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  The House of Lurking Death - A...

  Agatha Christie

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  Throwing on an almost convincing French accent, Tommy is determined to act the Great Detective Hanaud to his and Tuppence’s latest, lovely client. Miss Hargreaves has recently received a box of chocolates from nobody knows who, and, due to her dislike of chocolates, was the only one to not fall afoul of the arsenic-spiked treats. But, Miss Hargreaves is not the first recipient of such a gift; three other large country houses have received arsenic-laced chocolates. Miss Hargreaves is holding something back, and Tommy and Tuppence must take up residence at her house to discover the true culprit. But will they find out the truth in time?

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  King Coal

  Upton Sinclair

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  "King Coal" is a novel written by Upton Sinclair, first published in 1917. The book explores the harsh conditions and exploitation faced by coal miners in the United States during the early 20th century. Sinclair, known for his social and political activism, used "King Coal" to expose the oppressive working conditions, corporate greed, and corruption within the coal industry. The novel follows the protagonist, Hal Warner, a wealthy young man who decides to experience life as a coal miner. As he immerses himself in the harsh realities of coal mining, he witnesses the struggles of the working class and becomes an advocate for workers' rights. The story delves into themes of social justice, labor exploitation, and the impact of industrialization on the lives of ordinary people.

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  These Men Chose Hell

  J. A. Johnstone, William W....

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  The greatest Western writers of the twenty-first century return to Fort Misery—where the lowliest dregs of the U. S. ARMY defend the driest patch of lawless desert against the gnarliest killers in the wild, wild West. Sometimes it takes a bad man with gun to stop another bad man with a gun . . .They're not what you'd call "the good guys." They're a mangy pack of despicable deserters, thieves, mutineers, and worse. But as condemned soldiers in an overstretched army, they were given a choice: death by hanging or serving out their time in a hell on earth.These men chose hell.Located at the farthest edge of the Yuma Desert, Fort Grierson is a magnet for trouble. Vicious attacks by marauding Apaches and gunslinging outlaws are practically a daily occurrence—and the men holding down the fort are hardly any better. Hence the nickname Fort Misery.

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  The Woman of Andros

  Thornton Wilder

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  “From the earliest 
  pages of his first novels and plays, Wilder examined the universal quandaries 
  encapsulated in the questions the young man Pamphilus asks in The Woman of 
  Andros: “How does one live? What does one do first?” — Penelope Niven Thornton Wilder’s celebrated novel The 
  Woman of Andros, set before the birth of Christ on an obscure 
  Greek island, tells the story of the enigmatic Chrysis, a courtesan (and an 
  outcast) of haunting beauty and intelligence. In her gatherings with the young 
  men of the island, Chrysis probes what is precious about life, and how we live, 
  love, and die in a harsh world, themes that Wilder revisited eight years later 
  in his play, Our Town. 
  Pamphilus, the only son of a prominent villager, fathers a baby out of wedlock 
  with Chrysis’s sister, whom he wants to marry. The questions faced by 
  Pamphilus, his family and the other “respectable” citizens of the island also 
  explore themes of social class and status.

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  First Feast - Thanksgiving's...

  Mark T. Bueltmann

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  Thanksgiving - our annual festival of sharing amongst family and friends. A feast of favorite foods and comradery originated to memorialize the appreciation and remembrance of two diverse groups. We know the story of that chilly day in the Fall of 1621 when the Pilgrims of the Mayflower and those indigenous came together to share a meal. But before this, there was a predecessor. Lost in the annals of history is a story of a similar meal shared amongst adventurers and escapists. A meal shared by those from the land of the Crowne and others native to a land of untouched valleys and forests. A land they called home. This event has a different viewpoint. Found within these pages are the remembrances and adventures leading to that meal as re-told generationally by the surviving few. Recorded on these pages is that event - that First Feast.

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  Personal Recollections of Joan...

  Mark Twain

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  "Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc" by Mark Twain is a powerful and deeply respectful historical novel that reveals a lesser-known side of one of America's greatest humorists. Considered by Twain himself to be his finest work, this book presents a moving and intimate portrayal of Joan of Arc, the young French heroine whose faith, courage, and leadership changed the course of history.
  
  Told through the fictional memoir of Sieur Louis de Conte, Joan's childhood friend and page, the narrative follows Joan's life from her humble beginnings in the village of Domrémy to her rise as a divinely inspired military leader during the Hundred Years' War. Through this personal perspective, Twain humanizes Joan, portraying her not as a distant legend but as a compassionate, intelligent, and fearless young woman driven by an unshakable sense of purpose.
  
  With meticulous historical research and vivid storytelling, Twain recreates medieval France in rich detail—its political intrigue, religious fervor, brutal warfare, and social divisions. The novel captures both the triumphs and tragedies of Joan's mission, culminating in her trial and martyrdom, moments rendered with emotional depth and quiet reverence.
  
  Unlike Twain's more satirical works, Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc is sincere and restrained, reflecting his profound admiration for its subject. Themes of faith, justice, sacrifice, and moral courage run throughout the book, offering readers a timeless meditation on leadership and integrity in the face of overwhelming opposition.
  
  Both a compelling historical narrative and a heartfelt tribute, Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc stands as a unique and enduring work in Mark Twain's body of writing. It is an essential read for lovers of historical fiction, classic literature, and inspiring stories of courage and conviction.

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