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“The Iliad“ is an epic poem by the ancient Greek poet Homer, which recounts some of the significant events of the final weeks of the Trojan War and the Greek siege of the city of Troy (which was also known as Ilion, Ilios or Ilium in ancient times). Written in the mid-8th Century BCE, “The Iliad" is usually considered to be the earliest work in the whole Western literary tradition, and one of the best known and loved stories of all time.

'Thoughts On Art and Life' by Leonardo Da Vinci is a fascinating collection of writings from the great polymath of the Italian Renaissance. There are sections covering the great man's thoughts on life, art, and science. The translator, Maurice Baring trawled the available manuscripts to distil da Vinci's writings on these subjects into a single, accessible tome, which will be of interest to students of da Vinci, the Renaissance, and the history of both art and science.

One of the great Victorian novels by an author at the height of his powers, Vanity Fair follows the fortunes of the calculating, upwardly-mobile Becky Sharp and her gentle, good-hearted friend Amelia Sedley as they leave their boarding school and embark upon their lives in Vanity Fair–the social-climbing, wealth-obsessed world of Regency England in the time of the Napoleonic Wars.

Gulliver's Travels (1726, amended 1735), officially Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World, is a novel by Jonathan Swift that is both a satire on human nature and a parody of the "travelers' tales" literary sub-genre. It is widely considered Swift's magnum opus and is his most celebrated work, as well as one of the indisputable classics of English literature.

Sweet, modest twenty-year-old Anna Greenway has always covered her ears any time her friends tried to talk to her about sex. But the laws of her society have changed in recent years, as Anna discovers when she meets Martin Lourcy, an experienced, handsome man employed by the Institute, whose mission is to train submissive women for sexual service. To her shock, Anna soon learns that Martin has been granted the authority to bring her with him to the Institute to be taught about strict discipline.

This audiobook about Stoicism can also give you wisdom and help you overcome negative things and situations as well as adversity, find serenity, and live perfectly well. This audiobook contains timeless truths about Stoicism, and this also includes wisdom for any generation or era.

Taking listeners on a street-smart journey through life, mentors, and business, Cliff proposes a radical shift in global education and career training. He also provides thought-provoking stories on The 4 Essentials (mindset, strategies, values, purpose) that dispel myths on how we define and create success.

How to Analyze People will walk you through how to look beyond the masks that are put on by the people around you, every day. So, begin observing the little clues and gestures that are often responsible for giving away a person’s true thoughts and intentions. Each and every single person around you is giving off signals and clues each day, and once you’re done listening to this book, you’ll be one step closer to mastering the art of analyzing people without them ever having to say a word.

Ben-Hur is a story of two very different heroes. Judah Ben-Hur, a prince of Jerusalem, is involved in an accident to the Roman procurator which is taken to be intentional. He is seized and sent to the fleet as a galley-slave, while his family is imprisoned and the family goods confiscated. When Ben-Hur saves the fleet captain from drowning after his ship is sunk in a fight with pirates, that officer adopts him as son and heir.

The idea behind the mental model is that wide exposure to an extensive spectrum of the issue allows you to influence the most practical understanding from each, allowing you to make better choices. Mental Models is an audiobook designed to upgrade your thinking along with the best, most practical and powerful tools, so you have the right one on hand. This audiobook will outline the most versatile, multipurpose mental models you can utilize today to enhance your productivity, decision-making, and to help you clearly perceive the world around you.

A mentally tough person is capable of moderating his emotions wherever he may be. There are also some tools that can be used to measure mental toughness. If you want to learn more about mental toughness, listen to this book and discover how it affects your life and how you can become a mentally strong person.

If you are already familiar with the basics and are looking to take your Forex game to the next level, then Forex Trading: The Advanced Guide That Will Make You the EXPERT of Forex Trading is the audiobook for which you have been waiting.

Arguably the greatest literary masterpiece, War and Peace is an amazing blend of philosophy, history, spirituality, and love told through two families, the Rostovs and the Bolkonskys. The Rostovs personify the Russian spirit. Count Rostov, a generous, kind spendthrift, can deny his family nothing. His countess is a warm, loving, overindulged woman. These characteristics are reflected in their children, while the austere Bolkonskys are duty-bound.

Whether you’re looking to purchase your first rental property, scale a portfolio, or evaluate massive syndication deals, every great real estate deal comes down to a few key metrics. From cash flow to compound interest, Real Estate by the Numbers makes it easy for anyone to master the concepts that form the foundation of real estate investing.

The Ramsey family, with house guests, visit the Isle of Skye at least twice. The plot is not at all the point though, as this is a book about how people think and feel and relate. There’s insight into the world of childhood thought and emotion, and a variety of views of adult care and perceptions. I hope this doesn’t make it sound ‘difficult’, it doesn’t need to be–just let the sentences flow and make your own sense of the words. It’s perhaps as close as a novel can come to the highly individual experience of looking at a painting.

As the daughter of the prime minister, 18-year-old Heather Gerber is used to society's high expectations, until the day her entire world is radically changed in an instant, and she becomes little more than property to be bought, sold, and used in any manner her future owner sees fit. Brought to the Institute to be prepared for her eventual sale, Heather quickly finds herself naked, blushing, and helplessly aroused as she is thoroughly and painfully spanked by stern, handsome trainer Paul Federico.

Forced down by enemy fire, The Kelon ship Rachel has been travelling on crashes into a strange alien planet. Stranded until they can be rescued, commander Syl knows the only way to protect Rachel, and stop his warriors fighting over her, is to claim her as quickly as possible. Feeling responsible for the fragile human, he sees it as his duty to claim her, even though Syl believes himself in love with his brother's wife.

It's a sure sign of fame when a man is known simply by his first name, and Mao Zedong, often referred to simply as Mao or Chairman Mao, was one of the most influential men of the 20th century. He was also arguably the most controversial; as the founder of the People's Republic of China, Mao rose from being a communist revolutionary to successfully overthrowing a regime and transforming China into a communist powerhouse in Asia.

First published in 1812, The Swiss Family Robinson may sometimes seem old-fashioned to modern audiences, especially the family’s attitude toward wildlife (if it moves, shoot it). However, it’s a truly exciting adventure and a timeless story of warm and loving family life.

Have you been struggling with setting boundaries? Do people call you soft? You may be lacking confidence, and this guide is for you. This book offers strategies that will help you become a better version of yourself. It is time to shine and show your worth. Even if you don't see how at the moment - this guide will show you the way. This book reveals that you are more capable than you think, but just don't know it yet. You are about to find out your powers and what you can do with them. Are you ready to try?