Harding Davis: 192 books

No matter how often one sets out, "for to admire, and for to see, for to behold this world so wide," he never quite gets over being surprised at the erratic manner in which "civilization" distributes itself; at the way it ignores one spot upon the earth's surface, and upon another,...

This is a compilation of the personal memoirs of Richard Harding Davis. The book spans his life from early childhood to his last days. It is a complete account of the ups and downs, the joys and strife of his life as well as how the events influenced his works and personality.

Recuperating from spiritual decay is the motif of this narrative. Rebecca Davis has created personas that realize their misplaced ambitions in life and work to bring about a change for the better. In a side plot she has also touched on the poverty and discrimination in a land where equality of men is preached and apparently every one has equal rights. Insightful!

A charming tale that is filled with emotions and depicts the ups and downs of life in a befitting manner. The characters are drawn with such precision that they seem to right out of real-life. With decisions of great magnitude that have to be made, Davis has captured the anxiety, the tribulations and finally the relief of her characters.

An engrossing account of a King who is dethroned and has to suffer humiliation. This is a unique work that motivates the reader to delve into his own personality. With deep insight into emotions and feelings this is a classic work by Davis.

This is a collection of short stories that covers a wide range of subjects. The author has subtly expressed his opinions on various subjects through characters that are beautifully drawn. An engrossing work where each tale presents a different outlook of life.

This anthology is composed of wonderful short stories. Covering themes as varied as life itself these are heart-rending accounts. Some of the stories are written in the backdrop of wars. There is a vivid portrayal of how life and its values turn upside down within moments. Captivating!