Do What You Can
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The Fairchilds : or, "Do what you can"
In "The Fairchilds: or, 'Do What You Can,'" Lucy Ellen Guernsey crafts a rich narrative that intertwines personal ambition and moral duty within the fabric of 19th-century American society. Through the story of the Fairchild family, Guernsey explores themes of perseverance, social responsibility, and the nuances of familial relationships in the face of societal constraints. The novel's literary style is characterized by its intricate character development and evocative descriptions, capturing the emotional landscape of its era while reflecting the broader context of social reform movements prevalent during the time. Guernsey, a progressive voice of her time, was deeply influenced by her own experiences within the educational and social movements of the late 1800s. Educated at a time when women's voices were often marginalized, she emerged as a writer who sought to imbue her works with a sense of agency for women and the importance of community engagement. "The Fairchilds" serves as both a personal reflection and a call to action, highlighting her commitment to social issues, particularly education and women's rights. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in exploring the interplay between individual agency and collective duty within a historical framework. It presents a nuanced depiction of resilience and moral integrity, making it a significant contribution to the canon of 19th-century American literature. Guernsey's insights resonate with contemporary readers, reinforcing the relevance of her themes in today's context.
Things You Can Do
Learn what you can do right now to reduce your carbon footprint with this inspiring, accessible, stunningly illustrated book based on Eduardo Garcia’s popular New York Times column. “This beautiful and practical book on the climate crisis is for people of all ages, packed with wonderful pictures, powerful stats, and sound advice.”—Mike Berners-Lee, author of There Is No Planet B Award-winning climate journalist Eduardo Garcia offers a deeply researched and user-friendly guide to the things we can do every day to fight climate change. Based on his popular New York Times column “One Thing You Can Do,” this fully illustrated book proposes simple solutions for an overwhelming problem. No lectures here—just accessible and inspiring ideas to slash emissions and waste in our daily lives, with over 350 explanatory illustrations by talented painter Sara Boccaccini Meadows. In each chapter, Garcia digs into the issue, explaining how everyday choices lead to carbon emissions, then delivers a wealth of “Things You Can Do” to make a positive impact, such as: • Eat a climate-friendly diet • Reduce food waste • Cool your home without an air conditioner • Save energy at home • Adopt zero-waste practices • Increase the fuel efficiency of your car • Buy low-carbon pet food • Hack your toilet to save water • Slash the carbon footprint of your online shopping Delivering a decisive hit of knowledge with every turn of the page, Things You Can Do is the book for people who want to know more—and do more—to save the planet.
What W. H. Auden Can Do for You
Author: Alexander McCall Smith
language: en
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Release Date: 2013-09-29
Bestselling novelist Alexander McCall Smith's charming account of how the poet W. H. Auden has helped guide his life—and how he might guide yours, too When facing a moral dilemma, Isabel Dalhousie—Edinburgh philosopher, amateur detective, and title character of a series of novels by best-selling author Alexander McCall Smith—often refers to the great twentieth-century poet W. H. Auden. This is no accident: McCall Smith has long been fascinated by Auden. Indeed, the novelist, best known for his No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series, calls the poet not only the greatest literary discovery of his life but also the best of guides on how to live. In this book, McCall Smith has written a charming personal account about what Auden has done for him—and what he just might do for you. Part self-portrait, part literary appreciation, the book tells how McCall Smith first came across the poet's work in the 1970s, while teaching law in Belfast, a violently divided city where Auden's "September 1, 1939," a poem about the outbreak of World War II, strongly resonated. McCall Smith goes on to reveal how his life has related to and been inspired by other Auden poems ever since. For example, he describes how he has found an invaluable reflection on life's transience in "As I Walked Out One Evening," while "The More Loving One" has provided an instructive meditation on unrequited love. McCall Smith shows how Auden can speak to us throughout life, suggesting how, despite difficulties and change, we can celebrate understanding, acceptance, and love for others. An enchanting story about how art can help us live, this book will appeal to McCall Smith's fans and anyone curious about Auden.