A tale of desperation and frustration that ultimately results in a greater tragedy. In this work Carleton has dwelled on human psychology and the workings of human mind. That despair sometimes proves to be more than human tolerance is eloquently presented here.

In the autumn of 1915 Will Bird was working on a farm in Saskatchewan when the ghost of his brother Stephen, killed by German mines in France, appeared before him in uniform. Rattled, Bird rushed home to Nova Scotia and enlisted in the army to take his dead brother's place. And We Go On is a remarkable and harrowing memoir of his two years in the trenches of the Western Front, from October 1916 until the Armistice.When it first appeared in 1930, Bird's memoir was hailed by...

In "Farm Ballads," Will Carleton masterfully captures the life of rural America in the late 19th century through a series of poignant and evocative poems. Written in a robust, accessible style, the collection employs common vernacular and vivid imagery to reflect the struggles, joys, and unflinching realities of farming life. Carleton'Äôs keen observations are steeped in the romanticism of pastoral imagery, yet they permeate with a raw honesty that reveals the complexities of agricultural ...

Selling Earth observation satellites on their abilities to predict and limit adverse environmental change, politicians, business leaders, the media, and technology enthusiasts have spent sixty years arguing that space exploration can create a more peaceful, prosperous world. Capitalist states have also socialized the risk and privatized the profits of the commercial space industry by convincing taxpayers to fund surveillance technologies as necessary components of sovereignty, freedom, and...

The Haunters & The Haunted is a genre-spanning anthology that masterfully intertwines the chilling motifs of haunting and the supernatural with the profound depths of human experience. Delving into the realms of gothic, romantic, and early modern narratives, this collection offers a panorama of ghostly tales and eerie ballads, each unraveling immense psychological tension and timeless existential quandaries. The collected works span an impressive array of styles, from the ethereal tones of...

The "Farm Ballads" have met with so kind and general a reception as to encourage the publishing of a companion volume. In this book, also, the author has aimed to give expression to the truth, that with every person, even if humble or debased, there may be some good, worth lifting up and saving; that in each human being, though revered and seemingly immaculate, are some faults which deserve pointing out and correcting; and that all circumstances of life, however trivial they appear, may po...

In a state assumed to have a constitutionally weak governor, the Speaker of the Texas House wields enormous power, with the ability to almost single-handedly dictate the legislative agenda. The House Will Come to Order charts the evolution of the Speaker's role from a relatively obscure office to one of the most powerful in the state. This fascinating account, drawn from the Briscoe Center's oral history project on the former Speakers, is the story of transition, modernization, an...

This volume contains a collection of poems written by Will Charlton (first published in 1873). This wonderful collection will appeal to lovers of nature poetry, and will be of particular interest to fans and collectors of Charlton's beautiful work. The poems contained herein include: "Betsey and I Are Out", "How Betsey and I Made Up", "Home with a Handsomer Man", "Johnny Rich", "Out of the Old House, Nancy", "Over the Hill to the Poor-House", "Over the Hill from the Poor House", "Uncle Sam...

In the heart of rural America, where the rhythm of life beats to the pulse of the land, Will Carleton's "Farm Ballads" paints a vivid tapestry of the joys, struggles, and enduring spirit of the farming community. Through lyrical verses and poignant tales, Carleton captures the essence of a bygone era, where the bond between man and nature was unbreakable. From the toil of the fields to the warmth of the hearth, these ballads resonate with the timeless themes of love, loss, and the indomita...

In the quaint countryside, where nature's tapestry unfolds, "Apples Growing" by Will Carleton paints a vivid portrait of rural life. Join the narrator as he embarks on a journey through an apple orchard, where the sweet scent of ripening fruit fills the air. Witness the transformation of tiny blossoms into plump, juicy apples, each a testament to the wonders of nature. Through lyrical prose and evocative imagery, Carleton captures the essence of the harvest season, celebrating the bounty o...