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This provocative collection, edited by acclaimed media psychology writer Travis Langley and with a foreword by the legendary Stan Lee, examines the complex psychological and political choices made by Captain America and Iron Man throughout their careers, culminating in Marvel's superhero civil war which spreads far beyond the Avengers themselves. Why do Steve Rogers and Tony Stark see things so differently? What are their motivations? Is either one truly in the right? Captain America vs. Iron Man: Freedom, Security, Psychology analyzes the polar sides of this debate.

Set sail on an adventure through the imaginative worlds crafted by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This collection features a mix of early short stories that range from thrilling mysteries to whimsical comedies, and even elements of shipwreck and fantasy. Dive into tales where the unknown looms large, and humor lightens the darkest moments. Each story showcases Doyle's signature storytelling style, bringing characters to life and transporting listeners to different times and places. Whether you’re unraveling a mystery or laughing at a clever twist, these stories promise to engage and entertain. ...

This is a collection of early Sir Arthur Conan Doyle short stories. It includes stories of mystery, comedy, shipwrecks and fantasy. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)

This is a volume of narrative poems by Edwin Arlington Robinson. - Summary by Carolin

...diary entries written by a stowaway trapped alone aboard a massive late-1500s merchant ship stranded in a windless region of the Atlantic.The narrator is a criminal; a grifter; a shapeshifter; brilliant but not wise; narcissistic but self-aware enough to be funny; trapped alone. The crew is gone.The ship is stocked with enough provisions to survive for years.The ocean is calm.No wind.No audience.No friction.The narrator's true enemy is not starvation.It is stillness.

This Poem is the result of a sense of duty, which has taken the Author from quieter studies during a great public crisis. He obeyed the impulse with joy, because it took the shape of verse; but with more pain, on some accounts, than he chooses to express. However, he has done what he conceived himself bound to do; and if every zealous lover of his species were to express his feelings in like manner, to the best of his ability, individual opinions, little in themselves, would soon amount to an overwhelming authority, and hasten the day of reason and beneficence. - Summary by Advertisement

A voyage on the famous Nonestic Ocean! What could be more thrilling than that? We—many of us—have taken trips on the prosaic Atlantic or even Pacific, but have we found a SEA FOREST with flying fish and swimming birds? Have we been pursued by a real SEA SERPENT, or had our ship transfixed by the immense ivory tusk of a NARWHAL? Have we come upon the glittering island of PEAKENSPIRE, or made friends with a charming talking hippopotamus? Yet all these things and more befall Captain Salt, one time Pirate and now Royal Explorer of Oz, and his merry crew. They come back with their hold bursting...

On December 1, 1842, three crew members of the U.S. Navy brig Somers were hanged for mutiny. The alleged leader was eighteen-year-old Philip Spencer, son of President Tyler's Secretary of War. The author, a distant relative of one of the crew members suspected in the incident, attempts to uncover the facts of this controversial moment in United States naval history. - Summary by Mark Harrington

When young Frank is falsely accused of a crime, he leaves England to seek adventure in America. He joins a wagon train heading west to the California gold fields, but as he is soon to find out, the West is more than just adventure! Braving Indians, wolves, and other dangers, Frank is determined to strike it rich - and perhaps someday clear his name and return home. - Summary by Rachel

Pirate stories galore! Pirate life was not always what it seemed from the outside. - Summary by david wales

LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of "O Captain! My Captain!" This was the Weekly Poetry for the week of August 17, 2014."O Captain! My Captain!" is an elegy for Abraham Lincoln written by Walt Whitman, who worked as a clerk and army hospital nurse during the Civil War. The Captain of the poem is Lincoln, and the ship represents the United States, brought safely through the storm of war. In the poem, Whitman juxtaposes the people's joy at the end of the war with his grief at the assassination of the President. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)

The story, set in the 17th Century during the reign of Louis XIII in France, concerns the progress of an impoverished nobleman as he ventures forth into a series of dangerous adventures which culminate in the restoration of his true noble social position. In today's parlance the story might be described as an action romance. The protagonist happens to become involved a group of travelling actors whom he accompanies in his search for himself. There are a number of similarities with Goethe's "Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship". Among the troupe of actors is a young woman with whom he falls deeply...

Dive into the evocative world of narrative poetry with Captain Craig, a captivating collection by Edwin Arlington Robinson. This volume, beautifully summarized by Carolin, brings to life rich characters and poignant stories that resonate deeply with readers.

This seafaring adventure story was adapted from the German. It is also known as The Disobedient Son and tells the story of a boy who runs away to sea. - Summary by Lynne Thompson

"William Jesse "Bill" McDonald (1852 - 1918) in the 1880s served as a deputy sheriff in Wood County. After moving to Hardeman County, he served as deputy sheriff, special Ranger, and U. S. Deputy Marshal of the Northern District of Texas and the Southern District of Kansas.. . . .In 1891 McDonald was selected to replace S. A. McMurry as Captain of Company B, Frontier Battalion. He served as a Ranger captain until 1907. Capt. McDonald and his company took part in a number of celebrated cases including the Fitzsimmons-Maher prize fight, the Wichita Falls bank robbery, the Reese-Townsend feud, ...

Captain Garuda Wellness Warriors empowers you with cutting-edge strategies for mind-body mastery, blending functional fitness, nutrient-dense nutrition, and mindfulness practices to forge your strongest, healthiest self.Hosted by Stacey Chillemi alongside expert coach and wellness thought-leader Hassan Moaminah, each episode delivers:Action-oriented workouts and mobility drills for every fitness levelHolistic nutrition tips to fuel performance, recovery, and vitalityMindset coaching and breath-work techniques to reduce stress and boost focusInspiring warrior stories of everyday heroes who’ve...

Explore the thrilling life of Captain John Smith, whose name is synonymous with the early colonization of Virginia and the exploration of New England. This gripping narrative delves into his eventful life, featuring his high-stakes battles with the Turks and his fateful encounter with the young Powhatan woman, Pocahontas. Dive into the lesser-known facets of Smiths life and embark on a journey through his extraordinary adventures.

Embark on a thrilling adventure with Nick Carter, the legendary detective who first graced the pages of dime store novels in 1886. Authored by a series of writers under the pseudonym Nicholas Carter, these narratives chronicle the gripping tales of Americas greatest detective. Typically sought after by the elite and influential, in this thrilling episode, its Nicks friend, the affluent Maxwell Kane, who needs his help. After a band of pirates hijacks his yacht while its at anchor, Max and his high-profile guests are left disoriented and shaken. But fear not, as Nick is on the case, ready to ...

Embark on an exhilarating journey with Benjamin Bonneville from 1832 to 1835 as he leads a daring expedition through the breathtaking landscapes of Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Utah, Nevada, and California. Washington Irving vividly recounts the vibrant world Bonneville encountered—a realm where adventurous trappers ride their decorated steeds and courageous war chiefs roam the wild. Experience the thrill of traders’ caravans navigating rugged terrain, the excitement of buffalo hunts, and the camaraderie found in a hunting camp brimming with tales of danger and adventure. ...

Dive into a treasure trove of thrilling pirate tales! Discover the intriguing truths behind the swashbuckling life of pirates, which was often far more complex than the romanticized tales weve come to know. - Summary by David Wales