Download or read book The Extraordinary Mrs R written by William Turner Levy and published by Wiley. This book was released on 2001-01-31 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "[Levy's] recollections are delightful, loving, and unique."-New York Times "A lovely, loving memoir."-Blanche Wiesen Cook, Winner of the L.A. Times Book Prize for Eleanor Roosevelt, 1884--1933, Vol. 1 "[A] loving remembrance."-Kirkus Reviews One of the most admired women of the twentieth century, Eleanor Roosevelt will always be remembered for her remarkable achievements as First Lady, United Nations official, and passionate advocate for the causes she held close to her heart. Now, through fascinating anecdotes, many of them totally fresh, William Turner Levy-a close friend of the former First Lady-gives us an intimate look at Eleanor Roosevelt and the way she viewed the world. And with the help of acclaimed historian Cynthia Eagle Russett, we also see Eleanor Roosevelt's role in shaping American and international politics. In this rare book, we gain a cherished glimpse of the extraordinary Mrs. R-as if she were our friend, too. An enchanting portrait of Eleanor Roosevelt in all her human dimensions-with fascinating anecdotes of the people she knew and loved-this refreshing and affectionate memoir reveals the fun-loving, intelligent, and vibrant woman behind the public persona.

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Download or read book An Extraordinary Ordinary Woman written by Susan M. Ouellette and published by SUNY Press. This book was released on 2017-04-12 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A rare nineteenth-century journal of an everyday woman richly infused with the minutiae of antebellum daily life and work. In 1820, Phebe Orvis began a journal that she faithfully kept for a decade. Richly detailed, her diary captures not only the everyday life of an ordinary woman in early nineteenth-century Vermont and New York, but also the unusual happenings of her family, neighborhood, and beyond. The journal entries trace Orvis’s transition from single life to marriage and motherhood, including her time at the Middlebury Female Seminary and her observations about the changing social and economic environment of the period. A Quaker, Orvis also recorded the details of the waxing passion of the Second Great Awakening in the people around her, as well as the conflict the fervor caused within her own family. In the first section of the book, Susan M. Ouellette includes a series of essays that illuminate Orvis’s diary entries and broaden the social landscape she inhabited. These essays focus on Orvis and, more importantly, the experience of ordinary people as they navigated the new nation, the new century, and the emerging American society and culture. The second section is a transcript of the original journal. This combination of analytical essays and primary source material offers readers a unique perspective of domestic life in northern New England as well as upstate New York in the early nineteenth century. “Ouellette’s chronicle offers the reader a beautifully crafted and richly textured account of ten years in the life of a young woman as she transitions from unmarried to married life on the New York and Vermont frontier. In the hands of Ouellette, the diary of Phebe Orvis is interpreted with skill and grace, and her life experiences are firmly grounded in the vibrant world of post-revolutionary America. This engaging work will be liked by those readers seeking a deeper understanding of the lives of women and family in the Early Republic as well as those interested in the history of New York, Vermont, and the American frontier.” — Jacqueline Barbara Carr, author of After the Siege: A Social History of Boston, 1775–1800 “Unraveling intricate threads from a young woman’s nineteenth-century diary, Ouellette deftly weaves them into a picture of life in northern Vermont and New York during the Early Republic. Themes of life, death, courting, marriage, travels, fears, and yearnings jump off the pages as Ouellette works her magic not only bringing Phebe Orvis to life but also using the diary and other primary sources to place Phebe’s life within the larger context of her times, gender, and social class. A wonderful read.” — Elise A. Guyette, author of Discovering Black Vermont: African American Farmers in Hinesburgh, 1790–1890

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Download or read book The Extraordinary Voyages 41 Books in One Volume Illustrated Edition written by Jules Verne and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-26 with total page 7448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jules Verne's 'The Extraordinary Voyages: 41 Books in One Volume' is an iconic collection of adventure and science fiction novels that showcase Verne's imaginative storytelling and visionary outlook. Through his detailed descriptions and meticulous research, Verne introduces readers to a world of exploration, technology, and discovery, setting the stage for the modern science fiction genre. The collection encompasses a wide range of settings and plots, from underwater journeys in '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea' to space travel in 'From the Earth to the Moon', making it a captivating read for fans of classic literature. The illustrated edition adds visual depth to Verne's rich narratives, enhancing the reader's experience. As one of the most celebrated authors of his time, Verne's works continue to inspire and entertain readers of all ages with their timeless appeal and enduring relevance. His innovative approach to storytelling and his ability to blend adventure with scientific principles have solidified his place in literary history. 'The Extraordinary Voyages' serves as a testament to Verne's lasting legacy and his impact on the world of literature. I recommend this collection to anyone interested in exploring the depths of imagination and embarking on thrilling literary adventures.

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Download or read book EXTRAORDINARY JOURNEYS Complete Collection 41 Adventure Classics in One Volume Illustrated written by Jules Verne and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2016-11-23 with total page 9421 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This carefully crafted ebook: “EXTRAORDINARY JOURNEYS – Complete Collection: 41 Adventure Classics in One Volume (Illustrated)” is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Five Weeks in a Balloon Journey to the Centre of the Earth From the Earth to the Moon Around the Moon The Adventures of Captain Hatteras In Search of the Castaways Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea A Floating City The Adventures of Three Englishmen and Three Russians in South Africa The Fur Country Around the World in Eighty Days The Mysterious Island The Survivors of the Chancellor Michael Strogoff Hector Servadac The Underground City Dick Sand, A Captain at Fifteen The Begum's Fortune Tribulations of a Chinaman in China The Steam House Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon Godfrey Morgan or, The Robinson Crusoe School The Green Ray Mathias Sandorf The Star of the South Ticket No. “9672” Robur the Conqueror The Master of the World The Waif of “Cynthia” North Against South or, Texar's Revenge The Flight to France or, The Memoirs of a Dragoon Kéraban the Inflexible Adrift in Pacific or, Two Years' Vacation Topsy Turvy Cesar Cascabel Mistress Branican The Castle of the Carpathians Claudius Bombarnac Captain Antifer Facing the Flag An Antarctic Mystery Jules Gabriel Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist, poet, and playwright best known for his adventure novels and his profound influence on the literary genre of science fiction.

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Download or read book Memoirs of the first forty five years of the life of James Lackington Eighth edition Corrected and much enlarged etc written by James LACKINGTON and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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