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""Lights and Shadows of Yosemite"" is a book by Katherine Ames Taylor which features a collection of favorite views of Yosemite National Park, along with a brief account of its history and legends. The book is a stunning visual journey through the park's natural...

The History of the Independent Order of Good Templars is a comprehensive account of the origins, development, and achievements of the Independent Order of Good Templars (IOGT), a fraternal organization dedicated to promoting temperance and sobriety. Written by Isaac Newton Peirce, a prominent member...

Wilhelm FriedrichThe Philosophy of History is a classic work of philosophy by German philosopher Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel. First published in 1837, the book is a comprehensive exploration of the nature of history, its meaning, and its purpose. Hegel's central thesis is that history...

Thousand Years of Yesterdays is a book written by H. Spencer Lewis, which explores the history of human civilization from ancient times to the present day. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different era of human history, starting with prehistoric...

Newtown's History And Historian Ezra Levan Johnson (1917) is a book written by Jane Eliza Johnson that provides a comprehensive account of the history of Newtown, a town located in Fairfield County, Connecticut. The book focuses on the life and work of Ezra Levan...

Antarctica: Or Two Years Amongst The Ice Of The South Pole is a book written by Otto Nordenskjold, a Swedish explorer and scientist, in 1905. The book is a detailed account of Nordenskjold's two-year expedition to Antarctica from 1901 to 1903. The book provides...

The History of Beaver Springs, Pennsylvania and Centennial Souvenir Book is a comprehensive account of the town's development and growth over the course of a century. Written by Ammon Monroe Aurand and published in 1906, the book is a valuable resource for anyone interested...

The book ""History Of The Puritans In England"" by William Hendry Stowell was published in 1878 and provides a comprehensive account of the Puritan movement in England. The author traces the origins of Puritanism, its growth and development, and its impact on English society...

The Semi-Centennial of Anesthesia is a historical book written by Massachusetts General Hospital in 1897, which commemorates the 50-year anniversary of the discovery of anesthesia, the practice of administering drugs to prevent pain during medical procedures. The book provides a comprehensive account of the...

The Robinsons And Their Kin Folk, July 1906 is a book published in 1906 by the Robinson Genealogical Society. The book is a comprehensive genealogical record of the Robinson family and their extended relatives. It includes information on the family's history, lineage, and notable...

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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...

From the esteemed New Yorker correspondent comes an incisive volume of essays and reportage that vividly illuminates Latin America's recent history. Only Alma Guillermoprieto, the most highly regarded writer on the region, could unravel the complex threads of Colombia's cocaine wars or assess the...

From the Booker-shortlisted author of Umbrella, a world-girdling collection of writings inspired by a life lived in and for literatureFrom one of the most unusual and distinctive writers working today, dubbed "the most daring and delightful novelist of his generation" by the Guardian, Will...

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An Outline History of English Literature takes a look at English literature as a whole, from the pre-Chaucerian period (500-1340 A.D.) down to the 1950s. Along the way, it profiles the great writers who have left their indelible marks on literature, such as Geoffrey...

Father Allan's Island is a novel written by Amy Murray and published in 1920. The story is set on a remote island off the coast of Scotland, where Father Allan, a young priest, is sent to minister to the small community of Catholics living...

""A History of Banking in the United States V1 (1900)"" is a comprehensive book written by John Jay Knox, an American banker and comptroller of the currency from 1872 to 1884. The book provides a detailed account of the development of banking in the...

Loreto And The Holy House: Its History Drawn From Authentic Sources is a book written by Godfrey E. Phillips and published in 1917. The book provides a comprehensive history of the Holy House of Loreto, which is believed by many to be the house...

Pioneering On The Congo V1 is a book written by W. Holman Bentley that provides a detailed account of his experiences as a Christian missionary in the Congo during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In this book, Bentley recounts his journey from...

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""Covered Bridges of the West: A History and Illustrated Guide, Washington, Oregon, California"" is a comprehensive book that explores the rich history of covered bridges in the western United States. Written by authors Adams and Kramer, the book provides an in-depth look at the...

Author: Stanislaw StrzetelskiISBN-10: 1258784076ISBN-13: 9781258784072Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/17/2013Pages: 254Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.76lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.53d

Author: Robert L. JackISBN-10: 1258520125ISBN-13: 9781258520120Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/02/2012Pages: 128Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.27d

In Two Volumes. Volume 1, From The Industrial Revolution To The First World War And Its Aftermath; Volume 2, The Socialist Struggle Against Capitalism And Totalitarianism.Author: Carl A. LandauerISBN-10: 1258168723ISBN-13: 9781258168728Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 724Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.69lbsSize: 9.25h x 7.52w x 1.45d

Carriages and Coaches: Their History and Their Evolution is a book written by Ralph Straus and first published in 1912. The book provides a comprehensive history of carriages and coaches from their earliest origins to the modern era. The author covers the development of...

Transactions of the Illinois Natural History Society is a book written by Charles Dana Wilber and first published in 1861. The book is a collection of articles and papers presented at the meetings of the Illinois Natural History Society, covering a wide range of...

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The book ""History of Plymouth, New Hampshire V1: Narrative (1906)"" by Ezra S. Stearns is a detailed account of the history of Plymouth, a town located in the state of New Hampshire in the United States. The book is divided into two volumes, with...

""History of the Town of Weston, Massachusetts, 1630-1890"" is a comprehensive account of the development and growth of the town of Weston, Massachusetts, from its early settlement in 1630 to the end of the 19th century. Written by Daniel S. Lamson and originally published...

""Church History and Modern Revelation"" is a comprehensive course of study for the Melchizedek Priesthood Quorums for the year 1949, written by Joseph Fielding Smith. The book delves into the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, exploring its origins, growth,...

Researches Into The Early History Of Mankind And The Development Of Civilization is a comprehensive study of the origins of human civilization by Edward Burnett Tylor, a prominent anthropologist of the 19th century. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which...

The Santuario Of The Madonna Di Vico is a book written by L. Melano Rossi that provides a comprehensive account of the history, architecture, and significance of the Santuario of the Madonna Di Vico. The book takes readers on a journey through the origins...

The British Israelites is a book written by Henry William J. Senior in 1885. The book explores the idea that the British people are descended from the ancient Hebrews. Senior gathers evidence from various sources including history, genealogy, philology, and heathen customs to support...

A Short History of H.M.S. Victory is a book written by William James L. Wharton in 1872. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the famous British warship, H.M.S. Victory. The book begins with a detailed description of the ship's construction...

The History Of His Own Time: Compiled From The Original Manuscripts, Of His Late Excellence Matthew Prior, is a book written by English poet and diplomat Matthew Prior in 1740. The book is a compilation of Prior's personal accounts and observations of the events...

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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...

Closely linked essays examine distinctive national patterns of industrialization.This collection of essays offers new perspectives on the Industrial Revolution as a global phenomenon. The fifteen contributors go beyond the longstanding view of industrialization as a linear process marked by discrete stages. Instead, they examine...

Author: Harry J. KerrISBN-10: 1258475049ISBN-13: 9781258475048Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/08/2012Pages: 112Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.23d

""Colonial Families of the United States of America V6"" is a historical and genealogical book written by George Norbury Mackenzie and published in 1917. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history, genealogy, and heraldic symbols of colonial families in the United States....

The History of the Variations of the Protestant Churches V1 is a book written by James Benign Bossuet and published in 1829. The book is a detailed account of the history of the Protestant churches, focusing on the variations that have occurred within these...

""Elements of United States History"" is a comprehensive textbook written by Edward Channing and first published in 1910. The book covers the history of the United States from its earliest colonial beginnings to the turn of the 20th century. The author provides detailed accounts...

The Five Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World V1 by George Rawlinson is a comprehensive historical account of the ancient Eastern world. The book delves into the history, geography, and antiquities of five powerful empires: Chaldea, Assyria, Babylon, Media, and Persia. Rawlinson provides...

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""An Account Of The History, Manners And Customs Of The Indian Nations Who Once Inhabited Pennsylvania And The Neighboring States"" is a historical book written by John Gottlieb Ernestus Heckewelder in 1819. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Native American nations that...

Author: James T. ForrestISBN-10: 1258676729ISBN-13: 9781258676728Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/20/2013Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.22lbsSize: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.07d

Author: Floyd Dewey GottwaldISBN-10: 1258562421ISBN-13: 9781258562427Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/09/2013Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.10lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.05d

Water, Oil, Sand and Sky: A History of Ward County, Texas is a comprehensive book that provides a detailed account of the history of Ward County, Texas. Written by the Texas Permian Historical Society, the book covers the period from the county's formation in...