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One of the most well-known and influential autobiographies ever written, The Education of Henry Adams is told in the third person, as if its author were watching his own life unwind. It begins with his early life in Quincy, the family seat outside of Boston, and soon moves on to primary school, Harvard College, and beyond. He learns about the unpredictability of politics from statesmen and diplomats, and the newest discoveries in technology, science, history, and art from some of the most important thinkers and creators of the day. In essentially every case, Adams claims, his education and upbringing let him down, leaving him in the dark.But as the historian David S. Brown puts it, this is a ¿charade¿: The Education¿s ¿greatest irony is its claim to telling the story of its author¿s ignorance, confusion, and misdirection.¿ Instead, Adams uses its ¿vigorous prose and confident assertions¿ to attack ¿the West after 1400.¿ For instance, industrialization and technology make Adams wonder ¿whether the American people knew where they were driving.¿ And in one famous chapter, ¿The Dynamo and the Virgin,¿ he contrasts the rise of electricity and the power it brings with the strength and resilience of religious belief in the Middle Ages.The grandson and great-grandson of two presidents and the son of a politician and diplomat who served under Lincoln as minister to Great Britain, Adams was born into immense privilege, as he knew well: ¿Probably no child, born in the year, held better cards than he.¿ After growing up a Boston Brahmin, he worked as a journalist, historian, and professor, moving in early middle age to Washington.Although Adams distributed a privately printed edition of a hundred copies of The Education for friends and family in 1907, it wasn¿t published more widely until 1918, the year he died. The book won the Pulitzer Prize for biography in 1919, and in 1999 a Modern Library panel placed it first on its list of the best nonfiction books published in the twentieth century.

John Ruskin¿s essay Unto This Last quickly made him a household name in Victorian England, and marked a shift in his work away from art criticism and towards social issues. The title comes from Jesus¿ parable of the workers in the vineyard, wherein a landowner agrees to pay all his workers the same amount, regardless of how much work they actually did. Though the parable is an allegory about religious conversions, Ruskin analyzed it from a literal, economic point of view.Ruskin strongly criticizes the 19th century economic orthodoxy, in particular the works of David Ricardo and John Stuart Mill. He argues that their view of economics is flawed due to an implicit assumption that wealth can only be measured in money and material goods. Any policy or set of ethics that accepts this definition of wealth therefore neglects any non-measurable kind of value. The pursuit of this kind of wealth leads people to accept (or more often ignore) human suffering as a necessary part of the economy.Unto This Last remains a highly influential and often-criticized book. It was an inspiration to many prominent people, including Mahatma Gandhi, who published his own paraphrased Gujarati translation in 1908.

"The Pied Piper of Hamelin and Other Poems" is a collection of enchanting and timeless poems written by Robert Browning. The book includes the famous narrative poem "The Pied Piper of Hamelin," along with several other captivating works that showcase Browning's literary genius.The collection opens with "The Pied Piper of Hamelin," a narrative poem that tells the tale of a small town in Germany plagued by a rat infestation. When the townspeople refuse to pay the piper for his services, he exacts a terrible revenge by luring all the children away with his magical pipe. This classic poem is beloved for its engaging storytelling, vivid imagery, and thought-provoking themes.Among the other poems in the collection, readers will find "Home-Thoughts, from Abroad," a beautiful tribute to nature and the longing for home, and "The Lost Leader," a stirring political poem that reflects Browning's views on leadership and betrayal. "Meeting at Night" and "Parting at Morning" are a pair of romantic poems that capture the emotions of love and longing.Another gem in the collection is "My Last Duchess," a dramatic monologue in which a duke reveals his dark and possessive nature while discussing a portrait of his deceased wife. The poem delves into themes of power, jealousy, and control, and remains one of Browning's most celebrated works.Browning's poems are characterized by their rich language, complex narrative structures, and exploration of human psychology and emotions. His mastery of dramatic monologues, in particular, allows readers to step into the minds of various characters and gain insight into their motivations and struggles."The Pied Piper of Hamelin and Other Poems" is a treasure trove of literary gems that showcases Browning's versatility and poetic brilliance. Each poem offers a unique perspective on life, love, and human nature, making the collection a delightful and thought-provoking read for readers of all ages.

Slave trade and circumstances have forced Oba Ookpala, of 19th century West African Benoni-Obadom, to live life without his faith in God, his beloved Queen Iredia, and their children. There is a Slave pirate on the prowl. Royals were sold as slaves. There is a missing pregnant Queen. She possibly carries the heir to the throne. Will the lost Queen and the heir of Benoni be recovered?

" In "Dooryard Stories" by Clara Dillingham Pierson, enter a charming world where nature comes alive through a collection of delightful tales. This enchanting book invites readers to explore the wonders of the dooryard, the area near the house, where small creatures and fascinating plants capture the imagination.Through a series of captivating stories, Clara Dillingham Pierson introduces readers to the fascinating lives of animals, insects, and plants found in the dooryard. From curious rabbits to industrious ants and beautiful flowers, each story offers valuable lessons about resilience, friendship, and the interconnectedness of all living things.Pierson's storytelling paints vivid pictures of the dooryard, creating a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world. Through her narratives, readers are encouraged to observe and appreciate the beauty and intricacies of the creatures and plants that surround us every day.Join Clara Dillingham Pierson on a journey through the dooryard, where you'll encounter heartwarming tales, delightful characters, and a deeper understanding of the wonders of nature."

What if a woman ruled Germany in 1914? This alternate history explores that very question. An elaborate attempt to rid Germany of the Hohenzollerns has left a young sole heiress, Christiana, to take the throne of the German Empire. But this is no typical princess, hidden away in a gilded cage. This college educated, expert fencer, and accomplished equestrienne is not the meek little girl the politicians think they will be able to control. She has her own ideas how to rule!

One man. Two worlds. A million reasons to say no... but at what cost? Al-Khidr was inside the Hall of Stars, and now he was moving inside a wormhole-a cosmic tunnel that opened up right above the Hall of Stars was spiraling down through galaxies like a coiled serpent from planet Lyra towards Earth. He was unaware of the alien major General Hatathor who was also sucked into the wormhole due to his own act of charging sequence disruption. Where the wormhole was leading? None of them knew. But the one thing sure to the aliens was that the jump was going to happen both in time and space.

Two master spies, orphans, trained from childhood, one German and one English, lovers and enemies, play a private game that will rearrange Europe and then the world. Told in a series of short stories illuminating their lives, from their training to their deaths.

IL RACCONTO MEDIEVALE PREFERITO DALLA GIOVANE LUCIA, ADOLESCENTE DI ASSEMINI, PRENDE VITA DURANTE LE VACANZE ESTIVE DI QUEST'ULTIMA.ANDATA A SAINT-VINCENT PER VISITARE MONUMENTI STORICI, LA RAGAZZA FINISCE NEL PASSATO ASSIEME ALLA SUA FAMIGLIA.PROPRIO IN QUEL LUOGO PROTAGONISTA DI MITI E LEGGENDE, LUCIA SCOPRE LA SUA VERA STORIA E RIESCE A TRASFORMARE LA SUA VITA IN UN CAPOLAVORO.Il temuto nobile Vaniglian, il conte Tauraran, il quale vuole diventare povero, i tavernieri della Gratulantes e persino una famosa scultrice e cantante saranno al fianco della ragazza per unire passato e presente in un'unica sinfonia. Quale sarà l'unico e vero legame tra le varie epoche? Cosa impareranno gli antichi dalla storia di Lucia?In memory of MR Giovanni Molaschi.

Michael Beckman es un racista virulento, fanático y negador del Holocausto; también es un prospecto para el notorio club de motociclistas Skuldmen en Wisconsin. Cuando se entera de que su esposa está teniendo una aventura, Beckman se pone furioso después de descubrir que el hombre con el que se escapó su esposa es afroamericano.Después de heredar la casa de su tía anciana y todas sus posesiones mundanas, en su ático encuentra un tesoro nazi y un espejo antiguo escondido desde la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Talladas en el marco de madera en la parte superior del espejo están las misteriosas palabras Das Portal. No pasa mucho tiempo antes de que Beckman descubra que The Mirror es una puerta de entrada a otro mundo.Perseguido por miembros de los Skuldmen que quieren hacerle daño físico severo, y acorralado por la policía que investiga el aparente asesinato y desaparición de su esposa y su amante, Michael pronto se encuentra en una situación de la que no tiene escapatoria. Como último recurso, recurre a El Espejo en busca de salvación.

Sent forty years into the past by a spell of Chief Sitting Bull, General George Custer and the 7th Cavalry joined with Davy Crockett in a desperate struggle to defend the Alamo. Now it's March, 1836. Having survived the battle, Custer and Crockett must decide how to win independence for Texas. Opposing them are the Mexican Army under Antonio López de Santa Anna, and the Brazos Convention, dedicated to imposing a slave constitution. Determined to prevent the American Civil War, the journey of Custer and Crockett will take them from the Gulf of Mexico to the gold fields of California, with the future of a continent hanging in the balance.