29 Results for : luxuriant
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Paris, Paris: Journey into the City of Light , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 595min
Swapping his native San Francisco for the City of Light, travel writer David Downie arrived in Paris in 1986 on a one-way ticket, his head full of romantic notions. Curiosity and the legs of a cross-country runner propelled him daily from an unheated, seventh-floor walk-up garret near the Champs-Élysées to the old Montmartre haunts of the doomed painter Modigliani, the tombs of Père-Lachaise cemetery, the luxuriant alleys of the Luxembourg Gardens, and the aristocratic Île Saint-Louis midstream in the Seine. Downie wound up living in the chic Marais district, married to the Paris-born American photographer Alison Harris, an equally incurable walker and chronicler. Ten books and a quarter-century later, he still spends several hours every day rambling through Paris and writing about the city he loves. An irreverent, witty romp featuring thirty-one short prose sketches of people, places, and daily life, Paris, Paris: Journey into the City of Light ranges from the glamorous to the least-known corners and characters of the world's favorite city. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Max Winter. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/blak/006024/bk_blak_006024_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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David Copperfield , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 2320min
The most perfect of all the Dickens novels. (Virginia Woolf) David Copperfield is the tale of a boy who loses his parents at an early age, escapes the torturous conditions of working for his pitiless stepfather, and eventually determines to make something of himself. With a little luck and a lot of help along the way from some of the most colorful characters ever penned, David overcomes to achieve all for which he aspires. Featuring an unforgettable gallery of characters, including the cantankerous Miss Betsey, the merciless stepfather Mr. Murdstone, the obsequiously penniless Mr. Micawber, and the treacherous Uriah Heap, it is a tale so luxuriant in setting, so fabulous in character, and so pure in intent that though it was written 150 years ago, we still cheer with David during his triumph and weep with him in his suffering. "Like many fond parents, I have in my heart of hearts a favorite child. And his name is David Copperfield." (From the preface by Charles Dickens) ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: B.J. Harrison. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/harr/000091/bk_harr_000091_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Marie Antoinette: Reversal of Fortune , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 259min
Three-foot-tall hairdos, "let them eat cake", and the guillotine: this is the sum total of what most people know about Marie Antoinette, the last Queen of France. The wife of King Louis XVI and the daughter of Maria Teresa, Holy Roman Empress, did indeed wear her hair three feet high, when she wasn’t wearing straw bonnets and simple muslin gowns and playing at being a dairymaid at her fantasy retreat of Petit Trianon. But she never said "let them eat cake", nor was she the vain, shallow creature who was said to have drained the coffers of France to pay for her luxuriant amusements. The guillotine was real, however. In this audiobook, you will hear about the life of the woman who was born an insignificant archduchess and defied all expectations for her future by marrying the heir to the throne of France, only to go seven years without consummating her marriage. The victim of a misogynistic, sex-obsessed tabloid pamphlet industry, Marie Antoinette went from being a popular young queen to the most hated woman in France. The national obsession with the foreign-born queen ignited a revolution, destroying a thousand year old monarchy - and the lives of everyone she loved. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Alan Munro. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/101288/bk_acx0_101288_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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The Daughter of Doctor Moreau (eBook, ePUB)
From the New York Times bestselling author of Mexican Gothic and Velvet Was the Night comes a dreamy reimagining of The Island of Doctor Moreau set against the backdrop of nineteenth-century Mexico. ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED BOOKS OF 2022 - She ReadsCarlota Moreau: A young woman, growing up in a distant and luxuriant estate, safe from the conflict and strife of the Yucatán peninsula, the only daughter of a genius - or a madman.Montgomery Laughton: A melancholic overseer with a tragic past and a propensity for alcohol, an outcast who assists Dr Moreau with his scientific experiments, which are financed by the Lizaldes, owners of magnificent haciendas with plentiful coffers. The hybrids: The fruits of the Doctor's labour, destined to blindly obey their creator while they remain in the shadows, are a motley group of part-human, part-animal monstrosities. All of them are living in a perfectly balanced and static world which is jolted by the abrupt arrival of Eduardo Lizalde, the charming and careless son of Doctor Moreau's patron - who will, unwittingly, begin a dangerous chain-reaction.For Moreau keeps secrets, Carlota has questions, and in the sweltering heat of the jungle passions may ignite.- Shop: buecher
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Inside Marrakesh: Enchanting Homes and Gardens
Contemporary design meets Marrakesh's splendid artistic heritage in a fresh burst of color, form, and texture through a panoply of sensual houses and gardens. Noted designer Meryanne Loum-Martin provides entrée into the extraordinary residences of this fabled city's leading tastemakers.This exquisite book showcases the stunning properties of the world's leading design connoisseurs, including Jasper Conran, Lynn Guinness, Vanessa Branson, and Helen and Brice Marden, who have transformed Marrakesh's exotic style into unexpected but elegant expressions. The story of design in Marrakesh begins with the contributions of Bill Willis, Yves Saint Laurent, and Pierre Bergé, who fearlessly fused Moroccan elements--zellige tilework, rugs, pottery, fountains, woodwork, metalwork, and tadelakt wall treatments--with a luxuriant mix of furnishings from around the world. We are invited into such lush private places as the gardens of the Villa Oasis, designed by Madison Cox, and the Bulgaris' tranquil riad. Full of personal insights, Loum-Martin explores how international design-savvy individuals continue to incorporate such exuberant designs in their work.Today's Marrakesh style appeals to a wide variety of tastes--from formal to quirky, from rustic to refined--and is suitable for diverse settings. Eco-friendly materials, including earthenware and natural fibers, contribute to these appealing interiors and gardens. Superbly photographed, Inside Marrakesh abounds with a wealth of unique design ideas.- Shop: buecher
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The Basilica of the Sacréd Heart of Paris: The History and Legacy of the Sacré-Cœur , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 110min
“Glorious servant of God, St. Denis, with intense love did you devote yourself to Christ after learning to know Him through the apostle St. Paul. Preaching His saving name to the nations, and bringing the knowledge and love of God, for Who's sake you did not shrink from martyrdom....” (The Invocation of St. Denis)Perched atop a bed of luxuriant grass on the Montmartre crest, the highest hilltop in the 18th arrondissement of Paris, stands a princely, cream-white monument known around the world as the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. An estimated 10 million visitors hike up the 300 steps to this iconic landmark each year, and on a good year, this figure rises to anywhere between 11.5 and 12 million people. Half of those who make the difficult, but worthwhile journey to the Sacré-Cœur are pilgrims, eager to gaze upon the breathtaking Christ in Majesty mosaic and receive the Eucharist from the blessed tabernacle of the Sacréd Heart. The others mostly consist of tourists, many of them drawn to the unique silhouette and exquisite elegance of the basilica that has become one of the French capital’s most notable landmarks. The Basilica of the Sacréd Heart of Paris: The History and Legacy of the Sacré-Cœur looks at the architectural history of the site, the events that inspired its creation, and the scandals that continue to surround it to this day. Along with pictures depicting important people, places, and events, you will learn about the Sacré-Cœur like never before. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Colin Fluxman. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/157686/bk_acx0_157686_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Mister Pushkin Sees the Light: 12 Summery Tales: Tales of Mister Pushkin, Book 1 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 146min
One cat. One person. Many problems.Twelve Summery tales, told with humour, mischief and wit.The first collection in the brilliant Tales of Mister Pushkin series.Mister Pushkin always knows what’s good for Klem. But Klem only thinks he knows what’s good for Mister Pushkin.With luxuriant blue fur and golden eyes, Mister Pushkin is not like other cats.And although his instinct is usually reliable, his ability to see things others can’t can be a mixed blessing.Avoiding the vet’s thermometer may be impossible, but somehow, he must find a way to escape Klem’s short leash. If he tries really hard, sometimes his wishes can come true...Contents:Tale 1. Mister Pushkin’s Shadow of Doubt - Mister Pushkin realises that something isn’t quite right...Tale 2. Mister Pushkin’s Tunnel Vision - An escape attempt doesn’t go to plan...Tale 3. Mister Pushkin Saves the Day - Mister Pushkin does his best to protect Klem from danger...Tale 4. Mister Pushkin Sees the Light - Being deprived of his beloved salmon leads Mister Pushkin to take drastic action...Tale 5. Mister Pushkin Drops a Hint - Mister Pushkin shows Ruth what he really thinks of her...Tale 6. Mister Pushkin and the Copycat - A cat at the window fascinates Mister Pushkin...Tale 7. Mister Pushkin Knows Best - A trip to the vet isn't all it seems...Tale 8. Mister Pushkin Loses a Life - Another escape attempt leads Mister Pushkin into a dangerous situation...Tale 9. Mister Pushkin and the Flying Mouse - Mister Pushkin explores Emma's garden, and brings Klem a delightful gift...Tale 10. Mister Pushkin Sees a Ghost - Mister Pushkin sees something Klem can't...Tale 11. Mister Pushkin Calms the Storm - Mister Pushkin and Klem encourage Emma to forgive her brother...Tale 12. Mister Pushkin ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Rachael Hilton. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/213828/bk_acx0_213828_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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No Quarter: Dominium: The Complete Series , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 1143min
Welcome to the wickedest city on earth.... Ye be warned - this series contains sexual situations, drug usage, foul language, crude humor, beaky parrots, and tedious historical details. This collection includes books 1-6. Against the political stage of 1689 Port Royal, Jamaica, the unswerving Atia Crisp is thrust into the world of bondage, violence, beauty, and love. Shipwrecked and sold into slavery with her sister Livia, the pair are soon separated and Atia is used as a pawn in a card game. Captivated by her beauty, Atia is swiftly liberated by sugar merchant, Capitaine la Roche (also known as the pirate, Gator Gar), whose past is stained with blood and grief. La Roche works with a network of friends and allies including local strumpet, Cherry Banks, Theodore Binge the card shark and the kindly, medication loving Dr. Strangewayes. Soon Atia and la Roche are ushered away to safety after a mysterious outbreak of scarlet fever wreaks havoc on the city. Within the luxuriant tropical confines of Dr. Strangewayes's plantation at the foothills of the Blue Mountains, bonds of friendship are formed and the fierce love between Atia and Capitaine la Roche becomes absolute. Atia is reunited with her sister, piratical father, and unexpected old friends. However, nowhere is safe as spies seek out both Atia and la Roche for the bounties on their heads. Neither of them can escape the shadows of their former lives and must rely on each other's strengths for survival. Their journey leads them to an inevitable conflict that threatens their world, but inches them closer towards freedom. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Elaine Baden. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/084273/bk_acx0_084273_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Comfort Food , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 650min
A smart and deliciously funny novel by the best-selling author of The Friday Night Knitting Club - and "readers will be cheering" (Bookreporter.com)....Shortly before turning the big five-oh, Cooking with Gusto! TV personality Augusta "Gus" Simpson finds herself planning a birthday party she’d rather ignore - her own. To make things worse, the network wants to boost her ratings by teaming Gus with the beautiful, ambitious, and younger Carmen Vega - the former Miss Spain, no less.But Gus isn’t going without a fight - whether it’s off set with her two demanding daughters, on camera with the vicious beauty queen herself, or after hours with Oliver, the new culinary producer who’s raising Gus’ temperature beyond the comfort zone. Now, in pursuit of higher ratings and culinary delights, Gus might be able to rejuvenate more than just her career."Fresh, tasty Comfort Food goes down mighty easily.... Kate Jacobs’s breezy follow-up to her bestselling The Friday Night Knitting Club is a satisfying read that showcases Jacobs’s skill in creating endearingly flawed characters.... The kind of book you rush home to finish." (USA Today)"[A] warm and irresistible story.... Highly recommended." (Library Journal)"Jacobs has once again crafted a luxuriant yarn of a story.... Comfort Food is good for the heart and the soul, serving up a rich pastiche of friendship and motherhood, with a savory side of romance, too." (BookPage)"Real comfort food makes us feel safe and warm inside. It brings together family and friends by blending years, memories, and tastes. The novel Comfort Food by Kate Jacobs brings all these elements to the table." (The Paper Palate) ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Barbara Rosenblat. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/peng/001149/bk_peng_001149_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Prince Lestat: The Vampire Chronicles , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 1132min
A stunning departure, a surprising and compelling return… From Anne Rice, perennial best-seller, single-handed reinventor of the vampire cosmology - a new, exhilarating novel, a deepening of her vampire mythology, and a chillingly hypnotic mystery-thriller. Rice once again summons up the irresistible spirit-world of the oldest and most powerful forces of the night, invisible beings unleashed on an unsuspecting world able to take blood from humans, in a long-awaited return to the extraordinary world of the Vampire Chronicles and the uniquely seductive Queen of the Damned, a long-awaited novel that picks up where The Vampire Lestat left off more than a quarter of a century ago to create an extraordinary new world of spirits and forces - the characters, legend, and lore of all the Vampire Chronicles. The novel opens with the vampire world in crisis… vampires have been proliferating out of control; burnings have commenced all over the world, huge massacres similar to those carried out by Akasha in The Queen of the Damned… Old vampires, roused from slumber in the earth are doing the bidding of a Voice commanding that they indiscriminately burn vampire-mavericks in cities from Paris and Mumbai to Hong Kong, Kyoto, and San Francisco. As the novel moves from present-day New York and the West Coast to ancient Egypt, fourth century Carthage, 14th-century Rome, the Venice of the Renaissance, the worlds and beings of all the Vampire Chronicles - Louis de Pointe du Lac; the eternally young Armand, whose face is that of a Boticelli angel; Mekare and Maharet, Pandora and Flavius; David Talbot, vampire and ultimate fixer from the secret Talamasca; and Marius, the true Child of the Millennia; along with all the other new seductive, supernatural creatures - come together in this large, luxuriant, fiercely ambitious novel to ultimately rise up and seek out who - or what - the Voice is… From the Hardcover edition. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Simon Vance. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/rand/003991/bk_rand_003991_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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