German Garden

Elizabeth von Arnim, who is best known for her later novel The Enchanted April, married a Prussian aristocrat and, with their five children, lived in Nassenheide, Pomerania. Elizabeth and Her German Garden is a semi-autobiographical novel about the joy that the protagonist finds in the delights of her Pomeranian garden, which provides relief from the stifling environment of her household. The novel was originally published anonymously because von Arnim feared that her husband, whom she satirised in the book, would disapprove.

“May 7th—There were days last winter when I danced for sheer joy out in my frost-bound garden in spite of my years and children. But I did it behind a bush, having a due regard for the decencies.” Indoors are servants, meals, and furniture. There, too, is the Man of Wrath, her upright...

“Larson is a marvelous writer...superb at creating characters with a few short strokes.”—New York Times Book Review Erik Larson has been widely acclaimed as a master of narrative non-fiction, and in his new book, the bestselling author of Devil in the White City turns his hand to a...

Der zarte Duft von Frühlingsblumen, die Sehnsucht nach Liebe und ein dunkles Geheimnis. Annabell liebt die Arbeit im Gartencenter ihrer Großmutter, aber ihr Singledasein hat sie gründlich satt. Da die meisten Männer nicht auf erklärte Schokoholikerinnen, sondern auf taffe und sportliche Frauen stehen, beschließt sie, ihr Leben radikal zu ändern. Brandon Mahon kommt nach Hagerstown, um die Niederlassung des Familienkonzerns auf Vordermann zu bringen.

In the most ingenious and provocative thriller yet from acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jeffery Deaver, a conscience-plagued mobster turned government hitman struggles to find his moral compass amid rampant treachery and betrayal in 1936 Berlin. Paul Schumann, a German American...

German Shepherd Puppy Training for First-Time Owners is a practical, beginner-friendly guide designed to help new owners raise a calm, confident, well-behaved German Shepherd from the very beginning. German Shepherds are intelligent, loyal, protective, energetic, and deeply bonded to their families, but they also need structure, patience, and consistent training to thrive.

The dramatic and consequential history of Germany’s short-lived experiment with democracy between the world wars, when vibrant cultural experimentation collided with political and economic turmoil Out of the ashes of the First World War, Germany launched an unprecedented political project: its...

The Complete Katherine Mansfield Collection contains the five volumes of short stories written by Mansfield between 1911 and 1924 which established her as one of the best short story writers of her generation, as-well as the only novel she ever penned: The Aloe. Katherine Mansfield (1888-1923) was a New Zealand-born English writer, famous for her expertly observed short stories. She had a great influence on the development of the short story as a form of literature.

From the internationally bestselling author of The German Girl, an unforgettable, “searing” (People) saga exploring a hidden piece of World War II history and the lengths a mother will go to protect her children—perfect for fans of Lilac Girls, We Were the Lucky Ones, and The Alice Network...

In a tale as twisted as any spy thriller, discover how three women delivered critical evidence of Axis war crimes to Allied forces during World War II: “Mazzeo is a fascinating storyteller” (New York Journal of Books). In 1944, news of secret diaries kept by Italy's Foreign Minister...

The book is split into three parts. Each part can be taken as a separate stand alone course. The first part importantly gets you up and running from day one, without having to wade through hours of text before even making a start.

An unknown German princess arrived in Britain in September 1761 and married George III only hours after meeting him. Over the next fifty-seven years, Queen Charlotte became the mother of fifteen children, the guardian of an incapacitated king and the dynastic link between the Georgian and Victorian monarchies. Chosen partly because she appeared politically harmless, Charlotte entered a court divided by rivalry, ceremony and competing claims to influence. She built an enduring marriage with George III, cultivated music, art and botany, and helped establish the domestic image of monarchy that...

Few dogs embody nobility, intelligence, and loyalty as completely as the German Shepherd Dog. With its sharp gaze, confident stance, and unwavering devotion, the GSD has become one of the most iconic and respected breeds in the world. But behind the familiar silhouette lies a story of deliberate creation, extraordinary versatility, and complex challenges that every admirer and prospective owner should understand. In The Complete Shepherd: 10 Essential Facts About the German Shepherd Dog, Elira Wren explores the remarkable journey of a breed that was never left to chance.

FROM THE INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF ALONE 'Such a skilled and engaging writer' Deborah Levy 'Schreiber's prose is gorgeous, practically silken' Lauren Groff Nothing in this world lasts forever. Exhausted and isolated, numbed to his feelings by all-consuming work, Daniel Schreiber...

Bloomsbury presents The Devil's Bridge by Anthony Tucker-Jones, read by Roger May. This fascinating title offers a new look at Operation Market Garden and the Arnhem campaign from the perspective of the German forces who defended against the Allies. In the late summer of 1944...

In this audiobook you will learn BEGINNER TO ADVANCED training methods which if implemented correctly will save you time, frustration and ensure you have a happy, healthy, well behaved dog.

Mehr Stimmen. Mehr Mut. Mehr Lust - MORE Nach dem weltweiten Erfolg von »WANT« kehrt Gillian Anderson mit »MORE« zurück – einem noch internationaleren, mutigeren und intimeren Blick auf weibliche Lust. Wieder haben Tausende Frauen aus aller Welt anonym ihre Fantasien geteilt – ehrlich...

German Shepherds fall in the category of "herding group" and they are working dogs that were originally developed to become guard and herding dogs. The military and police worldwide frequently use these dogs because of their obedience capabilities, intelligence and noteworthy strength, all of which they are famous for. It has been said that because of their protective and exceptionally loyal nature, German Shepherds are one of the breeds most often registered with the American Kennel Club.

FBI-Agent Tiberius Granger hat schon so manches abscheuliche Verbrechen erlebt. Es gibt auch eine beunruhigende Verbindung zu seiner eigenen Vergangenheit, seiner früheren Liebe Bexley Hemmingway, die zeitgleich das Verschwinden ihrer Schwester bemerkt. Schon bald scheint es, als ob der Killer den FBI-Agenten verhöhnt und jeden, der ihm nahe steht, in noch größere Gefahr bringt.

Begleite Simbas Sohn Kion und seine Freunde von der Garde der Löwen auf ihren Abenteuern durch das Geweihte Land! Dieses Hörbuch versammelt die schönsten Geschichten aus der Disney-Junior-Serie für Vorschulkinder. Enthält die beiden Hörbücher: Die Garde der Löwen - Das Originalhörbuch...