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Step into the mesmerizing world of Nathaniel Hawthorne's "Rappaccini's Daughter". This captivating short story explores the dark and mysterious realm of science, love, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. Set in a secluded garden where poisonous plants and forbidden love intertwine, Hawthorne weaves a tale of moral ambiguity and tragic beauty. With his masterful storytelling, he delves into themes of isolation, nature's power, and the complexities of human relationships. Enter this enchanting tale and uncover the secrets that lie within Rappaccini's garden.

Die heutige Welt ist voll von Feedback – von den Likes oder Dislikes auf Social Media bis hin zum jährlichen Gespräch mit Vorgesetzten. Doch ist Feedback wirklich so wertvoll, wie immer behauptet wird? Die Autorin findet nicht und zeigt, warum man nicht alles annehmen und sich gar davon frei machen sollte. Feedback gehört zum guten Ton, kommt oft und nicht selten ungefragt: der Spruch des Kollegen, die 1-Sterne-Bewertung des Kunden, das jährliche Feedback vom Chef, der fiese Nebensatz der Schwiegermutter oder Produktbewertungen bei Google. Kritisches Feedback lässt uns zusammenzucken.

Trixie Burnett, a 23-year-old single mom and the only prostitute in the small northeast Texas town of Pineywoods, knows the winning lottery ticket in her purse is about to change things forever.

Josiah Reynolds is a beekeeper trying to stay financially afloat by selling honey at the Farmers' Market. She finds her world turned upside down when a man is found dead in her beeyard, only to discover the victim is her nemesis. The police are calling the brutal death murder and Josiah is the number one suspect! Fighting an unknown enemy in the glamorous world of Thoroughbreds, oak-cured bourbon, and antebellum mansions, Josiah struggles to uncover the truth in a land that keeps its secrets well.

"Ich starre zum Himmel, balle meine Faust in der Hosentasche und würde vor Frust am liebsten laut schreien. So hatte ich das nicht geplant! Nein, so hatte ich das überhaupt gar nicht geplant! Was hier gerade mit meinem Leben passiert, das will ich nicht!" Diese Gedanken gingen Simone Heintze durch den Kopf, als sie zum vierten Mal in ihrem Leben die Nachricht zu hören bekam: "Sie haben Krebs." Viermal hat sie sich ins Leben zurückgekämpft. Dabei wurde in all diesen Jahren ihr Glaube, der sie seit ihrer Kindheit begleitet, ein immer stärkerer Halt.

In this book, the author takes the listener through the emotional journey of having a child who suddenly loses his speech at the tender age of three and is subsequently diagnosed with autism. She reveals how the power of love, prayers, conventional and unconventional therapies helped her son regain his speech, emotional awareness, and cognitive skills.

Sophie La Belle and the Miniature Cities guides the listener on a harrowing journey through a series of extraordinary realms as the main character dares to question the nature of politics and civilization. With Sophie La Belle and the Miniature Cities, Gisela Heffes has distinguished herself as a storyteller, a philosopher, and a sorceress.

Make the Never-ending Journey of ‘Becoming’ One You Enjoy Getting Present For! Theresa's path to Becoming More Me was birthed through the personal hurdles and obstacles she faced. Feeling stuck and resistant to change, she found herself in a recurring Groundhog Day of unwanted outcomes. ADHD, repressed feelings, and unresolved trauma culminated in anxiety that she attempted to turn into fuel to do more and “catch up.”