It was about as hard as hard could ever be growing up in Raleigh, North Carolina, especially for colored people. Obidella Johnson hated the word colored. She had to admit that it was better than being called Nigra. Her family had it better than most folks. Her mama was a pastry chef at La Fountain Bleu and made good money, which would have been fine if their daddy, a preacher, hadnt run away with the head of the usher board and their mother hadnt turned to drink to ease her pain. Obidella ...

The Gamester is a tragedy by Edward Moore that examines the destructive effects of gambling addiction on personal relationships and social standing. The story follows Beverley, a gentleman who succumbs to compulsive gambling, leading to financial ruin and the unraveling of his marriage to his devoted wife, Mrs. Beverley.As Beverley’s obsession deepens, he loses not only his fortune but also the trust and support of those closest to him. His wife struggles to maintain her dignity and protec...

"An Outline of the History of Christian Thought Since Kant " is a piece of religious text written by American theologian, Edward Caldwell Moore.

Reflecting the spirit of East Indian myths, legends, and fables, these illustrations were compiled by one of the nineteenth century's foremost Orientalists. Edward Moor published The Hindu Pantheon in 1810, and this new volume draws upon his exposition of India's religious iconography to offer a spectacular array of images of Hindu deities.Dramatic engravings and line drawings include scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata as well as temple images of Kri...

Moores Fables for the Female Sex by Edward Moore offers a concentrated, compelling experience within history / general. This concise work presents carefully drawn characters and purposeful plotting that together explore themes of choice, consequence, and human connection. The prose is precise and economical, balancing vivid scenes with clear pacing to maintain narrative momentum. Ideal for readers seeking a thoughtful, accessible read, the book is well-suited to book clubs and classroom di...

In "Moore's Fables for the Female Sex," Edward Moore presents a captivating collection of fables that uniquely engage with the complexities of women's lives in the 18th century. With a blend of wit and moral insight, Moore employs a concise and allegorical style reminiscent of Aesop while infusing his narratives with social critique and feminist undertones. Each fable serves as a mirror reflecting societal norms, expectations, and the often-ignored intelligence and agency of women, thus si...

Burn: A Balance of Fitness and Fun. Sometimes a book title can mislead. Especially this title with its illustration, in which the scale seems to be heavily tipped to the “fun” side. The truth is that following the program in this book will require lots of training and little fun—until you reach the last two chapters. At that point, all your hard work and effort will begin to pay off. Your level of fitness will allow you to enjoy the day and your surroundings as you glide along your favorit...

This is Volume XV in a collection of twenty-two on 20th Century Philosophy. First published in 1966, as a part of the Muirhead library of Philosophy this work consists of selections from three courses of lectures. The first course was given in the academic year 1925-26, the second in 1928-29, and the third in 1933-34. The first two (entitled “ Metaphysics” ) were intended primarily for Part II of the Moral Sciences Tripos; the last (entitled “ Elements of Philosophy” ) for Part I. (The sel...

Smugglers, illegal aliens, shoot-outs and pretty women offering bribes were all a part of the daily life of early Border Patrol officers in the American West, specifically the border area between Arizona and Mexico. The time is the 1920s and the problems are still the same: danger, intrigue and death came with the territory as members of the U.S. Border Patrol tried to enforce the law along the narrow strip of land that separates the two countries. There is non-stop action as agents hunt d...

The “Long Middle Ages” indicates a span of time extending from Antiquity, across the Middle Ages, to the Early Modern period. The author tries to understand factors of historical continuity binding this period together and the periodic scenes of violent change that disrupted societies and traditions. The Long Middle Ages were established on classical and biblical foundations, while each generation interpreted and expanded on those origins. The cohesion of the Long Middle Ages was brought a...

Mr. Moore's book reviews and comments on the main issues of North American life in recent years, including immigration, COVID-19, race relations, diversity, #MeTwo, the National Football League, YouTube, relationships, and social media.Mr. Moore hopes that his book will lead readers to thoughtfully re-examine their own views on social and political life in North America and have a few laughs along the way.His efforts at humor are purely intentional.

'Absolutely, positively an incredible read!!!! I found myself laughing out loud, yet also feeling pain for the Supremes as they faced life's challenges... I am now a #1 fan!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTUREPull up a chair by the window table at Big Earl's diner and meet the Supremes: three women from Plainview, Indiana, who've been best friends since their high school days in the 1960s. Through life's ...