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Maria Gaetana Agnesi, filosofa e matematica, e Giuseppe Parini, abate riluttante e poeta in declino. Questa bizzarra coppia si ritrova insieme quando, alla fine del Settecento lombardo, Agnesi invita l'abate nella sua casa di campagna a Montevecchia per ascoltare insieme un'ultima opera, che combini la capacità analitica della matematica con la potenza narrativa della letteratura. L'obiettivo ultimo è guidare i lettori verso la verità, aiutandoli a comprendere in modo chiaro ed efficace i misteri dell'universo.

Dissenter. Prisoner. Survivor. In the quiet depths of a jail cell--the story of a forgotten man, solitary and alone, unravels the truth behind the human mind and the limits it will go to retain its humanity. After condemning the regime of Saddam Hussein, Dr. Abdulla is spared the firing squad for a fate worse than death. Tucked away from the recesses of collective memory and out of reach from human contact, an agile mind slips into twilight and falls way into shadow. Documented in a carefully kept journal, the journey of five long years begins with a single deep breath--as this brave man ...

Follow this Christian soldier's march, from the 'cradle' to the grave - in the life story of Billy White. Read a book and gain insight to my family, the 'Greatest Generation,' and the psychological struggles soldiers like him face due to combat. Whether the reader remembers the main character as 'Billy,' or 'Granddaddy' - this emotional story based on the real life of my grandfather is sure to grab your attention and appreciate the experiences of those who volunteer service to our country.

Eight years has passed since Christian’s twin brother Vincent died. Between this loss and a recent divorce, Christian now finds himself a shell of his former self, unable to move forward in his life. After a blind date that wasn’t, the two brothers reunite. Through Vincent’s prodding, Christian is forced to rediscover who he is and discover what is truly important in life. At the same time, Vincent must finally face the mistakes of his youth and figure out a way to navigate those skeletons without jeopardizing his brother’s presence and future. This second book in the Vincent ...

The Summer of '69. A summer when it all came together... and when a lot of things came apart. A summer of small steps and giant leaps... or beginnings and endings... of change. For Theresa McKinley, Julia Bancroft, Jillian Adams, Alan Madison, Abby Waterstone, Reggie Moore, and other characters from the Fate, Chance, and Choices trilogy and related works, it was a summer in which a lot happened, in which they connected to each other and what was going on in the world around them. It was a summer that brought transformation, reflection, action, and reaction. It was a summer like no other. ...

sätter också nytt ljus på en av världens mest kända familjer spännande roman om kärlek och dramatik, lojalitet och försakelser och kungligheter förstås. BTJ helhetsbetyg: 4.En episk berättelse om drottning Elizabeths barndom och kvinnan som fostrade henne.LONDON 1933. Tjugotvååriga Marion Crawford har rest från Skottland för att bli guvernant åt de små prinsessorna Elizabeth och Margaret Rose. Det enda kravet hon har på deras föräldrar, Hertigen och Hertiginnan av York, är att hon ska få tillåtelse att införa en aning normalitet i flickornas skyddade och privilegierade tillvaro.

Vera, a Guatemalan young woman, decides to travel to the old continent after a sentimental failure. Nevertheless, fate plays a trick on her, and loaded with a baggage of disappointments and sadness, she decides to return to her native country. After she returns to her land, Vera meets a man of Lebanese descent; an enigmatic person who has a special gift, and who changes her worldview forever. After hearing the anecdotes about his grandparents, she becomes obsessed with knowing the story of his new friend's Lebanese ancestors, and to find it, she has to travel to Lebanon. There, unexpectedly...

Vernon Coleman has been compared to some of England's best known and loved humourists. Second Chance is a joyful romp of a novel set in the idyllic surroundings of the English countryside. The characters leap from the page as they draw the reader in to this tale of Biffo Brimstone who overcomes the adversity of modern day living by, quite simply, running away. He leaves an unrewarding job, a shrewish and demanding wife and a pair of surly grown-up children and abandons his mundane life. A train journey takes him to a part of the country he has never visited before and he finds himself in ...

In the days coming up to Christmas, Richard, Duke of Gloucester (later to be Richard III) seeks shelter in York from a snowstorm that has blocked the roads into Middleham. As usual, he stays with the Austin Friars at the Lendal, with their massive library of precious books. Normally, he would enjoy his visit with the Friars, but this time, he is worried that he will not make it home in time for the Christmas Feast with his wife Anne, his small son Edward, and his friends, Francis and Nan Lovell. He prays for a miracle--and soon the skies begin to clear and the snow melts. Anticipating an ...

Only a handful of Jane Austen’s letters survive from when she lived in Bath, which means our information on her experiences there is sparse. But, by digging deeper into the worlds of her contemporaries, it is possible to build a clearer view of what the Austen family was doing at the time and how Jane was involved. This novel picks up where The Austens of Steventon left off, taking us from early 1801 until July 1809. It follows Jane, her relatives, and her friends through the next phases of their lives, and you will meet new suitors, new brides, and new children. This younger generation ...

My Faults Part 2 — Affair is a fictional autobiography that explores the emotional and moral complexities of an affair between Deb, a teacher, and his former student, Piya. Set against the backdrop of societal judgment and internal turmoil, the novel delves into themes of love, obsession, guilt, and identity. As Deb reflects on his past through a diary, the story unfolds through courtroom trials, strained relationships, and emotional reckonings. The narrative challenges conventional ideas of morality and justice, exposing the fragility of human connections and the lasting impact of ...

Diary of Psycho: My Faults Part 1 – Friendship and Love is a fictional autobiography that explores the emotional and moral turmoil of Deb, a teacher entangled in a controversial relationship with his former student, Piya. Blending themes of love, betrayal, and societal judgment, the novel follows Deb's descent into crisis after being falsely accused of misconduct. As he battles internal guilt, addiction to emotional intimacy, and the strain of family responsibilities, the story delves into the fragility of reputation and the struggle between personal desires and ethical boundaries. ...

Los Angeles, 1934. In the throes of the Great Depression, the motion picture industry is producing some blockbuster hits that will stand the test of time for a century to come. And yet, while studios like RKO, MGM, Paramount, and Warner Bros. are turning out box office smashes, Malcolm Kenilworth’s underdog Sentinel Ridge Pictures is barely making ends meet… at risk of becoming a statistic amidst the landscape of economic despair that’s gripping the country. Add to that, the looming threat of increased censorship with the upcoming rigid enforcement of the Hays Code… and it’s ...

Fjäril i koppelär Zinat Pirzadehs debutroman. En roman inspirerad av författarens liv och uppväxt i Iran i en tid av förändring.

Det här är romanen om människan, konstnären och gåtan Hilma af Klint. En berättelse om att följa sin inre röst, att försöka utföra det omöjliga.

Johnny Bode är idag mest hågkommen för sina obscena visor, som fick ett osannolikt genomslag på det frigjorda och radikala sextiotalet i Sverige. Men han var mycket mer än bara en rolig tjockis som skrev snusk. I själva verket var han en av de mest firade låtskrivarna under svenskt 1900-tal och han uppträdde med alla de stora, från Hasse Ekman till Ulla Billquist. Han tjänade enorma summor som han raskt satte sprätt på, och för att kunna festa vidare ställde han till med fiffel och båg. Bode blev skandalernas man.

Lost Roots: Recovering a Lost Identity is a heartfelt homage to the human spirit's relentless pursuit of belonging and self-acceptance. Aster's journey resonates deeply with anyone who has grappled with unanswered questions and fractured identity, showcasing both the struggles and triumphs we all encounter.

Miljoner tidningar pumpades varje vecka ut från Drömfabriken på Torsgatan i Stockholm. Det var i Bonnierhuset allt kunde hända. Och oftast också gjorde det. Herrarna Bonnier styrde med fast hand och lite kärlek, de kvinnliga redaktörerna var chica och de manliga tuffa. Det var 60-tal och medievärlden förändrades från att ha varit konservativ och mossig till att bli hetast av allt. Men det var det ingen som förstod just då. Tvärt om – då levde alla livet på Stockholms nattklubbar och restauranger.

The novel is a fictional autobiography that explores the intricate layers of love, betrayal, and justice through the perspectives of its characters. Centered on Deb, a man caught in a turbulent emotional journey, the story delves into his troubled relationship with Piya, an ex-student with whom he shares a forbidden, complex bond that blurs the lines between mentorship and romantic desire. The narrative critically examines societal norms, family dynamics, and the consequences of emotional addiction, guilt, and unfulfilled longing. As Deb's reputation is shattered by a police investigation ...

Born of a mother who was left on the side of the road to die, Fiona learned that she was different from the other dogs when she witnessed the person at the pet store replacing the tag on her crate that read “Pit bull” with one that said “Boxer mix.” Taken in by a loving family, she watched as they experienced a wide range of reactions from people they met as new dog owners. There was admiration from Pit bull lovers. Others were terrified to walk within 50 feet of her. Some scooped up their small dogs, saying “Aren’t you afraid she’s going to attack?” She was asked to leave a...