This "perceptive" and "satisfying" biography of George Washington by an award-winning historian "deserves a place on every American's bookshelf" ( The New York Times Book Review).James Thomas Flexner's masterful four-volume biography of America's first president, which received a special Pulitzer Prize citation and a National Book Award for its concluding installment, is the definitive chronicle of Washington's life and a...

This book is the first extended study of the importance of Gothic for an appreciation of the Brontës’ writing. It resituates Gothic from the mode that gives the pleasing sensation of terror to being the source of the Brontës’ deepest preoccupations – it is the mode they use to register anxieties and fears. This monograph, through a consideration of Gothic states and places, explores the Brontës’ creative work with the genre. The author argues that to read the Brontës as Gothic poets and no...

Disallie has a problem -- her father, the king. In order to save the kingdom, he sacrifices her to the enemy of all who cherish life and beauty. Follow Princess Disallie as she fights for survival and for nothing less than the bare necessities that any princess needs. Along the way, she finds her own place in the world.

A half-dozen well-armed guards were standing tall and proud in the large room, but her eyes were locked on only one man – the disgusting Rapistar messenger who arrived the previous day. He had stayed in the castle for the night, certainly spying on them.The creature was casually waiting off to one side, his hands clutched behind his back and wearing a slight grin, rocking back and forth on his heels while looking around, as if anticipating a good theatrical play. His eyes occasiona...

Illustrated Edition – contains 30 photosThe highest scoring British Air Ace reveals his daily life at the front, in the air and in combat with the Germans above the Western Front.In the muddy trenches of the Western front few rankers would have considered that they would achieve field rank of major and international celebrity. In the skies above the shell-torn landscape, any man with enough talent, daring and skill could hope to become a 'Flying Ace' by claiming five or more ...

James Thomas Mangan's Secrets of Selling Yourself to People is a timeless guide to mastering the art of personal influence and building meaningful connections in both professional and personal settings. Packed with practical advice and actionable strategies, this book is an indispensable resource for anyone looking to improve their communication skills, win trust, and leave a lasting impression. Drawing on his extensive experience in sales and human behavior, Mangan breaks down the princip...

BLACK MAGIC -- Book 1 of the Black Magic trilogy:Inessa Black and her twin sister, Galina, are young college students living in Denver. When Galina is murdered, Inessa is left with only a numb void and nothing left to live for.The physicist, Dr. Hans Rasmussen, executes a bold science experiment designed to test the very fabric of the universe. But he produces a monster that nobody can control, not even him, its creator. The interdimensional beast is loose, growing, and bec...

"A Bibliography of the Writings in Prose and Verse of George Henry Borrow" by Thomas James Wise is a comprehensive examination of the literary contributions of George Henry Borrow, a notable 19th-century English author and translator. This bibliography meticulously catalogs Borrow's works, including his novels, travel writings, and poetry, providing insights into his unique style and thematic concerns. Wise's dedication to documenting Borrow's oeuvre highlights the significance of Borrow's...

Set against the backdrop of a restless East London High Street, Shame On Us interweaves a collection of short stories on vulnerability, betrayal and the power of truth in the face of unspoken desire. The unfiltered moments of life most of us shy away from are explored with unflinching honesty. All of the stories converge into an explosive climax where confessions pour, redemption is sought and lives are saved, and lost.The first two chapters…

What remains when the moment has passed, the light has faded, or the world as we knew it no longer exists?In Afterlife, the boundaries between grief and grace, chaos and clarity, are thin. Through formal elegance and sonic precision, these poems navigate the emotional terrain of burnout, trauma, reinvention, and survival. Whether grappling with memory, identity, or the inevitability of change, each piece asks what it means to endure—and who we become when we do.Wit...

Retold by James H. Thomas, the best allegory ever written is rewritten in modern English, making it clearer and more forceful to the modern reader (more than 100,000 in print).

The book features a series of vignettes about notable writers such as Nathaniel Hawthorne, Edgar Allan Poe, and Walt Whitman, among others. Fields recounts his experiences with these literary giants, capturing their quirks, struggles, and triumphs. His portrayals highlight not only their literary contributions but also their humanity, revealing the complexities and challenges they faced in their creative endeavors.In addition to celebrating these authors, Fields reflects on the literary cu...