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Delve into the fascinating early lives of Dante, as depicted in two biographical accounts penned by influential Florentine literary figures. Giovanni Boccaccio, a pioneering Italian poet renowned for his monumental work, The Decameron, was one of the first to employ the Italian vernacular in literature, like Dante himself. Lionardo Bruni, a respected historian and man of letters, drew inspiration from Boccaccios account but sought to correct what he saw as a misrepresentation of Dante - an over-emphasis on Beatrices influence. This collection also features insightful articles by Florentine ...

Join a young boy, aged 4 to 12, as he navigates the enchanting world of the Argentine Pampas and the bustling city of Buenos Aires. Authored by Hudson, best recognized for his work Green Mansions, this piece is especially treasured by Argentine readers for its rich depiction of South America. As an emerging naturalist, Hudson enjoyed unrestrained liberty to explore and understand his surroundings. Esteemed author Ernest Hemingway was known to appreciate Hudsons works so much so, that he even named a character in homage to him. Packed with riveting discoveries and unforgettable personalities, ...

Maximum Volume offers a glimpse into the mind, the music, and the man behind the sound of the Beatles. George Martin's working-class childhood and musical influences profoundly shaped his early career in the BBC's Classical Music department and as head of the EMI Group's Parlophone Records. Out of them flowed the genius behind his seven years producing the Beatles' incredible body of work, including such albums as Rubber Soul, Revolver, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, and Abbey Road.