Literary Collections - General

The Science of Folklore by Alexander Haggerty Krappe is a comprehensive exploration of the origins, development, and significance of folklore. The book delves into the history of folklore studies, examining the contributions of early scholars and tracing the evolution of folklore as an academic...

The History of Magic and Experimental Science V11 is a comprehensive book written by Lynn Thorndike. The book is a detailed account of the history of magic and experimental science, covering the period from the 15th century to the 17th century. The author has...

""Agave in the West Indies"" is a historical and botanical book written by William Trelease and first published in 1912. The book explores the history and cultivation of the agave plant in the West Indies, including its use in the production of alcoholic beverages...

The Christian Platonists of Alexandria is a historical book written by Charles Bigg. The book is a comprehensive study of the Christian Platonists who lived in Alexandria during the early centuries of Christianity. The author explores the philosophy and teachings of these influential thinkers,...

The book titled ""The Inquisition From Its Establishment to the Great Schism: An Introductory Study"" by A.L. Maycock is a comprehensive exploration of the history of the Inquisition from its inception to the Great Schism. The author provides a detailed account of the establishment...

Romance of the Golden Star is a novel written by George Griffith. The book is set in the late 19th century and follows the story of the protagonist, a young man named Paul Vallon, who is on a quest to find the legendary Golden...

The book ""Philosophy of Analogy and Symbolism"" by S.T. Cargill is a comprehensive exploration of the philosophical concepts of analogy and symbolism. The author delves into the historical and contemporary theories of analogy and symbolism, examining their role in various philosophical fields such as...

Christian Symbols In A World Community is a book written by Daniel Johnson Fleming that explores the use and meaning of Christian symbols in a global context. The book examines how these symbols have been interpreted and adapted by different cultures and religions throughout...

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...

""Clue to the Cretan Scripts"" is a book written by F. Melian Stawell that explores the ancient scripts found on the island of Crete. The author delves into the history and mythology of the Minoan civilization, which is believed to have developed these scripts....

One God: The Ways We Worship Him is a book written by Florence Mary Fitch that explores the different ways in which people worship God. The book delves into various religious traditions, including Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism, and examines the unique practices,...

""Jay's Treaty and the Northwest Boundary Gap"" is a historical book written by Samuel Flagg Bemis in 1922. The book focuses on the negotiations between the United States and Great Britain that led to the signing of Jay's Treaty in 1794. This treaty resolved...

American Birds and Wildflowers is a comprehensive guidebook written by Herbert S. Zim, an American naturalist and author. The book is a complete guide to the birds and wildflowers found in America and includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of over 500 species of birds...

The Congo Slave State, written by Edmund Dene Morel and published in 1903, is a book that exposes the brutal and inhumane treatment of the Congolese people under the rule of King Leopold II of Belgium. Morel, a British journalist and activist, provides a...

Oriental Mysticism is a book written by E. H. Palmer, which provides a comprehensive overview of the mystical traditions of the East. The book explores the spiritual practices, beliefs, and philosophies of various Eastern mystical traditions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, and Sufism. The author...

Famous Problems of Elementary Geometry: The Duplication of the Cube, The Trisection of an Angle, The Quadrature of the Circle is a book written by Felix Klein. This book explores three famous problems in elementary geometry that have fascinated mathematicians for centuries. The first...

Patriotism and Government is a collection of essays written by the famous Russian author Leo Tolstoy in 1900 and published in 1901. The book is a scathing critique of patriotism and the role of government in society. Tolstoy argues that patriotism, or the love...

The Vision of Judgment is a satirical poem written by a noble author in 1822. The poem is a response to the death of King George III, who was widely praised for his piety and moral character. The author takes a critical approach to...

Indian Games is a comprehensive guide to traditional games played by Native Americans. Written by Andrew McFarland Davis, this book provides an in-depth look at the history, rules, and variations of over 200 games played by various tribes across North America. The book is...

The Complete Operating Manual Of The Rosicrucian Order is a comprehensive guide to the practices, symbols, and beliefs of the Rosicrucian Order. Authored by H. Spencer Lewis, the book provides a detailed overview of the organization's history, philosophy, and teachings. It includes information on...

The Cambridge Medieval History V1 is a historical book written by J.B. Bury in 1911. It is the first volume of a series that covers the history of Europe during the medieval period. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the political, social, and...

Great Adventures and Explorations: From the Earliest Times to the Present as Told by the Explorers Themselves is a book written by Vilhjalmur Stefansson. The book is a compilation of stories from explorers who have embarked on various expeditions throughout history. The stories are...

Wives and Daughters is a novel written by Elizabeth Gaskell, which was first published in 1865. The book is set in the fictional town of Hollingford and follows the story of Molly Gibson, the only daughter of a widowed country doctor. When Molly's father...

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...

Jean Christophe V1 is a novel written by French author Romain Rolland. It is the first volume of a multi-part series that follows the life of the titular character, Jean Christophe Krafft, from his childhood in Germany to his rise as a renowned composer...

Jerusalem Delivered is an epic poem written by Italian poet Torquato Tasso in the late 16th century. The poem tells the story of the First Crusade and the battle for Jerusalem between the Christian knights and the Muslim army led by the Saracen king,...

Dogmatic Theology V1 is a comprehensive book written by William G. T. Shedd, a prominent theologian and professor of theology. The book is a study of Christian theology, covering topics such as the nature of God, the Trinity, creation, sin, redemption, and the afterlife....

St. Leon is a novel written by William Godwin, first published in 1799. The book tells the story of a man named St. Leon, who is born into a wealthy and privileged family in France. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he...

The Dictionary of Philosophy by Dagobert D. Runes is a comprehensive reference work that provides a detailed overview of the major philosophical concepts, theories, and thinkers throughout history. This book is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the field of...

Esther Waters is a novel written by George Moore, first published in 1894. The book is set in Victorian England and follows the story of Esther Waters, a young woman who works as a servant in a farmhouse. Esther becomes pregnant by her employer's...

Ramona is a novel written by Helen Hunt Jackson, first published in 1884. The story is set in Southern California during the late 1800s and follows the life of a young girl named Ramona, who is half-Scottish and half-Native American. The novel explores themes...

The Spirit of Masonry is a book written by William Hutchinson that discusses the principles, practices, and history of Freemasonry. The author delves into the origins of the Masonic fraternity, tracing its roots back to ancient times and exploring the symbolism and rituals that...

""A Short History of Australia"" is a comprehensive account of the history of Australia, written by the renowned Australian historian, Ernest Scott. The book covers the period from the arrival of the first European explorers in the late 18th century to the present day....

The Pearl-Maiden is a novel written by H. Rider Haggard, first published in 1903. The story is set in ancient Egypt and follows the life of a beautiful young girl named Miriam, who is the daughter of a Jewish merchant. Miriam is known as...

The Fat And The Thin is a novel by French author Emile Zola. The story revolves around the lives of a group of people living in Paris during the late 19th century. The main characters include a wealthy businessman named Octave Mouret, his mistress,...

Crome Yellow is a satirical novel written by Aldous Huxley and published in 1921. Set in a fictional English country estate called Crome, the novel follows the story of a young poet named Denis Stone, who visits the estate for a summer vacation. The...

Psychology and Folklore by R.R. Marett is a comprehensive study of the relationship between psychology and folklore. The book explores the ways in which folklore and psychology intersect, and how each discipline can inform the other. The author draws on a wide range of...

The History of the Adventures of Joseph Andrews and His Friend Mr. Abraham Adams is a novel written by the English author Henry Fielding. The book was first published in 1742 and is considered to be one of the earliest examples of the English...

The Rainbow Trail is a novel by Zane Grey, first published in 1915. It is a sequel to Grey's earlier novel Riders of the Purple Sage, and continues the story of the character Lassiter, a gunslinger and former outlaw who becomes a protector of...

The Decameron V1 is a literary masterpiece written by Italian author Giovanni Boccaccio. It is a collection of 100 short stories, each told by a group of ten young people who have fled Florence to escape the Black Death. The stories are set in...

The Second Deluge is a science fiction novel written by Garrett P. Serviss. The book is set in the future, where humanity has advanced technologically and has established colonies on other planets. However, a catastrophic event occurs when a massive comet collides with the...

""The Mystery of a Hansom Cab"" is a classic mystery novel written by Fergus Hume. The story is set in Melbourne, Australia, in the late 19th century and revolves around the murder of a wealthy businessman named Oliver Whyte. The body of Whyte is...

Good Wives is a novel by Louisa May Alcott, published in 1869. It is the sequel to her popular novel Little Women and continues the story of the March sisters, Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy, as they navigate adulthood and marriage. The novel begins...

The History of Rome Book II, written by Theodor Mommsen, is a comprehensive account of the early Roman Republic. The book covers the period from the end of the Roman monarchy in 509 BC to the beginning of the First Punic War in 264...

""The Rock of Chickamauga"" is a historical novel written by Joseph A. Altsheler. The story is set during the American Civil War and follows the life of Harry Kenton, a young soldier fighting for the Confederacy. The novel begins with the Battle of Shiloh...

The Torrents of Spring is a novel written by Ivan Turgenev, a Russian writer, and published in 1872. The story follows the life of a young Russian aristocrat named Dimitry Sanin, who travels to Germany and falls in love with a young woman named...

""Isadora Duncan: An Intimate Portrait"" is a biography written by Sewell Stokes that delves into the life of the famous American dancer and choreographer, Isadora Duncan. The book covers her childhood, her rise to fame, and her personal life, including her relationships with various...

The Marrow of Tradition is a novel written by Charles W. Chesnutt that was first published in 1901. Set in the fictional town of Wellington, North Carolina, the novel explores the tensions and conflicts between the black and white communities in the aftermath of...

""Ormond Or The Secret Witness"" is a novel written by Charles Brockden Brown. The story follows Constantia Dudley, a young woman who is forced to flee her home after her father's death. She seeks refuge with an old family friend, Mr. Ormond, who becomes...

The Instinct of Workmanship and the State of the Industrial Arts is a book written by the American economist and sociologist Thorstein Veblen. It was first published in 1914 and explores the relationship between human instinct and the development of industrial arts. Veblen argues...