Exploratory, investigative, and energetically analytical, 1650–1850 covers the full expanse of long-eighteenth-century thought, writing, and art while delivering abundant revelatory detail. Essays on well-known cultural figures combine with studies of emerging topics to unveil a vivid rendering of a dynamic period, simultaneously committed to singular genius and universal improvement. Welcoming research on all nations and language traditions, 1650–1850 invites readers int...

Theology and Literature in the Age of Johnson: Resisting Secularism contains seventeen essays exploring the complex relationships between literary intentions and theological concerns of authors writing in the second half of the eighteenth century. The diversity of literary forms and subjects, from Fielding and Richardson to Burke and Wollstonecraft, is matched by a diversity of approaches and theologies. To argue that the age “resisted secularism” is by no means to argue that resi...

Samuel Johnson famously referred to his future biographer, the unsociable magistrate Sir John Hawkins, as “a most unclubbable man." Conversely, this celebratory volume gathers distinguished eighteenth-century studies scholars to honor the achievements, professional generosity, and sociability of Greg Clingham, taking as its theme textual and social group formations. Here, Philip Smallwood examines the “mirrored minds” of Johnson and Shakespeare, while David Hopkins parses intersec...

The legend that was Robert Sparks Walker began in a log cabin outside Chattanooga called Spring Frog Cabin, a humble abode built by a Cherokee naturalist in 1750. Walker would continue in the footsteps of that Cherokee to become synonymous both with Chattanooga and nature, penning thousands of articles, poems and books as a naturalist. Nominated for a Pulitzer Prize, Walker gained international fame for his work, yet his largest impact remains in his native Tennessee. He helped to found th...

In a world where corruption and injustice often lurk in the shadows, investigative journalists serve as the guardians of truth, shining a light on the darkest corners of society. But their relentless pursuit of the truth often comes at a high price.This book tells the stories of real journalists who have faced threats, intimidation, and even death in their quest to expose wrongdoing. From Dorothy Kilgallen's investigation into the Kennedy assassination to Jamal Khashoggi's brutal m...

By the time he was three, Walker's parents were concerned enough about his delayed development to consult a paediatric neurologist. Doctors diagnosed autism and issued a grim prognosis: 'I hold out no hope for this child'. But they hadn't accounted for Walker's intelligence, affection, and sense of humour - or for the remarkable bonds that grew within his family.Walker's father, Robert Hughes, tells a touching and inspiring story of discovering that their 'perfect little boy had a ...

Most people would describe Walker Hughes as warm, enthusiastic and charismatic - even if he doesn't say very much. But after several happy years living in a group home, Walker descended into a deep unhappiness, and his parents were told that their son with low-functioning autism was 'unmanageable' and a danger to others. Where did it all go wrong?From the author of Running with Walker, this witty and touching memoir tells a story of crisis and recovery of a young man with low-funct...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.How to Train My Puppy: Basics to Train and Housebreak Your Dog [Winning Approach to Raise a "Healthy, Perfect, and Well-Behaved" Pet in Fun and Easy Ways.]Have you ever wished you knew how to train your dog, but had no idea where to start? In this book, we will embark on a comprehensive journey to equip you with the knowledge and skills to raise a well-behaved, confident, and happy puppy.Her...

In this ebook, we will explore the nuances and benefits of sexual intimacy in the later years, debunking myths, addressing challenges, and highlighting the joys and pleasures that come with age. From physical health to emotional connection, it's vital to understand the importance of a fulfilling sexual relationship in our senior years and how to maintain it with vitality and vigor.In A Senior Citizen Guide to a Happy Sex Life, we will embark on a journey to explore the concept of g...

NOW AN ABC TELEVISION DRAMA STARRING DAVID WENHAM AND REBEL WILSONLes Norton's Hawaiian holiday should have been just like in the tourist brochures. Balmy days, blue seas, palm trees swaying in the moonlight. And it would have been if Les had have minded his own business. But what are you supposed to do when a cop you know and an old friend are in trouble? Especially at Christmas?The detective was okay. But Norton's old friend turned out to be the biggest brothel o...

THE CLOTH I CARRIEDWalker's Trail Seriesby Gary M. RobertsThere are some things a man carries without knowing why.Until the road shows him.Lieutenant Garrison Walker rode into the mountains with a name on his list and orders to bring a man to justice.Colonel Thomas Douglas. Accused of war crimes. Hunted by men who believed the matter already settled.But nothing in those mounta...

How to Train My Puppy: Basics to Train and Housebreak Your Dog [Winning Approach to Raise a "Healthy, Perfect, and Well-Behaved" Pet in Fun and Easy Ways.] Have you ever wished you knew how to train your dog, but had no idea where to start? In this book, we will embark on a comprehensive journey to equip you with the knowledge and skills to raise a well-behaved, confident, and happy puppy. Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... Understanding Your Puppy's Development Stages Creating a Sa...