Authors: United States. Central Intelligence Agency

In Historical Discovery

By Joseph Williams

"The 1994 CIA World Factbook" by the United States Central Intelligence Agency is a comprehensive reference work, published in the early 1990s. This factbook is a resource for statistical and factual information about countries around the world, covering topics such as geography, demographics, government structures, economies, and international rel...

Authors: Wells, Carolyn, 1862-1942

In Lost Cities

By Joseph Williams

"Marjorie at Seacote" by Carolyn Wells is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the Maynard family, particularly the lively and imaginative Marjorie and her siblings, as they embark on a joyful summer adventure by the seaside. The narrative captures their playful interactions, the dynamics of their friendshi...

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In Archaeology

By Joseph Williams

"Wine, Women, and Song" by John Addington Symonds is a scholarly work written in the late 19th century. The book offers a translation of medieval Latin songs from wandering students, accompanied by an essay that examines the cultural and societal contexts of these lyrics. Through this collection, the author explores themes of love, pleasure, and th...

Authors: Cassius Dio Cocceianus, 165?-235?

In Ancient Civilizations

By Joseph Williams

"Dio's Rome, Volume 1" by Cassius Dio Cocceianus is a historical account likely composed in the early 3rd century AD. This work provides a comprehensive narrative of Roman history from the foundations of the republic to the reign of Emperor Alexander Severus, focusing primarily on the events during the turbulent times of Septimius Severus, Geta, Ca...

Authors: Piper, H. Beam, 1904-1964

In Ancient Civilizations

By Joseph Williams

"Time Crime" by H. Beam Piper is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The story revolves around the operations of the Paratime Police, tasked with investigating a sinister slave trade that transgresses multiple timelines. The protagonist, Kiro Soran, a guard captain, uncovers a chilling link between slaves bought at a plantation...

Authors: Brooke, L. Leslie (Leonard Leslie), 1862-1940

In Lost Cities

By Joseph Williams

"The Story of the Three Little Pigs" by L. Leslie Brooke is a classic children's tale written in the early 20th century. This illustrated story focuses on the adventures of three little pigs who venture out into the world to build their own houses and confront a menacing wolf. The book aims to impart moral lessons about hard work, resilience, and c...

Authors: Addison, Julia de Wolf, 1866-1952

In Historical Discovery

By Joseph Williams

"Arts and Crafts in the Middle Ages" by Julia de Wolf Addison is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book provides a detailed exploration of the various applied arts and craftsmanship from the medieval period, particularly focusing on the skills and techniques of artisans in gold and silver work, jewelry, tapestry, and more....

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In Archaeology

By Joseph Williams

"Tea-Cup Reading and Fortune-Telling by Tea Leaves" by a Highland Seer is a guidebook on the art of divination that likely originates from the late 19th century. This book instructs readers on the practice of reading tea leaves to predict the future, a method rooted in traditional Scottish peasant practices. It explores the rituals, symbols, and in...

Authors: Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft, 1797-1851

In Archaeology

By Joseph Williams

"The Last Man" by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley is a dystopian novel written in the early 19th century. The story explores themes of isolation, loss, and humanity's struggle for survival in a world plagued by an apocalyptic pandemic. The narrative follows the protagonist, Lionel Verney, as he grapples with his unique position in a collapsing society,...