Esther appears in the Bible as a woman of deep piety, faith, courage, patriotism, and caution, combined with resolution; a dutiful daughter to her ado...
This collection of shorter stories by G. A. Henty takes readers on a thrilling adventure around the world. From encounters with Malay pirates to shipw...
This book contains the poem "Fiez vous y!" by Charles d'Orléans, a prominent French poet of the 15th century. D'Orléans was known for his elegant and...
Charles Baudelaire's 'L'Albatros' is a poignant poem that explores themes of isolation, artistic sensitivity, and the burden of creative genius. The p...
In 1822, Aaron Smith, a young English seaman, was taken captive by Cuban pirates when his ship was boarded en route from Jamaica to England. Forced to...
Fanny Kelly's "Narrative of My Captivity Among the Sioux Indians" provides a firsthand account of her harrowing experience as a captive of the Sioux d...
In the final months of the American Civil War, five Northern prisoners devise a daring plan to escape from the Confederate capital of Richmond using a...
Three Times and Out is the true story of M. C. Simmons, a Canadian soldier captured by the German Army during the early days of World War I. The book...
Fanny Loviot's 'Lady's Captivity among Chinese Pirates in the Chinese Seas' is a gripping firsthand account of a harrowing ordeal. In 1855, young Fann...
The Trojan Women, a tragedy by the Greek playwright Euripides, is a poignant portrayal of the aftermath of the Trojan War. It focuses on the sufferin...
Set against the backdrop of the rugged American frontier, "Border Legion" tells the story of Jack Kells, a hardened soldier who finds himself drawn in...
In Max Brand's "Cross Brand," the story follows Jack Bristol, a man driven to desperation by a harsh world. After a violent act against the law, he fl...
La Cautiva, un poema narrativo épico de Esteban Echeverría, es una obra clave del Romanticismo argentino. Narra la historia de Brián, un soldado captu...
This book presents the firsthand account of John R. Jewitt, a blacksmith who spent nearly three years as a slave among the Nuu-chah-nulth people of No...
This book chronicles the daring act of Naval Constructor Richmond Pearson Hobson during the Spanish-American War. He devised and led the mission to sc...
Tarzan is a man raised by apes in the African jungle, and he has a special connection with the animals there. In this book, he teams up with a golden...
This comprehensive guide provides essential information and guidance for individuals interested in keeping amphibians and reptiles as pets. Covering a...
Set in the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands, "Castles of Athlin and Dunbayne" delves into a tale of love, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit...
This charming tale follows the adventures of a young bear cub who is captured and taken to a circus. While in captivity, the cub experiences the wonde...
This fictional autobiography chronicles the supposed experiences of Edwin Eastman, a pioneer who, along with his wife, is captured by the Comanche and...
Sharp Eyes, the Silver Fox is a classic tale of adventure and survival. The story follows a young silver fox named Sharp Eyes as he learns to navigate...
A collection of translated poems from Taras Shevchenko's original Ukrainian poem "The Testament." This multilingual project includes translations in C...
Captives is a serious play by Titus Maccius Plautus that explores the themes of slavery and the treatment of prisoners of war during the conflict betw...
In the vast and unforgiving American West, a ruthless duo known as the Melton brothers wreaks havoc, forcing innocent Germans into captivity as labore...
