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Sybil Van Antwerp has throughout her life used letters to make sense of the world and her place in it. Most mornings, around half past ten, Sybil sits down to write letters—to her brother, to her best friend, to the president of the university who will not allow her to audit a class she desperately wants to take, to Joan Didion and Larry McMurtry to tell them what she thinks of their latest books, and to one person to whom she writes often yet never sends the letter.

After four-year-old Asenath’s mother is murdered by Egypt’s foreign rulers, the child is raised to be a priestess by her overprotective father—high priest of Egypt’s sun god. For fifteen years, Asenath is sequestered in the upper levels of Ra’s temple, convinced it is her destiny to heal the land by becoming queen to the next Egyptian pharaoh. But when Egypt’s foreign king instead gives her as a bride to the newly appointed vizier—a Hebrew named Joseph—her entire world is shaken.

Phaedra has been cast to the side all her life: daughter of an adulteress, sister of a monster, and now unwilling bride to the much-older, power-hungry Theseus. Young, naïve, and idealistic, she has accepted her lot in life, resigned to existing under the sinister weight of Theseus’s control and the constant watchful eye of her handsome stepson Hippolytus. When supposedly pious Hippolytus assaults her, Phaedra’s world is darkened in the face of untouchable, prideful power. In the face of injustice, Phaedra refuses to remain quiet any longer.

In her letters to family and friends we come to know the life of Sybil Van Antwerp: stubborn, cantankerous, opinionated, always steadfast in her belief in the power of the written word. But as the clock begins to tick for Sybil, the need for a few post-scripts to the life she’s led becomes apparent. Fixing her difficult relationship with her children. Taking a final chance at romance. Atoning for an old legal case which has come back to haunt her. And finally, reckoning with a devastating loss that she has spent the last thirty years holding close to her chest.

Maybe you’re looking for an alternative treatment for a medical condition, or want to know about the dangers and side effects of marijuana. Or, maybe you simply want to educate yourself about this drug so you can have an informed opinion. Whatever your motivation for uncovering the truth about marijuana, you’re in the right place. Marijuana is a potent and complex drug with a wide range of effects. With everything you need to know about the drug at your fingertips, you can be empowered to make the best decision about whether to use or avoid it.

When looking for a serious and passion filled relationship, the key factors that men look for in a woman is her ability to be self-sufficient, confident, and driven; in other words, they want to be faced with a high-quality woman. This audiobook was designed to help women figure out what it takes to be a high-quality woman and how to make a man fall head over heels for them. This audiobook will guide the woman on how to avoid common mistakes, spark a relationship, and more importantly, sustain a healthy romance and develop it into something more.

Sell Your Business by Design, Not by Default is about being smart and getting it right. It is your go-to resource guide for “selling your business for more money” by making smart, informed decisions when selling your business to maximize your profits when you sell, taking care of the well-deserving employees who helped you get there and not letting Uncle Sam take too much of your money.

It can be debilitating suffering from chronic pain or illness, especially when the treatments given are ineffective or even harmful. Often, pain sufferers are prescribed opioids to manage their symptoms, but is this the best option available? According to the American Psychiatric Association, about two million people in the US alone have a substance use disorder linked to prescription opioids. What if there was a way to treat your symptoms without the nasty side effects of prescription drugs or the risk of opioid addiction?

The Ultimate Guide to Homesteading is a valuable resource for learning about growing, freezing, canning, and storing fruits, vegetables, and herbs to feed your family year-round. You’ll also discover the amazing possibilities open to you when you raise livestock for food and fiber, including information on co-ops, choosing a butcher or slaughterhouse, and how best to house and feed your animals.

Suffering from chronic pain or illness is debilitating on its own, let alone when the treatments given are ineffective or even harmful. Patients are often given opioids to manage their symptoms, but is this the best option available? According to the American Psychiatric Association, about 2 million people in the US alone have a substance-use disorder linked to prescription opioids. What if there was a better way to treat your symptoms? Enter marijuana - what used to be taboo has now become commonplace.

In my book, DIY Small Business Accounting the Easy Way, you will start by learning the basics of accounting, such as maintaining the general journal, specialty journals, and the general ledger. Don’t worry, this is not a college textbook. I will show you what you need to know in easy-to-understand, conversational language. I came from an extensive accounting background, but that doesn’t mean that everyone understands the basics.

The grass doesn’t have to be greener on the other side with The Lawn Care Guide! Everyone knows that they want a green lawn. The trouble starts when you try to figure out what the best methods, tips, and tricks are to get it. It all seems very easy until you start asking yourself: To use or not to use weed killer? Chemical or organic fertilizer? Is your yard full-sun, full-shade, or somewhere in between? What’s the best way and height to mow your lawn? Do you have Kentucky blue, St. Augustine, or just plain crabgrass?

It is possible to learn how to be a charismatic person that can influence and lead people. This book will help you understand how to be a charismatic person by using a proven seven step plan. You will be shown that charisma isn't something you have or don't have, but it’s something you can attain through practice and determination.

You’re going to be a Daddy! Now what? Help I’m a Dad Now - This audiobook is a great resource for men becoming fathers, dad’s with children, and supporting co-parents...Through the journey of parenting, you will encounter happiness, difficulties, and everything in between. With help from this audiobook you will be able to feel more prepared and fully confident to tackle parenthood. You can become the best dad ever! With the aid provided through Help I’m a Dad Now. If you just believe in yourself, your experience as a father will be ground breaking! You got this!

Everyone in life experiences stress in one way or the other. Although there are times when it is positive, most times it hurts our daily life. You can lose the ability to connect with others when experiencing the effects of stress. In other instances, it can create health issues in your life. Having the right information can help in protecting yourself from these issues. Anger control, preventing worries, dealing with stress, and maintaining a good relationship with others are all possible.

When amassing wealth, you’ll have to consider stock investing, especially as a small private investor. At the top of your portfolio, the first strategy should be value investing, as it’s the fastest and safest way to grow your money. However, if you are like many beginners, you might be in the dark on how this tactic works…yet you need to have all the information before dipping your toes. Luckily for you, this guide features the A to Z of value investing to give you a head start on your investing journey.

Get ready to know all there is to know about starting your own food truck business and, more importantly, keeping it successful! Starting a small business is a challenge, but the food truck industry is growing rapidly. Over the last five years, the food truck industry experienced a massive surge in growth due to increased demand for specific food options, such as plant-based and eco-friendly food, as well as diet-specific foods.

Resilience is a worthwhile pursuit, both for individuals and communities. But how do we build strength into our lives as citizens? And into our towns? According to author Scott James, the answer lies within our neighborhoods, where sustainability meets preparedness. Prepared Neighborhoods will walk you step by step through creating a more resilient - and enjoyable - neighborhood and community.

With the help of the new grow bag technique, you'll be able to grow your favorite plants in no time. Grow bags were revolutionary when they were first introduced in the 1970s. They were created to be used to plant directly into greenhouse soil when grown under glass. This was primarily due to tomato growers' dissatisfaction with having to change their soil every few years to prevent root pests and disease.

Mitchell Daniels, better known as MD, was born in Memphis, TN to a mother who came from a prestigious suburban family. MD followed in his father's 'Xavier' footsteps who was the complete opposite of his mother. He gained notoriety and credit in the streets. Xavier, with the street moniker X, was known in Memphis as a notorious gangster, dealer, and hustler.