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1917. On a battlefield near the River Aisne, John lies in the aftermath of a blast, unable to move or feel his legs. Struggling to focus his thoughts, he is lost to memory—a chance encounter in a pub by a railway, a hot bath with his lover on a winter night, his childhood on a faraway coast—as the snow falls.

As a young boy during the Second World War, Jakob Beer is rescued from the mud in Poland by an unlikely savior, the scientist Athos Roussos, and he is taken to Greece, then, at war’s end, to Toronto. It is here that his loss gradually surfaces, as does the haunting question of his sister’s fate. Later in life, as a translator and a poet, and now with the glorious Michaela, Jakob meets Ben, a young professor whose own legacies of the war kindle within him a fascination with the older man and his writing.

The JPS TANAKH: The Jewish Bible, audio version, is a recorded version of the JPS TANAKH, the most widely read English translation of the Hebrew, or Jewish, Bible. Produced and recorded for The Jewish Publication Society (JPS) by The Jewish Braille Institute (JBI), this complete, unabridged audio version of the Torah features over 14 hours of readings by seven narrators. The Torah is the essence of Jewish tradition; it inspires each successive generation.

Brendan Behan is widely remembered as a hard-drinking, wise-cracking writer who turned up roaring drunk for interviews and cared little for authority. But he was more than just a hell-raising celebrity. His wit, expressive use of language and understanding of human nature made his writing famous around the world, and his masterpieces The Quare Fellow, Borstal Boy and The Hostage rank among the greatest works of 20th century Irish literature. Dramatisations of all three appear here, alongside a short interview with Behan himself and a fascinating biographical programme celebrating his genius.

Savannah Greene enters The Baking Games with a clear goal: win the $200,000 prize and secure her sister’s future. But her plan quickly crumbles when she discovers the competition includes her ex-boyfriend, Connor, who still harbors a grudge, and Rhett Jennings, her biggest rival from culinary school. Thrown together in a luxurious mansion under the constant gaze of cameras, Savannah finds herself part of an unexpected plot twist—a fake relationship with Rhett to boost their popularity with viewers. As they navigate this pretend romance, the lines between reality and performance blur.

The JPS TANAKH: The Jewish Bible, audio version, is a recorded version of the JPS TANAKH, the most widely read English translation of the Hebrew, or Jewish, Bible. Produced and recorded for The Jewish Publication Society (JPS) by The Jewish Braille Institute (JBI), this complete, unabridged audio version of the Book of Jeremiah features over four hours of readings by three narrators.

The JPS TANAKH: The Jewish Bible, audio version is a recorded version of the JPS TANAKH, the most widely read English translation of the Hebrew, or Jewish, Bible. Produced and recorded for The Jewish Publication Society (JPS) by The Jewish Braille Institute (JBI), this oimplete, unabridged audio version of the Book of Psalms features over four and a half hours of readings by seven narrators.

Walk in the footsteps of faithful men and women who have done their best to follow God's call. The Path is the story of the Bible, excerpted from the New Revised Standard Version, so that it is clear and easy to understand. Follow the path of God's love all the way from the beginning to the end, from Adam's creation to John's revelation. With informative trail signs to help you see how each piece of the narrative fits together, The Path is an experience unlike any other.

Liga lives modestly in her own personal heaven, given to her by natural magic in exchange for her earthly life. Her two daughters, gentle Branza and curious Urdda, grow up in this soft world, protected from the violence, predation, and village prejudice that once harmed their mother. But the real world cannot be denied forever - magicked men and wild bears break down the borders of Liga's refuge. Now, having known heaven, how will these three women survive in a world where beauty and brutality lie side by side?

The Nukecaust radically altered the face of the globe and even the secret malevolent architects of mankind's history could not predict the will of the human spirit to survive - and to rebel. As Earth's destiny remains pawn to sinister forces not of this world, an underground resistance movement is fighting back against the ruling barons and their hidden masters. Kane, once an enforcer of the evil he now seeks to destroy, is joined by his compatriots in a brutal, covert war to reclaim the future for its rightful owners.

The JPS Tanakh: The Jewish Bible, audio version, is a recorded version of the JPS Tanakh, the most widely read English translation of the Hebrew, or Jewish, Bible. Produced and recorded for The Jewish Publication Society (JPS) by The Jewish Braille Institute (JBI), this complete, unabridged audio version of the Book of Job features over one-and-a-half hours of readings by five narrators.

Michael Maloney, Josette Simon and Anne-Marie Duff star in this fast and funny production of Shakespeare's most sparkling and optimistic comedy, when all the world is turned on its head and authority is usurped, when by civil misrule girls become boys and women lust after women.

Pay It Forward is a wondrous and moving story about Trevor McKinney, a 12-year-old boy in a small California town who accepts the challenge that his teacher gives his class, a chance to earn extra credit by coming up with a plan to change the world for the better - and to put that plan into action.

In the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains lies Jubilee, where Coop's Home Cookin' has been a beloved staple for decades. Walter Coop Cooper serves up hearty meals and a side of grumpy charm to locals and tourists alike. But Coop's world is turned upside down when Tate Morgan, a city transplant with roots in Jubilee, opens a trendy vegan restaurant across the street. Caught in the middle is Whitney Cooper, Coop's dutiful daughter. She dreams of opening her own wellness studio but feels obligated to her father's diner.

2135: Der Staub des zerstörten Asteroiden Ikarus überzieht die Erde mit einem Grauschleier, und die Ernten sind klein oder bleiben ganz aus. Die Menschen in Metropolis, angewiesen auf Nahrungsmittellieferungen der Union, hungern seit Wochen. Verzweifelte Versuche, der Not Herr zu werden, sind gescheitert. In dieser Situation fährt Louise Demnitz Mark Brandis in das Sondergefängnis der Millionenstadt, auf der Suche nach dem wahren Kern eines Mythos aus dem Bürgerkrieg.

Vier Jahre nach dem Desaster im Jurassic Park: Auf einer nahegelegenen Insel haben die Dinosaurier überlebt und können sich frei bewegen. Jetzt droht eine viel größere Gefahr - der Plan, diese einzufangen und auf das Festland zu bringen. John Hammond, der die Kontrolle über seine Gesellschaft "InGen" verloren hat, sieht die Chance, seine Fehler wiedergutzumachen und sendet eine Expedition, geleitet von Ian Malcom, zur Insel, bevor der beauftragte Jagd-Trupp dort ankommt.

Die Jagd auf den "Rätsel-Killer" geht weiter für die FBI-Agentin Olivia Parker und Officer Decker. Jetzt haben sie es nicht mehr nur mit einem perfiden Gegenspieler zu tun, der die Ermittler mit jedem Mord weiter zu verhöhnen scheint, sondern auch mit dem Misstrauen der Behörden. Decker und Parker geraten zusehends in die Defensive und haben keine Hilfe von außen zu erwarten. Hält da jemand seine schützende Hand über den Täter und was weiß eigentlich Olivias Vorgesetzter, FBI-Chef Crispin? Das so unterschiedliche Duo muss sich zusammenraufen.

Die Zukunft - trotz aller Errungenschaften so ungewiss wie nie zuvor. Im 22. Jahrhundert hat die Menschheit Raumstationen in der Unendlichkeit errichtet und erforscht das Sonnensystem - bemüht, im Weltall das zerbrechliche Gleichgewicht aufrechtzuerhalten, das auf der Erde zwischen den zwei Machtblöcken existiert: der "Union" und den "Republiken". Mark Brandis leitet die Raumnotretter, eine unterfinanzierte kleine Truppe von Raumschiffen, die dann zum Einsatz kommen, wenn die Not am Größten ist.

The alien blueprint to claim Earth dates back to eons before humanity became enslaved. Fires of human rebellion have only strengthened the bid to fully secure the chains of iron rule. But the battle that spans time and space has become a proving ground. A bold, sophisticated band of insurgents has understanding of the enemy's darkest secrets and dares to loosen the choke hold of power on the planet....

Explore the greatest stories of all as a family. This storybook recounts the major stories of the Bible, from creation to revelation, in a way that engages children (and those who love them!). The book features dynamic storytelling by best-selling author Lindsay Hardin Freeman and compelling questions by editor Melody Wilson Shobe. Can be read independently or would be a great companion to The Path: A Journey Through the Bible.