Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 083 is a diverse and engaging collection of essays and articles from various authors. The topics covered in this book range from personal reflections and observations to historical events and scientific discoveries.

One of the standout pieces in this collection is an essay discussing the impact of technology on our daily lives, urging readers to consider how to maintain a healthy balance between the convenience of modern technology and the need for face-to-face human interaction.

Another noteworthy essay delves into the history of a little-known figure from the Civil Rights Movement, shedding light on the contributions of unsung heroes in the fight for equality and justice.

Overall, Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 083 offers a thought-provoking and enlightening read for anyone interested in exploring a wide array of topics in a concise and digestible format. It is sure to appeal to readers looking for a quick but meaningful literary fix.

Book Description:
“Oh, mother, I would like to know everything.” “You can never know everything, my child, but you can learn many things from books.” According to children's book author James Baldwin , book reading was the key to success in life . Several vol. 083 selections tackle the thorny questions of how to foster open-mindedness, creativity, and compassion in the child and adult: : How Five Notable Women Were Educated; Winter Talk; and the Fantastic Imagination). Even Rural Free Mail delivery, new in 1900, is seen as effecting a “social revolution.” Invention and science are celebrated in Eratosthenes; Who is Browning?; and Light House Illumination. Heroism in wartime is honored in The Death of the Lusitania and Murder at Sea; while the evils of warfare are made plain in Fort Duquesne and Fort Pitt; Bull Run; and Comanche of Custer’s Command. Rounding off the collection are the Decline of Drama; and Brendan, the search for a mythical island. Summary by Sue Anderson