All Books

“The Anatomy of Drunkenness” is a book written by Robert Macnish, a Scottish physician, and published in 1834. The book provides a comprehensive exploration of the effects of alcohol on the human body and mind. It was one of the earliest scientific works to delve into the physiological and psychological aspects of alcohol consumption and intoxication.
Macnish’s book is divided into several chapters that discuss various aspects of drunkenness, including its causes, symptoms, and consequence… Read More

The Age of Reason by Thomas Paine grabs readers with a bold proposition: can faith be reconciled with logic and reason, or must it be confined to blind tradition? Paine, a staunch advocate for deism, launches a thorough critique of organized religion, arguing that belief in God should come from reasoned thought and observation of nature, not from ancient scriptures or church doctrines.
Read More

Edith Wharton’s The Age of Innocence is a poignant exploration of love, duty, and societal expectations in Gilded Age New York. With its rich characters and elegant prose, the novel masterfully depicts the tensions between personal desires and social conventions.
Read More

“The Age of Innocence” is a novel written by American author Edith Wharton. It was first published in 1920 and won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1921, making Wharton the first woman to receive the award.
Set in the 1870s in New York City’s high society, “The Age of Innocence” explores the themes of love, duty, and social expectations. The story follows Newland Archer, a young lawyer who is engaged to the beautiful and conventional May Welland. However, everything changes when May�… Read More

In Mark Twain’s timeless novel “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer,” readers are thrust into the lively world of a mischievous young boy named Tom Sawyer. Set in the fictional town of St. Petersburg, Missouri, along the banks of the Mississippi River, the story unfolds as Tom embarks on a series of daring escapades and thrilling adventures. From whitewashing a fence to searching for buried treasure, Tom’s exploits captivate readers and offer a glimpse into the carefree days of … Read More

Explore the iconic detective stories of Sherlock Holmes with this interactive lesson on the OLi Education platform. Delve into the key themes, characters, and literary devices that make Arthur Conan Doyle’s work a masterpiece of detective fiction. Through engaging quizzes, thought-provoking questions, and detailed character analysis, you’ll develop a deeper understanding of the text and enhance your critical thinking skills. To learn more visit: https://linktr.ee/olympusinsights
Read More

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is a collection of short stories by Arthur Conan Doyle, first published in 1892. The stories feature the detective Sherlock Holmes and his colleague Dr. John Watson, who investigates a variety of mysterious and unusual cases. Some of the most famous stories in the collection include “A Scandal in Bohemia,” “The Adventure of the Speckled Band,” and “The Adventure of Silver Blaze.”
Read More

A mischievous wooden puppet, a whirlwind of adventures, and a quest to become real—The Adventures of Pinocchio is a timeless tale of transformation, deception, and redemption. Carlo Collodi’s masterpiece captivates readers with its thrilling escapades, moral lessons, and unforgettable characters.
Read More

Mark Twain’s “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,” first published in 1884, is a cornerstone of American literature that explores themes of freedom, friendship, and moral growth through the journey of a young boy named Huck Finn. Escaping from his abusive father, Huck embarks on a raft journey down the Mississippi River, accompanied by Jim, a runaway slave seeking freedom. Their adventures and encounters with various characters reveal the social and racial injustices of the pre-Civ… Read More

“The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” is a novel written by Mark Twain, first published in 1884. It is often considered one of the greatest works of American literature and has been widely studied and celebrated for its themes, characters, and social commentary.
The story is set in the pre-Civil War era along the Mississippi River and follows the adventures of Huckleberry Finn, a young boy and the narrator of the story. Huckleberry Finn is the son of an abusive alcoholic and has been taken in… Read More

Robots will clash. Secrets will be revealed. And a boy will discover the legacy written in his circuits… and his soul.
If you love high-tech adventures, robot battles, found family, and coming-of-age stories with heart, you’ll love Billy Bolts and the Gears of Fate.
Read More

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Ethan and Joel Coen’s cinematic triumph The Big Lebowski with this ultimate guide to life from the founders of the Church of Latter-Day Dude.
Read More

“Ten Days That Shook the World” is a book written by the American journalist and socialist John Reed. It provides an eyewitness account of the October Revolution in Russia, which led to the establishment of the Soviet government.
Read More

Taylor Swift and Philosophy: Essays from the Tortured Philosophers Department is a unique exploration of the philosophical themes present in Taylor Swift’s life and music. Edited by Catherine M. Robb and Georgie Mills, this collection features twenty-seven chapters written by philosophers and scholars who are also fans of Swift. The essays delve into various philosophical questions inspired by Swift’s work, such as the ethics of reputational damage, the impacts of first impressions, … Read More

“Tarzan of the Apes” is a novel written by Edgar Rice Burroughs. It was first published in 1912 and is the first book in the series known as the “Tarzan” series. The story follows the adventures of Tarzan, a man who was raised by apes in the African jungle.
The novel begins with the shipwreck of the English couple John and Alice Clayton on the west coast of Africa. They manage to survive and build a treehouse, but are eventually killed by the savage apes. However, their infant son, John … Read More

Tappan’s Burro is a Western short story written by Zane Grey. It tells the tale of a prospector named Tappan and his loyal companion, a burro named Jenet. The story explores themes of friendship, loyalty, survival, and the deep bond between a man and his animal in the harsh environment of the American West.
Read More

The “Tao Te Ching” is a foundational text in Taoism, an ancient Chinese philosophical and religious tradition, written around 400 BC.
It is a collection of 81 short chapters, each containing poetic and philosophical verses. The text explores the concept of the Tao (Dao), which can be translated as the “Way” or the “Path.” The Tao represents the fundamental and unnameable force that underlies and unifies the universe.
Read More

The “Tao Te Ching” is a foundational text in Taoism, an ancient Chinese philosophical and religious tradition, written around 400 BC.
It is a collection of 81 short chapters, each containing poetic and philosophical verses. The text explores the concept of the Tao (Dao), which can be translated as the “Way” or the “Path.” The Tao represents the fundamental and unnameable force that underlies and unifies the universe.
Read More

Tampa Bay joins Miami in representing the (alleged) Sunshine State in the Noir Series arena.
Akashic Books continues its award-winning series of original noir anthologies, launched in 2004 with Brooklyn Noir. Each book comprises all new stories, each one set in a distinct location within the geographic area of the book.
Brand-new stories by: Michael Connelly, Lori Roy, Ace Atkins, Karen Brown, Tim Dorsey, Lisa Unger, Sterling Watson, Luis Castillo, Sarah Gerard, Danny López, Ladee Hubbard, Ga… Read More

F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “Tales of the Jazz Age” captures the essence of the Roaring Twenties with a vibrant collection of short stories that explore the era’s exuberance, excess, and underlying disillusionment. Published in 1922, this anthology reflects Fitzgerald’s keen observations of the social dynamics and cultural shifts that defined the Jazz Age. Each story delves into different facets of the time, from the flamboyant lifestyles of the rich and glamorous to the … Read More

Edith Wharton delivers gripping psychological tension and sharp social observation in Tales of Men and Ghosts, a compelling collection of short stories that delve into the uncanny and the morally complex. She crafts each narrative with vivid detail and active voice, immersing readers in eerie encounters and the psychological undercurrents of upper-class life.
Read More

Stephen Wellum’s Systematic Theology, Volume One is a Trinitarian, reformational, and baptistic systematic theology committed to serious evangelical engagement with the Scriptures. Building on decades of research, Wellum formulates doctrine exegetically, covenantally, and canonically for a new generation of students, pastors, church leaders, and seasoned theologians as well. 
Read More

The most pressing question in these uncertain times may well be, How can we bring healing and protection to the Earth? It was this very question that Cynthia Jurs carried with her in 1990 as she climbed a path high in the Himalayas, to meet an “old wise man in a cave”—a venerated lama from Nepal. In response to her question, the old lama gave her a formidable assignment based on an ancient practice from Tibet: she must procure earth treasure vases made of clay and potent medicines, fil… Read More

The tragedy of gun violence is depicted in annotated illustrations that illuminate a society gone hamn; from legendary hip-hop artist Chuck D (Public Enemy, Prophets of Rage, etc.)
This book is the follow-up to STEWdio the debut trilogy on Chuck D’s Enemy Books imprint, in which he invented a new medium—the “naphic grovel”—a bound journal brimming with his observations and reflections of current events in both art and prose. Summer of Hamn is the second release on the imprint.
Read More