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Argentina, 1939: “My darling Valentina, I beg you to not go through with this marriage. I know your duty to your family means the world to you, but I pray our love means more. Let us run away together, and never be parted again…” London, Present day. Rose once thought she was alone in the world, having just lost her beloved mother a few months ago. So, when she is presented with a mysterious box containing a small figure of a horse, a scrap of glittering silk and the hope of a lost family being found, Rose will stop at nothing to find them.

PASSION INDIA The story of the Spanish Princess of Kapurthala FOUR MILLION READERS WORLDWIDE HAVE BEEN FASCINATED BY THIS LOVE STORY THAT TRANSPORTS US TO THE FABULOUS WORLD OF THE MAHARAJAS -FILLED WITH HAREMS, JEWELS, PALACES, FLAMENCO MUSIC AND TIGER HUNTING. On January 28, 1908, Anita Delgado, a beautiful, but barely literate, Spanish teenager, danced a brief flamenco in a Madrid nightclub where she caught the eye of a visiting Indian prince, Sir Jagatjit Singh, the Maharaja of Kapurthala. They married and she spent the next 18 years living in opulent luxury, in the Himalayan foothills....

Learn Spanish for Kids: Fun Stories, Songs & Vocabulary Words for Beginners is not just an audiobook—it’s your passport to a magical world of colors, animals, songs, and playful characters that make learning Spanish absolutely irresistible!

The mass conversion of Iberian Jews to Christianity in the late 14th and 15th centuries was catastrophic for the Jewish community. Possibly up to a third of the Jewish community converted. There are many reasons why such large-scale conversions occurred. The widespread violence which spread across Castile and Aragon was unprecedented. Violence was the immediate cause for the mass conversions, and the debilitated state of Jewish communities following these attacks was also a factor in subsequent waves of conversion. The crisis, however, is also seen as the consequence of an absence of ...

Earworms mbt(c) is a revolutionary accelerated technique that takes the hard work out of learning. By listening a few times to these specially composed melodies, with their rhythmic repetitions of Spanish (Latin American) and English, you will pick up essential words and phrases that will not just be on the tip of your tongue but burnt deeply into your long-term memory in next to no time. If you like music, and want to make rapid progress without any formal knowledge of language learning, Earworms mbt(c) Rapid Spanish (Latin American) is the course for you.

Descubre “Aprender Inglés: Nivel Intermedio y Avanzado” ¡Sumérgete en el emocionante mundo del inglés con "Aprender Inglés: Nivel Intermedio y Avanzado"! Este innovador libro está diseñado específicamente para hispanohablantes que desean mejorar su inglés de manera efectiva y dinámica. Con este recurso en tus manos, aprender inglés se transforma en una aventura apasionante, llena de nuevos descubrimientos y experiencias enriquecedoras.

A historical fiction book set in California during the 16th to 19th centuries. Step into the vibrant and tumultuous world of early California in "California Gold," a sweeping historical fiction that captures the spirit of exploration, ambition, and survival against a backdrop of heart-wrenching beauty and conflict. As cultures clash and dreams are forged in the fires of gold fever, the story invites readers on an unforgettable journey through a land shaped by the hands of both settlers and native tribes. "California Gold" masterfully unfolds over centuries, beginning with the Spanish ...

In this fourth part of THE MAN IN THE TENT, Tony returns to Spain to lend a hand at his daughter’s language school, among other things, before an unexpected request results in him accompanying a singular individual to his home not far from the Sahara Desert. Later during a lengthy trip to Britain he catches up with friends and family, before teaming up with his old camping guru Malcolm and hitting the road to the Highlands.

Ianna McClarrin has just embarked on what should be the most exciting time of her life. A beautiful young woman from a a proper English family, she is on her way to France with her father and sister to visit her fiance and his family. The excitement that should accompany such a journey is replaced by dread as she heads towards a future she wishes to take no part in. Left with no alternatives but to follow her father's wishes she resigns herself to an Inevitable fate. Inevitable until their ship is boarded by pirates setting off a chain of events that lead Ianna down a drastically different ...

A historical adventure book set in the Caribbean Sea during the late 17th century. Set amidst the tempestuous waves of the Caribbean, "Betrayal on the Spanish Seas" plunges readers into a world of naval warfare, daring escapades, and unexpected romance. As the iconic Spanish galleon Santa Maria faces the audacious attack of the English ship Venture, commanded by the fearless pirate Sam Chartres, the line between enemy and ally blurs, igniting passion in the midst of chaos. The story begins aboard the Santa Maria as it is ruthlessly assailed by Captain Sam Chartres, a rogue pirate whose ...

Embark on a transformative journey to Spanish fluency with "Learn Spanish In Your Car: 100 Days To Fluency With Comprehensive Lessons, Essential Vocabulary, and Practical Phrases For Adults Seeking Beginner To Intermediate Mastery." Designed for the modern learner who values flexibility and efficiency, this book is your roadmap to mastering Spanish in a way that fits into your busy schedule. Whether you're commuting, running errands, or taking a road trip, turn your car into a classroom and make every moment count towards achieving your language learning goals.

In 1937, Ernest Hemingway traveled to Spain to cover the civil war there for the North American Newspaper Alliance. Three years later he completed the greatest novel to emerge from "the good fight", For Whom the Bell Tolls.

Fourth in the Tales of the Old Wild West series by prolific western author Doyle Trent. In the tradition of the John Wayne classic westerns and legendary television series Gunsmoke and Bonanza. The Wild West. If the elements, rattlers, coyotes, and Indian’s didn’t kill you...the person sitting next to you in the saloon just might...just for the hell of it. This series is presented as self-contained standalone story novels that do not have to be read in any particular order. It gives readers an entertaining glimpse into what individuals from all walks of life encountered as they ...

Quieres ampliar tu vocabulario en inglés casi sin esfuerzo? Entonces sigue escuchando. Está planeando un viaje a los EE. UU. o Inglaterra, o está perfeccionando sus habilidades laborales? Este audiolibro es perfecto para ti. Simplemente presione reproducir cuando esté durmiendo, meditando o haciendo tareas domésticas. Aprenda vocabulario nuevo mientras escucha activamente o pasivamente mientras hace otras cosas.

In December, 2020, forensic scientists at the University of Tokyo confirmed that bones recently excavated by archaeologists in Hirado, Japan, were those of the English adventurer William Adams. The mystery of where, exactly, this man had been buried was finally solved. Now, the final chapter of the life and death of a sailor and samurai who, in so many ways, exemplified the age of Elizabethan exploration can be told. The character John Blackthorne in James Clavell's novel Shogun was based on Adams, but there is much more to the real story. Leaving England in 1598 with a small group of ...

The life of Isabella II, her reign and, above all, the problems of her marriage, are masterfully dealt with in this historical biography. In the course of this story, the reliable historical data -which every biography needs- is complemented, unnoticed by the reader, with journalistic fluency. The historical narrative is based on María Teresa Puga´s doctoral thesis, entitled "The marriage of Isabel II in the politics of her time" which was awarded an "Sobresaliente cum laude" and published by the university. This is a combination of journalistic flair and the solid and abundant ...

The year is 1780 and the American Colonies are in revolt against Britain. Spain entered the conflict as an ally of the rebels in 1779 and seized Baton Rouge from the British, securing the flow of supplies to the western front. Bernardo Gálvez, the Spanish Governor-General of Louisiana has determined to send a reconnaissance force into Florida to prepare for an assault on the British fort at Mobile. Sergeant Diego deMelilla of the Spanish Fixed Regiment of Louisiana has been selected to lead that reconnaissance. Grieving over the recent loss of his beautiful wife, deMelilla is confronted ...

Using a wide array of sources, historian Matthew Restall highlights seven key myths, uncovering the source of the inaccuracies and exploding the fallacies and misconceptions behind each myth. This vividly written and authoritative book shows, for instance, that native Americans did not take the conquistadors for gods and that small numbers of vastly outnumbered Spaniards did not bring down great empires with stunning rapidity. We discover that Columbus was correctly seen in his lifetime - and for decades after - as a briefly fortunate but unexceptional participant in efforts.

Hemingway and Lorca: Blood, Sand, and Duende by Barbara Scott Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Andalusia’s ancient culture with Hemingway and Lorca: Blood, Sand, and Duende by Barbara Scott. This compelling literary study explores how the rich heritage of Southern Spain profoundly shaped the works of Ernest Hemingway and Federico García Lorca, two literary giants born continents apart yet united by the region’s evocative traditions. From the blood and sand of the bullring to the soulful rhythms of gypsy flamenco and the mystical essence of duende, this book reveals how ...

Take your medical Spanish-language skills to the next level! Using the same revolutionary and intuitive method of language learning used in Spanish for the Busy Medical Professional, expand your vocabulary, become more fluent, and learn how to express yourself in any medical situation with confidence.