Authors: Clarke, Marcus Andrew Hislop, 1846-1881

In Productivity

By Elizabeth Stewart

"For the Term of His Natural Life" by Marcus Andrew Hislop Clarke is a novel published in 1874. Set in early colonial Australia, it follows Rufus Dawes, a young British aristocrat wrongly convicted of murder and transported to a brutal penal colony. Based on Clarke's research and visits to Port Arthur, the story depicts the harsh realities of convi...

Authors: Waugh, Edwin, 1817-1890

In Focus & Discipline

By Elizabeth Stewart

"Lancashire Sketches" by Edwin Waugh is a collection of local sketches written in the late 19th century. The work draws on the author's intimate knowledge of South Lancashire, presenting rich descriptions of local scenery, points of interest, and elements of the region's history and culture. The sketches celebrate the everyday life of the Lancashir...

Authors: Méténier, Oscar, 1859-1913

In Focus & Discipline

By Elizabeth Stewart

"Zézette : moeurs foraines" by Oscar Méténier is a novel written during the late 19th century that delves into the lives of traveling circus performers. The story centers around François Chausserouge, a struggling animal trainer, and his young daughter, Zézette, as they navigate the harsh realities of life in a traveling menagerie. The narrative pa...

Authors: Kalakaua, David, King of Hawaii, 1836-1891

In Productivity

By Elizabeth Stewart

"The Legends and Myths of Hawaii: The Fables and Folk-Lore of a Strange People" by His Hawaiian Majesty Kalakaua is a collection of legends and folk tales written in the late 19th century. The book explores the rich tapestry of Hawaiian mythology, history, and culture, illustrating the beliefs and practices of the Hawaiian people. It offers a blend...

Authors: Poincaré, Henri, 1854-1912

In Time Management

By Elizabeth Stewart

"The Foundations of Science: Science and Hypothesis, The Value of Science" by Henri Poincaré is a philosophical work published in 1904. This French mathematician and physicist explores fundamental questions about how science works, examining the interplay between intuition and logic in mathematics, and the deep connections between mathematical theo...

Authors: Mérimée, Prosper, 1803-1870

In Work Habits

By Elizabeth Stewart

"Notes d'un voyage en Corse" by Prosper Mérimée is an archaeological travelogue written in the early 19th century. It surveys Corsica’s ancient and medieval monuments, combining field observation with brief historical sketches and cautious hypotheses about their origins. Framed as a report by France’s inspector of historic monuments, it moves from ...

Authors: Allen & Morton

In Work Habits

By Elizabeth Stewart

"Allen & Morton's West-London Directory for 1867" by Allen & Morton is a historical account written during the Victorian era. This book serves as a directory, providing comprehensive information about West London, likely including addresses, businesses, and other essential details relevant to residents and visitors at the time. The directory includ...

Authors: Kurz, Isolde, 1853-1944

In Focus & Discipline

By Elizabeth Stewart

"Aus meinem Jugendland" by Isolde Kurz is a memoir written in the early 20th century. This reflective work chronicles Kurz's early memories and experiences growing up, primarily focusing on her childhood in Germany during a time of significant socio-political change. It intertwines personal anecdotes with observations about the people who influence...

Authors: Verlaine, Paul, 1844-1896

In Productivity

By Elizabeth Stewart

"Hombres (Hommes)" by Paul Verlaine is a poetry collection written between 1868 and 1891, published posthumously in 1903. The final volume in Verlaine's erotic trilogy, this work explores male homosexuality through fifteen explicit poems rooted in the poet's intimate life. Drawing particularly on his tumultuous relationship with Arthur Rimbaud two ...