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Dive into the rich tapestry of Americas history with Montcalm and Wolfe, the final volume of Francis Parkmans monumental series on the French and English struggle for dominance in North America. Celebrated as one of the foremost historians of the nineteenth century, Parkman masterfully narrates the intense conflict from 1745 to 1884, culminating in the pivotal Seven Years War, known as the French and Indian War in the United States. Experience the dramatic climax as General Wolfe falls on the Plains of Abraham, marking a turning point in the battle for the New World. This audiobook features an...

Dive into Volume II of our captivating series, where we bring to life a collection of anecdotes and stories‚some familiar, others lesser-known‚that shape the rich tapestry of Americas past. This edition enriches the first volume, offering thrilling tales of discovery, colonization, and the formative years of the United States, all crafted to engage and inspire children and young adults in a dynamic and entertaining way. (Summary by Kalynda)

In this poignant letter penned from his prison cell in 1897, Oscar Wilde writes to Lord Alfred Douglas, reflecting on the circumstances that led to his imprisonment and exploring his profound spiritual evolution. This powerful narrative, transcribed from the 1913 Methuen & Co. edition, offers a glimpse into Wildes inner world during a tumultuous time in his life. (summary by AdamH) Please note that later editions of De Profundis include additional material, and the most comprehensive versions remain under copyright in the U.S.A.