Impromptu Entertainments


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My Hut


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My Hut chronicles the experiences of a YMCA secretary in France during World War One. In September 1917, William Levere sailed for France as a YMCA volunteer. Throughout the war, Levere ran a canteen for soldiers in the town of Neufchâteau, a hub of activity for the American Expeditionary Forces. He also traveled throughout the region, visiting troops along the front lines. After the Armistice, he continued his YMCA work for the U.S. Army of Occupation in Andernach, Germany. Published for the first time nearly eight decades after it was written, My Hut is Levere's own memoir of his days of service. It brings to life the overseas adventures of one American man who sought to take part in history.




The Key


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Dramatic Bibliography


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The Jolliest Term on Record A Story of School Life


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"The Jolliest Term on Record: A Story of School Life" by Angela Brazil is a delightful children's literature work that immerses readers in the lively world of a British boarding school. As a celebrated British author, Brazil masterfully crafts a narrative filled with schoolgirl adventures, friendship tales, and academic challenges. Set within the educational settings of a boarding school, the novel follows a girl protagonist through the trials and triumphs of adolescent experiences. Amidst the bustling school life narrative, readers are treated to a charming exploration of schoolgirl friendships, academic pursuits, and the joys of coming-of-age. Brazil's vivid portrayal of educational settings and relatable characters captures the essence of schoolgirl adventures and the transformative power of friendship and education. As the protagonist navigates the ups and downs of the jolliest term on record, readers are drawn into a world of laughter, camaraderie, and personal growth. With its rich exploration of friendship, loyalty, and the joys of school life, "The Jolliest Term on Record" offers readers a heartwarming glimpse into the universal themes of adolescence. Brazil's enchanting narrative and evocative descriptions make this novel a cherished addition to children's literature, inviting readers of all ages to experience the magic of school life.




Rhode Island, a Guide to the Smallest State,


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written by workers of the Federal Writers' Project of the Works progress administration for the state of Rhode Island ...




The WPA Guide to Rhode Island


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During the 1930s in the United States, the Works Progress Administration developed the Federal Writers’ Project to support writers and artists while making a national effort to document the country’s shared history and culture. The American Guide series consists of individual guides to each of the states. Little-known authors—many of whom would later become celebrated literary figures—were commissioned to write these important books. John Steinbeck, Saul Bellow, Zora Neale Hurston, and Ralph Ellison are among the more than 6,000 writers, editors, historians, and researchers who documented this celebration of local histories. Photographs, drawings, driving tours, detailed descriptions of towns, and rich cultural details exhibit each state’s unique flavor. The WPA Guide to the smallest state in the United States, Rhode Island, is by no means the shortest guide in this series. The Ocean State has a rich and extensive history which provides plenty of material to be covered. Despite a small geographic region, there is plenty of historical sites, photographs of churches and houses, and plenty of driving tours.