Mr Christian And The Bag Lady An Anthology Of Prize Winning Stories

Fifteen prize-winning short stories are contributed by Roger Vickery, Fiona Price, Elaine Fell, Peter Job, Michael Hunt, Margaret Harrison, Robyn Hukin, Trisha Dunning, Mark Hodgetts, Kurt von Trojan, Jim Kent, John Ryan, Peter Appleton, and Brennan O'Shea.

Seventeen prize-winning short stories are contributed by Peter L. Lyons, Raymond Southall, Robert Bailey, Rachel Robertson, John Clanchy, Stephen Reilly, Gordon Phipps, Amy Dunkleberger, Christine Taylor, Robyn Hukin, Wendy Dartnall, Lainie Jones, Fred Flint, Nancy Christie, Peter Endersbee, John Howard Reid, and Sally Odgers. These award-winning prose pieces range across many genres, including personal experiences, humor, science fiction, fantasy, adventure, reminiscence, satire, and romance.

This anthology includes 15 prizewinning essays and short stories by the following authors: Jennifer Antonacci, Fred McGavran, Jan Breen, Ned Condini, Laurie Gough, Rebecca Marshall-Courtois, Lissa Byers, Vicki Conte, B. Lynch Black, Kay Beth Avery, Noreen Braman, Debbie Camelin, Melissa Lassor, Craig Rondinone, and John Howard Reid.

The Harvard Classics Anthology - Complete 51 Volumes, often referred to as 'Dr. Eliot's Five Foot Shelf,' is a monumental assemblage of the quintessential works of world literature, science, and philosophy. Spanning millennia, this collection showcases an impressive diversity of literary styles - from drama to poetry, essays to foundational scientific texts. Its contents reflect not just the Western canon but also touch upon pivotal works from a global perspective, thus offering a comprehensive insight into the human thought and achievement. Highlighted within this collection are seminal pieces that have shaped our understanding of literature, philosophy, and empirical inquiry, underscoring the richness and complexity of human culture and intellect. The contributors to this anthology encompass some of the most influential figures in history, such as Plato, Shakespeare, Darwin, and Goethe, to name but a few. Each author represents a distinct voice within the tapestry of human achievement, contributing unique perspectives that have, in their ways, advanced, critiqued, or illuminated the human condition. The collection is emblematic of various historical, cultural, and literary movements, weaving together the Enlightenment's valorization of reason, the Romantic era's celebration of the individual and emotion, and the methodical, often awe-inspiring insights of the scientific revolution. It is this very confluence of diverse intellectual heritages that enriches the anthology and provides readers with a holistic understanding of human progress. The Harvard Classics Anthology is an indispensable treasure trove for readers seeking to immerse themselves in the wealth of human knowledge and creativity. This collection does not simply curate the foundational texts of the Western canon; it invites readers on an expansive journey through the landscape of human thought and culture. It is an educational odyssey that offers unparalleled depth of insight into the world's literary and philosophical heritage. By engaging with these volumes, readers are afforded a unique opportunity to dialog with the minds that have shaped our world, making it an essential addition to any personal library for both the breadth of learning it encompasses and the dialogue it fosters between the historic and contemporary human experience.

A British soldier flees to the Hebrides for reprieve from war while something else hunts for him in this historical thriller by the author of The Crossing. When Cap. John Lacroix returns home from Spain, wounded, unconscious, and alone, he believes that he has seen the worst of what men may do. It is 1809, and in England’s wars against Napoleon, the Battle of Corruna stands out as a humiliation: a once-proud army forced to retreat, civilized men reduced to senseless acts of cruelty. Slowly regaining his health, Lacroix journeys north to the misty isles of Scotland with the intent of forgetting the horrors of the war. Unbeknownst to him, however, something else has followed him back from the war—something far more dangerous than a memory . . . A New York Times Notable Book of 2019 “Miller’s writing is a source of wonder and delight.” —Hilary Mantel Praise for New We Shall Be Entirely Free “Mr. Miller strikes an impressive balance between adventure and atmosphere.” —The Wall Street Journal “Miller acutely imagines the war-scarred psychology of his characters . . . and uses the historical setting to great advantage.” —TheNew Yorker “Miller is in fine form here, mixing an unforgettable cat-and-mouse chase with a moving love story.” —Kirkus Reviews