In "Negro Tales," Cotter likely presents a series of narratives that reflect the oral traditions and folklore of African-American communities. These tales may include fables, legends, and moral stories passed down through generations, offering insights into the values, beliefs, and experiences of African-Americans in the United States.Cotter's writing style is known for its lyrical quality, vivid imagery, and deep appreciation for the richness of African-American culture. His works often c...

In the book of American Negro Poetry is one of the earliest and most essential anthologies of African-American verse ever brought to print. Edited by writer and diplomat James Weldon Johnson, this collection was published with the hope of bringing to the public a greater awareness of the art and literature created by Black writers. This is the first edition of this long-republished anthology and collects seminal works by Paul Dunbar, W.E.B. Du Bois, Claude McKay, Leslie Hill, James Corroth...

This book, newly updated, contains now several HTML tables of contents that will make reading a real pleasure!The first table of contents (at the very beginning of the ebook) lists the titles of all novels included in this volume. By clicking on one of those titles you will be redirected to the beginning of that work, where you'll find a new TOC that lists all the chapters and sub-chapters of that specific work.Here you will find the complete 'Tom Sawyer' no...

American humorist and literary master Mark Twain takes on tough issues like slavery, race, and the ugliness that can lurk beneath the surface of rural life in this novel. An interwoven tale of three families whose fates are thrown together in the aftermath of a murder, The Tragedy of Pudd'nhead Wilson is one of Twain's more serious works, although it is told with the same love of quirky misfits and wonderful observations that enliven books like The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures o...

This book-collection file includes: Christmas Eve on Lonesome and Other Stories, Crittenden, Cumberland Vendetta, The Heart of the Hills, Hell Fer Sartain and Other Stories, In Happy Valley, A Knight of the Cumberland, The Last Stetson, The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come, a Mountain Europa, and The Trail of the Lonesome Pine. According to Wikipedia: "Born in Stony Point, Kentucky to John William Fox, Sr., and Minerva Worth Carr, Fox studied English at Harvard University... After working f...

In "The Red Acorn," John McElroy presents a compelling exploration of the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of the American Civil War. Fusing vivid historical detail with rich character development, McElroy'Äôs narrative weaves a tapestry of bravery, love, and betrayal. The novel employs a naturalistic literary style that echoes the tension and moral ambiguities of its time, reflecting the societal upheaval that shaped a nation. Through dynamic dialogue and intricate...

According to Wikipedia: "Frances Ellen Watkins Harper (September 24, 1825 February 22, 1911) was an African American abolitionist and poet. Born free in Baltimore, Maryland, she had a long and prolific career, publishing her first book of poetry at twenty and her first novel, the widely praised Iola Leroy, at age 67."

In his thought-provoking work, "Nature and Human Nature," Thomas Chandler Haliburton explores the intricate relationship between the natural world and human behavior. Drawing upon his keen observations of the landscape and the socio-political climate of 19th-century Canada, Haliburton employs a blend of anecdotal narrative and sharp wit to engage with themes of morality and the human condition. His literary style, characterized by a conversational tone and vivid imagery, invites readers to...

The following Sketches, as far as the twenty-first No. originally appeared in “THE NOVASCOTIAN” newspaper. The great popularity they acquired, induced the Editor of that paper, to apply to the Author for the remaining part of the series, and permission to publish the whole entire. This request having been acceded to, the Editor has now the pleasure of laying them before the public in their present shape.

First published in 1907, this large collection includes short humorous prose and verse by such writers as Harriet Beecher Stowe, James Whitcomb Riley, Robert Chambers, and Carolyn Wells.