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Renowned novelist and poet Thomas Hardy is best known for his fatalistic, often tragic novels set in the 'realistic dream-country' of Wessex, in south and south-west England. Drawing on his own life, he created some of the most memorable characters and stories in Victorian literature—many of which are included here. In five dramas taken from Radio 4's 'Hardy's Women' season, we meet a few of Thomas Hardy's most compelling female protagonists.

Milton Jones, Milton Jones - so good, they named him. The most popular living comedian on Radio 4 and officially Britain’s funniest Milton is here with the complete three series of his award-wining show that leapt from late night to prime time - a show which co-stars regular guests Alexander...

Brought to you by Penguin. Revisit the world of Beatrix Potter in this timeless new audiobook edition. Featuring all 23 of the classic tales, this new collection features a range of award-winning and contemporary voices, including Olivia Colman, Tom Hardy, Lily James, James Acaster, David...

Panic is a legendary game played by graduating seniors in the middle-of-nowhere town of Carp, where the stakes are high and the payoff is even higher: After a series of challenges ranging from sleeping in a haunted house to running across a highway blindfolded, one winner takes home a cash prize in the tens of thousands at the end of the summer. Participating players are sworn to secrecy, which means little is known of Panic’s history. Until now.

I don't know what's worse: the remarks claiming you are a malingerer or a hypochondriac, telling you to stop exaggerating; the constant disappointment with growing despair because you receive neither a diagnosis nor effective help; or the pain, exhaustion, and difficulty concentrating that turn everyday life into an obstacle course. Perhaps it is the combination of all of these, or the realization that it will never truly stop.

Mysterious names and fascinating tales from Norse mythology continue to captivate adults to this day – and even more so fire up the vivid imagination of children. This book presents the most important, exciting and beautiful stories from Germanic mythology, introduces the basics of creation, the divine world, mythical peoples and great heroic deeds, and also offers a glimpse into real Viking life.

Do you feel connected to the deep and powerful primal force of femininity? If not, you're not alone – but here comes a charming, pleasurable, and holistic solution: the Yoni Egg!

A brilliant young philosophy student bent on seducing her famous philosopher-mentor finds herself outmaneuvered; diabolically clever high school girls wreak a particularly apt sort of vengeance on sexual predators in their community; a woman stalked by a would-be killer may be confiding in the wrong former lover; a young woman is morbidly obsessed by her unfamiliar new role as “mother.” In the collection’s longest story, a much-praised cutting-edge writer cruelly experiments with “drafts” of his own suicide.

In fact, most people associate the word yoga with the image of someone twisting and bending or standing upside down on their yoga mat. And although these images are not entirely untrue in a certain way, they are far removed from the actual meaning of yoga. Mira Blumenberg allows you to look behind these facades and helps you align your everyday life with the original yoga teachings of Patanjali. This is what awaits you: Yoga Sutras - The Soul of Yoga, Who was Patanjali?

Your body is your most valuable asset, so I am pleased to welcome you to a topic that affects a large portion of the female population: myomas. Not only will you receive understandable medical background information, but you will also gain the tools to recognize, identify, and alleviate symptoms and discomfort—without the fear of major interventions. My greatest wish is that you discover how to gently and naturally bring your body back into balance, allowing you to regain the highest possible level of vitality and quality of life.

Plants and flowers touch us in many ways – both through their appearance and their scent. Plant water, also known as hydrosols, preserves these flowers and their scent and can thus be called the soul of the plants. The plant waters of various flowers have very different effects on our body and mind. In this guide to plant waters, you will learn exactly how to use each flower to achieve health, healing, or relaxation. Embark on an exciting journey of discovery and explore the soul of the plants!

The term "witch" needs a makeover: away with brooms, potions, or satanic pacts, because a true witch is simply someone aware of the energies that connect everything and who has learned to use them in a healing way. So here is the best news to start with: you can do it too! Learn how to develop your own powers and connect with magical energies in this book. Gain deep awareness of your innermost processes, lay the foundation for magical work, and acquire essential practical knowledge.

Colitis Ulcerosa – those affected know exactly what this term brings to mind: pain, diarrhea, discomfort, sometimes even fever, and much more. No wonder the diagnosis hits like a bomb at first and turns life upside down. And as unpleasant as this condition is, there is extremely encouraging news for those affected: there are good chances to enjoy long periods without restrictions, and there is a lot you can do for yourself – now, immediately, without much effort and without sacrificing quality of life.

Then you are absolutely right – and dream interpretation can help you understand the seemingly mysterious messages of your subconscious. In this book, you'll find the latest findings from sleep and dream research as well as comprehensive techniques to effectively engage with your dream life. So dive into the exciting parallel universe in your brain and discover unexpected sides of yourself!

Originally conceived as a craft to give broken porcelain a second life in renewed beauty, Kintsugi has long since become a philosophy as well. Just as carefully reassembled shards of a broken bowl form a breathtaking work of art with the help of gold particles, so too does a person become who they truly are through all their injuries and imperfections. The deep meaning of life through learning, awareness, and constant growth is perfectly captured by the Kintsugi philosophy, which you can apply very concretely in your own life.

Jane Randall questioned for the hundredth time as the rickety bus bumped over what looked like little more than a cow path, why she’d taken the job as an assistant for the most spoiled actress in Hollywood? Oh right, the money and glamor. A chance to spend Christmas in London.

In the charming small town of Magnolia Beach, Ryan Forrester stumbles upon a teenage runaway in need of help. As Ryan helps Mia figure out what makes a family and what it means to belong, he discovers a long-lost sense of purpose and hope.

Zero-sum games are played for lethal stakes in these arresting stories by one of America’s most acclaimed writers, the award-winning, best-selling author of Blonde A brilliant young philosophy student bent on seducing her famous philosopher-mentor finds herself outmaneuvered; diabolically...

When the town golden boy falls in love with a girl from the wrong side of the tracks, sparks fly. Liam was the perfect son, always going along with what his parents wanted, even when it cost him his first love. Olivia never stopped loving Liam, even after he smashed her heart to bits. Now after eight long years, Liam is back, and wanting a divorce so he can marry someone else, but when he finds out what Olivia’s been hiding, it changes everything.

You'll fall in love with this really cool story about treating people kindly. Listen along as three little fruits go on an adventure filled with fun, friendship, and wonderful life lessons.