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The Year is 1883 and Emma M. Lion has returned to her London neighborhood of St. Crispian’s. But Emma’s plans for a charmed and studious life are sabotaged by her eccentric Cousin Archibald, her formidable Aunt Eugenia, and the slightly odd denizens of St. Crispian’s. Emma M. Lion offers up her Unselected Journals, however self-incriminating they may be. Armed with wit and a sideways amusement, Emma documents the curious realities of her life at Lapis Lazuli House.

Published in their entirety, Sylvia Plath's journals provide an intimate portrait of the writer who was to produce in the last seven months of her life some of the most extraordinary poems of the 20th century. Faithfully transcribed from the 23 journals and journal fragments owned by Smith College, The Unabridged Journals of Sylvia Plath includes two journals that Plath's husband, Ted Hughes, unsealed just before his death in 1998.

This is perhaps one of the best-loved of all journals. William Wordsworth's sister, Dorothy, began it in May 1800 and resolved to keep it for a short time. She continued it for nearly three years. In it, she brought the Dove Cottage years to vivid and intimate life. She noted the walks and weather, the friends, country neighbours, and travellers on the roads. She set down accounts of the garden, of Wordsworth's marriage, their concern for Coleridge, and the composition of Wordsworth's poetry.

THE YEAR IS 1883 and Emma M. Lion has returned to her London neighborhood of St. Crispian’s. But Emma’s plans for a charmed and studious life are sabotaged by her eccentric Cousin Archibald, her formidable Aunt Eugenia, and the slightly odd denizens of St. Crispian’s. Emma M. Lion offers up her Unselected Journals, however self-incriminating they may be, which comprise a series of volumes. Armed with wit and a sideways amusement, Emma documents the curious realities of her life at Lapis Lazuli House.

The year is 1883, and Emma M. Lion has returned to her London neighborhood of St. Crispian’s. But Emma’s plans for a charmed and studious life are sabotaged by her eccentric Cousin Archibald, her formidable Aunt Eugenia, and the slightly odd denizens of St. Crispian’s.

Back East, they told tall tales about Marshal Clay Halser, the fearless Civil War veteran who became known as the “Hero of the Plains” for his daring exploits in the Wild West. But the truth, as revealed in his private journals, is even more compelling.

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The Year is 1883 and Emma M. Lion has returned to her London neighborhood of St. Crispian’s. But Emma’s plans for a charmed and studious life are sabotaged by her eccentric Cousin Archibald, her formidable Aunt Eugenia, and the slightly odd denizens of St. Crispian’s. Emma M. Lion offers up her Unselected Journals, however self-incriminating they may be. Armed with wit and a sideways amusement, Emma documents the curious realities of her life at Lapis Lazuli House.

The Year is 1884 and Emma M. Lion has returned to her London neighbourhood of St. Crispian’s. But Emma’s plans for a charmed and studious life are sabotaged by her eccentric Cousin Archibald, her formidable Aunt Eugenia, and the slightly odd denizens of St. Crispian’s. Emma M. Lion offers up her Unselected Journals, however self-incriminating they may be. Armed with wit and a sideways amusement, Emma documents the curious realities of her life at Lapis Lazuli House.

Helmut Zenker 1949-2003. Seit 1973 freier Schriftsteller, seit 1989 auch Regisseur. Romane, Theater, Kinderbücher, Lyrik, Drehbücher, Comedy, Essays, Comics, Lieder. Seine Bücher sind in 23 Sprachen erschienen. Meine Ohren und Augen funktionieren soweit noch ganz gut. Durch das Zimmer komme ich auch einigermaßen, indem ich mich auf eine Stuhllehne stütze, während ich den Stuhl auf gleich bleibenden Wegen vor mir herschiebe. Ich gehe zum Herd, zur Abwasch, zum Kasten, zur Tür, die meiste Zeit sitze ich auf dem Bett, das niedrig genug ist, sodass meine Füße auf dem Boden bleiben.

An ancient family diary. A timely prophecy. An epic conclusion. As Sylvia prepares to meet Gabe’s parents for the first time, the last thing she needs is for her long-lost father to cause trouble. While his answers to her questions finally bring clarity, they also usher in danger. But that's not all her elusive father brings into Sylvia's life. His treasured gift of an ancient journal passed down through the generations, connects her to the past with its mystical spells and captivating stories.

These are the audio journals of a new data analyst, recording his days at an anomaly investigation center. At first, it’s routine office work—but through his notes, we hear his thoughts, doubts, and the subtle unease that grows as he uncovers what his job really involves.

Immerse yourself in this enchanting childrens classic, where the delightful adventures of Rat and Mole unfold along their beloved river, accompanied by the whimsical Toad and wise Badger. This unique rendition is read softly, making it a perfect choice for serene night-time listening in a cozy room. The gentle volume enhances the calming experience, allowing you to drift into dreams. (Summary by Cori Samuel)

In the windswept Scottish Hebrides of 1916, London-born governess Seraphina Tighinn MacKenzie arrives seeking refuge from scandal, only to uncover a world far more mysterious and alluring than the one she left behind. When she discovers a century-old journal belonging to Kate Morag, a spirited island woman caught in a forbidden love with a mythical selkie-man, Seraphina is entangled in secrets that refuse to stay buried.

From the author of the best-selling biographies of Benjamin Franklin and Albert Einstein, this is the exclusive biography of Steve Jobs. Based on more than 40 interviews with Jobs conducted over two years - as well as interviews with more than a hundred family members, friends, adversaries, competitors, and colleagues - Walter Isaacson has written a riveting story of the roller-coaster life and searingly intense personality of a creative entrepreneur whose passion for perfection and ferocious drive revolutionized six industries: personal computers, animated movies, music, phones, tablet ...

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749 - 1832) war ein deutscher Dichter und Naturforscher. Er gilt als einer der bedeutendsten Schöpfer deutschsprachiger Dichtung. Johann Peter Eckermann (1792 - 1854) war ein deutscher Dichter, Schriftsteller und enger Vertrauter Goethes. Der greise Goethe setzte Eckermann gegen eine Gewinnbeteiligung testamentarisch zum Hauptherausgeber seines literarischen Nachlasses ein. Daraus resultierten fünfzehn Nachlassbände, die Eckermann nach Goethes Tod (1832) veröffentlichte.

Hosted by 2021 Wisconsin Horse Person of the Year, Christina Hyke, The Warhorse Journal Podcast™ centers on thoughtful, heart-led interviews with equine artists, authors, and authentic equestrians whose stories deserve to be heard. Christina is also the host of the award-winning Endurance Horse Podcast and the creator of the WARHORSE Endurance® Challenges, and this sister podcast continues the tradition of celebrating the people behind the horses — their creativity, faith, resilience, and lived experience. The Warhorse Journal Podcast™ also highlights riders from the WARHORSE Endurance...

The Desert by John Charles Van Dyke, published in 1901, paints a vivid and poetic portrait of the breathtaking landscapes of the American Southwest. With words that resonate with beauty, Van Dyke declares, What land can equal the desert with its wide plains, its grim mountains, and its expansive canopy of sky! As a cultured art historian, he finds sublimity in the deserts lonely desolation, challenging the perception of previous generations that saw it merely as a wasteland. His conservationist perspective feels remarkably modern, as he asserts, The deserts should never be reclaimed; they are ...