e-artnow presents to you the greatest Christmas novels, magical Christmas tales, legends, most famous carols and the unique poetry of the giants of literature dedicated to this one and only holiday: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christmas The Child Born at Bethlehem The Adoration of the Shepherds The Visit of the Wise Men As J...

This carefully crafted ebook collection is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Novels The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Adventures of Huckleberry Finn The Gilded Age The Prince and the Pauper A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court The American Claimant Tom Sawyer Abroad Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc Pudd'nhead Wilson Tom Sawyer, Detective A Horse's Tale The Mysterious Stranger Novelettes A Double Barrelled Detective Story Those Extraordinary...

Dark Gods Rising. Dark Gods tire of hell.Within a tavern, where the veil is thin, treachery reaches out from the madness and into our world. Of heroes and virtuous gods there are few. From the depths crawls a lowly spawn devoid of conscience. Knowing only hate and fear, he will do anything to stay out of hell.God Wars - A dark fantasy trilogyDark Gods RisingAbominationRevolution

Included --- 1. A Ghost Stories, by Mark Twain 2. August Heat, by W. F. Harvey 3. Berenice, by Edgar Allan Poe 4. Casting the Runes, by M. R. James 5. Caterpillars, by E. F. Benson 6. Celui-Là, by Eleanor Scott 7. Circumstance, by Harriet Prescott Spofford 8. Consequences by E. M. Delafield 9. Count Magnus, by M. R. James 10. Fear, by Achmed Abdullah 11. Fishhead, by Irvin S. Cobb 12. Gabriel-Ernest, by Saki 13. His Unconquerable Enemy, by W. C. Morrow 14. In the Penal Colony (Part 1), by ...

Fully illustrated, this study examines World War II's most dramatic single-ship action, in which Stephen Hopkins fought a heavily armed German auxiliary cruiser, Stier.When the United States entered World War II, the Battle of the Atlantic was already raging. The so-called 'Liberty Ships', built at breakneck speed and in huge numbers during 1941–45, were crucial to the Allied war effort. While the greatest successes of Germany's auxiliary cruisers...

"Do you have an informed and biblical view on homosexuality? In How Should We Think About Homosexuality?, Mark. A. Yarhouse brings his expertise to bear on this question. If we are to speak with clarity and conviction, we must first be informed. Christianity has long held a sexual ethic regarding creation, family, and sexuality, and Christians must know how to relate to other views of sexuality. Yarhouse considers how to think about recent scientific findings and sexual identity language b...

This fully illustrated book assesses the trial of strength between US Navy PT boats and Japanese destroyers operating in the Solomon Islands during 1942–43.During the Solomons fighting, the IJN was forced to rely on destroyers to move men and materiel to its forward garrisons. Conducted at night to avoid American air power, these missions, first seen during the struggle for Guadalcanal, were dubbed the Tokyo Express. Unable to derail the Tokyo Express by using its ...

Living to Tell the Horrid Tales: True Life Stories of Former Slaves, Historical Documents & Novels is a seminal collection that weaves together a tapestry of narratives documenting the visceral realities of slavery and its enduring impact. This anthology presents a rich array of literary styles, from harrowing autobiographical accounts to incisive essays and riveting novels. The collection's strength lies in its diversity, featuring standout pieces that poignantly capture the human spirit'...

The definitive account of how America’s greatest tech company almost fumbled the era's most promising technology, from the nationally bestselling authors of The Google StoryOn the eve of the AI revolution, Google had strayed far from its roots. No longer a scrappy startup, Google increasingly focused on share price above innovation. It bullied competitors, drew scrutiny from regulators in the United States and abroad, and all but abandoned its famous motto...

The seven-decade career of Howard Hiatt, a pioneer in public health, advocate for global health and health equity, a mentor to generations of healthcare leaders.Howard Hiatt—physician, scientist, advocate for global health, and mentor to generations of healthcare leaders—has spent much of his seven-decade career being ahead of his time. His innovative ideas as head of Harvard's School of Public Health from 1972 to 1984—about preventive medicine, the incorporation o...

Dive into the haunting realms of 'Supernatural Mysteries: 60+ Horror Tales, Ghost Stories & Murder Mysteries,' a richly woven tapestry of eerie narratives and spine-tingling phenomena. This anthology traverses the spectral landscapes and shadowy alleyways of human fear and fascination, offering an eclectic blend of styles from psychological horror to gothic suspense. Each tale is a testament to the diverse craftsmanship of storytelling, delivering chills and introspection alike. Notable st...

Richly illustrated throughout, this focused study reveals how the greatest airlift of the 20th century was sparked, organized, and flown, and why it succeeded.The Berlin Airlift was the first battle of the Cold War, and arguably its most decisive operation. As the Iron Curtain descended across Europe, the USSR blockaded free West Berlin in an attempt to force its surrender. Its only chance was a Western airlift on a scale never before attempted, to supply and susta...