Books tagged with Non-Fiction[74 found]
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Canoeing in the wilderness
by Henry David Thoreau
Categories: Non-Fiction » Travel
A solitary adventurer paddles through Maine’s untamed rivers and lakes, immersed in pristine forests and tranquil waters. With keen eyes, he observes wildlife, native guides, and the raw beauty of the wilderness. This reflective journey, rich with vivid details, celebrates nature’s majesty and the quiet revelations of a soul attuned to the wild’s timeless rhythm in 19th-century America.
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Nationalism
by Rabindranath Tagore
Categories: Non-Fiction » Philosophy
A powerful reflection on the forces shaping modern society, this work challenges blind patriotism and calls for a deeper unity rooted in humanity and compassion. Blending philosophy and moral vision, it urges readers to look beyond borders and build a world guided by conscience rather than conquest.
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My Reminiscences
by Rabindranath Tagore
Categories: Non-Fiction » Inspiration
Step into the intimate recollections of a young poet in 19th-century Bengal. Raised in a grand home with distant parents and loyal servants, he discovers joy in nature and verse. Journeys to the Himalayas fuel his creative fire. Merging memoir and musing, this narrative probes liberty, education, and bonds, urging you to see the art in your life's tapestry.
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California: The Land of the Sun
by Mary Austin
Categories: Non-Fiction » Science & Nature
A lyrical journey through California’s sun-drenched landscapes, from golden deserts to misty redwood forests. Vivid prose captures the state’s wild beauty, native legends, and resilient spirit of its people. Blending natural history and poetic reflection, this evocative portrait celebrates a land of dreams where sunlight shapes both heart and horizon in an untamed, radiant West.
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The Land of Little Rain
by Mary Austin
Categories: Non-Fiction » Science & Nature
In the high desert where storms are brief and distances deceive, a wanderer maps arroyos, alkali flats, and sky-pinned ranges by hoofprint and wind. She listens to Shoshone guides, miners, shepherds, and coyotes, tracing fragile waters and fierce kinships. Essays like trail markers reveal a land that withholds comfort yet offers clarity, patience, and a stern, luminous grace.
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The Mirror of the Sea
by Joseph Conrad
Categories: Non-Fiction » Philosophy
A lyrical tribute to the sea and those who sail it, blending memoir and meditation. Through vivid imagery and deep reflection, it captures the ocean’s beauty, peril, and the timeless bond between sailor and ship.
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Celebrated Travels and Travellers- Part 3
by Jules Verne
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A vivid chronicle of 19th-century explorers charting the unknown, from African jungles to polar ice. Their daring quests brave treacherous terrains and distant cultures, weaving tales of survival and discovery. This sweeping saga celebrates the bold pioneers whose relentless spirit unveiled the world’s last frontiers, redefining the boundaries of human ambition.
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Celebrated Travels and Travellers- Part 2
by Jules Verne
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A thrilling saga of 17th- and 18th-century explorers braving uncharted realms. From Arctic ice to Pacific isles, their quests for knowledge and glory unfold through perilous voyages and cultural encounters. Vivid tales of shipwrecks, mutinies, and discoveries paint a world of daring ambition, celebrating the fearless spirit that mapped the globe’s farthest reaches.
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Celebrated Travels and Travellers- Part 1
by Jules Verne
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A vibrant chronicle of history’s boldest explorers, from ancient mariners to Renaissance voyagers. Their daring journeys across uncharted seas and rugged lands unveil new worlds, from the Spice Islands to the Americas. Packed with vivid tales of shipwrecks, conquests, and cultural clashes, this sweeping saga celebrates the restless spirit of discovery that reshaped the globe.
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Bonnie Scotland and What We Owe Her
by William Elliot Griffis
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A vivid journey through Scotland’s misty highlands and ancient castles celebrates its fierce clansmen and poetic dreamers. Their ingenuity in inventions, literature, and democracy shaped global culture. This heartfelt tale of battles and village life reveals how Scotland’s resilient spirit enriches American heritage and the world.
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Sir William Johnson and the Six Nations
by William Elliot Griffis
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A powerful account of diplomacy, courage, and cultural exchange on the American frontier, following a man who navigates the complex alliances between settlers and the Six Nations. Adventure, strategy, and leadership shape a story of influence and survival in a turbulent era.
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Charles Carleton Coffin: War Correspondent, Traveller, Author, and Statesman
by William Elliot Griffis
Categories: Non-Fiction » Biography
A fearless Civil War correspondent races across battlefields, his vivid dispatches fueling Union zeal. From Gettysburg to Vicksburg, he captures war’s grit. As a globetrotting author, he chronicles distant lands, blending adventure with moral insight. Later, as a congressman, he champions reform. This portrait celebrates a life of curiosity, bridging war and peace to inspire liberty’s call.
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Historic Doubts on the Life and Reign of King Richard the Third
by Horace Walpole
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A rigorous examination of King Richard III’s life and legacy questions long-held beliefs and popular myths. Through careful analysis of evidence and historical events, it challenges traditional narratives, offering a critical and thought-provoking look at one of England’s most controversial monarchs.
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Corea: The Hermit Nation
by William Elliot Griffis
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A fascinating exploration of a once-isolated kingdom, this work unveils the history, culture, and resilience of Korea before its modern transformation. Through detailed observation and rich storytelling, it reveals a nation balancing tradition and change at the threshold of a new era.
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Eminent Literary and Scientific Men of Italy, Spain, and Portugal- Vol. 3
by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
Categories: Non-Fiction » Biography
A collection of biographies honors the brilliant minds of Italy, Spain, and Portugal, from Tasso’s poetic fervor to Calderón’s dramatic brilliance. Through tales of exile, love, and intellectual daring, it traces their lasting impact amid Renaissance courts and stormy seas. This evocative volume celebrates the spark that shaped Iberian and Italian culture, inviting exploration of timeless genius.
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Eminent Literary and Scientific Men of Italy, Spain, and Portugal- Vol. 2
by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
Categories: Non-Fiction » Biography
A collection of biographies celebrates the brilliant minds of Spain and Portugal, from Cervantes’ quixotic genius to Camões’ epic poetry. Vivid tales trace their struggles, and lasting legacies amid vibrant courts and turbulent seas. This enlightening volume unveils the creative fire and intellectual daring that shaped Iberian culture, inviting readers to explore timeless passion and bold ideas.
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History of a Six Weeks' Tour Through a Part of France Switzerland Germany and Holland
by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
Categories: Non-Fiction » Travel
A vivid travel memoir recounts a six-week journey across France, Switzerland, Germany, and Holland. Through keen observation and personal reflection, it captures landscapes, culture, and encounters, offering an intimate glimpse of Europe’s beauty and character in the early 19th century.
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George Eliot's Life as Related in Her Letters and Journals- Volume 3
by George Eliot
Categories: Non-Fiction » Biography
Through candid letters and journal entries, this volume reveals the inner world of a remarkable writer. It explores her thoughts on creativity, society, and personal struggles, offering an intimate portrait of a life devoted to literature, reflection, and the pursuit of understanding.
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Rambles in Germany and Italy in 1840, 1842, and 1843
by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
Categories: Non-Fiction » Travel
A keen observer journeys through Rhineland towns and Alpine passes to the sunlit forums of Italy, tracing art, politics, and private grief in the wake of revolution. Letters and sketches mingle with sharp portraits of salons, studios, and ruins, revealing how beauty, history, and restless modernity remake a traveler’s convictions—and the heart that carries them.
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Personal Reminiscences of Henry Irving
by Bram Stoker
Categories: Non-Fiction » Biography
Behind the curtains of the Victorian stage, a theatrical insider chronicles the rise of a magnetic actor-manager and the world around him: rehearsal-room tempers, midnight rewrites, perilous tours, and triumphs under the gaslights. Intimate and candid, it captures a company’s craft, the grind of management, and the art that turned audiences into believers.
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