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Born out of violence and the aspirations of its early settlers, the United States of America has become one of the world's most powerful nations. This audiobook begins in colonial America as the first Europeans arrived, lured by the promise of financial profit, driven by religious piety, and accompanied by diseases that would ravage the native populations. Woven through this richly crafted study of America's shifting social and political landscapes are the multiple perspectives of the nation's history, helping to define the United States at the dawn of a new century.

What's the best political system? What standards should we use to decide, and why? Arguments for Liberty is a guide to thinking about these questions. Two schools of thought have long dominated libertarian discussions about ethics: utilitarianism and natural rights. Those two theories are important, but they're not the only ways people think about ethics and political philosophy. In Arguments for Liberty, you'll find a broader approach to libertarianism.

The solar system has fallen, and the galaxy awaits. The Sol system has now gained admission to galactic society, a junior member held in little esteem, with obligations mounting. Emma and Anna seek to hold their society together as they come into new conflict with the Scythe, find new SCIENCE that needs doing, and establish themselves as a force in galactic politics. The threats and opportunities surrounding them have never been so great, and the answers to some long unanswered questions will finally reveal themselves.

Morag Murray works for the secret government organization responsible for making sure the apocalypse goes as smoothly and as quietly as possible. In her first week on the job, Morag has to hunt down a man-eating starfish, solve a supernatural murder, and, if she's got time, prevent her own inevitable death.

Have you ever wondered what was going on through a person’s head? Have you ever wondered if your date was truly into you? How to Analyze People is the key to taking the lead in every social situation, improving your relationships, and making a better impression on anyone you meet....Learning to analyze human body language or human behavior is an excellent way to answer those questions. This book is a tool for people who want to be more aware of their body language, as well to learn verbal and nonverbal communication.

People in resilient relationships are co-owners, experience reciprocity, and are better prepared to meet challenges authentically and effectively. This invaluable sequel to the best-selling Irrelationship reviews the concept created by the authors and develops the DREAM Sequence, a tool for couples to address the perennial issues facing relationships, striving for meaningful connection, and maintaining intimacy, which results in the desired goal of “relationship sanity”.

Emma awoke in a broken Earth, but now rules over much of one restored. The restoration of the planet has left old nations broken and scattered and allowed those hungry for power to rise up. New advances will offer Emma all-new ways to abuse her power, and deadly foes pose the temptation to do just that.

Three audiobooks in one: Intermittent Fasting, Intermittent Fasting for Women, and Lectin Free Cookbook....

Why does everything always go wrong at the same time? Danielle and Patricia's idyllic walk in the countryside comes to an abrupt end, when they find a corpse hanging from a chestnut tree. Danielle’s investigation uncovers related suspicious deaths and disappearances. There’s little respite at home, as their best friend Marjorie is distraught. The town’s immersed in gossip at her husband, the mayor's overt relationship with a young assistant. What can Danielle do to restore the balance?

Emma and Anna may have defeated the last foe to their Empire on Earth, but at a terrible price. The planet's atmosphere has largely burned off, and the remaining ecosystems are on the verge of total collapse. The other planets of the solar system offer a new home, new hope, and new threats.

When curvy grad student Emma Fischer is stranded in the south of France, she’s short on cash and unable to speak French. The last people she expects to come to her aide at the train station are two high-demand fashion models in France for a photo shoot. Sparks fly between the threesome as they speed toward Paris in their private car. Emma gets on the train a girl, but the intimate time spent in the dominant men’s arms over one hot weekend turns her into a woman. Walking away from her lovers to return to her average life in Wisconsin is one of the hardest things she’s ever done.

He turns into a bat. Drinks the blood of the living. And never pays income taxes. He's the Vampire Lamar, and since he's come to New England, the body count's been rising every time he rises. But even eternal nightlife can take on a chill without companionship. The unholy fiend-in-need seeks a down-to-earth, flesh-and-blood girl who's his type for a very long-term relationship. But where there are vampires, there are vampire hunters. Unfortunately their stakeout for an eccentric "nobleman" sends them chasing a mortal target named Kent Montana.

Alan just watched his beautiful girlfriend die from testing an unstable drug. It looks like this drug is still in the process of being released by a renegade doctor, so Alan teams up with an old friend, Ryan, to stop the dangers of the drug from hurting other people. Alan's journey leads him to some new discoveries and some decisions that may leave him in need of a cure himself. When Alan and Ryan team up with an unlikely ally, how far will they go to protect people from this dangerous drug? What more dangers are they going to uncover?

When Samantha Stone hears that the popular rock band Crushing Stones, created by her childhood sweetheart, is headlining at a new dance club nearby, she considers it fate. She’s waited seven years to get answers. Why had he deserted her without even saying good-bye? Jonah “Cash” Carter has scanned the throngs of fans for years looking for her. Waiting. When he spots Sami in the crowd, he freezes mid-song. He’d named his band for a reason, and tonight would be the night he finally got to crush a Stone.

Christmas in 1980s London is the most exciting time for 12-year-old Charmaine. The mixed-race daughter of an Irish mom and a black dad, Charmaine knows it was rough for her parents when they arrived in London. This year, however, Christmas will be better than ever! Charmaine has a very special gift for her parents - a real present paid for with her own money! But how can she ever imagine her greatest joy will turn into her worst tragedy?

Everything God created was devised with purpose. Guess what - that includes you! God knew the day you would be born, the opposition you would face, and the victories you would experience. Don't allow where you are to define who you are. Press forward in purpose knowing that God envisioned greatness for you. This succinct but powerful audiobook offers insight that allows the listener to realize that you have purpose, strategies to discovering your purpose, and empowerment to fulfill it. It requires that you be honest with yourself and open to God's direction.

Alex is a Glitch Hunter, member of a house of monster hunters that possess mysterious bracers allowing them to see the world with the interface of a video game. Even with the edge that offers, most Glitch Hunters die young, thrown by quests into areas of deadly conflict. Alex's first quest draws him to a city with a grisly past, and unless he can discern truth from lies in time, an even darker future.

Millions of people have lost weight and boosted their energy by switching to a lectin-free diet. Say good-bye to uncomfortable inflammation and problematic autoimmune symptoms. Lectin-Free Cookbook collects 30 of the most exciting recipes around to prove that eating lectin-free meals doesn’t have to be a death sentence for your taste buds. With these recipes in your arsenal, you’re going to no problem staying on the road to recovery with these lectin-free foods.

One particular Sunday afternoon, Granny Moon's knickers blow off the washing line and become part of an exciting and unexpected adventure. With original characters brilliantly narrated by actress and TV star, Denise Welch, this whimsical tale is a great way to interest children in books.

When Alan learns that Michelle is working with a small group to go against the big pharmaceutical company because of a specific drug, Alan is intrigued. For this reason, Alan takes a job offer from Michelle's boss. Not only does he get paid well, he also gets to work with Michelle and help save the world from a dangerous drug. The more Alan uncovers, though, the more questions he has about what's going on and how much time he has.