According to Wikipedia: "Stephen Butler Leacock, FRSC (30 December 1869 28 March 1944) was a Canadian writer and economist... Early in his career, Leacock turned to fiction, humour, and short reports to supplement (and ultimately exceed) his regular income. His stories, first published in magazines in Canada and the United States and later in novel form, became extremely popular around the world. It was said in 1911 that more people had heard of Stephen Leacock than had heard of Canada. Al...

In the quaint town of Ashburton, nestled amidst rolling hills and whispering willows, lies a charming hotel steeped in mystery and intrigue. "To A Hotel Keeper," a captivating tale penned by T. W. H. Crosland, invites you to step into the enigmatic world of the Ashburton Hotel. As the enigmatic proprietor, Mr. Marrable, welcomes guests with an enigmatic smile, secrets unfold within the hotel's hallowed halls. Prepare to be captivated by a cast of intriguing characters, each with their own ...

Captain Siobhan Dunmoore wanted to believe the long war against the invading Shrehari Empire had finally banished the ghosts of her past. But when her ship Iolanthe, a heavily armed man-of-war masked as a bulk freighter, finds itself in need of replenishment after a long patrol spent stalking human and alien foes, she is confronted with events eerily reminiscent of a past she thought buried. When evidence of treason and marauders bold enough to strike a Navy outpost leave her no c...

A volume of all-new, character-driven stories expanding on the world of the hit video game Final Fantasy XV. This deluxe, hardcover edition includes full-color inserts featuring concept art and exclusive content.To oppose the gods or yield to fate?That is the question confronting each of the characters in The Dawn of the Future. Ardyn, having saved countless lives from the Starscourge, means to become the Founder King of Lucis and instead ...

Future Folk Horror: Contemporary Anxieties and Possible Futures analyzes folk horror by looking at its recent popularity in novels and films such as The Ritual (2011), The Witch (2015), and Candyman (2021). Countering traditional views of the genre as depictions of the monstrous, rural, and pagan past trying to consume the present, the contributors to this collection posit folk horror as being able to uniquely capture the anxieties of the twenty-first ce...

The Dawn of Canadian History: A Chronicle of Aboriginal Canada by Stephen Leacock is a historical exploration of Canada’s early beginnings, focusing on the Indigenous cultures and the arrival of European explorers. In this chronicle, Leacock examines the lives and societies of Aboriginal Canadians before European contact, including their cultural practices, social structures, and relationships with the land. He discusses the first encounters with Norse explorers, early European settlements...

Twisted 50 volume 1 is a deliciously dark slice of contemporary horror literature. Reading it is like attending a late night secret banquet where you know each course will serve up something unexpected, forbidden and unforgettably chilling. Take your private seat now for 50 luscious courses of terror, from 50 of the strongest voices in modern horror.

In "An Account of the Growth of Deism in England," William Stephens offers a meticulous exploration of the intellectual currents that shaped the rise of Deism during the Enlightenment. Engaging with both historical texts and philosophical discourses, Stephens employs a clear, analytical style that reflects the rationalist tendencies of his subject matter. The book critically examines the interplay between religion and emerging scientific thought, shedding light on key figures and pivotal t...

A superb history from the mouths and pens of the men who fought on that first day of the battle for Normandy. 'This is a masterful work. I am so grateful for Howarth's dedication to capturing the experiences of those who were there that fateful, historic, world-changing day.' – Good Reads "That morning, the fleet had sailed. He could not possibly count the ships or even guess the numbers…Wallace stood on the head of the cliff, entranced and exalted by a pageant of splendour which nobody ha...

Reputation is everythingBella Wheeler has followed in the footsteps of her horse–trainer father but, determined to eclipse his disreputable legacy, she remains professionally distant from everyone! This aloof beauty has two things reining polo champion Nero Carcas wants—the best horse in the world and a body as pure and untouched as her snow–white ice maiden's reputation!•Damaso Pires should have known better than to get involved with Marisa—the scand...

Race and racism have played a divisive and defining role throughout much of America's history. Slavery, Jim Crow laws, segregation, and Ku Klux Klan terrorism have inflicted deep psychic wounds, social disparities, and economic disadvantages that have diminished the promise of equal rights and opportunities for all.While much progress in race relations has been made in recent years-including the election of Barack Obama as President of the United State-it's clear that our journey t...

This book is essential reading to understand the social abilities of adults with Asperger's syndrome. The contributors each have different personalities and experiences, but together they provide a range of strategies to encourage people with Asperger's syndrome to achieve the social relationships they desire.'- Professor Tony AttwoodSocial interaction among neurotypical people is complex and in many ways illogical. To the person with Asperger Syndrome (AS) it is also woefu...