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Robert Gilbert Vansittart Baron Vansittart, Nolan Taylor

In "The Singing Caravan: A Sufi Tale," Robert Gilbert Vansittart weaves a rich tapestry of mysticism and spiritual exploration, drawing upon the deep well of Sufi tradition. This lyrical narrative immerses readers in the colorful journey of characters traversing the landscapes of the soul, encapsulating themes of love, unity, and the quest for enlightenment. With a prose style that is both evocative and poetic, Vansittart employs allegory and parable to illuminate the esoteric teachings of...

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Robert E. Gilbert

"Thy Rocks and Rills" is a poetic masterpiece by Robert E. Gilbert that celebrates the beauty and majesty of nature. Through vivid imagery and lyrical prose, Gilbert invites readers on a journey through rugged landscapes, rolling hills, and majestic mountains.The title itself, "Thy Rocks and Rills," hints at the focus of the work: the enduring grandeur of the natural world. Gilbert's poetry captures the essence of the outdoors, from the tranquil babbling of brooks to the towering peaks tha...

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Robert C Gilbert

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Beresa Children’s Stories

In this story, Kalola Koala could not find her way back to her favourite gum tree. Find out how her friends Wobbly Wallaby and Kooky Kookaburra help her find it again.The Beresa series of books are pleasant children’s stories about interesting Australian animals written in easy-to-read poem form, and delightfully illustrated with photos of the animals in each story. These positive stories are specifically crafted to help early readers (aged 4 to 8), but can be enjoyed by all ages.

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Euripides

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Theodore Alois Buckley, Edward P. Coleridge, Gilbert Murray, Robert Potter

Along with Aeschylus and Sophocles, Euripides is one of the three ancient Greek tragedians for whom any plays have survived in full.Euripides is identified with theatrical innovations that have profoundly influenced drama down to modern times, especially in the representation of traditional, mythical heroes as ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances.His contemporaries associated him with Socrates as a leader of a decadent intellectualism. But he was also the literary a...

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Robert E. Gilbert

Available in a new digital edition with reflowable text suitable for e-readersThe presidency is hazardous to your health. Fully two-thirds of our presidents have died before reaching their life-expectancy- despite being wealthier, better educated, and better cared for that most Americans. In Mortal Presidency, the first complete account of death and illness in the White House, Robert E. Gilbert looks at modern presidents including Coolidge, FDR, Eisenhower...

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Robert E. Gilbert

Thy Rocks and Rills by Robert E. Gilbert is a beautifully evocative and emotionally resonant story that captures the timeless connection between nature and the human spirit. From the very first page, readers are drawn into a landscape where flowing streams, rugged terrain, and quiet surroundings become more than just a setting—they become a reflection of inner journeys, memories, and deeply felt emotions. This compelling narrative offers a sense of calm while gently unfold...

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Robert P. Gilbert, Michael Shoushani, Yvonne Ou

Multivariable Calculus with Mathematica is a textbook addressing the calculus of several variables. Instead of just using Mathematica to directly solve problems, the students are encouraged to learn the syntax and to write their own code to solve problems. This not only encourages scientific computing skills but at the same time stresses the complete understanding of the mathematics. Questions are provided at the end of the chapters to test the student’s theoretic...

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Anton Chekhov

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Julian Hawthorne, Thomas Seltzer, Constance Garnett, Marian Fell, Herman Bernstein, Julius West, Gilbert Cannan, Robert Edward Crozier Long, S.S. Koteliansky, C.E. Bechhofer Roberts, J. M. Murry, B. Roland Lewis

In "The Collected Short Stories of Anton Chekhov," readers are invited into a rich tapestry of human emotion and social commentary that exemplifies Chekhov's mastery of the short story form. With a distinctive literary style characterized by subtle irony, intricate character development, and profound psychological insight, this collection highlights the existential dilemmas of everyday life. Chekhov deftly navigates themes of love, disillusionment, and the passage of time, often reflecting...

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Anton Chekhov, Keaton Briarwell

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Julius West, Julian Hawthorne, Alfred Edward Chamot, Marian Fell, Herman Bernstein, Robert Edward Crozier Long, Thomas Seltzer, Constance Garnett, C.E. Bechhofer Roberts, S.S. Koteliansky, Gilbert Cannan, J. M. Murry, B. Roland Lewis

The Collected Works of Anton Chekhov gathers the full range of a writer who transformed modern literature: the major plays, the subtle novellas, the compressed short stories, and revealing autobiographical writings and reminiscences. Across these forms, Chekhov's art is marked by restraint, irony, psychological acuity, and an extraordinary attention to ordinary lives. His drama helped define modern theatrical realism, while his fiction reshaped the short story through open endings, moral a...

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Anton Chekhov, Gary Bishop

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Julius West, Julian Hawthorne, Alfred Edward Chamot, Marian Fell, Herman Bernstein, Robert Edward Crozier Long, Thomas Seltzer, Constance Garnett, C.E. Bechhofer Roberts, S.S. Koteliansky, Gilbert Cannan, J. M. Murry, B. Roland Lewis

Anton Chekhov's 'Plays, Short Stories, Diary & Letters (Collected Edition)' offers a comprehensive look into the masterful works of one of the greatest Russian writers of all time. This collection showcases Chekhov's diverse literary talents, from his compelling plays that capture the complexities of human nature to his poignant short stories that delve into the depths of Russian society. Chekhov's writing style is characterized by its subtlety, psychological depth, and keen observations o...

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New Regionalisms Series

A critical part of the history of regionalism in Latin America and the Caribbean is to be found in the widening of the economic and functional relationships among the English-speaking Caribbean to embrace other countries in the Greater Caribbean.Bringing together a range of international experts to explain the broad thrusts of CARICOM’s widening project and the opportunities and challenges it presents, the book pays particular attention to CARICOM’s relations with the French Caribb...

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Robert E. Gilbert

Outside Saturn by Robert E. Gilbert is a thought-provoking science fiction novel that explores the possibilities and challenges of interplanetary travel and discovery. Published in 1936, this work captures the imagination with its vision of space exploration and the unknown realms beyond our solar system.The novel follows the journey of its protagonist as they venture beyond Saturn, delving into the mysteries and wonders of distant celestial bodies. Gilbert's narra...