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The Colonizer Abroad

Island Representations in American Prose from Herman Melville to Jack London

by Christopher McBride ...

Series series Literary Criticism and Cultural Theory
Looking at a diverse series of authors--Herman Melville, Richard Henry Dana, Jr., Mark Twain, Charles Warren Stoddard, and Jack London--"The Colonizer Abroad" claims that as the U.S. emerged as a colonial power in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, the literature of the sea became a literature of imperialism. This book applies postcolonial theory to the travel writing of some of America's ... Read more

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Looking at a diverse series of authors--Herman Melville, Richard Henry Dana, Jr., Mark Twain, Charles Warren Stoddard, and Jack London--"The Colonizer Abroad" claims that as the U.S. emerged as a colonial power in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, the literature of the sea became a literature of imperialism. This book applies postcolonial theory to the travel writing of some of America's
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Revolutionary Turns

Religion and America's Founding Era

by Katherine Carté, Shelby M. Balik, Michael Baysa, Peter Choi, Christopher Jones, Adam Jortner, Spencer W. McBride, Jessica Lauren Nelson, Alyssa Penick, Seth Perry0, Peter W. Walker1 ...

Exploring the dynamic interplay between religion and revolution in the founding eraReligion lies at the heart of how many Americans understand the birth of their nation, giving rise to passionate calls for national unity and principled struggles for religious freedom. For the first time in thirty years, scholars of the founding era have joined together to reassess this central topic for our ... Read more

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Exploring the dynamic interplay between religion and revolution in the founding eraReligion lies at the heart of how many Americans understand the birth of their nation, giving rise to passionate calls for national unity and principled struggles for religious freedom. For the first time in thirty years, scholars of the founding era have joined together to reassess this central topic for our
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Birdpedia

A Brief Compendium of Avian Lore

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A captivating A–Z treasury about birds and birdingBirdpedia is an engaging illustrated compendium of bird facts and birding lore. Featuring nearly 200 entries—on topics ranging from plumage and migration to birds in art, literature, and folklore—this enticing collection is brimming with wisdom and wit about all things avian.Christopher Leahy sheds light on "hawk-watching," "twitching," and other ... Read more

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A captivating A–Z treasury about birds and birdingBirdpedia is an engaging illustrated compendium of bird facts and birding lore. Featuring nearly 200 entries—on topics ranging from plumage and migration to birds in art, literature, and folklore—this enticing collection is brimming with wisdom and wit about all things avian.Christopher Leahy sheds light on "hawk-watching," "twitching," and other
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Joseph Smith for President

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By the election year of 1844, Joseph Smith, the controversial founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, had amassed a national following of some 25,000 believers. In less than twenty years, Smith had helped transform the American religious landscape and grown his own political power substantially. Unable to garner federal protection, Smith decided to take matters into his own ... Read more

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By the election year of 1844, Joseph Smith, the controversial founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, had amassed a national following of some 25,000 believers. In less than twenty years, Smith had helped transform the American religious landscape and grown his own political power substantially. Unable to garner federal protection, Smith decided to take matters into his own
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Moby Dick

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Journey to the heart of the sea with this larger-than-life classic.Regarded as the Great American Novel, Moby Dick is the ultimate tale of seeking vengeance.Narrated by the crew member Ishmael, this epic whaling adventure follows the crew of the Pequod, as its captain, Ahab, descends deeper and deeper into madness on his quest to find and kill the white whale that maimed him. Beyond the surface—of ... Read more

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Journey to the heart of the sea with this larger-than-life classic.Regarded as the Great American Novel, Moby Dick is the ultimate tale of seeking vengeance.Narrated by the crew member Ishmael, this epic whaling adventure follows the crew of the Pequod, as its captain, Ahab, descends deeper and deeper into madness on his quest to find and kill the white whale that maimed him. Beyond the surface—of
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The Man From the Clouds

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Due to a series of mishaps, Royal Navy reserve officer Roger Merton finds himself making an emergency landing on a small island off the coast of Scotland. He is astonished to discover that the island has been infiltrated by German spies, and in an attempt to gauge the true extent of the threat, he decides to pose as a foreign agent. Will this risky gambit pay off? ... Read more

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Due to a series of mishaps, Royal Navy reserve officer Roger Merton finds himself making an emergency landing on a small island off the coast of Scotland. He is astonished to discover that the island has been infiltrated by German spies, and in an attempt to gauge the true extent of the threat, he decides to pose as a foreign agent. Will this risky gambit pay off?
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The Life of St. Frances of Rome, and Others

Exemplary Lives of Saints: A Journey Through Religious Devotion and Spiritual Reflection

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In "The Life of St. Frances of Rome, and Others," Georgiana Fullerton employs a richly descriptive prose style that intertwines biographical narrative with deeply spiritual commentary. Drawing from both historical accounts and hagiographical traditions, Fullerton crafts a portrait of St. Frances that highlights her devotion, mysticism, and role as a laywoman in society. The book is set against the ... Read more

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In "The Life of St. Frances of Rome, and Others," Georgiana Fullerton employs a richly descriptive prose style that intertwines biographical narrative with deeply spiritual commentary. Drawing from both historical accounts and hagiographical traditions, Fullerton crafts a portrait of St. Frances that highlights her devotion, mysticism, and role as a laywoman in society. The book is set against the
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Cap'n Warren's Wards

by Joseph Crosby Lincoln ...

The story centers around the character of Cap'n Eli Warren, a retired sea captain who becomes the guardian of two young orphaned sisters, Ruth and Naomi Sherwood. Cap'n Warren takes the girls into his home and cares for them as if they were his own daughters.As the narrative unfolds, "Cap'n Warren's Wards" explores the challenges and joys of family life, as well as the dynamics between Cap'n ... Read more

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The story centers around the character of Cap'n Eli Warren, a retired sea captain who becomes the guardian of two young orphaned sisters, Ruth and Naomi Sherwood. Cap'n Warren takes the girls into his home and cares for them as if they were his own daughters.As the narrative unfolds, "Cap'n Warren's Wards" explores the challenges and joys of family life, as well as the dynamics between Cap'n
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Original Short Stories — Volume 8

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by Guy de Maupassant ...

Henri René Albert Guy de Maupassant; (5 August 1850 – 6 July 1893) was a popular French writer, considered one of the fathers of the modern short story and one of the form's finest exponents. Guy De Maupassant wrote some of the most twisted and freaky short stories of his day. This is Volume 8 of 13, containing 19 of his best stories. (Excerpt from Wikipedia) This edition has been fully restored ... Read more

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Henri René Albert Guy de Maupassant; (5 August 1850 – 6 July 1893) was a popular French writer, considered one of the fathers of the modern short story and one of the form's finest exponents. Guy De Maupassant wrote some of the most twisted and freaky short stories of his day. This is Volume 8 of 13, containing 19 of his best stories. (Excerpt from Wikipedia) This edition has been fully restored
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The Ghost

by Bennett A. ...

The novel opens with Carl Foster, a recently qualified doctor, coming to London to try and make his fortune. He meets a famous tenor, Signor Alresca, who suffers a dreadful injury backstage and Foster tends to him. He thus meets the lead soprano, Rosetta Rosa, and falls hopelessly in love with her. Alresca takes Foster under his wing and they travel to Alresca's home in Bruges. It is clear to ... Read more

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The novel opens with Carl Foster, a recently qualified doctor, coming to London to try and make his fortune. He meets a famous tenor, Signor Alresca, who suffers a dreadful injury backstage and Foster tends to him. He thus meets the lead soprano, Rosetta Rosa, and falls hopelessly in love with her. Alresca takes Foster under his wing and they travel to Alresca's home in Bruges. It is clear to
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From the Ranks

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In "From the Ranks," Charles King offers a compelling narrative that delves into the personal journeys of soldiers who rise through the military hierarchy, examining themes of ambition, loyalty, and the harsh realities of war. King'Äôs prose is characterized by its vivid imagery and poignant character studies, effectively capturing the emotional and psychological complexities faced by individuals ... Read more

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From the Caves and Jungles of Hindostan

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Excerpt: ""You must remember," said Mme. Blavatsky, "that I never meant this for a scientific work. My letters to the Russian Messenger, under the general title: 'From the Caves and Jungles of Hindostan,' were written in leisure moments, more for amusement than with any serious design. "Broadly speaking, the facts and incidents are true; but I have freely availed myself of an author's privilege to ... Read more

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