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Drawing inspiration from Jane Eyre, Dinah Maria Craiks 1850 novel, Olive, stands out as one of the early works to feature a central character with a disability. Born with a slight deformation, Olive grapples with the belief that she will never experience love or marriage like other women. Instead, she immerses herself in her art, her devotion to her mother, and her deep-seated faith. However, a dark secret from her past and an intriguing new acquaintance challenge her perceptions and ignite her aspirations for a fuller life. (Summary by Arielle Lipshaw)

Published in 1812, “The Absentee” by Maria Edgeworth delves into the social injustices that plagued 19th-century Britain. The narrative focuses on the absenteeism of Anglo-Irish landlords, particularly as we follow the lives of Lord and Lady Clonbrony. Struggling with debt, Lord Clonbrony faces the consequences of neglecting his estate, while Lady Clonbrony yearns to distance herself from her Irish roots to gain status among London’s elite, known as “the ton.” Their son, Lord Colambre, however, is skeptical of high societys allure and retreats to the family estate in Ireland, where ...

Ciencia, mujeres y divulgación científica constituyen el entramado de este texto. La autora las reconduce al lugar al que pertenecen, la ciencia, a la que deberíamos todos tener acceso si es que queremos realmente entendernos y entender el mundo que nos rodea. Este episodio está dedicado a Mary Somerville. La extraordinaria figura de Mary Somerville delinea con su perfil un hito importante en la historia de la ciencia, pues su presencia nos remite no solo a una de las mejores científicas del siglo, sino también a la última de las grandes científicas aficionadas.

Kaum ein Dichter hat das menschliche Empfinden so tief und feinfühlig in Worte gefasst wie Rainer Maria Rilke. Diese Hörbuch-Edition versammelt vier seiner bedeutendsten Werke – und öffnet ein Tor zu einem literarischen Kosmos voller Sehnsucht, Schönheit und existenzieller Fragen. Die Neuen Gedichte zeigen Rilke als Meister der lyrischen Beobachtung: präzise, bildhaft und von großer innerer Leuchtkraft. In den Aufzeichnungen des Malte Laurids Brigge begegnen wir einem der eindringlichsten Romane der Moderne – einem inneren Monolog über Angst, Erinnerung und die Suche nach dem eigenen Ich.

​¡Bienvenidos a Alquimia Vocal! Soy Mariale, cantante y profesora de técnica vocal. Aquí fusionamos lo técnico con la transformación personal para que tu sonido sane y encienda tu esencia. ​Descubre nuestra sección "El Diván de la Voz": un espacio donde "acostamos" a la voz para que expertos en salud mental, medicina y música le hagan las preguntas necesarias para liberar bloqueos. La técnica es el puente y tu voz el motor. ​¡Suscríbete y empieza tu alquimia! Arte visual y diseño de portada: Natalia Hidalgo Borrego. ​Créditos: Música y efectos de sonido obtenidos a ...

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Orano, anni Venti del Novecento. Un dedalo di viuzze malfamate a ridosso del porto, odori forti, grida incomprensibili, un'umanità variegata: qui approda Cecilia Belmonte, una giovane donna spagnola che, in fuga dalla miseria o forse da qualcosa di più oscuro, ha attraversato d'impulso il Mediterraneo lasciandosi tutto alle spalle. Nell'Algeria francese Cecilia segue istintivamente l'ondata dei compatrioti che nell'infuocato Nordafrica cerca un lavoro, una vita migliore, o anche solo qualche soldo per tirare avanti.

Dive into the enchanting tale of a sewing needle as it reflects on family life and sibling bonds. Through its unique perspective, the needle shares its creation story and the heartfelt moments it witnesses within a family. Along the way, it forms delightful friendships with a thimble and a pair of scissors, adding depth to its journey. Join us for a touching narrative that stitches together love, connection, and the beauty of everyday life. - Summary by Susan Russell

Opiniões a granel sobre a bola e os seus protagonistas! Numa versão improvisada cheia de ironia e, zero pachorra para a hipocrisia, traduzo em palavras o que você talvez não se atreva, sequer, a pensar! Ser Psicóloga ajuda-me a pensar diferente, esta é a minha oferta: Futebol sem verniz, do divã para a bancada.

Welcome to My Boo Buddies, a kid-friendly mystery podcast packed with laughs, light scares, and lovable ghost pets! Manny and his sister Dulce María uncover a secret world inside their new haunted seaside home—where Boo Buddies, ghostly animals with big personalities, need help solving mysteries from their past. Together, they face shadows, surprises, and lots of mischief, all while learning the power of confidence and compassion.Designed for kids 3–8, this audio adventure is spooky-sweet fun the whole family can enjoy.

Dive into a heartfelt collection of fifteen enchanting short stories, each brimming with morals and wisdom inspired by the timeless book of Proverbs. These tales, rich in warmth and charm, offer listeners of all ages profound lessons that resonate deeply. Each story is beautifully recapped with insightful poems, making this collection a delightful journey that invites you to draw closer to His Word. (Summary by DariaAM)

When Mr. Trevor inherits a mysterious piece of land known as Myst Court, he decides to start anew with his three children Emmie, Bruce, and Vibert. However, whispers of a haunted room within the house send shivers down Emmies spine. Despite Bruce and Mr. Trevors reassurances that there are no such things as ghosts, Emmies imagination runs wild. Will she conquer her fears, or will the legend of the haunted room prove too daunting? Summary by Esther ben Simonides

A searing and romantic fantasy adventure about an oligarchic state on the verge of a magical industrial revolution—perfect for fans of Arcane, Wicked, and Iron Widow! Josephine Haven is about to find out exactly where she fits into the march of Progress. Her outbursts are infamous at the House...

'A dazzling modern mythology of our oldest stories, richly imagined by the very best of Irish writers' DOIREANN NÍ GHRÍOFA, author of A Ghost in the Throat 'Dark, lyrical and exhilarating, these stories feel both timeless and urgently modern' LOUISE O'NEILL, author of Idol Featuring new and...

Discover the true story of Maria Pepe, an eleven-year-old girl who changed the course of Little League history. Maria Pepe loved baseball. When Little League formed in her hometown in 1972, she was eager to prove herself as a competitor. There was only one problem: Little League was not open to...

Birds of a feather solve crime together in this exciting middle grade mystery! When eight endangered macaws are stolen from a bird sanctuary in the Mayan ruins of Copán, four sleuthing cousins must find out who took them—and why. Nico and his cousins don't have much in common, but they're all...

Non è facile farsi strada nel mondo del giornalismo se sei nata in una provincia sonnacchiosa in cui sembra non accada mai nulla. Perciò, quando durante il restauro di un’antica villa sul lago vengono ritrovate delle ossa umane, Benedetta Allegri, reporter di un piccolo giornale online, spera possa essere l’occasione giusta per rilanciare la sua carriera e dare finalmente una svolta alla sua vita. Le cose però non sono mai così semplici e, mentre Benedetta segue il caso che sembra farsi via via sempre più intricato, la sua vita prende pieghe inaspettate e rischia di finire a rotoli.

En junio de 1943 una prostituta de Bilbao deja al cuidado de unos jesuitas a su hijo recién nacido. Poco tiempo después, en Galicia, una mujer da a luz a una niña y la abandona en un convento. Con este punto de partida, Larrea recorre hacia atrás una complicada historia familiar que la lleva a Bilbao, la ciudad donde se encuentran las claves de sus orígenes. Una historia sobre adopciones ilegales con el trasfondo de los últimos coletazos del franquismo.

Maailmassa, jossa totuus piiloutuu salattujen asiakirjojen taakse ja kuiskauksiksi pimeissä käytävissä, Spy Nations vetää verhon syrjään paljastaakseen vakoilun, vallan ja petoksen todelliset tarinat. Kylmän sodan kaksoisagenteista nykypäivän kybervakoilijoihin, yritysvakoilusta salaisiin salamurhiin – tämä podcast purkaa auki ne näkymättömät taistelut, joita käydään neuvotteluhuoneissa, takakujilla ja sotahuoneissa ympäri maailmaa. Jokainen jakso sukeltaa syvälle todellisiin tapahtumiin, jotka ovat muokanneet hallituksia, kaataneet hallintoja ja muuttaneet historian ...

Unsere Welt könnte so schön sein. Doch Kriege, Krisen, Inflation sowie gesellschaftliche Spannungen im Großen wie im Kleinen belasten uns schwer und wecken Zukunftsängste. Suchen wir Halt in der Informationsschwemme, droht uns diese mitzureißen wie ein gewaltiger Erdrutsch. Wie wohltuend ist da die Vorstellung, schriftliche Mutmacher von denjenigen zu erhalten, die selbst bereits viel erlebt, bewältigt und bewegt haben.