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Euripides' Alcestis is a timeless Greek tragedy that explores the themes of love, sacrifice, and the fragility of life. The story centers on Alcestis, the devoted wife of Admetus, who volunteers to die in his place when no one else will. Her selfless act is a poignant portrayal of love's power and the human condition's complexities. As Alcestis fades, Admetus is torn between his gratitude and overwhelming guilt. Just as all seems lost, the arrival of the hero Heracles offers a glimmer of hope. This new translation offers a profound meditation on the value of life, the depth of marital devotion, and the ultimate cost of love.

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A two-volume history of the College of William & Mary, published in 1993 to celebrate its tercentenary, shares the history of William & Mary’s first three centuries. Volume 1 depicts the first two centuries of the College as it was founded, expanded, and its struggle to survive financial troubles, war, dwindling enrollments, poor leadership, limited community support, and competition from other Virginia colleges.

The College of William & Mary: A History is an “out of print” book originally published by the King & Queen Press at the College of William & Mary. In 2025, the W&M Press reprinted this book as a digital edition. In 2025, the W&M Press reprinted this book as a digital edition. The content of the book has not been changed, except that some text and images in the portfolio section are configured differently to better fit the new formats. In addition to an edited copyright page, the book has a new cover, and information on how to adopt the book.

A history of the first 100 years of the library at The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia.

This edition is a reprint of the original 1968 book.

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A two-volume history of the College of William & Mary, published in 1993 to celebrate its tercentenary, shares the history of William & Mary’s first three centuries. Volume 2 depicts the third century of the College through its rebuilding, expansion, and evolution into a major public institution.

The College of William & Mary: A History is an “out of print” book originally published by the King & Queen Press at the College of William & Mary. In 2025, the W&M Press reprinted this book as a digital edition. In addition to an edited copyright page, the book has a new cover, and information on how to adopt the book.

Human Geography: A Connected Approach provides an engaging and comprehensive introduction to the study of how we, as humans, are connected to one another and to the world around us. Building on the legacy of the open textbooks World Regional Geography and Introduction to Human Geography, this expanded text delves deeper into the core concepts of Human Geography, from global systems to personal choices, offering students a richer understanding of how geography shapes both past and future. With its accessible approach, this text goes beyond traditional textbooks by framing Human Geography as an evolving story that each of us is a part of, inviting reflection and curiosity along the way.