One of the best known atheists ever to have lived, Christopher Hitchens was also renowned as being one of the most articulate debaters of modern times. Until his death in 2011 he was regularly quoted in the media due to his controversial views on religion and politics.A much revered character, Hitchens was always one to stay true to his beliefs. This book brings together some of his finest quotes on a range of topics.

Henry Gower dies, and his widow and daughter discover that the comfortable fortune they lived on never existed. Mildred, brought up for nothing but a good marriage, sells herself to a rich and repellent older man, finds the bargain unbearable, and leaves him to train her voice for the opera stage, with talent, debts and no protector. Phillips was the muckraker whose Treason of the Senate so enraged Roosevelt that the President coined the word to insult him; he was shot dead in the street a...

A machine boss owns a Midwestern city; a young woman of the best family joins the socialists who mean to take it from him, and finds her own father's money is part of the machine. Phillips was the muckraker whose Treason of the Senate so enraged Theodore Roosevelt that the President coined the word muckraker to insult him; he was shot dead in the street at forty-three, and this 1911 novel is his most direct about who owns America.

A rough Western politician arrives in Washington determined to be President, and a woman of the capital's best society decides to take him in hand — and each is using the other with complete clarity. Phillips was the muckraker whose Treason of the Senate so enraged Roosevelt that the President coined the word to insult him; he was shot dead in the street at forty-three, and the Washington here is drawn from his own reporting.

The NPR reporter offers an "engaging and enlightening" window into late-90s Cuba, "from the cafes in Havana to the mysterious lairs of Santiago de Cuba" ( Kirkus Reviews).For NPR commentator Andrei Codrescu, reporting from Cuba on the eve of Pope John Paul II's 1998 visit was an opportunity to understand the realities of life in a country that has long been the subject of stereotypes and misconceptions. Following the collapse of the Soviet Union, Cuba was t...

In "A Woman Ventures," David Graham Phillips explores the struggles and triumphs of women reclaiming their autonomy in the early 20th century. This novel intricately weaves elements of realism and social critique, employing a poignant narrative style that reflects Phillips's commitment to exposing societal norms. Through the journey of its protagonist, Phillips addresses themes of gender inequality, personal ambition, and the constraints imposed by patriarchal society, all set against the ...

Royal Realms: 10 Classic Books on the Lives of Princesses assembles a wide-ranging archive of royal womanhood, moving between courtly romance, historical fiction, biography, memoir, and social observation. Its princesses are not merely ornamental figures: they negotiate dynastic obligation, marriage, sovereignty, reputation, and private desire within the exacting rituals of court life. From psychologically acute narratives of intrigue to reflective accounts shaped by imperial and transnati...

This novel is a satirical and social commentary on the upper echelons of New York City society during the Gilded Age, a period of American history characterized by great wealth and excess among the upper classes. The story follows the titular character, Joshua Craig, a successful and ambitious lawyer who rises through the ranks of society. Joshua Craig is a self-made man who navigates the complexities of high society and becomes entangled in various romantic and social adventures.Through t...

"The Conflict" tells the story of Kate Bowers and her struggles in a society that places significant importance on traditional gender roles and expectations. Kate is married to a successful and ambitious lawyer named Robert Bowers, who is focused on his career and societal standing. As Kate tries to find her own identity and purpose, she becomes conflicted between her personal desires and the expectations placed upon her as a wife and mother.The novel explores the tension and conflicts wit...

The novel follows the life of Roland Lacy, a charming and clever young man who leads a double life. By day, Lacy appears to be a respectable member of society, but by night, he is involved in various criminal activities, particularly in the world of high-stakes theft and con artistry.Lacy’s criminal activities are driven by a combination of personal motives and a critique of societal norms. The story delves into his motivations, the intricacies of his schemes, and the moral ambiguities he ...

The novel is set in a fictional European principality and revolves around the life of a young American woman who unexpectedly becomes a prominent figure in European nobility. The story explores themes of romance, social status, and personal transformation.The protagonist, a woman of modest American background, finds herself thrust into the opulent and complex world of European royalty. Her transition from an ordinary life to that of a "Serene Highness" involves navigating the intricacies o...

"The Social Secretary" is a satirical novel that delves into the world of high society and the role of the social secretary, a position that was crucial for managing social events and maintaining social connections among the elite.The story revolves around the experiences of the protagonist, who works as a social secretary for a wealthy and influential family or individual. The novel provides a critical and often humorous look at the inner workings of high society, revealing the complexiti...