What was the nature of the Brontes' strange genius? Where did it spring from and what inspired it? Patrick Bronte, father of the Bronte sisters, came from Ireland, changing his name from Brunty to Bronte when he won a scholarship to Cambridge. His children never met their Irish relatives and Patrick was deliberately vague about his origins: because of this little has been known about the family's story is every bit as strange and romantic as those penned by the sisters in ...

I have spent a life time collecting the words that appear in this progressive book of quotes. I have found that when I am most in need of inspiration, when the evil that runs this world begins to overwhelm me, this progressive book of quotes from the wisest men in history always gives me hope for the human race. If everyone had a progressive book of quotes, perhaps the debate would take on a far more intelligent tone in America.

I wrote this book to help clients and their families facing criminal charges at every level of the justice system, particularly in Oklahoma. The book addresses the most common questions and concerns my Firm and other criminal defense Firms are asked, or should be asked, by every client that walks in our doors. This book should not be taken as legal advice for your specific case or circumstance. Rather, it is a guide to facing the task of defending your case and seeking experienced, aggress...

A narrative and battlefield tour of the IX Corps' fateful struggle to take the Lower Bridge and assail the Confederate right flank during the Battle of Antietam.The stone bridge on the southern flank of the Antietam battlefield became one of the Civil War's most powerful symbols of courage and sacrifice. The actions, units and personalities of this crucial sector of the battlefield are described in detail, accompanied by a full description of the bridge area as it ...

It seemed like a good idea to frustrate Union commanders: dig a 500-foot long mine underground to reach the fortifications of the long-besieged Confederates at Petersburg, Virginia, and set off a powerful explosion. The result created a 30-foot deep crater and a break in the Confederate line.

A progressive book of aphorisms and random thoughts of a homeless hippie, decorated US Marine Vietnam War veteran, 28 year union member and deeply political American. Personal views on the absolute uselessness of religion, war and greed as well as the necessity of equally sharing what the universe offers. I speak of my beliefs as an occasional atheist, occasional agnostic and eternal Progressive.I have spent most of my free time researching the truths of the world and then collecte...

Dawn was breaking in the hard rain on the morning of 12 May 1864. It was then that tired Union soldiers under General Hancock's command launched a daring assault on the apex of heavily defended Confederate line outside Spotsylvania.

This volume, originally published in 1980 discusses the way in which distinguished historians such as Gibbon, Ranke, Macaulay, De Tocqueville, Marx, Maitland, Bloch, Namier, Wheeler, Butterfield and Braudel have regarded and tackled their discipline. As well as chapters by individual authors who are experts on their chosen historian, there is a substantial introduction by the editor which serves as the basis for a discussion about the problems involved in the writing of history.

This authoritative and accessible guide to the British monarchy spans the Romano-British rulers of 55 BC to the present day House of Windsor. Generously illustrated with maps, photos, paintings, and genealogies, it contains a wealth of information on the rulers of Britain, including their policies, personalities, key dates, and legacies. There are almost 600 entries, which are organised by regions up to 1066 and by royal lines thereafter. Feature articles throughout the guide provide in-de...

H.P. Lovecraft: The Complete Unabridged Collection: Lovecraft's tales are famously intricate, weaving archaic language with layered plots and themes.Dive into the abyssal depths of the unknown, where ancient, eldritch horrors wait, and the fragile threads of human sanity fatter with every step. Explore a universe where mankind is a mere speck, insignificant and helpless before the crushing vastness of cosmic indifference. Encounter monstrous creatures born from for...

Written by over 100 specialist contributors, this dictionary describes the people and events that have shaped and defined domestic, political, social, and cultural life in Britain since 55 BC. New entries to this edition include Diamond Jubilee 2012, Ed Miliband, and United Kingdom Independence Party; and existing entries on David Cameron, Elizabeth II, national debt, and Alex Salm...

Archipelago is one of the most important and influential literary magazines of the lasttwenty years. Running to twelve editions, it was edited by Andrew McNeillie, with theassistance later of James McDonald Lockhart, and began as an attempt to reimagine therelationships between the islands of Ireland and Britain. Archipelago has brought togetherestablished and emerging artists in creative conversations that have transformed the studyof islands, coasts and...