Authors: Straus, Ralph, 1882-1950

In Goal Setting

By Carol Thompson

"Carriages & Coaches: Their History & Their Evolution" by Ralph Straus is a detailed historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the development and evolution of wheeled vehicles, particularly focusing on carriages and coaches, from primitive designs to more sophisticated iterations utilized throughout history. It aims t...

Authors: Birmingham, George A., 1865-1950

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By Carol Thompson

"Priscilla's Spies" by George A. Birmingham is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story begins in a setting of English public school life, focusing on the character of Frank Mannix, a celebrated student returning from a successful school term, and his cousin Priscilla, a spirited girl with a determined attitude. The opening chapters sug...

Authors: Plato, 428? BCE-348? BCE

In Inspiration

By Carol Thompson

"Euthyphro" by Plato is a philosophical dialogue written around 399 BC. Set outside an Athenian court, it follows Socrates as he awaits trial for impiety. He encounters Euthyphro, a confident prophet prosecuting his own father for murder. Socrates asks Euthyphro to define piety, sparking a rigorous examination that produces increasingly refined def...

Authors: Gaskell, Elizabeth Cleghorn, 1810-1865

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By Carol Thompson

"Wives and Daughters" by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell is a novel first published serially from 1864 to 1866. Young Molly Gibson's quiet life in a provincial English town transforms when her widowed father remarries, bringing a worldly stepmother and stepsister into their home. As Molly navigates new family dynamics and her friendship with the trouble...

Authors: Conz, Gustav, 1832-1914

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By Carol Thompson

"Lehrbuch der Perspective" by Gustav Conz is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a comprehensive manual on perspective drawing, specifically tailored for artists, discussing its principles and practical applications. The author emphasizes the significance of understanding perspective as a foundational skil...

Authors: Lamartine, Alphonse de, 1790-1869

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By Carol Thompson

"Cours familier de Littérature - Volume 19" by Alphonse de Lamartine is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The text discusses the intricacies of papal authority and the significant role of Cardinal Consalvi during the reign of Pope Pius VII. The narrative appears to explore both political and spiritual dimensions of church govern...

Authors: About, Edmond, 1828-1885

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By Carol Thompson

"La nariz de un notario" by Edmond About is a satirical novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers around Alfredo L'Ambert, a prominent notary in France who faces a peculiar predicament after losing part of his nose during an altercation. The narrative explores themes of social status, the absurdity of honor, and the complexities of ...

Authors: La Fontaine, Jean de, 1621-1695

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By Carol Thompson

"Fables de La Fontaine. Tome Second" by Jean de La Fontaine is a collection of fables published between 1668-1694. Drawing from classical sources like Aesop and Eastern texts like the Panchatantra, La Fontaine transforms ancient tales into French verse with wit and irony. These animal fables reveal keen insights into human nature through pointed mo...

Authors: Pyrker, János László, 1772-1847

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By Carol Thompson

"Rudolph von Habsburg: Ein Heldengedicht in zwölf Gesängen" by János László Pyrker is a historical epic written in the mid-19th century. The narrative centers on the character Rudolph, Kaiser of the Germans, capturing the struggles and triumphs related to his legacy and conflicts with the Bohemian King Ottgar, driven by themes of love, honor, and r...