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The History of Bread: From Prehistoric to Modern Times is a comprehensive book by John Ashton, first published in 1904. The book explores the evolution of bread-making from its earliest origins in prehistoric times to the modern era. It covers the various types of...

Europe and the Faith; ""Sine auctoritate nulla vita"", is many of the old books which have been considered important throughout the human history. They are now extremely scarce and very expensive antique. So that this work is never forgotten we republish these books in...

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The First American. Frontiersman and backwoods attorney. Teller of bawdy tales and a spellbinding orator. A champion of liberty some called a would-be tyrant. Savior of the Union and the Great Emancipator. All these are Abraham Lincoln -- in his time America's most admired...

""Six Months At The World's Fair"" is a travelogue written by Mrs. Mark Stevens in 1895. The book provides a detailed account of her six-month stay at the World's Columbian Exposition, also known as the Chicago World's Fair, which was held in Chicago in...

Anton Bruckner (1905) is a book written by Rudolf Louis that provides a comprehensive exploration of the life and works of the Austrian composer Anton Bruckner. The book delves into Bruckner's early life, his musical education, and his rise to fame as a composer...

The Israel Of The Alps: A History Of The Persecutions Of The Waldenses is a comprehensive historical account of the persecution of the Waldensian people, a Christian movement that originated in the 12th century in the French Alps. The book is written by Alexis...

The Masterpieces and the History of Literature: Analysis, Criticism, Character and Incident by Julian Hawthorne is a comprehensive guide to understanding and appreciating some of the greatest works of literature throughout history. The book provides detailed analysis and criticism of a wide range of...

""A History Of The Seymour Family: Descendants Of Richard Seymour Of Hartford, Connecticut, For Six Generations"" is a comprehensive genealogical account of the Seymour family, tracing their lineage from the arrival of Richard Seymour in Hartford, Connecticut in the mid-17th century, through six generations...

""A History of Luminescence from the Earliest Times until 1900"" by Edmund Newton Harvey is a comprehensive book that explores the history of luminescence, the emission of light from a substance without the presence of heat. The book covers the earliest observations of luminescence...

Author: George Edward PakeISBN-10: 1258381338ISBN-13: 9781258381332Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/09/2012Pages: 220Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.66lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.46d

Author: David Duncan WallaceISBN-10: 1258182270ISBN-13: 9781258182274Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 310Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.92lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.65d

Signers of the Mayflower Compact is a historical non-fiction book written by Annie Arnoux Haxtun in 1896. The book provides a detailed account of the 41 men who signed the Mayflower Compact, a document signed on November 11, 1620, by the Pilgrims who arrived...

The Atlas of Ancient History, written by William Robert Shepherd and published in 1913, is a comprehensive guide to the history of ancient civilizations. The book includes detailed maps and illustrations that depict the political, cultural, and economic developments of various ancient empires, from...

""A History of Maryland: From Its Settlement in 1634 to the Year 1848"" is a comprehensive account of the early colonial history of Maryland. Written by James McSherry and published in 1852, the book delves into the origins of Maryland, its founding by Lord...

""History of the Woodcock Family: From 1692 to September 1, 1912"" is a genealogical book written by William Lee Woodcock. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Woodcock family's history, tracing their lineage from the year 1692 up until the early 20th century....

The History Of A Noble And Wailzeand Squire, William Meldrum (1594) is a book written by David Lyndesay. The book is a historical account of the life of William Meldrum, a noble and valiant squire who lived during the 16th century. The book provides...

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Christologia, Or A Metrical Paraphrase On The History Of Our Lord And Savior Jesus Christ is a book written by Elisha Coles Jr. and published in 1671. The book is a poetic retelling of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, from his birth...

""History of the Indians of North and South America"" is a book written by Samuel G. Goodrich in 1844. The book provides a comprehensive account of the indigenous people of the Americas, covering their history, culture, and way of life. It explores the various...

The History Of The Oberlin-Wellington Rescue (1859) is a historical account written by Jacob R. Shipherd that details the events surrounding the Oberlin-Wellington Rescue, a significant event in the history of the abolitionist movement. The book provides a detailed narrative of the rescue of...

""History Of San Bernardino Valley From The Padres To The Pioneers, 1810-1851"" is a comprehensive historical account of the San Bernardino Valley in California, USA, from the time of the Spanish missionaries to the arrival of American pioneers. The book is authored by Father...

The book ""History of the MacDonalds and Lords of the Isles: With Genealogies of the Principal Families of the Name"" by Alexander MacKenzie is a comprehensive account of the MacDonald clan and their role in the history of Scotland. The MacDonalds were one of...

""The History of the Royal Society"" is a book written by Thomas Sprat that chronicles the origins and development of the Royal Society, a prestigious scientific organization founded in London in 1660. The book provides a detailed account of the Society's early meetings, its...

The Hebrew Language: Its History And Characteristics (1867) is a book written by Henry Craik that provides a comprehensive overview of the Hebrew language. The book covers the history of the Hebrew language, including its origin and development over the centuries. It also delves...

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""Daturas of the Old World and New"" is a book written by William Edwin Safford in 1922. The book provides a detailed account of the narcotic properties of datura plants and their use in oracular and initiatory ceremonies. Datura is a genus of flowering...

The Study Of Idylls Of The King: Critical Notes, References, And Topics For Study is a book written by Hannah Amelia Davidson and published in 1907. The book is a comprehensive guide to the famous work of Tennyson, Idylls of the King. It provides...

The Kings of Judah and Israel: Or The History of the Jews is a book published in 1837 by the Religious Tract Society. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Jewish people, specifically focusing on the reigns of the kings...

Lloyd's Yesterday and Today is a historical book written by Henry M. Grey in 1893. The book provides an in-depth look at the history of Lloyd's of London, one of the world's most renowned insurance markets. It covers the origins of Lloyd's, its growth...

""A History of the Castle Family: From 1635 to 1900"" is a book written by William Wallace Ingraham and published in 1903. The book is a detailed account of the Castle family, tracing their lineage from their earliest known ancestor in 1635 up until...

The Yonkers Carnegie Library was commonly held to be the most beautiful building in the city. No one seemed to know for sure why it was destroyed. The circumstances that led to the death of the library are steeped in half-truths, incredible lies, and...

Representing over four decades of work, this monograph by historian Mark H. Haller includes his work on organized crime in Chicago, particularly the origins of John Landesco's now classic work titled Organized Crime in Chicago (1929), written for the Illinois Crime Survey. Essays on...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

This is not a book of documents, snippets or worthy speeches. Instead it presents the original essays and the moments of insight that told us what Australia is and could be. These are the essential statements - from historians, reporters, novelists, mavericks and visionaries...

The stories, or essays, or perhaps poems in disguise, collected here are somewhat whimsical. They emerged from simple questions: What is Zen? Who was Confucius? What was it like to be a kid in Japan 10,000 years ago, or 1000, or 500? How did...

A History Of The Picts Or Romano-British Wall, And Of The Roman Stations And Vallum is a book written by Richard Abbatt in 1849. The book provides a detailed history of the Picts, a group of people who lived in what is now Scotland...

Personal essays on the natural history of the Stanley Creek area of Gaston County, North Carolina.Author: Richard RankinISBN-10: 1502458527ISBN-13: 9781502458520Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/24/2014Pages: 144Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.34lbsSize: 7.99h x 5.24w x 0.31d

The History Of The Governors Of Egypt is a historical book written by Al-Kindi, also known as Abu Umar Muhammad Ibn Yusuf. The book provides a detailed account of the governors of Egypt from the time of the Islamic conquest until the end of...

We Who Are About To Die: Prison As Seen By A Condemned Man is a non-fiction book written by David Lamson, who was sentenced to death for the murder of his wife in 1933. The book is a firsthand account of Lamson's experiences in...

The book ""Essay On Roosevelt's Second Inaugural Address"" by Percy Crosby is a critical analysis of the speech delivered by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on January 20, 1937, upon his re-election for a second term. The author examines the themes, language, and rhetorical devices...

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On The Early History Of The Doctrine Of The Holy Spirit: With Especial Reference To The Controversies Of The Fourth Century is a scholarly work by Henry Barclay Swete, published in 1873. The book explores the early history of the Christian doctrine of the...

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Additional Editor Is W. Eugene Stern. Contributors Include William J. Atkinson, Kenneth M. Browne, John V. Crawford And Many Others.Author: Arthur Earl WalkerISBN-10: 1258757885ISBN-13: 9781258757885Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/15/2013Pages: 596Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.73lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.21d

Author: Willard E. YagerISBN-10: 1258590670ISBN-13: 9781258590673Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/23/2013Pages: 220Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.66lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.46d

Superstition's Gold is a thrilling and captivating book that delves into the mysterious history of hidden treasure in Superstition Mountain, Arizona. Written by Oren Arnold, the book explores the legend of the Lost Dutchman Mine, a fabled gold mine that has been sought after...

A History of Rusk County, Texas is a comprehensive book written by Dorman H. Winfrey, detailing the history of Rusk County, Texas, from its earliest days to modern times. The book covers the county's founding, the role it played in the Civil War, its...

Zebulon Vance: Tarheel Spokesman is a biography written by Franklin Ray Shirley that chronicles the life of Zebulon Baird Vance, a prominent political figure in North Carolina during the 19th century. Born in Buncombe County, North Carolina in 1830, Vance grew up to become...