Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 045 is a diverse and engaging collection of essays by various authors. The essays cover a wide range of topics, from personal experiences to historical events to philosophical musings. Each essay is well-written and thought-provoking, offering unique perspectives and insights.

One standout essay in the collection delves into the author's experience growing up in a multicultural household, highlighting the challenges and joys of navigating different cultural identities. Another essay explores the impact of technology on human relationships, posing thought-provoking questions about the role of technology in modern society.

Overall, Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 045 is a compelling read that offers a glimpse into the minds of diverse writers. Whether you're interested in personal stories, historical anecdotes, or philosophical reflections, this collection has something for everyone. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a thought-provoking and diverse collection of essays.

Book Description:
Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include ancient Greek thinkers--Parmenides, Demosthenes, Euclid; William Lloyd Garrison and the National Anti-Slavery Convention; 19th and 20th century philosophers, sociologists, theologians and essayists--Bertrand Russell, Walter Rauschenbusch, Kierkegaard, N.F.S. Brundtvig, Frederik Sibbern, Hans Lassen Martensen, Oscar Wilde; science and invention--sunspots, paper making, aviation; and the shipwreck adventures of Alexander Selkirk, the real Robinson Crusoe. Learning to Fly by William James Jackman was co-authored by Thomas Herbert Russell and Octave Chanute. Sibbern, Martensen, and Kierkegaard by Fredrika Bremer was translated by Mary Howitt. The Seerest of Prevost, Frederica Hauffe, by Justinus Kerner was translated by Catherine Crowe.