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  Bill Nye's Funniest Thoughts

  Bill Nye

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  Bill Nye was a famous American humor columnist in the middle 1800's. He said "We can never be a nation of snobs so long as we are willing to poke fun at ourselves." And he did exactly that in hundreds of newspaper columns that were later collected into books.  This is a selection of just 35 of the most humorous, wry and downright funny cogitations of his, written of course in the somewhat convoluted style common in the 19th century which just adds to their flavor in my opinion.  The selection process was rigorous: only those that made me laugh, giggle or snort are included. (Summary by phil Chenevert)

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  On the Road to Victory - The...

  Michael Harrison

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  The story of a revolution in moving troops and supplies: “A rare gem that will fill a gap in your World War I library. Highly recommended.” —Indy Squadron Dispatch  
   
  The Great War produced many innovations, in particular the spectacular development by the British and French armies of motor transport. 
   
  The age-old problem of moving soldiers and their supplies was no different in 1914 than it had been some 2,400 years ago, when the great Chinese military thinker Sun Tzu informed his readers that the further an army marched into enemy territory, the more the cost of transport increased, even to the point that more supplies were consumed by the transportation of men and their horses than was delivered to the troops. 
   
  Using many previously unpublished illustrations, including artists’ impressions, this book tells the story of the men and women who made motor transport work for the victorious British Army on the Western Front, so that in 1918, the humble lorry did indeed help propel the British Army forward on the road to victory.

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  Shepherd's Life; Impressions Of...

  William Henry Hudson

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  Hudson wrote this classic work in 1910; it is admiringly mentioned by many other writers.  It focuses on the memories of a head shepherd, Caleb Bawcombe, so it is concerned with the period of mid to late nineteenth century rural Wiltshire, a county in England.  This pleasant engaging book contains rural wisdom, natural history, farming practices, human characters, and more - Summary by david wales

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  Transforming Clutter Into Calm -...

  Lola Nimber

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  Transforming Clutter Into Calm: A Room-by-Room Guide to Minimalist Living 
  Consider these questions: 
  Do you feel suffocated by the clutter in your living spaces, making it challenging to find peace and focus? 
  Have you attempted to declutter in the past but struggled to maintain a minimalist lifestyle? 
  Are you eager to learn how to turn each room in your home into a serene oasis, promoting a sense of calm and well-being? 
  Meet the Author: The Minimalist Living Guide 
  The author, a seasoned expert in minimalist living, understands the struggles of navigating a cluttered world. They've faced the challenges of simplifying their own living spaces, combating the overwhelming nature of excess possessions. The author shares their experiences and insights to guide readers through a transformative journey, helping them achieve a minimalist lifestyle and unlock the calm they crave. 
  What to Expect: 
  Discover a room-by-room guide to decluttering, organizing, and creating serene living spaces. 
  Master the art of letting go and saying goodbye to items that no longer serve a purpose. 
  Explore practical tips for maintaining a minimalist lifestyle and preventing future clutter. 
  Learn the psychological benefits of minimalist living and its impact on mental well-being. 
  Find inspiration from real-life examples of individuals who have successfully embraced minimalism. 
  Discover sustainable practices for minimizing waste and creating an eco-friendly living environment. 
  Transform your home into a peaceful retreat that promotes relaxation and tranquility. 
  Empower yourself to embrace a minimalist lifestyle, promoting a sense of calm and well-being.

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  Warble for Lilac-Time

  Walt Whitman

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  LibriVox volunteers bring you 6 different recordings of Warble for Lilac-Time by Walt Whitman.

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  The Race to the North - Rivalry...

  David Wragg

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  In the late nineteenth century, some of Britains leading main-line railway companies threw caution to the winds in an attempt to provide the fastest passenger express services between London and Scotland. These became known as the races to the north. There were two phases, in 1888 and 1895, and they spurred the building of new bridges across the Firth of Forth and Firth of Tay.David Wraggs gripping, detailed narrative tells the story of this epic engineering and commercial competition. He concentrates on the determination of the railway companies to see who could provide the fastest schedule between London and the main Scottish cities of Edinburgh, Glasgow, Perth, Dundee and Aberdeen.Casting aside their early policy of co-existence on these prestigious and lucrative routes, the West Coast and East Coast companies were drawn into a period of intense, highly publicized rivalry as they sought to dominate the market. David Wragg gives an insight into the conduct of the well-publicized highs and tragic lows of this dramatic story  the extension of the lines to the far north, the building of the Tay and Forth bridges  including the collapse of the first Tay bridge with 72 fatalities  and the repeated bids by the companies to cut the journey times.While he describes the public side of this fascinating story, David Wragg fills in the background, which is no less interesting  the pioneering engineering of the steam age, the massive construction projects, the cut-throat battle for passengers and freight and the deep inter-company rivalries that drove the rapid development of the railways during the Victorian period.

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