If you were looking for the definitive Christmas anthology, consider yourself lucky, because you just found it! This book is everything you want Christmas to be — loving, warm and celebratory. Timeless and adorable, beautifully designed, "The Big Book of Christmas" is a great big stocky book — stuffed with novels, novellas, short stories, poems, carols and songs. Inside you'll find: · Novels, novellas and short stories from Charles Dickens, Louisa May Alcott, Hans Christian Andersen, O. He...

This insightful health guide warns against modern life’s relentless demands, detailing how excessive mental toil erodes nerves and vitality while advocating balanced rest to counter exhaustion. It distinguishes natural wear from abusive tear on body and mind, using anecdotes to reveal symptoms like sleepless rumination and weakened resolve amid societal pressures. Mitchell urges varied activity over ceaseless labour, spotlighting rising nervous ailments from overtaxed brains and critiquing...

DRAMATIC POEMS FRANCIS DRAKE A TRAGEDY OF THE SEA TIME, 1578 At sea, off the coast of Patagonia, on board the Pelican, the Elizabeth, and the Plymouth. DRAMATIS PERSON? FRANCIS DRAKE. THOMAS DOUGHTY, his friend. FRANCIS FLETCHER Chaplain. JOHN WINTER, Captain. LEONARD VICARY, Captain. WILLIAM CHESTER, Captain. GENTLEMEN-VENTURERS. SEAMEN Deck of the Elizabeth. Fleet in the offing. JOHN WINTER. THOMAS DOUGHTY

According to Wikipedia: "Silas Weir Mitchell (February 15, 1829January 4, 1914) was an American physician and writer... In 1863 he wrote a clever short story, combining physiological and psychological problems, entitled "The Case of George Dedlow", in the Atlantic Monthly. Thenceforward, Mitchell, as a writer, divided his attention between professional and literary pursuits. In the former field, he produced monographs on rattlesnake poison, on intellectual hygiene, on injuries to the nerve...

A fascinating glimpse into the fragile dynamic between medical authority and the vulnerable human psyche during the Victorian era. The subtle intricacies of care, authority, and the mental burdens of illness are laid bare through keen observation. Examining the unseen emotional toll of both healing and suffering, this insightful narrative questions the boundary between physical maladies and psychological strain. An empathetic yet unflinching look at the sacred trust forged in moments of ph...

High-stakes espionage and diplomatic cunning collide in the bustling heart of 19th-century Paris. American officials find themselves dangerously entangled in a labyrinth of stolen documents, secret police, and international conspiracy. With geopolitical alliances hanging by a thread, every whisper holds danger and every ally is a potential traitor. A rapid-fire thriller that pulls back the velvet curtain on the treacherous realities of global statecraft.

Deep in the primeval Canadian forests, a rugged camping expedition becomes a crucible for testing human endurance, friendship, and hidden romances. The wild, untamed wilderness acts as both a breathtaking sanctuary and a dangerous adversary, stripping away the pretenses of civilized society. Amidst perilous river rapids and silent woods, profound personal transformations take root. An immersive outdoor adventure that celebrates the healing and chaotic forces of nature.

The idyllic, slow-paced life of a Pennsylvania village is irrevocably shattered by the looming shadow of the American Civil War. Neighbors and families are torn apart as political divisions harden into bitter, bloody conflict that reaches right to their doorsteps. The innocence of rural life collides with the catastrophic reality of battle, forever changing the landscape of the community. A moving, deeply human portrait of ordinary people caught in the sweeping crossfire of history.

Around a table laden with rare vintages, a gathering of distinguished gentlemen unravels tales of history, tragedy, and human folly. As the golden wine flows, memories surface from the depths of war and the quiet corners of profound personal loss. The refined atmosphere slowly peels away to reveal raw emotional truths and the enduring scars of the past. A rich, atmospheric exploration of brotherhood, nostalgia, and the potent spirits that bind generations together.

"Wear and Tear; Or, Hints for the Overworked" by S. Weir Mitchell is a thought-provoking exploration of the effects of overwork on the human mind and body. The book delves into the psychological and physical toll that relentless labor can impose on individuals, particularly in the context of the rapidly industrializing society of the time. Mitchell, a physician and neurologist, draws on his medical expertise to provide insights into the importance of rest and recuperation, advocating for a...

Consumed by a devastating loss, a widow transforms her paralyzing grief into a relentless, calculating crusade for vengeance. Armed with sharp intellect and unyielding bitterness, she systematically targets the man responsible for ruining her life. The psychological warfare she wages threatens to destroy her own soul as thoroughly as it dismantles her enemy. A chilling character study of obsession, justice, and the corrosive nature of unchecked anger.

Torn between the pacifist teachings of his strict Quaker upbringing and the fiery call of the American Revolution, a young man must forge his own destiny in blood and gunpowder. Serving under General Washington, he navigates the brutal realities of war, betrayal, and a fierce rivalry for the woman he loves. From the horrors of British prisons to the triumph of Yorktown, his journey is a thrilling testament to courage and conviction. An epic historical adventure steeped in the violent birth...