Mary Rackham was born in Norwich on 14th August 1848 to a merchant family. Little is known of her early life and her biography only re-appears in September 1871 with marriage to Fairman Joseph Mann, a farmer with 800 acres.Mary moved to Shropham, Norfolk and became involved with the workhouse, visiting the sick and other unfortunates of the parish, her observations and experiences a valuable source for her later stories.She took up writing, partly to offset the dreary villa...

Mary Rackham was born in Norwich on 14th August 1848 to a merchant family. Little is known of her early life and her biography only re-appears in September 1871 with marriage to Fairman Joseph Mann, a farmer with 800 acres.Mary moved to Shropham, Norfolk and became involved with the workhouse, visiting the sick and other unfortunates of the parish, her observations and experiences a valuable source for her later stories.She took up writing, partly to offset the dreary villa...

As we journey through life there is perhaps one sacred duty that is more important than any other; to protect the young in their earliest years.However, society is riven with poverty and fractured with many undermining forces that create uncertainty and neglect in the lives of many families and the babies that depend upon them for love, nurture and security in their young lives.In this volume our classic authors bring you narratives with characters so young, so dependent, t...

The funeral is the one appointment we’d rather never make. Whether as the deceased, or as a friend and loved one attending, a burial is the grim reminder that a life has passed and the future must now be made without them. Our talented authors explore this period of time in their own individual and inimitable ways as only they can.01 - Stories Featuring Funerals - An Introduction02 - John Mortonson's Funeral by Ambrose Bierce14 - After the Funeral by Mary Butts...

In this volume to be poor and living a life in squalor and destitution is examined by our many literary talents. Their insights help us to reveal and understand the difficulties of their lives and why so many of them are tragically cut short and riven with a never-ending burden of problems.01 - Lessons From Literature - Stories That Show the Struggles of the Poor - An Introduction2 - An Honest Thief by Fyodor Dostoyveskey3 - A Piece of Steak by Jack London4 ...

When Kirby Swallow assumes her half sister’s identity to help figure out who's threatening her, she finds herself in way over her head. On the remote Texas ranch her sister calls home, she confronts a growing list of suspects and a rising body count—all while wearing her sister's 4-inch heels. The only problem is the sexy ranch manager, Seth Maguire, is starting to catch on to the charade. The attraction between them is undeniable—and soon, what starts out as just a one-night stand, turns ...

"With an honest, humorous approach, [Manly] illuminates the unexpected delights of aging while offering expert insights into navigating aging challenges."—Erica Manfred, author of I'm Old, So Why Aren't I Wise?How does a woman embrace her maturity with joy and strength when her life and her body change year to year? Psychologist Dr. Carla Marie Manly provides an important and meaningful window into womanhood for those approaching fifty and beyond. A must-re...

This book is a compilation of women sojourners, sages, mystics, witches, shaman, medicine women, philosophers, life coaches, yogis, and more. Their journeys. Their stories. Their teachings and practices. Poetry, Art, Rituals, and Prayers.This anthology published by Matrika Press is full of useful tools and powerful messages for everyone who is on a spiritual journey to embrace and enjoy.Contributors include:Anna Huckabee TullBernadette RomboughDeb Elb...

Feminine CallingsCelebrating the 10th Anniversary of the 2011 Goddess Summit and The Goddess Show series!Feminine Callings serves as both memento and celebration of TV for Your Soul conversations that began in 2011 in exploration of the sacred feminine and great mysteries. Video archives of these conversations can be found on- line, as well as are accessible on local television around the globe. www.TVforYourSoul.orgFeatured guests...

Barbie and her sisters have an egg-cellent time at the annual neighborhood Easter Egg Hunt!

In this magical, musical adventure, Princess Tori and her favorite pop star Keira magically switch places. At first, swapping places seems like a great idea, until each girl realizes that the other’s life isn’t as easy as it seems! Will true friendship save the day? This exciting Barbie story shows the best thing you can be is yourself!

Elphaba, Glinda, Fiyero, Nessarose, and Boq star in this Little Golden Book based on Universal Pictures’ blockbuster film Wicked!Welcome to Shiz University, where knowledge meets magic! Meet Shiz students Elphaba, Glinda, Fiyero, Nessarose, and Boq, as they star in this Little Golden Book based on Universal Pictures’ Wicked!Little Golden Books enjoy nearly 100% consumer recognition. They feature beloved classics, hot licenses, and new orig...