In "Hospital Sketches," Robert Swain Peabody offers a poignant and perceptive collection of observations from his experiences as a volunteer nurse during the American Civil War. Written in a compelling, journalistic style, the book balances humor and pathos, painting a vivid picture of life in a military hospital. Its literary context aligns with the broader canon of war literature, merging personal narrative with social commentary, while exploring themes of suffering, resilience, and huma...

On October 20, 1967, Roger Patterson and Bob Gimlin filmed what they claimed to have been a living, breathing sasquatch at Bluff Creek in Northern California. The footage took the nation, and the world, by storm. The story of how Patterson and Gimlin came to be at Bluff Creek that day is well documented. The story of how the female sasquatch, nicknamed Patty in tribute to Roger Patterson, came to be there, however, has never been told. Until now

An irresistible invitation to reject the work ethic and enjoy life's simple pleasures (such as laughing, drinking and lying in the open air), Robert Louis Stevenson's witty and seminal essay on the joys of idleness is accompanied here by his writings on, among other things, growing old, visiting unpleasant places and the overwhelming experience of falling in love.Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. ...

Short collection of short pieces, including Phrases And Philosophies for the Use of The Young, Mrs. Langtry as Hester Grazebrook, Slaves of Fashion, Woman's Dress, More Radical Ideas upon Dress Reform, Costume, The American Invasion, Sermons in Stones at Bloomsbury, and L'Envoi. According to Wikipedia: "Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde (1854 - 1900) was an Irish playwright, novelist, poet, and author of short stories. Known for his barbed wit, he was one of the most successful playwrig...

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Tap into your inner writer with this book of practical advice by the bestselling author of How Writers Work and the ALA Notable Book Fig Pudding.Writers are just like everyone else—except for one big difference. Most people go through life experiencing daily thoughts and feelings, noticing and observing the world around them. But writers record these thoughts and observations. They react. And they need a special place to record those reac...

This latest collection of walking literature from Notting Hill Editions celebrates the allure of the Continent.On foot the world comes our way. We get close to the Continent’s alpine ranges, arterial rivers, expansive coastlines. Close to its ancient cities and mysterious thoroughfares; and close to the walkers themselves—the Grand Tourers and explorers, strollers and saunterers, on their hikes and quests, parades and urban drifts.Sauntering featur...

In "Amours de Voyage," Arthur Hugh Clough explores the intersection of love and travel through a series of poignant poems that illuminate the complexities of human emotion. Written in a reflective and often conversational style, Clough employs a blend of vivid imagery and introspective narration, capturing the nuanced experiences of relationships in various locales. This work is situated within the context of 19th-century Romanticism, drawing comparisons to contemporaneous poets who wrestl...

One creepy curator, two missing skulls, three batty bats, four funny friends and too many bones! An ordinary trip to see the dinosaurs at Chicago's Field Museum turns into a riot of mystery and laughs as four real kids gallivant all over town trying to learn about Chicago's past in order to solve the mystery and save the dinos.LOOK what's in this mystery - people, places, history, and more!Sue, the Tyrannosaurus Rex on display at the Field Museum o Al Capone, Chicago gangste...

John Ruskin overturned Victorian society’s ideas about art and architecture, arguing that ancient buildings must be conserved for their deep, mystical links with the past and that creative design is essential – not for financial gain, but to communicate eternal human truths.Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves – and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, pr...

Critical Studies by Ouida is a compelling collection of essays offering sharp, insightful, and often provocative analysis of literature, art, and cultural trends of the Victorian era. Through her eloquent prose, Ouida examines the works of her contemporaries and predecessors, exploring themes of style, morality, imagination, and the role of the artist in society. Her criticism blends keen observation with personal conviction, providing readers with both aesthetic guidance and thought-provo...

Hi! I'm Juliet. I'm ten years old. And I'm nearly a vet!I've won a competition to be a zookeeper for a day! My best friend Chelsea is coming too. I can't wait to learn all about the zoo animals. There will be meerkats, tigers and penguins to feed. And maybe some zoo vets who need some help (I must remember my vet-kit!).Most exciting of all, there's a baby elephant due to be born!