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Ralph Prescott, a lawyer with a New York City firm, is feeling the stress and strain of the demands placed on him by city and career. With a fellow club-member, E. Wesson Woodbury, he decides to travel west into the Canadian wilderness for a vacation of fishing and canoeing. After several misadventures in both canoeing and camping, they are openly hostile to one another ...
This content is an independent and unofficial summary created for informational and educational purposes only. It is not affiliated with, authorized, approved, licensed, or endorsed by the original author or publisher. All rights to the original work belong to its respective copyright holders. This summary is not intended to substitute the original book, but to offer a concise overview and interpretation of its main ideas. In a world where loyalty and ambition collide, Beneath the Royal Banner tells a sweeping story of courage, sacrifice, and forbidden dreams. As kingdoms teeter on the edge of war, a young noble must choose between duty and destiny, navigating a treacherous path beneath the weight of legacy and power. Filled with riveting intrigue, emotional depth, and breathtaking landscapes, this unforgettable journey reveals the true cost of honor and the hidden strength found in defiance.Show book
Nella Larsen’s 1929 novel Passing is hailed today as a significant literary work of Harlem Renaissance, though for several decades it, like all of her works, was out of print. As history rights a wrong and recommits Larsen’s name to memory, it is beneficial to look at the other writings she published over her short career, collected here in Beyond Passing: The Further Writings of Nella Larsen. Contained within are her autobiographical novel Quicksand, and three short stories “Freedom,” “The Wrong Man,” and “Sanctuary.” With a growing number of titles under its Magna Releases banner, CSRC Storytelling promotes and provides positivity, power and presence in print, restoring literary classics across genres and making them newly accessible to modern readers. This edition of Nella Larsen’s Passing is a CSRC Storytelling Magna Release.Show book
"Ivanhoe: A Romance" by Walter Scott is a captivating tale of chivalry, love, and intrigue set in 12th-century England. The story follows Wilfred of Ivanhoe, a disinherited knight loyal to King Richard the Lionheart, as he battles against the tyranny of Prince John and Norman oppression. Amidst tournaments, sieges, and betrayals, Ivanhoe fights to reclaim his honor and reunite with his beloved Lady Rowena. Scott weaves themes of justice, cultural conflict, and redemption, juxtaposing Saxons and Normans, Christians and Jews. The enigmatic Rebecca adds depth to the narrative, challenging societal prejudices. A timeless blend of adventure and romance, it celebrates heroism and resilience while exploring the complexities of identity and loyalty in a divided world.Show book
The start of a BRAND NEW series detailing the epic adventures of Harald Hardrada - Prince. Mercenary. Exile. The lost throne of Norway must be won in foreign lands. 1030 AD Some men are gifted a crown. Others have to fight to claim it. Exiled from Norway, Harald Sigurdsson, brother to murdered King Olaf, must battle mercilessly for survival in the lands of the Kievan Rus. His brother’s legacy gifts him a warband of hardened warriors and entry to the court of Prince Yaroslav the Wise. By his wits, sword and skill in battle, Harald must learn not just to survive but to triumph. He fights for glory, for fame, and to regain his family’s battle-stolen throne. But his greatest challenge may not come from battlefield foes but from those who stand by his side. The first instalment in a remarkable story of an exiled boy’s incredible journey to become Harald Hardrada; The Hard Ruler and The Last Viking. Perfect for fans of Matthew Harffy, Peter Gibbons, Bernard Cornwell and Christian Cameron Praise for WARRIOR PRINCE - JC Duncan 'A fresh, vibrant take on perhaps that most Viking of all Vikings, Harald Hardrada. Bloody, epic and full of detail, Duncan paints a vivid picture of Harald’s early life, as he battles his way into legend.' - Matthew Harffy 'Harald Hardrada as you've never seen him before! A fantastic story written by a fantastic author' - Donovan Cook 'So GOOD. I have read a lot of Viking type adventure books and this series is up with the best. Great action which is based on written records. So to some extent it actually happened!' - Reader Review 'Excellent book one of the best I have had the pleasure to read in a long time. I have read this book in double quick time, once I started it I could not put it down. Full of intrigue and fast moving.' - Reader Review 'Warrior Prince. A fantastic read, thank you, Mr J.C. Duncan! I was there! Thoroughly enjoyed it and only wished it were a lot longer! 10/10 thank you!' - Reader Review 'Immersive and impeccably researched, JC Duncan brings Harald Hardrada's epic journey to life with gripping authenticity.' - Richard Cullen 'No Characters more vivid or tale better told than this story within a story. There are perhaps not enough words to do justice to the epic tale set to paper by this author. And so I will not attempt to do so beyond recommending this book to anyone with eyes to read it.' -Reader Review 'The gripping tale of the last great viking, Harold Hardrada, told in compelling style.' - Tim Hodkinson 'An engrossing, epic tale of Harald Hardrada's early years, brimming with historical detail and brave daring do. This is the story of a man who will become a legend, told lovingly through the eyes of one of his loyal followers and sure to delight readers.' - MJ PorterShow book
Jus Breathe is an award winning coming of age work that's tinged with speculation and a touch of psychological intrigue. In 2023 the book was a finalist in both the Independent Authors Network and The Next Generation Indie Book awards competitions. It won best book in the Pencraft Literary Excellence award and first place in the 2023 firebird book awards in two categories: African American Fiction as well as general fiction. But most notable is its winning of 'first place" in the 2023 International Book Award for African American fiction. "Look at her! You dared to name her Dawn. You shudda named her Midnight." Then Dawn's daddy was gone, for good. But his words never left. In their wake a Midnight Ugly Duckling, part creature, part Dawn, invades her mirror and moves into her chest. She feels it. She's sure. It's residing there inside her; and it rules her by controlling her ability to breathe. Set in New York City, during the turbulent sixties. This is a roller coaster love story with unsettled pasts and inner demons. Dawn's superpower is recognizing 'leaving time' when it inevitably rolls around. At sixteen she leaves her stepfather's violent home. Couch surfing like a Gypsy, she struggles to stay in school and get into college. Nevertheless, at the first inkling of a 'sketchy' situation Dawn, a survivor, would walk away and never look back, next destination unknown. But, in the mist of the Harlem uprising that followed the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, serendipity spins Dawn into Danny's tangled world. Now, toxically in love, no longer a 'leaver,' Dawn knows if she is to survive, she must resurrect her superpower and break away from Danny's grip. But that Duckling who threatens to squeeze the life-breath from her if she dares . . .that Midnight Duckling in the mirror . . .she's got to find a way . . .to kill.Show book
African American history is the part of American history that looks at the history of African Americans or Black Americans. Of the 10.7 million Africans who were brought to the Americas until the 1860s, 450 thousand were shipped to what is now the United States. Most African Americans are descended from Africans who were brought directly from Africa to America and became slaves. The future slaves were originally captured in African wars or raids and transported in the Atlantic slave trade. Our collection includes the following of works: Narrative Of The Life by Frederick Douglass. The impassioned abolitionist and eloquent orator provides graphic descriptions of his childhood and horrifying experiences as a slave as well as a harrowing record of his dramatic escape to the North and eventual freedom. Incidents In The Life Of A Slave Girl by Harriet Jacobs. Powerful by portrayal of the brutality of slave life through the inspiring tale of one woman's dauntless spirit and faith. Up From Slavery by Booker T. Washington. Washington rose to become the most influential spokesman for African Americans of his day. He describes events in a remarkable life that began in slavery and culminated in worldwide recognition.Show book
