When Edward Thomas was killed at the Battle of Arras in 1917 his poems were largely unpublished. But in the years since his death, his work has come to be cherished for its rare, sustained vision of the natural world and as 'a mirror of England' (Walter de la Mare). This edition, drawn from Thomas's manuscripts and typescripts as well as from his published works, offers an accessible introduction to this most resonant - and relevant - of poets.'In his lifetime, he was known and lov...

“By day the hot sun fermented us; and we were dizzied by the beating wind. At night we were stained by dew, and shamed into pettiness by the innumerable silences of the stars.” Seven Pillars of Wisdom was first published in 1926, an abridged version of the original 1922 manuscript. This mostly autobiographical and personal account of the author’s experiences during the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire vividly portrays military campaigns, adventure in the desert, and contemporary poli...

The Delphi Poets Series offers readers the works of literature's finest poets, with superior formatting. This volume presents the complete poetical works of Edward Thomas, with beautiful illustrations, rare texts and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1)* Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Thomas' life and works* Concise introduction to the life of Edward Thomas* Excellent formatting of the poems* Special chronological and alphabetical conte...

The Poetry Of Edward Thomas. Poetry is a fascinating use of language. With almost a million words at its command it is not surprising that these Isles have produced some of the most beautiful, moving and descriptive verse through the centuries. In this series we look at individual poets who have shaped and influenced their craft and cement their place in our heritage. In this volume we look at the works of Edward Thomas. Philip Edward Thomas was born of Welsh stock on 3rd March 1878 in La...

Lenin's Ear is the story of a Russian artist, who grew up in the post-Stalin era. His early years are a partly true account of a boy growing up in Post World War II Russia. Being an independent thinker, he found many ways to get into trouble. His mother, a costume designer for the Kirov Ballet, worked hard to provide him with the benefits one could get by being a good Socialist. After having studied at the prestigious Art Academy of Leningrad, he was expected to fulfill the requirements as...

A coming-of-age tale set in the counter-culture haze of the Age of Aquarius. One summer. One road. Europe was his classroom, Morocco his reckoning.Amos sets out with nothing but a thumb, a bag, and a head full of questions he can't yet name. What begins as a restless hitchhike across Europe becomes something closer to a pilgrimage - through the chaos of border crossings, the quiet of unfamiliar churches, and a string of strangers who become unlikely confessors along the way. From S...

Chimera: The Hypatia Chronicle is literary science fiction set in a post-Carbon War near future, narrated from inside a coma by a man who understands the world through miniaturization.Luchs is a diorama builder. He lies in an induced coma while a totalitarian regime attempts to extract the location of a fossil from his unconscious mind - and he realises he can resist them in the only way available to him: by building. Each memory becomes a miniature world whose lighting, scale, and...

Persia revisited offers a compelling travelogue and socio-political chronicle of Persia in the turbulent wake of Shah Nasr-ed-Dins assassination. Drawing from his expertise as a military attaché and oriental secretary, Sir Thomas Edward Gordon recounts his overland odyssey from London to Tehran, painting vivid tableaux of sweeping landscapes, vibrant Baku harbors, and Enzellis ports teeming with Persian labourers in distant trades. Themes of imperial intrigue, economic flux, and cultural e...

The book "Eighty-fourth Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers (Infantry)" by Thomas Edward Merchant provides a detailed account of the experiences of the 84th Regiment during the Civil War. Merchant, who served as a soldier in this regiment, offers a firsthand perspective on the battles, hardships, and camaraderie faced by the troops. Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, the narrative captures the essence of military life and the challenges of warfare, making it a valuable resour...

"The Quest for a Lost Race" by Thomas Edward Pickett is an intriguing exploration of the myths and legends surrounding ancient civilizations. The narrative delves into the idea of a lost race that once thrived on Earth, weaving together historical accounts, archaeological findings, and speculative theories. Pickett's writing invites readers to ponder the mysteries of human history and the possibility of advanced societies that have vanished without a trace. His meticulous research and enga...

A curiosity throughout Europe, proportionate to the ignorance of the Interior of Africa, exacts the publication of the proceedings and researches of every Exploratory Mission, from its Conductor, as a duty to the Public: “mandat fieri sibi talia.” The Public, in acknowledgment of the performance of the duty, reflecting that it constrains literary efforts which the Author otherwise might never have presumed to expose, should sympathise in his diffidence and anxiety, and receive and review t...

Persia Revisited by Sir Thomas Edward Gordon is a reflective travel memoir recounting the author's return to Persia (modern-day Iran) in the 1890s after several decades away. Having previously served in the region as a British officer and diplomat, Gordon revisits familiar cities such as Tehran, Isfahan, and Shiraz with a critical eye, comparing Persia’s past and present. He observes political developments under the Qajar dynasty, particularly during the reign of Naser al-Din Shah, and com...