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Chronicles of Barsetshire volume 5
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The classic tale of romance and betrayal from a distinguished master of English satire. The fifth novel in the Chronicles of Barsetshire epitomizes the wit, attention to detail, and thoughtful analysis of class and gender issues that made Anthony Trollope one of Victorian England's most beloved novelists. The Small House at Allington moves away from the earlier books' overt ecclesiastical concerns to focus on a small dower house on the edge of Christopher...
2) Phineas Finn
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The Palliser novels volume 2
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An adventurous Irishman sets out to find his fortune among proper English society in this classic novel from Anthony Trollope. Sent to London to become a lawyer, young Phineas Finn proves himself to be a disappointing student but truly gifted in the ways of charm, culture, and fine appearance. It is the discovery of these talents that ultimately leads him to what he believes is his true calling: English Parliament. Through sheer luck and pluck, dashing,...
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The Aspern Papers Henry James - The Aspern Papers is a novella written by Henry James, originally published in The Atlantic Monthly in 1888, with its first book publication later in the same year. One of James' best-known and most acclaimed longer tales, The Aspern Papers is based on the letters Percy Bysshe Shelley wrote to Mary Shelley's stepsister, Claire Clairmont, who saved them until she died. Set in Venice, The Aspern Papers demonstrates James'...
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Adopteparentalité volume tome 3
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Parent par adoption d'un adolescent, vous avez le souhait de parfaire vos connaissances afin de mieux accompagner votre enfant vers sa vie d'adulte ? Ce troisième tome de la collection Adopteparentalité se penche notamment sur les questions de la maturité affective, du développement du cerveau, du sentiment d'appartenance, du lien d'attachement, des traumatismes du passé et des perspectives d'avenir. Ce faisant, il vous accompagne avec bienveillance...
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Dans les relations familiales, l'argent peut être un véritable poison, et ce n'est pas une question de fortune. Parfois, il suffit d'un grain de sable dans la vie quotidienne pour révéler une fracture et créer des imbrications inattendues au sein des couples, des fratries et des familles, entre liens de sang, de coeur et d'argent. Les enjeux sont différents selon les circonstances : lors de la constitution du couple, de la naissance des...
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Chronicles of Barsetshire volume 3
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English
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The breathtaking love story of an illegitimate girl and the young noble who would choose her above all. Gender issues and economic hardships are dealt with deftly in Doctor Thorne, the third novel in the Chronicles of Barsetshire, and arguably the saga's finest love story. Set in rural England in the fictitious county of Barsetshire, this Victorian novel is one of Anthony Trollope's most optimistic and engaging works. When Henry Thorne seduces local...
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Flora y Mails, dos niños huérfanos, están bajo la tutela de su tío, un joven adinerado, dueño de la mansión Blay. Éste no desea hacerse cargo de la educación de sus sobrinos, salvo en lo estrictamente material. Para ello contrata los servicios de una joven e inexperta institutriz que viajará hasta la mansión para cuidar y educar a los niños. Con cierto recelo a su llegada, está dispuesta a hacerse respetar. Sin embargo, se verá sorprendida...
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Findaway World
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Découvrez pourquoi certaines personnes sont douées d'un remarquable don pour la persuasion et comment il est possible de les battre sur leur propre terrain. Résultat de plus de 35 ans de recherches scientifiques, cette nouvelle édition du best-seller international Influence et manipulation est un guide exhaustif et pratique pour comprendre les rouages de l'art de la persuasion et les appliquer aussi bien dans la vie quotidienne que dans le...
10) The Woodlanders
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Thomas Hardy's "The Woodlanders" was first published serially in 1887. The tale takes place in the woodland village of Little Hintock and is centers around the romantic dramas of its inhabitants. The story begins with Giles Winterborne, an honest woodsman, who wishes to marry his childhood sweetheart, Grace Melbury. While the two have been informally betrothed to each other since they were young, Grace gains an education through her father's persistent...
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"This Comprehensive Parenting Guide for Boys with ADHD" is an indispensable resource for parents, caregivers, and educators facing the unique challenges of raising teenage boys with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Drawing on real-life case studies, the book provides relatable stories of families who have successfully navigated the challenges associated with ADHD. Through these narratives, readers will find inspiration, practical tips, and...
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"Where Angels Fear to Tread" is the impassioned novel by E. M. Forster, the acclaimed English novelist and essayist. Published in 1905, the title was inspired by a quote from Alexander Pope: "For fools rush in where angels fear to tread". This affecting and thought-provoking novel is the story of Lilia Herriton, an English widow, who while traveling with her friend Caroline Abbott in Italy, falls in love with Gino, a much younger Italian man. This...
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The Future is Emotionally Intelligent
We're in the midst of a parenting revolution that is radically changing the way we raise our kids. Gone are the days of minimizing emotions: Don't Cry. You're Fine. Don't Make a Scene. As our understanding of developing brains has increased, today's parents are looking for a new way to help their children understand their feelings and learn to process them.
Early childhood experts Alyssa Blask Campbell and Lauren...
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This joke book is created for adults who enjoy clean humor, silly puns, and timeless laughs.Dad jokes are more than just funny lines they're a tradition of quick wit, everyday charm, and shared laughter. Whether you're a dad, know a dad, or just appreciate the classic groan-worthy joke, this book is packed with light-hearted humor that's easy to enjoy anytime.This book is perfect for: Brightening your day with short and simple jokes Sharing laughs...
15) Better Man
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Better Man describes one man's journey through romantic relationships. The author navigates college, graduate school, and then present day as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. This book is a story about love, heartbreak, and the difficult lessons learned while traveling the treacherous road of dating. Striving to become a better man, the author learns about his own values, what he's looking for in a partner, and that sometimes the bravest...
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In this edition of “Don't Alienate the Kids!” Attorney, mediator, and therapist Bill Eddy shows readers how to protect children from the harm of alienation and high-conflict divorce, boosting their resilience by teaching them to think flexibly, manage their emotions, and moderate their behaviors.
We all know breakups can get ugly. But sometimes they can get downright vicious, with badmouthing, brainwashing, and allegations of alienation, child...
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John Stapleton and Gino Cicarelli, two high school students who met at a wrestling competition, become friends and begin a journey together that explores John's past and Gino's future aspirations. Along the way, they come into conflict with traditional religious institutions and eventually end up in the military. But this is only the beginning.
As their friendship grows closer and their lives become more intertwined, they face a situation that neither...
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Dating is drastically different now than it used to be.
Years ago, divorce was considered socially taboo, and people married for life; today, however, having multiple marriages and committed relationships has become the norm, making it essential for those who are single (and seeking relationships) to shift in their search to find the right partner.
A relatable reference for each stage of the dating process, Stow Your Luggage When Dating directly...
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La crianza tiene una cara oculta, vedada, tabú. Por razones antropológicas, un relato prohibido. Existe, por supuesto, la otra cara, la visible, la que nos sabemos de memoria y es repetida en toda narración, dicho popular, cena familiar o charla en la plaza. Y que emana, además, un sospechoso tufillo monocolor rosa feliz que se ha instalado en lo más hondo del subconsciente colectivo. Pero sin su lado oculto, el relato es incompleto e irreal,...
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