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When the sun has set, things get interesting with wild animals. Where people wait for buses during the day, a family of raccoons rummages through the trash can. Foxes and skunks search for food; fireflies send flashing signals to potential mates; owls and bats fly overhead. Night is not just a time, but a diverse habitat that we still know too little about. Wildlife biologist Sophia Kimmig is on the trail of the secrets of the night.

Byron and Hitler were equally entranced by Rome's most famous monument, the Colosseum. Mid-Victorians admired the hundreds of varieties of flowers in its crannies and occasionally shuddered at its reputation for contagion, danger, and sexual temptation. Today it is the highlight of a tour of Italy for more than three million visitors a year, a concert arena for the likes of Paul McCartney, and a national symbol of opposition to the death penalty. Its ancient history is chock full of romantic but erroneous myths.

Decree, Awaken, and Operate in Heaven’s Holy Fire Power! Are you filled with the Holy Spirit yet yearning for a greater manifestation of His gifts and power? You are not alone. Many Christians, unaware, keep the boundless power and gifts of the Holy Spirit locked behind doors of misunderstanding. It’s time to unleash the supernatural power source that resides within you! For over 20 years, Tommy and Miriam Evans have trained thousands of believers around the world to partner with the Holy Spirit and activate His gifts. Building upon the foundational truths in their best-selling book, ...

Stevie Wonder's achievements as a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer are extraordinary. During a career that has spanned almost fifty years, he has earned more than 30 Top 10 hits, 26 Grammy Awards, and a place in both the Rock and Roll and Songwriter Halls of Fame - and he's not finished yet. On the verge of turning 60, he is still composing, still touring, and still attracting dedicated fans around the world.

Learn about the Seven Wonders of the World with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series. Twenty-five hundred years ago, people began to talk about the wondrous structures they had seen in their travels around the Mediterranean. In 222 B.C., Philo of Byzantium wrote an essay called "On the Seven Wonders".

In R. J. Palacio's best-selling collection of stories, Auggie & Me, which expands on characters in Wonder, audiences were introduced to Julian's grandmother, Grandmère. Here, Palacio presents Grandmère's heartrending story: how she, a young Jewish girl, was hidden by a family in a Nazi-occupied French village during World War II; how the boy she and her classmates once shunned became her savior and best friend.

Birds, Jim Robbins posits, are our most vital connection to nature. They compel us to look to the skies, both literally and metaphorically, draw us out into nature to seek their beauty, and let us experience vicariously what it is like to be weightless. Birds have helped us in so many of our human endeavors: learning to fly, providing clothing and food, and helping us better understand the human brain and body.

Dive into a world of enchanting Halloween adventures with "Spellbound Smiles: Halloween Tales of Wonder and Whimsy"! This charming collection of short stories will captivate young readers ages 6-10 with its perfect blend of magic, mischief, and heartwarming moments. Join a cast of lovable characters as they embark on unforgettable Halloween journeys. From a brave little werewolf cub discovering the joy of his first transformation to a young vampire learning that not all scary things are truly frightening, each tale sparkles with imagination and valuable life lessons. You'll meet Sir ...

"A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys" is a children's book by Nathaniel Hawthorne, which retells several Greek myths. The frame story is that a Williams College student, Eustace Bright, is telling these tales to a group of children. All the tales are modified from the original myths.

In Wonder Drug, physician scientists Stephen Trzeciak, M.D., and Anthony Mazzarelli, M.D., illuminate, through neuroscience and captivating stories from their clinical practices, how being a giving, other-focused person is a secret superpower. Serving others—and pitching in to the world in general—is the evidence-based way to live your life. Kinder people not only live longer, they also live better. Science shows that serving others is not just the right thing to do, it’s also the smart thing to do.

This book How to Make the Word Work for you is a book that will teach and show you practical ways to truly make the word work for you. The word truly works wonders! But you need to know how to engage the word in order for it to put you in command of the results you desire in any area of concern. As you read this book, you will be guided on how to locate and appropriate the right words from the scriptures that are relevant to whatever situation that you are being confronted with. In this book, you will learn how to believe God’s word for you and how to speak forth the word of God to ...

From the beloved #1 New York Times bestselling author comes an intimate look at the driving forces in one man’s life. With Augusten's unique and singular observations and his own unabashed way of detailing both the horrific and the humorous, Lust and Wonder is a hilariously frank audiobook memoir that his legions of fans have been waiting for. His story began in Running with Scissors, endured through Dry, and continues with this memoir, the capstone to the life of Augusten Burroughs.

The history of magic is as long as time and as wide as the world. In every culture, in every age, in every place and, probably, in every heart, there is magic. Harry Potter: A History of Magic reveals some of the hidden stories behind real-world magic and explores some of J.K. Rowling's magical inventions alongside their folkloric, cultural and historical forebears.

In this collection of never-before-published teachings by Charlotte Joko Beck, one of the most influential Western-born Zen teachers, she explores our “core beliefs” - the hidden, negative convictions we hold about ourselves that direct our thoughts and behavior and prevent us from experiencing life as it is. Wryly humorous and relatable, Beck uses powerfully clear language to show how our lives present us with daily opportunities to move from thinking to experiencing, from compulsivity to confidence, and from anguish to peace.

Dive into the intriguing, mystical charm of the Sahara in this brilliant new eBook, "Unveiling the Enigma". This captivating journey weaves through the hidden secrets and geological fascinations of the Sahara's greatest mystery, the Eye. Starting from the eye-catching first chapter, the Great Mystery of the Sahara, a sense of awe is artfully crafted, mystifying readers. The Discovery of the Eye heralds an astonishing journey into our Earth's past, diving into the depths of geological knowledge. Insights are unveiled through the vast compass of topics ranging from Radiometric dating ...

Jade and her Victri have their hearts wrapped around each other as they continue to grow in their relationships. In the midst of their thriving lives, a new knowledge comes to light, and with it, trials that force an unexpected change. Strangers show up to their home and bring with them a whole new realm of questions. These questions turn into challenges, and the challenges turn into a new threat they’ve never experienced. There is no time for answers. They are stronger than ever, yet the guys are determined to protect Jade, but Jade is determined to never be left behind. They leave their...

Told over the first ten years, And Don't F&%k It Up tells a cultural history through the stories of the people who lived it: the creators of the show, the contestants, the crew, the judges, and even some key (famous) fans. It begins with RuPaul's decades-long friendship and business relationship with World of Wonder Productions, the entertainment company that helped launch him into superstardom, and later talked him into giving a drag reality show a chance.

Webmind - the vast consciousness that spontaneously emerged from the infrastructure of the World Wide Web - has proven its worth to humanity by aiding in everything from curing cancer to easing international tensions. But the brass at the Pentagon see Webmind as a threat that needs to be eliminated. Caitlin Decter-the once-blind 16-year-old math genius who discovered, and bonded with, Webmind - wants desperately to protect her friend. And if she doesn't act, everything - Webmind included - may come crashing down.

"ARIES:(March 21-April 19), The Warrior's Path" the next vibrant installment in our compelling zodiac series, lights up the path of discovery with the fiery spirit of Aries. This book delves into the essence of Aries, a sign characterized by its boldness, initiative, and pioneering spirit. Through the pages of this dynamic exploration, uncover the defining traits of the fearless Ram and how these qualities drive their approach to leadership, adventure, and the pursuit of passions. Why "ARIES:(March 21-April 19), The Warrior's Path" is an essential addition to your astrological collection: ...

For a generation whose eyes are constantly trained on screens, encountering nature at all is increasingly difficult, much less seeing what it reveals about God. How can parents help children reengage with God's world that is full of amazement, creativity, and love? Eryn Lynum is a certified master naturalist, Bible teacher, and mom of four who wants to help families encounter and understand the connection between God and creation. She shares her own story of putting her kids in front of nature, and invites other parents to consider a similar journey.