Literary Collections - General

""The Works of Joseph Hall V12: With Some Account of His Life and Sufferings"" is a book written by Joseph Hall, a prominent English bishop and writer in the 17th century. The book is a collection of Hall's writings, including his sermons, essays, and...

A Token For Mourners: Or The Advice Of Christ To A Distressed Mother, Bewailing The Death Of Her Dear And Only Son (1841) is a religious book written by John Flavel. The book is a guide for mothers who have lost their only child...

Abbas II (1915) is a biography of Abbas II, the last Shah of the Qajar dynasty in Iran, written by Evelyn Baring. The book covers the life and reign of Abbas II, who ruled Iran from 1909 to 1925, and provides insight into the...

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The Spiritual Ascent: A Devotional Treatise By Gerard Of Zutphen (1908) is a book written by Gerard Zerbolt, a Dutch mystic and writer who lived in the 14th century. The book is a devotional treatise that focuses on the spiritual journey of the soul...

""A Book About Fans: The History Of Fans And Fan-Painting"" is a detailed account of the history of fans and fan-painting, written by M. A. Flory and originally published in 1895. The book explores the origins of fans, their early uses, and the cultural...

A History of Divorce is a book written by Kitchin, Shepherd Braithwaite in 1912. The book is a comprehensive examination of the history of divorce from ancient times to the early 20th century. The author explores the various cultural, religious, and legal factors that...

The Illinois and Michigan Canal: A Study in Economic History is a book written by James William Putnam and originally published in 1917. The book explores the history of the Illinois and Michigan Canal, which was a major transportation route in the mid-19th century...

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""The Journal of a Spy in Paris During the Reign of Terror: January to July, 1794"" is a historical account written by Raoul Hesdin, detailing his experiences as a spy in Paris during the height of the French Revolution. The book is set during...

Pope Gregory VII and the Theocratic State is a historical book written by Agnes Bernard Cavanagh. The book explores the life and legacy of Pope Gregory VII, who was a prominent figure in the Catholic Church during the 11th century. Cavanagh delves into Gregory...

The Machinery of Wall Street is a book written by George Charles Selden and originally published in 1917. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the inner workings of the American financial system, specifically focusing on the stock market and the various institutions and...

The Birds of Aristophanes is a play written by the ancient Greek playwright Aristophanes, which was performed by members of the University at the Theater Royal in Cambridge in November of 1883. This book contains the Greek text of the play, as well as...

Introduction to Logic: From Dr. Whately's Elements of Logic (1827) is a classic textbook on logic written by Richard Whately. Originally published in 1827, it has been reprinted numerous times and remains a popular introduction to the subject. The book is divided into three...

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Bells and Bellringers is a book written by Benjamin Lomax in 1879. It is a comprehensive guide to the history, construction, and ringing of bells. The book covers a wide range of topics related to bells, including their origins, the different types of bells,...

Hindu: Occult Art Magic is a book written by K. T. Ramasami, originally published in 1921. The book explores the occult practices and beliefs of Hinduism, including the use of mantras, yantras, and other forms of magic. Ramasami delves into the history and philosophy...

A Handbook For Cane Sugar Manufacturers And Their Chemists (1917) is a comprehensive guidebook written by Guilford Lawson Spencer for professionals in the sugar industry. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the production of cane sugar, including the chemistry of...

A General History of the Burr Family by Charles Burr Todd is a comprehensive genealogical record of the Burr family from 1193 to 1891. The book provides a detailed account of the Burr family's history, tracing their lineage from the 12th century to the...

A Catechism For The Pianoforte Student is a book written by John Hiles and originally published in 1882. This book is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide for students learning to play the piano. It is divided into several chapters, each of which...

A Brief History Of The Hawaiian People is a historical book written by William De Witt Alexander and first published in 1891. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Hawaii and its people, from the early Polynesian settlers to the arrival...

Yoga Vashisht Or Heaven Found is a book written by Rishi Singh Gherwal. It is a spiritual guide that explores the ancient teachings of yoga and the Vashisht philosophy. The book is divided into seven chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of yoga...

Flora Domestica, Or The Portable Flower Garden: With Directions For The Treatment Of Plants In Pots is a book written by Elizabeth Kent and originally published in 1831. The book is a comprehensive guide to growing and caring for plants in containers, providing detailed...

""Weaker Than A Woman"" is a novel written by Bertha M. Clay and published in 1900. The story revolves around a young woman named Edith who is forced to marry a man she does not love. She soon discovers that her husband is a...

""History Of The Plots And Crimes Of The Great Conspiracy To Overthrow Liberty In America"" is a book written by John Smith Dye and published in 1866. The book details the events leading up to the American Civil War and the various conspiracies that...

James Speed: A Personality is a biography written by James Speed himself, published in 1914. The book is a detailed account of the life and career of James Speed, an American lawyer and politician who served as the Attorney General of the United States...

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""Rochester Social Centers and Civic Clubs: Story of the First Two Years (1909)"" is a historical account of the establishment and early years of civic clubs and social centers in Rochester, New York. Written by the League of Civic Clubs, the book provides detailed...

Explosives Materials: The Phenomena And Theories Of Explosion And The Classification, Constitution And Preparation Of Explosives (1907) is a comprehensive guide to the science behind explosives and their properties. Written by John Philip Wisser, this book covers a range of topics related to explosives,...

Divorce (1920) by Charles Williams is a novel that explores the complexities of marriage and divorce in early 20th century England. The story follows the lives of two couples, the Fosters and the Hardings, who are both struggling with the challenges of their respective...

The Pearl of Troyes is a historical book written by Marguerite Bourgeoys in 1878. The book is a collection of reminiscences of the early days of Ville-Marie, which is now known as Montreal. The author, Sister Marguerite Bourgeoys, was a French nun who founded...

The History Of The North American Young Men�������s Christian Associations is a book written by Richard C. Morse in 1913. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) in North America. The author traces the origins...

The book ""Spiritual Letters of Edward Bouverie Pusey"" is a collection of letters written by the renowned theologian and scholar, Edward Bouverie Pusey. The letters, which were originally written to his friends and colleagues, offer a unique insight into Pusey's spiritual beliefs and practices....

Devotions to St. Rita is a comprehensive guide to the life and devotions of St. Rita, written by the Augustinian Fathers in 1914. The book includes a detailed biography of St. Rita, as well as devotional exercises, novenas, and triduums in her honor. The...

An Arctic Boat Journey: In The Autumn Of 1854 is a book written by Isaac I. Hayes and published in 1871. The book is a detailed account of Hayes' journey through the Arctic region during the autumn of 1854. Hayes, an American physician and...

One Thousand And One Useful Recipes And Valuable Hints About Cooking And Housekeeping (1890) is a comprehensive guide to cooking and housekeeping written by Dutton And Partridge. The book contains over one thousand recipes and tips on how to properly manage a household. The...

The Terry-Broderick Duel: Also, The Oration Of Edward D. Baker Over The Dead Body Of David C. Broderick is a historical book written by John Currey in 1896. The book documents the infamous duel between David C. Broderick, a United States Senator from California,...

The Anglo-Saxon Version Of The Holy Gospels is a book translated by Benjamin Thorpe. It is a translation of the four Gospels of the New Testament of the Bible into Old English, known as Anglo-Saxon. The translation is based on the Latin Vulgate, which...

The Call of the City is a novel written by Charles Mulford Robinson and first published in 1908. It tells the story of a young man named John Ward who leaves his small town in search of success and adventure in the city. After...

The Banks of New-York: Their Dealers, The Clearing House and The Panic of 1857 is a non-fiction book written by J.S. Gibbons. The book explores the history of the banking industry in New York City during the mid-19th century, focusing on the various banks...

The Basic Open-Hearth Steel Process by Carl B. Dichmann is a comprehensive guidebook that explains the process of producing steel through the open-hearth method. The book covers the basic principles of metallurgy, the history of the open-hearth process, and the equipment and materials required...

Principles and Practice of Fur Dressing and Fur Dyeing is a comprehensive guide to the techniques and methods used in the fur industry. Written by William E. Austin, a renowned furrier and master dyer, the book covers everything from the basics of fur handling...

Life In Java V1: With Sketches Of The Javanese is a book written by William Barrington D�������Almeida, which provides a comprehensive account of his experiences and observations during his time in Java. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a...

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""Elements of a Polite Education"" is a book that features carefully selected letters written by Philip D. Stanhope, the Earl of Chesterfield, to his son. The letters contain valuable advice on how to conduct oneself in society, how to develop good manners, and how...

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Legends of Our Lady and the Saints: Or Our Children's Book of Stories, in Verse, Part I is a book that contains a collection of stories about the Virgin Mary and various saints. Written by an author from St. Leonards-On-Sea, the book is intended...

""Our Lady of Lourdes"" by Henry Lasserre is a book that explores the famous Marian apparitions that took place in Lourdes, France in 1858. The book provides a detailed historical account of the events that led to the apparitions, including the life of Saint...

""Iceland and Greenland"" by Austin H. Clark is a comprehensive book that provides an in-depth exploration of the two Nordic countries. The book is divided into two parts, with the first section focusing on Iceland and the second on Greenland. The author begins by...

Lady Hester Stanhope: A Biography by Joan Haslip is a detailed account of the life of Lady Hester Stanhope, a remarkable and unconventional woman who lived in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book traces Lady Hester's life from her privileged upbringing...