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  Blessed Are the Meek - From...

  Mary Webb

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  Mary Gladys Meredith was born on 25th March 1881 at Leighton Lodge in the village of Leighton, near Shrewsbury in Shropshire.  
  Mary was home-schooled by her father before being sent to a finishing school in Southport in 1895. Her longs walks in the countryside helped her develop a heightened sense of observation and description, of both people and places, which later infused both her poetry and prose. 
  When she was 20 she developed symptoms of Graves' disease, a thyroid disorder that caused bulging protuberant eyes and throat goitre. This caused life-long ill health and was a possible contributor to her early death.  
  Mary was first published as a teenager when her brother sent to a local newspaper her poem on a recent rail accident.  Mary, who was in the habit of destroying her work was appalled though placated when she discovered that it had received some positive appreciation in readers letters. 
  1912 brought marriage to Henry Bertram Law Webb, a teacher. He supported her literary work which, in 1917, resulted in the publication of her novel ‘The Golden Arrow.’ 
  A few years later they acquired a property in London where, it was hoped, recognition of her literary talents would be more easily recognised.   
  Her 1924 novel, ‘Precious Bane’, won the Prix Femina Vie Heureuse, the prestigious French literary prize awarded by an all-female jury. 
  Most of her poetry and various other works were only published after her death. 
  By 1927 her health was deteriorating and her marriage failing.   
  Mary Webb died on 8th October 1927 at St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex.  She was 46.

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  The son of the wolf

  Anonym

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  Frozen nights. Untamed wilderness. Men and women fighting for life, love, and a place in the wild.
  In this gripping collection of frontier stories, Jack London captures the harsh beauty and brutal challenges of the Yukon. From daring escapes to fragile alliances and fierce battles with nature, each tale reveals the raw instincts that drive human courage—and human cruelty—when survival is on the line.
  
  Praised as "a powerful introduction to London's mastery of northern adventure," these stories blend vivid landscapes, emotional tension, and unforgettable characters shaped by ice, hunger, and hope. The result is a timeless portrait of the North in all its danger and wonder.
  
  If you crave rugged frontier fiction, atmospheric wilderness storytelling, and classic adventure at its purest, this collection will pull you deep into the heart of the Yukon.
  
  Open the book—and follow those who live where the cold makes legends.

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  Birthday Celebrations (Unabridged)

  Charles Dickens

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  Charles Dickens was a writer and social critic who created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime, and by the twentieth century critics and scholars had recognised him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories enjoy lasting popularity.
  BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS: It came into my mind that I would recall in these notes a few of the many hostelries I have rested at in the course of my journeys; and, indeed, I
  had taken up my pen for the purpose, when I was baffled by an accidental circumstance.

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  Star People

  Katharine Fay Dewey

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  The Fairy Book of Astronomy — A Lost Classic Back in Print   Katharine Fay Dewey’s only novel was forgotten by time, going out of print after only one edition was published in 1910… and now her legacy has been given new life.   The traditional mythology of the zodiac constellations is well-known, but what happened after those stories were over? How do the people in the sky now interact with each other, with other beings of the heavens, and with those down on Earth?   Here, four girls illuminate the Star People’s adventures in a series of intricately woven tales of friendship, coming-of-age, and found family in the ever-shifting landscape of the celestial sphere.   This new edition contains original illustrations by Frances B. Comstock and a foreword from author and journalist D.P. Benjamin that reveals long-lost information on Katharine Fay Dewey.   Like sailors using the night sky to navigate a vast ocean, Star People and the story of its author have found their way to a new, modern readership.

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  Prince and the Pauper The...

  Mark Twain

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  The Prince and the Pauper is a novel by American author Mark Twain. It was first published in 1881 in Canada, before its 1882 publication in the United States. The novel represents Twain's first attempt at historical fiction. Set in 1547, it tells the story of two young boys who were born on the same day and are identical in appearance: Tom Canty, a pauper who lives with his abusive, alcoholic father in Offal Court off Pudding Lane in London, and Edward VI of England, son of Henry VIII of England.

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  The Classic Collection of Franz...

  Franz Kafka

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  "The Classic Collection of Franz Kafka. Novellas and Stories" brings together a selection of extraordinary works by Franz Kafka, one of the most influential writers of the 20th century. This collection showcases Kafka's unique literary style and his exploration of existential themes, alienation, and the human condition."The Metamorphosis" is a haunting novella that follows the bizarre transformation of Gregor Samsa into a giant insect, exploring themes of identity, isolation, and the absurdity of human existence. In "In the Penal Colony," Kafka delves into themes of justice, punishment, and the dehumanizing effects of institutional power."Jackals and Arabs" examines the complexities of power dynamics and cultural clashes, while "The Hunger Artist" delves into themes of self-denial, artistic suffering, and the pursuit of meaning. "A Country Doctor" depicts the struggles and ethical dilemmas faced by a doctor in a small village, merging the ordinary with the surreal.Kafka's works are characterized by their introspective and unsettling atmosphere, intricate symbolism, and a sense of unease that pervades his narratives. His writing explores the depths of the human psyche and confronts the readers with the absurdities and uncertainties of existence."The Classic Collection of Franz Kafka" is an essential read for lovers of literary fiction and those interested in exploring the complexities of human nature. Kafka's stories continue to captivate readers with their enigmatic narratives, thought-provoking themes, and their ability to evoke a profound sense of introspection and contemplation.Contents:The MetamorphosisIn the Penal ColonyJackals and ArabsHunger ArtistBefore the LawAn Imperial MessageA Country DoctorA Report for an AcademyThe JudgementThe Hunter GracchusRejectionChildren on a Country RoadThe Way HomeUnhappinessUnmasking a Confidence TricksterOn the TramJosephine the SongstressThe Great Wall of ChinaUp in the GalleryAbsent-Minded Window-GazingClothesThe Tradesman

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