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Personal accounts and recollections of soldiers coping with body lice, poisonous gas, rats, and death in the trenches during WWI. - Summary by Jeffery Smith

Follow young Cuthbert on his adventures which lead him on a crusade to the Holy Land and back. - Summary by Sonia

Published in 1916, this is the third collection of thirteen humorous short stories about English school boys in a boarding school in the fictitious village Merivale. This book, of course, has World War I as a backdrop. Each story is told in the voice of a different boy at the school. The author wrote two other books in this series: The Human Boy (1900) and The Human Boy Again (1908). Eden Phillpotts was popular with the reading public and wrote prolifically novels, short stories, poetry, plays, and nonfiction. (David Wales)

A sweeping and revelatory new history of the age of dinosaurs, from one of our finest young scientists. ""THE ULTIMATE DINOSAUR BIOGRAPHY."" — Scientific American The dinosaurs. Sixty-six million years ago, the Earth’s most fearsome creatures vanished. Today they remain one of our planet’s...

The Garden God: A Tale of Two Boys is Forrest Reid’s tender, bracingly tragic reflection on adolescence, pantheism, Platonism, and homoerotic desire. A classic of “Uranian” literature, it tells the story of Graham Iddesleigh, a fifteen year old boy whose early childhood is spent in cloistered seclusion. He idles his time roaming his family’s idyllic country estate, fantasizing about an imagined friendship with an ancient Greek god. But all this changes when his father sends him off to boarding school. Once there, Graham soon meets the ethereal Harold Brocklehurst, a fellow schoolboy ...

The West's obsession with Vladimir Putin's KGB past often misses the biographical detail that can be captured by a single word: dvor. The word means courtyard in Russian, but to a Russian speaker, it is evocative of a whole universe. It was the space where Putin, like so many Soviet kids of his generation, grew up and learned an unforgiving, often brutal social code. Puck journalist Julia Ioffe introduces Westerners to that universe and explains why it’s critical to understanding the Russian president and what he might do next in the war against Ukraine.

Also published as "A Yankee Crusoe". A 15 year old hard working and studious farm boy finds the lure of adventure on the seas as a merchant seaman more than he can resist. This is his story. "I was born in a little town in the State of Maine, near the close of the Civil War. My boyhood life did not differ materially from that of the average farmer's son in the remote country districts of New England--except, perhaps, that I read more and thought more. Hard work on the rugged soil, two terms each year in the little yellow country schoolhouse, a day's fishing now and then filled the early years ...

Scotland's Story: A History Of Scotland For Boys And Girls is both a history of Scotland as well as delving into some of its legends. Written with younger readers in mind, it begins with the legend of Prince Gathelus and continues through King George IV (1762 —1830). The author writes, “And here I think I must end, for Scotland has no more a story of her own – her story is Britain's story.” Within the book we will learn of Macbeth, of Robert the Bruce, of the Stewart kings, as well as a romanticized depiction of William Wallace. - Summary by James R Hedrick

Mark Mathabane was weaned on devastating poverty and schooled in the cruel streets of South Africa’s most desperate ghetto, where bloody gang wars and midnight police raids were his rites of passage. Like every other child born in the hopelessness of apartheid, he learned to measure his life in days, not years. Yet Mark Mathabane, armed only with the courage of his family and a hard-won education, raised himself up from the squalor and humiliation to win a scholarship to an American university.

Join Major George Cotter as he navigates the trials of public school, the rigors of Sandhurst, and the challenges of military life in India. Beyond the battlefield, he uncovers a captivating dream world that beckons him with extraordinary adventures. Experience his journey through two realms, both filled with excitement and discovery. (Summary by Liam Neely)

The aim of this book is to give in as concise manner as possible, consistent with graphic narration and biographical completeness, the most important and interesting events in the lives of these famous rulers; together with a brief history of the various epochs in which they lived, and a description of the manners and customs of the people comprising the several nations governed by these illustrious monarchs. (Preface by The Author)

Embark on a captivating journey through Mexico as recounted in this delightful travelogue from 1890. Written in an engaging conversational style, it follows two adventurous youths alongside their guide and mentor. The preface sets the stage for a vivid exploration of the land of the Aztecs, delving into its rich history, vibrant customs, and the myriad wonders encountered throughout their expedition from one end of the country to the other. This enthralling tale not only covers their adventures in Northern and Central Mexico, Campeachey, and Yucatan, but also offers insights into the Republics...

Join two adventurous youths on their thrilling journey through the enchanting islands of the South Pacific, including the Sandwich, Marquesas, Society, Samoan, and Fijian Islands. Explore the vibrant colonies of New Zealand, New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia as they uncover the wonders and challenges of their travels. Summary by afinevoice.

Dive into the captivating world of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most significant works to survive from the Roman Empire. Spanning 37 books and over 20,000 topics, this encyclopedic masterpiece covers everything from astronomy to botany and precious stones, offering a window into the scientific understanding of nearly 2,000 years ago. This adaptation for younger audiences makes the knowledge accessible and engaging. In this third volume, explore Book V on Domestic Animals and Book VI on the Natural History of Fishes, part of a total of nine books that will inspire curiosity and ...

Join two adventurous youths and their wise guide as they embark on an exhilarating journey through the vast landscapes of the Russian Empire in this captivating travelogue first published in 1886. Titled Adventures of Two Youths in a Journey in European and Asiatic Russia, this narrative takes readers on a thrilling expedition across Siberia, along the Amoor and Volga rivers, and into the heart of Central Asia. Experience their encounters with exiles and immerse yourself in a historical overview of the empire from its inception to the present day. Part of The Boy Travellers series by Thomas W....

Embark on an exciting adventure into the world of Pliny the Elder with Boys and Girls Pliny Vol. 4! This captivating adaptation of his monumental work, The Natural History, introduces young listeners to the incredible scientific knowledge of the Roman Empire. Covering an astounding 37 books and over 20,000 topics—from the stars above to the plants below—this volume highlights Book VII, where we explore the enchanting world of birds, and Book VIII, which reveals the fascinating variety of insects. Join us as we journey through ancient wisdom, brought to life just for you! - Summary by Foon

In the First World War of 1914–1918, thousands of boys across Australia and New Zealand lied about their age, forged a parent’s signature and left to fight on the other side of the world. Though some were as young as thirteen, they soon found they could die as well as any man. Like Peter...

The Football History Boys were founded in 2013 and write about the stunning history of the beautiful game. Ben Jones and Gareth Thomas are venturing into the world of podcasts, bringing their love for football to your ears! Give us a listen and check us out on Twitter: @TFHBs. Subscribe to the podcast here! https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/thefootballhistoryboys/subscribe

When they fell in love in 1928, Rika and Waldemar could have not been more different. She was a thirty-seven-year-old Dutch-born mother, estranged from her husband. He was her immigrant boarder, not yet twenty, and a wealthy Surinamese descendant of slaves. The child they have together, brown skinned and blue eyed, brings the couple great joy yet raises some eyebrows. Until the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands explodes their promising life. What unfolds is more than the astonishing story of a love that prevailed over convention. It’s also the quest of a young boy.

Histories abound with tales of dogs unwavering loyalty, often surpassing that of friends. The character, emotions, and intelligence of animals, particularly dogs, have captivated human interest for ages—largely due to their role as our constant companions. While much has been written on this topic, I have gathered a wealth of unique and fascinating anecdotes about these devoted creatures. My goal is to enrich the existing knowledge surrounding dogs, believing that the more we understand their nature, the better we can treat them, and the deeper our compassion for them will grow. (Summary by ...