"With an Ambulance During the Franco-German War" by Charles Edward Ryan is a compelling narrative that offers a unique perspective on the harrowing experiences of war. The author, who served as a volunteer ambulance driver, provides vivid accounts of the battlefield, the suffering of soldiers, and the challenges faced by medical personnel. Through his eyes, readers gain insight into the chaos and brutality of the Franco-German War, as well as the resilience and courage displayed by those w...

[Illustrated with portrait of the Author and additional maps]"A classic of 19th century war reportage by an Irish surgeon who led an ambulance unit on both sides of the Franco-Prussian War. Includes eye witness descriptions of the debacle at Sedan and the gruelling siege of Paris.Charles Ryan was an Irish surgeon from Tipperary who served with a horse-drawn Anglo-American ambulance unit in the latter stages of the 1870-71 Franco-Prussian War. This vivid account of his experie...

The 100 Greatest Westerns of All Time is a monumental anthology that captures the essence of the American frontier through a dazzling array of literary styles and narratives. Spanning the days of rugged pioneers to the twilight of cowboys, this collection unveils the vast tapestry of Western literature with tales of adventure, heroism, romance, and moral conflict. With standout pieces that underscore universal themes such as survival, justice, and identity, this anthology does not just cel...

Set against the sprawling landscapes of the American frontier, "100 Westerns" masterfully compiles a diverse array of stories that span the full breadth of the Western genre. From rugged tales of frontier justice to intimate narratives of homesteading life, the anthology delves deeply into themes of survival, adventure, and the complexities of morality in untamed territories. This collection not only showcases classic narratives but also journeys through the varied stylistic expressions fr...

In the Civil War era, Americans nearly unanimously accepted that humans battled in a cosmic contest between good and evil and that God was directing history toward its end. The concept of God's Providence and of millennialism -- Christian anticipations of the end of the world -- dominated religious thought in the nineteenth century. During the tumultuous years immediately prior to, during, and after the war, these ideas took on a greater importance as Americans struggled with the unprecede...

Fourteen fresh tales of madness and monsters from Fractured Mind Publishing that will leave you wanting more while you thank the Old Gods for the Mythos that inspired these stories. The astounding authors that weave these new webs of madness include: Edward Morris Valerie Lioudis Aaron White Jon Tobey Oliver Lodge Ryan Colley L.E. Harrison Kari Leigh Sanders Dale Drake Charles Reis Steve Van Samson Patrick Rahall Michael Clark EV Knight