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This Newbery Honor Book by E. B. White, author of Stuart Little and The Trumpet of the Swan, is a classic of children's literature that is "just about perfect." Some Pig. Humble. Radiant. These are the words in Charlotte's Web, high up in Zuckerman's barn. Charlotte's spiderweb tells of her...

The Crisis, the official journal of the NAACP, debuted in 1910 under the editorial leadership of W. E. B. Du Bois, one of its founders. For over two decades, Du Bois wielded significant influence over the publications content, passionately advocating for civil rights and racial equality. In his own words, The object of this publication is to set forth those facts and arguments which show the danger of race prejudice, particularly as manifested to-day toward colored people. This edition delves into pressing issues such as Jim Crow laws, the Socialist movement in Oklahoma, and the importance of ...

In November 1897, I presented a comprehensive plan to the American Academy of Political and Social Science aimed at addressing the complexities of Negro issues. This essay is a crucial part of an extensive investigation into the history and social conditions of African Americans in Philadelphia. Penned by W.E.B. Du Bois, the work not only explores the challenges faced by the community but also delves into the broader implications of these issues. At the conclusion, youll find valuable appendices that include additional statistics, with Appendix B highlighting significant legislative actions ...

The suppression of the African slave trade is intricately linked to its origins, the institution of American slavery, and the sweeping colonial policies of the eighteenth century. This complex interplay makes it difficult to tackle the subject without falling into superficiality or overly narrow viewpoints. While I do not claim to fully resolve these challenges, my hope is that this monograph will serve as a significant contribution to the academic discourse surrounding slavery and the African American experience. (Summary by W.E. Burghardt Du Bois)

Since its publication in 1952, Charlotte's Web has become one of America's best-loved children's books. For fifty years, this timeless tale of how a little girl named Fern, with the help of a friendly spider, saved her pig Wilbur from the usual fate of nice fat little pigs has continued to warm the hearts of readers everywhere. Now this classic, a 1953 Newbery Honor book, comes to life in a delightful unabridged recording, read lovingly by the author himself.

Brought to life by Meryl Streep and a full cast, this beloved book by E. B. White, author of Stuart Little and The Trumpet of the Swan, is a classic of children's literature that is "just about perfect."* Some Pig. Humble. Radiant. These are the words in Charlotte's Web, high up in Zuckerman's...

Step back to 1929 with Is Sex Necessary?, a satirical spoof on the era’s obsession with psychoanalysis and forbidden topics. E.B. White and James Thurber, masters of wit, deliver a faux-scientific treatise on the “mysteries” of sex, skewering outdated gender roles and societal norms with sharp humor. This audiobook, narrated by a modern voice, offers a glimpse into a time capsule, complete with its absurd theories and delightfully dry satire. Prepare for a tongue-in-cheek romp through the absurdities of human behavior and a humorous reflection of a bygone era.

Legendary author and essayist E. B. White writes, "The essayist is a self-liberated man, sustained by the childish belief that everything he thinks about, everything that happens to him, is of general interest." Covering a large number of subjects, this classic collection features 31 of White's most memorable essays.

“The problem of the twentieth century is the problem of the color line,” writes Du Bois, in one of the most prophetic works in all of American literature. First published in 1903, this collection of 15 essays dared to describe the racism that prevailed at that time in America—and to demand an end to it. Du Bois’ writing draws on his early experiences, from teaching in the hills of Tennessee, to the death of his infant son, to his historic break with the conciliatory position of Booker T. Washington.

Perceptive, funny, and nostalgic, E. B. White's stroll around Manhattan remains the quintessential love letter to the city, written by one of America's foremost literary figures. The New York Times named Here Is New York one of the 10 best books ever written about the metropolis, and The New Yorker called it "the wittiest essay, and one of the most perceptive, ever done on the city".

Annabelle hasn't had the best of lives. She lives with her abusive adoptive family who treat her more like a slave than someone to care for. One day, she finally builds up the courage to escape and runs for her life, but when she crosses into Crescent Moon territory and meets Alpha Jax her life is going to completely turn upside down. Secrets will be revealed, not only about herself but also about what happened to her parents who disappeared all those years ago.

In E. B. White on Dogs, his granddaughter and manager of his literary estate, Martha White, has compiled the best and funniest of her grandfather's essays, poems, and letters depicting over a dozen of his various canine companions. Included here are favorite essays such as "Two Letters, Both Open", "Bedfellows", and many others, as well as some of White's little-known notes and comment pieces covering dog shows, sled dog races, and the trials and tribulations of city canines.

This collection of narratives, all told by people who were actually part of the American Civil War, was first published in 1885 and was received very well by the public, who caused it to have a further five reprints during the next few years. You'll hear about a number of famous escapades that took place during the Civil War, from a civilian with Unionist sympathies but living in the South, through to the unparalleled locomotive chase that inspired Buster Keaton's all time classic silent movie The General.

Just like every other Christmas, eleven-year-old Eric is looking forward to visiting his grandmother during winter break along with his sister and cousins. After he arrives, Eric mistakenly believes that this visit will be just like all the others. One night when Eric notices his grandmother acting strangely as she emerges out of a secret room she keeps locked in the back of the house, his curiosity about the room ignites. After he enlists the help of his sister and cousins, Eric sets out to unearth the truth behind the secret room and his grandmother’s connection.

Prinzessin Avara erhofft sich, ihrem tristen Schicksal am Hof ihres Vaters zu entfliehen, indem sie die Braut eines Kronprinzen wird. Aber nicht ihr Auserwählter hält um ihre Hand an, sondern der verboten attraktive Prinz Eryx aus dem Dornenreich. Dort soll Avara die anderen beiden Prinzen kennenlernen, die ebenso um ihre Gunst buhlen werden. Denn so verlangt es die Tradition des sagenumwobenen Reichs.

This three-part book breaks gold down into must know sections: I. Why Gold?: History reveals an ugly pattern of governments spending tomorrow’s hard-earned savings today leaving unknowing savers holding the bag. 2. Why Now?: Recent events foretell a dangerous future for money today. III. A Gold Market “How To” Manual: From bars to coins and everything in between Tucker walks listeners through the gold market in simple terms. From a financial novice to an investment professional looking to get up to speed on the gold market, Why Gold? Why Now? is the essential guide.

Stuart Little is a shy, philosophical mouse witha big heart and a taste for adventure. He also happens to be the second son born to the Littles, a human family living in New York City. In spite of his dimunuitive statue-barely two inches tall--Stuart enjoys life in the big city. He rides a Fifth...

Too personal for an almanac, too sophisticated for a domestic history, and too funny and self-doubting for a literary journal, One Man's Meat can best be described as a primer of a countryman's lessons and a timeless recounting of experience that will never go out of style.

In November, 1897, I submitted to the American Academy of Political and Social Science a plan for the study of Negro problems. This work is an essay along the lines there laid down, and is thus part of larger design of observation and research into the history and social conditions of the transplanted Africans. W.E.B. Du Bois At the end of this work are appendices, mainly additional statistics and not included here--the most noteworthy of them being Appendix B, a list of legislation regarding the Philadelphia Negro during this period.

Her entire life, Ardath has wanted to do one thing: save people in a way no one managed to save her mother. After growing up without any real family, she wants to spare others from the same fate. She’s come up with a brilliant plan to save even more lives, if only she can fund it.