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In these 10 entertaining documentaries, he explores why some books, games and binge-watched box sets are, as they say, 'literally unputdownable'; peers into Plotto, an ingenious manual of story devices, to discover whether it really can make writing easy; takes a sideways look at some familiar characters from literature, including James Bond, Dracula, Fu Manchu and Carruthers; delves into the intricacies of the locked-room murder; and revisits his old prep school to find out whether a book of stirring 19th-century verse can work its magic on today’s young people. 

Bloomsbury presents Spider-man: Miles Morales by Ytasha L. Womack, read by Xenia Willacey. Explore the Stories Behind the Legends First introduced in 2011 by Brian Michael Bendis and Sara Pichelli, Miles Morales reconceived Spider-Man as African American and Latinx, and his debut marked a new...

Muir was a preservationist and naturalist. His activism helped to preserve the Yosemite Valley, Sequoia National Park and other wilderness areas. The Sierra Club, which he founded, is now one of the most important conservation organizations in the United States.In early March 1867, Muir was injured while working as a sawyer in a factory that made wagon wheels: a tool he was using slipped and struck him in the eye. This accident changed the course of his life. He was confined to a darkened room for six weeks, worried whether he’d ever regain his sight. When he did, "he saw the world—and his...

Bienvenidos a mi podcats semanal, que saldra los días martes. Los cuentos originales de las Mil y una Noches es un compilado de cuentos, leyendas de origen hindú, árabe, persa. Es una de las obras más relevantes, fantásticas de la historia universal. Herencia de oriente a occidente. Estas historias de varios autores desconocidos, en ningún caso son historias para niños, algunas son románticas, trágicas, policiales, de viajes, costumbristas, fantásticas, de hadas, cómicas, eróticas. En fin, para todos los gustos. El nudo central, son las historias que Sherezade, ...

Ultimate Spin is the Marvel comic book podcast that looks at different strands of Spider-Man’s web, namely the ones belonging to Miles Morales and Spider-Gwen! Visit ultimatespinpodcast.com to find all of our episodes, including exclusive in-depth conversations with the creators!

When Dean Rawson embarks on a daring expedition to extract energy from a dormant volcano, he never imagines the extraordinary secrets lying beneath the Earth's surface. As he descends into the depths, he stumbles upon a hidden world teeming with bizarre life forms and ancient civilizations. 'Two Thousand Miles Below' takes you on an exhilarating journey through uncharted territory, where every twist reveals astonishing truths about the planet and its history. Rawson’s initial mission quickly spirals into a battle for survival as he faces not only the perils of the unknown but also the moral ...

Ellen and William Craft were a married couple who escaped from slavery in 1848 when Ellen disguised herself as a white, literate man and William pretended to be an accompanying slave. This is their story of their escape to freedom.NB Listeners may find some scenes of abuse and vocabulary in this book distressing. (Summary by Newgatenovelist)

At 4:00 a.m. on March 28, 1979, a serious accident occurred at the Three Mile Island 2 nuclear power plant near Middletown, Pennsylvania. The accident was initiated by mechanical malfunctions in the plant and made much worse by a combination of human errors in responding to it. During the next 4 days, the extent and gravity of the accident was unclear to the managers of the plant, to federal and state officials, and to the general public. What is quite clear is that its impact, nationally and internationally, has raised serious concerns about the safety of nuclear power. This Commission was ...

If you drive through the Lady's Mile, the most fashionable district in London, you will see people whose most distinguished ambition was to be known in that circle. A novelist, a painter, and some aristocrats, willing to prove themselves to the world. But what happens behind closed doors? Is the Lady's Mile as respectable as it seems? - Summary by Stav Nisser.

An American judge, Crowdy Lobbett, is threatened by a mysterious master criminal concerning whom the judge has dangerous information. Albert Campion undertakes to protect him. The ensuing events combine thrills, comedy and romance. This is the second of Margery Allingham’s novels that feature Albert Campion and the first in which he solves the mystery. - Summary by Terrance Callan

This volume deals with a series of journeys taken with a dog team over the winter trails in the interior of Alaska. The title might have claimed fourteen or fifteen thousand miles instead of ten, for the book was projected and the title adopted some years ago, and the journeys have continued. But ten thousand is a good round titular number, and is none the worse for being well within the mark. Besides the physical attractions of this country, it has a gentle aboriginal population that arouses in many ways the respect and the sympathy of all kindly people; and it has some of the hardiest and ...

Amelia B. Edwards Thousand Miles up the Nile, originally published in 1877, is a captivating historical and cultural exploration of Egypt that quickly became a bestseller, with reprints in 1888 both in England and internationally. At a time when most women were expected to stay at home, Edwards boldly journeyed through Egypt, establishing herself as a pioneering Egyptologist. She later founded the Edwards Chair of Egyptology, which was first held by the renowned Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie. This seminal work not only laid the groundwork for future Egyptology but also significantly ...

Cuentos de las mil y una noches

Narración del libro Las mil y una noches. Cuentos orientales en la versión para niños edición ilustrada. 1967. 2000 ejemplares.

Because It's About Time Someone Did

As you journey through the prestigious Ladys Mile, Londons most fashionable district, youll encounter individuals driven by the desire to shine within this elite circle. A novelist, a painter, and some aristocrats are all eager to make their mark on the world. But what secrets lie behind the façade of respectability? Is Ladys Mile as glamorous as it appears? - Summary by Stav Nisser.

Where we dive deep into the world of writing and publishing. Each week, I sit down with authors from every stage of their journey—whether they’re just starting out, building their readership, or seasoned pros with stories to tell. We’ll explore their creative process, uncover tips and insights, and celebrate the highs and lows of the writing life. So, grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and join me as we go Miles Beyond the Page!

In the late nineteenth century through the mid-twentieth, American elementary classrooms often displayed a black-and-white print of New England pilgrims journeying to church, muskets in hand—alongside a portrait of George Washington by Gilbert Stuart. School children were well-versed in the tale of the Mayflower and the Plymouth colony in Massachusetts, with Captain Miles Standish, the military leader of this small band, being one of the most recognized figures. Standish, along with the friendly Indian Squanto and the young pilgrim John Alden, who was in love with the beautiful Priscilla ...

Journey back to the late 1800s with the author as she chronicles her travels across the vast expanse of the British Empire and America alongside her husband. Subtitled The Journal of a Tour through the British Empire and America, this engaging narrative offers a vivid glimpse into their adventures. In her own words, the author describes it as a simple Journal of what we saw and did. From crossing the Atlantic to exploring the wonders of the U.S. and Canada, to venturing across the Pacific to New Zealand, Australia, and beyond, their experiences also take them through the Dutch East Indies, the...

Dive into the thrilling world of Two Thousand Miles Below, a captivating science fiction novel originally serialized in Astounding Stories from June 1932 to January 1933. Follow the journey of Dean Rawson, an ambitious explorer determined to unlock the secrets of a dormant volcano in search of a new power source. But as he delves deeper, he uncovers astonishing mysteries that challenge everything he thought he knew.