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The multimillion-copy bestselling author of Wicked offers a magical new twist on Lewis Carroll's classic children's book Alice's Adventures in WonderlandWhen Alice toppled down the rabbit-hole 150 years ago, she found a Wonderland as rife with inconsistent rules and abrasive egos as the world she left behind. But what of that world? How did 1860s Oxford react to Alice's disappearance?In this brilliant new work of fiction, Gregory Maguire turns his dazzling imagination to the question of underworlds, undergrounds, underpinnings?and understandings old and new, offering an inventive spin on Carroll's enduring tale. Ada, a friend of Alice's mentioned briefly in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, is off to visit her friend but arrives a moment too late?and tumbles down the rabbit-hole herself.Ada brings to Wonderland her own imperfect apprehension of cause and effect as she embarks on an odyssey to find Alice and see her safely home from this surreal world below the world. The White Rabbit, the Cheshire Cat, the bloodthirsty Queen of Hearts?droll and imperious as always?interrupt their mad tea party to suggest a conundrum: If Eurydice can ever be returned to the arms of Orpheus, or if Lazarus can be raised from the tomb, perhaps Alice can be returned to life. In any case, everything that happens next is After Alice.

This work is fiction based on a blend of the factual history of mythology mixed with what is not written but known physical evidence. Much of the material is from what we call the cradle of civilization, Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome. There is obvious evidence of an advanced civilization with the carvings and the sculptures in stone, as well as the mythology in the stars, which are still in the sky today. Either the stars in the heavens arranged to match the stories on earth or the stories on earth were inspired by the stars in the heavens.

The book is to give HOPE to anyone and to show that change is not always bad but change can also be good even when we think it is bad.CAROLYN COLE- I am a Mother of 5 children and 14 grandchildren. I have gone to hell, and back in my life, my number one desire is to be pleasing to my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, who has brought me through so many different challenges, hurts, losses, injuries, and so much more. As I reflect back on my life, I know I should not be alive, but it's only by the Grace of God that I am here, so I give all Praise, Honor, and Glory to Jesus!!

Step into a world of enchantment and romance in the captivating Fairytale Regency Romance series, Fabled Love. Explore the lives of daring heroines and honorable heroes as they navigate the intricate dance of love and societal expectations in the Regency era. From humble seamstresses defying class boundaries to scarred lords seeking redemption, each novel weaves a tale of passion, resilience, and the triumph of love over adversity. Come along on a journey through captivating stories where fairytale dreams and historical romance entwine, proving that even in the most rigid of circumstances, true love can flourish against all odds.This collection includes all four books in the Fabled Love series:Book 1: Enchanted by the EarlBook 2: Captivated by the CaptainBook 3: Enticed by Lady EliannaBook 4: Delighted by the DukeFrom Dukes to seamstresses Fabled Love weaves tales of enchantment, and unexpected love as spirited ladies and swoon-worthy heroes find their hearts entangled in Regency England.

Through out the ages story-telling has been a form of entertainment. Whether it be sitting around a fire in a cave, in a tent in the backyard of a house, or camping in the forest, stories were told to capture the imaginations of both the young, and the old. The Romanoff Collection was put together from many of the stories that Romanoff wrote, reminiscing an older generation's master story tellers. From the humorous Daisy, to serious commentary of Chicken Soup, to the ad-lib in Never Ask Why, you'll find his stories drawing you closer to the fire.

What's that sound? What was that flash of scales? Look! Up in the sky! It's a bat! It's a ghost! Oh, Great Goddess with green googly eyes, it's the Great Dragon, Molly Brown! It's time! It's time! The most glorious time of the year! Fall! Halloween! Samhain! And... drum roll, please... The Brown Family Pumpkin Patch Pick-A-Beauty and Win a Jack-O-Lantern for Life Party-stravaganza.This is gonna be the best ev... whoooooooa!What the heck just happened? What was that noise? Is there a perpetrator in my Pumpkin Patch? Was that the sound of a gourd smugglin' son of gun messin' with my babies?Oh, hell no! I am Molly Brown. Hear me roar. Ain't nobody gonna mess with my punkins.With Cleo on my shoulder and my trusty Wand back in the house, this Keeper of the Sacred Pumpkin is on the case. No way, no how is anyone gonna rain on my parade.But if it's who I think it is, he's seriously got some 'splainin' to do.

Volume 7 of The Collected Works of Marie-Louise von Franz turns to Aurora Consurgens - A Document Attributed to Thomas Aquinas on the Problem of Opposites in Alchemy - A Companion Work to C.G. Jung's Mysterium Coniunctionis.

En este práctico libro, el autor explica de forma comprensible y clara los principios según los cuales se utilizan las runas en la teoría de la armonía del feng shui. Aprenderás a influir en los flujos de energía de tu entorno empleando fórmulas rúnicas para promover tus objetivos personales. La obra ofrece una buena visión general de los aspectos más importantes del uso de estas fórmulas y otra más profunda de su funcionamiento y le ayudará a entender las conexiones para que, de tal manera, usted mismo pueda convertirse en un experto a la hora de aplicarlas. Además, está equipada con muchos gráficos, lo que también sirve como una útil guía de referencia.Se tratan, entre otros, los siguientes temas:- Yin y yang- Qi- Interacción de los cinco elementos- El cuadrado Lo-Shu- El método de la brújula- I Ching- 72 fórmulas rúnicas del futhark antiguo- Importancia de la dirección cardinal en la aplicación de las fórmulas- Periodo de realización de las fórmulas rúnicas- Los dichos de las fórmulas- Elementos y fórmulas- Unidades de medida del feng shui- El espejo rúnico

Welsh-language edition of the beautifully illustrated collection of folk tales from Wales

A beautiful collection of famous Irish myths and legends.

One Day Three Autumns was written to preserve the memory of the author's sixth uncle, a talented artist whose paintings were tragically burned after his death. It attempts to bring them back to life in writing, proving that those we love are never truly gone, and that a home is more than what we choose to fill it with.

2020 Foreword INDIES Gold Winner for Multicultural Fiction2020 Mass Book Awards Must Read FictionAn inspired and urgent prose retelling of the Maya myth of creation by acclaimed Latin American author and scholar Ilan Stavans, gorgeously illustrated by Salvadoran folk artist Gabriela Larios and introduced by renowned author, diplomat, and environmental activist Homero Aridjis.

He already took everything from me, but now he's back and won't take no for an answer.In a tale as old as time, a mafia princess fell in love with the wrong boy, or in my case, boys. I am Jasmine Isabella Falcone, and I grew up knowing that I needed to be on my guard from the snakes around me. But, even knowing that, I still fell in love with Angelo Esposito and Dario Lombardi.Crushed and humiliated, I try to move on, but some ghosts are harder to shake. Now, at twenty-three, I am being forced into an arranged marriage where I'll be expected to fulfill my duties as a wife and mother. But I dream of building something different and crave freedom from the shackles of the patriarchy. So I do the only thing I can and run. On my own for the first time on a picturesque country property nestled between Sinhaven and Beastville, I try to rebuild my life.But fate proved that just because you run from your past doesn't mean it won't catch up to you.The fairytales have it wrong. Not every story ends with a knight in shining armor.

In the picturesque backdrop of her rural hometown, Haylee Morgan, a young country girl, stumbles upon Rex Cranston, an initially imposing figure. However, as fate would have it, a twist of events leads Haylee to discover there may be more to Rex than meets the eye. Encouraged by her best friend Alex, Haylee decides to extend a hand of friendship to Rex, and their paths intertwine with increasing frequency.As the sun-drenched days of summer pass by, tender love blossoms between Haylee and Rex, weaving a tapestry of emotions. Yet, Haylee soon realizes that Rex's world is far more complex and intricate than she could have ever imagined. With bated breath, she discovers that Rex harbors a profound secret, concealed from her watchful gaze.Undeterred by the shadows cast upon their relationship, Haylee grapples with her feelings and endeavors to uncover the truth. The ebb and flow of destiny shape their romantic journey, setting the stage for unforeseen twists and turns.Will their love endure the weight of Rex's hidden reality? What trials and tribulations await them on the path they traverse together? Only time will reveal what destiny has scripted for their intertwined hearts.

The insignia of the great Japanese Empire is composed of three treasures... Through this captivating collection of short stories, embark on a literary trip to discover Japan's enigmatic beauty. 50 Greatest Japanese Stories will transport you to the heart of this ancient and mystical region, where the whispers of Japan come alive and the essence of its rich culture and ageless customs are revealed in vivid detail. You'll find yourself in a world where the ordinary and extraordinary collide and where legendary authors like Yei Theodora Ozaki, Lafcadio Hearn, Seki Keigo and others encourage you to explore a mesmerizing and inspirational literary landscape. Prepare to be immersed in the enthralling world of Japanese literature and let your imagination soar.

A woman foretells the death of the man she's destined to love and must defy fate to save him.For centuries, Éireann has traveled alone across Ireland with nothing but visions from Death and a compulsion to warn people of their impending doom. That is, until Death sends her to the English countryside, where she meets Elin, a fellow countryman returning home after fighting in the Napoleonic wars.Both Elin and Éireann are weary of traveling the long road alone and need only reach out to find comfort in each other's company. But when Éireann receives a startling vision of them kissing beneath a yew tree, followed by a dark omen foretelling Elin's demise, a heartbreaking truth is unveiled: he might not live long enough to make the journey home. Or for them to fall in love.Death is playing cruel games with their lives and hearts. But there's a silver lining to seeing his death before it unfolds. If Éireann can stop it before it happens, Elin just might have a chance at love and a life that finally belongs to him. And nothing will stop Éireann from securing their future. Not even Death itself.Follow Me to the Yew Tree is an adult historical romance novella with supernatural and folkloric elements and chronic illness representation that the author shares.

A suit-wearing ogre is pretending to be my boyfriend, and I think I'm falling in love.After being ousted from my small town by an underhanded wedding planner who is also now my ex, I moved to Monsterville for a fresh start. There, I find myself in direct competition with the hottest ogre in town, Raze. He's too cocky and snobby for his own good, and he wears designer suits and ties all the time. I sometimes wonder if he wears them to bed.When my ex shows up in Monsterville, determined to win me back, Raze steps in, offering to pretend he's my boyfriend and business partner. Only when my ex tries to outbid me on a royal fae wedding do I agree. With our combined forces, Raze and I will win the job and send my ex packing. The more time I spend with Raze, however, the more I wish he was my real boyfriend. Can I convince him that an ogre and a human are the perfect monster match?

In Western Ukraine a sparkly spider or spider web is a common Christmas tree ornament. Why might this be? Discover the answer as you share this traditional story. The tale tells of a poor family who would love to decorate their home for Christmas. A chance discovery helps them to grow their own Christmas tree, but how can they make it glitter and shimmer on Christmas Day? Help comes from a very unexpected source. As children listen to this story they will learn and use some of the language that describes the position of things. They will describe and compare sizes and will practise early counting skills.Every year, on December 25th, Christmas Day is a festival celebratedthroughout the world. People exchange gifts, decorate Christmas trees, enjoy family feasts and are amazed by beautiful displays of lights in homesand cities. Many different legends tell of a kindly character who has namesincluding St Nicholas, Santa Claus and Father Christmas. He deliverspresents to children and in many countries is said to travel through the skieson a sleigh pulled by reindeer. Every year, on December 25th, Christmas Day is a festival celebratedthroughout the world. People exchange gifts, decorate Christmas trees, enjoy family feasts and are amazed by beautiful displays of lights in homesand cities. Many different legends tell of a kindly character who has namesincluding St Nicholas, Santa Claus and Father Christmas. He deliverspresents to children and in many countries is said to travel through the skieson a sleigh pulled by reindeer.Christian people celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ on Christmas Day andattend services in churches, singing carols and telling stories of Christ's birth.This special Christian story is called the Nativity.

When a little boy wakes up with a dry throat, the adults around him try remedies that only complicate matters and make the condition worse, ignoring what young readers will see as the obvious solution.

Believing that he loves his beautiful pet bird too much to set it free, a wealthy merchant discovers that animals are sometimes better at learning by example than humans are.

In this humorous tale, a man greedily and impatiently hopes to acquire the skills and senses of an animal but ends up limiting his abilities rather than enhancing them.