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This extraordinary account, originally published in 1973, bravely explores the poverty, oppression, alcoholism, addiction, and tragedy Maria endured throughout her childhood and into her early adult life, underscored by living in the margins of a country pervaded by hatred, discrimination, and mistrust. Laced with spare moments of love and joy, this is a memoir of family ties and finding an identity in a heritage that is neither wholly Indigenous or Anglo; of strength and resilience; of indomitable spirit.

Camila is haunted by the death of her sister, Marisol, who was caught by a mudslide during the huracán. Unable to part with Marisol, Camila carries her through town, past the churchyard, and, eventually, to the supposed utopia of Memoria. Urayoán, the idealistic, yet troubled cult leader of Memoria, has a vision for this new society, one that in his eyes is peaceful and democratic. The paradise he preaches lures in the young, including Bayfish, a boy on the cusp of manhood, and Morivivi, a woman whose outward toughness belies an inner tenderness for her friends.

Seventeen-year-old Xochi is on her own in San Francisco. On a visit to Golden Gate Park, she meets Pallas, a precocious 12-year-old with a rockstar family that lives in one of the city's storybook Victorian mansions. Xochi accepts a position as Pallas's live-in governess and quickly becomes part of the band's household. But on the night of the Vernal Equinox, as a concert afterparty rages in the house below, Xochi and Pallas perform a pagan ritual that unintentionally summons a pair of ancient creatures devoted to righting the wrongs of Xochi's adolescence.

Growing up in New York, brothers Emil and Brighton, always idolised the Spell Walkers - a vigilante group sworn to rid the world of spectres. While the Spell Walkers and other celestials are born with powers, spectres take them, violently stealing the essence of endangered magical creatures. Brighton wishes he had a power so he could join the fray. Emil just wants the fighting to stop. Then, in a brawl after a protest, Emil manifests a power of his own, one that puts him right at the heart of the conflict.

En 1929 publicó, con gran éxito de crítica, su primera novela. En 1930, con la publicación de El baile, Irène Némirovsky era una escritora en lengua francesa reconocida en la sociedad francesa; sin embargo, el gobierno francés de Vichy, rechazó su petición de nacionalización en 1938, en una actitud de antisemitismo.

Si venimos del mono, ¿por qué somos tan cerdos? ¿Es posible estornudar sin cerrar los ojos? ¿Se podrá conseguir el teletransporte? ¿Qué hay de cierto en lo de Moisés y el Mar Rojo? ¿El veneno caducado mata más o mata menos? ¿Beber cerveza quita la resaca? Estas son solo algunas de las preguntas frikis y descacharrantes que los científicos del grupo Big Van escuchan cada vez que se ponen delante de su público.

Mice squeak and bears growl! A young child uses his imagination to dress up and play as animals with his parents. Kids will love these playful rhymes as they learn the color brown.

Tom, Mimi und Vlarad sind dem Hilferuf von Lord Mac Shnatterman nach Schottland auf sein Schloss Bloodywood Castle gefolgt: Der Butler Cookie Pott ist spurlos verschwunden! Die Drei stellen erste Nachforschungen an und müssen bald feststellen, dass sich auch andere Dinge im Schloss verändern... Spätestens als eine Horde Wikinger vor dem Tor steht, braucht Tom auch die Hilfe von Welf, Dada und Wombie!

Having spent over twenty years building her hugely successful beauty empire, Maria Hatzistefanis managed to achieve all her childhood dreams and goals. Whilst this life of glamour and success is exhilarating, Maria is shocked to find that the happiness it brings is fleeting. This leads her to realize that her life needs a new focus. In this easy-to-follow guide, Maria asks the fundamental question: "What is happiness?" Brimming with good sense, great advice and clear tips, How to Live Your Best Life will equip you with the tools you need to be in control of your own destiny.

En corazón pródigo descubrirás cómo Christine logró superar la muerte de su padre, el mudarse a otro país, los sentimientos de coraje, la falta de perdón, pérdida y rechazo, el haber sido acosada sexualmente, y hasta fue liberada de vivir una doble vida siendo líder en la iglesia. Ella retó a Dios y Él le respondió con su amor sanador. Christine comparte su historia y el gozo de rendirse completamente a Dios.

In einem Café, das Alex besten Freundin Kim gehört, begegnet sie Daniel – einem Mann, der wie der perfekte Traum scheint. Alexandra verfällt ihm schnell, doch nach nur zwei romantischen Treffen stößt sie auf verstörende Wahrheiten über Daniel, die sie dazu bringen, mit ihrer Mutter Beate nach Föhr zu fliehen. Beate, die selbst vor ehelichen Problemen flüchtet, offenbart auf der Insel ein lang gehütetes Geheimnis.

Just Who Will You Be? is a candid, heartfelt, and inspirational audiobook for seekers of all ages. Inspired by a speech she gave, Maria Shriver's message is that what you do in your life isn't what matters. It's who you are. It's an important lesson that will appeal to anyone of any age looking for a life of meaning.

Gerade als Tom sich dachte, es wäre zur Abwechslung mal nichts, ist natürlich gleich mal wieder was. Und wie! Werwolf Welf kam gerade vom Baumarkt zurück, parkte sein Auto dann aber nicht am Straßenrand, sondern quer im Garten. Der Motor des Wagens läuft noch, die Fahrertür steht offen und Welf ist verschwunden. Tom und seine untoten Freunde müssen nun all ihre Fähigkeiten einsetzen, um den Werwolf wiederzufinden - und zwar bevor die Sonne untergeht, denn heute ist Vollmond.

En la Habana del siglo XIX, una mujer decide tomar las riendas de su vida y forjar su propio destino. En 1858, cuando Valentina partió desde España hacia la colonia de Cuba en pasaje de tercera clase, tenía un joven marido a su lado y el corazón repleto de ilusiones. A su llegada a la isla, sin embargo, sus sueños se resquebrajan: su esposo ha muerto durante la agotadora travesía y el lugar, de pronto, se revela como un entorno hostil.

With the easy and engaging style of the SkyRocket Your Conversational Spanish series, your children will learn more than 200 words and phrases that they will be able to put into practice right away, while enjoying the delightful story of Chacho the Friendly Chihuahua! Each short lesson is broken into small portions that will help them learn easily while boosting their confidence!

In this supportive guide, a widow and a mental-health expert provide guidance and thoughtful advice for anyone dealing with traumatic loss.

Evan has spent the last decade trying to forget senior year—the panic when Faith Flynn disappeared, the lies she told the police, the secrets she still plans to take to her grave. After graduation, she couldn't move away fast enough, but divorce has forced her back to her dreary hometown. As if living with her parents at almost thirty isn't punishment enough, she's welcomed home with messages from Faith. Or, at least, someone claiming to be her. Fiona has been receiving similar messages from Faith, her twin, the one everyone believes she murdered in cold blood.

The monsters crowd the Haunted Hall. Los monstruos throw a monstrous ball. This lively poem introduces a spooky array of creatures and Spanish words to little niños everywhere.

Why does a football spiral? How do some athletes jump so high? The answer is science! The Secret Science of Sports helps kids better understand concepts of science, technology, engineering, and math through the sports they love to play and watch.

Do you have low self-esteem and suspect it may be related to your current relationship? Do you have trouble drawing boundaries with your partner and find yourself being walked all over? Do you try to take control of the situation by attempting to control your partner or loved one’s behavior, but usually fail in doing so? Do you often find yourself in dysfunctional relationships and unable to leave? This audiobook will provide you with the answers you are looking for, starting by clearly tracking down and defining the often elusive term "codependent".