Most Popular Books by John Wood

Reprint of the original, first published in 1837.

Embark on an unforgettable journey to the stars in John Wood Campbell''s "Invaders from the Infinite," a classic of science fiction and space travel adventure. This gripping tale explores the vastness of outer space and the thrilling, often perilous, encounters with alien civilizations. A cornerstone of the science fiction genre, "Invaders from the Infinite" delves into humanity''s place in the cosmos and the potential for both wonder and conflict when worlds collide. Prepare to be captivated by a timeless story of exploration, survival, and the enduring mysteries of the universe. Experience the golden age of science fiction with this meticulously prepared print edition of a beloved classic, perfect for anyone fascinated by aliens, space exploration, and the boundless possibilities of the unknown. Discover why John Wood Campbell remains a giant in the field of science fiction. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Too often, photographic historians have given credit to the calotype for establishing our sense and standard of the photographic, when in reality it was the daguerreotype that first taught us how to see photographically, taking us beyond portraiture to a standard for scenic images that is still with us today. Here is the first study of scenic daguerreotypes from around the world and the largest assemblage of them ever to be presented in book form. Contending that L. J. M. Daguerre was at the forefront of the romantic revolution, Wood discusses Daguerre''s work in the context of John Constable, J. M. W. Turner, and Caspar David Friedrich. He also draws parallels between early landscape photography, the poetry of William Wordsworth, and William Gilpin''s notions of the picturesque, which influenced both travel and the way nineteenth-century men and women began to view the landscape around them. Wood''s selection of more than a hundred images presents the best surviving examples of the scenic daguerreotype. They include views of the Acropolis, Egypt, and China, of mountains and Alpine scenery, of Pompeii, Venice, and the temples of Rome, of the California Gold Rush and other American scenes, plus daguerreotypes from Germany, Switzerland, Sweden, Martinique, and Brazil.

The four parts of this highly accomplished collection showcase the different facets and wide breadth of John Wood''s poetic talent. Displayed here are his ability to sustain a sequence, his adeptness with lyricism and the short form, and his sensuous feeling for this life and the life of the past. In regard to the latter, Wood begins the book with his poetic account of the amazing life and adventures of the vigorous American utopianist Wilhelm Johannes Hoade. Wood''s account reads like a novel as he weaves a fictional narrative out of lyric poetry, a narrative that is finally convincing and true in spite of its obvious impossibility. The second section, "Homage to Dafydd ap Gwilym, " is a free but artistically faithful translation after some of the medieval Welsh poet''s major poems, arranged in a way to suggest in a natural/supernatural mode his remarkable character and biography. The third part is a group of finely tuned, mostly lyric poems dealing with family, friends, and intellectual concerns; the fourth is a group of contemporary and historical "revelations, " quite striking in scope and variety. All combine to form a dazzling whole.

Even today, years after they first began, people still love to watch magicians perform classic magic tricks. Readers of this illuminating volume learn about some of the oldest and most well-known magic tricks still being performed today. They investigate the magicians who perform these tricks, past and present, and even find out some of the secrets to how these illusions are done. This engaging book is packed with colorful photographs and interesting text that will keep curious readers turning the pages.

The Forgotten Truth Since the ancient period till the present day, humans have been warned that one day they would be judged for what they have done, for what they do, and for what they shall do in the future. Yet they forget it, pretend not to remember it, or even not believe in it, but the truth is that Judgment Day will surely happen as there is difference between good and evil and the one who is the Almighty Creator of this world will separate them once and for all. Growing up, reading, writing, and learning about different religions, the author has decided to write a fictional story about a young couple whose faith, love, and belief for one another and the true living God have been challenged yet having hope, alongside of other people who stand united as true holy warriors fighting against the darkness who has now overcome and ruled the world and who has his massive evil army ready. They prepare for the final battle. The author is praying and wishing that this story touches your hearts and make you wonder and consider your deeds. God bless us all. Amen.

Many children know it’s important to eat foods with vitamins to help them grow big and strong. However, there are so many vitamins that it can be difficult to know what they all do and why each one matters. This innovative volume helps young readers understand the importance of several key vitamins, including vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B12. Colorful photographs show foods in which each type of vitamin can be found, while concise text helps reinforce key nutrition lessons from elementary science curricula.

Modern medicine is such a marvel that it''s hard to imagine how deadly it was to live in the past. Sometimes it was hard to stay alive, especially in the care of an ancient doctor. Readers will learn about deadly diseases such as the many plagues that killed off millions in the Middle Ages. They''ll discover just how little people knew about the spread of illness and its prevention. Historical artwork supports the intriguing, gruesome details, and will make readers thankful they live in the modern world.