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Uma história de amor arrebatadora no Cairo dos anos 1980. O premiado romance de estreia de Éric Chacour na voz de Johnny Massaro. No Cairo dos anos 1980, Tarek é um médico casado, respeitado e bem estabelecido. Quando ele abre uma clínica popular em um bairro pobre da cidade, conhece Ali, um rapaz com quem vive um romance turbulento, que vira sua vida do avesso.

Wo Worte berühren, bevor es Hände tun. Daniel Thaler und Nicole Maria Mack sprechen über Sexualität, Beziehungen und Intimität – ehrlich, stilvoll und ohne Tabus. Nicht anstößig, sondern anregend. Mit Tiefgang und dem Mut zwischen die Zeilen zu blicken. Einfach mehr als nur Sex.

Bem-vindos a bordo do Barquinho de Papel! Aqui, cada episódio é uma nova viagem pelo incrível mar da imaginação! O Barquinho de Papel é um podcast de histórias infantis feito para encantar pequenos e grandes marujos. Através de contos clássicos, fábulas e aventuras mágicas, trazemos momentos de afeto, ludicidade e conexão para a rotina da sua família, seja na hora de dormir, no caminho para a escola ou naquele momento gostoso de descanso. 📖 O que você vai encontrar por aqui: 🔹 Histórias infantis narradas com carinho e efeitos sonoros imersivos 🔹 Reflexões e ...

Accusati dai Malkariti, Niri e i suoi amici si rifugiano nella Torre dei Re. Le nuove e rigorose regole che vengono emanate allungano la loro ombra sino alla Torre dei Re, nonostante i privilegi di cui questa gode, regole il cui scopo è di reclutare sempre più allievi tra le fila dell'esercito del Dio Cremisi. Mentre la minaccia di un regime del terrore da parte dell'Ordine si fa sempre più palpabile, Niri e i suoi amici si trovano coinvolti in una corsa contro il tempo.

Et uventet møde skræmmer Elise, og hun beder Amund om hjælp. Men Rebekka frygter, at hendes mand ikke vil kunne styre sit temperament. Markus bliver pludselig stillet over for en frygtelig anklage: Hans syge hustru Iris er blevet fundet død, og politiet mistænker ham for mord. Han føres...

Esta é uma história possível da curta viagem de Jimi Hendrix. Não é a história do homem de sucesso, o popstar psicodélico. Também não é a tragédia do jovem derrotado por uma vida rápida demais. Ou a crônica de um reinventor da guitarra elétrica; essas são imagens soltas, guardadas...

Michelle ist Anfang dreißig, als ihr Leben im Osten des Landes auseinanderbricht. Sie lässt alles hinter sich und fängt von vorne an: Als Rezeptionistin eines Hotels trifft sie auf Luxus, westdeutschen Reichtum und – Henry. Einer, der ganz andere Startmöglichkeiten hatte als sie, dem es nie an irgendetwas gemangelt hat. Sie verlieben sich, allen Unterschieden zum Trotz. Mit großer Sogkraft und berückender Leichtigkeit erzählt das Hörbuch von Aufstiegswünschen, Abstiegsängsten und von der Frage, was Freiheit und Sorglosigkeit für einen Preis haben.

Bel hat aufgrund ihres preisgekrönten Podcasts einen Job als Journalistin bei einer von Englands größten Tageszeitungen gelandet. Im kleinen und wenig glamourösen Zweigbüro in Manchester, in das es sie verschlagen hat, sind sie jedoch nur zu dritt: Bel, ihr gnadenlos ehrgeiziger, aber unterhaltsamer Kollege Aaron, und der neue Praktikant. Als sich herausstellt, dass es sich bei Letzterem um einen über dreißigjährigen Mann namens Connor handelt, nimmt der Beginn ihrer Zusammenarbeit eine ungute Wendung.

In Mother and the Child, Maria Montessori delivers an enlightening lecture from 1915 that emphasizes the critical role of freedom and environment in a childs development. This pioneering educational reformer advocates for creating nurturing spaces where children can thrive and evolve according to their innate potential. Join Montessori as she shares her insights on fostering independence and self-discovery in young learners, making this a must-listen for educators, parents, and anyone invested in the future of childhood education. - Summary by kattekliek

Written in 1896 during the height of the bicycle craze, *Bicycling for Ladies* serves as an empowering guide for women eager to embrace the joys of cycling. Authored by Maria Ward, a co-founder of the Staten Island Bicycling Club and a passionate advocate for womens athletics, this book addresses the needs of women stepping out of restrictive clothing and into the liberating world of cycling. Ward champions practical attire, from shorter skirts to breathable waists and knickerbockers, while demystifying bicycle mechanics with clear instructions on maintenance and tools. She invites women to ...

This is not your typical family history. While many of those narratives can be dull and resonate with only a select few who cherish their lineage, this story unfolds the remarkable journey of a mother whose life was anything but ordinary. She traversed thousands of miles during an era when encountering a well-traveled person was a rarity. Join us as we explore her adventures, the challenges she faced, and the rich tapestry of experiences that shaped her familys legacy. (From Introduction)

Auguste Rodin (1840-1917) is celebrated as the father of modern sculpture, a title he earned through his innovative approach to traditional sculpting techniques. Despite being denied admission to Pariss prestigious art school, Rodins exceptional skill in creating intricate, dynamic surfaces in clay brought the human form to life with stunning realism, emphasizing individuality and physical presence. His early works showcased striking realism, while his later memorials pushed the boundaries of artistic expression, earning him acclaim as the leading sculptor of his time. By 1900, he had achieved...

Set in a quaint, retired hamlet nestled between Oswestry and Shrewsbury in Wales, Simple Susan is a charming childrens story from Maria Edgeworths The Parents Assistant. This delightful tale explores the contrasting lives of the litigious attorney, Mr. Case, and his suspicious children, against the backdrop of their simple and peaceful neighbors, the Price family. With timeless lessons that resonate across social divides, this story imparts valuable insights for children of all backgrounds—rich and poor, powerful and weak, and everyone in between. (Summary by Lori Arsenault)

A propulsive multigenerational family drama about three women struggling to hold one another together across borders as Chávez’s Venezuela collapses around them—the extraordinary English-language debut of an award-winning and bestselling author "A searing portrait of Venezuela’s migrant...

A woman enlists the help of her favorite musician to win her ex-boyfriend back in this sparkling romantic comedy set in Venezuela by debut author Maria J. Morillo. Maria “Marianto” Camacho is a planner. At twenty-seven, she has her life perfectly mapped out. Her long-term boyfriend...

WINNER OF THE ATWOOD GIBSON WRITERS’ TRUST FICTION PRIZE WINNER OF THE AMAZON CANADA FIRST NOVEL AWARD WINNER OF THE GORDON BURN PRIZE WINNER OF THE ASPEN WORDS LITERARY PRIZE WINNER OF THE ETHEL WILSON FICTION PRIZE LONGLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE AND THE THE DUBLIN...

Fighting God is a firebrand manifesto from one of the most recognizable faces of atheism. In his audiobook, Silverman—a walking, talking atheist billboard known for his appearances on Fox News—discusses the effectiveness, ethics, and impact of the in-your-face-atheist who refuses to be...

Rilke's powerfully touching letters to an aspiring young poet, now available in a beautiful hardcover Penguin edition At the start of the twentieth century, Rainer Maria Rilke wrote a series of letters to a young officer cadet, advising him on writing, love, sex, suffering, and the nature of...

Hola a todos y bienvenidos a este episodio especial de Voces de la Educación.

Dietro ogni porta c'è una storia. Alcune le conosciamo, altre restano chiuse per decenni: in un archivio, in una biblioteca, in un cassetto di ricordi di famiglia. Poi, un giorno, qualcuno bussa. E quella porta si apre. Sono Maria Elena Gandolfi, sono giornalista e Il mio lavoro è raccontare il presente, ma una ricerca nata per caso mi ha portata a scoprire un passato di storie di vite straordinarie: persone che, dietro la porta accanto, hanno cambiato il loro mondo. In ogni puntata apriamo una di queste porte. Quello che troverete dietro non ve lo aspettate...