This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Warren Buffett's most famous rule — never lose money — is treated as a joke. It isn't.A 50% loss needs a 100% gain just to break even. A 90% loss needs 900%. The arithmetic of recovery is far crueler than it feels in the moment, and the deepest losses are measured not in dollars but in years you never get back.Don't Lose Money First is a short, plain-spoken field guide to the five ways investors get permanently wiped out...

The Complete Works of Edward Bulwer-Lytton encapsulates an expansive array of literature that traverses genres ranging from historical novels to metaphysical essays. Bulwer-Lytton's prose is characterized by its ornate and evocative style, often integrating rich descriptive passages and complex characters that explore the depths of human experience. His works sit at the intersection of Romanticism and Victorian literature and reflect the prevailing philosophies and societal issues of his t...

An exquisite debut collection on writing, exile, and rebuilding community after losing your homeland.In elegantly written and meticulously observed essays including “Afghanistan, the Beautiful Land of Endless Suffering,” “The Blood of Things,” and “Small Memories,” Jamaluddin Aram examines the complexities of his place of birth and the demands of forging a career in writing. He explores themes such as displacement, ethnic discrimination, and exile, balanced by the ...

This re-telling of the popular Korean folktale Byeol Ju Bu Jeon is full of humor and hijinks you won't want to miss!Meet Tokki. He’s a rabbit who lives in the forest. Tokki loves reading books and eating strawberries. And, more than anything, Tokki loves outrunning his foes.Now, meet Jara. He’s a softshell turtle who resides underwater near the Sea Palace. Jara loves his plants and his routine. And, more than anything, Jara loves the Sea King who r...

'The Malefactor of Markai' marks the beginning of an epic journey as Sareene Aegrod and her companions set out to gather the Eight Orbs of Aram. Fate begins to unravel in the old imperial city of Calemra, where an unsuspecting mystic foretells fortunes that will change everything.Ancient curses resurface through the lifelong quest of a silver-haired elf destined to transform the very essence of her being through determination alone. As Sareene uncovers the cards that will shape her...

Iannis Xenakis' Persepolis stood as witness to one of the most important events in modern human history, the Iranian Revolution in 1979. Its existence is owed to an invitation to participate in the 1971 Shiraz Arts Festival, which was overseen by Empress Farah Pahlavi. Like the Festival, and the extravagant celebratory party held the same year, Xenakis' symbolic paean to Persian history was polarizing. Many loved it, others detested it. Overwhelming but also subtle and precise in ...

The narrative follows Eugene Aram, a brilliant but socially isolated scholar who becomes entangled in a web of deceit and crime. The story explores Aram's intellectual pursuits, his love for a woman named Madeline, and the dark secret from his past related to a murder he committed years earlier."Volume 01" indicates that the publication might be part of a multi-volume edition or series. Bulwer-Lytton's novel is known for blending historical events with elements of mystery and psychological...

“A writer’s vivid recollection of an age when every day could be a dream.” Kirkus ReviewsFrom humble beginnings in a fractured family, Aram Saroyan, author of the most controversial one-word poem in history, charts an unforgettable journey through art, fame, and the 20th-century bohemian counterculture.Before I Forget: A Memoir (and Then Some) is a powerful literary memoir from poet Aram Saroyan, son of William Saroyan, re...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Everyone has an opinion about the Federal Reserve. Almost no one can namea single person who casts the vote.The Fed sets the price of money for the whole economy — your mortgage,your savings, the worth of every dollar you hold — and most of what getssaid about it skips the only question that matters: how does the decisionactually get made?How the Fed Works walks the machine, part by part. ...

The Red Rose of Sin is a philosophical fantasy that dares to ask an unsettling question: what if the Devil repented and wanted to retire? As the old adversary grows weary of his role, the very balance that gives meaning to good and evil begins to tremble. If the world has always been built on a necessary opposition, what happens when the "enemy" steps aside?Moving between provocative imagination and existential reflection, the novel explores the fragile logic of morality, the purpo...

The Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, serves as a comprehensive reference work that covers a vast array of topics, including geography, history, science, and culture. In Volume 2, Slice 4, the entries range from notable figures to significant places, providing readers with detailed insights and scholarly information. One such entry is on "Aram, Eugene," which delves into the life and contributions of this individual, showcasing the depth of knowledge contained within this edition. Th...

In "Why Armenia Should Be Free: Armenia's Rôle in the Present War," Armen Garo articulates the intricate and pressing geopolitical dimensions of Armenia's quest for sovereignty amidst contemporary conflicts. The book employs a passionate yet analytical literary style, weaving historical context with modern political realities to demonstrate how Armenia's struggles are emblematic of broader issues of self-determination and national identity. Garo's sharp prose and in-depth examination of th...