Download or read book Captain Hall in America Classic Reprint written by and published by . This book was released on 2015-07-11 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Captain Hall in America The following Remarks were, in substance, prepared, not long after the appearance of the work to which they refer, for the inspection of a gentleman in this country, to whose kindness the writer had been largely indebted. In the midst, indeed, of mutual and very sincere congratulation on the cordiality which seemed so happily to prevail between the two nations, Captain Hall came hastily to inform us, that there existed, on the contrary, a spirit of "mutual animosity" - and while he pledged a whole life's observation as to its general prevalence in Great Britain, referred to his late trip to the United States as having satisfied him that a corresponding temper was to be found in that country. The intelligence was no less painful than unexpected, particularly when followed up by a stern declaration that any attempt to soften these "unkindly feelings" was not "either practicable or desirable." It was natural, under such circumstances, that his book should be closely looked into, for the purpose of ascertaining the temper and qualifications with which he had entered on his task and been led to conclusions believed to be as erroneous as they are lamentable. The following pages disclose the result of that examination. They are now published on the suggestion - perhaps a rash one - that they exhibit greater anxiety and care than have been elsewhere displayed in reference to what must be deemed the primary object of solicitude, with all those who have at heart the continuance of peace and of a mutual good understanding. The writer has had the aid of the judgment of others in believing that, although they exhibit no temper of adulation towards this country, there will be found nothing which should, in fairness, defeat his purpose of calmly appealing to reason, and of endeavouring to dissipate what he deems an unhappy delusion. The Quarterly Review has boasted that its strictures, odious as they may be, are yet read and reprinted on the other side of the Atlantic. Undoubtedly no harm, but the contrary, is likely to result from what may sometimes serve to check that inordinate self-complacency and consequent arrogance, which it is, unfortunately, in every nation, the interest of domestic writers to flatter rather than to rebuke. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Robert Hall Classic Reprint written by Edwin Paxton Hood and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2015-07-14 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Robert Hall The Captain mechanically carried his forefinger to his forehead in military fashion, and saluted the book respectfully. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Captain America written by Joe Simon and published by Marvel Comics Group. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Classic Years volume 2 continues off where Captain America: The Classic Years volume 1 left off, reprinting the next 5 issues of Captain America Comics from 1941 (issues #'s 6 thru 10). More stories of Cap and partner Bucky battling the Nazi threats of World War II (and other foes). I enjoyed this book immensely, and would recommend it for anyone to add to their library collection. Creators Joe Simon & Jack Kirby have proven themselves to be one of the best creative teams in comic book history.--Amazon.com.
Download or read book Media Representations of September 11 written by Steven Chermak Ph.D. and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2003-10-30 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The terrorist attacks on September 11th were unique and unprecedented in many ways, but the day will stand in our memories particularly because of our ability to watch the spectacle unfold. The blazing towers crumbling into dust, black smoke rising from the Pentagon, the unrecognizable remains of a fourth airplane in a quiet Pennsylvania field—these images, while disturbing and surreal, provide an important vehicle for interdisciplinary dialogue within media studies, showing us how horrific national disasters are depicted in various media. Each contributor to this volume offers a fresh, engaging perspective on how the media transformed the 9/11 crisis into an ideological tour de force, examining why certain readings of these events were preferred, and discussing the significance of those preferred meanings. Yet the contributors do not limit themselves to such standard news mediums such as newspapers and television. This anthology also covers comic books, songs, advertising, Web sites, and other non-traditional media outlets. Using a wide range of interdisciplinary approaches, contributors explore such topics as the amount of time dedicated to coverage, how the attacks were presented in the United States and abroad, how conflicting viewpoints were addressed, and how various artistic outlets dealt with the tragedy. Offering a unique approach to a topic of enduring interest and importance, this volume casts a new light on considerations of that day.
Download or read book Life on the Mississippi Diversion Illustrated Classics written by Mark Twain and published by Diversion Books. This book was released on 2015-05-12 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introducing Diversion Classics, an illustrated series that showcases great works of literature from the world's most beloved authors. LIFE ON THE MISSISSIPPI is the definitive guide to the Mississippi River Valley, and who better to illustrate this colorful region than Mark Twain? Drawing on boyhood memories, historical records, and tall tales, Twain crafts a portrait of the place where he spent his formative years. Both witty and informative, this classic travel narrative is an ideal companion to Twain’s Mississippi River novels, THE ADVENTURES OF HUCKLEBERRY FINN and TOM SAWYER.
Download or read book Books in Print written by and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 2132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Complete Works of Mark Twain written by Mark Twain and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-20 with total page 9725 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Works of Mark Twain is a comprehensive collection of the renowned American author's writings, showcasing his wit, humor, and social commentary. Twain's literary style is characterized by his satirical take on society, his use of vernacular language, and his keen observations of human nature. This collection includes classic works such as The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Tom Sawyer, and The Prince and the Pauper, as well as lesser-known pieces that offer insight into Twain's diverse talents. The book sheds light on the complexities of American culture during the 19th century, making it a valuable resource for understanding historical and social contexts. Mark Twain's works continue to be influential, resonating with readers of all ages due to their timeless themes and sharp insights. As a pioneer of American literature, Twain's writings offer a blend of entertainment and profound reflections on human behavior. The Complete Works of Mark Twain is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the depths of American literature and understanding the cultural milieu of the time.
Download or read book Nineteenth Century Transatlantic Reprinting and the Embodied Book written by Jessica DeSpain and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-05-06 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Until the Chace Act in 1891, no international copyright law existed between Britain and the United States, which meant publishers were free to edit text, excerpt whole passages, add new illustrations, and substantially redesign a book's appearance. In spite of this ongoing process of transatlantic transformation of texts, the metaphor of the book as a physical embodiment of its author persisted. Jessica DeSpain's study of this period of textual instability examines how the physical book acted as a major form of cultural exchange between Britain and the United States that called attention to volatile texts and the identities they manifested. Focusing on four influential works”Charles Dickens's American Notes for General Circulation, Susan Warner's The Wide, Wide World, Fanny Kemble's Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation, and Walt Whitman's Democratic Vistas”DeSpain shows that for authors, readers, and publishers struggling with the unpredictability of the textual body, the physical book and the physical body became interchangeable metaphors of flux. At the same time, discourses of destabilized bodies inflected issues essential to transatlantic culture, including class, gender, religion, and slavery, while the practice of reprinting challenged the concepts of individual identity, personal property, and national identity.
Download or read book The Best 195 Classics Ever Written Volume 3 written by Various and published by ReadHowYouWant.com. This book was released on 2013-11-10 with total page 14663 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Compiled in 4 volumes, "The Best 195 Classics Ever Written" brings together exceptional works by distinguished authors including renowned names like Charles Dickens, Henry James, Jane Austen and William Shakespeare. Aiming to provide the best compilation of classical works for its lovers, this amazing collection has a wonderful blend of relationships, emotions, fantasy and adventure that attracted everyone for generations and inspired many films, television serials and stage adaptations.
Download or read book Historical Genealogy of the Lawrence Family written by Thomas Lawrence and published by . This book was released on 1858 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Life on the Mississippi by Mark Twain Delphi Classics Illustrated written by Mark Twain and published by Delphi Classics. This book was released on 2017-07-17 with total page 470 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘Life on the Mississippi’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of Mark Twain’. Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Twain includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily. eBook features: * The complete unabridged text of ‘Life on the Mississippi’ * Beautifully illustrated with images related to Twain’s works * Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook * Excellent formatting of the textPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles
Download or read book The Westminster Review written by and published by . This book was released on 1829 with total page 574 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Sea Brothers written by Bert Bender and published by University of Pennsylvania Press. This book was released on 2015-11-16 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sea-Brothers offers the most extensive analysis to date of the sea and its meaning in American literature. On the basis of his study of Melville, Crane, London, Hemingway, Matthiessen, and ten lesser-known sea-writers, Bert Bender argues that the tradition of American sea fiction did not end with the opening of the western frontier and the replacement of sailing ships by steamers. Rather, he demonstrates its continuity and vitality, identifying a central vision within the tradition and showing how particular authors draw from, transform, and contribute to it. What is most distinctive about American sea fiction, Bender contends, is its visionary, often mystical, response to the biological world and to man's perceived place in the larger universe. When Melville envisioned the sea as the essential element of life, indeed as life itself, he changed the course of American sea fiction by introducing the relevance of biological thought. But his meditations on the whale and "the ungraspable phantom of life" project a different reality from that envisioned by his successors. In American sea fiction after Melville, the influence of Origin of Species is as powerful as that of Moby Dick or the theme of sailing ships being displaced by steam. The ideal of brotherhood so central to American sea fiction was severely compromised by the biological reality of a competitive, warring nature. Twentieth-century sea fiction has continued to center on the biological world and address the possibility of democratic brotherhood, but the issues were fundamentally changed by Darwin's theories. This book will be a valuable source for students and scholars of American literature and will interest readers of sea fiction.
Download or read book A Critical Dictionary of English Literature and British and American Authors written by S. Austin Allibone and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2022-09-17 with total page 1014 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint of the original, first published in 1859.
Download or read book ELSIE DINSMORE Complete Collection 28 Timeless Children Classics in One Premium Edition written by Martha Finley and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-12-10 with total page 4780 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Martha Finley's 'ELSIE DINSMORE Complete Collection' is a compilation of 28 timeless children classics that follow the life of Elsie Dinsmore, a young girl navigating the challenges of growing up in the 19th century. Written in a simple yet engaging style, Finley's work provides a window into the cultural and social norms of the time. Through Elsie's journey, readers are exposed to themes of faith, family dynamics, and societal expectations, making it a valuable piece of literature for both children and adults alike. The collection is a blend of heartwarming moments, moral lessons, and historical insights, making it a significant contribution to children's literature. Finley's eloquent writing style and attention to detail create a vivid and immersive reading experience for audiences of all ages. Martha Finley's personal experiences as a teacher and her deep faith undoubtedly influenced the creation of Elsie Dinsmore, making the character and her stories both relatable and inspiring. Recommended for readers looking for a charming yet insightful collection of children's classics that withstands the test of time.
Download or read book A Critical Dictionary of English Literature and British and American Authors Living and Deceased from the Earliest Account to the Latter Half of the Nineteenth Century written by Samuel Austin Allibone and published by . This book was released on 1882 with total page 1168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Critical Companion to Edgar Allan Poe written by Dawn B. Sova and published by Infobase Publishing. This book was released on 2007 with total page 467 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the life and career of Edgar Allan Poe including synopses of many of his works, biographies of family and friends, a discussion of Poe's influence on other writers, and places that influenced his writing.
