Harriet Beecher Stowe's 'The First Christmas of New England & Other Christmas Stories' showcases her talent for capturing the essence of 19th-century America through heartwarming holiday tales. Stowe's literary style is characterized by vivid descriptions, moral themes, and strong characters that resonate with readers. Set in New England, these stories provide insight into the cultural and religious traditions of the time, as well as the social issues that Stowe was passionate about, such as abolitionism and women's rights. The language is rich and detailed, transporting readers to a bygone era where Christmas was celebrated with simplicity and sincerity. Stowe's skillful storytelling and moral lessons are sure to captivate both casual readers and literary enthusiasts alike. Harriet Beecher Stowe, an influential writer and social reformer, drew inspiration from her own experiences and beliefs to craft these timeless Christmas stories. As an author who used her platform to advocate for social change, Stowe's writings remain relevant and impactful to this day. Readers interested in exploring the cultural and social landscape of 19th-century America will find 'The First Christmas of New England & Other Christmas Stories' a valuable addition to their reading list.

"An Anonymous Story without a Title" is an 1888 short story by celebrated author Anton Chekhov. In a remote 5th century monastery the monks live and toil, led by an elderly abbot. The old man likes to play the organ, write music and compose Latin verses but is famous most of all for his eloquence and fiery, inspirational monologues which leave everybody around him enchanted. Then one night a drunkard knocks the door of the gates, saying he got lost on his way and asking them to give him food and wine. After the supper, instead of thanks, he rather shames the monks for spending their lives away, while the townsfolk keep on drowning themselves in debauchery and vice. The guest's speech sounds offensive, but the abbot sees the point and suggests that he makes a trip to the town himself. The monks wait for the old man for three months. And when he returns, he has a story to tell about what he saw...

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Future of the American Negro" by Booker T. Washington. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

"Outland" by Mary Austin is a 20th century book that was almost lost to time. Through the valiant efforts of literary lovers, however, it was saved from being forgotten and can be enjoyed by readers for years to come. Austin is a master of words and weaves a tale that will keep audiences entertained for decades to come.

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Invisible Links" by Selma Lagerlöf. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

'An Open Letter on Translating' is a work written by Martin Luther, best known among Christians as the seminal figure in the Protestant Reformation and as the namesake of Lutheranism. Here he discusses several of the word choices he made and the reasoning behind them when translating the Bible into German.

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "A Horse's Tale" by Mark Twain. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

Le Petit Chose (1868), translated into English as Little Good-For-Nothing and Little What's-His-Name (1898, Jane Minot Sedgwick), is an autobiographical memoir by French author Alphonse Daudet. The novel recounts Daudet's early years from childhood, through boarding school, and finally to Paris and his first successes as an author. It was Daudet's first published, though not first written, work.

Anne Shirley is a fictional character introduced in the 1908 novel Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery. The central character, Anne, an orphaned girl, made Montgomery famous in her lifetime and gave her an international following. The first novel was followed by a series of sequels with Anne as the central character. Table of contents: Anne of Green Gables (1908) Anne of Avonlea (1909) Anne of the Island (1915) Anne's House of Dreams (1917) Rainbow Valley (1919) Rilla of Ingleside (1921) Chronicles of Avonlea (1912) Further Chronicles of Avonlea (1920) Anne of Windy Poplars (1936) Anne of Ingleside (1939) The Story Girl (1911) The Golden Road (Sequel to The Story Girl, 1913) Kilmeny of the Orchard (1910) The Watchman and Other Poems (1916) Lucy Maud Montgomery (1874 – 1942), was a Canadian author best known for a series of novels beginning with Anne of Green Gables. Montgomery went on to publish 20 novels as well as 530 short stories, 500 poems, and 30 essays.