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John McDonald

    This author delves into the complexities of the human experience through compelling novels and screenplays. Their work often explores intricate relationships and ethical dilemmas, all while maintaining a distinctive literary voice. With a versatile range spanning dramatic scripts to stage plays, their storytelling is consistently thought-provoking and rich with insight.

    Urban America
    Nothin' but Puffins
    Curating in a Time of Ecological Crisis
    A Midsummer Night's Dream. The Graphic Novel Original Text Version
    The Message of a Master: A Classic Tale of Wealth, Wisdom, and the Secret of Success
    The Message of A Master
    • 2023

      This appears to be a short poem or verse about an old fisherman and his struggles with arthritis while navigating a boat that is in need of repair. The first line reads "auld fusherman," which is likely a Scottish dialect spelling of "old fisherman." The second line mentions "his arthritic banes," which suggests that the fisherman is elderly and suffering from arthritis, a condition that can cause pain and stiffness in the joints. The third line mentions "a craikin boat," which is likely a reference to the boat that the fisherman is using. The word "craikin" could be a variant of "creaking," suggesting that the boat is old and in need of repair. The creaking sound could also add to the overall sense of difficulty and struggle conveyed in the poem. Overall, this short verse paints a picture of an elderly fisherman who is continuing to pursue his passion despite physical challenges and the need for repairs to his boat.

      Scotch Broth
    • 2023

      Curating in a Time of Ecological Crisis reaffirms the relevance and impactful role of art, revealing how contemporary art exhibitions can capture the zeitgeist and advance new and collaborative approaches to a more sustainable inhabitation of Earth.

      Curating in a Time of Ecological Crisis
    • 2022
    • 2022

      John McDonald offers humorous tips to tourists and natives, hoping to help them better "understand" the state of Maine. This revised bicentennial edition is just as hilarious as the original.

      Down the Road a Piece: A Storyteller's Guide to Maine
    • 2020

      It is quite remarkable that the poet has discarded the obsolete or worn-out phraseology. The haiku are endowed with intense imagination, dreamy grace and subtle suggestion. All these haiku become quite charming due to 'maturity, manifested in technique, of feeling in relation to thought'.

      Jelaluddin an Jock: tanka versions of Rumi in scots
    • 2016

      Moose Memoirs and Lobster Tales

      As True as Maine Stories Ought to Be

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Humorous tales from John McDonald celebrate the quirks of life in Maine and its residents, blending laughter with poignant moments. This collection, a follow-up to his previous work, showcases his unique storytelling style, ensuring readers experience a rollercoaster of emotions—laughing until they cry and crying until they laugh. McDonald's wit and charm shine through, making this a delightful read for anyone who appreciates clever humor and relatable anecdotes.

      Moose Memoirs and Lobster Tales
    • 2012

      Focusing on notable figures in early American history, this work provides biographical sketches of General Nathaniel Massie, General Duncan McArthur, Captain William Wells, and General Simon Kenton, who were instrumental in the settlement of the western territories. It draws from Joseph Sabin's extensive bibliography to offer insights into their lives and contributions during a pivotal era of exploration and expansion. The collection features high-quality digital scans of original documents, making this historical account accessible to a broad audience.

      Biographical Sketches of General Nathaniel Massie, General Duncan McArthur, Captain William Wells, and General Simon Kenton: Who Were Early Settlers i
    • 2012
    • 2012

      The Message of A Master

      • 82 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      The following pages are the result of a series of notes collected and set down in the form of a story and a system of practice, which accounts for the style of arrangement. The sequential order as originally received has been carefully adhered to that its value to the reader might not be lessened. Read it as though it were a message directed to none but yourself. Try to reason out each proposition to your own satisfaction and to get the spirit back of the words. Then apply its teachings to fit your own individual nature and understanding. During your perusal of these pages should any ideas occur to you concerning your work or ambitions, it is well to lay the book aside for a few moments and meditate upon them. Many profitable ideas have come to readers in this way.

      The Message of A Master