A thrilling and perplexing investigation of a true Victorian crime at Dublin railway station.Dublin, November 1856: George Little, the chief cashier of the Broadstone railway terminus, is found dead, lying in a pool of blood beneath his desk.He has been savagely beaten, his head almost severed; there is no sign of a murder weapon, and the office door is locked, apparently from the inside. Thousands of pounds in gold and silver are left unto...

"Delightfully horrifying."--Popular ScienceOne of Mental Floss's Best Books of 2018One of Science Friday's Best Science Books of 2018· A mysterious epidemic of dental explosions…· A teenage boy who got his wick stuck in a candlestick...· A remarkable woman who, like a human fountain, spurted urine from virtually every orifice...These are...

Brought to you by Penguin.A thrilling and perplexing investigation of a true Victorian crime at Dublin railway station.Dublin, November 1856: George Little, the chief cashier of the Broadstone railway terminus, is found dead, lying in a pool of blood beneath his desk.He has been savagely beaten, his head almost severed; there is no sign of a murder weapon, and the office door is locked, apparently from the inside. T...

Thomas Morris's Dubliners 100 invites new and established Irish writers to create 'cover versions' of their favourite stories from James Joyce's Dubliners. Dubliners 100 is a timely conversation with Joyce's classic short story collection one hundred years after its publication. It serves to bring together ambitious new writers, like Elske Rahill, with well-known voices, like Patrick McCabe, looking in, reacting to and reinterpreting Joyce. Dubliners 100 is a celebration, an invitation, a ...

Random House presents the audiobook edition of The Mystery of the Exploding Teeth and Other Curiosities from the History of Medicine by Thomas Morris, read by Thomas Morris and Rupert Farley.· A mysterious epidemic of dental explosions.· A teenage boy who got his wick stuck in a candlestick.· A remarkable woman who, like a human fountain, spurted urine from virtually every orifice.The...

"The Adirondacks is a lovely dedication and exploration of the area just a year after President Roosevelt preserved the park." The Sun Community NewsThomas Morris Longstreth (1886–1975) was a famous American author of over 40 books. In 1918 he published "The Catskills"Longstreth had for many years been acquainted with the several ranges of the Appalachians, had described the Adirondacks and the Catskills, and was no stranger to the wilderness haunt...

FORECAST Science is certainly coming into her own nowadays,—and into everybody else’s. Every activity of man and most of Nature’s have felt her quickening hand. Her eye is upon the rest. Drinking is going out because the drinker is inefficient. The fly is going out because he carries germs. And for everything that goes out something else comes in that makes people healthier and more comfortable, and, perhaps, wiser. One strange thing about this flood-tide of science is that it overwhelms t...

"Reading the Weather" by Thomas Morris Longstreth is a comprehensive guide that delves into the intricacies of meteorology and the art of weather prediction. Longstreth, with his keen insights and practical knowledge, explores various atmospheric phenomena, providing readers with the tools to interpret weather patterns effectively. The book emphasizes the importance of observation and understanding local climate conditions, making it an invaluable resource for both amateur weather enthusia...

This volume is the first comprehensive history of the evolving relationship between American slavery and the law from colonial times to the Civil War. As Thomas Morris clearly shows, racial slavery came to the English colonies as an institution without strict legal definitions or guidelines. Specifically, he demonstrates that there was no coherent body of law that dealt solely with slaves. Instead, more general legal rules concerning inheritance, mortgages, and transfers of property coexis...

Politics and Sports in America offers a fresh perspective on the dynamic relationship between athletics and political life in the United States. While recent scholarship has focused on the rise of athlete activism, few political scientists have examined sports through a distinctly American lens. Most existing studies emphasize international contexts.Thomas R. Morris and Daniel J. Palazzolo address this gap by examining the intersections of sports and politics across multip...

"Historic Tales: The Romance of Reality. Vol. 14 (of 15), King Arthur (2)" is a captivating exploration of the legendary figure of King Arthur, as chronicled by Sir Thomas Malory and presented by Charles Morris. This volume delves into the rich tapestry of Arthurian legends, weaving together tales of chivalry, valor, and the quest for the Holy Grail. The narrative not only highlights the heroic deeds of Arthur and his knights but also reflects the moral and ethical dilemmas faced in their ...

Since the first ‘Best of Young British Novelists’ issue in 1983, Granta has championed the work of authors who have changed the landscape of British literature. In 1983, featured writers included Kazuo Ishiguro, Salman Rushdie, Julian Barnes, Martin Amis and Pat Barker, among many others. Subsequent editions have highlighted the work of Zadie Smith, Nicola Barker, Ben Okri, Jeanette Winterson and others. In 2023, they will introduce readers around the world to a cohort of outstanding new B...