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Edgar Allan Poe is one of the most influential literary figures of all time. Diving into the life of this well-known poet and author, this book explores all the ways he impacted the literary world, both in his own time and in ours. Start listening, and be transported back to the 19th century to learn about one of the most well-known American writers of all time.

There are things they don't tell you in rehab and aren't covered in a college text book. The Land of AA can be puzzling. Learn how a new member navigates meetings, finds a sponsor, and deals with grumpy old-timers or AA Nazis. It is not always easy to stand steadfast and find your way. Addiction is the enemy, an opponent, albeit a powerful one, but one that can readily be defeated. For almost 85 years, all over the world, people have been smashing and crushing their addictions through power obtained in a 12-step program. A little knowledge can make a huge difference.

In his sequel to Ignorance (Oxford University Press, 2012), Stuart Firestein shows us that the scientific enterprise is riddled with mistakes and errors - and that this is a good thing! Failure: Why Science Is So Successful delves into the origins of scientific research as a process that relies upon trial and error, one which inevitably results in a hefty dose of failure. In fact, scientists throughout history have relied on failure to guide their research, viewing mistakes as a necessary part of the process.

There was truly no one like Theodore Roosevelt. From a sickly boy, Teddy (as the world came to know him) would transform himself into the apex of vigor and energy. From husband, father, and rancher to hunter, governor, and president of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt led a most extraordinary life. This was a man who did many things and did them outstandingly well. Roosevelt's willingness to go the extra mile, to put fear in the back seat, were qualities that he saw in his beloved country as well. America is a better place for having known Theodore Roosevelt.

The fleet is ready for war. Now we just need some crews.... I am Captain Taylor Ray. Against all odds, my team has outwitted murderous racketeers and evaded the sadistic Hedalt military leader, Provost Adra. But in order to recover the men and women we need to crew the Nimrod Fleet we must infiltrate enemy territory and execute an audacious raid. Success will require all our cunning and guile, pushing each of our unique skills to the limit. It won’t be easy, but what else is new? Worse still, Provost Adra is closing in.

Negrophilia studies the undue and inordinate affinity for blacks (as opposed to antipathy toward them) that has been promoted by activists, politicians and the establishment press for the past forty years and which has fostered an erroneous perception of blacks, particularly in America. The book dissects the dynamic of race relations and race politics with an emphasis on same since the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s.

He was the first emperor of one of the greatest empires ever known to man. He commanded unmatched authority in the ancient world and was always one step ahead of his opponents. He had an intellect and a sharp wit that could cut down his foes just as easily as the steel of his sword. The life of Octavian - later known as Augustus - was rich and full. Although he lived and died over 2,000 years ago, this founder of the Roman Empire is as intriguing as ever.

This audiobook contains recipes with cannabis as a central ingredient and additional information on cannabis. This book will teach you to create great tasting food with an added element - the ingredient marijuana. Cannabis can make up one of those edible products that's popular around the world. This herb is not eaten in a regular sort of way. It is eaten recreationally. The herb has some potential effects on the human body when taken in measured quantity. The most common recipes that use cannabis are cookies and brownies. But this audiobook takes it beyond that.

Known as a "poet of the people," Carl Sandburg wrote verses infused with soulfulness and lyric grace, and his work was characterized with a love and compassion for the common man. Here is a collection of nearly 100 of his best poems, including "Chicago," "Fog," "To a Contemporary Bunkshooter," "Masses," and "The Great Hunt," as well as other verses featuring themes like love, war, death, loneliness, immigrant life, and the beauty of nature.

What do you think of when you consider the Middle Ages? Knights in armor and damsels in distress? Vikings plundering monasteries? Religious dissenters burning at the stake? The dead bodies piling up as war, famine, and plague devastated Europe? Think again. While all these are part of the tapestry of the medieval era, the threads of politics, personality and war, culture, religion, education and the arts are vastly more intricate and fascinating.

In this harmonized portrayal of the miraculous events surrounding the birth of Jesus from Matthew and Luke, listeners will encounter the drama and joy of Christmas in a fresh and exciting way. The Word of Promise Christmas Story features original music from the world-renowned guitarist and Dove Award winner, Phil Keaggy, along with a faithful presentation of the New King James Version (NKJV) text selected from The Word of Promise Audio Bible.

In "Self Care for Black Men: 125 Ways to Nourish Your Soul and Strengthen Your Spirit", listeners are invited on a transformative journey toward holistic well-being. Tailored specifically for Black men, this guide illuminates a path to nurturing the mind, body, and spirit through a collection of empowering strategies, practical tips, and reflective exercises.

If you are an Mini Instant Pot beginner, you should start here and find some useful information in this book. You feel like you can conquer the world with your Mini Instant Pot. Once you feel more comfortable turning on and using your Mini Instant Pot, you will be using this every day. You can trust, this multi-purpose kitchen essential will make your life that much simpler! You can find some mouthwatering recipes in Instant Pot Mini Cookbook that were made for the trendy, all-in-one appliance.

Of all the many psychopaths and sociopaths that have hunted for human victims throughout history, few have been more disturbing or mysterious than Christopher Bernard Wilder - the Beauty Queen Killer. From the middle of the 1960s until 1984, Wilder sexually assaulted countless women and murdered at least nine in Australia and the United States. The Beauty Queen Killer was not only a true psychopath, but also a hunter, as he carefully chose attractive girls and young women to victimize.

Charles Sanders Peirce is perhaps the greatest philosophical mind to emerge from the United States. He was hugely influential on William James, Alfred North Whitehead, and many other eminent thinkers. This small volume includes two famous essays by Peirce, "The Fixation of Belief" and "Questions Concerning Certain Faculties Claimed for Man." Also included is a short, intellectual biography of Peirce which focuses on his many contributions to science and philosophy. Chosen and very slightly edited by Professor David Christopher Lane, PhD.

Every writer struggles with writer's block at some point. It is frustrating, and it prevents many writers from becoming professional authors. In this new guide you will learn how to destroy writer's block and unleash your creativity. Through a concise series of exercises you'll learn to never get "stuck" in your writing again. You will discover how to branch into new writing styles, surprise yourself, and unlock your inner genius.

It's never been easy to be a hero. When Beowulf arrives at Hrothgar's hall, he discovers that the hall is beset by Grendel, an evil creature that kills and pillages with impunity. Beowulf, in heroic fashion, bests Grendel in combat, then follows Grendel back to his lair to finish the job.

In this all new program, Be Your Own Boss: How to Prosper in the Coming Entrepreneurial Decade, Harry wants to encourage you to start your own business in the best way suited for you. Harry Dent is an entrepreneur himself, and this program is all about motivating you to become more serious in your pursuit of entrepreneurship, as the next decade could be very threatening if you don't. The good news is that more than ever, new Internet and social media technologies make it easier to become an entrepreneur today.

Blitzscaling: The Lightning-Fast Path to Building Massively Valuable Companies, by Reid Hoffman and Chris Yeh, explains how start-up businesses can quickly expand into global corporations with industry-altering products and services. Blitzscaling, a term for a group of tactics used to rapidly grow businesses, has been employed by technology companies such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and Amazon to reach more customers, capture more of a given market, and improve overall profits. (Disclaimer: This is NOT the original book. If you’re looking for the original book, it is available from Amazon and Audible.)

Alien Implants are a physical object placed in a human body after they have been abducted by Aliens. Capabilities of the implants range from telepresence to mind control and biotelemetry (akin to humans tagging wild animals for study). Dr. Roger Leir is one of the world’s most important leaders in physical evidence research involving the field of Ufology. He and his surgical team have performed numerous surgeries on alleged alien abductees resulting in the removal of distinct objects suspected of being Alien Implants.