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The Golden Bough, the monumental study of religious rites and practices in ‘primitive’ societies, was one of the earliest influential texts in anthropology. Its author, Sir James Frazer, surveyed the wide range of cultural habits, taboos and beliefs in communities across the world concluding that there was an observable pattern in the way magic developed into religion, though formal expression emerged in different ways.

Skinwalkers at the Pentagon unmasks the massive scope of the Pentagon’s landmark UFO study that ran from the Defense Intelligence Agency in Washington, DC. The Advanced Aerospace Weapon System Applications Program or AAWSAP investigated the “Tic Tac” and other “nuts and bolts” UFO events, analyzed intrusions of UFOs onto US military bases, as well as probed the plethora of bizarre phenomena that government investigators encountered on Skinwalker Ranch.

Thirty-six of the most interesting writers in the Pacific Northwest came together for a week-long marathon of writing live on stage. The result? Hotel Angeline, a truly inventive novel that surprises at every turn of the page. Something is amiss at the Hotel Angeline, a rickety former mortuary perched atop Capitol Hill in rain-soaked Seattle. Fourteen-year-old Alexis Austin is fixing the plumbing, the tea, and all the problems of the world, it seems, in her landlady mother’s absence.

In this classic work, Professor George G. M. James methodically shows how the Greeks first borrowed and then stole the knowledge from the Priests of the African (Egyptian) Mystery System. He shows how the most popular philosophers including Thales, Anaximander, Plato and Socrates were all treated as men bringing a foreign teaching to Greece. A teaching so foreign that they were persecuted for what they taught.

In the heart of the wilderness, a man and his two teenage children seek a peaceful life on the frontier, embracing all who come their way. One fateful evening, a mysterious stranger arrives at their doorstep, asking for refuge. Though he carries an air of aristocracy and reveals little about himself, his presence stirs curiosity. Just as dinner concludes, a second man, familiar to both the host and the stranger, barges in seeking counsel. Unbeknownst to them, the choices made by one of these men will unleash tragedy and upheaval upon all gathered in that humble home. This gripping tale weaves ...

Step into the captivating world of G.P.R. James, a historian and novelist who expertly blends real historical events with the imaginative tales of lesser-known characters. In this intriguing narrative set in seventeenth-century France, we follow the daring adventures of young Louis, the heir to the Count of Bigorre. After a fateful encounter with the vengeful Marquis de Saint Brie, Louis finds himself thrust into exile. His journey is fraught with excitement as he navigates young love, brushes with the law, cunning card sharks, and a life-threatening avalanche—all leading up to the climactic...

Step back into the tumultuous era of King Louis XIV of France, a time marked by deep religious strife. While his father, Louis XIII, attempted to stifle Calvinist teachings, his son chose a different path. Although Louis XIV was generally tolerant, the fervor within his court often led to the persecution of Protestant Huguenots. This is the gripping tale of Albert, Count of Morseiul—a Huguenot landowner navigating the delicate balance between his loyalty to the crown and his faith. Join us as we explore the complexities of friendship, faith, and survival in a divided France.

A young man named Ned embarks on a daring journey across the English Channel, destined for France. Though this isn’t his first trip, the stakes are high as he quickly finds himself in peril. Rescued and taken to the home of a local official, he is cared for by a doctor, the official himself, and his captivating ward. As it unfolds, we learn that Ned is a page to Lord Montagu, the trusted advisor to the Duke of Buckingham. What vital message does he carry, and how will he navigate the treacherous path to deliver it? His adventure intertwines with the notorious Richelieu, bringing him ...

Immerse yourself in this captivating fictionalized biography of Cardinal Richelieu, a figure shrouded in mystery and controversy. Based on a purportedly authentic manuscript from someone closely connected to the events, this three-volume narrative explores the life of one of Frances most powerful statesmen. Was Richelieu a brilliant strategist or a cunning villain? Perhaps he embodied both roles. Rising to prominence under the regency of Mary de Medici, he skillfully maneuvered to keep Louis XIII under his control. Renowned for his foreign policy, he also engaged in complex schemes to foster ...

A mysterious knight journeys through the picturesque Kentish countryside when he stumbles upon a cottage where an elderly couple is being violently attacked. Rushing to their rescue, he soon encounters the enigmatic Sir Cesar, who warns him of impending danger. As our hero navigates a world filled with treachery and intrigue, he confronts a malevolent landowner, befriends the loyal Longpole—the son of the elderly couple—and crosses paths with the seemingly benevolent Duke of Buckingham, whose true loyalties remain in question. He also meets the flirtatious Lady Katrine and is reunited with...

Step back into the tumultuous era of the English Civil War in Jamess captivating historical novel, Arrah Neil. Though published nearly 40 years after his passing, this tale brings to life the struggles of Lord Walton and his sister Anne, staunch monarchists caught in the crossfire of Cromwells revolutionary forces. Amidst the chaos, we meet the enchanting Arrah Neil, the spirited granddaughter of a loyal retainer on their estate. Join us as we navigate loyalty, love, and the fight for power in a world turned upside down. - Summary by LynneT

Set against the backdrop of the historic Battle of Agincourt in 1415, this captivating romance by James delves into a time of unexpected English triumph during the Hundred Years War. As failed negotiations intensify tensions, we meet the enigmatic Hal of Hadnock, who finds refuge with the noble Sir Philip Beauchamp while on a mysterious journey. There, he forges an unlikely friendship with the young Richard of Woodville, who harbors doubts about Hals true identity. As the story unfolds, layers of intrigue reveal Hals past and Richards deepening feelings for Mary, weaving a tale of love, ...

I was just a tiny baby song-sparrow, and from the moment I hatched, it was clear that something was different about me. Thus begins the heartfelt tale of Scraggles, a young sparrow who finds solace and care from a loving human family, narrated in Scraggles own voice. Parents are advised that the later chapters of Scraggles journey may be unsettling for younger audiences. A special note from the Reader To see the charming illustrations of Scraggles mentioned in the story, please visit the Project Gutenberg link for the text. (Summary by Tom Weiss)

Love like poets, live like saints. This unique exploration of people such as Saint Thérèse, George MacDonald, and C.S. Lewis offers insight into 11 of the world's most thoughtful and authentic Christ followers. Weaving biography and spiritual formation together, Poets and Saints reminds us of the convictions that set us apart as Christians - and the truth that has set us free in every generation.

This Audiobook contains the following works: "The Art of Money Getting: Golden Rules for Making Money" [P.T. Barnum] Starts at Chapter 19, "As a Man Thinketh" [James Allen] Starts at Chapter 40, "The Science of Getting Rich" [Wallace D. Wattles] Starts at Chapter 49, "Morning and Evening Thoughts" [James Allen] Starts at Chapter 67, "The prophet" [Khalil Gibran] Starts at Chapter 131, "Dollars Want Me: The New Road To Opulence" [Henry Harrison Brown] Starts at Chapter 159, "The Art Of War" [Sun Tzu] Starts at Chapter 166.

One of the most oft-used themes for an author to explore is that of themselves and how they see authors in stories coping with everything around them.

In this volume we collect together poets who, by the difference in the colour of their skin, were treated with such disdain and racism that it is difficult to believe that poetry of such tenderness, beauty and authority could exist.

The Irish are known the world over as friendly and engaging talkers with a word here and a few words there to each and every soul they meet. Their poets dazzle with talent and verse that few other nations dare compete with. What follows demonstrates why.

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SEA STORIES tells the entire tale. You will find excerpts of some of the most famous nautical stories of all time. Most of us have passed through a period of life during which we have ardently longed to be, if not actually a rover, a buccaneer, or a pirate, at least and really a sailor!