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In this engaging survey, Eleanor Constance Lodge, the first woman to earn a Doctorate of Letters from the University of Oxford, explores the transformative period between 1273 and 1453. Characterized as a time of transition, this era witnesses the decline of medieval traditions and the emergence of modernity. It is the age of Joan of Arc, the reconquest of Spain from the Moors, the tumultuous Crusades led by the Teutonic Knights, and the powerful union of Poland and Lithuania under the Jagello dynasty. As the Swiss Republic rises and the Papacy faces division alongside the fragmented German ...

Discover the rich tapestry of history that shaped Upper and Lower Canada in this captivating account of early settlement. Explore the lives of indigenous inhabitants who interacted with English, Irish, Scottish, and French settlers, all beautifully illustrated by the remarkable black and white sketches of W.H. Bartlett. Join Czandra as she narrates this intriguing journey through time.

Fabric is a strategic dance development organisation based in the Midlands, UK, with sites in the cities of Birmingham and Nottingham.Fabric’s 10-year strategy sets out to show how we will play our role to ensure the sector can flourish. In these conversations, we invite artists, partners, collaborators and friends to share their stories about Fabric, about the sector, and about what dance, choreography and art mean to them, revealing ultimately, the social value of dance. Fabric is an Arts Council England, National Portfolio Organisation.

Discover the captivating stories of remarkable women who shaped history from 500 BC to the mid-1800s. Each chapter offers a concise yet engaging overview of a womans life, highlighting her contributions and legacy. A fascinating exploration awaits! (Summary by Michele Eaton)

Dive into a delightful collection of whimsical and quirky ghost tales that will tickle your funny bone! Featuring an engaging introduction by Dorothy Scarborough, this anthology includes stories from renowned authors such as Oscar Wilde, Gelett Burgess, and Washington Irving. From the mischievous Canterville ghost to the enchanting specter bridegroom, each tale offers a unique blend of humor and supernatural charm. Perfect for anyone who enjoys a good laugh alongside a spooky narrative, this compilation promises to entertain and amuse! (Summary by Sarah Engracia Parshall)

Sixty-nine poems by six of the most admired women Romantic writers—English, Scottish, Irish, and American: Dorothy Wordsworth (William Wordsworth’s sister), Joanna Baillie, Eliza Townsend, Mary Tighe, Sara Coleridge (Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s daughter), and Caroline Bowles Southey. Each in her own way, they all broke with the poetic conventions of the past, writing in ordinary language about ordinary people, and approaching the traditional subjects of poetry with fresh eyes. Comedy and tragedy, love and hatred, life and death, oppression and freedom—they’re all here.

Eddie en Alice ontmoeten elkaar voor het eerst in het echt in een overvolle bus op een warme zomerdag. Noelle moet de zaterdag voor kerst nog naar het winkelcentrum om kerstinkopen te doen voor haar familie. Plots ontmoet ze de aantrekkelijke Erik, verkleed als kerstman. Lees meer korte verhalen over zomer en winter in deze uitgebreide, erotische verhalenbundel.

Gathering ten modern masters of the strange and unsettling, Unquiet Guests sets fire to the blueprints and reimagines the haunted house from the foundations up. From dreamlike visions of an abandoned future mansion to a sentient building grown tired of its owners, these rooms echo with whispers of the disenfranchised and the lost.

The flagship show Podcast On Fire covers classic Hong Kong cinema, everything from Bruce Lee to Jackie Chan, John Woo and Jet Li! Featuring in depth discussions with an aura of fun, this is your primary stop in the podcast world for classic Hong Kong cinema!

Have you ever been curious about how your favorite authors embarked on their writing journeys? Did they dive headfirst into the world of literature, or did they pour their hearts into their stories after long days at the office? Some faced countless rejections, while others tasted success almost immediately. In this captivating collection, we hear directly from the authors themselves—like Bret Harte, Arthur Conan Doyle, R.M. Ballantyne, and H. Rider Haggard—as they share the pivotal moments that launched their literary careers. Join us as we explore the diverse experiences that ...

Dive into the eerie and enthralling world of the supernatural with master anthologist Joseph Lewis Frenchs collection of the finest ghost stories ever penned. From the early influential works of Daniel Defoe and Edward Bulwer-Lytton to the chilling narratives of contemporary legends like M. R. James, Algernon Blackwood, and E. F. Benson, this anthology promises to deliver a treasure trove of haunting tales that will keep you on the edge of your seat and awake through the darkest hours of the night! - Summary by Ben Tucker

Dive into the life of John Stuart Mill through a unique series of essays penned by notable figures of his era. This captivating biography explores various facets of Mills life, from his tenure in India House to his intriguing botanical discoveries. Get insights into his moral character, his abilities as a critic, and his studies in law and morality. Uncover his groundbreaking contributions to political economy and his profound influence on higher education institutions. Discover his political achievements and his enduring fame as a philosopher through these enlightening essays. (Summary by ...

This book is not an instructional manual nor a history of tobacco, but rather an anthology of the best poetry and prose from the last four centuries on the subtle pleasures of the pipe. Excerpts from works by William Cowper, J.M. Barrie, James Boswell and Thomas Carlyle, as well as many anonymous writers have been collected to provide the collective wit and wisdom of the 'Brotherhood of the Briar' in one volume. It will make an ideal fireside companion for any thoughtful and reflective pipe smoker.

קיץ, חום ורטיבות, הרפתקאות מיניות, גוף, אובססיות, חוויות מזדמנות, סווינגרס, יחסים אסורים וגילויים עצמיים, קשרים חד-מיניים, טריוּת, פרוזה נוטפת ומזיעה, סקס ושיגעון...

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