Life of Samuel Johnson
161円 The Life of Samuel Johnson is a biography written by James Boswell, published in 1791. It is considered one of the greatest biographies in the English language, and provides a detailed and vivid portrait of the renowned writer and lexicographer Samuel Johnson.Boswell, a Scottish lawyer and writer...
Frederick Douglass
161円 "Frederick Douglass" is a biography written by Charles W. Chesnutt in 1899, detailing the life of one of America's most significant historical figures. Douglass was an escaped slave who became a prominent abolitionist, orator, and writer.Chesnutt's biography provides a detailed account of Douglas...
Autobiography of ABRAHAM LINCOLN
161円 The biography covers Lincoln's early life in rural Kentucky, his career as a lawyer and politician in Illinois, and his presidency during the American Civil War.Another well-known biography of Lincoln is "Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln" by Doris Kearns Goodwin. The book f...
Reminiscences of a South African Pioneer
161円 "Reminiscences of a South African Pioneer" is a memoir written by W.C. Scully, a South African pioneer who lived during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Scully was born in Ireland in 1855 and emigrated to South Africa with his family in 1873. In his memoir, he recounts his experiences as a...
Confessions of an English Opium-Eater
161円 "Confessions of an English Opium-Eater" is an autobiographical work by Thomas De Quincey, published in 1821. The book details De Quincey's addiction to opium, which he began taking in 1804 to alleviate pain.The work is divided into two parts. The first part is a memoir of De Quincey's early life,...
A daughter of the Samurai
161円 The book begins with Sugimoto's early life in Japan, where she grows up in a strict and disciplined samurai household. Her upbringing is steeped in traditional values, including honor, duty, and respect for familial obligations. She is betrothed in an arranged marriage to a Japanese man living in...
Eminent Victorians
161円 "Eminent Victorians" is a biographical work by Lytton Strachey, published in 1918. The book is a collection of four biographies of notable figures from the Victorian era: Cardinal Manning, Florence Nightingale, Thomas Arnold, and General Gordon.Rather than presenting these individuals as flawless...
My Life
161円 "My Life" is the autobiography of Leon Trotsky, a revolutionary socialist who played a key role in the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia in 1917. The book was written while Trotsky was living in exile in Turkey and was first published in 1930.In "My Life," Trotsky provides a detailed account of his ...
Notes on Nursing: What It Is, and What It...
161円 Nightingale's primary focus is on creating an environment conducive to healing. She highlights the significance of clean air, adequate light, and sanitation while cautioning against common errors like poor ventilation or excessive noise. Her advice extends beyond physical care, emphasizing the ca...
Commandant of Auschwitz: The Autobiograph...
161円 The book also provides a glimpse into Höss’s personal perspective. He reflects on his unwavering loyalty to Hitler, his belief in the Nazi ideology, and his rationalization of the atrocities committed under his leadership. Despite the horrific nature of his actions, Höss attempts to depict himsel...
Scientific Advertising
161円 Hopkins advocates for direct response advertising, where ads are designed to provoke immediate action from the consumer, such as making a purchase or inquiring further. He emphasizes the importance of crafting clear, compelling messages that focus on the benefits of a product rather than vague cl...
The Man Who Talks With the Flowers
161円 The title of the book reflects Carver's profound respect for nature, which he often viewed as a divine creation. Throughout the narrative, Carver’s faith and philosophy are woven into his scientific endeavors, as he believed that through prayer and contemplation, one could unlock the secrets of t...
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