Biography & Autobiography - General

Delve into the brilliant mind of Thomas Babington Macaulay with "The Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches of Lord Macaulay, Vol. 1 of 4." This volume presents a curated collection of Macaulay's insightful essays, specifically his contributions to *Knight's Quarterly Magazine*. Explore a range of subjects...

Theodore Dreiser's "Twelve Men" offers a compelling collection of biographical sketches, providing insightful character studies of men Dreiser knew. A departure from his celebrated novels, this work delves into the lives of real individuals, exploring their personalities, ambitions, and struggles in the early 20th...

"Essays" by Alice Meynell offers a collection of insightful reflections and observations on life, literature, and art. This volume showcases Meynell's elegant prose and keen intellect, solidifying her place as a significant voice in English literature. Delve into literary criticism that explores enduring themes,...

Explore the world of literary giants with John Kelman's "Among Famous Books," a collection of insightful essays on celebrated authors and their enduring works. This volume offers a journey through literature history, presenting thoughtful literary criticism and analysis. Delve into engaging perspectives on well-known...

Explore the perilous lives and legacies of writers in P. H. Ditchfield's "Books Fatal to Their Authors." This captivating volume delves into the intriguing stories behind prohibited books and the authors who dared to pen them. Uncover the historical context of censorship and the...

Explore the intricate world of John Lyly, a pivotal figure in Elizabethan literature, through this insightful critical study by John Dover Wilson. Delve into the works of this influential 16th-century English dramatist and author of "Euphues," examining his impact on prose, poetry, and the...

Step back in time and explore the refined world of 19th-century American society with Eliot Gregory's "Worldly Ways and Byways." This collection of essays offers a fascinating glimpse into the etiquette and social customs that governed the era. Delve into the intricacies of manners,...

Embark on a journey through 19th-century Europe with Nathaniel Hawthorne in "Passages From the French and Italian Notebooks, Volume 1." This captivating collection offers a glimpse into the author's personal travels and observations across Italy and France. More than just a travelogue, these notebooks...

Originally published in 1918 for use by the United States Navy, this manual offers a comprehensive introduction to the science of naval ordnance and gunnery. Starting with the basics of ballistics and the physics of projectiles, it goes on to cover everything from small...

This book provides a detailed account of the history of Ocean County, New Jersey, from its formation in 1850 to the time it published which was in 1878. The author offers readers an intimate look into the challenges and successes that the community experienced...

This book is a guide to landscape sketching and provides practical tips and techniques for creating sketches. It is a valuable resource for artists, amateur and professional, and those interested in landscape sketching.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and...

Girolamo Zanchi's work presents a detailed exposition of the doctrine of predestination from a Calvinist perspective. Drawing heavily from Augustine and other church fathers, Zanchi argues that God has predestined certain individuals to eternal life and others to eternal damnation. This work is an...

This collection of papers from founding father James Madison offers a unique window into one of the most pivotal periods of American history. From the framing of the Constitution to the War of 1812, Madison's writings are a crucial resource for anyone wanting to...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

A New Years Eve party in London during the hedonistic rave culture of the late 90s and an encounter with a tattooed urban warrior led Summer Crystalcrow on a mythic journey. A journey that led her to the vast expanses of the Navajo and...

SYNOPSIS Despite a happy, loving start to life, some dire choices in Kerryn's teens sent this young Australian woman into a wild path of self-destruction.In a brutally honest account Kerryn describes the terrifying scenes she witnessed as what began as "a bit of fun"...

Author: PattonISBN-10: 0873387538ISBN-13: 9780873387538Publisher: Kent State University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/21/2003Pages: 196Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.59lbsSize: 8.78h x 10.84w x 0.81d

The process of nominating two persons who will ultimately compete for the presidency is long, complicated, exhausting, and expensive. The 1988 presidential primary campaigns were no exception, as Democratic and Republican candidates spent countless hours and millions of dollars to win votes and delegates...

Author: William M. Armstrong,Michael Armstrong,UnknownISBN-10: 0837197112ISBN-13: 9780837197111Publisher: PraegerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/29/1977Pages: 270Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.01lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.63d

For a number of years Roger Scruton has contributed a weekly article to the Financial Times on country matters. Always beautifully written, one of these pieces (Vegetables) won the 2002 prize from The Queen's English Society for the best piece of prose writing of...

This first full-length biography documents the strong family ties and loyalties that shaped Daniels's character and demonstrates the extent to which his religion bred not only the merry puritanism but also the moral courage that figured in his career and in his personal life....

"If your life has been somehow shaped by pain, we have something in common. The good news is that isn't where your story ends, this is just where it begins." Claire Standing Well is a beautifully crafted story about faith, both finding it and...

The story of a young girl, her sister and mother who are forcibly removed from their home in Eastern Poland at the beginning of World War II by the Red Army and deported into the interior of Soviet Russia.Author: Barbara PorajskaISBN-10: 0557504295ISBN-13: 9780557504299Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage:...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Non-Fiction/New Age Have you ever asked yourself - Is There Life After Death? What exactly happens when we pass away? Can we truly communicate with the deceased? You will find irrefutable proof of communication with the deceased in "The Littlest Crusade" by Des Long....

This book offers a series of biographical portraits of the young performers who have reached superstardom in today's popular culture. Who are the superstar icons of the new century--the singers and actors who are captivating today's audiences? Get to know them in this exciting...

At the close of the 20th C., the formal end of a period strongly influenced by Winston S. Churchill as well as other political giants such as Stalin, Hitler, Mao Tse-Tung, and FDR, scholars continued to discuss and evaluate Churchill and will continue to...

Gerald Finzi (1901-1956) was a British composer, editor, author, and outdoorsman/agrarian. Many of his works (a body of fewer than 50) are choral or solo vocal in nature. At the heart of his musical contributions is a unique blend of the metaphysical and mystical...