Authors: Geister, Edna, 1892-1959

In Exploration Fiction

By Emily Rodriguez

"It Is to Laugh: A Book of Games and Stunts" by Edna Geister is a collection of recreational activities designed to promote laughter and socializing, written in the early 20th century. This playful and practical guide offers a variety of games and stunts that can be used in gatherings, parties, and recreational events, fostering a sense of communit...

Authors: Abbott, Eleanor Hallowell, 1872-1958

In Adventure Classics

By Emily Rodriguez

Authors: Wertenbaker, Thomas Jefferson, 1879-1966

In Survival Stories

By Emily Rodriguez

"Give Me Liberty: The Struggle for Self-Government in Virginia" by Thomas J. Wertenbaker is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. This work explores the development of self-governance in Virginia from the establishment of Jamestown in the early 1600s through to the American Revolution. The book dives into the political struggles and...

Authors: Various

In Sea Adventures

By Emily Rodriguez

"Boys and Girls Bookshelf (Vol 2 of 17)" by Various is a collection of children's literature, specifically focusing on folk-lore, fables, and fairy tales, likely produced in the early 20th century. This volume aims to educate and entertain young readers through a selection of classic and beloved stories that explore themes of morality, virtue, and ...

Authors: Various

In Adventure Classics

By Emily Rodriguez

"Notes and Queries: Index to Eighth Volume, July-December 1853" by Various is a reference work that serves as an index to the eighth volume of a periodical, likely published in the mid-19th century. This compilation acts as a medium of inter-communication among literary men, artists, antiquarians, genealogists, and more, allowing for the sharing of...

Authors: Feydeau, Ernest, 1821-1873

In Sea Adventures

By Emily Rodriguez

"Fanny: estudo" by Ernesto Feydeau is a romance written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around a character who finds himself in a state of emotional turmoil due to his love for Fanny, a beautiful and seemingly unattainable woman, who is married and the mother of children. The opening sets a tone of melancholy and introspection as it...

Authors: Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente, 1867-1928

In Exploration Fiction

By Emily Rodriguez

"La Catedral" by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez is a novel published in 1903. It follows Gabriel Luna, a former seminarian who returns to his birthplace of Toledo after years abroad absorbing revolutionary ideas. Seeking refuge in the cathedral where his brother works, Gabriel begins spreading his radical philosophies of equality among the local population....

Authors: Various

In Survival Stories

By Emily Rodriguez

"Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'Bent, James' to 'Bibirine'" by Various is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a comprehensive reference resource, providing detailed entries on a multitude of topics including notable figures, historical events, scientific concepts, and geographical locations. The...

Authors: Carroll, Lewis, 1832-1898

In Adventure Classics

By Emily Rodriguez

"The Hunting of the Snark: An Agony in Eight Fits" by Lewis Carroll is a nonsense poem written between 1874 and 1876. A crew of ten peculiar characters embarks on an absurd quest to hunt the mysterious Snark, guided only by a blank map. Their journey becomes increasingly strange as they encounter fantastical creatures and face a terrifying possibil...