London’s Industrial Past gives the reader an opportunity to read about a selection of factories that were once scattered across the city. While older generations may look back at the names that have gone with great affection, for the younger reader it may come as a surprise that so many ‘things’ were once manufactured in Britain’s capital city. The sheer wealth and breadth of products that were made is staggering, from the mundanity of biscuits to the hightech of aircraft production. This ...

Flying up the Edgware Road tells the story of how an area of what is now north-west London became a hub of the British aircraft industry in the very early years of the twentieth century. From the Edwardian suburb of Cricklewood out towards the semi-rural hamlets of Colindale and Kingsbury, a collection of factories were established to produce some of the most important warplanes that served in the First World War. The author takes the reader through the early days of flying at Hendon, intr...

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You’ll be laughing your way through these feel-good stories that will bring some sunshine into your life!Chicken Soup for the Soul has gathered some great storytellers to document the mishaps and misadventures of everyday life and celebrate humanity’s ability to laugh at itself. There’s no holding back in these pages, so prepare for lots of good, clean (and not so clean) fun.This is storytelling at its funniest! No one is safe in these true stories...

A hilarious follow-up to the bestselling Chicken Soup for the Soul: Laughter Is the Best Medicine! If you are looking to put yourself in a better mood and escape the day’s worries, it isn’t complicated—all you have to do is listen, laugh, and repeat.Chicken Soup for the Soul shares the funniest stories it’s ever published from its library of more than 250 books, all gathered in this new collection of 101 humorous tales that will make you laugh out loud.

The classic, bestselling title today’s parents grew up with—Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul 25th Anniversary Edition has been refreshed and updated with additional, new stories to help today’s teens be the happiest, best versions of themselves.It’s time to discover who you really are, feel empowered, define how the world sees you, and become more forgiving of family and friends…and yourself.It’s still mostly about people. That’s why this book sta...

Storytelling at its funniest! And a much-needed reminder that no matter what ails you, laughter is ALWAYS the best medicine.If laughter is the best medicine, this book is your prescription. Turn off the news, shut down social media, and spend a few days ignoring current events. Instead, return to the basics—humanity’s ability to laugh at itself.We’ve gathered one hundred great writers to share the mishaps and misadventures of everyday life. There’s no holdi...

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Caring for an elderly family member is both rewarding and exhausting. These 101 true stories offer advice, encouragement, and humor to support anyone navigating dementia care and eldercare.Being a caregiver can be overwhelming—but you are not alone. Chicken Soup for the Soul: Care for the Caregiver shares 101 real-life stories from people who understand the challenges of dementia care and eldercare. From practical advice to moments of laughter and hope, th...

Some of the simplest, yet most powerful lessons we learn are often taught by the least likely of our family members—our dogs! We can learn something from them every day if we just open our minds and our hearts to the valuable lessons they are trying to teach.What do we learn from our dogs? Everything. Our dogs make us better people. If we rescued them, they rescue us back. If we’re sad, they comfort us. If we need to have more fun, they show us how. They are our pr...

These 101 true personal stories of angels, miracles, answered prayers, and faith in action will amaze you. Good things do happen to good people!Miracles happen every day to people from all walks of life. And angels are among us if we are open to seeing them and accepting their help.You’ll be inspired, awed, and comforted by these 101 stories, including:-The woman told by a voice in her car to listen to the radio, who goes on to win the radio station...

Every dog owner knows their pup is the best—no matter how naughty or goofy. These 101 true stories celebrate the love, laughter, and loyalty of our beloved dogs.From chewed shoes to wagging tails, every dog has a story—and every owner believes their dog is the best. Chicken Soup for the Soul: Best Dog Ever shares 101 relatable, calamitous, hilarious tales from proud dog parents who wouldn’t trade their canine companions for anything. Whether mischievous or...