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When a young cowboy named Jeff takes on the challenge of driving 3,000 cattle from Brownsville, Texas, to Montana, he quickly discovers that the rugged life of a cattle driver is as demanding as it is exhilarating. In "Log of a Cowboy," Andy Adams draws on his own experiences to deliver an authentic glimpse into the trials and triumphs of life on the Great Western Cattle Trail in 1882. This gripping narrative immerses listeners in the day-to-day realities of the cowboy life—from the relentless sun beating down on the herds to the camaraderie and conflict that arises among the men on the ...

Join Randy and Jebs on an exhilarating journey in 'Wild Dogs of Drowning Creek,' a gripping action-packed audiobook by Manly Wade Wellman. When the duo visits their towering friend Sam, a former circus giant, at the newly restored Chimney Pot House, they stumble upon chaos in the serene North Carolina countryside. Wild dogs are on the loose, and these fierce canines are not just running free—they're on a mission to create havoc. As Randy and Jebs delve deeper into the mystery, they must confront the wild's untamed spirit and face the dangers lurking in the shadows. This heart-pounding ...

An instructional guide to the sport of badminton, presented by a 21-time All-England champion! Also a two-time British chess champion, his strategic acumen shines through both in his badminton and tennis tactics. One of my favourite quotes from the book perfectly captures his mindset: "I prefer to expect the best stroke my opponent has any reasonable chance of making; that is, the stroke which is most likely to cause me trouble." - Summary by Rapunzelina

In 'Skylark Three,' the thrilling sequel to 'The Skylark of Space,' Richard Seaton and his loyal crew embark on a daring mission that takes them into uncharted territories of the galaxy. As they confront the cunning DuQuesne and the formidable Fenachrone, Seaton must navigate complex alien alliances and dangerous encounters. The stakes are high, and the fate of humanity hangs in the balance. With every twist and turn, friendships are tested, and unexpected insights emerge about loyalty, bravery, and the essence of humanity. This gripping tale combines action, adventure, and thought-provoking ...

A autobiographical account of climbs in the New Zealand Alps in the late nineteenth century. - Summary by Beeswaxcandle

Ever wondered how football has changed over the years? Look no further! This selection of rules, positions, and explanations of how football was played in the late 1800s is sure to leave you with a greater knowledge of the evolution of the sport. (Summary by Campbell Schelp)

Serialized in Shadowland from November 1921 to February 1922, Hollywood: Its Morals and Manners is Theodore Dreiser's shocking four part expose on the motion picture industry. In it, he shares his observations from his extended stay in Los Angeles, and gives us an intimate look at the seedier underside of Hollywood. (Summary by ChuckW)

The court of French King Louis XIV was not a safe place to be. It was filled with plots and intrigues, leaving observers and commentators with more questions than answers among speculation and innuendo. Funck-Brentano was a scholar, librarian and expert on the political climate of eighteenth century France. Backing up his work with research in the archives of the Bastille, he attempts to explain and throw light on the tumultuous times. - Summary by Lynne Thompson

Some or all of some of these stories may or not be completely true or untrue — Satirical fiction that is sometimes funny and sometimes serious, and sometimes both at the same time —Music: "Le noir et la rage," DIY-Note, Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC — Logo: Canva, Google Gemini

Seven stories by Jack London, set in the Yukon and other northwestern localities. The most well-known story in this collection is probably To Build a Fire, which is often taught in American high school classrooms. - Summary by TriciaG

This is a collection showing W. Somerset Maugham's early attempt in the short story genre, which he comes to master as one of 20th century's best teller of tales. - Summary by Lilith Branda

Tales of Unrest (1898) is the first collection of short stories by Joseph Conrad published in his lifetime.Joseph Conrad (1857–1924), a Polish-born English novelist, was a master in the formats of long short story and novella, a form of story longer than conventional short story but shorter than a novel. Some of Conrad's most acclaimed works have been written in these formats, most notably Heart of Darkness (1899).Tales of Unrest contains five stories; Karain: A Memory (written 1897; read by Jhiu), The Idiots (1896; read by Ann Boulais), An Outpost of Progress (1896; read by Kristine Bekere)...

One of four books of short stories written in his brief career. These stories are written using African-American dialect which provides deeper insight to the culture of that time. - Summary by Kirk202

Tales of Dakota Sioux Native American Zitkala-Sa. These tales weave childhood memories and Native American Lore to paint an origin story of a female Native American activist rising. - Summary by afutterer

Collection of short stories by prolific British fantasy writer, Victor Bridges. Stories include A Bit of Old Chelsea and The Bronze-Haired Girl, as well as The Cruise of the Scandal. - Summary by Lynne T

A collection of tales written by J.E. Muddock. All these stories are dark in atmosphere and subject matter.

The Doves' Nest and Other Stories is a collection of complete stories and fragments by the writer Katherine Mansfield. The book was published several months after the Kiwi author's death. - Summary by Rob Marland

Here, among the hosts of ladies who write with care and inelegance, comes a woman artist. An Isle in the Water is a collection of fifteen well-conceived and excellently-finished Irish stories, for which it would be hard to find anything to say but praise. They are all extremely short for the force of their effect, and every touch tells; they are gracefully phrased without an appearance of artifice, subtly expressed without a suspicion of affectation.' -- Saturday Review, 1897

Tales of Three Hemispheres is a collection of fantasy short stories by Lord Dunsany. The first edition was published in Boston by John W. Luce & Co. in November, 1919; the first British edition was published in London by T. Fisher Unwin in June, 1920. The book collects 14 short pieces by Dunsany; the last three, under the general heading "Beyond the Fields We Know," are related tales, as explained in the publisher's note preceding the first, "Idle Days on the Yann," which was previously published in the author's earlier collection A Dreamer's Tales, but reprinted in the current one owing to ...

First mate Lancelot Biggs of the rundown space lugger Saturn is a sort of jackass of all trades. It doesn't matter what duties the ship's captain Hanson assigns his Mr. Biggs - "Merdejo!" ensues. The captain and crew might wish to airlock-eject the first mate but their Mr. Biggs is the nephew of a real mister bigshot in the Corporation that owns the Saturn. What might sound like bad news for the mekel and clab hauling ship and her crew is fun for us! Listen in on the misguided misadventures of the Saturn in the words of her wise cracking radio man Bert "Sparks" Donovan. - Summary by Brian ...