In 'The 'Fan Kwae' at Canton Before Treaty Days 1825-1844', William C. Hunter meticulously examines the intricate tapestry of foreign merchants in Canton during a pivotal period of early Western engagement in China. Hunter employs a rich historiographical approach, blending narrative and analysis to delineate the socio-economic dynamics and cultural exchanges between Western traders and the Chinese populace. The work is contextualized within the larger framework of imperial ambitions and t...

Colonel William Crosbie Hunter was a businessman and self-help writer. His books set forth his personal philosophy on health, happiness, human relations, and success in the business world.

The Stittsville Creative Writing Group is a program of the Ottawa Public Library. The group meets every Thursday at the Stittsville branch for approximately an hour to read pieces they have written. Other OPL groups exist, often with diff erent models, however the SCWG has found its model has worked to the extent that we've been in "business" since the autumn of 2012. Also, despite increasing our membership levels, the OPL still has to maintain a waiting list.We are: poets, scholar...

This Seventh Omnibus edition of Tales from the Canyons of the Damned is loaded with fifteen sharp, suspenseful, thought provoking short stories - from thirteen of today’s top speculative fiction writers.Tales from the Canyons of the Damned (canyonsofthedamned.com) is a dark science fiction, horror, & slipstream magazine we've been working on since 2015. What is Dark Science Fiction and Horror? Think of it as a literary Twilight Zone, Night Gallery, or Outer Limits, it's Netflix's B...

In his internal administration Lord Mayo had to encounter two imperative, and at first sight, irreconcilable necessities. The one was the necessity for consolidation, the other was the necessity for decentralisation. The new India which Lord Dalhousie had conquered and annexed, could only be made a safe India by rendering the resources of each part available for the protection of the whole. It could no longer be mainly held from the sea-board. Its security depended on a network of strategi...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE WATERSTONES DEBUT FICTION PRIZE 2025AN OBSERVER BEST NEW NOVELIST 2025'This summer's hottest read'SUNDAY TIMES'You won't want to put it down'BRITISH VOGUE'Sticky, twisting and dangerous'REBECCA K REILLYIt’s summer. An unnamed young man walks through the gates of a luxurious mansion in the South of Fr...

This book will be welcomed by those who are square, ambitious and patient. It is not theory. It is not preaching. These chapters will be old friends to you, and you may read a few minutes or a few hours. You may read and re-read as often as you wish, for you will always find some new truth impressed on you every time you read. Keep this book, carry it with you, and you will be benefited. Worry and fear will fade and peace and courage will grow within you the more you study these pages.

Dollars and Sense by William Crosbie Hunter is an insightful guide to personal finance, budgeting, and economic understanding. Written in an accessible style, this classic work explains financial responsibility, money management principles, and practical strategies for achieving long-term financial stability and success.

Each evening, just before retiring, we will have a little Round-Up of the day's doings, of the problems in our business and home life, of our hopes and ambitions. We'll try to solve perplexities, dissolve worries, absolve ourselves from pull-backs, and resolve to better our lives. We'll plan and prepare that we may have more poise—efficiency—peace; that's Pep. We'll learn how to establish helpful thought habit that our lives may be full of gladsome notes instead of gruesome gloom. We'll ai...

This book will be welcomed by those who are square, ambitious and patient. It is not theory. It is not preaching. These chapters will be old friends to you, and you may read a few minutes or a few hours. You may read and re-read as often as you wish, for you will always find some new truth impressed on you every time you read. Keep this book, carry it with you, and you will be benefited. Worry and fear will fade and peace and courage will grow within you the more you study these pages.

"Evening Round-Up" by William Crosbie Hunter is a captivating exploration of the human experience, weaving together themes of nostalgia, reflection, and the passage of time. Hunter's prose is rich and evocative, drawing readers into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. The narrative unfolds through a series of vignettes that capture fleeting moments, allowing readers to connect deeply with the characters and their journeys. Each page invites contemplation, making it a profound...

"Think: A Book for To-day" by William Crosbie Hunter is a thought-provoking exploration of contemporary issues and the human condition. Hunter delves into the complexities of modern life, encouraging readers to reflect on their beliefs and values. Through a series of insightful essays, he challenges conventional wisdom and invites a deeper understanding of the world around us. The book serves as a guide for those seeking clarity in a rapidly changing society, making it a relevant read for ...