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"I had not the slightest idea of the depth of suffering in the human heart, until I became a slave." Solomon Northups Twelve Years a Slave is one of the most powerful autobiographies ever writtena harrowing and deeply moving true story of endurance, injustice, and ultimate redemption.Born a free Black man in New York, Solomon Northup was kidnapped in 1841 and sold into slavery in the Deep South. For twelve long years, he endured the brutality of bondage on Louisiana plantations before finally regaining his freedom. His detailed account exposes the cruelty, dehumanization, and moral horror of slavery, while also illuminating the strength, intelligence, and faith that sustained him through unimaginable suffering.First published in 1853, this extraordinary memoir became a vital document in the fight against slavery, standing alongside the works of Frederick Douglass as a cornerstone of American history and literature.With honesty, dignity, and poetic precision, Northups narrative transcends its time, reminding us that the pursuit of justice and equality is both eternal and essential.A story of unimaginable loss and unbreakable spirit, Twelve Years a Slave remains a timeless testament to the resilience of the human soul. Click Buy Now to read Twelve Years a SlaveSolomon Northups unforgettable true story of courage, faith, and freedom.

Uma história de amor irresistível e caótica sobre o desejo devastador por algo sem promessas.Aos 24 anos, Hera é uma pessoa cheia de potencial desperdiçado. Para ela, o futuro não passa de um exercíc

Cuando una voz interior susurra "Si querés viajar, ¿por qué no lo hacés?", la protagonista cambia para siempre: deja el banco, escucha las señales y abre un camino hecho de montañas, rutas y decisiones valientes. Entre Bariloche, Lago Puelo, Machu Picchu y el Desierto de Atacama, esta memoria intima trenza viajes externos con un viaje interior: sanar la historia familiar, abrazar el yoga y las constelaciones, y convertir el miedo en aliado. Con mirada honesta y luminosa, el libro invita a reconocer las pistas que la vida deja a cada paso y a diseñar un presente mas autentico. Una bitacora emocional y paisajistica que anima a cumplir sueños hoy.

Três personagens, três identidades, três pontos. O que pode haver em comum entre um estudante universitário que sai de São Paulo para um intercâmbio, um homem de 30 e poucos anos que odeia seu trabal

"Fifteen men on the dead mans chestyo-ho-ho, and a bottle of rum!" Robert Louis Stevensons Treasure Island is the ultimate tale of adventure, danger, and discoverya thrilling journey that has captured readers imaginations for more than a century.When young Jim Hawkins discovers a mysterious map hidden in a sea chest, he sets out on an unforgettable voyage to find buried treasure. But aboard the Hispaniola lurk treacherous mutineers, led by the cunning and charismatic Long John Silverone of literatures most iconic pirates.From the quiet English seaside to the wild shores of a distant island, Treasure Island is a story of bravery, betrayal, and the search for destiny. Stevensons vivid storytelling brings to life sword fights, ship battles, and moral tests, making it a masterpiece of adventure fiction.More than just a pirate story, this novel is a coming-of-age journey filled with timeless lessons about courage, trust, and the allureand dangerof greed.A cornerstone of classic literature, Treasure Island continues to inspire countless films, adaptations, and readers of all ages who yearn for the thrill of discovery and the call of the open sea. Click Buy Now to set sail with Treasure IslandRobert Louis Stevensons legendary adventure of treasure, treachery, and triumph.

Hablo con mucha gente que ha sido arrancada del lugar asignado por la vida, y todos quieren volver alguna vez; los primeros recuerdos se graban y se esculpen en la memoria, y los pasadizos por los que nos movemos estan tapizados con las imagenes de esa primera epoca, cuando permaneciamos, cuando aun no sabiamos que ibamos a irnos.A traves de recuerdos personales y memorias ajenas rescatadas de archivos polvorientos, los personajes de Tormenta de polvo fino transitan dos siglos de la historia de España, desde la guerra de la Independencia hasta nuestros dias. Entre la expectativa, la incertidumbre y el desencanto, un afrancesado entiende que el progreso solo puede provenir de las fuerzas extranjeras, una familia española llega de las colonias de ultramar, una actriz es traicionada por su epoca y un profesor lucha en la Guerra Civil en el bando que termina coartando su destino. Historias que revelan los vaivenes de un pais convulso. Con una mirada critica hacia la politica y el poder, un estilo depurado y un lenguaje preciso, Carlos Fortea reflexiona sobre el modo en que elpasado condiciona el presente y si recordar es, acaso, una forma de comprender. Carlos Fortea es un autentico hombre de letras. Ha recorrido todos los ambitos y en todos ha tenido exito y reconocimiento critico. Nueva TribunaFortea es escritor, traductor y profesor, [] estas actividades se alimentan las unas de las otras hasta crear, tal vez, una unica realidad. Zenda

Adéntrate en el mundo encantado de Jacob y Wilhelm Grimm, los maestros eternos del cuento popular.Esta colección completa reúne todos los relatos recopilados por los Hermanos Grimm — una antología má

¿Cómo es posible escribir la vida entera de uno a través de su currículum? Con ironía y originalidad, Violeta Niebla apunta al corazón del siglo XXI: el trabajo precario. En permanente búsqueda de trabajo, la escritora Violeta Niebla se sienta a repasar su vida laboral y se da cuenta de que esa lista de ocupaciones relata su vida entera. Una narracion desde el yo que recuerda a la novela picaresca y engarza recuerdos reales e inventados organizandolos bajo los epigrafes de un curriculum al uso que miente todo el rato para decir la verdad. Ecos de David Sedaris fundidos con el humor y la ternura de Alison Bechdel.

Tras Antracia y One Big Union, Valerio Evangelisti nos ofrece un nuevo título de su Trilogía Americana, novelas para los amantes de la historia y las aventuras.Esta es la historia del ascenso de Eddie Lombardo, un italoamericano, en las filas del submundo criminal que pugna con los sindicatos por hacerse con el control de los puertos estadounidenses, entre las decadas de 1930 y 1950. Tras iniciarse primero como chivato y mas tarde como lider sindical, Lombardo dio el gran salto gracias a su absoluta falta de escrupulos. Hombre cobarde y al tiempo tremendamente astuto, capaz de cualquier forma de crueldad, Lombardo es un ganster que destruye todo a su paso, incluyendo a sus familiares y a las mujeres con las que se relaciona. Asi, se convirtio en una figura publica respetada, ocupando puestos destacados en la Anonima Assassini, una organizacion de sicarios al servicio de la Cosa Nostra.Tras Antracia y One Big Union, Valerio Evangelisti nos ofrece un nuevo titulo de su Trilogia Americana, novelas para los amantes de la historia y las aventuras.

La transición española como nunca se la han contado: a través de las vivencias y la escritura alucinada de una adolescente que despierta al mundo adulto.«Dios no quiere que escriba esta novela», dice

"What is the meaning of life? That was alla simple question." Virginia Woolfs To the Lighthouse is one of the most beautiful and profound novels of the 20th centurya masterpiece of modernist fiction, introspection, and emotional truth.Set on the Isle of Skye in the Hebrides, the novel unfolds around the Ramsay family and their guests during two visits to their summer home, years apart. Beneath its quiet domestic scenes, Woolf crafts a luminous exploration of love, art, time, and the fleeting nature of existence.Told through shifting perspectives and poetic stream-of-consciousness narration, To the Lighthouse reveals the unspoken thoughts, desires, and fears that connectand divideits characters. Through the eyes of Mrs. Ramsay, the compassionate matriarch; Mr. Ramsay, the restless philosopher; and Lily Briscoe, the artist struggling to capture beauty and meaning, Woolf weaves a meditation on the passage of time and the impermanence of life.A work of extraordinary depth and lyricism, To the Lighthouse is not just a storyit is an experience of memory, art, and the inner landscapes of the soul. Click Buy Now to experience Virginia Woolfs To the Lighthousea timeless masterpiece of introspection, beauty, and the quiet power of human connection.

El peso de los secretos. La culpa. La búsqueda de redención.Con su carga de cicatrices emocionales, Alba y Ángel viven en París su reinvención, su progresión emocional y evolución personal —convertid

"We agreed that we were overworked and needed a resta week on the river seemed the perfect cure." Jerome K. Jeromes Three Men in a Boat is one of the funniest and most enduring comedies in English literaturea joyful, witty, and absurd tale of friendship, leisure, and lifes simple pleasures.The novel follows three friendsJ., George, and Harrisand their dog, Montmorency, as they embark on a boating holiday up the River Thames. What begins as a peaceful escape quickly turns into a series of laugh-out-loud misadventures involving lost supplies, unpredictable weather, disastrous cooking, and endless human folly.Beneath its humor, Jeromes classic is also a gentle reflection on the absurdities of modern life, the charm of the English countryside, and the eternal search for relaxation in a chaotic world. His sharp wit, playful storytelling, and affection for his characters make Three Men in a Boat a timeless delight for readers of all ages.Still as fresh and funny today as it was in 1889, this beloved novel is a celebration of friendship, nature, and the wonderfully ridiculous side of being human. Click Buy Now to join the unforgettable journey up the Thamesand discover why Three Men in a Boat remains one of the most beloved comic adventures of all time.

He imagined atomic bombs decades before they became reality. H. G. Wellss The World Set Free is one of the most prophetic works in all of science fictiona stunning vision of technological triumph and moral catastrophe written long before the dawn of the nuclear age.Published in 1914, this astonishing novel foretells the discovery of atomic energy and its use as a weapon capable of reshaping civilization. Wells envisions a world torn apart by global warfare, where cities are destroyed by "atomic bombs" that burn endlessly. Yet from this devastation emerges the possibility of a new world orderone built on cooperation, peace, and reason.Through this powerful and unsettling narrative, Wells explores themes of science, responsibility, and the moral cost of progress. His portrayal of scientists as both creators and destroyers remains strikingly relevant in an age still grappling with technological ethics.Both a warning and a hope, The World Set Free combines thrilling storytelling with profound foresight, proving why H. G. Wells is hailed as the father of modern science fiction. Click Buy Now to experience Wellss extraordinary vision of atomic power, destruction, and the fragile dream of a better world.

"Theres no place like home." L. Frank Baums The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is one of the most enchanting and enduring classics in childrens literaturea story of adventure, imagination, and the universal search for courage, wisdom, and belonging.When Dorothy Gale and her little dog Toto are swept away by a Kansas tornado, they find themselves in the dazzling land of Oz. Determined to return home, Dorothy sets out along the Yellow Brick Road, where she meets the Scarecrow who longs for a brain, the Tin Woodman who desires a heart, and the Cowardly Lion who seeks courage. Together, they journey to the Emerald City to seek help from the mysterious Wizard of Ozand discover that the power they seek has been within them all along.Filled with unforgettable characters, moral lessons, and sparkling imagination, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz has delighted readers for over a century. Baums vivid storytelling and timeless message about friendship, self-belief, and the magic of home make this a masterpiece for both children and adults alike.A cornerstone of fantasy literature, this beloved classic continues to inspire films, musicals, and generations of dreamers. Click Buy Now to follow Dorothy down the Yellow Brick Road in The Wonderful Wizard of Oza story of wonder, courage, and the hearts true home.

When a young girl named Dorothy and her dog Toto are swept away by a powerful cyclone, they find themselves in the dazzling yet mysterious Land of Oz. Determined to return home to Kansas, Dorothy embarks on a perilous journey along the Yellow Brick Road, joined by the Scarecrow who longs for a brain, the Tin Woodman in search of a heart, and the Cowardly Lion who yearns for courage.With The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, L. Frank Baum introduces readers to a world of wonder and imagination that has captivated generations. This first adventure in the Oz series blends humor, fantasy, and timeless wisdom in a story that celebrates friendship, bravery, and the enduring belief that there is no place like home.

"This is the story of what a Womans patience can endure, and what a Mans resolution can achieve." Wilkie Collinss The Woman in White is one of the first and greatest mystery novels ever writtena spellbinding blend of romance, suspense, and psychological intrigue that forever changed the landscape of detective fiction.The story begins on a moonlit road outside London, where Walter Hartright, a young drawing master, encounters a mysterious woman dressed entirely in whiteterrified, lost, and hiding a dark secret. Soon after, he becomes entangled in a chilling web of lies, love, and conspiracy involving the gentle Laura Fairlie, her sinister husband Sir Percival Glyde, and the cunning villain Count Fosco, one of literatures most fascinating antagonists.Told through multiple narrators, The Woman in White is a masterpiece of atmosphere, suspense, and emotional depth. Collins combines gothic tension with sharp social commentary, creating a story that questions identity, truth, and the limits of justice in Victorian society.A landmark in the history of crime fiction, The Woman in White remains as thrilling and immersive today as when it first captivated readers in 1860. Click Buy Now to uncover The Woman in WhiteWilkie Collinss timeless masterpiece of mystery, love, and deception.

A desperate fathers Christmas promise sparks a wild Finnish road trip involving an antique sofa, unexpected passengers and danger A darkly humorous and warmly touching suspense novel about friendship, love and death, The Winter Job flies at 120 kilometres an hour straight into the darkest heart of a Finnish winter night. `Another wonderfully lean slice of European noir by one of its finest exponents. As darkly fun as any Coen brothers offering Vaseem Khan`The king of the humorous crime caper Abir Mukherjee`It may seem hard to find good comic crime-writers, but clearly we havent been looking in Finland TelegraphThe NEW standalone darkly funny, poignant and uber-tense thriller from The funniest writer in Europe (The Times) Fargo meets Carl Hiassen and Fredrik Backman via the Coen Brothers____Sofas, secrets and a snowbound road to troubleHelsinki, 1982. Recently divorced postal worker Ilmari Nieminen has promised his daughter a piano for Christmas, but with six days to go and no money hes desperate.A last-minute job offers a solution: transport a valuable antique sofa to Kilpisjarvi, the northernmost town in Finland.With the sofa secured in the back of his van, Ilmari stops at a gas station, and an old friend turns up, offering to fix his faulty wipers, on the condition that he tags along. Soon after, a persistent Saab 96 appears in the rearview mirror. And then a bright-yellow Lada.Thats when Ilmari realises that he is transporting something truly special.And thats when Ilmari realises he might be in serious troubleA darkly funny and unexpectedly moving thriller about friendship, love and death The Winter Job tears through the frozen landscape of northern Finland in a beat-up van with bad steering, worse timing, and everything to lose________Praise for Antti Tuomainen`Humour drier than a desert snakes belly Ian Moore`You dont expect to laugh when youre reading about terrible crimes, but thats what youll do when you pick up one of Tuomainens decidedly quirky thrillers New York Times `Deftly plotted, poignant and perceptive in its wry reflections and very funny Irish Times`Laconic, thrilling and warmly human Christopher Brookmyre`Right up there with the best Times Literary Supplement`Finlands greatest export M.J. Arlidge`A refreshing change from the decidedly gloomier crime fiction for which Scandinavia is known Publishers Weekly`Fresh and witty Chris Ewan`Charming, funny and clever Literary Review`Thrilling and hilarious Liz Nugent`A delight from start to finish Big Issue`Tuomainen has a talent for creating offbeat characters that you cant help rooting for Guardian

Yara leads a double life: at school, she is a normal girl with annoying half-brothers and a passion for playing the piano. But in reality, she is a princess of the seaa mermaid, hidden from the human world.No one knows her secret, not even her best friend.When one day her two lives collide, it is Nuri, the mysterious town heartthrob, who crosses her path.Reluctantly, she lets him in on her secretand realizes that their worlds are more closely connected than she thought.Between ancient myths, a fight for survival, and a love that cannot be, Yara must decide: human or sea?

"I am made and remade continually. Different people draw different words from me." Virginia Woolfs The Waves is her most daring and lyrical novela profound meditation on identity, time, and the unity of human experience. Written in rhythmic, poetic prose, it stands as one of the greatest achievements of literary modernism.The novel traces the intertwined lives of six friendsBernard, Neville, Louis, Jinny, Susan, and Rhoda from childhood to old age, capturing their innermost thoughts in a series of soliloquies that ebb and flow like the tide. Between their voices, Woolf inserts lyrical passages describing the rising and setting of the sun, symbolizing the cycles of nature and life itself.In this symphony of language, Woolf transforms consciousness into art. The Waves is not about events but about beingthe passage of time, the fluidity of identity, and the shared moments that unite us even in solitude.A poetic masterpiece of emotional depth and philosophical insight, The Waves invites readers to immerse themselves in its music of thought and feeling, discovering new meanings with every page. Click Buy Now to experience Virginia Woolfs The Wavesa timeless work of beauty, rhythm, and the eternal flow of life and self.