The films of Andrei Tarkovsky have been revered as ranking on a par with the masterpieces of Russia's novelists and composers. His work, from films such as Ivan's Childhood, Andrei Rublev, Solaris, Mirror, Nostalgia and Sacrifice, has had an enormous influence on the style of contemporary European film, with its open narrative structures and slow, pensive mood; yet Tarkovsky has remained an elusive subject for reflection and analysis. T...

Crime and Punishment, The Brothers Karamazov, Demons, The Idiot – the complex and prolific Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881) is responsible for some of our greatest literary works and most enduring characters. He is acknowledged by critics as a pre-eminent writer of psychological fiction and a precursor of twentieth-century existentialism.Set in the troubled political and social world of nineteenth-century Russia, this book describes how Dostoevsky’s...

This book is neither a History nor a Topography of the Territory of Utah in the early seventies of the last century. The volume is due to the experiences of an outsider who tried to be impartial in his views and sympathies. The personal note, of course, rings in this record of those past days. No onslaught is made on the "wild and woolly" west, nor on the eccentric religion of the majority of the people. Through much peril and privation, the wild wastes of the Territory had been occupied b...

"Tenderfoot Days" is a memoir written by George Robert Bird that tells the story of his youth in the American West during the late 19th century.Born in Iowa in 1862, Bird moved with his family to Kansas and then to Colorado as a young boy. Growing up in the rugged and untamed wilderness of the West, Bird had many adventures and experiences that shaped his life and worldview."Tenderfoot Days" is a collection of stories and anecdotes from Bird's youth, including his encounters with Native Am...

This is a memoir by a non-Mormon about his experiences in the prospecting camps of Utah at the turn of the 19th century. Written as a first-person perspective by an outsider, it gives a sympathetic account of the Mormons, but also brings up some darker aspects about their history. It's also pretty racist towards Native Americans, so, as always with these old books, please bear in mind the context and the era in which it was written.

Provides a series of fourteen addresses delivered in 1993 before the Senate by Senator Robert C. Byrd. Discusses the constitutional history of separated and shared powers as shaped in the republic and empire of ancient Rome. These lectures are also in opposition to the proposed line-item veto concept. The introduction states that Senator Byrd delivered these speeches entirely from memory and without notes.

A beautifully illustrated account of the Greek myth of Jason and the Argonauts with informative details from the award-winning author of Electric BenThe story of Jason and the Argonauts is one of the earliest recorded Greek myths. Here, master artist Robert Byrd has created a striking telling of the legend for a new generation of readers. Complete with explanatory notes and illustrated back matter, Jason and the Argonauts traces each step of our h...

The protagonist of the novel is a young Spanish knight named Don Amador de Leste, who joins Cortés’s expedition to the New World in search of adventure and glory. He is accompanied by his loyal servant Jacinto. As they journey through the treacherous landscapes of Mexico, they encounter various indigenous tribes, including the powerful Aztecs, and witness the complex and often violent interactions between the Spanish conquistadors and the native peoples.Don Amador's story is intertwined wi...

The Hawks of Hawk-Hollow: A Tradition of Pennsylvania, Volume 1 by Robert Montgomery Bird is more than just a story—it is a powerful journey into the heart of human passion, mystery, and the deep roots of American tradition.In this audiobook, Bird’s masterful storytelling breathes life into a tale where the echoes of Pennsylvania’s past meet timeless human struggles. The narrative blends romance, suspense, and history, weaving together a landscape ...

"Sheppard Lee, Written by Himself" is a compelling narrative that captures the essence of early American literature through its innovative use of a fictional autobiography. In this two-volume work published in 1836, Robert Montgomery Bird employs a unique blend of satire and social commentary, illustrating the adventures of Sheppard Lee, a man who experiences life through multiple identities after a series of bizarre reincarnations. Bird's prose is infused with humor, yet it evokes deep re...

The novel follows the adventures of Nick, a frontiersman of mixed race, as he navigates the challenges of life on the prairie. The narrative is filled with elements of adventure, romance, and exploration, offering readers a glimpse into the rugged and often perilous existence of those living on the American frontier.Robert Montgomery Bird was known for his historical romances, and "Nick of the Woods" is an example of his work within the frontier fiction genre. The novel is notable for its ...

This work offers a step-by-step guide on how to utilize the law as a source of value in organizations. Robert C. Bird demonstrates how legal knowledge can be a valuable asset for firms, providing them with a sustainable competitive advantage that is difficult for rivals to imitate. Bird presents a five-part framework that outlines how firms can use legal knowledge in competitive markets and how they can avoid misusing it. Chapters also highlight how firms can cultivate legal knowledge and ...