Focusing on the life of a pioneering figure, this biographical sketch highlights Annie Besant's journey as a British socialist, theosophist, and advocate for women's rights. It details her early life, transformation through Theosophy, and active role in the Indian National Congress, emphasizing her commitment to social justice and human rights. The narrative also addresses the controversies in her personal life, including her divorce and views on birth control, showcasing her as a forward-thinking woman who significantly impacted her time.
W. T. Stead Books
William Thomas Stead was an English newspaper editor who, as a pioneer of investigative journalism, became a controversial figure of the Victorian era. Stead's journalistic campaigns demonstrated the press's power to shape public opinion and government policy, advocating for 'government by journalism.' His approach laid the groundwork for modern British tabloids. He was also noted for his impactful reporting on child welfare, social legislation, and criminal code reform.






The narrative centers on W. T. Stead, a journalist who perished in the Titanic disaster while en route to a peace congress. His daughter, Estelle, a spiritualist, sought to connect with him through a medium, Pardoe Woodman, who had predicted the tragedy. The resulting work, published a decade later, presents Stead's insights on his death and the afterlife, conveyed through automatic writing. This exploration of communication beyond the grave intertwines themes of loss, spirituality, and the quest for understanding in the face of tragedy.
Tripoli and the Treaties; or, Britain's Duty in This War
- 136 pages
- 5 hours of reading
This book by celebrated journalist W.T. Stead explores the motives and actions of the British government in the 1911 Tripoli War. It is a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in international relations or the role of the media in shaping public opinion.
Real Ghost Stories
- 350 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Chicago To-day: The Labour war in America
- 300 pages
- 11 hours of reading
An in-depth look at the labour war in America, focusing specifically on the city of Chicago. This book explores the struggles and conflicts facing workers at the turn of the century, and provides a detailed account of the events that shaped the labour movement in the US. A fascinating read for anyone interested in American history.
The Americanization of the World; or, The Trend of the Twentieth Century
- 190 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Hymns That Have Helped
- 276 pages
- 10 hours of reading
The M.P. for Russia, Reminiscences and Correspondence of Madame Olga Novikoff
- 616 pages
- 22 hours of reading
The Blue Island
- 152 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Modern Weapons and Modern war, Being an Abridgment Of
- 462 pages
- 17 hours of reading