William Woodward (1859-1939) was a force in New Orleans and the art world, and his legacy endures. In this first compilation of examples of Woodward's work spanning his career, essayists offer unique perspectives on the artist and his art.Woodward was a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design and the Massachusetts Normal Art School. He started the School of Art and organized the Department of Architecture at Tulane University, and he taught evening art classes to citizens of ...

This is the story about Tommy and how he came to better understand the animals around him. Tommy has a favourite stone that he likes to sit upon to think about his day and ponder his troubles. He comes to name this stone the wishing-stone, as it seems to grant his impulsive wishes to become various animals that happen to cross his path while sitting there. Tommy learns first-hand about the exciting life of these animals and gains a new perspective after each exciting adventure.

We live in a world where information takes on a life of its own and spreads rapidly. Faster than ever before. For some people, their lives depend on obtaining a steady stream of information as it affects their lives in the most telling ways. The daily news is the simplest example of this phenomenon. It is truly the lifeblood of society and helps us evolve into better informed individuals with every passing day. As one can tell, information on the whole comes at us from every direction. Its...

In "The Youth of the Great Elector," Ferdinand Schmidt crafts a rich narrative that explores the formative years of Friedrich Wilhelm, the Great Elector of Brandenburg-Prussia. Schmidt's literary style marries a historical lens with vivid character portrayals, immersing readers in the socio-political milieu of 17th-century Europe. The novel deftly weaves historical fact with narrative imagination, capturing the tumultuous transition from youth to leadership against the backdrop of the Thir...

"Gudrun," written by Ferdinand Schmidt, is a poignant exploration of the human experience, particularly focusing on themes of love, loss, and identity. The narrative unfolds with rich, lyrical prose that blends psychological depth with a vivid rendering of the protagonist's inner turmoil. Set against the backdrop of post-war Germany, the novel employs a modernist literary style, intertwining the past and present to reflect the characters'Äô struggles and aspirations. Schmidt's meticulous a...

In "Charlemagne," Ferdinand Schmidt delivers an intricate exploration of the life and legacy of the iconic Frankish king, blending meticulous historical research with a lyrical prose style that evokes the grandeur of the Carolingian era. Schmidt deftly weaves together a narrative that not only chronicles Charlemagne's military conquests and administrative innovations but also delves into the cultural and religious transformations that defined his reign. The book is contextualized within th...

This volume brings into dialogue the ancient wisdom of Augustine of Hippo, a bishop of the early Christian Church of the fourth and fifth centuries, with contemporary theologians and ethicists on the topic of social justice. Each essay mines the major themes present in Augustine's extensive corpus of writings—from his Confessions to the City of God— with an eye to the following question: how can this early church father so foundational to Christian doctrine and teaching inform our twenty-f...

From the esteemed bartender of the St. Louis Country Club, Tom Bullock, this fascinating volume is a collection of vintage cocktail recipes, popular in the Golden Age of Mixology.First published in 1917, this curated recipe book features pre-prohibition American cocktails and celebrates the timeless tradition of refined libations. Offering a wealth of mixological knowledge, Tom Bullock's The Ideal Bartender is the perfect volume for both novice and seasone...

Esaias Tegnér's "The Frithiof Saga" is a landmark work that weaves together the fabric of Norse mythology and romantic nationalism, presenting a rich narrative centered on the themes of love, honor, and heroism. Written in verse, the saga employs a lyrical style that captures the beauty of the natural landscape and the emotional depth of its characters. Drawing upon the Old Norse legendary figure Frithiof, Tegnér reinvents the tale through a blend of mythological and historical elements ...

Up-to-date, well-documented, comprehensive coverage of cults, sects, and world religions, from the historical to the contemporary INCLUDES • Well-known groups and world religions, such as Jehovah’s Witnesses, Mormons, Islam, and Baha’i • Groups with a significant North American influence, including Santeria, Rastafarians, Haitian Voodo, white supremacy groups, Wicca, and Satanism REVISED, UPDATED, AND EXPANDED TO INCLUDE NEW ENTRIES AND NEW INFORMATION • Updated information on Islam and it...

Being the Second Series of PROBLEMS OF LIFE AND MIND THE PHYSICAL BASIS OF MIND VOL. 2 LONDON TRüBNER & CO., LUDGATE HILL 1891 Authors who, from today's perspective and in the face of current research, were far ahead of their time were often misunderstood or simply ignored by their contemporaries. And even if an excerpt from an extensive work is always subjective, it still offers a middle ground between subsuming under a catchphrase on the one hand, and intensive preoccupation with the aut...

PROBLEMS OF LIFE AND MIND First Series THE FOUNDATIONS OF A CREED VOL. 1 LONDON - TRüBNER & CO., LUDGATE HILL 1874 Authors who, from today's perspective and in the face of current research, were far ahead of their time were often misunderstood or simply ignored by their contemporaries. And even if an excerpt from an extensive work is always subjective, it still offers a middle ground between subsuming under a catchphrase on the one hand, and intensive preoccupation with the author and his ...