When Anna, a college student, tells her friend Sara the little-known story behind Karl May at the Plitvice Lakes, she has no idea that she is touching on a decades-old secret. In 1879, Karl May and his great love, Emma Pollmer, flee from a powerful Masonic order determined to prevent their relationship at any cost. But in Stuttgart, Emma stumbles upon clues that will change her life forever: a sealed document reveals a truth that reaches all the way to the House of Habsburg and suddenly pl...

A new community-based framework assessing the impact of participatory grantmaking on philanthropyInstitutional foundations are influential, yet it can be difficult to understand how they operate. How do their staff members make decisions? What impact do these decisions have on nonprofits, civil society, and democracy more broadly? One practice that holds promise for demystifying this relationship is participatory grantmaking, whereby stakeholders and grantees parti...

It is the closing days of the Civil War. Grant is pressing Lee harder than ever in Richmond. Lee has stashed some troops and supplies in a nearby town. With those supplies and reinforcements, Lee can delay the close of the war and sue for peace. The President and the Secretary of War have other plans. General Emmett Hanson is charged with capturing the supplies and troops-thereby denying Lee his only remaining hope for the South.

Hell's Own Thunder combines a ruthless internationally sought terrorist, a crusty old man, a 55 year-old airplane and a 15 year old teenage girl in action and adventure that will leave the reader breathless at the end. And to add some flavor, add Rufus and over 50 of the most supremely trained troops the US has ever assembled.

Decode the hidden language of the shoreline and turn a relaxing coastal walk into a captivating earth science adventure. Whether you are commuting, embarking on an oceanfront road trip, or simply seeking an informative nature escape, this immersive audio experience permanently transforms how you view the sand beneath your feet.Zoom out from a single microscopic grain to witness the massive, awe-inspiring forces of oceanography that carve out magnificent dunes and rugged cliffs. You...

Unlock the hidden microscopic universe of biology and turn everyday curiosity into a thrilling hands-on STEM hobby. Whether you are seeking an inspiring educational listen for your daily commute or prepping for a relaxed weekend project at the kitchen table, this beginner-friendly guide makes scientific observation incredibly accessible.Step away from heavy math and intimidating lab jargon to embrace the wondrous, invisible structures thriving right in your backyard. You will gain ...

Expose the systemic control running modern society and learn how hidden red tape dictates your daily life. Whether you are commuting to the office or feeling trapped by corporate hierarchies, this eye-opening political science journey reveals why we are secretly governed by files, forms, and algorithms.Turn your frustration with endless administrative hurdles into informed, confident action. By understanding how faceless systems protect elites and stabilize inequality, you will gai...

Journey into the heart of a star and explore the high-stakes science history of our quest for limitless clean energy. Perfect for your morning commute, this awe-inspiring narrative transforms complex physics into a gripping story of Cold War geopolitics and modern technological rivalry.Satisfy your intellectual curiosity as stubborn engineers battle unforgiving mathematics and rebellious plasma in a race against the climate crisis. Whether you want to understand the mechanics of ma...

Unearth the Mesoamerican secrets of a lost civilization that forged colossal stone monuments in the deep jungle. Perfect for an educational commute or immersive travel listening, this atmospheric deep-dive transports you to the tropical Gulf Coast. Step into ancient cities where early rulers shaped a monumental empire.Experience the awe-inspiring rise of San Lorenzo and La Venta through vivid archaeological discoveries that separate hard evidence from historical myth. Whether unwin...

Experience the gripping military history of elite warrior-slaves who seized a medieval empire and stopped the Mongols. Perfect for an intense historical deep-dive during your daily commute, this dramatic narrative transports you to thirteenth-century Egypt and Syria. Witness the ultimate underdog story as imported youths rise from the steppe to the royal throne.Whether you are engaging in focused learning or simply craving an epic true story of clashing civilizations, this authorit...

Witness 500 years of political intrigue and imperial power inside the walls of Beijing’s most legendary royal compound. Whether you are unwinding on your evening commute or seeking an immersive historical deep dive, this epic journey transports you directly into the ritual heart of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Discover how architects and emperors transformed bricks and courtyards into a breathtaking blueprint for absolute rule.Explore a closed world where paranoia and splendor coll...

Trace the dramatic rise and fall of Mesoamerican empires in this sweeping history of conquest, survival, and revolution. From the early foundation of ancient cities to the fateful arrival of Spanish conquistadors, witness how complex Indigenous societies were upended by political ambition and catastrophic warfare.Perfect for an immersive daily commute or a focused educational listening session, this gripping narrative brings three millennia of Latin American heritage to life. Feel ...