Author, reviewer and critic John Coleman wrote this book, the very first volume in the Traveller's Companion series. Coleman, renowned for penning the shortest film review in history (of Skidoo he wrote “Skidoo. Skidon't.” for New Zealand's New Statesman), presents us with Euphemius Heneky, a man of privilege forced by circustance into a new way of life after "the war that ended in 1945."We travel with Henry, from his youthful, amorous endeavors, to later in his l...

The play is set during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I and centers around the historical figure of Robert Devereux, the Earl of Essex, who was a prominent English nobleman, military commander, and the queen's favorite. The tragedy explores the rise and fall of Essex, his ambition, his relationship with the queen, and his eventual downfall, which was marked by his rebellion and subsequent execution.The play begins with the Earl of Essex's growing discontent with the queen’s rule, as he becom...

Carletta wrote a letter to Santa Claus, so did her classmates. Unfortunately, after the fire drill, Carletta's letter was missing. It could not be found. Carletta, the tallest third-grader in the class, became upset and stated that there were thieves in the class. From that moment on, her letter traveled surreptitiously and intentionally, from one thief to another. Mrs. Carter, Carletta's teacher, does her best, but she is helpless and clueless as to how to recover the letter.

If you have ever prayed, God, are you speaking, I am listening, and heard only your own anxious thoughts, you are not broken. Many women carry a quiet ache that everyone else hears God clearly while they miss the conversation. This book is for the woman who wants to learn the ear of her heart without mysticism, pressure, or fear that she will get it wrong.This is not a book of dramatic encounters or a demand that you hear an audible voice from the ceiling. It is a practical, biblic...

Washington was glad to remain at Mount Vernon as long as possible after he had consented to serve as President, enjoying the life of a country gentleman, which was now much more suited to his taste than official employment. He was weary of public duties and the heavy demands upon his time which had left him with little leisure for his private life at home. His correspondence during this period gives ample evidence of his extreme reluctance to reassume public responsibilities.

In the annals of American history, few figures loom larger than George Washington. As the first President of the United States, he played a pivotal role in shaping the nation's destiny. But Washington did not act alone. He was surrounded by a group of brilliant and dedicated colleagues who shared his vision for a new nation. In "The Chronicles of America Volume 14 - Washington and His Colleagues," historian Henry Jones Ford paints a vivid portrait of this extraordinary group of men. Throug...

Henry Jones Ford (1851-1925) was a political scientist, journalist, university professor, and government official who taught at Johns Hopkins University, and afterwards taught at the University of Pennsylvania. He later took a job as professor of politics at Princeton University, at the request of the university's then-president, Woodrow Wilson.Ford's association with Wilson would take him also into politics. When Wilson became governor of New Jersey, he appointed Ford Commissioner of Bank...

"Unforgettable...a true story of heroism, of magic and of madness." -The Guardian, 2014"Absorbing. There is no book like it." -The Weekly Review, 1920"The book reads like a wild romance, but is authenticated in every detail." -The Builder, 1920"Awesome!! An incredible true story about two World War I prisoners of War who plan to escape from the hell hole they have been forced into." -GeekTyrant, 2008"A remarkable tale ...

The passage of more than one hundred years since "The Scotch-Irish in America" was first published in 1915 has rendered the book no less fascinating and gripping. Written in a thoroughly accessible way, it tells the story of how the hardy breed of men and women, who in America came to be known as the 'Scotch-Irish', was forged in the north of Ireland during the seventeenth century. It relates the circumstances under which the great exodus to the New World began, the trials and tribulations...

"Browning as a Philosophical and Religious Teacher" by Sir Henry Jones explores the profound philosophical insights embedded in the poetry of Robert Browning. Jones delves into Browning's exploration of faith, doubt, and the human condition, illustrating how the poet's works reflect a deep engagement with existential questions. Through a careful analysis of Browning's characters and themes, Jones argues that Browning serves as a bridge between traditional religious thought and modern philo...

They were the golden boys of Huntington, Indiana: Jarrod Wall, a 17-year-old Sunday school teacher, track star, top student, and local heartthrob; and his friends Erick Esch, a high school football hero, and John Jesus Valasquez. They were well-liked, all-American teens. Until one night when Jarrod and Erick entered the house of a local car collector Eldon Anson and burglarized the bachelor’s home—and Jarrod murdered him with repeated hatchet blows to the skull….At first, the stunn...

"Know the Truth: A Critique on the Hamiltonian Theory of Limitation" by Jesse Henry Jones delves into the complexities of the Hamiltonian framework, challenging its foundational principles and implications. Jones meticulously examines the limitations of this theory, arguing that it often oversimplifies the intricate nature of reality. Through a critical lens, the author presents a thorough analysis that encourages readers to question established norms and consider alternative perspectives....