Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

The Assassination of President Lincoln: And the Trial of the Conspirators David E. Herold, Mary E. Surratt, Lewis Payne, George A. Atzerodt by Benn Pitman is a comprehensive account of one of the most shocking events in American history. This meticulously documented volume provides an in-depth look into the tragic assassination of President Abraham Lincoln and the subsequent trial of those involved in the conspiracy.Pitman, a prominent stenographer, offers a unique perspective by pr...

In "The Assassination of President Lincoln and the Trial of the Conspirators," Benn Pitman provides a meticulous account of one of the most harrowing events in American history: the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. This volume reflects Pitman'Äôs legal background and acute investigative insight, combining a documentary style with vivid narrative elements that capture the emotional weight and political ramifications of the event. The book not only details the assassination itself...

A helpful guide full of simple and easy to follow exercises, perfect for anybody wishing to learn the art of writing shorthand.

‘One of the greatest ever writers for children’ – Garth Nix‘A true original’ – Katherine Rundell‘Truly magical … Guaranteed to leave you gasping’ The Bookseller‘She is the best writer of magical fantasy for children’ Evening StandardDeciding she has nothing more to lose, Sophie makes her way to the moving castle that hovers on the hills above her town, Market Chipping. But ...

New York Times Bestselling AuthorGive the gift of STARDUST!Young Tristran Thorn will do anything to win the cold heart of beautiful Victoria—even fetch her the star they watch fall from the night sky. But to do so, he must enter the unexplored lands on the other side of the ancient wall that gives their tiny village its name. Beyond that old stone wall, Tristran learns, lies Faerie—where nothing not even a fallen star, is what he imagined.From the #1 New York Ti...

In this book "How To Live a Positive Life: The Art of Living Well" Dr. Robert Puff teach us how to live a positive, healthy life by managing what influences we allow into our lives. This includes external influences such as the people we spend time with, what we listen to and watch. It also includes internal influences such as self-talk, mental conditioning and others. You will learn tips for maintaining healthy boundaries and knowing whether a relationship is a "keeper" or "tosser". You w...

**#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Experience the book that started the Quiet Movement and revolutionized how the world sees introverts—and how introverts see themselves—by offering validation, inclusion, and inspiration“Superbly researched, deeply insightful, and a fascinating read, Quiet is an indispensable resource for anyone who wants to understand the gifts of the introverted half of the population.”—Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project**

Are you tired of never achieving your dreams and goals and watching opportunities pass you by?Are you tired of living on the edge because of all the stress you have in your life from procrastinating?"Procrastination is the process by which people intentionally or habitually delay a task by finding excuses to avoid it, or ignoring it altogether."Everyone procrastinates from time to time. For some people, procrastination is a nuisance slowing down the inevitable. But ...

From #1 internationally bestselling author Matthew Reilly—the action-packed thriller in the blockbuster and bestselling tradition of Jurassic Park!It is a secret the Chinese government has been keeping for forty years. They have proven the existence of dragons—a landmark discovery no one could ever believe is real, and a scientific revelation that will amaze the world. Now the Chinese are ready to unveil their astonishing findings within the greatest zoo e...

The New York Times bestselling author’s “trademark blend of action, earthy humor, magic, and romance is on full display” in her Call of Crows series debut (Publishers Weekly).Kera Watson never expected to face death behind a Los Angeles coffee shop. Not after surviving two tours lugging an M16 around the Middle East. If it wasn’t for her hot Viking customer showing up too late to help, nobody would even see her di...

The third mini-ebook by the acclaimed author of What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast reveals how a few simple changes can make you more productive and fulfilled in your career.In her bestselling mini-ebook What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast, Laura Vanderkam showed us how to take advantage of our often ignored morning hours to achieve our dreams.Then in the sequel, What the Most Successful People Do on th...