No matter what your title or place on the organization chart, you have the potential to be a leaderor more precisely, the potential to exercise leadership in the moments that matter most. Leadership is not a job title or position, but rather an action. In certain moments and situations, anyone can rise to the occasion to act as a leadergaining respect, confidence, and ultimately greater success in the organization. But how can you recognize these moments where leadership is required, and t...

Here is a man who was born in the stark hills of Vermont; who was reared in the backwoods of New York; who never looked inside a college or high school; who lived in six States, no one of which would own him during his lifetime; who spent months in the vile prisons of the period; who, even when he had his freedom, was hounded like a fugitive; who was covered once with a coat of tar and feathers, and left for dead; who, with his following, was driven by irate neighbors from New York to Ohio...

The book is a collection of stories and accounts of alleged supernatural experiences, including apparitions, haunted houses, and spiritualism.Evans was a prominent writer and researcher in the field of psychical research, and "Hours with the Ghosts" reflects his interest in exploring the supernatural and paranormal phenomena of the late 19th century. The book covers a wide range of topics, from psychic mediums and seances to ghostly apparitions and haunted houses.One of the unique features...

The very word magic has an alluring sound, and its practice as an art will probably never lose its attractiveness for people’s minds. But we must remember that there is a difference between the old magic and the new, and that both are separated by a deep chasm, which is a kind of color line, for though the latter develops from the former in a gradual and natural course of evolution, they are radically different in principle, and the new magic is irredeemably opposed to the assumptions upon...

"Hours with the Ghosts or, Nineteenth Century Witchcraft" by Henry Ridgely Evans delves into the fascinating world of spiritualism and witchcraft that captivated the 19th century. The book explores various phenomena associated with ghostly encounters, séances, and the cultural fascination with the supernatural during this era. Evans presents a collection of anecdotes, personal experiences, and critical analyses of the practices that defined spiritualism, offering readers a glimpse into the...

First published in 1897, "Hours with the Ghosts" (or, "Nineteenth Century Witchcraft") by Henry Ridgely Evans is a collection of investigations into the Phenomena of Spiritualism and Theosophy split into 2 parts, the first of which discusses spiritualism and related phenomena; the second part discusses Theosophy and Theosophists, including Helena Blavatsky.Excerpt from the Preface: "In this work the author has endeavored to give an accurate account of the lives and adv...

The very word magic has an alluring sound, and its practice as an art will probably never lose its attractiveness for people’s minds. But we must remember that there is a difference between the old magic and the new, and that both are separated by a deep chasm, which is a kind of color line, for though the latter develops from the former in a gradual and natural course of evolution, they are radically different in principle, and the new magic is irredeemably opposed to the assumptions upon...

First published in 1897. According to the Preface: "In this work the author has endeavored to give an accurate account of the lives and adventures of celebrated mediums and occultists, which will prove of interest to the reader. The rise and growth of the Theosophical cult in this country and Europe is of historical interest. Theosophy pretends to a deeper metaphysics than Spiritualism, and numbers its adherents by the thousands; it is, therefore, intensely interesting to study it in its o...

The Old and the New Magic by Henry Ridgely Evans: Unlock the secrets of the mystical arts with "The Old and the New Magic" by Henry Ridgely Evans. This enchanting exploration delves into the world of magic, from ancient traditions to the modern conjurors of the author's time. Evans weaves a captivating narrative that unveils the mysteries behind illusions, sleights of hand, and the enduring allure of the magical arts.Why Th...

Bringing together 34 flash fiction stories from 14 authors, SPARK offers a host of stories to thrill, move, and challenge fans of short-short fiction. A woman physically at war with her mother's legacy inside her own body, a young girl given a vision of a utopic past at the end of the world, a man psychically bonded to the living weapon for which he is the failsafe, a harem of "female" androids newly capable of questioning their subservient status—these are a few of the characters you'll m...

The Ransom of Red Chief by O. Henry is a hilarious and ironic short story that flips the classic kidnapping plot on its head. First published in 1907, this timeless tale follows two small-time crooks who plan to kidnap the son of a wealthy man and hold him for ransom… only to discover that the boy is far more trouble than they bargained for.As chaos unfolds, the would-be kidnappers find themselves at the mercy of their wildly imaginative a...

“The Gift of the Magi” by O. Henry is a timeless Christmas tale of love, sacrifice, and the true spirit of giving. On Christmas Eve, a young couple in a modest New York apartment each part with their most prized possession to buy a gift for the other—only to discover the deeper meaning of devotion and generosity. With O. Henry’s signature wit and a heartwarming twist, this classic story remains as moving today as it was over a century ago.Cover Photo by cottonbro s...