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The Last Concubine

The Shogun Quartet, Book 2

by Lesley Downer ...

Japan, 1865, the women's palace in the great city of Edo.Bristling with intrigue and erotic rivalries, the palace is home to three thousand women and only one man - the young shogun. Sachi, a beautiful fifteen-year-old girl, is chosen to be his concubine.But Japan is changing, and as civil war erupts, Sachi flees for her life. Rescued by a rebel warrior, she finds unknown feelings stirring within ... Read more

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Japan, 1865, the women's palace in the great city of Edo.Bristling with intrigue and erotic rivalries, the palace is home to three thousand women and only one man - the young shogun. Sachi, a beautiful fifteen-year-old girl, is chosen to be his concubine.But Japan is changing, and as civil war erupts, Sachi flees for her life. Rescued by a rebel warrior, she finds unknown feelings stirring within
... Read more
The Courtesan and the Samurai

The Shogun Quartet, Book 3

by Lesley Downer ...

1868. In Japan's exotic pleasure quarters, sex is for sale and the only forbidden fruit is love ...Hana is just seventeen when her husband goes to war, leaving her alone and vulnerable. When enemy soldiers attack her house she flees across the shattered city of Tokyo and takes refuge in the Yoshiwara, its famous pleasure-quarters.There she is forced to become a courtesan.Yozo, brave, loyal ... ... Read more

$21.29 USD

1868. In Japan's exotic pleasure quarters, sex is for sale and the only forbidden fruit is love ...Hana is just seventeen when her husband goes to war, leaving her alone and vulnerable. When enemy soldiers attack her house she flees across the shattered city of Tokyo and takes refuge in the Yoshiwara, its famous pleasure-quarters.There she is forced to become a courtesan.Yozo, brave, loyal ...
... Read more
The French Revolution and Napoleon

by Charles Downer Hazen ...

Any one who seeks to understand the stirring period in which we are now living becomes quickly aware that he must first know the history of the French Revolution, a movement that inaugurated a new era, not only for France but for the world. The years from 1789 to 1815, the years of the Revolution and of Napoleon, effected one of the greatest and most difficult transitions of which history bears ... Read more

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Any one who seeks to understand the stirring period in which we are now living becomes quickly aware that he must first know the history of the French Revolution, a movement that inaugurated a new era, not only for France but for the world. The years from 1789 to 1815, the years of the Revolution and of Napoleon, effected one of the greatest and most difficult transitions of which history bears
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The Shortest History of Japan

From Mythical Origins to Pop Culture Powerhouse - The Global Drama of an Ancient Island Nation

by Lesley Downer ...

Series series The Shortest History Series
Discover the aesthetic traditions, political resilience, and modern economic might of this singular island nation. The Shortest History books deliver thousands of years of history in one riveting, fast-paced read.Zen, haiku, martial arts, sushi, anime, manga, film, video games . . . Japanese culture has long enriched our Western way of life. Yet from a Western perspective, Japan remains a remote ... Read more

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Discover the aesthetic traditions, political resilience, and modern economic might of this singular island nation. The Shortest History books deliver thousands of years of history in one riveting, fast-paced read.Zen, haiku, martial arts, sushi, anime, manga, film, video games . . . Japanese culture has long enriched our Western way of life. Yet from a Western perspective, Japan remains a remote
... Read more

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ADHD MANAGEMENT FOR OLDER WOMEN

Coping with ADHD in Mid-Life: Strategies for Successful Management in Women Over 40

by Kenny O. Downer ...

ADHD management for older women is a comprehensive approach that focuses on helping women of all ages overcome the challenges of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Through a combination of medication, lifestyle changes, cognitive behavioral therapy, and support from family and friends, this innovative approach can help women break free from the clutches of ADHD and live a fulfilling, ... Read more

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ADHD management for older women is a comprehensive approach that focuses on helping women of all ages overcome the challenges of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Through a combination of medication, lifestyle changes, cognitive behavioral therapy, and support from family and friends, this innovative approach can help women break free from the clutches of ADHD and live a fulfilling,
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On the Narrow Road to the Deep North

Journey into a Lost Japan

by Lesley Chan Downer ...

After eight years working in Japan, immersing herself in its language and literature, Lesley Chan Downer set off in the footsteps of Matsuo Basho, Japan's most cherished poet, to explore the country's remote northern provinces. Basho's pilgrimage to find the landscapes that had inspired the great medieval poets gave birth to Japan's most famous travel book, rich in strange imagery and sometimes ... Read more

$12.79 USD

After eight years working in Japan, immersing herself in its language and literature, Lesley Chan Downer set off in the footsteps of Matsuo Basho, Japan's most cherished poet, to explore the country's remote northern provinces. Basho's pilgrimage to find the landscapes that had inspired the great medieval poets gave birth to Japan's most famous travel book, rich in strange imagery and sometimes
... Read more
The Rise of Empires: 1870-1919

Enriched edition. The History of Europe from the Franco-Prussian War Until the Paris Peace Conference

by Charles Downer Hazen, Neil Peterson ...

In Charles Downer Hazen's 'The Rise of Empires: 1870-1919', readers are presented with a comprehensive analysis of the political, social, and economic shifts that characterized the period following the Franco-Prussian War. Hazen's scholarly work delves into the rise of empires such as Germany, Japan, and the United States, exploring their impact on global affairs. Through a detailed examination of ... Read more

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In Charles Downer Hazen's 'The Rise of Empires: 1870-1919', readers are presented with a comprehensive analysis of the political, social, and economic shifts that characterized the period following the Franco-Prussian War. Hazen's scholarly work delves into the rise of empires such as Germany, Japan, and the United States, exploring their impact on global affairs. Through a detailed examination of
... Read more
Lies are Forever

by C. Jean Downer ...

Sloane West is an ex-New York City cop turned private investigator needing a distraction. She’s grieving her secretive mother’s death, and her ex-best friend and ex-lover have just sent her an invitation to their upcoming nuptials.When a stranger arrives seeking her help, she receives a deadly diversion to the quiet Canadian village of Denwick. There, Sloane learns she’s not the only target in a ... Read more

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Sloane West is an ex-New York City cop turned private investigator needing a distraction. She’s grieving her secretive mother’s death, and her ex-best friend and ex-lover have just sent her an invitation to their upcoming nuptials.When a stranger arrives seeking her help, she receives a deadly diversion to the quiet Canadian village of Denwick. There, Sloane learns she’s not the only target in a
... Read more

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The Long Nineteenth Century

History of Europe (1789-1918)

by Charles Downer Hazen ...

Charles Downer Hazen's "The Long Nineteenth Century" presents a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the tumultuous period stretching from the late 18th century to the dawn of the 20th century. Through a meticulously structured narrative, Hazen utilizes a blend of historical analysis and literary review to illuminate the social, political, and cultural transformations that defined this era. ... Read more

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Charles Downer Hazen's "The Long Nineteenth Century" presents a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the tumultuous period stretching from the late 18th century to the dawn of the 20th century. Through a meticulously structured narrative, Hazen utilizes a blend of historical analysis and literary review to illuminate the social, political, and cultural transformations that defined this era.
... Read more
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High Call of Forgiveness. It's A Mandate, The

by Rosemarie Downer ...

Narrated by Trudi Knoedler ...

Unabridged

6 hours 32 min

***The High Call of Forgiveness***exposes the strategy of the enemy that has caused too many of us to believe it is too difficult to forgive. Undeniably, forgiving someone who has wronged us is difficult, but we can, if Christ lives in us.In the High Call of Forgiveness, Rosemarie Downer takes you on a faith journey by sharing the context of offense, why we hurt others, why it is as difficult for ... Read more

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***The High Call of Forgiveness***exposes the strategy of the enemy that has caused too many of us to believe it is too difficult to forgive. Undeniably, forgiving someone who has wronged us is difficult, but we can, if Christ lives in us.In the High Call of Forgiveness, Rosemarie Downer takes you on a faith journey by sharing the context of offense, why we hurt others, why it is as difficult for
... Read more
Alsace-Lorraine under German Rule

Enriched edition. Exploring the Impact of German Occupation in Alsace-Lorraine

by Charles Downer Hazen, Kylie Harding ...

In "Alsace-Lorraine under German Rule," Charles Downer Hazen provides a thorough examination of the multifaceted socio-political landscape of this contested region during its annexation by Imperial Germany from 1871 to 1918. Utilizing a blend of historical narrative and critical analysis, Hazen delves into the impact of German governance on the local populace, exploring themes of national identity ... Read more

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In "Alsace-Lorraine under German Rule," Charles Downer Hazen provides a thorough examination of the multifaceted socio-political landscape of this contested region during its annexation by Imperial Germany from 1871 to 1918. Utilizing a blend of historical narrative and critical analysis, Hazen delves into the impact of German governance on the local populace, exploring themes of national identity
... Read more
The Long Nineteenth Century

Enriched edition. History of Europe: 1789-1918

by Charles Downer Hazen, Neil Peterson ...

In Charles Downer Hazen's 'The Long Nineteenth Century', readers are taken on a comprehensive journey through the political, social, and cultural developments of the period spanning from the French Revolution to World War I. Hazen's meticulous research and engaging writing style provide a detailed account of the major events and trends that shaped the 19th century world. By examining the rise of ... Read more

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In Charles Downer Hazen's 'The Long Nineteenth Century', readers are taken on a comprehensive journey through the political, social, and cultural developments of the period spanning from the French Revolution to World War I. Hazen's meticulous research and engaging writing style provide a detailed account of the major events and trends that shaped the 19th century world. By examining the rise of
... Read more

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