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Baseball!

by Roger Angell, A. Bartlett Giamatti, John Updike, Ken Kalfus, Robert Fitzgerald, Robert Francis, Rolfe Humphries, T.C. Boyle, W.P. Kinsella0, Yusef Komunyakaa1 ...

Narrated by Roger Angell, A. Bartlett Giamatti, Jack Davidson2, Arthur French3, Fritz Weaver4, Isaiah Sheffer5, Jerry Zaks6, John Shea7, Jonathan Hadary8 ...

Series series Selected Shorts
Unabridged

2 hours 48 min

A compilation, featuring more than three hours of some of the greatest short stories of all time, brought to life by distinguished stage and screen actors.Roger Angell and A. Bartlett Giamatti’s "Play by Play"John Updike’s "Hub Fans Bid Kid Adieu" read by Jack Davidson - Ted Williams' miraculous Fenway farewell.Rolfe Humphries’ "Polo Grounds" read by Fritz WeaverRobert Francis’ "Pitcher" and "Base ... Read more

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A compilation, featuring more than three hours of some of the greatest short stories of all time, brought to life by distinguished stage and screen actors.Roger Angell and A. Bartlett Giamatti’s "Play by Play"John Updike’s "Hub Fans Bid Kid Adieu" read by Jack Davidson - Ted Williams' miraculous Fenway farewell.Rolfe Humphries’ "Polo Grounds" read by Fritz WeaverRobert Francis’ "Pitcher" and "Base
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Beware the Banshee's Cry

The Folklore & History of Messengers of Death

by Steven J. Rolfes ...

Gaze with Trembling Breath Upon the Dreaded BansheeJourney to the Emerald Isle and beyond as you explore the history and mystery of banshees. These beings bridge the gap between life and death, myth and reality. From the Morrigan to the Doppelgänger, Steven J. Rolfes examines what messengers of death are and how they have captivated humanity for centuries.Rolfes presents numerous examples of ... Read more

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Gaze with Trembling Breath Upon the Dreaded BansheeJourney to the Emerald Isle and beyond as you explore the history and mystery of banshees. These beings bridge the gap between life and death, myth and reality. From the Morrigan to the Doppelgänger, Steven J. Rolfes examines what messengers of death are and how they have captivated humanity for centuries.Rolfes presents numerous examples of
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Land of Bones

14 Tales of the Strange and Macabre

by Glenn Rolfe ...

Narrated by Laurie Jo Daniels, Anneliese Rennie, Kyle Tait, Matt Godfrey, Joe Hempel, Kelsey Navarro, Sean Duregger, Curt Bonnem, Gary Bennet, Adam Bar, Travis Baldree, Chelsea Stephens, KC Johnston, Shawn Compton ...

Unabridged

5 hours 14 min

"A rising star in the genre!" – Ronald Malfi, author of BONE WHITE"A vital part of this generation." – Brian Keene, author THE RISINGDemon lights, granted wishes, strange things, and brutal love at the Lucky Lounge Motel. A haunted sister, desperate parents, a little human touch, and the end of the world…These are the stories whispered among dead leaves, the script etched bare for all to see. When ... Read more

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"A rising star in the genre!" – Ronald Malfi, author of BONE WHITE"A vital part of this generation." – Brian Keene, author THE RISINGDemon lights, granted wishes, strange things, and brutal love at the Lucky Lounge Motel. A haunted sister, desperate parents, a little human touch, and the end of the world…These are the stories whispered among dead leaves, the script etched bare for all to see. When
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Supernatural Lore of Ohio

by Steven J. Rolfes ...

A rich vein of bizarre and uncanny tales snakes through Ohio's cornfields and cityscapes. In the earliest days of statehood, dark reports spoke of witches causing feathers to form a deadly ring in one's bed, magically strangling its sleeping victims. For years, the ghost of Abraham Lincoln's funeral train rolled through Urbana, a small town in the center of the state, and caused clocks and watches ... Read more

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A rich vein of bizarre and uncanny tales snakes through Ohio's cornfields and cityscapes. In the earliest days of statehood, dark reports spoke of witches causing feathers to form a deadly ring in one's bed, magically strangling its sleeping victims. For years, the ghost of Abraham Lincoln's funeral train rolled through Urbana, a small town in the center of the state, and caused clocks and watches
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The Cincinnati Courthouse Riot

by Steven J. Rolfes ...

The true story of three days of violent unrest that exploded in nineteenth-century Ohio—one of the most destructive riots in American history.In 1884, Cincinnati was wracked by three days of violence. Nurtured by natural disasters, overtly corrupt governments, and politicians jockeying for power—and sparked by murder and a massive miscarriage of justice—the 10,000-person strong riot left more than ... Read more

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The true story of three days of violent unrest that exploded in nineteenth-century Ohio—one of the most destructive riots in American history.In 1884, Cincinnati was wracked by three days of violence. Nurtured by natural disasters, overtly corrupt governments, and politicians jockeying for power—and sparked by murder and a massive miscarriage of justice—the 10,000-person strong riot left more than
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Shakespeare the Boy

With Sketches of the Home and School Life, Games and Sports, Manners, Customs and Folk-lore of the Time

by W. J. Rolfe ...

In "Shakespeare the Boy," W. J. Rolfe delves into the formative years of one of the greatest playwrights in history, William Shakespeare. This biographical exploration combines vivid narrative with meticulous analysis, illuminating Shakespeare's early life in Elizabethan England. Rolfe employs a rich prose style punctuated by detailed historical context, shedding light on the influences that ... Read more

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In "Shakespeare the Boy," W. J. Rolfe delves into the formative years of one of the greatest playwrights in history, William Shakespeare. This biographical exploration combines vivid narrative with meticulous analysis, illuminating Shakespeare's early life in Elizabethan England. Rolfe employs a rich prose style punctuated by detailed historical context, shedding light on the influences that
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Job Stacking

Leverage the advent of remote work into more money and security

by J. Rolf Haltza ...

Have you been looking to get a raise? Consider job stacking instead. With the rise of remote work, getting a second job that pays half or more of your current salary is easier than trying to actually land a 50% or greater raise with your current employer.With that comes the question: In an hourly or salaried position, you’re getting paid the same whether you put in 100% or 50% effort—so why give ... Read more

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Have you been looking to get a raise? Consider job stacking instead. With the rise of remote work, getting a second job that pays half or more of your current salary is easier than trying to actually land a 50% or greater raise with your current employer.With that comes the question: In an hourly or salaried position, you’re getting paid the same whether you put in 100% or 50% effort—so why give
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The Heavens Above: A Popular Handbook of Astronomy

Unlocking the Mysteries of the Celestial Universe

by W. J. Rolfe, J. A. Gillet ...

The Heavens Above: A Popular Handbook of Astronomy is a captivating compilation that serves as an illuminating guide to the boundless mysteries of the cosmos. Encompassing a diverse range of literary styles, the anthology seamlessly melds scientific discourse with compelling narrative threads that invite the reader to explore the dynamic interplay between celestial phenomena and human curiosity. ... Read more

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The Heavens Above: A Popular Handbook of Astronomy is a captivating compilation that serves as an illuminating guide to the boundless mysteries of the cosmos. Encompassing a diverse range of literary styles, the anthology seamlessly melds scientific discourse with compelling narrative threads that invite the reader to explore the dynamic interplay between celestial phenomena and human curiosity.
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What Rosie Found Next

by Helen J. Rolfe ...

Narrated by Charlie Sanderson ...

Series series Magnolia Creek Series
Unabridged

7 hours 33 min

One house, two strangers, one very big secret... A shaky upbringing has left Rosie Stevens craving safety and security. She thinks she knows exactly what she needs to make her life complete – the stable job and perfect house-sit she’s just found in Magnolia Creek. The only thing she wants now is for her long-term boyfriend, Adam, to leave his overseas job and come home for good. Owen Harrison is ... Read more

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One house, two strangers, one very big secret... A shaky upbringing has left Rosie Stevens craving safety and security. She thinks she knows exactly what she needs to make her life complete – the stable job and perfect house-sit she’s just found in Magnolia Creek. The only thing she wants now is for her long-term boyfriend, Adam, to leave his overseas job and come home for good. Owen Harrison is
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Cincinnati Art Deco

by Steven J. Rolfes, Douglas R. Weise ...

Series series Images of America
Art Deco, daring and almost defiant in its optimism, reflected the spirit of a restless time. Bursting forth in the midst of the Roaring Twenties, an age when there seemed to be no limits, this new art form was both elegant and modern. Cincinnati is fortunate to have three stunning examples of this unique style: the sophisticated Hilton Netherland Plaza hotel, the overwhelming Cincinnati Times ... Read more

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Art Deco, daring and almost defiant in its optimism, reflected the spirit of a restless time. Bursting forth in the midst of the Roaring Twenties, an age when there seemed to be no limits, this new art form was both elegant and modern. Cincinnati is fortunate to have three stunning examples of this unique style: the sophisticated Hilton Netherland Plaza hotel, the overwhelming Cincinnati Times
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Environmental Law Handbook, 24th Edition

by Kevin A. Ewing, Duke K. McCall III, David R. Case, Marshall Lee Miller, Daniel M. Steinway, Karen J. Nardi, Christopher Bell, Stanley W. Landfair, Austin P. Olney, Thomas Richichi, F. William Brownell, Jessica O. King, John M. Scagnelli, James W. Spensley, Rolf R. von Oppenfeld, Andrew N. Davis ...

The environmental field and its regulations have evolved significantly since Congress passed the first environmental law in 1970, and the Environmental Law Handbook, published just three years later, has been indispensable to students and professionals ever since. The authors provide clear and accessible explanations, expert legal insight into new and evolving regulations, and reliable compliance ... Read more

$153.99 USD

The environmental field and its regulations have evolved significantly since Congress passed the first environmental law in 1970, and the Environmental Law Handbook, published just three years later, has been indispensable to students and professionals ever since. The authors provide clear and accessible explanations, expert legal insight into new and evolving regulations, and reliable compliance
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The Twelve Caesars

The Lives of the Roman Emperors

by Suetonius ...

Translated by J. C. Rolfe ...

The Twelve Caesars is a set of twelve biographies of Julius Caesar and the first 11 emperors of the Roman Empire written by Gaius Suetonius Tranquillus. The book provides valuable information on the heritage, personal habits, physical appearance, lives, and political careers of the first Roman emperors as it mentions details which other sources do not. As with many of his contemporaries, Suetonius ... Read more

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The Twelve Caesars is a set of twelve biographies of Julius Caesar and the first 11 emperors of the Roman Empire written by Gaius Suetonius Tranquillus. The book provides valuable information on the heritage, personal habits, physical appearance, lives, and political careers of the first Roman emperors as it mentions details which other sources do not. As with many of his contemporaries, Suetonius
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