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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart had amazing talent at a very young age, forever changing the idea of what a child prodigy was.

Jack McKinley and his friends defeated the Colossus of Rhodes, unearthed the treasures of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, and recovered two of the seven lost Loculi - only to find they'd been betrayed. With Babylon in ruins, Marco on the Massa side, and ancient secrets coming unraveled, the Select don't know who to trust or where to turn. Their G7W powers are growing at a furious pace, their worlds have been turned upside down, and the Massa are hot on their heels. But Jack, Aly, and Cass have no choice but to fight on.

The periodic table is a crowning scientific achievement, but it's also a treasure trove of adventure, greed, betrayal, and obsession. The fascinating tales in The Disappearing Spoon follow elements on the table as they play out their parts in human history, finance, mythology, conflict, the arts, medicine, and the lives of the (frequently) mad scientists who discovered them.

This book details the history of the Ozarks or Tri-State Spook Light. Reaching its peak as a tourist attraction during the mid to late twentieth century, the nightly phenomenon has been drawing the curious to an out-of-the-way spot near the Missouri-Oklahoma border for almost a century. The book also recounts the supernatural legends that purport to explain the strange light, and it chronicles the many scientific and pseudo-scientific investigations into the light's origin. One chapter, called "Close Encounters of the Spooky Kind," relates experiences involving the light that various people...

A collection of enchanting princess fairy tales to take your child on a journey with fairies, animals and magic. Written in simple English language, each fairy tale has a beautiful end that makes it ideal for reading aloud to kids for story time and bedtime. The book is filled with vibrant and captivating illustrations, which will attract the attention of your child.

Seth and his talking cat Nightshade arrive in the magical town of Gramichee to gain an apprenticeship: he's finally read to qualify as a magician. But he soon discovers that the existing apprentices are under attack at the town's Scrumdiddlyumptious Cafe, which is far more deadly than it is delightful. Seth's got his hands full, as usual. Can he pass his exams, discover who's murdering the apprentices and stop them before they strike again?

Bestselling author and Magnolia cofounder Joanna Gaines welcomes you on an imaginative adventure through nature’s small surprises and invites you and your kids to be curious, slow down, and take in everyday wonders. Inspired by Joanna’s young son’s insistence to “look up!” and the shift to a slower perspective she enjoyed after having her last child, this book shares the delight of taking a friend by the hand, getting your boots muddy, and discovering the secrets just waiting to be uncovered.

Lisa Gungor thought she knew her own story: small-town girl meets boy in college and they blissfully walk down the aisle into happily ever after. Their Christian faith was their lens and foundation for everything - their marriage, their music, their dreams for the future. But as their dreams began to come true, she began to wonder if her religion was really representative of the "good news" she had been taught.

Echoing the lyricism of Leonard Cohen and the lighthearted poignance of Anne Lamott, Suspended by No String is a thought-provoking anthology of spiritual reflections that will inspire listeners to reclaim their childlike sense of wonder. Suspended by No String is a collection of essays, personal narrative, and poetical reflections for listeners of all spiritual stripes—those who are devout, those who aren't sure what to believe, and those who may not be religious in a traditional sense but who nevertheless want to build a relationship with a force infinitely beyond themselves.

One Hit Wonders of the 60's and 70's together in one volume. Almost 1000 One Hit Wonders of those choice decades brought direct to you in eBook format. YES! We said almost ONE THOUSAND! Facts, chart positions, and crazy trivia of the songs we love and hate. Every one holds its own unique story, and some have as much drama as a Hollywood adventure movie. The complete stats/trivia for the One Hit Wonders will make you listen to your favorite songs in a whole new light. Why accept lesser volumes that just list the top 100 songs? With information taken from Official Music Charts all over the ...

Kindle the Unseen: Discover the Resilient Spirit of the Huguenots In Times of Darkness, the Brightest Flames of Faith Are Kindled Have you ever pondered how, in the direst epochs of religious persecution, certain communities not only survive but spiritually thrive? "Flames of Faith: The Huguenot Spirit in the Face of Adversity" dives deep into this phenomenon through the lens of the Huguenots during one of history's darkest periods.Envision a World Wrapped in Peril Yet Radiating with an Unshakable Strength This isn't merely a recount of history; it's an exploration into how, amidst looming ...

What do we learn from St. Joseph? Saint Joseph teaches us virtue, especially practicing patience and silence, which is very hard to do. Saint Joseph is always calm, always peaceful. He is a great model for interior life. He was in a constant state of communion with God, something we should all imitate. His work was his prayer and his prayer was his work. St. Joseph is a powerful patron. He is, as John Paul II called him, the Guardian of the Redeemer. He humbly accepted his role as guardian, husband and father in the Holy Family. Therefore, St. Joseph’s intercession has been sought for ...

Can a promise made as kids bring them back together as adults? In this Nantucket-set beach listen, “master of the genre” (Midwest Book Review) Courtney Walsh delivers a sparkling inspirational romance about first love and second chances.

The Mosquito was probably World War II's most versatile combat aircraft. This book contains hundreds of firsthand accounts from many of the two-man crews who flew in them; pilots and navigators. It portrays the dramatic experiences of flying in its many roles as pathfinder, night fighter, reconnaissance aircraft, precision bombing, and low-level ground attack aircraft. It describes many of the RAF's most audacious raids on prime, but difficult, targets where carpet bombing by heavy bombers was likely to be ineffective and cause unnecessary casualties to civilians.

The Sun gives life to our planet, but it also produces some amazing phenomena. From sun dogs and green flash to solar flares and sunspots, The Science Behind Wonders of the Sun looks at some of these phenomena, explaining how and why they occur.

Awestruck serves as a guide to help you tap into the powerful, life-changing benefits of awe. Beginning with a comprehensive explanation of the emotion, Jonah Paquette introduces us to the power of awe and how it can help alleviate struggles in our modern life, including stress, social isolation, and time pressure. Continuing with over 60 practices, this book provides an accessible and tangible path to bring more wonder into your everyday life.

You don't have to look very hard at Drew Silver to see that mistakes have been made. His fleeting fame as the drummer for is nearly a decade behind him. He lives in an apartment building filled almost exclusively with divorced men like him, and makes a living playing in wedding bands. And his Princeton-bound teenage daughter, Casey, has just confided in him that she's pregnant - because Silver is the one she cares least about letting down. So when he learns that his heart requires emergency surgery, Silver makes the radical decision to refuse the operation, choosing instead to use what time he has left to repair his relationship with Casey.

The Mystery of the Hanging Garden of Babylon is an exciting story of detection involving legends, expert decipherment of ancient texts, and a vivid description of a little-known civilization. Recognized in ancient times as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the legendary Hanging Garden of Babylon and its location still remains a mystery steeped in shadow and puzzling myths. In this remarkable volume Stephanie Dalley, a world expert on ancient Babylonian language, gathers for the first time all the material on this enigmatic World Wonder.

Dark hollows form deep underground. Caves create underground rooms of discovery. Listen to Caves to find out the mysteries hidden inside these landforms.

Embark on a journey into the enchanting world of textiles with "Warp and Weft Wonders," your comprehensive guide to the timeless craft of weaving. Whether you're a novice entranced by the rhythm of the loom, or a seasoned weaver seeking to broaden your tapestry of skills, this cutting-edge eBook ushers you into a haven of creativity and innovation in the art of interlacing threads. Dive into 'Discovering the Loom,' the first chapter, which seamlessly introduces you to the essential weaving tools, setting the stage for a flourishing weaving practice. Greet each chapter with anticipation as ...