One of the best known atheists ever to have lived, Christopher Hitchens was also renowned as being one of the most articulate debaters of modern times. Until his death in 2011 he was regularly quoted in the media due to his controversial views on religion and politics.A much revered character, Hitchens was always one to stay true to his beliefs. This book brings together some of his finest quotes on a range of topics.

Henry Gower dies, and his widow and daughter discover that the comfortable fortune they lived on never existed. Mildred, brought up for nothing but a good marriage, sells herself to a rich and repellent older man, finds the bargain unbearable, and leaves him to train her voice for the opera stage, with talent, debts and no protector. Phillips was the muckraker whose Treason of the Senate so enraged Roosevelt that the President coined the word to insult him; he was shot dead in the street a...

A machine boss owns a Midwestern city; a young woman of the best family joins the socialists who mean to take it from him, and finds her own father's money is part of the machine. Phillips was the muckraker whose Treason of the Senate so enraged Theodore Roosevelt that the President coined the word muckraker to insult him; he was shot dead in the street at forty-three, and this 1911 novel is his most direct about who owns America.

A rough Western politician arrives in Washington determined to be President, and a woman of the capital's best society decides to take him in hand — and each is using the other with complete clarity. Phillips was the muckraker whose Treason of the Senate so enraged Roosevelt that the President coined the word to insult him; he was shot dead in the street at forty-three, and the Washington here is drawn from his own reporting.

"If you don't have humour, then you may as well nail the coffin lid down now."Sir Roger Moore is the personification of the English gentleman, renowned the world over for his prominent roles in some of the all time classics, most notably, of course, as the legendary James Bond. As well as his successful acting career, Moore has done much work for charity and his handsome looks and dry wit have charmed many across the globe.This book brings you his thoughts on a number of to...

The NPR reporter offers an "engaging and enlightening" window into late-90s Cuba, "from the cafes in Havana to the mysterious lairs of Santiago de Cuba" ( Kirkus Reviews).For NPR commentator Andrei Codrescu, reporting from Cuba on the eve of Pope John Paul II's 1998 visit was an opportunity to understand the realities of life in a country that has long been the subject of stereotypes and misconceptions. Following the collapse of the Soviet Union, Cuba was t...

Clint Eastwood is one of Hollywood's biggest successes. Originally known for his roles in westerns, he has since demonstrated his versatility in a range of genres and has proven to be as talented a director as he is an actor.Outside of his work, Eastwood is renowned as a strong personality who is never one to hide his views. This book brings together many of his best quotes and provides an extensive insight into one of the most interesting characters in showbiz.

In "A Woman Ventures," David Graham Phillips explores the struggles and triumphs of women reclaiming their autonomy in the early 20th century. This novel intricately weaves elements of realism and social critique, employing a poignant narrative style that reflects Phillips's commitment to exposing societal norms. Through the journey of its protagonist, Phillips addresses themes of gender inequality, personal ambition, and the constraints imposed by patriarchal society, all set against the ...

High Society Romance: 40 Gilded Age Novels surveys the glittering yet precarious world of wealth, marriage, inheritance, and social ambition across a broad transatlantic canon. Its selections range from drawing-room comedy and sentimental courtship to psychological realism, sensation fiction, social satire, and morally searching domestic drama. Beneath scenes of balls, country houses, fashionable resorts, and carefully brokered engagements, the volume exposes tensions of class mobility, ge...

In "The Plum Tree," David Graham Phillips likely explores themes such as social class, ambition, and the pursuit of happiness. The title "The Plum Tree" may symbolize prosperity, growth, or the fulfillment of desires, and it suggests a focus on themes related to success and fulfillment.David Graham Phillips was known for his realistic portrayals of American society and his exploration of the lives of ordinary people striving for better lives. "The Plum Tree" is likely to feature well-drawn...

The novel likely delves into social themes, exploring the lives, struggles, and ambitions of the descendants or second generation of prominent families. Phillips oftenwrote about social issues and the effects of wealth and privilege on individuals and families, and "The Second Generation" might similarly explore the complexities and challenges faced by those born into wealth or influence.As with many of Phillips' works, this novel might delve into the tensions between old money and new asp...

This novel is a satirical and social commentary on the upper echelons of New York City society during the Gilded Age, a period of American history characterized by great wealth and excess among the upper classes. The story follows the titular character, Joshua Craig, a successful and ambitious lawyer who rises through the ranks of society. Joshua Craig is a self-made man who navigates the complexities of high society and becomes entangled in various romantic and social adventures.Through t...