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Java Head
Enriched edition. A Multigenerational Saga of Love, Family, and Cultural Identity in 19th-century New England
2019
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In "Java Head," Joseph Hergesheimer crafts a vivid narrative set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, exploring themes of obsession, passion, and the clash between civilization and nature. The novel's literary style is characterized by its lush, impressionistic prose, rich in sensory detail and psychological depth. Hergesheimer's careful attention to the exoticism of the East Indies reflects a broader literary context of American modernism, where the quest for meaning and id...
The Sin and Danger of Self-Love
Enriched edition. Described by a Sermon Preached At Plymouth, in New-England, 1621
2022
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In "The Sin and Danger of Self-Love," Robert Cushman delves into the intricate relationship between self-adoration and its psychological and spiritual ramifications. Set against the backdrop of early 17th-century Puritan thought, the text employs a didactic literary style that fuses rigorous theological discourse with eloquent prose. Cushman meticulously critiques the perils of excessive self-love, juxtaposing it with foundational Christian tenets that advocate humility and self-denial. Hi...
2025
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THE beginning of this collection of Popular Romances may I be truly said to date from my early childhood. I remember with what anticipations of pleasure, sixty-eight years since, I stitched together a few sheets of paper, and carefully pasted them into the back of an old book. This was preparatory to a visit I was about to make with my mother to Bodmin, about which town many strange stories were told, and my purpose was to record them. My memory retains dim shadows of a wild tale of Hender...
2025
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"The Witchcraft Delusion in New England: Its Rise, Progress, and Termination" is a critical examination of the infamous witch trials that plagued New England during the late 17th century. Authored by Robert Calef, this work serves as a counter-narrative to the prevailing views of the time, particularly those propagated by Cotton Mather. Calef meticulously documents the events, societal influences, and the psychological underpinnings that led to the widespread hysteria, providing a detailed...
The Book of Old-Fashioned Flowers
And Other Plants Which Thrive in the Open-Air of England
2022
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In "The Book of Old-Fashioned Flowers," Harry Roberts presents a captivating journey through the aesthetic and cultural significance of classic floral varieties. With lyrical prose and meticulous research, Roberts intertwines folk wisdom, horticultural practices, and historical anecdotes to elevate the status of these timeless blooms. The book is beautifully illustrated, each flower captured in its natural beauty, while the narrative invites readers to reflect on the emotional resonance of...
The Life and Reign of Edward I
Insights into Medieval Kingship and Royal Authority in England
2023
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In 'The Life and Reign of Edward I', Robert Benton Seeley offers a comprehensive exploration of one of England's most complex monarchs. Through meticulous research and engaging prose, Seeley scrutinizes Edward I's policies, military endeavors, and the socio-political landscape of 13th-century England. The book is noted for its clear narrative style, weaving historical facts with insightful analysis, allowing readers to grasp the multifaceted elements of Edward's reign. Seeley positions Edw...
The Book of Old-Fashioned Flowers
And Other Plants Which Thrive in the Open-Air of England
2021
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In "The Book of Old-Fashioned Flowers," Harry Roberts eloquently captures the essence of vintage horticulture through a blend of evocative prose and lush, detailed illustrations. This work intertwines botanical knowledge with a nostalgic reflection on the flowers that adorned gardens of yesteryears, focusing on both their cultural significance and forgotten techniques of cultivation. The rich literary style, with its lyrical descriptions and thoughtful anecdotes, situates the book within a...
2015
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Raymond Patriarca became the head of a powerful five state crime syndicate which reached throughout New England. By 1938 Patriarca had already served a stint in the Atlanta Federal Prison. In his formative years as a criminal he worked for Warwick, Rhode Island based Carl Rettich. Patriarca was indicted numerous times for jewelry theft and robbing United States mail trucks. My e-book looks closely at this future crime don in his 20s, looking at him as he matured in organized crime. The Ret...
2022
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Originally published in 1865, "Popular Romances of the West of England" is a complete collection of English fairy tales by Robert Hunt, a famous British mineralogist, as well as an antiquarian, an amateur poet, and an early pioneer of photography.Excerpt from the Introduction"...Sending my box forward to Liskeard by a van, my wanderings commenced; my purpose being to visit each relic of Old Cornwall, and to gather up every existing tale of its a...
Conundrums for the Long Week-End
England, Dorothy L. Sayers, and Lord Peter Wimsey
2000
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Lord Peter Wimsey-amateur detective, man of fashion, talented musician, and wealthy intellectual-is known to legions of readers. His enduring presence and popularity is a tribute to his creator, Dorothy L. Sayers, who brought Lord Peter to life during “the long week-end” between the First and Second World Wars, as British aristocracy began to change, making way for a modern world. In Conundrums for the Long Week-End, Robert McGregor and Ethan Lewis explore how Sayers used her fictional her...
The Thieves: A Story in Simplified Chinese and Pinyin, 1800 Word Vocabulary Level
Journey to the West, #17
- Book 17 -
- Journey to the West
2021
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As the travelers continue westward, the monkey king Sun Wukong steals rice from an elderly villager's kitchen. Then the pig-man Zhu Bajie takes three silk vests from a seemingly abandoned tower. These small crimes trigger a violent confrontation with a monster who uses a strange and powerful weapon to disarm and defeat the disciples. Helpless and out of options, Sun Wukong must journey to Thunderclap Mountain and beg the Buddha himself for help.This is the 17th book in the...
A History of Chowder
Four Centuries of a New England Meal
2011
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The evolution of New England's famous culinary classic: chowder, in all its mouthwatering varieties—from the authors of Massachusetts Cranberry Culture.New England's culinary history is marked by a varying array of chowders. Early forms were thick and layered, but the adaptability of this beloved recipe has allowed for a multitude of tasty preparations to emerge. Thick or thin, brimming with fish or clams or corn, chowder springs up throughout the region i...