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This collection contains: Twelve Years a Slave, Up from Slavery, Life and Times of Frederick Douglass, The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl, The History of Mary Prince, a West Indian Slave, The Life of an American Slave (Fifty Years in Chains), The Experience of Rev. Thomas H. Jones, Memoir and Poems of Phillis Wheatley, a Native African and a Slave, From Log Cabin to the Pulpit, and many more.

The story of young Tom Brown's seemingly hideous years spent at rugby school and his spirited and astonishingly stalwart response to the institutionalised bullying prevalent at the 'Great' British public schools became exactly the campaigning tool its author hoped it would. The regimes at these schools had been largely unchallenged, with the assumption being that the education and training received were the best.

William Halsey was the most famous naval officer of World War II. His fearlessness in carrier raids against Japan, his steely resolve at Guadalcanal, and his impulsive blunder at the Battle of Leyte Gulf made him the "Patton of the Pacific" and solidified his reputation as a decisive, aggressive fighter prone to impetuous errors of judgment in the heat of battle.

A collection of the greatest poetry from the Romantic period, the battlefield and the Victorian era, read by some of the 20th century’s most renowned actors. Themes of war, love, nature, sexuality and much more are played out in these timeless readings of poetry from the 19th and 20th century.

Tom Brown's School Days by Thomas Hughes is a coming-of-age novel set in the mid-19th century, following the life of Tom Brown, a young boy who attends Rugby School. The story explores Tom's experiences as he navigates the challenges of school life, including friendships, rivalries, and the harsh realities of discipline and bullying. Through his relationships with peers and mentors, Tom learns valuable lessons about honor, integrity, and courage. The novel also highlights the importance of character development and moral education, as Tom grows from a naïve boy into a thoughtful young man. ...

Marking the Masses is a wakeup call to both believers and unbelievers alike regarding an agenda that was set in motion by an elite group one night in 1961 while overlooking downtown LA from the Hollywood Hills.

Born in an overcrowded slum in Scotland in 1813, David Livingstone worked 12-hour days in a cotton factory from age 10 to 24. But a pamphlet by Karl Gutzlaff changed his life. Resolved to become a missionary, he applied himself to medicine, self-educating and eventually qualifying as a doctor.

Tom Brown's Schooldays is the story of an energetic, good-hearted boy and his adventures at public school. Based on the author's own childhood, the novel presents us with a snapshot of life at Victorian public school as we follow Tom's development from a boy to a young man. Tom must fend off his archenemy, the bully Flashman, and take a younger boy under his wing - through which he learns loyalty, courage, and brotherhood.

This anthology features a wide array of thought-provoking, genre-defining works from the 1900s, showcasing the range of modern storytelling—from existential musings to dark humour and intricate social commentary. These are the stories that have shaped modern literature, offering timeless insights into human nature and society. This collection brings together the finest modernist narratives, political reflections, and social commentaries that have shaped literature as we know it.

Evil is unleashed in Scare Street’s latest bone-chilling collection of supernatural horror. Fourteen tales of terror lurk within this new volume - more than enough to give even the bravest soul a reason to fear the night. As your eyes flutter open, you can still see dark images in your mind.... Horrifying monsters, demons, and ghouls with a hunger for human flesh.

The Chatter Cave Podcast is where I review both old and new media while trying to stay on topic. I planned to alternate between reviews and discussion-based episodes, but the schedule between myself and Connor has forced me to concentrate more on reviews. I plan to return to the original format down the line, but till then, I hope you enjoy the show.

No Supervision is hosted by Dr. Thomas Hughes, an adolescent and young adult psychiatrist in Los Angeles. This podcast is a place for mental health professionals and other professionals to speak openly. Listen and subscribe so you don't miss the latest episodes. Rebranded (The CUBELA Podcast and Psych Adjacent).

The Magic of Mordiford - a project celebrating folklore, music, and art. This project is an adaptation of two combined traditional folktales set in the magical village of Mordiford, Herefordshire. A retelling of Flying with Faeries and The Mordiford Dragon. Join in the adventures of a young boy and girl as they encounter many magical creatures, including witches, wizards, faeries, and dragons. The full audiobook edition is fused together with seven pieces of music.

Is America still the greatest country on earth? How does God see it? In America's Coming Judgment, Thomas J. Hughes examines the United States in the light of scripture. What he finds is ominous. In the Bible, God made promises to nations as well as to people. He rewards godly behavior. But when a nation intentionally turns away from him, when it harms the vulnerable, and when it mocks his standards of right and wrong, he promises another kind of response - judgment. Has America gone too far? Is there still hope? In this riveting volume, Thomas J. Hughes explains the purposes of God's judgment, and how it applies to the United States.

A collection of the greatest war poetry ever written, read by some of the 20th century’s most renowned actors. Tragedy, war and humanity are played out in these timeless readings of poetry written about, or on, the battlefield.

At Oxford, Tom Brown encounters new ideas, friendships, and challenges in this sequel to "Tom Brown’s School Days." A look into 19th-century student life with humor and heart.

Klaus Kinski war ein wahrer Meister des Sprechtheaters, der sein Publikum gleichermaßen schockierte und faszinierte. Kinski erlangte vor allem für Rezitationen bekannter Philosophen und Dichter hohe Aufmerksamkeit. Kinskis Vortag wollte erfühlt, verstanden und gleichzeitig genossen sein, in seiner üppig überschäumenden Sinnlichkeit, die aufs Ganze ging, den Menschen mit Haut und Haaren visierte, den Zuhörer zu packen versuchte - um jeden Preis.