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by Arthur Zulu
In an empire filled with plots and prejudice, Queen Esther, a resilient black woman, risks her crown and life to stop a genocide against her people in Medo-Persia.
by Henry Fielding
In 18th-century London, the good but naive Amelia faces constant misfortune, betrayal, and the moral lapses of her charming but careless husband, Booth, as they seek a peaceful home life.
by John A Booth
Learn how Costa Rica built a stable democracy despite Central American unrest and outside pressures, through its unique institutions, political involvement, and foreign policy.
by Christopher J. Olson
This book examines how exorcism films, since 'The Exorcist,' consistently show possessed young women needing male salvation, often reflecting and reinforcing societal anxieties about female empowerment and sexuality.
by Richard H.F. Lindemann
This catalog unearths every creature, place, and hidden detail from Dr. Seuss's long career, from first editions to Latin translations.
by Shrilal Shukla
Through the uproarious and often farcical lens of Shivpalganj village, Raag Darbari skewers the hypocrisy and absurdities of post-independence Indian society with a biting wit that remains as relevant as it is entertaining.
by Lars Kroijer
Cut through financial jargon and build a simple, low-cost portfolio tailored to your needs to achieve superior investment returns without the stress of market beating.
by Ruchoma Shain
Explore the spiritual journey of a woman dedicated to serving a righteous leader, navigating challenges and finding meaning in devotion.
by Eudora Welty
Eudora Welty's "The Collected Stories" explores the human heart of the American South over four decades, showing ordinary lives with grace and unexpected turns.
by Euripides
In the ruins of Troy, captive royal women, stripped of their city and men, are divided as war prizes, their pain showing the brutal cost of victory.
by Marina Al Oshana
Al-Oshana dissects the intricate mirror of self-perception, revealing how our internal gaze sculpts our external reality and potential.
by Ellen G. White
Ellen G. White's "Education" describes a Christ-centered approach to learning, focusing on character and spiritual insight to prepare individuals for service.
Haunted by the animatronic horrors of Freddy Fazbear's, a young woman's past literally twists into a new nightmare as monstrous, metallic figures emerge from the woods, blurring the line between memory and a terrifying reality.
by Robert Greene
Understand the hidden drives and unconscious motivations that govern human behavior to master self-control, cultivate empathy, and navigate the social world for success and self-defense.
by Bruce F. Cullen
This guide gives anesthesiologists up-to-date information on pharmacology, physiology, and surgical procedures for optimal patient care.
by Bridget Brennan
Understand how women buy to tap into their significant purchasing power, a key skill for businesses in today's economy.
Unravel the animatronic mysteries and survive the night with this essential guide to Freddy Fazbear's Pizza, updated with new terrors and strategies.
by Brianna Wiest
Understand the roots of self-sabotage, turn past hurts into strength, and learn to live your best life by overcoming your own internal struggles.
by J. M. Coetzee
In war-torn South Africa, Michael K, a simple and resilient man, embarks on a journey to return his ailing mother to her rural home, navigating a chaotic world of armies and seeking a life of quiet dignity.
by Sophocles
Stranded on a desolate island, the archer Philoctetes, betrayed and bitter, must choose between vengeance and the pleas of Odysseus and Neoptolemus to join the Trojan War, forcing him to confront his trauma, his friendships, and his destiny.
When a family's vacation to a remote island takes a terrifying turn, they uncover an ancient alien secret that threatens to wipe out all life on Earth.
This spiritual self-study course guides readers to undo the ego's thought system through daily lessons and practical application, revealing the inherent presence of love and the illusion of separation.
by V. S. Naipaul
In Trinidad, a failed schoolteacher becomes a respected mystic, entrepreneur, and politician, navigating a world of odd characters and social quirks with wit and charm.
by Dean Pitchford
When his football-star brother slips into a coma, a shy kid in a homemade superhero costume accidentally discovers his own courage by foiling robberies and saving lives, all while desperately hoping to awaken his sibling.