The New Atlantis

"Trial of a New Society" by Justus Ebert immerses listeners in the tumultuous events of the 1912 Bread and Roses strike in Lawrence, Massachusetts, where immigrant textile workers protested against wage cuts and unsafe conditions. This gripping account details the role of the Industrial Workers of the World in organizing the strike, the declaration of martial law, and the subsequent trial of strik...

Arthur Schopenhauer's "Basis of Morality" delves into the fundamental sources of ethical understanding, challenging the dominant views of his time, particularly those of Immanuel Kant. Submitted for a prize by the Danish Royal Society of Sciences, Schopenhauer critiques established moral theories and proposes that compassion is the essential virtue underpinning all morality. His exploration connec...

"Ethelred Preston or The Adventures of a Newcomer" by Francis J Finn SJ is a captivating tale of adventure and identity that follows the young hero, Ethelred, as he embarks on a journey to college. When he encounters a clever peddler named Packy Jarloe, the two swap places, leading to a series of humorous and serious events that ultimately reveal the challenges of deception. As Ethelred navigates...

"Four Science Fiction Novellas" by Harl Vincent presents a captivating collection of tales that explore humanity's encounters with the unknown across the cosmos. In "The Copper-Clad World," Blaine's awakening on Jupiter's moon Io sets the stage for a journey filled with intrigue, while "Creatures of Vibration" delves into the chaotic lives of space vagabonds on Saturn's Titan. Luke Fenton's quest...

A Glimpse of India is a poignant collection of extracts from the letters of Dr. Clara A. Swain, the first medical missionary to India representing the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church in America. This remarkable work offers a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of early medical missions, showcasing the profound impact of faith and service in a fore...

"Doctor Johnson: A Play" brings to life the eloquent conversations and vivid personalities surrounding the iconic figure of Dr. Samuel Johnson, primarily through his own words and those of his contemporaries. With no plot to follow, the play thrives on the richness of dialogue, showcasing the remarkable reporting skills of James Boswell, whose accounts of Johnson's life and thoughts are unparallel...

"Chinese Dragon" by Luther Newton Hayes delves into the profound significance of the dragon in Chinese culture, a symbol that has captivated minds for over four millennia. Drawing from his unique background as a native speaker born in China, Hayes offers an unparalleled perspective, enriched by fourteen years of dedicated study and extensive travel across the country. This enduring work provides v...

"New Atlantis" by Sir Francis Bacon presents a visionary ideal of a society characterized by kindness, knowledge, and civic responsibility. Written in 1623 and published in 1627, this work articulates Bacon's dreams for a utopian land where the pursuit of knowledge is paramount, exemplified through a perfect college that foreshadows modern research universities. The themes of enlightenment and the...

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