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Adapted by David Mamet from a translation by Vlada Chernornirdik. In this classic of Chekhov’s canon, an overbearing professor pays a visit to his country estate, where Sonya and Vanya, his daughter and former brother-in-law, have slaved to maintain his wealth. But Vanya is enchanted by the professor’s new wife, while Sonya has fallen for the town’s melancholy doctor. Includes a conversation with Rosamund Bartlett, author of Chekhov: Scenes from a Life.

"Poignant....important and illuminating."—The New York Times Book Review "Groundbreaking."—Bryan Stevenson, New York Times bestselling author of Just Mercy From one of the world’s leading experts on unconscious racial bias come stories, science, and strategies to address one of the central...

Set entirely at Wybrany College - a school where the wealthy keep their kids safe from the chaos erupting in the cities - Four by Four is a novel of insinuation and gossip, in which the truth about Wybrany's "program" is always palpable but never explicit. The mysteries populating the novel open with the disappearance of one of the "special", scholarship students. As the first part unfolds, it becomes clear that all is not well in Wybrany and that something more sordid lurks beneath the surface.

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Genius of Birds, a radical investigation into the bird way of being, and the recent scientific research that is dramatically shifting our understanding of birds -- how they live and how they think. “There is the mammal way and there is the bird...

""A timely, speculative thought experiment in perspective, privilege, and identity."" —Kirkus ""The conceit behind Shusterman’s latest is truly unique. While it exhibits the author’s usual storytelling aplomb, it also manages to delve into more serious and timely subject matter, such as...

There’s no rule book for this deadly game. When Samantha’s friend and sometimes boss AJ Gunn is accused of murdering the star quarterback for the Oregon pro-team she knows three things: No way is AJ guilty even if he doesn’t have a solid alibi, this is not a one gal PI gig, she’s going to need help, and rich people are crazy. If Samantha thought she was out of her element in Wind River, investigating in a new town is like working in a foreign land. Looking for a real suspect, Samantha meets a host of powerful characters with deep pockets and dark secrets.

Buitengewoon briljante wezens bevat een van de leukste personages die in lange tijd is bedacht: Marcellus de octopus Tova Sullivan werkt in de nachtploeg van het Sowell Bay Aquarium, waar ze de prullenbakken leegt en de vloeren dweilt. Haar man is een paar jaar geleden overleden en ruim dertig jaar eerder is hun zoon Erik op mysterieuze wijze verdwenen op een boot. Bezig blijven heeft haar altijd geholpen om met dat verlies om te gaan.

Growing up, Violet was so busy helping others realize their dreams, she found little time to pursue her own. But five years ago, she took the chance of a lifetime, leaving the family bookshop on Brinkley’s Island, Maine, to attend culinary school in Paris. Now she’s working her dream job as a pâtissiere in an upscale Parisian restaurant—yet all she can think about is home.

Jennifer Weist: lautstarke Stimme gegen Rassismus, Misogynie und Queerfeindlichkeit, Kraftpaket auf der Bühne, in jeder Hinsicht eine Frau mit Haltung. Aber wo kommt sie her, wie ist sie zu der starken und selbstbewussten Person geworden, die sie ist? In ihrem Memoir lässt sie nichts aus: Sie erzählt ungeschönt von ihrer Kindheit ohne Vater, von Drogenerfahrungen und sexualisierter Gewalt.

Linden A. Lewis returns with this next installment of The First Sister Trilogy, perfect for fans of Red Rising, The Handmaid’s Tale, and The Expanse. Astrid has reclaimed her name and her voice, and now seeks to bring down the Sisterhood from within. Throwing herself into the lioness’ den...

In the six lectures of Margaret Atwood: A Modern Myth-Maker, Dr. Jennifer Cognard-Black will take you on a thorough exploration of Atwood’s most celebrated novel to examine the many ways this book has transcended its dystopian roots to become something more than a tale of, “What if?” Over the course of these lectures, you’ll examine the social, political, cultural, and spiritual impact of the novel—and of Atwood herself—as you dive deep into the text to unravel its themes and inspirations.

For a Safe and Healthy Birth… Your Way! Giving Birth with Confidence will help take the mystery out of having a baby and help you better understand how your body works during pregnancy and childbirth, giving you the confidence to make decisions that best ensure the safety and health of you and...

Ein Stop-Schild mit Weihnachtsmütze? Solch eine Absurdität gibt es nur in ihrer Heimatstadt, da ist sich die Studentin Cleo sicher. Trotzdem kehrt sie, ihren Eltern zuliebe, über die Feiertage in das verschneite Santa Valley zurück, wobei sie in flauschiger Begleitung ihres wenig begeisterten Hamsters Heartbreaker ist. Als bekennender Grinch ist der besinnliche Touristen Hotspot für Cleo ein – mit schrill leuchtenden Lichterketten dekorierter – Albtraum. Und er gestaltet sich von Minute zu Minute schlimmer.

En el panorama profesional actual, acelerado y en constante evolución, es esencial mantenerse a la vanguardia. Microsoft Copilot, un innovador asistente impulsado por IA, está diseñado para ayudar a profesionales como tú a alcanzar nuevos niveles de productividad y eficiencia.

"When the world falls apart, it doesn’t matter how. It’s who’s left to rebuild." -Sadie Gallagher

From author Alice B. Sullivan comes a terrifying post-apocalyptic, zombie thriller that won’t let you sleep until every page is devoured… Ten years after a disastrous viral outbreak, eighteen-year-old Sadie Gallagher has finally found solace, alongside her faithful canine companion, in a tight-knit community she’d stop at nothing to protect. But when a stranger shows up, the threads of trust and security fray, and the quaint life Sadie’s worked so hard for threatens to crumble.

YOU SAID IT! is a fun party game in which players take turns coming up with short answers to questions and other players try to answer the question the way they think that player did. Players score based on coming up with the same or similar answer to the player asking the question or in answering the same way that other players responded. For three or more players, the more the merrier. Just cut up the cards, answer forms, and score sheets to play.

Elizabeth Chadwick has now faced off against an army, furious dragons, a bubbling volcano, and even an ex-boyfriend and lived to tell the tale. She’s fought, cried, and even begged to make her relationship with Axel, prince of the earth blessed, work.

¡Únete a Stellar Pup, el perrito astronauta más tierno del mundo, en una aventura por el sistema solar que te hará mover la cola de emoción! Desde la ardiente superficie de Mercurio hasta los vientos helados de Neptuno—¡y con una parada especial en Plutón!—este adorable explorador espacial visita cada planeta en su nave y comparte datos asombrosos sobre el espacio en el camino.

Join Buddy, the adventurous brown and white dog, on his very first camping trip! From setting up the tent to exploring the woods, roasting marshmallows, and stargazing, Buddy's Camping Trip Adventure is filled with fun, laughter, and the joy of the great outdoors. Perfect for bedtime listening or story time, this heartwarming tale will inspire young listeners to embrace the wonders of nature and the thrill of new experiences. Pack your bags and get ready to explore with Buddy!

Whether you're a seasoned parent looking to enhance your parenting skills or a new parent eager to provide the best start for your child, this audiobook is your roadmap to a brighter future. Discover effective communication techniques that will help you guide your child through challenges with empathy and grace. Let the eloquent narration and expert advice guide you through the enriching landscape of Positive Parenting: How to Help Your Child Thrive by Five. Your child's journey to greatness begins with your choices today. Elevate your parenting experience with the power of positive parenting.