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Join physician and author S. Weir Mitchell as he invites you into a captivating collection of short stories that explore the depths of the human experience. From the enchanting Arabian desert to a solitary park bench, and from a lively seaside port to an ancient library brimming with forgotten texts, Mitchell skillfully illuminates what it means to live through the eyes of others. Through both tangible and metaphorical hauntings, desperate choices, and moral quandaries, these vivid sketches reveal that life is as intricate or as straightforward as we choose to perceive it. (Summary by Ben ...

Departing from the usual third person narratives of biographies, this account is told in the first person as the reminiscences of a now retired George Washington. Reflecting on his days as a youth, he relates his family history, education, and military life up to the age of about 26 when he was a colonel. Naturally the author takes much liberty in filling in the details of Washington’s life, but largely remains true to history and the spirit of the man. The result is an engaging story that flows naturally, entertaining as it informs. - Summary by Larry Wilson

Published in 1864, this collection of children's poetry and short stories includes: "The Curly Fish", "Bun, the Squirrel", "The Bird and the Field Mouse", "The Wolf That Wanted a Doctor", "Little Bobby Redbreast", "Tomorrow'll Be Christmas", "Old Wine in a New Bottle", "Naughty Harry", "Harry's Birthday", "Real Magic", "Careless Sophia", "Tommy's Trials", "Little Mabel", and "The Tale of the Great Giant Smokey Pokey".

In a refreshing departure from traditional third-person biographies, this captivating account unfolds in the first person as the reflections of a retired George Washington. As he looks back on his youth, he shares insights into his family history, education, and early military experiences, culminating at the age of 26 when he held the rank of colonel. While the author creatively fills in certain details, he remains largely faithful to the historical essence and spirit of Washington himself. The result is a compelling narrative that entertains while it enlightens. - Summary by Larry Wilson