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The Discovery of New Worlds. E-book. Formato EPUB M.B. Synge - Ozymandias Press, 2016 -
In this new century, the story of the world was the story of Rome herself, for she ruled over nearly all the world that was known to the men of these olden times. Let us remember that we are still talking of two thousand years ago, though we have almost unconsciously glided from the era known as B.C.—that is, Before Christ—to that known as A.D., Anno Domini, the year of our Lord. It is sometimes hard to realise all that had happened before this time in the far-off ages of long ago. And yet it is all so interesting and so vastly important. It shows us how earnest work and toil raised each nation in turn to a high position, and how the acquisition of wealth or the greed of conquest brought that nation low. We must now see how Rome too,—"Golden Rome," as she was called by the poets of her day,—the Mistress of the World, fell, owing to her desire for wealth and display, indolence and luxury, and how great and terrible was her fall. While the child Christ was growing up in his quiet home in the East, Cæsar Augustus was still ruling the great Roman world, of which Rome itself was the centre. Augustus did what he could to make Rome, the capital of the whole world, worthy of her name. Like Pericles at Athens in the olden days, he built beautiful buildings and tried to make the city as famous as possible. Many races met within her gates, many languages were spoken in her streets. Eastern princes and wildly-clad Britons and Gauls, low-browed Egyptians and sunburnt Spaniards,—all might have been seen at this time in the Forum at Rome, together with the Romans and Greeks...
The Heritage of the Sioux. E-book. Formato EPUB B.M. Bower - Ozymandias Press, 2016 -
Heritage of the Sioux by B.M. Bower is a thrilling Western that explores themes of loyalty, justice, and survival in the wild and unpredictable landscapes of the American frontier. Published by Ozymandias Press, this classic novel weaves a gripping tale of conflict and courage as its characters face challenges that test the limits of their resolve. Set in the rugged terrain of the Old West, the story follows a group of cowboys and settlers whose lives are intertwined with the heritage and struggles of the Sioux. Bower masterfully portrays the tensions between tradition and change, capturing the complexities of frontier life where alliances, betrayals, and shifting loyalties create a high-stakes drama. The backdrop of open plains and untamed wilderness serves as both a setting and a reflection of the characters’ inner battles. At its core, Heritage of the Sioux is driven by its richly developed characters. From brave ranchers protecting their livelihoods to those caught in the crossfire of cultural conflict, Bower’s nuanced portraits highlight the humanity and resilience of those navigating the turbulent frontier. Their personal stories, marked by bravery, sacrifice, and determination, resonate deeply and bring the era to life with vivid realism. With its evocative narrative and compelling exploration of the trials and triumphs of frontier life, Heritage of the Sioux stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of the American West. B.M. Bower’s skillful storytelling captures the tension and beauty of a transformative time in history, making this novel an essential read for lovers of Western fiction and tales of perseverance and adventure.