In 1987, John F. Schwartz transcribed a collection of letters from his great-grandfather, William Philip Schwartz, who took the first known war photographs in 1847. This remarkable correspondence covers his exile from wife and family in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, service in the US Army in the Indian Wars and the Mexican-American War, his court-martial and desertion, his adventures in the Gold Rush and the Pacific, his enlistment in the Marine Corps and service aboard the USS Constellation in the Mediterranean Sea. His vivid and highly detailed letters paint an unforgettable portrait of a life on the American frontier and at sea-a must-read for anyone interested in American history.

It's dire times for Israeli intelligence agency M 33 and 1/3. Auntie Sem-Heidt and her sinister agents of TUSH have been killing off Hebrew agents, as part of a devious plan to eradicate Jewish culture at its base. And in the midst of this, turmoil, super agent Israel Bond finds himself stuck with the job of protecting Baldroi LeFagel, the half-arab and all-fabulous new King of Sahd Sakistan. Will the Star of David-lovin' Agent Oy-Oy-7 be willing to handle all of the crosses needed for this assignment (crossing physical boundaries, moral boundaries, and even cross-dressing), or will all this mishugas leave him cross-eyed and just plain cross? ABOUT ISRAEL BOND, AGENT OY-OY-7: In the mid-1960s, when PLAYBOY was serializing the adventures of the world's most famous superspy, they interspersed them with the rollicking tales of Israel's most hilarious weapon, Israel Bond. After the book editions of what the CHICAGO TRIBUNE called "probably the funniest secret agent parodies ever written" had sold over a million copies, they were allowed to fall out of print. Decades later, all four books in the Israel Bond series are back in new editions!

This new bilingual edition of Rosalind Resnick's poetry celebrates her life, loves and adventures in New York and Italy. For romantics everywhere!

Excerpt from Crypto-Jews in the Canaries: A Paper Read Before the Jewish Historical Society of England Some twenty years ago, while investigating the circumstances of the re-settlement of the Jews in this country under the Protectorate, I was struck by the curious fact that that chief figure in that movement, Antonio Fernandez Carvajal, and several of his fellow adventurers, hailed from a little archipelago in the East Atlantic, which had never before figured in Jewish history, and which, so far as I know, has not even yet found a place in that record. Carvajal had considerable property in the Canaries, and seems to have spent his early life at Santa Cruz. Duarte Henriques Alvares had been Royal Treasurer in the islands, and his nephew, Antonio Rodrigues Robles, whose sensational denunciation as a Spaniard on the outbreak of the Spanish war in 1656 first revealed the existence of the London Marrano community, and successfully established its rights of residence, had been his Deputy-Treasurer. There was also reason to believe that Carvajal's brother-in-law, Simon de Souza, and other relatives and co-religionists of his who had joined him in England, notably Domingo de la Cerda and Antonio de Porto, were Canariote immigrants. With a view to throwing further light on the personal histories of these men, and on the circumstances which determined their eventful migration, I planned a visit to Teneriffe in the autumn of 1894. By a fortunate accident I confided my project to the late Marquis of Bate, and was thus spared a bootless journey. Some years earlier Lord Bute had acquired the larger part of the original records of the Canariote Inquisition, of which a general calendar, dealing chiefly with Protestant and sorcery cases, has since been printed under the editorship of Dr. de Gray Birch. These valuable documents he was good enough to place at my disposal. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

A novel of young women and men, struggling to find love and fulfilling work, who find their lives disrupted when their network of cooperatives, formed in a Southwestern city with the collapse of the economy, is drawn into the movement to protect a mountain sacred to the Navajos from a military takeover.

Step into the surreal world of Feodor Sologub, a mystical and masterful storyteller. In this collection of tales, readers will encounter witches, wizards, and other fantastical creatures unlike anything they have seen before. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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This is the story of one man’s impression of life in the Great Society. Foot-loose and fancy-free he follows the lead of his insatiable curiosity, taking the armchair traveler on a memorable junket. The book is no Baedeker. From his arrival (when he winds up in a hotel that has been freshly raided as a place of questionable repute) until his last backward glance at Kennedy Airport (as his home-winging plane rises for its trans-Atlantic flight), the days and nights of his journey are filled with adventure, people, humor and heart... For whether he is exploring the canyon which is Wall Street, or the dusty and treeless playgrounds of Harlem, whether he braves the swirling traffic of a well-regulated metropolis, or the back lanes of a Southern town gone mad with lynch spirit, his story of the American Way moves swiftly — and with a forthrightness that will charm the reader. He narrates his American Encounter with an open-minded freshness and with a sharp eye that penetrates the smog of big-city living and big-city headlines.

S.J. Revich has spun another web of enchantment in which heroes and villains come together in great struggles and courage and bravery win the day. "The Lion Tamer" takes place in Spain during the period of warring Christian and Moslem kingdoms. Young Isaac is an orphan who is irresistibly drawn to the private circus of the King of Navarre, which he watches secretly through a hole in the wooden fence. More than anything else, he is fascinated by the three ferocious lions and the fearless lion tamer. One day, while engrossed in the antics of the lions, Isaac is caught and arrested. What follows is a heartstopping tale of adventure and intrigue as Isaac learns of a devious plot against the king. Paperback / 126 pages Publisher: CIS ISBN-10: 1560620382 ISBN-13: 978-1560620389

"[Wolff] is a remarkable pianist, an excellent theoretician, a learned teacher, a brilliant thinker and writer." —Artur Schnabel "This collection of [Wolff's] writings and letters should bear ample testimony to a musician who happily combined the artist, the teacher, the musicologist, and the charm and integrity of a human being." —Alfred Brendel "Konrad Wolff writes about music with the verve and enthusiasm of a great teacher who has never lost his sense of music as an adventure. To read him is to enter into a lively dialogue with a superior musical mind and a buoyant spirit." —Richard Goode This collection provides elegant and thorough portraits of an important 20th-century performer and lover of music, as well as of his greatest influences.

An Authentic Account Of The Late Expedition To Bulam, On The Coast Of Africa is a historical book written by Joshua Montefiore in 1794. The book provides a detailed and authentic account of the expedition to Bulam, a coastal region in Africa. Montefiore, who was a part of the expedition, describes the journey, the challenges faced by the crew, and the interactions with the local people. The book also provides insights into the political and economic conditions of the region during that time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Africa, exploration, and colonialism. It is written in a narrative style and is easy to read, making it accessible to a wide range of readers. Overall, An Authentic Account Of The Late Expedition To Bulam, On The Coast Of Africa is a fascinating and informative book that captures the spirit of adventure and exploration of the time.With A Description Of The Present Settlement Of Sierra Leone, And The Adjacent Country.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Oppenheim featured on the cover of Time magazine on September 12, 1927, he was the self-styled "prince of storytellers." He composed some one hundred and fifty novels, mainly of the suspense and international intrigue nature, but including romances, comedies, and parables of everyday life. He was the earliest writer of spy fiction as understood today, and invented the "Rogue Male" school of adventure thrillers that was later exploited by John Buchan and Geoffrey Household. Much of Oppenheim's work possesses a unique escapist charm, featuring protagonists who delight in Epicurean meals, surroundings of intense luxury, and the relaxed pursuit of criminal practice, on either side of the law.

"Mr. Marx's Secret" by E. Phillips Oppenheim is a gripping and suspenseful tale that delves into the enigmatic world of espionage, mystery, and international intrigue. In this captivating book, Oppenheim weaves a web of secrets, betrayal, and unexpected alliances that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.Follow the protagonist, Mr. Marx, a seemingly ordinary man with a clandestine past, as he navigates a treacherous world of spies, double-crosses, and hidden agendas. As the layers of his mysterious past are gradually revealed, readers are drawn deeper into a web of suspense, unsure of who to trust and what secrets lie beneath the surface.Oppenheim's masterful storytelling and skillful character development bring a cast of memorable and complex individuals to life, each with their own motivations and hidden agendas. Through twists and turns, unexpected alliances and shocking revelations, "Mr. Marx's Secret" keeps readers guessing until the very end.But "Mr. Marx's Secret" is more than just a tale of international intrigue—it is a meditation on the nature of loyalty, the consequences of one's past actions, and the delicate balance between trust and betrayal. Oppenheim's intricate plot, atmospheric settings, and taut pacing create a narrative that grips readers from the first page to the last, immersing them in a world where nothing is as it seems.Prepare to be enthralled as you delve into the pages of "Mr. Marx's Secret." This book is a must-read for fans of espionage thrillers, lovers of intricate plots, and anyone who enjoys a good mystery. Oppenheim's brilliant storytelling, captivating suspense, and unexpected twists will leave you breathless, questioning everything you thought you knew.Join E. Phillips Oppenheim on a thrilling journey with "Mr. Marx's Secret," where the stakes are high, loyalties are tested, and the truth lies just beyond reach. This novel is an invitation to dive into a world of secrets and intrigue, where nothing is as it seems and the line between friend and foe is blurred. Get ready to embark on a gripping adventure with "Mr. Marx's Secret."

Annabel Pellissier, for reasons of her own, allows Sir John Ferringhall to believe that she is her sister Anna. Anna lets the deception continue and has to bear the burden of her sister's reputation which, in Paris at any rate, is that of being a coquette. Endless complications ensue when both sisters return to London.

Xaviera's amorous adventures on the Costa del Sex took her from the arms of a middle-aged Romeo into those of a young Spanish gardener--who soon found a special use for his hose. "Knights in the Garden of Spain" is a coruscating cavalcade of cocksure cavaliers and knaughty knights--with lances outstretched. It tell's of Xaviera's first visit to the country that is now, for part of the year, her home, and of her sizzling adventures with Antonio, Fernando, Carlos, Juan--or was that Jaime...?

"A luminous and richly layered novel evoking The Big Chill--the story of a group of lifetime friends who gather together to confront life, love, and now, mortality Before Everything is a celebration of friendship and love between a group of women who have known one another since they were girls. They've faced everything together, from youthful sprees and scrapes to mid-life turning points. Now, as Anna, the group's trailblazer and brightest spark, enters hospice, they gather to do what they've always done--talk and laugh and help each other make choices and plans, this time in Anna's rural Massachusetts home. Helen, Anna's best friend and a celebrated painter, is about to remarry. The others face their own challenges--Caroline with her sister's mental health crisis; Molly with a teenage daughter's rebellion; Ming with her law practice--dilemmas with kids and work and love. Before Everything is as funny as it is bittersweet, as the friends revel in the hilarious mistakes they've seen one another through, the secrets kept and adventures shared. But now all sense of time has shifted, and the pattern of their lives together takes on new meaning. The novel offers a brilliant, emotionally charged portrait, deftly conveying the sweep of time over everyday lives, and showing how even in difficult endings, gifts can unfold. Above all it is an ode to friendship, and to how one person shapes the journeys of those around her"--

All good things must come to an end... and few things are gooder than Agent Oy-Oy-7, the hero of the Holy Land. When Israel Bond is drawn to Japan, he finds himself lost in a culture of miniaturized cars, oversized Buddhas, and danger around every tight turn. But what will spell the end of Oy-Oy-7? Will it be the deadly price of his high-stakes game of Monopoly? Will he go at the hands of the villain who got away in one of his earlier, affordable adventures? Might an oversized shellfish cause a doom both untimely and unkosher? Or could it be a fatal seduction by the delectible Miss Kopy Katz, Xerox's learned mistress in the art of reproduction? Does Oy-Oy-7 end with a whimper or a bang? If both, who is whimpering, and who is banging? Read, and find out! About Israel Bond - Oy-Oy-7: In the mid-1960s, when Playboy was serializing the adventures of the world's most famous superspy, they interspersed them with the rollicking tales of Israel's most hilarious weapon, Israel Bond. After the book editions of what the Chicago Tribune called "probably the funniest secret agent parodies ever written" had sold over a million copies, they were allowed to fall out of print. Decades later, all four books in the Israel Bond series are back in new editions!

An adult novel about the world of children. In McCarthy-era New York City, fourth graders find a forgotten room in the foundations of a building, where they struggle to live their dreams. As the cold war of 1950s America envelops their school, they become radicalized. “Novels such as John Curl’s The Outlaws of Maroon, which capture a child’s point of view and examine the intersection of history and social justice, hold an important place in American literature. Think of To Kill a Mockingbird and The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Books such as these both illuminate moments in history and remind us to pay attention to children: we can learn from them, for they are paying attention to the world.” — Lucille Lang Day