In a sensational follow-up to Echoes of Sherlock Holmes and In the Company of Sherlock Holmes, a brand-new anthology of stories inspired by the Arthur Conan Doyle canonFor the Sake of the Game is the latest volume in the award-winning series from New York Times bestselling editors Laurie R. King and Leslie S. Klinger, with stories of Sherlock Holmes, Dr. Watson, and friends in a variety of eras and forms. King and Klinger have a simple formula: a...

An intriguing look at the accomplishments and contradictions of Joseph William McKay, best known as the founder of Nanaimo, BC, and one of the most successful Métis men to rise through the ranks of the Hudson’s Bay Company in the late nineteenth century.When examining the history of British Columbia, one would be hard-pressed to find an Indigenous person who so successfully navigated the echelons of colonial power as did Joseph William McKay (1829–1900). M...

"Condensed History of the Mexican War and Its Glorious Results" is a comprehensive examination of the Mexican-American War, detailing the events that led to the conflict and its significant outcomes. The authors, Daniel E. Hungerford, William McKay, and Charles J. Murphy, provide a narrative that captures the political, social, and military aspects of the war. Through vivid descriptions and insightful analysis, the book highlights the motivations behind the war and the impact it had on bot...

African American literature is the body of literature produced in the United States by writers of African descent. It begins with the works of such late 18th-century writers as Phillis Wheatley. Before the high point of enslaved people narratives, African-American literature was dominated by autobiographical spiritual narratives. The genre known as slave narratives in the 19th century were accounts by people who had generally escaped from slavery, about their journeys to freedom and ways t...

This anthology of black writers traces the evolution of African-American perspectives throughout American history, from the early years of slavery to the end of the twentieth century. The essays, manifestos, interviews, and documents assembled here, contextualized with critical commentaries from Marable and Mullings, introduce the reader to the character and important controversies of each period of black history. The selections represent a broad spectrum of ideology. Conservative, radical...

Embark on a thrilling adventure where the line between reality and imagination blurs in Thieves of Weirdwood, the captivating first installment of William Shivering and Newbery Honor-winning author Christian McKay Heidicker's brand-new fantasy series. With stunning illustrations by Anna Earley, this action-packed tale will delight fans of Keeper of the Lost Cities, Aru Shah, and Nevermoor.Twelve-year-old thieves Arthur and Wally are determined to steal thei...

Discover the heartbeat of American poetry through 101 Great American Poems — a carefully curated collection that spans centuries of voices.From the reflective verses of Anne Bradstreet to the bold rhythms of Langston Hughes, this anthology captures the soul of a nation through themes of love, loss, freedom, and hope. Tracing a journey from Puritan resolve to the artistic fervor of the Harlem Renaissance, these poems invite readers to explore America's evol...

**The pioneering novel of physical disability, transatlantic travel, and black international politics. A vital document of black modernism and one of the earliest overtly queer fictions in the African American tradition. Published for the first time.A Penguin ClassicA New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice/Staff PickVulture's Ten Best Books of 2020 pick**Buried in the archive for almost ninety years, Claude McKay's Romance in Marseil...

In the epic conclusion to the Weirdwood trilogy, former friends become foes as reality clashes with imagination in a battle that will forever change both worlds.Arthur, now a Novitiate of the Wardens of Weirdwood, must defend the border between the Real and Imaginary realms. But his old friend Wally and his brother Graham, gifted with the ability to see the future, aim to tear it down and create a new world.The shadowy Order of Eldar, led by the fearsome Eras...

Winner of an Abraham Lincoln Institute Book AwardThough not blind to Abraham Lincoln's imperfections, Black Americans long ago laid a heartfelt claim to his legacy. At the same time, they have consciously reshaped the sixteenth president's image for their own social and political ends. Frederick Hord and Matthew D. Norman's anthology explores the complex nature of views on Lincoln through the writings and thought of Frederick Douglass, Ida B. Wells-Barnett, Mary Mc...

Write safer, more maintainable Rust code by identifying anti-patterns, applying idiomatic design patterns tailored to ownership, borrowing, and the type system, and learning when to adapt or avoid traditional solutions. Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader\*Key FeaturesLeverage traits, ownership, borrowing, and lifetimes to structure expressive, modular Rust codeAvoid common Rust anti-patterns and design pitfalls...

In 'Windsor Castle' by William Harrison Ainsworth, readers are taken on a vivid journey through the historical events surrounding the iconic castle. Written in a rich and descriptive style, Ainsworth masterfully incorporates elements of romance, mystery, and intrigue into the narrative, creating a captivating story set against the backdrop of the English monarchy. With meticulous attention to detail and a keen eye for historical accuracy, the author brings to life the characters and events...