Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Rediscover Jack London’s beloved classic in this unique hardbound edition. White Fang has been called “one of London’s most interesting and ambitious works.” Follow the wolfdog White Fang in a story of violence and hardship, morality and redemption, and finding home during the 1890s Klondike Gold Rush. Truly a must-have for London fans.
"The House at Pooh Corner" is a classic children's book written by A.A. Milne, first published in 1928. This enchanting work is the second collection of stories featuring the beloved characters from the Hundred Acre Wood, including Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, Tigger, and Christopher Robin. Set in the idyllic and timeless world of the Hundred Acre Wood, the book is a series of episodic tales that revolve around the endearing adventures and friendships of Winnie the Pooh and his companions. The stories are often gentle, whimsical, and infused with a sense of innocence. The "House at Pooh Corner" refers to the residence of Eeyore, one of the characters in the stories. It becomes a central gathering place for the friends as they embark on various escapades and share moments of joy, reflection, and camaraderie. The house symbolizes the warmth and comfort of friendship that permeates the entire narrative. One of the poignant themes of the book is the passage of time and the inevitable changes that come with growing up. Christopher Robin, the human friend of the animals, is on the cusp of leaving childhood behind, and this transition is delicately explored in the stories. The tales capture the bittersweet essence of growing up while cherishing the enduring qualities of friendship. Milne's writing style is whimsical and filled with gentle humor, making it accessible to both children and adults. The characters' distinct personalities come to life through Milne's charming prose, and E.H. Shepard's iconic illustrations further contribute to the timeless appeal of the book. Here" is a celebration of friendship, imagination, and the simple joys of life. It has become a cherished classic in children's literature, continuing to enchant readers of all ages with its endearing characters and timeless charm.Show book
" ""Alone among his contemporaries, Charles Dickens seems to possess that instinctive sympthaty with whatever is human and humane which is the fundamental condition of genial and varied characterization. … in individualities which make us in love with our kind, he is unapproached."" —The Atlantic Monthly, May 1867 The Personal History, Adventures, Experience, and Observation of David Copperfield the Younger, of Blunderstone Rookery—or, as it's now more commonly known, David Copperfield—is considered one of literature's quintessential bildungsroman novels. Originally published in serial installments stretching from May 1849 through November 1850, the tale follows the titular David Copperfield throughout the course of his life in Victorian England. In parts a coming-of-age story, satire, and autobiographical novel, Dickens called David Copperfield ""a very complicated weaving of truth and invention""—as well as named it his favorite of his own works."Show book
The bookshelves of American literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors. From this continent their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure. Among them is Lucy Ward Montgomery.Show book
Lucy Maud Montgomery (November 30, 1874 - April 24, 1942), published as L. M. Montgomery, was a Canadian author best known for a series of novels beginning in 1908 with Anne of Green Gables. The book was an immediate success. The title character, orphan Anne Shirley, made Montgomery famous in her lifetime and gave her an international following. By Grace of Julius Caesar: Melissa sent word on Monday evening that she thought we had better go round with the subscription list for cushioning the church pews on Tuesday. I sent back word that I thought we had better go on Thursday.Show book
Burning Daylight takes place in the Yukon Territory in 1893. The main character, Elam Harnish, nicknamed "Burning Daylight" was the most successful entrepreneur of the Alaskan Gold Rush. The story of the main character was partially based upon the life of Oakland entrepreneur "Borax" Smith. Bringing his fortunes to the States he is cheated out of it by a crowd of money kings, and recovers it only at the muzzle of his gun. Embarking on a new life in California, he makes another fortune by underhanded means . . . only to find his corrupt life suddenly turned around by the love of a woman.Show book
Mary E. Mann does not flinch. In Little Brother, she leads us by the hand into a world where hunger is constant, sorrow is routine, and the arrival of a child is met with neither joy nor mourning—just another mouth, another burden, another resignation. Yet even in this bleakness, life goes on, in ways both unsettling and eerily familiar. A stark, unflinching glimpse into the realities of the forgotten, this story is as haunting as it is quietly devastating.Show book
