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    • Men, Women, and Ghosts Cover
      by LovelyMay Men, Women, and Ghosts by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps is a collection of short stories blending realism with supernatural elements, exploring the lives, emotions, and inner struggles of its characters. Published in 1869, the book delves into themes of love, loss, war, and the human psyche, often with a focus on the impact of the Civil War on individuals and families. Phelps' stories are known for their psychological depth and moral complexity, as well as their daring exploration of women's roles and inner lives. With a mix of ghostly encounters and poignant human experiences, *Men, Women, and Ghosts* is celebrated for its sensitive, sometimes haunting portrayal of the spiritual and emotional dimensions of everyday life.
    • Worldly Ways and Byways Cover
      by LovelyMay Worldly Ways and Byways by Eliot Gregory is a collection of essays published in 1898 that humorously critiques social etiquette, cultural norms, and the manners of the late 19th century. Gregory offers witty commentary on topics such as American versus European manners, the superficiality of certain social customs, and the influence of wealth on society. The essays, written in a light-hearted and satirical tone, provide an insightful glimpse into the social mores of the Gilded Age, making it both a delightful and thought-provoking read on human nature and social sophistication.
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    • The Tao of Pooh Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Tao of Pooh by Ben­jamin Hoff is a charm­ing and acces­si­ble explo­ration of Taoist phi­los­o­phy through the beloved char­ac­ters of A.A. Mil­ne’s Win­nie the Pooh.By using Pooh’s sim­ple, nat­ur­al way of liv­ing as a guide, Hoff illus­trates key Taoist prin­ci­ples such as effort­less action (wu wei), sim­plic­i­ty, and liv­ing in har­mo­ny with the world.Blend­ing humor, sto­ry­telling, and wis­dom, The Tao of Pooh offers…
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