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George Herbert (April 3, 1593 – March 1, 1633) was a Welsh poet, orator and a priest. Throughout his life he wrote religious poems characterized by a precision of language, a metrical versatility, and an ingenious use of imagery or conceits that was favored by the metaphysical school of poets. He is best remembered as a writer of poems and hymns such as "Come, My Way, My Truth, My Life" and "The King of Love My Shepherd Is." (Summary from Wikipedia)

This is a volume of poetry by George Meredith. The first four poems are the cycle A Circle of Life, the rest of the poems are miscellaneous collected poems. - Summary by Carolin

This is a 1916 volume of poetry by George Sterling, split into four parts. The first part consists of 33 of the fantastic poems for which Sterling was so famous, followed by three poems on the Panama-Pacific Exposition and four Personal Poems, and concluded with 43 poems on the then ongoing First World War. - Summary by Carolin

Part of The Pembroke Booklets, this is a collection of pastoral poems by three Elizabethan poets: Nicholas Breton, George Wither, and William Browne (of Tavistock)

This is a 1911 volume of poems by California poet George Sterling. Sterling was a particularly celebrated poet during his life time in California, though his fame remained local and hardly spread to the other shore of the United States, let alone to Europe. There were good reasons for this fame, however, as is demonstrated by this volume of particularly beautiful and evocative poetry. - Summary by Carolin

Born in London of Welsh parents, George Essex Evans was raised and educated by his mother Mary Ann (née Owen) in Pembrokeshire after she was widowed when George was only a few months old. Emigrating to Queensland with his siblings to Australia at age 17 with the intention of farming, Evans was badly injured in a horse-riding accident, when he was thrown against a tree and was unable to do any physical work. Evans was described as a reserved man, and at times rather moody and impulsive. However, he was also described as a kind person and a loyal friend. He had a strong sense of honour and ...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. "The Time Machine," first published in 1895, is one of the most important novels in the history of world science fiction literature. The plot focuses on the fate of the scientist, the Time Traveler, who, with the help of a self-constructed device...

Золотые правила Джордана Петерсона. Путь от хаоса к порядку Вы знаете, что нужно менять, но каждый вечер ложитесь спать с тем же списком нерешённых проблем. Проходят месяцы, годы, вы пытаетесь взяться за себя, выгораете и возвращаетесь к старому. И в какой-то момент понимаете, что так пройдёт вся жизнь. Джордан Петерсон – клинический психолог, чьи книги читают миллионы людей по всему миру. Он знает, почему это происходит, и знает, как это изменить. Жизнь не изменится, пока вы не возьмёте ответственность за один маленький шаг сегодня.

Five nights a week, George R. Noory, the host of America's top late-night radio talk show, Coast to Coast AM, talks to his audience of more than 10 million listeners about unlocking the secrets to their unlimited growth and boundless potential. He teaches people to transcend their fears and...

George Orwell war ein britischer Schriftsteller und Journalist, der vor allem durch seine politischen Essays und Romane wie "1984" und "Animal Farm" bekannt wurde. Seine Essays zeichnen sich durch klare und präzise Sprache, scharfe Beobachtungen und eine unbeirrbare Haltung gegenüber...

George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax (11 November 1633 – 5 April 1695) was an English statesman, writer, and politician who sat in the House of Commons in 1660, and in the House of Lords after he was raised to the peerage in 1668. He's noted in history for his views on Charles II among others. This compilation covers a wide range of his views which are particularly telling, coming, as they do, from a man who was singularly positioned among the powers of the time, to make them. Prepare yourself for a journey into antiquated English speech. (Summary by Wikipedia and John Greenman)

George Hamilton was the surgeon assigned to the frigate Pandora. The British Admiralty ordered the ship to the Pacific to arrest the Bounty mutineers and bring them back to England for trial. The commander, Captain Edward Edwards, also was ordered to chart the passage between Australia and New Guinea. While Edwards managed to arrest the mutineers still on Tahiti, he sank the Pandora on a reef near Australia. Hamilton tells this story and also the story of the crew's fate after the Pandora sank. (Summary by Roy Schreiber)

Abraham Lincoln: A History is an 1890 ten-volume account of the life and times of Abraham Lincoln, written by John Nicolay and John Hay, who were his personal secretaries during the American Civil War. Volume 2 chronicles Lincoln's life from 1856-1860. - Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Ann Boulais

George Cary Eggleston's Civil War memoir begins with a separate essay on the living conditions and political opinions of Virginia’s citizenry before secession. The body of the work contains vivid descriptions and accounts of the men and women of the South during the time of the Confederacy. Eggleston praises its war heroes, Robert E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson, and Jeb Stuart, but is highly critical of Jefferson Davis and of his government’s inefficiencies, red-tape, and favoritism. The book concludes with the war's end and a tribute to the character of the newly freed slaves. This informative...

What if the ultimate honeymoon took place among the planets? In A Honeymoon in Space, George Chetwynd Griffith invites listeners on an extraordinary journey through the solar system. Written during the dawn of science fiction, this imaginative classic follows a newly married couple as they...

Lord Byron visited the Castle of Chillon on Lake Geneva in Switzerland in 1816 and was intrigued by the legend of Francis Bonnivard who was said to have been imprisoned there in medieval times. The title poem of this collection was written in response to that visit. Originally published in 1816 this collection was extended after Byron's death. The final poem was written on his 36th birthday, just 3 months before he died. - Summary by Alan Mapstone

First published in 1876, and since adapted for both stage and screen, Daniel Deronda is George Eliot's last completed novel. Gwendolen Harleth, a beautiful but stubborn young woman, is forced into a loveless marriage proposal with the calculating Henleigh Mallinger Grandcourt, a man of few words but several secrets. Despite her mother's plea to help secure the family fortune, Gwendolen flees to a German town where she crosses paths with the titular character, Daniel Deronda.

The lot of a younger son was less assured than his older brother in days gone by. It was worse for his descendant, especially if he wanted to marry above his means. Such is the case for young Ralph Woodhall. He is a scholar, but is not attracted by the usual professions. He wishes to make his name -- and fortune -- and win the hand of his love, Margaret. On a whim, the couple visit an astrologer, who tells them that, although there are many trials ahead, happiness will eventually be theirs. With this in mind, Ralph sets out on his adventures. - Summary by LynneT

"Bright Ideas: Powering Smarter Homes with LS Electrician Singapore" is an informative and engaging podcast dedicated to helping homeowners, property managers, and business owners better understand electrical systems, safety practices, energy efficiency, and modern lighting solutions. Each episode features practical advice, expert insights, maintenance tips, and real-world stories from the electrical services industry. Whether listeners are looking to improve home safety, reduce energy consumption, upgrade lighting fixtures, or learn about the latest electrical technologies, this podcast ...

Another in the series of Little Masterpieces in Science, The Naturalist as Interpreter and Seer includes essays and excerpts from the works of Charles Darwin, Alfred R. Wallace, Thomas H. Huxley, Leland O. Howard and George Iles. The following topics are covered -The Origin of Species, The Descent of Man, Mimicry and Protective Resemblances Among Animals, Evolution of the Horse, Fighting Pests with Insect Allies, Flowers, and Electricity. Summary by J. M. Smallheer