Alexander Wallace Rimington pioneered the synthesis of colour and music, marrying the arts of sound and light to a mutual aesthetic and emotional effect. In this book he explains his art in detail, complete with photographs of the Colour Organ, an explanation of the relationship between the musical scale and color, and a lengthy discussion of scientific/psychological theory related to colour and harmony."Very briefly, my aim has been to deal with Colour in a new way, and to place it...

The United States is, relatively speaking, a new country; the colonies from which it sprung were settled by Europeans in the seventeenth century, and it gained independence only in the late eighteenth century. Despite this relative youth, the country has been host to a rich tradition of folklore and tall tales. This begs the question: if the country's fate had turned out differently, what would have this storytelling tradition have looked like? What stories would be told in these other Ame...

What will the end of the world be like?Plague or nuclear fire? Asteroids or floods?Divine wrath or people meddling with what should have been left alone?The apocalypse may come in the future, but what apocalypses might have occurred if history had played out differently? What if nukes had flown during the Cuban Missile Crisis? What if an asteroid had been on a collision course with Earth before the first person could set foot on the Moon? What if humanity destroyed it...

In "Sir William Wallace," Alexander Falconer Murison offers a compelling exploration of the life and legacy of one of Scotland's most iconic historical figures. Murison's narrative weaves together meticulous historical research with evocative prose, creating an engaging account that not only chronicles Wallace's valiant struggles against English oppression but also situates him within the broader context of medieval Scottish nationalism. The book artfully balances biographical detail with ...

BOOK 1 in the Wallace of the Secret Service SeriesChief of the Intelligence Department Sir Leonard Wallace - bearing always the hall mark of coolness and wit - is up to his earlobes in trouble. Summoned by the Viceroy of India, he makes a rapid flight to India to investigate the mysterious death of British officer Major Elliot and the theft of some very important dispatches.

CONTENTS: PHILIP K. DICK 1. Adjustment Team PHILIP K. DICK 2. The Crystal Crypt PHILIP K. DICK 3. The Golden Man PHILIP K. DICK 4. The Hanging Stranger WILKIE COLLINS 5. The Angler's Story Of The Lady Of Glenwith Grange RAFAEL SABATINI 6. The Fool's Love Story RAFAEL SABATINI 7. The Prize O.HENRY 8. The Phonograph and the Graft MAX PEMBERTON 9. A Miracle of Bells MAX PEMBERTON 10. The Risen Dead MAX PEMBERTON 11. The Wolf of Cismon MAX PEMBERTON 12. Treasure of White Creek 13. B. 24 EDGAR ...

The Most Wonderful Christmas Tales Of All Time is an exquisite anthology that captures the heartwarming essence and infinite diversity of storytelling inspired by the yuletide spirit. Encompassing a range of genres from classic drama to fairy tales and transformative narratives, this collection splendidly showcases tales that explore themes of generosity, hope, and the magic of Christmas. The eclectic array of stories speaks to the classical, romantic, and even modernist literary contexts,...

In the enchanting collection, *The Santa's Great Treasure Chest: 450+ Christmas Novels, Tales, Carols & Legends,* readers are invited to embark on a literary journey through the multifaceted world of Christmas narratives. This anthology offers a kaleidoscope of stories, carols, and legends, skillfully encapsulating a range of emotions and experiences tied to the festive season. The compendium includes tales of joy, wonder, and reflection, with standout pieces that capture the essence of Ch...

CONTENTS: ALEXANDER PUSHKIN 1. The Queen of Spades ALGERNON BLACKWOOD: 2. Confession 3. S. O. S. 4. The Wings of Horus ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE 5. B. 24 ARTHUR O. FRIEL: 6. The Spider 7. The Vulture ARTHUR QUILLER-COUCH: 8. Statement of Gabriel Foot, Highwayman 9. The Affair of Bleakirk-on-Sands 10. The Countess of Bellarmine ARTHUR STRINGER: 11. The Adolescence of Number Eighty-Seven 12. The Button Thief 13. The Wire-Tappers ARTHUR TRAIN: 14. Extradition 15. The Baron de Ville 16. The Golden To...

Two owl detectives solve the mystery of the cupcake thief in this installment of a charming early reader series, perfect for fans of the Owl Diaries.These best friends are partners in the Night Owl Detective Agency and work together to solve mysteries!When Monty the chipmunk's cupcake is stolen, he thinks Sal the groundhog took it. If Wallace and Grace want to prove that Sal is the cupcake thief, they will need to look for clues and talk to witnesses. But wha...

e-artnow presents to you the greatest Christmas novels, magical Christmas tales, legends, most famous carols and the unique poetry of the giants of literature dedicated to this one and only holiday: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christmas The Child Born at Bethlehem The Adoration of the Shepherds The Visit of the Wise Men As J...

This book, newly updated, contains now several HTML tables of contents that will make reading a real pleasure! The first table of contents (at the very beginning of the ebook) lists the titles of all novels included in this volume. By clicking on one of those titles you will be redirected to the beginning of that work, where you'll find a new TOC that lists all the chapters and sub-chapters of that specific work. 1. Little Women (Louisa May Alcott) 2. The Divine Comedy (Dante Alighieri) 3....