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The timid and cowardly Henry Jones alone knows the whereabouts of a second will, which disinherits him from his uncle's property. During his guilt throes he arouses the suspicions of all around him.

Cousins, Alayna and Candace, discuss the wildest true crime cases of all time.

Returning to the "Aunt Hill" from a two-year trip around the world, 20-year-old Rose Campbell suddenly finds herself surrounded by male admirers, all expecting her to marry them! Rose is rich and pretty, and she suspects many of these suitors are more interested in her wealth than her dreams. But she is determined to live her own life and find her own love, despite the many plans of aunts, uncles, and cousins. Louisa May Alcott wrote this delightful sequel to Eight Cousins at the request of her many fans.

After an investigation spanning nearly two years, Los Angeles investigators come up empty in the case of a terrifying serial sex killer. But then, a seemingly unrelated arrest is made across state lines. In book two of Murder by Increments, we journey deeper into the life and mind of the suspect at the center of the case: one of the most confounding and mysterious serial killers in American history. Killing Cousins documents the shocking story of an abusive childhood that created a monster.

This book tells about life in Mexico in the early 20th century, through the eyes of a little girl, Juanita. As the story follows her, the reader learns about cultural practices, historical events, and famous landmarks. (Summary by Mike Dunn)

This story will allow both young and old to learn about some of Mexico's history, customs, daily life, and beautiful places through the eyes and experiences of Juanita, a young Mexican girl, and her friends. (Summary by Sue Gill)

Our American Cousin is an 1858 three-act play by English playwright Tom Taylor. The play is a farce whose plot is based on the introduction of an awkward, boorish, but honest American, Asa Trenchard, to his aristocratic English relatives when he goes to England to claim the family estate. . . . Although the play achieved great renown during its first few years and remained very popular throughout the second half of the 19th century, it is best remembered as the play U.S. President Abraham Lincoln was attending in Ford's Theatre when he was assassinated by actor and Confederate sympathizer John...

Join cousins, best friends, and Bravoholics Joey and Lauren as they celebrate and (lovingly critique) The Real Housewives like only family can. @cousinsbybravo

Dive into Balzacs Cousin Pons, a poignant tale that stands as one of the final masterpieces in his sweeping series, The Human Comedy. First published in 1847 alongside its companion novel Cousin Betty, this narrative contrasts the vengeful pursuits of a bitter woman with the gentle story of Pons, a timid and innocent man who finds himself at the mercy of his more affluent relatives. Through richly crafted character studies and a powerful critique of greed and materialism, Balzac paints a vivid picture of mid-19th-century French society. Renowned as one of the eras greatest novelists, his ...

Cousin Phillis, written by Elizabeth Gaskell in 1864, tells the poignant story of Paul Manning, a seventeen-year-old boy who relocates to the countryside and forms a deep bond with his mothers family, particularly his second cousin, Phillis Holman. As Phillis navigates the complexities of adolescence, the narrative unfolds with an enchanting simplicity that showcases Gaskells masterful storytelling. Critics often herald this work as Gaskells finest short novel, celebrated for its delicate character development and captivating prose. (Summary by Wikipedia)

Indefer Jones faces a daunting dilemma as he tries to decide who will inherit his estate. Will he favor his beloved niece, Isabel, or opt for a male heir? The plot thickens when Indefers silence about his final choice leads to unexpected complications after his passing. (Summary by Jean Bascom)

Step into the world of Cousin Betty (La Cousine Bette), one of Balzacs final masterpieces, first unveiled in serial form in 1846. This captivating tale, part of his extensive collection La Comédie Humaine, unfolds in mid-19th-century France, where a woman grapples with her status as a poor relation. As we delve into her cunning schemes aimed at dismantling the lives of her more affluent family members, we witness a society grappling with change. The old orders stability and idealism crumbles, making way for a new bourgeois reality where virtue is often sacrificed in the relentless pursuit of ...

A new culture forward podcast that brings humor, perspective and real conversation to the mic. We sip tea, while we spill tea, and hopefully leave better than we came.

Hey cousins! Welcome to THE COUSIN’S CORNER PODCAST where we become family through real life & interesting conversations. Curated by a tight knit circle of cousins, Ashley, Bria, Diamond, and Lonnie find joy and comfort through honest and open conversations. As they navigate through life as young black adults, the Cousin's Corner allows them to explore challenging, open and fun conversations as an expressive outlet.

They're cousins and they're wives, they're the Cousin Wives! Not married to each other, and neither is a mother, rmoney and Nani will fight and laugh on a weekly basis while discussing various topics regardless of genre. Check it out, check yo man, and check if it's butter. It's the Cousin Wives!

Welcome to Cousin Ed’s Corner. This is not only my block but it’s OUR block. Come and join me for some of the realest conversations you will have.

Two cousins Raamish Imran and Raamin Hamid talk about random stuff while they learn how to make a podcast! Come along for the ride!

You've just stepped into our podcast, where the cauldron is always bubbling with tarot rants, hot takes and the occasional magical meltdown.We're Cheyanne and Raychel, two cousins who believe the world gets a lot better when you blend a little witchcraft with a lot of laughter.So light a candle, pour some tea and join us as we stir up trouble in the best possible way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Le harem et les cousins est un ouvrage remarquable et dérangeant à plusieurs titres. Il dérange par la vigueur de ses hypothèses et l'ampleur des problèmes qu'il soulève, par les liens qu'il établit entre une histoire plurimillénaire et les réalités les plus quotidiennes, enfin par son extraordinaire liberté de ton pour traiter de choses graves. Avec cette œuvre prend véritablement corps en France une anthropologie de la Méditerranée faisant ressortir des parentés structurelles, jusque-là plus ressenties qu'analysées, entre les sociétés établies autour de cette mer.

Beginning with a deceptively simple question - why are the Abraham Accords named after Abraham? – this series is a whirlwind tour of geopolitics, theology, pop culture, and anthropological theory that picks up on old Abe as both a universal symbol and the ancestor of two peoples: the Arabs and the Jews. As we’ll see, cousins can be pretty bad.Published by Kollo Media in partnership with The Diasporist.Produced by Ben Schuman-Stoler, Matan Kaminer, and LABA fellow Guli Hashiloni.Music and theme by Adam Maor.Check out @kollomedia and @the_diasporist on Instagram.