Mrs. Gaskell as she was popularly known, had a hard and lonely childhood, spent with various aunts and relatives after her mother died and her father...
In Allan Monkhouse's 1911 satire, when the son of a middle-class household gets their housemaid pregnant, the two families must try to combine their v...
The title of this book quotes its object. To tell something of night hunting, and especially to suggest how the ever necessary dog can best be selecte...
"Although it is still a crude machine—in view of the perfected apparatus which is the aim of thoughtful designers—the aeroplane has demonstrated, in a...
This timeless classic was first published in the early 20th century and has since captured the hearts of young readers around the world.
In this charm...
It is a delightful book that follows the story of a young girl named Bessie and her adventures in managing a household. This engaging tale provides va...
"The Moral Pirates" by William Livingston Alden is an exciting adventure book for young readers that takes readers on a thrilling journey with a uniqu...
It is a thought-provoking book that takes readers on a captivating journey. This allegorical tale presents a unique perspective on the challenges and...
When Ruggles, a distinguished English valet, is unexpectedly thrust into the heartland of America's Red Gap, a quirky and boisterous town on the front...
“Der tolle Mensch” ist der Aphorismus 125 aus dem dritten Buch der “Fröhlichen Wissenschaft” und befaßt sich mit dem Thema “Gott ist tot”. Der stilist...
Epictetus (Greek: Επίκτητος; c.55–c.135) was a Greek Stoic philosopher. The name given by his parents, if one was given, is not known - the word epikt...
Diese kleine Schrift ist eine grosse Kriegserklärung; und was das Aushorchen von Götzen anbetrifft, so sind es dies Mal keine Zeitgötzen, sondern ewig...
A collection of stories and poems for children by British novelist, journalist, and playwright Lucy Lane Clifford, better known during her lifetime as...
Ruth Erskine Burnham, the main character in "Judge Burnham's Daughters," is a woman of strong faith who has dedicated her life to raising her husband'...
Charles Eastman's 'Soul of the Indian' is a deeply personal and insightful account of his life as a member of the Dakota Sioux tribe. He explores the...
This book presents a series of letters from John Graham, a self-made businessman and patriarch of a Chicago meatpacking empire, to his son Pierrepont....
An anthology of classic and original stories written for children and youth. These stories aim to impart moral lessons and values through engaging and...
Set in Adelaide, South Australia, before Federation, 'Two Sides to Every Question' delves into the lives of two families from contrasting social backg...
This book presents Tolstoy's interpretation of the teachings of Jesus Christ, simplified and adapted for children. It is based on conversations Tolsto...
Basil is a poor boy who learns the value of honesty and hard work. He also discovers the importance of his relationship with God. Through his trials a...
This book, likely written in the early to mid-20th century, offers a glimpse into the life of a young Norwegian girl named Mari. It combines elements...
This book is a collection of stories from the Old Testament specifically chosen for mothers to share with their children. It focuses on conveying the...
This volume, part of a 12-volume series, offers a selection of classic tales and traditional stories aimed at young readers. The first section feature...
