Authors: Browning, Robert, 1812-1889

In Sea Fiction

By Abil Kile

"Men and Women" by Robert Browning is a collection of poetic works written in the mid-19th century. This compilation features a variety of dramatic monologues and lyrical pieces that explore themes of gender roles, the human experience, and the artistic process. Encompassing richly drawn characters like artists, philosophers, and lovers, the poems ...

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: Plato, 428? BCE-348? BCE

In Nautical History

By Abil Kile

"Statesman" by Plato is a philosophical dialogue written during the late 4th century BC. The text explores the nature of statesmanship and the qualities that define a true leader, contrasting these ideals with the various forms of government and societal roles. Through a conversation featuring Socrates and other philosophical figures, Plato seeks t...

Authors: Nightingale, Florence, 1820-1910

In Marine Life

By Abil Kile

"Notes on Nursing: What It Is, and What It Is Not" by Florence Nightingale is a groundbreaking treatise on nursing, written in the mid-19th century. This work serves as a guide for those who take on the responsibility of caring for the health of others, particularly women who will inevitably assume a nursing role at some point in their lives. The t...

Authors: Plato, 428? BCE-348? BCE

In Nautical History

By Abil Kile

"Sophist" by Plato is a philosophical dialogue written in the late 4th century BC. The work explores profound metaphysical questions, particularly focusing on the nature of being, not-being, and the distinction between true philosophy and sophistry. Central to the dialogue is the Eleatic Stranger, who embarks on a dialectical exploration of these c...

Authors: Ruppelt, Edward J., 1922-1960

In Marine Life

By Abil Kile

"The Report on Unidentified Flying Objects" by Edward J. Ruppelt is a comprehensive investigative account written in the mid-20th century. The book delves into the phenomena of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) through the lens of Ruppelt's experiences as the head of the U.S. Air Force's Project Blue Book, which was tasked with the investigation o...

Authors: Hall, H. R. (Harry Reginald), 1873-1930

In Sea Fiction

By Abil Kile

"History of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria in the Light of Recent Discovery" by L. W. King and H. R. Hall is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The volume explores the ancient civilizations of Egypt and surrounding regions, detailing significant archaeological discoveries made shortly before its publication. The ...

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...