Modern Age

“Emma Woodhouse, handsome, clever and rich…” Thus began Jane Austen’s classic, a light and lively tale set in an English village 200 years ago. Yet every era has its share of Emmas: young women trying to find themselves in their own corners of the world. I Could Write a Book is the story of a self-proclaimed modern woman: Emma Katherine Woodhouse, a 1970s co-ed whose life is pleasant, ordered, and predictable, if a bit confining.

INTERNATIONAL BEST SELLER AUTHOR Forming Happy and Intelligent Young People Are you ready to rethink education? “Brilliant Parents – Fascinating Teachers” by Augusto Cury, PhD, offers a new approach to parenting and teaching that is essential in today's fast-paced world. This book is not just a guide—it’s a call for change. A Crisis in Education: The Urgent Need for Change In modern society, raising happy, independent children has become increasingly difficult. We live in a world where parents and children hide their emotions, and teachers stick to conventional methods, limiting ...

Pia and her brother, Max, live on an isolated farm in rural Maine, and it’s the only life they remember. Their father says the only way for them to stay protected is to stay on the farm. Pia doesn’t question it. Pia’s entire world turns upside down when her father breaks his leg, and she must be the one to venture into town to make farm deliveries. And then she sees him. Felix, a boy who is both a stranger and somehow familiar, makes her question everything she thought she knew about herself, her past, and her family.

They’re called Siphoners Four strangers cursed, blessed, tormented by a deadly secret. A darkness. A horrifying truth now unleashed on the world... But for Donovan, Seth, Avanti and Frederick, this is only the beginning. After years of silence in the shadows, the truth has emerged. Bodies are racking up, people are disappearing, and the authorities, strangely, seem totally detached... The time has come. Four strangers, united by growing clues, and a growing sense of someone or something pulling the strings at every turn. A figure. A past. An evil of ancient proportions... The source of ...

In this trailblazing work of revisionist history, Professor Clifton Crais argues that the growth of global capitalism between 1750 and the early 1900s should be seen not as the Anthropocene, but the Mortecene: the Age of Killing. Drawing on years of scholarship and a range of new sources, THE KILLING AGE turns our vision of past and present on its head, illuminating the Mortecene in all its horror: how it has shaped who we are, what we value, what we fear, and the precarious present we inhabit today.

Within this audiobook, you'll meet some truly remarkable figures who shaped the destiny of a great nation—from visionary artists to brilliant inventors, and from cunning leaders to fearless rebels. You'll bear witness to the many struggles and triumphs of a people who fought for their freedom and their dreams, and who changed the course of history forever.

Orphaned at a young age. Rejected by her stepfamily. Shipped off to boarding school. Has Jane finally found her fairy tale as a live-in tutor for the daughter of the infamously moody yet strangely compelling rap artist Edward Richmond, aka “E.R.”? Maybe Beauty and the Beast. Except she’s no beauty - just plain Jane. And his rock-and-roll lifestyle disturbs and even endangers her. It’s safer following her principles than passion. Yet Jane finds herself simultaneously attracted and repelled by this reputed “bad boy” who seems oddly determined to win her approval.

The Book.io Bible: Unlock the Future of Digital Reading In a world where traditional eBooks are trapped in corporate ecosystems, what if you could truly OWN your digital books? Imagine building a collection that appreciates in value, trading rare editions with fellow readers, and discovering a revolutionary way to experience literature. The Book.io Bible is your comprehensive guide to the platform that's disrupting digital publishing through blockchain technology. Whether you're a casual reader looking to own what you buy, a collector seeking valuable digital assets, or an author wanting ...

NexGen Human is a call to high adventure! The adventure of your life! We live in a dynamic, ever changing world. To paraphrase Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, "Toto, we ain't in Kansas anymore." In this day and age we are challenged like no other human before with overwhelming choices, overwhelming information, and an overwhelming focus on fear.

Techno Tales: Reimagined Parables for the Modern Age Embark on a unique journey through the pages of Techno Tales, a groundbreaking collection of 11 reimagined parables, tailored for the tech-savvy, modern reader. Blending ancient wisdom with the digital era, this concise book transcends the boundaries of time, offering timeless lessons through the lens of our contemporary world. Perfect for a thoughtful read in a single sitting. A Modern Twist on Timeless Wisdom Contemporary Parables: Experience the New Testament's profound parables, reimagined in the context of today's digital landscape. ...

Ever feel lost when your grandkids or younger colleagues start talking? "A Older Person's Guide to Modern Teenage Slang" is your roadmap to decoding Gen Z communication. Written by Aiden Sharma and narrated with wit by Riley Pines, this guide transforms confusing digital-age language into an entertaining and accessible journey.

From the murmurings of ancient philosophers to the digital buzz of the 21st century, motivation remains the heartbeat of human endeavor. But what exactly fuels this unseen force? "Sparking the Invisible drive” is your comprehensive guide to understanding, harnessing, and celebrating the power of motivation. Journey through the tapestry of history, peek into the future, and discover tools tailored for the modern individual. With a blend of profound insights, engaging anecdotes, and actionable strategies, this book unravels the essence of what drives us. Whether you're seeking personal ...

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To this day, thanks to its impressive archaeological sites, Rhodes still bears the indelible marks of its storied past. Rhodes after Antiquity: The History and Legacy of the Famous Greek Island in the Middle Ages and the Modern Era examines the history of one of the most crucial locations in the Mediterranean. You will learn about Rhodes like never before.

For 95 per cent of history, humans were hunter gatherers. In our cranium is kit that was formed hundreds of thousands of years ago. Back then we would have met a few hundred people in a life-time; today it's countless thousands. Back then we were only required to care about what directly affected us; now the news plugs our emotions into the agonies of the world. Little wonder that so many of us are tired, wired, stressed and depressed. Paleo Life shows a different way, guided by the lifestyles of hunter-gatherers past and present.

Rayla Tate should not exist… Born from an unlikely union, Rayla is an Elemental with prophetic mystical powers she doesn’t know she possesses. After her mother disappears, leaving her with an overbearing aunt, she never feels like she fits in at home or at school. But Rayla has dreams she would do anything to achieve, even if she has to lie to do it. When Rayla cooks up a daring deception with her best friend and leaves her sleepy little town for the first time, she draws the attention of the Wild Hunt–an ancient Fae tradition, meant to crown a new ruler. Only the strongest get the ...

Christmas is a time for giving—not falling down chimneys! Santa’s favorite time of the year is the night before Christmas. Delivering wondrous gifts and making children happy brings warm feelings to his heart. But when he loses his balance on a roof and tumbles down a chimney on his butt, then on his head, he is faced with an incredible dilemma....

Embark on a journey through time with this remarkable 4-in-1 bundle, carefully curated to offer you an in-depth look at the history of France from ancient Gaul to the modern era. Immerse yourself in the tales of powerful kings and queens, the birth of a nation, and the incredible transformations that have made France the country it is today.

2024 marks the centenary of the first Labour government under Ramsay MacDonald. What legacy of the past have they left behind? How far has each Labour administration influenced succeeding administrations? Above all, was the Attlee government of 1945 really the golden period of Labour power? Professor Richard Toye explores Labour’s exercise of power as a continuum, setting Attlee’s administration in long-term historical context between the first Labour Government of 1924 and the current party under Keir Starmer.

Fünf komplette Manuskripte in ein Hörbuch: Europäische Geschichte: Eine fesselnde Einführung in die Geschichte Europas, von den Neandertalern über das Römische Reich bis zum Ende des Kalten Krieges; Die Klassische Antike: Ein fesselnder Einblick in das antike Griechenland und Rom und wie diese Zivilisationen Europa, Nordafrika und Westasien beeinflussten; Das Mittelalter; Die Renaissance; und Das Europa der frühen Neuzeit.