Charles Kingsley
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My dear children, some of you have heard already of the old Greeks; and all of you, as you grow up, will hear more and more of them. Those of you who are boys will, perhaps, spend a great deal of time in reading Greek books; and the girls, though they may not learn Greek, will be sure to come across a great many stories taken from Greek history, and to see, I may say every day, things which we should not have had if it had not been for these old Greeks....
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Embarrassed by his grimy appearance in the presence of an immaculate little girl, ten-year-old Tom-an ill-treated London chimney-sweep-promptly runs away. Diving into a river, he enters a magical underwater world where he meets wee creatures of the deep, and learns about goodness, fairness, and "right and wrong." Young readers will find themselves anticipating with pleasure the frequent appearances of such enchanting characters as Mrs. Doasyouwouldbedoneby,...
4) Westward ho!
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Enormously popular when published, Westward Ho! is the saga of Elizabethan sailors from the Devonshire coast who sail off into the unknown to found an empire for their queen. Moving at a breathless pace from start to finish, the story of the sailors' adventures and conflicts with the Spanish make it an exhilarating read.
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The inspiring adventures and stirring deeds of three of the greatest heroes of mythology spring to vivid life in these pages. Charles Kingsley, author of The Water-Babies and one of the Victorian age's most brilliant storytellers, recounts for young readers the legendary feats of Perseus, Jason, and Theseus. Rash and angry in his vow to slay Medusa the Gorgon, Perseus is cunning and patient in his quest. With the help of Athené's shield and Hermes'...
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Hypatia, or New Foes with an Old Face details the fictional life of the philosopher Hypatia and tells the story of Philammon, a young monk, who becomes involved in the political and religious issues within the city of Alexandria. This fantastic book is considered to be Kingsley's greatest novel, widely read in its time and still enjoyed by discerning readers today - a must-have for any collector of Kingsley. Originally published in 1853, we proudly...
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Author and clergyman Charles Kingsley took a tour of the West Indies in 1870, producing notes to become this narrative a year later. An account of his travels, this is a fascinating and engaging look at travel in the late-nineteenth century and the way in which the English though of the people of the West Indies.
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One of his chief theological works and an engrossing read for any student of theology, Discipline and Other Sermons collects the famous clergyman's meditations on such subjects as the title sermon, discipline, as well as wisdom, prayer, the humanity of God, the Good Samaritan, humility, the kingdom of Christ, and more.
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Charles Kingsley turned his literary skills to poetry for this collection. Gathered here are his long poem "Andromeda," and poems with such evocative titles as "The Starlings," "Ode to the Northeast Wind," "The Watchman," and "The World's Age"-as well as some of Kingsley's earlier verses.
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In 1874, the Anglican socialist and advocate of "muscular Christianity" looked at England and saw that "tens of thousands...lead sedentary and unwholesome lives, stooping, asphyxiated, employing as small a fraction of their bodies as their minds." This book compiles his thoughts on improving the physical and spiritual health of the nation.
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As Queen Victoria's chaplain, Kingsley was keenly interested in the social problems of his day. This 1859 collection offers thirty-nine theological musings on a wide variety of subjects, including salvation, heroes and heroines, music, Christ's boyhood, human nature, pain, prudence, and many others.
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This 1867 collection of sermons includes "The Physician's Calling," "The Victory of Life," "The Wages of Sin," "The Shaking of the Heavens and the Earth," "The Battle of Life," "Cholera, 1866," "The Great Commandment," "The Wicked Servant," "Civilized Barbarism," and "The Meteor Shower."
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Charles Kingsley was a 19th century British novelist. Kingsley became a minister before becoming a Professor of Modern History at the University of Cambridge. Kingsley often used his writing to champion social issues. Sir Walter Raleigh (c. 1552 - 29 October 1618) was an English aristocrat, writer, poet, soldier, courtier, and explorer. He took part in the suppression of two rebellions and participated in two infamous massacres at Rathlin Island and...
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Hereward, the Last of the English is an 1866 novel by Charles Kingsley. It tells the story of Hereward, a historical Anglo-Saxon figure who led resistance against the Normans from a base in Ely surrounded by fen land. It was Kingsley's last historical novel, and was instrumental in elevating Hereward into an English folk-hero.
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"Women and Politics" by Charles Kingsley. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks...
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You are so lucky! I always wanted to be a vet! Was a recurring statement at any and every gathering, which I ever attended. Yes, I was lucky, or maybe I was a bit more determined than most. Thank goodness for a good sense of humour and a positive attitude to life, if a bit cynical. I learnt to accept with a good grace being woken for the third time many nights to see emergencies, most of which could easily have waited until daylight. I got over the...
18) The Hermits
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During the unjust and corrupt world of the Roman Empire, the Reverend Kingsley asserts, certain Christian mystics and ascetics proved that men could live in harmony and brotherhood. He illustrates this point in his 1869 collection of biographical sketches of Saints Paul, Anthony, Basil, Simeon Stylites, Severinus, Malo, Brendan, and others.
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This 1874 collection of the thoughts of the distinguished Victorian clergyman includes "The Mystery of the Cross: A Good Friday Sermon," "The Perfect Love," "The Spirit of Whitsuntide," "Prayer," "The Deaf and the Dumb," "The Fruits of the Spirit," "Confusion," "The Kingdom of God," "The Law of the Lord," "God the Teacher," and others.
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The Victorian age was a time of geological discovery. Kingsley published this introduction to the science for children in 1869. Through conversations about earthquakes, volcanoes, coral reefs, and other features, he encourages children to observe the world around them and learn how the wonders of the earth evolved.