Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 076 is a diverse and intriguing collection of essays that covers a wide range of topics. From personal reflections on life and love to thought-provoking think pieces on society and culture, there is something for everyone in this anthology.
The pieces are well-written and engaging, offering unique perspectives and insights that will leave readers pondering long after they finish reading. The authors tackle complex issues with honesty and sensitivity, shedding light on important aspects of the human experience.
Overall, Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 076 is a captivating read that showcases the power of storytelling in its various forms. Whether you enjoy contemplative essays or informative articles, this collection has something for everyone. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a thought-provoking and enjoyable reading experience.
Book Description:
Twenty short nonfiction works chosen by the readers. "Our constitution is color-blind... the law regards man as man and takes no account of his surroundings or of his color when his civil rights...are involved." Justice Harlan's eloquent defense of equal rights for Black citizens in his 1866 dissent to Plessy v. Ferguson is one of several Vol. 076 selections which explore social issues and politics: John Adams; Gettysburg Address; Civil Rights Bill ; First Philippic of Demosthenes; Manifesto of the Humanitarian League; and Acadian Reminiscences. The multitudinal dimensions of human diversity are displayed in other selections: On Leveling from Amiel's Journal; Sufism; The Discovery of Witches; The Cruise of the Wasp; Nanook of the North; Fossil Hunting in the Permian of Texas; The Nation's Capital: What to See; Underground London; Poisons Used by Ancient Races; Genetically Engineered Crops; and Recipes for Ice Creams and Ices. Summary by Sue Anderson.