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Seneca the Younger was a playwright, essayist, lecturer (and tutor to the emperor Nero) who remains one of the most important Stoic philosophers. Emphasizing both theory and practical advice, Seneca's writing is perfectly suited to contemporary readers. He articulated the difficulties of living ethically and influenced many writers, including Marcus Aurelius, Michel de Montaigne, Dante Alighieri, Tertullian, Baruch Spinoza, and Edmund Burke.

When her family becomes impoverished after a disastrous financial speculation, Agnes Grey determines to find work as a governess in order to contribute to their meager income and assert her independence. But Agnes's enthusiasm is swiftly extinguished as she struggles first with the unmanageable Bloomfield children and then with the painful disdain of the haughty Murray family; the only kindness she receives comes from Mr. Weston, the sober young curate. Anne Brontë's first novel, which draws on her own experiences, offers a compelling personal perspective on the desperate position of unmarried, educated women for whom becoming a governess was the only respectable career open to them in Victorian society.

When you least expect it, something special will get your attention. Your alien will be back. He will invite you over for a play date. In this heartwarming sequel to the critically acclaimed Your Alien, it's the human boy's turn to visit the extraterrestrial's home planet--and to feel like an outsider. But with a little help from his very best friend in the whole universe, our young hero finds a way to fit in.

What is so great about having your birthday party on the moon? For starters, you can ride in a rocket with your friends and eat cake upside down. Your friends can celebrate with you for a whole month, which is only one day on the moon! Young partygoers can bounce and glide in a low-gravity playground. And any "moon angels" that you make will last for thousands of years. This entertaining adventure includes sidebars, a glossary, a selected bibliography, and suggestions for further reading. If You Had Your Birthday Party on the Moon is perfect for sharing at home and at school.

This full-color 192-page sticker book features hundreds of stickers in the wild, California-infused aesthetic of the design collective Friends of Type. As catchy as a hit pop tune, and brimming with positivity, the over 600 stickers in this collection feature slogans, puns, design-forward word play and good old-fashioned style, sure to delight and amaze.

The Bush family's political resume is unequaled in US history: one senator, two governors, one vice president, and two presidents, all whom have helped shape the nation for decades. The Bushes have long lived in front of the camera, but never has a photographic book focused on the stories and achievements of the three generations of the family's women who came of age in the public eye: Barbara Pierce Bush; Laura Welch Bush; and twins Barbara Bush Coyne and Jenna Bush Hager. In this stunning, collectible volume, their inspiring journeys--from childhood to the White House and beyond--are brought to life. It features more than 150 photographs, quotes, and highlights from notable speeches, and is punctuated by insightful commentary from award-winning Washington journalist and author Elaine S. Povich.

In Italian cuisine, there is an entire category of smaller bites--spuntini--meant to be enjoyed at in-between meal moments of the day. This book by Italian food expert Anna Francese Gass introduces the American audience to the complete range of spuntini culture, with recipes drawn from all across the country. She shares recipes for spuntini di meta mattina (mid-morning snacks); merenda, the cherished after-school treat for children (and adults); and aperitivi, early-evening bites meant to be enjoyed with drinks. Also included is a chapter of delicacies from Italy's robust culture of street food. Studded with gorgeous photography, this book will elevate your snacking game to the Italian ideal.

Tennessee Russo is having a really bad day. He found out his boyfriend has been cheating on him, and his estranged father, Henry, shows up out of the blue acting like nothing is wrong. A famous reality show archeologist, Henry wants Tennessee to join him as he searches for the rings of the Sacred Band of Thebes. The Sacred Band of Thebes was a fearsome army comprised of 150 gay couples in ancient Greece. Can Tennessee pass up the chance to show the world that not only have queer people been here forever, but that they were respected, and they were formidable?

This heartwarming, beautifully written middle-grade historicalnovel about an untold American frontier story is destined to be a cherished classic. North Dakota, 1905 After fleeing persecution in the Russian Empire, eleven-year-old Shoshana and her family, Jewish immigrants, start a new life on the prairie. Shoshana takes fierce joy in the wild beauty of the plains and the thrill of forging a new, American identity. But it's not as simple for her older sister, Libke, who misses their Ukrainian village and doesn't pick up English as quickly or make new friends as easily. Desperate to fit in, Shoshana finds herself hiding her Jewish identity in the face of prejudice, just as Libke insists they preserve it. For the first time, Shoshana is at odds with her beloved sister, and has to look deep inside herself to realize that her family's difference is their greatest strength. By listening to the music that's lived in her heart all along, Shoshana finds new meaning in the Jewish expression all beginnings are difficult, as well as in the resilience and traditions her people have brought all the way to the North Dakota prairie.

When Harriet Beecher Stowe was introduced to Abraham Lincoln in 1862, the president reportedly said, "So this is the little woman who made this great war." Apocryphal or not, the words were apt. Uncle Tom's Cabin's portrayal of the evils of institutionalized slavery galvanized the American public to new abolitionist heights and today remains a crucial literary artifact in a country still wrestling with the legacies of its past.

Featured in these pages are Edgar Allan Poe's best-loved and most-feared literary creations: the clever C. August Dupin, precursor to Sherlock Holmes; the terrifying ghouls of "Tales of the Grotesque" and "Arabesque"; as well as the tragic sensibilities of "The Raven and Other Poems." This is an essential treasury for Poe novices and experts alike.

This new edition of Grim and Bear It features an exclusive teaser chapter from A Rebel Without Claws, the first book in Juliette Cross's brand new Southern Charm series! Not even Death can take her from him. Clara Savoie knows Henry Blackwater is practically in love with her. But for some strange reason, the broody grim won't ask her out on a date. Taking matters into her own hands, Clara shows up on Henry's doorstep with an offer he can't refuse. Now he's the newest member of the High Tea Book Club. As Henry falls under Clara's effervescent spell, he shows her what commitment from a necromancer truly means. But the dark secrets of Henry's past won't stay away forever. When his father is arrested for murder, Henry is dragged back into the nightmare he's been avoiding all his life--one that puts both him and Clara at risk. Henry can't imagine a life without Clara. But to keep her safe, he just might have to . . .

"Violet Savoie has a plan. A dream, rather: to open her own tattoo shop, catering to supernaturals and specializing in permanent charms. As a powerful Seer, she has the potent magic needed to cast every kind of spell... except the kind her friend and business partner, Nico, needs in the worst way. Even Violet can't help this werewolf control his beastly side. Ever since their first (and only) sizzling encounter on New Year's Eve two years earlier, Nico Cruz has been dying to get his hands--and his tongue--back on Violet's body. He knows a firecracker like Violet can't be courted in the usual way. And Nico has no scruples about misbehaving to get what he wants. But when his former pack roams into town, Nico's focus shifts to the threat venturing into his territory. The intruders are about to regret setting foot in New Orleans. And when Violet goes missing, no charm or spell can keep Nico's wolf at bay... "--

May the teachings in this book help you walk wakefully as you find your way back home. Every one of us experiences periods of pain and loss in our life--dark nights of the soul. This is a groundless territory where one feels directionless and devoid of tools, with no sense of how to take the next step. In ancient times, elders guided their communities through life's initiations and challenges, paths we must all take to transform and grow. In Walking through Darkness, legendary shamanic experts Sandra Ingerman and Llyn Roberts help us forge a pathway through the dark--as we embrace nature as our guide and healer. Sandra and Llyn share metaphorical stories that engage animals, plants, trees, and other aspects of nature. Through the feminine process of circular joint storytelling, they weave the rich tales of their own experiences alongside wisdom that they have gathered for years from their own studies, as well as from healers around the globe. Through teachings from the land, the sky, the sea, and the spiritual world, this sensitive and empowering guide opens us to our spiritual light so that we can face our greatest challenges with courage and love--no matter what they are.

""It seems fate has dealt me the same hand again. I know how to play it." A new king is on the throne and the rebellion lies in ruins. Keera spends her days drinking and her nights avoiding the strange dreams that have haunted her since she returned from the capital. Keera's family in Myrelinth won't let her go without a fight. With new intelligence about the magical seals left behind by Keera's ancient kin, the Light Fae, she rallies to face her demons and unleash the formidable powers she inherited from her people. But a shocking truth is hiding in plain sight, one with the power to unravel the entire rebellion."--

Mrs. Darling dozes in the nursery as her children sleep. Suddenly, the window bursts open, and Peter Pan, the boy who refuses to grow up, flies in. Seeing a grown-up in the room, he gnashes his perfect set of pearly baby teeth at her. The children's nurse, Nana, a Newfoundland dog, gallops in and chases the boy out the window, slamming it shut with her paws. Peter escapes just in time, but his shadow is not so lucky. Now it is trapped in the nursery, and everyone knows he will come back for it. When he does, Wendy, John, and Michael will begin the greatest adventure any siblings have ever had. Peter whisks the children off to Neverland to meet the Lost Boys, Tinker Bell the fairy, and Princess Tiger Lily. Together, they wage fierce battles against the evil Captain Hook and his dreaded band of ruthless pirates, whose only goal in life, it seems, is to destroy Peter and his friends.

Astrology is a powerful tool for self-development, and it offers fascinating insights when applied to sexuality. Author Amina Sutter is an astrologer, and Amal Tahir is a sexual and relationship coach: with their combined expertise, they offer the essential tools to help anyone blossom into a fully realized, passionate person. What ignites interest inside the bedroom and outside of it? How can the major features of a natal chart be used to fuel sexual curiosity? What toys will work best? This is an exciting, warm, and personal book that presents the sexual journey as an empowering and creative endeavor.

A pitch-perfect exploration of modern married life, Jessica Saunders's deliciously readable novel embraces the truth that some old flames can't be snuffed out, no matter how many years go by. Rachel Miller is a lawyer and mother of two who's just as comfortable in a courtroom as she is on the sidelines of a soccer field. Sure, her marriage is on autopilot, her parents are overly involved, and the other suburban moms are just a little bit catty. But if you ask Rachel, life is good. That is until her world is upended when racy photos of her and her high school boyfriend, the famous actor Jack Bellow--along with his love letters to her--are published in a tabloid, unexpectedly thrusting Rachel into the spotlight. This newfound attention calls into question her marriage, her career, and her superstar ex. Betrayed by someone she trusted and reunited with the man she tried so hard to forget, Rachel must ask herself, "How did I get here? And what do I really want?"

A little boy meets a stranded alien child and the two instantly strike up a fabulous friendship. They go to school, explore the neighborhood, and have lots of fun all day. However, when bedtime rolls around, the little boy must comfort his homesick new friend. This funny, heartwarming story proves that friends and family are the most important things in the universe . . . no matter who or where you are.

Dr. Victor Frankenstein never considers the consequences of his obsession. In his zeal to understand and harness the secret of life, he neglects his family and friends, isolates himself from the world, and ignores his own health. For years, he labors to create a new race of intelligent beings. He spends his nights scrounging human and animal body parts from graveyards, slaughterhouses, and hospital dissection rooms. By day he experiments in his secret laboratory, learning from his mistakes and perfecting the creature who, he believes, will worship him as a god. But this hubris is not his only sin. When he succeeds, Frankenstein is horrified by the ugly brutishness of the patchwork being he has brought to life. Rather than exult in his accomplishment, he runs from it, retreating to the comfort of long-neglected friends and family. Frankenstein has, indeed, created a monster. Not by reanimating dead flesh but by abandoning his creation and planting within it the seeds of rage and loneliness. Now, the monster is out for revenge.