In "Love Sonnets of an Office Boy," Samuel E. Kiser presents a whimsical yet poignant exploration of youthful infatuation and the complexities of love through the lens of an endearing protagonist entrenched in the mundane world of office life. The collection employs a charming blend of traditional sonnet form and contemporary vernacular, reflecting both the rigid structure of professional life and the fluidity of emotion. Kiser's adept use of imagery and metaphor invites the reader into a ...

In "Thrills of a Bell Boy," Samuel E. Kiser crafts a vibrant narrative that plunges readers into the bustling world of a hotel bellboy, capturing the intricacies of service, social interaction, and the layered fabric of human experiences. Kiser employs a distinctive literary style, characterized by vivid imagery and authentic dialogue that evokes a sense of immediacy. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing urban landscape, the novel incorporates elements of social history that high...

Known mostly for his poetry and contributions to Harper’s Magazine, not much else is known about Mr. Kiser. He had written a number of books and had an active and romanticized style to his writing. His light sense of verse in stories like this one made it as easy for a youth as an adult to read it.In Love Sonnets of an Office Boy, the age old story of unrequited love for an older woman by a young boy plays out in his reality and imagination. In the end he knows his world will be gr...

Some of the most humorous of his letters which have come under the observation of his clerical friends, were addressed to the secretary of one of them. Some little business matters with regard to his readings and the like had acquainted him with a better kind of handwriting than he had been accustomed to receive from his pastor, and, noting the finely appended signature, "per —— ——," Field wrote a most effusively complimentary letter to his ministerial friend, congratulating him upon the f...

Every version of Goldilocks and the Three Bears in one beautifully formatted e-book with historical footnotes, audio links and stunning original art.The Eleanor Mure pamphletThe Robert Southey versionScrapefootSilver-hair and the Three BearsThe Three BearsThe Story of the Three BearsAnd more ...*Stunningly illustrated with original art from renowned artists John Batten, L. Leslie Brooke, H. J. Ford, Peter Newell, Kay Nielsen, Charl...

‘Christopher Cricket on Cats’ is a wonderful text, penned by Anthony Henderson Euwer (1877 – 1955). As the title suggests, it is a book of wisdom for both young and old. Euwer was an American Author, and feline fanatic, who dedicated this children’s story: To all the Cats that ever Meowed On this or any Sphere,– From the beginning of all Time Unto this Present Year. This charming verse is beautifully illustrated throughout with Euwer’s graphic black-and-white illustrations. Aside from his ...

A short paranormal romance set in the Scotland of just after Bonnie Prince Charlie's failed uprising.

In her compelling work, "Story-Tell Lib," Annie Trumbull Slosson merges storytelling with pedagogical innovation to create a rich tapestry of tales designed not only to entertain but also to educate. This collection epitomizes Slosson's literary style, characterized by its accessible language, vivid imagery, and a blend of folklore with moral lessons. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century American literature, the book reflects the period'Äôs growing appreciation for children'Äôs l...

Get the western woman's take on life with this collection of wise and witty quips and quotations."Callin' women the weaker sex makes about as much sense as callin' men the stronger one.""Anybody who thinks they know everything ain't been around long enough to know anything.""When a cowboy gives you the key to his truck, you know you're close to winning the key to his heart.""If you're fixin' to get yourself a good stallion, don't go lookin' in t...

Zora Neale Hurston's "Three Plays" is a compelling collection that showcases her dramatic prowess and deep understanding of African American culture. Comprising "Color Struck," "The First One," and "The Gilded Six-Bits," these plays blend rich vernacular language with poignant social commentary, exploring themes of identity, community, and love within the African American experience of the early 20th century. Hurston's innovative use of theatrical techniques and her ability to convey compl...

A. B. Frost's "The Bull Calf, and Other Tales" is a compelling collection that intertwines elements of rural Americana with a vivid exploration of human and animal relationships. Frost's literary style showcases his skillful use of naturalistic descriptions and a keen sense of dialogue, evoking the struggles and joys of frontier life. The stories encapsulate the essence of late 19th-century American life, reflecting the sociocultural dynamics of its time, and embodying the realism movement...

"Why the Little Frenchman Wears His Hand in a Sling" is a short story written by American author Edgar Allan Poe. Edgar Allan Poe (born Edgar Poe; January 19, 1809 – October 7, 1849) was an American author, poet, editor, and literary critic, considered part of the American Romantic Movement.