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The Attack on the Mill is a powerful tale of love, loyalty, and devastation set against the backdrop of the Franco-Prussian War. On the eve of a joyous wedding at Father Merlier's idyllic mill in the Lorraine countryside, the drums of war grow louder.

Vom Landleben und dem Leben mit Tieren: Mit viel Humor und Warmherzigkeit beschreibt die Autorin ihr Leben auf einer Farm im englischen Wiltshire, wo sie einige Jahre Stall- und Feldarbeit verrichtete und sich vor allem um die Tiere kümmerte. Als große Tierfreundin bekannt, schildert Castonier kleine Begebenheiten, die jeden, der Tiere kennt und mag, erfreuen werden.

Sometimes it's tough to be Lucy O'Rourke. Disasters of all sorts seem to seek out this globe-trotting photographer. Whether it's on a raft in Cataract Canyon, a crocodile attack on the Amazon, a hurricane in the Gulf Stream or even the two-legged kind (men), Lucy just can't seem to help making the wrong choice at precisely the wrong moment. This collection of eleven linked stories features the unique blending of romance and adventure that is the trademark of Pam Houston.

Brought to you by Penguin. This Penguin Classic is performed by Olivia Forrest. This definitive recording includes an introduction by Laura Keanzler. Elizabeth Gaskell's chilling Gothic tales blend the real and the supernatural to eerie, compelling effect. 'Disappearances', inspired by local...