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<p>David G. Wells’ “The Penguin dictionary of curious and interesting…” books are excellent and have been great source of inspiration for me.</p><p>They are now are almost 30 years old. </p><p>What new entries would you put in these books—either because they’re new after publication, or could have (should have) been included at the time? </p><p><a href="/tags/mathematics/" rel="tag">#mathematics</a> <a href="/tags/geometry/" rel="tag">#geometry</a> <a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/bookstodon/" rel="tag">#bookstodon</a> <a href="/tags/askfedi/" rel="tag">#askfedi</a></p>

The Penguin dictionary of curious and interesting numbers. Revised edition.
The cover uses green and blue text on white. The lower third of the cover has a various green numbers on a blue backgroup.

The Penguin dictionary of curious and interesting geometry (illustrated by John Sharp)
The cover is dominated by an old monochrome stock photograph of a man pulling a face and pointing at a lightbulb that has ‘v + f = e + 2’ written on it.

The Penguin book of curious and interesting puzzles.
The cover uses green text on white. The lower third of the cover has a various puzzles drawn in white outline on a blue backgroup, e.g. a cubic trefoil knot and a Chinese magic knot.

$The Penguin book of curious and interesting mathematics. The cover uses green and yellow text on white. The lower third of the cover has a various geometric figures in yellow outline on a blue background, e.g. Dudeney’s square to triangle dissection and a fractal figure.$

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<p>English painter and illustrator John Everett Millais died <a href="/tags/otd/" rel="tag">#OTD</a> in 1896.</p><p>He was one of the founders of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. He became the most famous exponent of the style, his painting Christ in the House of His Parents (1849–50) generating considerable controversy, and he produced a picture that could serve as the embodiment of the historical & naturalist focus of the group, Ophelia (1851–52).</p><p>Books about John Everett Millais at PG:<br><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/search/?query=John+Everett+Millais&submit_search=Go%21" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/search/?query=John+Everett+Millais&submit_search=Go%21"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/searc</span><span class="invisible">h/?query=John+Everett+Millais&submit_search=Go%21</span></a></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/art/" rel="tag">#art</a> <a href="/tags/painting/" rel="tag">#painting</a></p>

Ophelia (1852)
John Everett Millais

"Ophelia" (1852) by John Everett Millais is a captivating portrayal of the tragic character from Shakespeare's "Hamlet." The painting depicts Ophelia floating in a river, surrounded by flowers and lush greenery. Her face, serene and pale, contrasts with the vibrant and detailed natural setting. Millais captures the moment of her madness and impending death, her body partially submerged in the water, her hands delicately holding flowers. The meticulous attention to botanical detail and the luminous quality of the water create a hauntingly beautiful and melancholic scene, evoking a sense of loss and innocence.

The Princes in the Tower (1878)
John Everett Millais

"The Princes in the Tower" (1878) by John Everett Millais portrays the young Edward V and his brother Richard of Shrewsbury, who were famously imprisoned in the Tower of London. The painting captures the brothers' vulnerability and the foreboding atmosphere of their confinement. The boys are depicted huddled together on a bed, dressed in richly detailed clothing, with expressions of innocence and concern. The dimly lit room and the shadowy background emphasize the ominous fate that awaited them. Millais' use of light and shadow enhances the emotional intensity of the scene, highlighting the tragic historical narrative.

An Idyll of 1745. The three female artists models on the right were the sisters Lily Pettigrew [1870-1920]; Hetty Pettigrew [1867-1953] and Rose Pettigrew [1872-1905]

"An Idyll of 1745" by John Everett Millais captures a charming, serene scene with three women as the focal point. The painting features the Pettigrew sisters, Lily, Hetty, and Rose, elegantly posed on the right side. The women are depicted in period clothing, their dresses detailed and indicative of 18th-century fashion. Millais' attention to the sisters' expressions and interactions adds a sense of intimacy and connection between them. The lush, pastoral background enhances the idyllic and tranquil atmosphere, making the painting a beautiful portrayal of the elegance and grace of the era.

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<p><a href="/tags/thebolivarianrevolution/" rel="tag">#TheBolivarianRevolution</a>, a collection of writings by <a href="/tags/símonbolívar/" rel="tag">#SímonBolívar</a> with an introduction by <a href="/tags/hugochávez/" rel="tag">#HugoChávez</a>, is now available in free ebook format via <a href="/tags/versobooks/" rel="tag">#VersoBooks</a>. (NB that the posted price for the ebook is discounted to zero once it's placed in the cart. It costs nothing to set up a Verso account): </p><p><a href="https://www.versobooks.com/en-gb/products/2093-the-bolivarian-revolution" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="www.versobooks.com/en-gb/products/2093-the-bolivarian-revolution"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">www.versobooks.com/en-gb/produ</span><span class="invisible">cts/2093-the-bolivarian-revolution</span></a></p><p><a href="/tags/venezuela/" rel="tag">#Venezuela</a> <a href="/tags/latinamericanhistory/" rel="tag">#LatinAmericanHistory</a> <a href="/tags/bolívar/" rel="tag">#Bolívar</a> <a href="/tags/bolivarianrevolution/" rel="tag">#BolivarianRevolution</a> <a href="/tags/revolutions/" rel="tag">#revolutions</a> <a href="/tags/historyoftheamericas/" rel="tag">#historyOfTheAmericas</a> <a href="/tags/decolonialstruggles/" rel="tag">#decolonialStruggles</a> <a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <span class="h-card"><a href="https://fedigroups.social/@bookstodon" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>bookstodon</span></a></span></p>

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<p>📚 The Names by: Florence Knapp</p><p>It is 1987, and in the aftermath of a great storm, Cora sets out with her nine-year-old daughter to register the birth of her son. Her husband intends for her to follow a long-standing family tradition and call the baby after him. But when faced with the decision, Cora hesitates. ...</p><p><a href="https://bookblabla.com/book/the-names" rel="nofollow"><span class="invisible">https://</span>bookblabla.com/book/the-names</a></p><p><span class="h-card"><a href="https://fedigroups.social/@bookstodon" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>bookstodon</span></a></span></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/reading/" rel="tag">#reading</a> <a href="/tags/libraries/" rel="tag">#libraries</a> <a href="/tags/fiction/" rel="tag">#fiction</a> <a href="/tags/generalfiction/" rel="tag">#generalfiction</a> <a href="/tags/familylife/" rel="tag">#familylife</a> <a href="/tags/multigenerationalfiction/" rel="tag">#multigenerationalfiction</a> <a href="/tags/worldliterature/" rel="tag">#worldliterature</a></p>

It is 1987, and in the aftermath of a great storm, Cora sets out with her nine-year-old daughter to register the birth of her son. Her husband intends for her to follow a long-standing family tradition and call the baby after him. But when faced with the decision, Cora hesitates. Going against his wishes is a risk that will have consequences, but is it right for her child to inherit his name from generations of domineering men? The choice she makes in this moment will shape the course of their lives.

Seven years later, her son is Bear, a name chosen by his sister, and one that will prove as cataclysmic as the storm from which it emerged. Or he is Julian, the name his mother set her heart on, believing it will enable him to become his own person. Or he is Gordon, named after his father and raised in his cruel image - but is there still a chance to break the mould?

Powerfully moving and full of hope, this is the story of three names, three versions of a life, and the infinite possibilities that a single decision can spark. It is the story of one family, and love's endless capacity to endure, no matter what fate has in store.

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A once-in-a-generation debut from a major new talent, The Names is the story of three names, three versions of a life, and the infinite possibilities that a single decision can spark.
'I've just been blown away by the best debut novel in years... A genius idea for a book'
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'Wildly original and emotionally profound'
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<p>British writer and soldier Sapper died <a href="/tags/otd/" rel="tag">#OTD</a> in 1937.</p><p>"Sapper" was the pen name of Herman Cyril McNeile, known primarily for his popular series of adventure novels featuring the character Bulldog Drummond. He began his writing career by contributing stories to magazines and newspapers while still in the army. After the war, he adopted the pseudonym "Sapper," derived from his service in the Royal Engineers. </p><p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H._C._McNeile" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H._C._McNeile"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H._C._Mc</span><span class="invisible">Neile</span></a></p><p>H.C. McNeile at PG:<br><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/26827" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/26827"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/autho</span><span class="invisible">r/26827</span></a></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/literature/" rel="tag">#literature</a></p>

McNeile, 1930s Portrait by Howard Coster.

The 1930s portrait of Herman Cyril McNeile, better known by his pen name "Sapper," was taken by renowned photographer Howard Coster. In the portrait, McNeile is presented in a formal and composed manner, reflecting the dignified style of the era. He is typically depicted wearing a suit, possibly with a tie, indicative of his professional stature as a popular British writer. The lighting and composition are characteristic of Coster's style, focusing on the subject's facial features and expression to convey depth and character. The backdrop is minimalistic, drawing attention to McNeile's presence and his thoughtful gaze, embodying the persona of a respected and influential literary figure of his time.

First US edition cover of No Man's Land, published in the US in 1917.

The first U.S. edition cover of "No Man's Land," published in 1917, features a design typical of early 20th-century wartime literature. The cover likely displays the book's title prominently at the top, with the author's name, Sapper (H.C. McNeile), positioned below or above the title. The artwork might include a somber or dramatic depiction of a battlefield or soldiers, resonating with the themes of the Great War. The colors used are generally muted, reflecting the grim and serious nature of the content, with emphasis on earthy tones like browns, grays, or dark greens. The overall design conveys the gravity and intensity of the wartime experience depicted within the book.

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<p><a href="/tags/otd/" rel="tag">#OTD</a> in 1939.</p><p>The Wizard of Oz premieres at Grauman's Chinese Theater in Los Angeles, California.</p><p>It stars Judy Garland, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger, Bert Lahr, Jack Haley, Billie Burke and Margaret Hamilton. Noel Langley, Florence Ryerson and Edgar Allan Woolf received credit for the screenplay, while others made uncredited contributions.</p><p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wizard_of_Oz" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wizard_of_Oz"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wiza</span><span class="invisible">rd_of_Oz</span></a></p><p>The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum at PG:<br><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55" rel="nofollow"><span class="invisible">https://</span>www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55</a></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/literature/" rel="tag">#literature</a> <a href="/tags/movies/" rel="tag">#movies</a></p>

Wizard of OZ movie poster.

The movie poster for "The Wizard of Oz" (1939) is a vibrant and iconic piece of film memorabilia. The poster typically features the main characters—Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion—walking down the Yellow Brick Road towards the distant, glowing Emerald City. Dorothy, often depicted in her blue gingham dress and red ruby slippers, is at the forefront, holding Toto, her small black dog. The background showcases a fantastical landscape with bright, lush colors, underscoring the movie's transition from black and white to Technicolor. The title, "The Wizard of Oz," is prominently displayed, often in bold, stylized lettering. Additionally, the poster may include the names of the film's stars, such as Judy Garland, and the tagline emphasizing the wonder and adventure of the movie. The overall design captures the magical and timeless essence of this beloved classic.

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<p><a href="/tags/otd/" rel="tag">#OTD</a> in 1819.</p><p>The Peterloo Massacre takes place in England, inspiring Percy B. Shelley, in Italy, who, like Keats, has one of his most productive years. After hearing the news on September 5 he writes The Masque of Anarchy and sends it to a newspaper, also writing the political sonnet England in 1819, Ode to the West Wind, The Cenci: A Tragedy, in Five Acts & Julian and Maddalo and beginning his prose work A Philosophical View of Reform.</p><p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Percy_Bysshe_Shelley" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Percy_Bysshe_Shelley"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Percy_By</span><span class="invisible">sshe_Shelley</span></a></p><p><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/1529" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/1529"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/autho</span><span class="invisible">r/1529</span></a></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a></p>

Percy Bysshe Shelley, by Alfred Clint (died 1883).

The painting "Percy Bysshe Shelley" by Alfred Clint portrays the celebrated Romantic poet, Shelley. In this depiction, Shelley is likely presented in a traditional portrait style, emphasizing his delicate features and contemplative expression, characteristic of the Romantic era. He is often shown with his head tilted slightly, eyes gazing upward or into the distance, symbolizing his visionary and philosophical nature. The clothing would reflect the early 19th-century fashion, with a high-collared shirt, a cravat, and a coat.

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<p>📚 Small Boat by: Vincent Delecroix</p><p>November 2021: an inflatable dinghy carrying migrants from France to the UK capsizes in the Channel, causing the deaths of 27 people on board. How and why did it happen?</p><p>Despite receiving numerous calls for help, the French authorities wrongly told the migrants they were in British water...</p><p><a href="https://bookblabla.com/book/small-boat" rel="nofollow"><span class="invisible">https://</span>bookblabla.com/book/small-boat</a></p><p><span class="h-card"><a href="https://fedigroups.social/@bookstodon" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>bookstodon</span></a></span></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/reading/" rel="tag">#reading</a> <a href="/tags/libraries/" rel="tag">#libraries</a> <a href="/tags/fiction/" rel="tag">#fiction</a> <a href="/tags/generalfiction/" rel="tag">#generalfiction</a> <a href="/tags/literaryfiction/" rel="tag">#literaryfiction</a> <a href="/tags/worldliterature/" rel="tag">#worldliterature</a> <a href="/tags/france/" rel="tag">#france</a></p>

November 2021: an inflatable dinghy carrying migrants from France to the UK capsizes in the Channel, causing the deaths of 27 people on board. How and why did it happen?

Despite receiving numerous calls for help, the French authorities wrongly told the migrants they were in British waters and had to call the British authorities for help. By the time rescue vessels arrived on the scene, all but two of the migrants had died.

The narrator of Delecroix’s fictional account of the events is the woman who took the calls. Accused of failing in her duty, she refuses to be held more responsible than others for this disaster. Why should she be more responsible than the sea, than the war, than the crises behind these tragedies?

A shocking, moral tale of our times, Small Boat reminds us of the power of fiction to illuminate our darkest crimes.
Source: Publisher

The narrator of Delecroix’s fictional account of the events is the woman who took the calls. Accused of failing in her duty, she refuses to be held more responsible than others for this disaster. Why should she be more responsible than the sea, than the war, than the crises behind these tragedies?

A shocking, moral tale of our times, Small Boat reminds us of the power of fiction to illuminate our darkest crimes.

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<p><a href="/tags/otd/" rel="tag">#OTD</a> in 1918.</p><p>The poets Wilfred Owen and Siegfried Sassoon meet for the last time, in London, and spend what Sassoon will recall as "the whole of a hot cloudless afternoon together."</p><p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilfred_Owen#Relationship_with_Sassoon" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilfred_Owen#Relationship_with_Sassoon"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilfred_</span><span class="invisible">Owen#Relationship_with_Sassoon</span></a></p><p>Books by Wilfred Owen at PG:<br><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/517" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/517"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/autho</span><span class="invisible">r/517</span></a></p><p>Books by Siegfried Sassoon at PG:<br><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/2934" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/2934"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/autho</span><span class="invisible">r/2934</span></a></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/literature/" rel="tag">#literature</a></p>

Portrait of Wilfred Owen, found in a collection of his poems from 1920.

Owen is depicted with a serious, introspective expression, reflecting the weight of his experiences during World War I. The portrait, likely a photograph or an engraving, shows him in military uniform, which serves as a poignant reminder of his service and the subject matter of his poetry. His eyes are intense, perhaps hinting at the trauma and disillusionment that characterized his work.

Siegfried Loraine Sassoon (1886-1967), poet and novelist, platinum print, wearing military uniform with the collar badges of the Royal Welsh Fusiliers and hat, Beresford's stamp and copyright line on verso, 6 x 4½ in (15.2 x 11.5 cm).

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<p>finished reading <a href="https://eggplant.place/search?r=1&q=https://reviewdb.app/book/1BbYbJnlN9zxNIUWJzpRpH" rel="nofollow">The Lebs</a> 🌕🌕🌕🌑🌑 <br>by Michael Mohammed Ahmad.</p><p>A deeply uncomfortable portrayal of Lebanese teenage boys in western Sydney as dumb, racist, misogynistic, sex-obsessed fundamentalists. The last third was more interesting, as the protagonist struggles with the foreignness & ugliness of the White world that he has always idolised.</p><p><a href="/tags/bookreview/" rel="tag">#BookReview</a> <a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#Books</a> <a href="/tags/bookstodon/" rel="tag">#Bookstodon</a> </p><p><span class="h-card"><a href="https://aus.social/@wildwoila" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>WildWoila</span></a></span> <span class="h-card"><a href="https://wyrms.de/user/wildwoila" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>wildwoila@wyrms.de</span></a></span><br></p>

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<p>📚 The Black Wolf by: Louise Penny</p><p>Somewhere out there, in the darkness, a black wolf is feeding.</p><p>Several weeks ago, Chief Inspector Armand Gamache of the Sûreté du Québec and his team uncovered and stopped a domestic terrorist attack in Montréal, arresting the person behind it. A man they called the Black Wolf.</p><p>But their relief is s...</p><p><a href="https://bookblabla.com/book/the-black-wolf" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="bookblabla.com/book/the-black-wolf"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">bookblabla.com/book/the-black-</span><span class="invisible">wolf</span></a></p><p><span class="h-card"><a href="https://fedigroups.social/@bookstodon" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>bookstodon</span></a></span></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/reading/" rel="tag">#reading</a> <a href="/tags/libraries/" rel="tag">#libraries</a> <a href="/tags/fiction/" rel="tag">#fiction</a> <a href="/tags/mysterydetective/" rel="tag">#mysterydetective</a> <a href="/tags/traditionalfiction/" rel="tag">#traditionalfiction</a></p>

Somewhere out there, in the darkness, a black wolf is feeding.

Several weeks ago, Chief Inspector Armand Gamache of the Sûreté du Québec and his team uncovered and stopped a domestic terrorist attack in Montréal, arresting the person behind it. A man they called the Black Wolf.

But their relief is short-lived. In a sickening turn of events, Gamache has realized that plot, as horrific as it was, was just the beginning. Perhaps even a deliberate misdirection. One he fell into. Something deeper and darker, more damaging, is planned. Did he in fact arrest the Black Wolf, or are they still out there? Armand is appalled to think his mistake has allowed their conspiracy to grow, to gather supporters. To spread lies, manufacture enemies, and feed hatred and division.

Still recovering from wounds received in stopping the first attack, Armand is confined to the village of Three Pines, leading a covert investigation from there. He must be careful not to let the Black Wolf know he has recognized his mistake. In a quiet church basement, he and his senior agents Beauvoir and Lacoste, pore over what little evidence they have. Two notebooks. A few mysterious numbers on a tattered map of Québec. And a phrase repeated by the person they had called the Grey Wolf. A warning...

In a dry and parched land where there is no water.

Gamache and his small team of supporters realize that for the Black Wolf to have gotten this far, they must have powerful allies, in law enforcement, i

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<p>Book promotion: Take a chance on one of my otherworldly stories about people who risk everything for the sake of hope, trust, & cooperation. You also get heaps of humor, whimsy, sarcasm, & optimism. Sometimes gritty, but never grim.</p><p>Because I can, I've priced the ebooks at $0.99 on my website AT THIS LINK --> <a href="https://kmherkes.com/sale-bookshop" rel="nofollow"><span class="invisible">https://</span>kmherkes.com/sale-bookshop</a></p><p>Other vendors & formats at regular prices:<br><a href="https://books2read.com/kmherkes" rel="nofollow"><span class="invisible">https://</span>books2read.com/kmherkes</a></p><p><a href="/tags/fedibookshop/" rel="tag">#Fedibookshop</a><br><a href="/tags/fedifiction/" rel="tag">#Fedifiction</a><br><a href="/tags/bookstodon/" rel="tag">#bookstodon</a><br><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a><br><a href="/tags/reading/" rel="tag">#reading</a><br><a href="/tags/writing/" rel="tag">#writing</a><br><a href="/tags/sciencefiction/" rel="tag">#ScienceFiction</a><br><a href="/tags/fantasy/" rel="tag">#fantasy</a></p>

Promotional graphic for all 7 books written by K. M. Herkes. The words CHOOSE AN ADVENTURE are centered on a autumn leaf background of golds, reds nd browns, with photos of the book covers positioned around text describing various elements and genres represented; namely: hopepunk, heists, chosen family, disability rep, feisty heroines, and superpowers, science fiction, fantasy, romance, and suspense, novels and short stories.

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<p>1066 and still all that</p><p>Few humor books from 1930 still get laughs from many people now, but 1066 and All That does. W. C. Sellar and R. J. Yeatman don't just send up English history: they also satirize how history is often taught and remembered, where what really matters, whether Bad Kings or Good Things, is the story of whoever's on top. <br> <br>By John Mark Ockerbloom </p><p><a href="https://everybodyslibraries.com/2025/12/11/1066-and-still-all-that/" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="everybodyslibraries.com/2025/12/11/1066-and-still-all-that/"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">everybodyslibraries.com/2025/1</span><span class="invisible">2/11/1066-and-still-all-that/</span></a></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/publicdomaindaycountdown/" rel="tag">#publicDomainDayCountdown</a></p>

Later paperback edition of the book 1066 and All That: A Memorable History of England, Comprising All the Parts You Can Remember, Including 103 Good Things, 5 Bad Kings and 2 Genuine Date (c. late 1960s)

A late 1960s paperback cover of "1066 and All That" by W.C. Sellar & R.J. Yeatman, featuring whimsical stick-figure illustrations on a bright turquoise background. The minimalist line drawings humorously depict historical figures and scenes, perfectly capturing the book's satirical take on English history.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1066_and_All_That#/media/File:1066AndAllThat.jpg

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<p>English author and bookseller Christopher Robin Milne was born <a href="/tags/otd/" rel="tag">#OTD</a> in 1920.</p><p>He was the only child of author A. A. Milne. As a child, he was the basis of the character Christopher Robin in his father's Winnie-the-Pooh stories and in two books of poems.</p><p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Robin_Milne" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Robin_Milne"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christop</span><span class="invisible">her_Robin_Milne</span></a></p><p>Watch our video about Winnie-the-Pooh:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWZxwuam5Iw&t=155s" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWZxwuam5Iw&t=155s"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWZxwu</span><span class="invisible">am5Iw&t=155s</span></a></p><p>Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne is available at PG:<br><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67098" rel="nofollow"><span class="invisible">https://</span>www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67098</a></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/literature/" rel="tag">#literature</a></p>

A. A. Milne, with his son Christopher Robin and the original Pooh Bear, photographed in the year that Winnie-the-Pooh was first published.

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<p>Jane Austen’s ‘Pride and Prejudice’ Was Initially Rejected by a Publisher. It Later Became One of the World’s Most Beloved Novels</p><p>The British author wrote six novels, but it’s her second published book that has resonated the most in the 250 years since her birth in 1775</p><p>by Kayla Randall </p><p><a href="https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/jane-austens-pride-and-prejudice-was-initially-rejected-by-a-publisher-it-later-became-one-of-the-worlds-most-beloved-novels-180987807/?utm_source=smithsoniandaily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=editorial&lctg=93133550" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="www.smithsonianmag.com/history/jane-austens-pride-and-prejudice-was-initially-rejected-by-a-publisher-it-later-became-one-of-the-worlds-most-beloved-novels-180987807/?utm_source=smithsoniandaily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=editorial&lctg=93133550"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">www.smithsonianmag.com/history</span><span class="invisible">/jane-austens-pride-and-prejudice-was-initially-rejected-by-a-publisher-it-later-became-one-of-the-worlds-most-beloved-novels-180987807/?utm_source=smithsoniandaily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=editorial&lctg=93133550</span></a></p><p>Pride and Prejudice at PG:<br><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1342" rel="nofollow"><span class="invisible">https://</span>www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1342</a></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/literature/" rel="tag">#literature</a></p>

A card of C. E. Brock's illustrations of Jane Austen's Novel Pride and Prejudice, (some possibly touched up by his brother) - c. 1885

A collection card of delicate pen-and-ink illustrations by C.E. Brock (with possible contributions by his brother) depicting scenes from Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice," circa 1885. The vintage illustrations showcase Regency-era characters in period costume, capturing key moments from the beloved novel in Brock's characteristic refined Victorian illustrative style.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pride_and_Prejudice#/media/File:Scenes_from_Pride_and_Prejudice.png

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What's the best history book you've ever read?

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<p>Norwegian author Amalie Skram was born <a href="/tags/otd/" rel="tag">#OTD</a> in 1846.</p><p>She gave voice to a woman's point of view with her naturalist writing. Skram's most famous works include the novels "Constance Ring", "Lucie", and the four-volume series "Hellemyrsfolket", which provides a stark and realistic depiction of life in 19th-century Norway.</p><p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amalie_Skram" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amalie_Skram"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amalie_S</span><span class="invisible">kram</span></a></p><p>Books about Amalie Skram at PG:<br><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68655" rel="nofollow"><span class="invisible">https://</span>www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68655</a></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/literature/" rel="tag">#literature</a></p>

Photo portrait and signature of Amalie Skram, published 1905.

The photo portrait of Amalie Skram from 1905 depicts the Norwegian author in a formal and serious pose, reflective of her stature as a significant literary figure. She is dressed in the typical fashion of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with a high-collared blouse and a dark, modest gown. Her hair is neatly styled, parted in the middle, and pulled back, revealing her strong facial features. Skram's expression is contemplative, suggesting the depth and intensity of her literary work.

Accompanying the portrait is her signature, which is written in a clear and confident hand, indicative of her authoritative presence in the literary world. The portrait and signature together convey a sense of dignity and intellectual strength, capturing the essence of Amalie Skram as a pioneering realist writer and a prominent figure in Scandinavian literature. The publication of this portrait in 1905, the year of her death, serves as a tribute to her enduring influence and legacy.

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<p>Now Available: “On Web Development II”!:</p><p>A comprehensive ebook marking another 10 years of meiert.com, featuring 180 curated articles on web development from 2015 to 2025.</p><p><a href="https://meiert.com/blog/on-web-development-2/" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="meiert.com/blog/on-web-development-2/"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">meiert.com/blog/on-web-develop</span><span class="invisible">ment-2/</span></a></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/webdev/" rel="tag">#webdev</a> <a href="/tags/html/" rel="tag">#html</a> <a href="/tags/css/" rel="tag">#css</a> <a href="/tags/management/" rel="tag">#management</a></p>

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<p>Alexander von Humboldt: the groundbreaking naturalist who bankrupted himself to share his life’s work.</p><p>By Bienvenido León via <span class="h-card"><a href="https://flipboard.com/@ConversationUS" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>ConversationUS</span></a></span> </p><p><a href="https://theconversation.com/alexander-von-humboldt-the-groundbreaking-naturalist-who-bankrupted-himself-to-share-his-lifes-work-237279" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="theconversation.com/alexander-von-humboldt-the-groundbreaking-naturalist-who-bankrupted-himself-to-share-his-lifes-work-237279"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">theconversation.com/alexander-</span><span class="invisible">von-humboldt-the-groundbreaking-naturalist-who-bankrupted-himself-to-share-his-lifes-work-237279</span></a></p><p>Books by Alexander von Humboldt at PG:<br><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/1995" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/1995"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/autho</span><span class="invisible">r/1995</span></a></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/history/" rel="tag">#history</a> <a href="/tags/archeology/" rel="tag">#archeology</a></p>

Humboldt and his fellow scientist Aimé Bonpland near the foot of the Chimborazo volcano, painting by Friedrich Georg Weitsch (1810).

The painting "Humboldt and Bonpland at the Foot of the Chimborazo" by Friedrich Georg Weitsch (1810) depicts the famous German naturalist Alexander von Humboldt and his fellow scientist Aimé Bonpland during their expedition to South America. The scene is set against the majestic backdrop of the Chimborazo volcano in Ecuador, one of the highest peaks in the Andes.

In the painting, Humboldt and Bonpland are shown in the foreground, engaged in scientific activities. Humboldt, on the left, is depicted with a notebook in hand, documenting observations, while Bonpland, on the right, is examining a plant specimen. Both figures are dressed in early 19th-century expeditionary attire, reflecting their role as explorers and scientists.

The landscape is dominated by the imposing Chimborazo, which rises majestically in the background, its peak covered in snow. The volcano is painted with a sense of grandeur, emphasizing its significance as a natural wonder. The surrounding environment is lush and verdant, with various plants and geological features that illustrate the diverse ecosystems the explorers encountered.

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I Have No Mouth & I Must Scream: Stories by Ellison, Harlan 9781497643079| eBay

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What book(s) are you currently reading or listening to? November 11

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<p>"There are no stars so lovely as Edinburgh street-lamps..." </p><p>Happy birthday to local lad, & one of our favourite storytellers, Robert Louis Stevenson (portrait by Nerli, in the National Galleries of Scotland collection) </p><p>.</p><p>.</p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/livres/" rel="tag">#livres</a> <a href="/tags/robertlouisstevenson/" rel="tag">#RobertLouisStevenson</a> <a href="/tags/edinburgh/" rel="tag">#Edinburgh</a> <a href="/tags/edimbourg/" rel="tag">#Edimbourg</a> <a href="/tags/author/" rel="tag">#author</a> <a href="/tags/auteur/" rel="tag">#auteur</a> <a href="/tags/birthday/" rel="tag">#birthday</a> <a href="/tags/anniversaire/" rel="tag">#anniversaire</a> <a href="/tags/scottishliterature/" rel="tag">#ScottishLiterature</a> <a href="/tags/scotland/" rel="tag">#Scotland</a> <a href="/tags/ecosse/" rel="tag">#Ecosse</a> <a href="/tags/litteratureecossaise/" rel="tag">#LitteratureEcossaise</a></p>

Nerli's 1892 oil portrait of Robert Louis Stevenson, sitting relaxed, facing the viewer, in an open-necked shirt

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<p>📚 The Emperor of Gladness: Oprah's Book Club by: Ocean Vuong</p><p>The hardest thing in the world is to live only once…</p><p>One late summer evening in the post-industrial town of East Gladness, Connecticut, nineteen-year-old Hai stands on the edge of a bridge in pelting rain, ready to jump, when he hears someone shout across...</p><p><a href="https://bookblabla.com/book/the-emperor-of-gladness-oprahs-book-club" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="bookblabla.com/book/the-emperor-of-gladness-oprahs-book-club"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">bookblabla.com/book/the-empero</span><span class="invisible">r-of-gladness-oprahs-book-club</span></a></p><p><span class="h-card"><a href="https://fedigroups.social/@bookstodon" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>bookstodon</span></a></span></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/reading/" rel="tag">#reading</a> <a href="/tags/libraries/" rel="tag">#libraries</a> <a href="/tags/fiction/" rel="tag">#fiction</a> <a href="/tags/literaryfiction/" rel="tag">#literaryfiction</a> <a href="/tags/lgbtq/" rel="tag">#lgbtq</a> <a href="/tags/general/" rel="tag">#general</a></p>

The hardest thing in the world is to live only once…

One late summer evening in the post-industrial town of East Gladness, Connecticut, nineteen-year-old Hai stands on the edge of a bridge in pelting rain, ready to jump, when he hears someone shout across the river. The voice belongs to Grazina, an elderly widow succumbing to dementia, who convinces him to take another path. Bereft and out of options, he quickly becomes her caretaker. Over the course of the year, the unlikely pair develops a life-altering bond, one built on empathy, spiritual reckoning, and heartbreak, with the power to transform Hai’s relationship to himself, his family, and a community on the brink.

Following the cycles of history, memory, and time, The Emperor of Gladness shows the profound ways in which love, labor, and loneliness form the bedrock of American life. At its heart is a brave epic about what it means to exist on the fringes of society and to reckon with the wounds that haunt our collective soul. Hallmarks of Ocean Vuong’s writing—formal innovation, syntactic dexterity, and the ability to twin grit with grace through tenderness—are on full display in this story of loss, hope, and how far we would go to possess one of life’s most fleeting mercies: a second chance.

Listed in 'best books of 2025', according to the Amazon Editors.

The instant New York Times bestseller. Oprah’s Book Club Pick. A 2026 Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction finalist. A TIME Best Boo

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<p>Ebook and paperback: <a href="https://books2read.com/SheHuntsDemons" rel="nofollow"><span class="invisible">https://</span>books2read.com/SheHuntsDemons</a></p><p>She’s small and cute, but this half-demon New Yorker lives to exterminate demons, because they murdered her parents. The demonic curse preventing her from saying anything but “it’s a secret” only fuels her desire for revenge.</p><p><span class="h-card"><a href="https://fedigroups.social/@bookstodon" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>bookstodon</span></a></span><br><a href="/tags/author/" rel="tag">#author</a> <a href="/tags/indieauthor/" rel="tag">#indieauthor</a> <a href="/tags/writing/" rel="tag">#writing</a> <a href="/tags/fantasy/" rel="tag">#fantasy</a> <a href="/tags/scifi/" rel="tag">#scifi</a> <a href="/tags/sciencefiction/" rel="tag">#sciencefiction</a> <a href="/tags/sff/" rel="tag">#sff</a> <a href="/tags/sciencefantasy/" rel="tag">#sciencefantasy</a> <a href="/tags/scifi/" rel="tag">#scifi</a> <a href="/tags/actionadventure/" rel="tag">#actionadventure</a> <a href="/tags/fiction/" rel="tag">#fiction</a> <a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a></p>

(Left) The cover of She Hunts Demons, by Owen Tyme, illustrated by Ryan Johnson.

Sitting on the roof of a building in New York City is a teenage girl wearing an old, black dress, fingerless, elbow-length black gloves and a battered, black top hat, with a blue rose attached to the band. The tearing of her clothes hints that she's recently been in a fight. Her hair is short, but messy. Her eyes are blue.

In her hands is a wakizashi, a short sword of Japanese design. The tsuba, or hilt guard, is in the shape of an opening, blue rose. The blade shines blue.

The image is black and white, aside from the details in blue, hinting at film-noir influences in the art.

(Right) An image of a dog with glowing, red eyes, with the following text laid over it:

“Will we ever be safe again?”

“Your people call you traitor, as do mine. Hunted by Heaven and Hell alike, there’s nowhere we could turn for peace.”

“Will our daughter ever know peace?”

“I pray she will.”

(Bottom) https://books2read.com/SheHuntsDemons

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<p>Tutivillus Is Watching You</p><p>For medieval scribes, mistakes couldn’t be easily shrugged off, as Tutivillus, the stickler demon, was always looking over their shoulders.</p><p>By: Amelia Soth </p><p><a href="https://daily.jstor.org/tutivillus-is-watching-you/" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="daily.jstor.org/tutivillus-is-watching-you/"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">daily.jstor.org/tutivillus-is-</span><span class="invisible">watching-you/</span></a></p><p>Medieval manuscripts at PG:<br><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/subjects/search/?query=medieval+manuscripts" rel="nofollow" class="ellipsis" title="www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/subjects/search/?query=medieval+manuscripts"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/subje</span><span class="invisible">cts/search/?query=medieval+manuscripts</span></a></p><p><a href="/tags/books/" rel="tag">#books</a> <a href="/tags/old_manuscripts/" rel="tag">#old_manuscripts</a></p>

Representation of Titivillus (14th century).

The scene shows a scribe seated at a wooden desk, diligently copying a manuscript with a quill pen. He leans over an open book filled with red and black text.

Behind him, Titivillus appears as a small, dark, winged creature with a mischievous face, hairy body, and clawed hands. The demon watches him intently.

https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Titivillus.jpg

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