Originally curated by Harvard President Charles W. Eliot as a complete liberal education in fifty volumes, the Harvard Classics gathers philosophy, science, literature, and history into a single indispensable library. Plato's dialogues and Marcus Aurelius's meditations sit alongside Dante's Divine Comedy, Francis Bacon's essays, Charles Darwin's scientific writing, and Benjamin Franklin's autobiography, tracing the foundations of Western thought from ancient Greece to the modern age. Homer...

SADDLE UPMindy has come to Logan’s dude ranch to convince him to sign away his land’s mineral rights to her stepfather. She doesn’t want to beg, but she will if she has to, like she does Friday nights when she submits to her master’s desire . . .BUCKLE DOWNLogan doesn’t like to be jerked around, in business or pleasure. And when he learns what Mindy is up to, he’s ready to teach her a lesson. In fact, he’d like to tie her up, strip he...

Spy catcher Max Carmichael’s pursuit of a suspected traitor at the heart of the UK’s nuclear deterrent is frustrated as MI5 priorities shift focus towards IRA activity during the ‘hunger strikes’ of 1981.IRA enforcer Michael O’Halloran following repeated seizures of arms shipments by the FBI is certain there is a ‘rat’ in the camp adding to his infuriation that the Army Council’s attentions lie elsewhere.Tony Sheridan a disillusioned MoD scientist, set up as a patsy in a fa...

In "All for Love," Dryden reimagines the love affair between the Roman general Mark Antony and the Egyptian queen Cleopatra. The play explores the passionate and doomed relationship between the two characters and delves into themes of love, honor, duty, and political power.Dryden's adaptation of the story focuses more on the intense love between Antony and Cleopatra rather than the political and historical aspects. He portrays their love as a tragic and all-consuming force that ultimately ...

Camilla can set her watch by her hunky rocket-scientist neighbor who jogs past her window each day. She relishes each glimpse of his shirtless abs, and is dying to see more. But it's hard to connect with a man who doesn't seem to know she exists...Ivan feels at home in the lab, not in social situations. When he finally approaches his attractive neighbor, it's not for a date—he wants tutoring in how to behave at an important fundraiser. Ivan doesn't expect the chemistry between them ...

In this book Windy Dryden considers the works of the early pioneers of single-session therapy (SST) spanning from 1975 to 1989 and outlines the contribution they made to present-day single-session therapy.Windy Dryden gives a focused, detailed consideration of the works of Freud, Otto Spoerl, Kenneth Rockwell and Rolffs Pinkerton and Bernard Bloom. This book presents a unique perspective on the founders of SST and the implication of their work on modern-day practice.This bo...

John Dryden's Absalom and Achitophel, first published in 1681, is a masterful political satire written in heroic couplets, blending poetry, history, and sharp social commentary. Celebrated as one of the greatest examples of Restoration literature, the poem dramatizes the political turmoil of 17th-century England through a biblical allegory, offering readers a vivid exploration of power, ambition, loyalty, and rebellion. The poem draws on the story of King David, his son Absalom, and the sc...

What if a lifetime library could fit into a single collection? The Complete Harvard Classics and Shelf of Fiction unites two of the most respected literary collections ever assembled. Curated to provide a full education through reading, this monumental anthology brings together the finest works of philosophy, history, poetry, drama, science, and fiction from the world's greatest thinkers and storytellers. The Harvard Classics offer essential nonfiction and literary masterpieces that shaped...

The language of Poetry is an art that most of us attempt at some point in our lives. Although its commonplace exposure has been somewhat marginalised in today’s often fast-paced lives we all recognise good verse that can empathise with our thoughts or open us up to experience new things in new ways, to better understand and to enjoy the many strands of our lives.But finding a starting point can be overwhelming, even off-putting, so in this series we offer up our Top 10 classic poet...

The Works of John Dryden is a comprehensive collection that showcases the literary genius of one of England's most prominent poets and playwrights. This extensive eighteen-volume set includes a variety of his works, ranging from poetry to dramatic pieces, reflecting the rich tapestry of 17th-century English literature. Dryden's writing is characterized by its eloquence, wit, and mastery of language, making it a significant contribution to the literary canon. Each volume offers insights int...

The language of Poetry is an art that most of us attempt at some point in our lives. Although its commonplace exposure has been somewhat marginalised in today’s often fast-paced lives we all recognise good verse that can empathise with our thoughts or open us up to experience new things in new ways, to better understand and to enjoy the many strands of our lives.But finding a starting point can be overwhelming, even off-putting, so in this series we offer up our Top 10 classic poet...

The Works of John Dryden is a comprehensive collection that showcases the literary genius of one of England's most prominent poets and playwrights. This particular volume, Volume 07, delves into Dryden's rich contributions to drama and poetry, highlighting his mastery of language and his ability to weave complex themes into engaging narratives. Readers can expect to encounter a variety of works that reflect the political and social landscapes of Dryden's time, as well as his innovative use...