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"Boulogne-Sur-Mer" by William Fleming is a captivating exploration of the historic coastal town in northern France. The book delves into the rich tapestry of Boulogne's past, from its Roman origins to its significance during the World Wars. Fleming's vivid descriptions bring the town's architecture, culture, and local traditions to life, inviting readers to experience the charm of its cobbled streets and bustling markets. The narrative is interwoven with personal anecdotes and historical i...

Winner of the 2016 Indie Excellence Award for Crime Fiction! When terrorists apparently strike one of Boston's MBTA transit stations during the famed St. Patrick's Day parade, the onslaught of federal and state officials turn the city into a chaotic police state. Only a veteran transit cop, jaded by his memories of growing up in the shadows of Boston's forced busing and desegregation, knows the truth: The enemy is not some international terrorist cell but the politics and hubris that conti...

In this second collaboration between Fleming and Peters, Troubled Waters continues the story of veteran transit cop, Morris Fitzgerald, who is struggling to return to full-time work with Boston’s Mass Bay Transit Authority. While working through his own mental and physical shortcomings, he goes about trying to locate his homeless cousin and stumbles into a conspiracy to rid the city of its most vulnerable residents through an orchestrated disaster. Like its 2016 precursor, Code Black, Trou...

In "Boulogne-Sur-Mer. St. Patrick's Native Town," William Fleming intricately weaves a narrative that uncovers the rich historical and cultural tapestry of Boulogne-sur-Mer, while skillfully connecting it to the legacy of St. Patrick. Employing a blend of lyrical prose and meticulous research, Fleming navigates the city's medieval architecture, maritime heritage, and religious significance, placing particular emphasis on its ties to the patron saint of Ireland. His literary approach draws ...

Voltaire's The Sincere Huron—better known as L'Ingénu—combines philosophical tale, social satire, and sentimental narrative with characteristic Enlightenment precision. Through the adventures of a guileless Huron raised outside French conventions, the work exposes the absurdities of religious dogma, legal injustice, aristocratic privilege, and political imprisonment. Its lucid prose, ironic dialogue, and swift narrative movement place it among Voltaire's finest contes philosophiques, besid...

Voltaire's Romances gathers the philosopher's most agile works of imaginative prose: contes philosophiques, satirical tales, fables, and brief romances in which wit becomes an instrument of inquiry. From the restless irony of Candide and the orientalized moral testing of Zadig to the cosmic perspective of Micromégas, these narratives compress Enlightenment debate into brisk plots, lucid prose, and devastating comic reversals. The illustrated format further emphasizes their theatrical clari...

Voltaire's Treatise on Tolerance is a landmark Enlightenment intervention against religious persecution, occasioned by the wrongful execution of the Protestant merchant Jean Calas in 1762. Combining legal advocacy, historical reflection, moral philosophy, and caustic irony, the work exposes the cruelty of fanaticism while appealing to reason, natural law, and civic humanity. Its style is lucid, urgent, and strategically varied: satire gives way to solemn argument, and documentary evidence ...

Voltaire's 'Collected Romances' is a comprehensive collection of over 20 of his most significant works, including novels, short stories, satires, and fables. Known for his wit and philosophical outlook, Voltaire's literary style combines satire, humor, and social commentary. Set in the French Enlightenment period, his writings are reflective of the cultural and political climate of the time, making his work both entertaining and thought-provoking. The collection features beautifully illust...

Voltaire's 'Treatise on Tolerance' is a groundbreaking work that challenges societal norms and advocates for religious freedom and acceptance. Written in the 18th century, during the Age of Enlightenment, this book elegantly combines philosophical arguments with wit and satire to criticize religious fanaticism and promote tolerance. Through thought-provoking anecdotes and historical references, Voltaire presents a powerful case for the separation of church and state and the importance of r...

This volume chronicles the 16th Annual Conference on System Engineering Research (CSER) held on May 8-9, 2018 at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA. The CSER offers researchers in academia, industry, and government a common forum to present, discuss, and influence systems engineering research. It provides access to forward‐looking research from across the globe, by renowned academicians as well as perspectives from senior industry and government representatives. Co‐...

The Collected Works of Voltaire represents a monumental corpus that intricately weaves together the philosophical, political, and literary threads of the Enlightenment. Through essays, plays, and narratives, Voltaire employs wit, satire, and a sharp clarity of prose to critique the societal norms and dogmas of his time. His masterful use of irony highlights the contradictions within religion and government, while simultaneously advocating for human rights and freedom of thought. In the con...

In "Voltaire: Collected Romances: 20+ Novels, Short Stories, Satires & Fables (Illustrated Edition)", the iconic Enlightenment thinker showcases his unparalleled talent in weaving intricate narratives that challenge societal norms and illuminate the complexities of human nature. This carefully curated anthology presents a diverse collection comprising not only his celebrated novels but also lesser-known short stories and fables, illustrated to enhance the reading experience. Voltaire's sig...