Sherwood Anderson was born on 13th September 1876 in Camden, Ohio.When his father’s business failed the family was forced to move on a regular basis before finally settling in Clyde, Ohio.Anderson, one of 7 children, left school at 14 to take a number of jobs to help with the family finances. These were difficult years.He moved to Chicago in search of opportunities before joining the Army for the US-Spanish War of 1898. He then entered Wittenberg Academy in Springfi...

Fully revised and restructured, the sixth edition of World War II: A Global History offers students a concise and yet thorough textbook that examines history’s bloodiest conflict. The chapters alternate between chronological chapters on Europe and Asia-Pacific and thematic chapters on innovations, home fronts, brutal regimes, and logistics. This textbook includes the following features:A lively narrative of facts, events, people, and ideas that incorporates thoughtfu...

NUMBER 1 NEW RELEASE in multiple categories."Michael Lyon has written a grounded, practical guide that distills years of accumulated wisdom from what I believe is one of the world's most collaborative yet ambitious startup ecosystems. Whether you're a first-time founder or a seasoned mentor, an inventor or an investor, an engineer or a policymaker, I believe you'll find this book not only instructive but catalytic. It will help you become a better learner, a more effective mentor, ...

Embark on an extraordinary adventure with The Story of Dr. Dolittle by Hugh Lofting, narrated by Michael Lyons. This timeless children’s classic follows the charming and kind-hearted Dr. Dolittle, a physician who discovers he can talk to animals. With the help of his vibrant and loyal animal companions—including Polynesia the parrot, Jip the dog, Dab-Dab the duck, and the pushmi-pullyu—Dr. Dolittle journeys to exotic lands on a mission to save animals and explore the wonders of th...

"The Happy Prince" is one of Oscar Wilde’s most beloved and poignant fairy tales, blending rich symbolism with a heartfelt narrative about compassion, sacrifice, and love. Set high above a city, the story follows a gilded statue—the Happy Prince—who once lived in luxury but now sees the suffering of the poor from his lofty perch. With the help of a kind-hearted Swallow, the Prince gives away all he has to bring joy and relief to the needy below.As the Swallow delay...

Journey to the enchanting world of The Wind in the Willows, a timeless classic by Kenneth Grahame, brought to life by the captivating narration of Michael Lyons. Follow the adventures of Mole, Ratty, Mr. Toad, and Badger as they explore the idyllic English countryside, filled with riverside picnics, thrilling escapades, and unforgettable friendships. From Toad’s wild motorcar exploits to the serene life by the riverbank, this beloved tale celebrates the beauty of nature, the spiri...

"Insightful, heartwarming, and it can help so many people." - John Quiñones, Emmy-winning ABC News Correspondent and host of "What Would You Do?""An insightful and concise marriage manual... Lyons does a commendable job in highlighting simple ways to foster a healthy marriage. A book that brims with collaborative spirit." - KIRKUS REVIEWSAfter more than fifty years of marriage, Michael J. Lyons knows what lasts. In...

Step into the barefoot days of childhood adventure with Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, brought to life through the warm, vibrant narration of Michael Lyons. Join mischievous Tom, his loyal friend Huck Finn, and sweet Becky Thatcher as they navigate life along the Mississippi River—where painting fences becomes a masterclass in persuasion, cave exploring turns perilous, and dreams of pirate gold stir the imagination.This classic tale captures the restless spirit...

Step aboard the raft and drift down the mighty Mississippi with one of literature’s most enduring voices.Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is more than a boy’s tale of mischief and freedom — it is a timeless American classic that questions morality, challenges society’s norms, and celebrates the power of friendship.Told through Huck’s honest, mischievous, and deeply human perspective, this novel takes listeners on a journey through antebellum America,...

In My Own True Ghost Story, Rudyard Kipling delivers a hauntingly humorous tale set in the shadowy outposts of British India—where the rational mind meets the inexplicable. When a weary English traveler spends the night in a decrepit dâk-bungalow, the howling wind, flickering candles, and creaking walls seem to come alive. Then comes the unmistakable sound of a billiard game—played in a room far too small to hold a table, and by players who no lon...

Stranded on a deserted island after a violent shipwreck, Robinson Crusoe must face the wild alone. With nothing but his wits, faith, and unyielding determination, he builds a new life in an unforgiving wilderness. This abridged edition brings Daniel Defoe’s groundbreaking tale of survival and spiritual growth to modern audiences with crisp clarity and cinematic pacing.Perfect for listeners of all ages, The Greats Abridged series distills timeless classics without losing th...

Steve, at the age of 29, is a man-brat, who wants two things: his lifestyle unruffled and to remain the center of his own universe. But after a twenty-year separation, his rogue, drug running younger brother Joey, and Joey’s partner- in- crime Tyrell, show up without warning, dragging antics from their dysfunctional childhood into their adult lives, and Steve’s ultra-conservative, frozen-in-time, small Texas town.Joey and Tyrell are cursed with the afflicti...