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In this remarkable collection, ten premier scholars of nineteenth-century America address the epochal impact of the Civil War by examining the conflict in terms of three Americas - antebellum, wartime, and postbellum nations. Moreover, they recognize the critical role in this transformative era of three groups of Americans - white northerners, white southerners, and African Americans in the North and South.

A terrifying collection of classic Victorian short stories about ghosts, werewolves and vampires. The Wolf Book by Henry Chapman Mercer. Number Ninety by B. M. Croker. Ken's Mystery by Julian Hawthorne. The Piano Next Door by Elia W. Peattie. The White Wolf of the Hartz Mountains by Frederick Marryat. The Horla by Guy de Maupassant. Absolute Evil by Julian Hawthorne. Mrs. Amworth by E. F. Benson.

M. R. James (Montague Rhodes James) was a noted British medieval scholar and provost of King's College, Cambridge (1905-1918) and of Eton College. He is best remembered today for his ghost stories, which are widely regarded as among the finest in English literature. As a medieval scholar his output in that field was phenomenal and remains highly respected in scholarly circles.

The London Classics Collection: Stories of the City allows you to step into the heart of London with a curated selection of iconic literary works that explore the soul of one of the world's most fascinating cities. From the smoky alleys of Victorian London to the political upheavals of the 20th century, this collection brings together stories that capture the city's rich history, diverse characters, and unflinching reflections on society.

It is my intention, through the chapters of this audiobook, to inform listeners who experience these common but most-often benign palpitations, with facts, that can help them to better-cope with the concerning symptoms they may experience with these strange heartbeats.

In Achieving Credibility: The Key to Effective Leadership, you'll find a truly human approach to leadership, one that identifies and focuses on the traits we all admire in other people. Kouzes helps you put your finger on the intangibles that make some people simply stand head and shoulders above their peers. And most of all, you'll come to understand why building credibility is such a fundamental aspect of the leadership process.

Dive into a chilling collection of five ghost stories, originally published in 1920, by a master of the macabre from the early twentieth century. Narrated by David Wales, these tales will transport you to a world of spine-tingling suspense and supernatural intrigue.

In this unflinching yet touching memoir, James LeBlanc recounts his life as a bi-racial adoptee growing up poor among the upper-crust of Berkeley, CA. Abandonment, confusion, abuse and loneliness led to a life of addiction, homelessness and incarceration as he wandered from one coast to another in search of meaning. After surviving a prison riot, he realized he must change, or he would die.

Mitral Valve Prolapse is a heart murmur found commonly in the general public and can cause heart palpitations, orthostatic hypotension (dizziness upon standing), other symptoms of an imbalanced nervous system and anxiety/panic symptoms. Medical Research studies have found it to be even more common in thyroid disease patients, especially those with autoimmune types of thyroid disorders. It is also believed to be about five times more common in females than in males.

The lure of the American West is in the spirit of adventure, in the majestic expanse of unconquered wilderness and in rugged individuals on a quest for identity and sometimes for survival. Owen Wister's unsmiling Virginian... Dorothy M. Johnson's, "A Man Called Horse": These are a few of the colorful, even legendary characters who populate The American West in Fiction, a collection of stories edited by Jon Tuska.

Tens of thousands of readers have studied and applied this practical guide to instruction in argumentation and communication since it was first published in 1961. In this fourth edition - the Fiftieth Anniversary Edition - authors Jon M. Ericson, James J. Murphy, and Raymond Bud Zeuschner have made significant revisions to improve the depth, flow, and clarity of this popular debater's handbook. With straightforward explanations and specific applications geared toward contemporary debate practice, this compact volume offers students and teachers clear-cut assistance.

He wanted me dead. But this time, the damsel saved herself. My stalker is gone. I’ve turned Mikhail’s game against him. And now I’m headed to the one person who might still be able to help me–and give me the escape I’d hoped for from the very beginning. There’s just one problem. I’m pregnant with Mikhail’s baby. Separated from me by an order he can’t easily ignore, he’s still determined to win me back. And he’s not the only one. All my life, I’ve been treated like a prize to be won. But now, all the choices are mine, and I’m faced with one I never thought I’d ...

This is an audiobook for lightworkers who don't need convincing. It is unique because we don't argue with anybody; we just summarize the vast knowledge on aliens, alien worlds, spirit worlds, dimensions, and ascension in a simple, systematic way. It is an audiobook for insiders and open souls who believe and want to know more.

The four stories in this compilation, not by James, are meant to serve as prime illustrations of the best work of a few of his contemporaries and immediate antecedents.

I thought he was my ticket to freedom. Now he holds me captive…and I don’t mean my heart. I thought I was safe with Mikhail. I thought he only wanted to spoil me, please me…enjoy me. But what began with a night of passion ended with me held captive in a house far away from anyone who could help–as if anyone would. Once, I was a Bratva princess. Once, I would have had an army coming to my rescue. Once, no one would have dared touch me like this. Now, I’m only his. He dares whatever he likes. And he says he’s never going to let me go. He thinks I’m someone I’m not–and he ...

He saved me. Again. The man I want. The man that I love. But it’s never going to be that simple for either of us. He says what we did together was a mistake. That all I’ll ever find with him is darkness and danger. That I deserve better. He doesn’t see that I don’t care. That he’s everything I want and more–and that I believe in him, and us. I’m not afraid of the darkness, if he’s willing to be my light. My past has never left me, and now his is coming for us both. There’s no leaving right now, for either of us. This is my chance, if he’ll let me, to show him everything ...

The British Classics Collection – Volume 2 steps into the grand world of 18th, 19th, and 20th-century British literature to create a compelling anthology featuring iconic works that span time and genres. From the whimsy of Alice in Wonderland to the mystery of The Woman in White, the philosophical insights of The Waste Land and the unforgettable detective stories of Sherlock Holme, this volume offers a rich variety of British literary masterpieces.

With my father dead, I’m the only heiress to a mafia empire–and one man stands between me and those who want to claim it for their own. I haven’t seen Alessio Moretti in years. But when my father is unexpectedly murdered, he’s called home to settle my father’s affairs. Twice my age and legally my father’s adopted son, Alessio sees me as only one thing–his innocent responsibility. When the head of the mafia Family insists I be married off to protect both myself and my father’s empire, Alessio positions himself as the one to choose my future husband. But I’d rather he marry ...

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly abridged and remastered stories are now available to download for the first time. Horror, mystery and suspense abound in this collection of stories from the king of ghostly tales, M. R. James.

This comprehensive and complete eBook resource, covering symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for Adrenal Fatigue, contains 28 chapters. It is a compilation of three eBook titles authored by veteran health writer and Adrenal Fatigue patient- Jim Lowrance. (PLEASE NOTE: Each of the three sections are also available as seperate eBooks. -- ALSO: Due to the possibility of bogus and spam reviews, see the "Look Inside" feature, this book's word-length, retail price, description {shown below} and Amazon's return policy.) TABLE OF CONTENTS: SECTION ONE – “A Complete Look at Adrenal Fatigue” ...