Fox Myths

What if charisma could be taught? For the first time, science and technology have taken charisma apart, figured it out and turned it into an applied science: In controlled laboratory experiments, researchers could raise or lower people's level of charisma as if they were turning a dial. What...

THE FULLY REVISED AND UPDATED INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER What if charisma could be taught? Most people believe the myth that charisma is an inborn quality – you either have it, or you don’t. In reality, charisma is a skill. One that can be learned, developed and perfected. Drawing on...

What if charisma could be taught? For the first time, science and technology have taken charisma apart, figured it out and turned it into an applied science: In controlled laboratory experiments, researchers could raise or lower people's level of charisma as if they were turning a dial. What...

“Do we really need yet another book about the financial crisis? Yes, we do—because this one is different….A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the mess we’re in.” —Paul Krugman, New York Times Book Review “Fox makes business history thrilling.” —St. Louis...

The acclaimed New York Times bestseller—“the rare business history that reads like a thriller” (Publishers Weekly)—that tells the story of how we came to believe that financial markets knew best and how that belief steered us wrong, now updated to reflect the latest academic research and...

Kitsune are fox spirits that take on human form and play tricks on people. One such man fell in love with a kitsune disguised as a beautiful woman.

From the Booker Prize-winning author of the Regeneration trilogy comes a brave and masterful retelling of The Iliad, as experienced by the captured women living in the Greek camp in the final weeks of the Trojan War. Shortlisted for the Costa Novel Award Finalist for the Women’s Prize for...

In Ravka, just because you avoid one trap, it doesn't mean you'll escape the next. This story is a companion folk tale to Leigh Bardugo's upcoming book, Siege and Storm, the second book in the Grisha Trilogy.

Miraculously, Alex had survived the crucible of combat and emerged victorious, earning the right to attend Dragon Academy. But his trials had only begun. For Alex had dared the unthinkable. A despised Ruidian entering Dragon Academy was an abomination the school’s elite would stop at nothing to destroy, eager to cripple or kill him if they possibly could. Even worse, Alex’s mentor was notorious for throwing his disciples into the thick of any conflict, no matter how unfair the odds.

Embark on an awe-inspiring journey through the captivating world of the Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights. This eBook dives into the science, history, and mythology behind one of nature's most mesmerizing phenomena. Discover how charged particles from the sun interact with Earth's magnetic field to create the vibrant, dancing lights that have fascinated humans for millennia. Explore the differences between the auroras of the Arctic and Antarctic and learn about the historical accounts and cultural significance attributed to these celestial displays. From the myths of ...

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Silence of the Girls by Pat Barker, read by Kristin Atherton and Michael Fox. A GUARDIAN BEST BOOK OF THE 21ST CENTURY From the Booker Prize-winning author of Regeneration Shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction, the Costa Novel Award and the...

Embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of ancient Peru, where sun gods illuminate lost empires, cunning trickster foxes outwit their foes, and immense serpent rivers carve paths through the mystical Amazon. "Folk Tales from Peru" unveils a captivating collection of eight foundational narratives, carefully curated to bring the vibrant spirit of pre-Inca and Inca civilizations to life. Discover the epic saga of the Ayar Brothers and the mythical founding of Cusco, the poignant romance between a mortal shepherd and a celestial maiden, and the thrilling account of a prophetic llama ...

John Flanagan returns to the world of Ranger’s Apprentice to find out what happens when Will’s apprentice, Maddie - the Royal Ranger - returns home to Castle Araluen. The Kingdom may have been at peace for a number of years, but there are always those who would commit treason to take power for themselves. When Maddie learns of a plot against the crown, she must go undercover to find out more - and hopefully stop it. But going undercover isn’t easy when you’re the princess - even if you’re trained as a Ranger.

The humans are freezing during a cold winter and have no fire to warm themselves. They ask Coyote for help! Under the leadership of a Coyote, all the animals of the forest band together to steal fire from three wicked sisters and deliver it to humans in this tale from the Pacific Northwest. Can he defeat the skookums or will they continue to keep the fire all to themselves?

Rusé, cruel, prudent, hypocrite, habile ou encore courtisan, le renard est omniprésent dans les fables de La Fontaine comme dans la littérature moyenâgeuse. Et si finalement tous les différents traits de caractère du renard à l'imagination fertile des fables n'étaient pas ceux des hommes ?

Bridgerton meets A Court of Thorns & Roses in this sweeping Regency romantasy, in which a mortal bride-to-be who fled the Underworld must return to a glittering court of gods—and the dangerous, silver-eyed god of death who still claims her as his. Death wants her. Love won’t let her go...

Aesop's Fables are more than 3,000 years old and still have meaning today. You can enjoy listening to fables and try to think about the meanings or morals. Not everyone has the same meaning for a fable. Many possible meanings are given for each fable.

Anasi, one of the great folk heroes of the world, is saved from a terible fate by his six sons in this traditional tale from West Africa.

"The Fox and the Stork" fable from the forever classic Aesop’s Fables is written in lucid language. Curious kids will venture into the enchanting world of the fox and the stork. Through this fable, children will learn the importance of good behavior.

Stop Buying Into the Myths. Start Owning the Truth. If you or the "car guy" in your life thinks the Ford Mustang was named after a World War II fighter plane, put this book in your cart immediately. You are repeating a myth that Ford designers debunked decades ago. The Mustang world is full of bad information, expensive misunderstandings, and "rare" cars that are actually just standard coupes in a tuxedo. Whether you are looking for the perfect gift for the Mustang fanatic who thinks they know it all, or you are an enthusiast tired of hearing the same old rumors at car shows, The Car ...