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...

From the queen of genre-bending speculative fiction, comes the newest Sauútiverse offering, a mystery like no other, where the investigator is not a detective, but a sound scientist.In a world where sound is a tangible force, Muso'mi is a maadiregi—an expert in the art of consuming it. At the prestigious Mahadum, she researches the language of silence, seeking to master the gift her mother calls theft. But academic intrigue turns to deadly peril when her friend vanishes after unear...

Dominion is the first anthology of speculative fiction and poetry by Africans and the African Diaspora. An old god rises up each fall to test his subjects. Once an old woman's pet, a robot sent to mine an asteroid faces an existential crisis. A magician and his son time-travel to Ngoni country and try to change the course of history. A dead child returns to haunt his grieving mother with terrifying consequences. Candace, an ambitious middle manager, is handed a project that will f...

The Complete Harvard Anthology of the Greatest Works of World Literature epitomizes the expansive vista of immense thought and varied narrative styles spanning millennia and continents. This monumental collection assembles the seminal works of venerable authors like Homer and Virgil, to modern intellectuals like John Stuart Mill and Charles Darwin, encompassing an array of genres from epic poetry to philosophical essays and revolutionary treatises. Notable for its comprehensive representat...

When Suburbia Cracks, Wildlife Instincts Take HoldWhen the Great Recession sweeps through Marin County, real estate agent Tom Feather has five days to sell two houses—or face bankruptcy and foreclosure. To keep up appearances, Tom makes a reckless, ill-conceived attempt to capture a wild turkey for Thanksgiving.When his wife Amy and their children discover his desperate ploy, the Feathers are forced out of their comfort zone and into the modest home of thei...

ONE MAN. TWIN SOULS. AN UNQUENCHABLE BEAST.It is a muntu—a trapped spirit in the island of the dead. This creature of legend becomes a deadly reality when a killer strikes the heart of Sydney.The victims seem unconnected, yet Investigating Officer Ivory Tembo is convinced the killings are anything but random.The case soon leads Ivory into places she never imagined. In order to stop the killings and save the life of the man she loves, she mus...

Francis Bacon's Essays and Wisdom of the Ancients gather the statesman-philosopher at his most compact, practical, and enduring. From his own dedications to Anthony Bacon, Prince Henry, Sir John Constable, and the Duke of Buckingham, the collection traces the growth of works he repeatedly revised and enlarged, presenting brief meditations on truth, death, religion, ambition, friendship, studies, gardens, government, and the conduct of life. Bacon's essays are joined by commentary on their ...

The narrative explores Caroline's journey from childhood to adolescence and her experiences as she navigates the complexities of family life, social expectations, and personal growth. Set against the backdrop of New York society, the novel delves into themes of identity, independence, and the pursuit of happiness.Josephine Daskam Bacon's writing is characterized by its wit, insight, and keen observations of human behavior. "While Caroline Was Growing" is praised for its vivid portrayal of ...

Josephine Dodge Daskam Bacon's writing is characterized by its wit, charm, and keen observation of human nature. Her stories often blend humor with a deeper commentary on the roles and aspirations of women, making her work both entertaining and thought-provoking."Smith College Stories: Ten Stories" would be of interest to readers who enjoy historical fiction, particularly those curious about women's education and social history in the early 20th century. The collection not only provides a ...

The book is a fictional piece written during the 16th century that uses Roger Bacon as the central character. It presents Bacon as a magician and alchemist, engaging in various mystical and magical pursuits. However, it is essential to note that the portrayal of Roger Bacon as a magician in this work is a product of literary imagination and should not be taken as an accurate representation of his historical contributions.In reality, Roger Bacon was a highly educated Franciscan friar who ma...

The main objectives and themes explored in "The Advancement of Learning" include:Critique of the Scholastic Method: Bacon criticizes the prevailing scholastic method of learning, which relied heavily on Aristotle's teachings and deductive reasoning. He argued that this approach was overly dogmatic, hindered the progress of knowledge, and discouraged empirical investigation.Empirical Approach: Bacon advocated for an empirical and inductive method of acquiring knowledge. He emphasized the im...

In a world filled with hate, trauma, war, and bigotry we sometimes need a little bit of hope to get us by.Punks4Palestine is an anthology of hopeful science fiction that is trying to be a part of that little ray of hope that you need.This anthology contains eleven short stories with happy endings by R.J. Breathnach, Emma Burnett, Eric Farrell, Abigail Guerrero, May Haddad, J.D. Harlock, Toshiya Kamei, Christopher R. Muscato, Marc Ruvolo, Moe Shalabi, and R. L. Summerling.