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Contains the entire collection of dispatches filed by the author from the Arizona front and published by the Los Angeles times in 1886.

In this concise yet profound work, Charles Fletcher Dole lays out the key tenets of Liberal Faith, providing a framework for those seeking a non-dogmatic religious or spiritual path. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

In "The Enchanted Burro," Charles Fletcher Lummis weaves a captivating narrative that combines elements of folklore, adventure, and social commentary. Set against the backdrop of the American Southwest, the story follows a young boy and his fantastical journey with a magical burro, exploring themes of friendship, resilience, and the deep connection between humans and nature. Lummis's rich prose and vivid imagery transport readers to a land where myth meets reality, reflecting the author'Äôs passion for the landscape and culture he cherished. The book emerges amidst the growing interest in regional literature at the turn of the 20th century, elevating the nuances of Southwestern life through a child'Äôs innocent perspective. Charles Fletcher Lummis was not only an author but also an ardent advocate for the preservation of Native American cultures and an ardent explorer of the Southwest. His multifaceted career as a journalist, photographer, and historian informed his writing, particularly in the relationships he forged with Indigenous peoples and his appreciation for their storytelling traditions. Lummis'Äôs dedication to this vibrant region and its heritage culminates in a work that delights the imagination while fostering empathy and understanding. "The Enchanted Burro" is highly recommended for readers of all ages who seek a tale steeped in warmth and wonder. Lummis'Äôs ability to blend adventure with an appreciation for nature and culture ensures that his story will resonate with anyone who values connection and the fantastical. This book serves not only as a delightful read but also as a poignant reminder of the magic that exists within our relationships with animals and the world around us.

Fletcher's 1st edition of "Climate Change: What the ScienceTells Us" places strong emphasis on the peer-reviewed literature inreporting the impacts of climate change on the ocean, terrestrialecosystems, the water cycle, human communities, dangerous weatherpatterns, and potential future Earth systems. The book offersdetailed discussion of greenhouse gases, oceanic and atmosphericprocesses, Pleistocene and Holocene paleoclimate, the humanfingerprints of climate change, modeling climate, sea level rise,climate impacts on economic sectors, and dangerous weather patternsassociated with climate change. Fletcher offers the first real textbook to present the sciencesurrounding climate change at the right level for an undergraduatestudent. His polished writing style makes this an entertaining readwhile the pedagogical support and organization helps studentsbetter identify and understand key concepts, ideas and terms. Eachchapter is organized with learning objectives, student exercises,videos, scientific citations to promote further learning, andcreative thinking problems to underpin classroom discussion.

The Delight Makers (1890) is a novel by Adolph Francis Alphonse Bandelier with an introduction by Charles Fletcher Lummis. Written after nearly a decade of research spent living among the Pueblo tribes of New Mexico, The Delight Makers attempts to recreate the past through a blend of fiction and historical analysis. This unique anthropological novel, although naturally limited in scope due to Bandelier’s western worldview, is nevertheless a fascinating example of creative scholarship and a well-intentioned project by an important preservationist of America’s indigenous history. “It is a narrow valley, nowhere broader than half a mile; and from where it begins in the west to where it closes in a dark and gloomy entrance, scarcely wide enough for two men to pass abreast, in the east, its length does not exceed six miles. Its southern rim is formed by the slope of a timbered mesa, and that slope is partly overgrown by shrubbery.” Set in the beautiful landscape of New Mexico, The Delight Makers is the story of the Queres, ancestors of the modern Pueblos. Once a powerful people ruled by the secretive Koshare, or “Delight Makers,” the Queres faced opposition between local clans and eventually engaged in a catastrophic war with the Tehua tribe. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Delight Makers is a classic of American literature reimagined for modern readers.