Stephen Bending 
Green Retreats [PDF ebook] 
Women, Gardens and Eighteenth-Century Culture

"The Queen’s Cadet, and Other Tales" by James Grant is a collection of historical fiction set in 19th-century Scotland, centering on the lives and adventures of military cadets and their …

Retrospect of Western Travel, Volume II by Harriet Martineau continues her exploration of 19th-century America, focusing on Western expansion and frontier life. This volume offers a rich travel …

"Roger the Bold, A Tale of the Conquest of Mexico" by F. S. Brereton is a thrilling adventure set against the backdrop of the historical conquest of Mexico. The novel follows the courageous …

"Patricia Brent, Spinster" by Herbert Jenkins is a delightful romantic comedy that satirizes social norms and expectations. The story centers on Patricia Brent, a vibrant and independent …

"Rathfelder’s Hotel" by Annie E. Bosworth is a novel set in a hotel and is aimed primarily at a children’s and family audience. The book blends elements of domestic life and social dynamics …

In "The Pardoner’s "Tale, part of Geoffrey Chaucer’s "The Canterbury Tales", a Pardoner tells a story to his fellow pilgrims. The Pardoner himself is a figure known for selling …

"Robin Hood" by Paul Creswick is a vibrant retelling of the legendary tale of Robin Hood, the iconic outlaw who became a symbol of heroism and justice in Medieval England. Set in the depths …

"The Rose and the Ring" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a satirical fairy tale that blends fantasy, humor, and social commentary in a whimsical adventure. The story unfolds in the …

"Public School Education" by Michael Mueller is a critical examination of the public education system in 19th-century America from a Catholic perspective. Mueller argues that the secular …

"The Scottish Cavalier: An Historical Romance Vol. III" concludes the epic narrative set in 17th-century Scotland, bringing resolution to the saga of the Scottish cavalier and his …