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Our Island Story was first published in 1905 and became an instant classic. Beginning with the Romans and following the triumphs and foibles of the good, not so good and the downright despicable figures of history; we are treated to a dazzling montage of kings, queens, barons, knights, explorers, movers and shakers that have played a key role in the history of England. Marshall freely mixes folk tale with historical fact and in so doing paints a very vivid picture of the past in a style reminiscent of all that is finest in the children’s story telling tradition.This is the first section of that work and will carry you from the time when Tacitus first sang the praises of Britannica to his Roman readers up to the vicious and bloodthirsty confusion that is the War of the Roses (about 1500 years). (Summary by Jim)<br /><br />Part 2 of this book may be found at <a href="http://librivox.org/our-island-story-part-2-by-he-marshall/" target="_blank">http://librivox.org/our-island-story-part-2-by-he-marshall/</a>.

Our Island Story was first published in 1905 and became an instant classic. Beginning with the Romans and following the triumphs and foibles of the good, not so good and the downright despicable figures of history; we are treated to a dazzling montage of kings, queens, barons, knights, explorers, movers and shakers that have played a key role in the history of England. Marshall freely mixes folk tale with historical fact and in so doing paints a very vivid picture of the past in a style reminiscent of all that is finest in the children’s story-telling tradition. This is the second section of that work and will carry you from the convoluted and bloody ‘Wars of the Roses’ up to the death of Queen Victoria and the resolution of the Boer War. Please be advised that this book was written in the early years of the 20th century and there will be words and phrases used then, in all innocence, that are considered politically incorrect in this age. It’s perfectly fine for children to listen to but please ensure there is someone on hand who can explain these terms in a mature fashion.(Summary by Jim)<br /><br />Part 1 of this book may be found at <a href="https://librivox.org/our-island-story-part-1-by-he-marshall/" target="_blank">https://librivox.org/our-island-story-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a>.

3This Country of Ours, Part 1

By Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall

Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall&#8217;s book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.<br /><br /> This is Part 1: Stories of Explorers and Pioneers, from Leif Ericson to Sir Walter Raleigh. Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">mainlesson.com</a>. <br /><br /> Part 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/</a><br />(Summary by Kara)

4Sinking of the Titanic and Great Sea Disasters

By Logan Marshall

This is a detailed and accurate account of the most awful marine disaster in history, constructed from the real facts as obtained from those on board who survived (gutenberg.org)

Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the book in 1881, and he spent much of the next decade at work on it.<br /><br />His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought; the first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br />This reading is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920.

Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the Principles of Economics in 1881 and he spent much of the next decade at work on the treatise. His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought; the first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Wikipedia)<br /><br />The recording is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920.

7Myths and Legends of All Nations

By Logan Marshall

This excellent book contains many great stories from the various mythologies of man throughout the ages.

Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the book in 1881, and he spent much of the next decade at work on it.<br /><br />His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought; the first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br />This reading is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920.

Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the book in 1881, and he spent much of the next decade at work on it.<br /><br />His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought; the first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br />This reading is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920.

Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the book in 1881, and he spent much of the next decade at work on it.<br /><br />His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought; the first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br />This reading is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920.

Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the Principles of Economics in 1881 and he spent much of the next decade at work on the treatise. His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought.<br /><br />The first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Wikipedia).<br /><br />This reading is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920.

Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the book in 1881, and he spent much of the next decade at work on it.<br /><br />His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought; the first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br />This reading is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920.

The brave warrior, Beowulf, comes to the aid of King Hrothgar when he hears that Grendel, a horrible monster, is terrorizing the inhabitants of Hart Hall. Beowulf heroically battles Grendel, the Water Witch, and a fierce dragon. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)

14This Country of Ours, Part 2

By Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall

Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall&#8217;s book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.<br /><br /> This is Part 2: Stories of Virginia, from chapter 13 (Captain John Smith) to chapter 21 (The Knights of the Golden Horseshoe). Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">mainlesson.com</a>. <br /><br /> Part 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a><br /> Part 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/</a><br />(Summary by Kara)

15This Country of Ours, Part 3

By Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall

Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall's book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.<br /><br /> This is Part 3: Stories of New England, from chapter 22 (The Story of the Pilgrim Fathers) to chapter 34 (The Witches of Salem). Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">mainlesson.com</a>. <br /><br /> Part 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a><br /> Part 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br> Part 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br> Part 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br> Part 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/</a><br />(Summary by Kara)

16This Country of Ours, Part 4

By Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall

Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall&#8217;s book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.<br /><br /> This is Part 4: Stories of the Middle and Southern Colonies, from chapter 35 (The Founding of Maryland) to chapter 44 (The Founding of Georgia). Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">mainlesson.com</a>.<br /><br /> Part 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a><br /> Part 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br> Part 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br> Part 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/</a><br />(Summary by Kara)

17This Country of Ours, Part 5

By Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall

Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall&#8217;s book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.<br /><br /> This is Part 5: Stories of the French in America, from chapter 45 (How the Mississippi was Discovered) to chapter 50 (The Rebellion of Pontiac). Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">http://mainlesson.com/</a> .<br /><br /> Part 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a><br /> Part 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br> Part 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br> Part 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/</a><br />(Summary by Kara)

18This Country of Ours, Part 6

By Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall

Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall&#8217;s book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.<br /><br /> This is Part 6: Stories of the Struggle for Liberty, from chapter 51 (The Boston Tea-Party) to chapter 63 (A Turning Point in the World's History). Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">http://mainlesson.com/</a>.<br /><br /> Part 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a><br /> Part 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br /> Part 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br> Part 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br> Part 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br />(Summary by Kara)

19This Country of Ours, Part 7

By Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall

Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall&#8217;s book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.<br><br> This is Part 7: Stories of the United States under the Constitution, from chapter 64 (Washington First in War, First in Peace) to chapter 99 (Wilson - The Great War). Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">mainlesson.com</a><br><br> Part 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a><br> Part 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br> Part 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br> Part 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br> Part 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br> Part 6: <a href="https://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br> Part 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/</a><br>(Summary by Kara)

20Wonder Book of Bible Stories

By Logan Marshall

It is with the desire of aiding parents and teachers in telling these stories, and aiding children to understand them, also in the hope that they may be read in many schools, that a few among the many interesting stories in the Bible have been chosen, brought together and as far as necessary simplified to meet the minds of the young. - Introduction by Jesse Lyman Hurlbut inside the book itself.

This book gives an exciting account of Napoleon's rise to power. It opens with his humble beginning on the island of Corsica and ultimately emperor of over half of Europe. This book focuses on his victorious military campaigns, his disastrous Russian campaign, his exile to the island of Elba, his final loss at Waterloo, and his last days on the lonely island of St. Helena. Summary by pjcsaville.

22Favorite Fairy Tales

By Logan Marshall

This is a collection of the fairy tales that children love best, told in simple language and lavishly illustrated. They are written by various authors, a selection of the best and most popular fairy stories, culled from many sources and here collected and presented in most attractive form, printed in large clear type, with many pictures, some of them colored. (Summary from the book)<br><br>Read along and view the illustrations at <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20748"> Project Gutenberg</a>

23Life of Washington, Volume 1

By John James Marshall

If it be true that it takes a great man to interpret the life of a great man then Bushrod Washington made no mistake in the selection of a biographer. For Marshall, under the influence of Washington, came to be nearly as great a man as the character whose life and achievement held his deepest thought for nearly a quarter of a century. . . . Marshall's sympathetic understanding of his subject, his firsthand knowledge of events with his remarkable powers of expression qualified him to produce the masterpiece that has come down to us.

24Cedric the Forester

By Bernard Gay Marshall

A rollicking juvenile adventure tale, this historical fiction book received the Newbery Honor award in 1922. Set in England during the early 1200s, the scion of a Western Marches noble family relates the many encounters and battles that he faces with the Saxon yeoman who becomes his fast friend. This yeoman, great of cross-bow skill and strategy, often saves the day, and after earning knighthood, becomes instrumental in the making of the Magna Carta. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

25Life of Washington, Volume 2

By John James Marshall

Volume 2 of The Life begins with some early biography, but moves quickly to Washington's military career as a colonel in the battles against the French in Canada until the cessation of his tenure, after which he marries and appears to settle down. But, of course he is called to lead the troops fighting in the revolution against England about which leadership the remaining of Volume 2 is dedicated to the point of the American rejection of England's Plan for Reconciliation.

26Life of Washington, Volume 3

By John James Marshall

Volume 3 of The Life continues the Revolutionary War from the incursion into Jersey in 1778 to its conclusion with the surrender of Lord Cornwallis in 1781 at Yorktown, with emphasis on the role of George Washington, Commander-in-Chief of the United States forces.

27Life of Washington, Volume 4

By John James Marshall

This fourth volume covers the final battles and the peace conditions of the war, Washington at home, Washington as first President, and the internal battles to hammer out a new and heretofore unseen government.

28Life of Washington, Volume 5

By John James Marshall

Volume five of John Marshall's biography follows Washington through his second term ending in the election of John Adams and Washington's retirement to Mount Vernon. This narrative continues the careful and intriguing analysis of the subjects of the previous volume as America navagtes with Washington's wise captaincy the complicated and sometimes violent foreign and domestic conflicts of the young, developing nation.

29English Literature for Boys and Girls

By Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall

"Has there ever been a time when no stories were told? Has there ever been a people who did not care to listen? I think not." Thus begins a journey through the history of English literature, from the early middle ages to the Victorian era. The young person will experience the most well-loved characters of all time, from Beowulf, the warrior who dares to challenge a terrifying and bloodthirsty monster, to virtuous Una of The Faerie Queene, faithful to the end. H. E. Marshall masterfully weaves selections from the stories into her own retelling, leaving the reader with a keen appreciation for the great books that have become the foundation of Western culture. - Summary by cadastra

Book of Bible stories from the Old and New Testaments, in language easy for children to understand. - Summary by Ron Altman

Love fairy tales? We all do, and here are some of our "Favorite Fairy Tales." Come join us to the land of China to hear the story of "Aladdin", hear about Jack and how he climbs to treasure in "Jack and the Beanstalk," come to the woods and eat a candy house in "Hansel and Gretel." And there are so many more to listen to! - Summary by T. Craft<br><br> Additional editing by afutterer

32Short History of Greek Philosophy

By John Marshall

History of Ancient Greek philosophy from pre-Socratics to Aristotle and on to the Sceptics and the Stoics. - Summary by Peter Tucker

Among the professors of a religious course, some do still adhere unto a legal scheme of holiness, vainly making it the reason of their peace and hope, or, at least, of their venturing to found both on Christ; and others are reconciled unto an evangelical scheme of holiness, verily making it the result of their peace and hope, as already founded on Christ, freely offered to them in the Gospel. <br> The correction which one of these sorts, and the instruction in righteousness which both of them need, may be peculiarly gained from this book: and, for these purposes, they are earnestly entreated to peruse it completely, and in the same order wherein written: so that the one sort may not, from looking first into the latter part thereof, throw it aside as Antinomian ; nor the other sort, from looking only into the former part, throw it aside as legal. <br> In fine, whereas I have scarcely ever been acquainted with any practical composure, of human product, so evangelical, in a thread more connect, and a method more exact, than this: I equally despair, that any shall reap true benefit, in a partial and confused reading; and hope, that excellent fruit shall, through the divine blessing, redound therefrom, unto such as may read it otherwise. (Summary by Adam Gib)

34Life and Letters of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Volume 1

By Mrs. Julian Marshall

Letter and excerpts of journals of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley were given to Florence Marshall by her son, Sir Percy Shelley in order to create an accurate biography of this famous writer. Although most famously known for her novel Frankenstein, she also wrote travel books, biographies, and was a political radical. - Summary by Phyllis Vincelli

35Life and Letters of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Volume 2

By Mrs. Julian Marshall

Letters and excerpts of journals of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley were given to Florence Marshall by her son, Sir Percy Shelley in order to create an accurate biography of this famous writer. Although most famously known for her novel Frankenstein, she also wrote travel books, biographies, and was a political radical. Summary by PhyllisV.

Scotland's Story: A History Of Scotland For Boys And Girls is both a history of Scotland as well as delving into some of its legends. Written with younger readers in mind, it begins with the legend of Prince Gathelus and continues through King George IV (1762 —1830). The author writes, “And here I think I must end, for Scotland has no more a story of her own – her story is Britain's story.” <br><br> Within the book we will learn of Macbeth, of Robert the Bruce, of the Stewart kings, as well as a romanticized depiction of William Wallace. - Summary by James R Hedrick