Authors: Millard, Max

In Ocean Studies

By Abil Kile

"100 New Yorkers of the 1970s" by Max Millard is a collection of biographical interviews written in the early 21st century. The book features a diverse array of notable individuals from the arts, entertainment, and other fields who lived in New York City during the transformative 1970s. Each interview is a snapshot of the subjects’ lives, revealing...

Authors: Chekhov, Anton Pavlovich, 1860-1904

In Ocean Studies

By Abil Kile

"The Schoolmistress and Other Stories" by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The stories delve into the complexities of human emotions and social situations, often exploring themes of loneliness, love, and societal constraints. In the opening tale, "The Schoolmistress," the narrative follows M...

Authors: Stratton, Clarence, 1880-1951

In Ocean Studies

By Abil Kile

"Public Speaking" by Clarence Stratton is a guidebook on the art of effective communication, likely written in the early 20th century. The book seeks to educate readers on various aspects of public speaking, emphasizing the importance of speech in human interaction and the various techniques necessary to become an effective speaker. It touches on e...

Authors: Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE

In Ocean Studies

By Abil Kile

"The Odyssey" by Homer is an epic poem attributed to the ancient Greek poet, believed to have been composed in the late 8th century BC. This foundational work of Western literature chronicles the adventures of Odysseus, a clever hero whose journey home following the Trojan War is fraught with peril, delays, and divine intervention. The central narr...

Authors: Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936

In Ocean Studies

By Abil Kile

"What's Wrong with the World" by G.K. Chesterton is a social critique published during the early 20th century. The work delves into various societal issues, with the author reflecting on the complexities of human nature, domesticity, education, and the roles of institutions. Chesterton's approach is analytical, challenging contemporary ideologies a...

Authors:

In Ocean Studies

By Abil Kile

"Modern Prose and Poetry; For Secondary Schools" by Margaret Ashmun is a collection of literary selections intended for high school students, compiled and edited in the early 20th century. This work serves as an educational resource, featuring various prose and poetry designed to engage students and enhance their appreciation of modern literature. ...

Authors: Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850

In Ocean Studies

By Abil Kile

"Eugenie Grandet" by Honoré de Balzac is a novel written during the early 19th century, which explores themes of wealth, avarice, and familial duty in a provincial French town. The story centers around the character of Monsieur Grandet, a wealthy and miserly wine-grower, and his only daughter, Eugenie, whose life is shaped by her father's overwhelm...

Authors: Rowson, Mrs., 1762-1824

In Ocean Studies

By Abil Kile

"Charlotte Temple" by Susanna Haswell Rowson is a novel written during the late 18th century. The story explores the harrowing journey of a young woman named Charlotte Temple as she navigates the perils of love, duty, and societal expectations in a world that often punishes those who stray from the prescribed path of virtue. The novel begins with C...

Authors: Pérez Galdós, Benito, 1843-1920

In Ocean Studies

By Abil Kile

"Fortunata y Jacinta: dos historias de casadas" by Benito Pérez Galdós is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative explores the intertwining lives of two women, Fortunata and Jacinta, focusing on themes of love, marriage, and societal expectations within Spanish society. The story delves into the emotional and moral complexities that...