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Com traduções dos escritores Rubem Fonseca, Carlos Heitor Cony, Moacyr Scliar, Marçal Aquino, Luiz Fernando Emediato e Sérgio Dávila, Menina de Ouro traz as seis histórias sobre o mundo do boxe nas quais o cineaste Clint Eastwood se inspirou para o filme que ganhou quase todos os Oscars de...

The remarkable story of the cartographic masterpiece—the Venetian mappa mundi—that revolutionized how we see the world. In 1459 a Venetian monk named Fra Mauro completed an astonishing map of the world. Seven feet in diameter, Fra Mauro's mappamundi is the oldest and most complete Medieval...

Dive into the intriguing world of the doubtfully Shakespearian plays with this captivating Librivox project. The editor aims to present a comprehensive text, enriched with critical insights, of those plays that can reasonably be considered part of the Shakespeare Apocrypha. In this episode, we explore the Preface and Introduction, where 42 potential candidates are meticulously narrowed down to 14 plays deemed worthy of inclusion. These selections, grounded in both reason and tradition, pave the way for a deeper understanding of Shakespeares literary legacy. While the full texts of these plays ...

Discover the timeless wisdom within The Good Housekeeping Marriage Book, a curated collection of insightful articles from Good Housekeeping magazine, published in 1938. This invaluable resource delves into the intricacies of marriage, offering practical guidance and heartfelt advice on everything from courtship to parenting. Whether youre navigating the early stages of love or seeking solutions to common marital challenges, this book provides thoughtful perspectives that aim to nurture and strengthen your relationship. Join Robin Cotter as she brings this classic work to life, helping you find...

Discover the transformative insights of F. Matthias Alexander, an Australian actor, author, and educator renowned for developing the Alexander Technique. This revolutionary method focuses on unlearning detrimental habits of movement and posture, paving the way for healthier, more natural body mechanics. Widely embraced by musicians and performance artists, the Alexander Technique is taught globally by certified instructors through personalized lessons. In his acclaimed 1923 book, often regarded as his finest work, Alexander delves into the principles and theories underpinning his technique. ...

Solar eclipses have both fascinated and frightened humanity throughout the ages. Once interpreted as divine retribution, we now know that a solar eclipse occurs when the Moon aligns between the Earth and the Sun, casting a shadow that can partially or completely darken our star. This captivating book, originally published in 1899, was designed for those eager to witness the total solar eclipse on May 28, 1900. It dives into the science of solar eclipses and their predictions, recounts historic occurrences from ancient civilizations to the 19th century, and examines the unique customs that have...

Um ihre Schwester zu retten, hat Vivien Featherswallow die geheime Sprache der Drachen entschlüsselt – und dabei eine Verschwörung aufgedeckt, die bis in die höchsten Kreise der Regierung reicht. Jetzt ist sie auf der Flucht – und das Gesicht einer Rebellion, bei der Menschen und Drachen auf beiden Seiten kämpfen. Vivien ist wild entschlossen, die Kämpfe zu beenden. Sie macht sich auf die Suche nach einer uralten und mächtigen Drachenart, die ihr dabei helfen kann.

A Study In Drowning meets Neverworld Wake in this debut YA fantasy filled with lush world-building, heart stopping romance, and high-stakes competition that could be the key to everything. Norah Sullivan has just discovered she’s a navigator: a person who can manipulate probability. The same...

This carefully curated anthology brings together the most iconic romantic tales of all time—each filled with complex characters, sweeping emotions, and timeless narratives that will captivate your heart. From the fiery romance of Wuthering Heights to the quiet yearning of A Room with a View, these stories are a perfect blend of forbidden love, tragic endings, and tender moments of connection.

Explore EXODUS, a new sci-fi action-adventure RPG coming soon from Archetype Entertainment featured in this epic novel from legendary author Peter F. Hamilton. A fight for freedom among the stars . . . In a past age, humanity fled a dying Earth in massive ark ships. These searched the galaxy to...

Bloomsbury presents The Imaginary by A.F. Harrold, read by Sarah Ovens. Perfect for Neil Gaiman and Roald Dahl fans, this journey into the secret world of imaginary friends is quirky, dark, and utterly irresistible. Rudger is Amanda Shuffleup's imaginary friend. Nobody else can see...

The indisputable classic of military history that uncovers the shortcomings of military leadership and explains why generals fail. "This penetrating, self-knowing, often hilarious, and sometimes alarming book is a must-read. It is a classic of military history awaiting rediscovery today.”...

Charles Forbin has dedicated the last 10 years of his life to the construction of his own supercomputer, Colossus, rejecting romantic and social endeavors in order to create the United States' very first Artificially Intelligent defense system. Colossus is a supercomputer capable of taking in and analyzing data rapidly, allowing it to make real time decisions about the nation's defense.

“A practical and accessible book about one of the most prevalent personality disorders of our time.” —Drew Pinsky, M.D. In this groundbreaking book on narcissism, clinical social worker and psychotherapist Sandy Hotchkiss shows you how to cope with controlling, egotistical people who are...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. They came for him at dawn. A respected CEO with a spotless forty-year reputation, Anthony Gigliotti was handcuffed in his own home over a successful software deal. Indicted: How the DOJ Destroys Innocent Lives is his shocking true story. This gripping...

What did Einstein actually mean by relativity—and why did it change our understanding of the universe? Written for the curious general reader, William F. Hudgings’s *Introduction to Einstein* offers an accessible guide to one of the most revolutionary ideas in modern physics. Avoiding...

Bound by magic, Celinda serves her step-family night and day with little hope of escaping the drudgery of her life, and even less hope of attending the upcoming series of royal parties hosted by the Crown Prince, who is seeking a bride. When a family heirloom summons a handsome Faerie, Celinda...

Nos nove sermões que compõem uma de suas obras mais clássicas, O peso da glória , C.S. Lewis demonstra porque é um dos autores cristãos mais influentes da História. Ele é capaz de tratar os mais variados temas, como pecado e identidade cristã de modo brilhante, trazendo simplicidade e...

Bloomsbury presents The Worlds We Leave Behind by A.F. Harrold, read by Kit Griffiths. From acclaimed author A.F. Harrold comes another powerful and poignant story about friendship, betrayal, and redemption. Hex doesn’t know why he does the things he does—why he sometimes stands up in class...

Bloomsbury presents The Song from Somewhere Else by A.F. Harrold, read by Kit Griffiths. From the author of the critically acclaimed The Imaginary comes a powerful story about friendship in the vein of Roald Dahl and Neil Gaiman. A School Library Journal Best Book of 2017 A Wall Street Journal...