A fully annotated edition of Henry David Thoreau's classic work "Walden", correcting errors and omissions from earlier editions of "Walden" and providing notes on the biographical, historical, and geographical contexts of Thoreau's life.
Sketches of the author's early life in Paris in the twenties provide nostalgic reminiscences of his first marriage and the discipline of developing his own literary craft.
Describes what life was like during the Victorian period in England, discussing how England's culture, people, government, industry, arts, and literature changed during the era.
Commentaries on aspects of Shakespeare's life and works along with eleven walks that explore the towns, villages and countryside associated with Shakespeare that may have inspired some of his writings.
Contains the six autobiographies that chronicle the life and career of acclaimed author, Maya Angelou, her childhood in Arkansas and birth of her son after World War Two, her involvement with the Civil Rights movement, and the beginning of her writing career.
Yvone Lenard explores the pleasures of Southern France, describing the region's relaxed lifestyle, unusual cuisine, friendly people, and beautiful landscapes.
A chronicle of the author's first four years in Italy, describing her purchase and restoration of an abandoned villa in the Tuscan countryside, her transformation of the overgrown gardens, and her discovery of the many links between the food and culture of the region.
