“A classic adventure book that is frequently cited as Dumas’ best work and frequently listed among the best books of all time. Dumas worked with additional writers to complete the work in 1844 and have it published as an 18-part series over the following two years. From the end of Napoleon’s power through Louis-Philippe’s reign, … Read more
The country with which one is most apt to compare it is, naturally, Switzerland. And Switzerland, indeed, has many charms, and a combination of lake and mountain in which, I think, it excels Kashmir. But it is built on a smaller scale. There is not the same wide sweep of snow-clad mountains. There is no … Read more
Book Excerpt “NIZE: The possible uses of this kind are of interest to a Japanese research team. The first group is responsible for Hiroshima, the second for Nagasaki, and the third is in charge of protecting everyday Japanese activity by safeguarding nuclear weapons-related information. In order to protect them from any potential radioactive consequences, it … Read more
On the northern shore of Canada’s Prince Edward Island, a skinny, red-haired, and freckled orphan girl is inadvertently sent to live with a reclusive, elderly bachelor and his spinster sister; the elderly siblings had requested to adopt a young boy who could work on the family farm, but the imaginative and rambunctious Anne Shirley arrives … Read more
People are used to lording it over others by building and writing certain items that reflect their lordship over themselves, their environments, and, last/least, over other people. If they were not engaged in power over themselves [selfdiscipline, education, etc,] or over their environments [food, clothing and shelter], then they have only other people to have … Read more
There was a large work of his representing “The Shepherds Adoring the Infant Saviour,” at Seville, in Spain. During the Peninsular War (1808-14) the people of that city sent many valuable things to Cadiz for safety, and this picture, on account of its size, was cut in two. By some accident the two parts were … Read more
Book Excerpt Welcome to the fascinating world of Byzantine Churches in Constantinople: Their History and Architecture! This extraordinary book, co-authored by Ramsay Traquair, Alexander Van Millingen, Arthur Edward Henderson, and Walter S. George, takes you on a captivating journey through the rich history and stunning architecture of the Byzantine era. In this comprehensive guide, the … Read more
In the past, vast stretches of American land remained untapped, lying fallow, and in many cases, undiscovered. True, Americans had started exploiting their more obvious external riches, such as their forests and land. The former had positioned the nation as one of the world’s top shipbuilding countries, while the latter had contributed significantly to the … Read more
“Army Life in a Black Regiment” offers readers a remarkable firsthand account of the experiences of African American soldiers during the American Civil War. Written by Thomas Wentworth Higginson, a Union Army colonel, this book provides a unique perspective on the challenges, triumphs, and resilience of the black soldiers who fought for freedom and equality. … Read more
“The American Prejudice Against Color” is a compelling and timely exploration of racial prejudice in the United States. Through a combination of historical analysis, personal narratives, and thought-provoking insights, the author sheds light on the deep-rooted biases that have shaped American society. The book delves into the historical context of slavery, segregation, and systemic racism, … Read more