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Witchcraft And Spells is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite that delves into the history, philosophy, and practice of witchcraft and spells. The book explores the origins of witchcraft, the different types of witches, and the beliefs and practices associated with witchcraft throughout...

A Manual Hebrew and English Lexicon Including the Biblical Chaldee Designed for Beginners by Josiah Willard Gibbs is a comprehensive reference book that provides readers with a detailed understanding of the Hebrew and Chaldee languages. The book is designed for beginners who wish to...

Kuwait A Country Study is a comprehensive book that provides an in-depth analysis of the history, culture, economy, and politics of Kuwait. Written by the Federal Research Division, a division of the Library of Congress, the book is designed to offer readers an authoritative...

Old Plantation Days is a memoir written by Martha S. Gielow about her childhood experiences growing up on a plantation in the American South during the mid-19th century. The book provides a vivid and detailed account of the daily life, customs, and traditions of...

Arnobius Against The Heathen V5 is a book written by Arnobius, a Christian apologist, in the 4th century AD. The book is a defense of Christianity against the pagan beliefs and practices of the time. In it, Arnobius argues that Christianity is the only...

The Other Two is a novel written by Edith Wharton, an American author famous for her works of fiction that explore the social norms and class divides of the early 20th century. The novel was first published in 1904 and tells the story of...

A History of Freedom of Thought is a comprehensive book by John Bagnell Bury that explores the evolution of intellectual freedom throughout history. The book discusses the concept of freedom of thought and how it has been shaped by various historical events, including the...

The Human Side of Birds is a book written by Royal Dixon that explores the fascinating world of birds from a unique perspective. Rather than focusing solely on their physical characteristics and behaviors, Dixon delves into the emotional and psychological aspects of birds that...

The Threshold of Religion is a book written by Robert Ranulph Marett, a British anthropologist and philosopher. First published in 1909, the book explores the concept of religion and its origins, as well as the relationship between religion and culture.Marett argues that religion is...

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...

Good Gestes is a collection of short stories by Percival Christopher Wren, centered around the adventures of Beau Geste, his brothers, and their comrades in the French Foreign Legion. The book is set in the early 20th century and follows the lives of these...

""Prophetical, Educational and Playing Cards"" is a book written by Mrs. John King Van Rensselaer, which explores the history and usage of various types of cards, including tarot cards, playing cards, and educational cards. The book delves into the symbolism and meanings behind these...

""City Of Chicago Municipal Tuberculosis Sanitarium: Its History And Provisions"" is a book written by Theodore Bernard Sachs in 1915. The book provides a comprehensive history of the Chicago Municipal Tuberculosis Sanitarium, which was established in 1911 to combat the spread of tuberculosis in...

The Science of Fairy Tales is a book written by Edwin Sidney Hartland that explores the origins and evolution of fairy tales. The author delves into the historical and cultural contexts that gave rise to these stories, examining the ways in which they have...

Iamblichus' Life of Pythagoras, also known as Pythagoric Life, is a biography of the famous Greek philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras, written by the Neoplatonic philosopher Iamblichus in the 3rd century AD. The book provides a detailed account of Pythagoras' life, teachings, and influence on...

The Apocryphal New Testament is a religious text that contains a collection of early Christian writings that were not included in the official canon of the New Testament. The book is compiled by William Wake and includes a variety of texts, such as the...

""Vegetarianism and Occultism"" is a book written by C. W. Leadbeater that explores the connection between vegetarianism and spiritual practices. The book delves into the benefits of a vegetarian diet for both physical and spiritual health, as well as the ethical and environmental considerations...

Citta Morta, also known as The Dead City, is a tragic play written by Gabriele D'Annunzio in 1902. The play is set in the ancient city of Pompeii, which was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The story follows the...

The Old Root And Herb Doctor: Or The Indian Method Of Healing is a book written by John Goodale Briante in 1870. The book is a comprehensive guide to the traditional Indian method of healing using roots and herbs. It contains detailed information on...

The Journal of the Technology Expedition to the Aleutian Islands, 1907 (1908) is a historical account written by Thomas Augustus Jaggar Jr. chronicling his expedition to the Aleutian Islands in 1907. The book provides a detailed description of the scientific and technological research that...

""History Of The House Of Ochiltree Of Ayrshire, Scotland: With The Genealogy Of The Families Of Those Who Came To America"" is a book written by Clementine Brown Railey in 1916. The book is a comprehensive account of the Ochiltree family, one of the...

An Introductory Treatise On The Lunar Theory is a book written by Ernest W. Brown in 1896. The book is an introduction to the lunar theory, which is the study of the motion of the moon. It covers the history of lunar theory, the...

""Masks And How To Make Them"" is a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in creating their own masks. The book is written by Doane Powell, a renowned artist and mask maker. The book provides step-by-step instructions on how to make masks using a variety...

The Second Book of Pistis Sophia is a religious text written by G.R.S. Mead. It is a translation of an ancient Gnostic text called Pistis Sophia, which is believed to have been written in the 2nd or 3rd century AD. The book is divided...

""Tables To Be Used In Calculating Nativities"" by Zadkiel is a book that provides astrological tables and instructions for calculating birth charts, also known as nativities. The author, Zadkiel, was a pseudonym used by astrologer Richard James Morrison in the 19th century. The book...

The Lost Language of Symbolism is a book written by Harold Bayley that delves into the meanings and significance of symbols throughout history. The author explores how symbols have been used in various cultures and religions, from ancient Egypt and Greece to Christianity and...

Renan's Life of Jesus is a book written by the French philosopher and historian Ernest Renan. Originally published in 1863, the book is a biography of Jesus Christ, based on Renan's extensive research into the historical and cultural context of the time in which...

Occult Chemistry is a book that explores the structure of atoms and compounds through the use of clairvoyant magnification. The author, C.W. Leadbeater, delves into the periodic table and examines the makeup of various elements. He also investigates the structures of some compounds. The...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

The Larger Hope Or Salvation For All: Including The Rejecters Of The Gospel (1881) is a book written by Samuel Cox. The book presents a theological argument for the belief in universal salvation, which is the idea that all people will eventually be saved...

The Commemorative Biographical Record Of Prominent And Representative Men Of Racine And Kenosha Counties, Wisconsin V2 (1906) is a historical book published by J. H. Beers And Company Publisher. The book is a comprehensive collection of biographical information about influential men from Racine and...

The Autobiography of Alice Thornton: Of East Newton, County, York is a historical book written by Alice Wandesford Thornton in 1875. The book is an account of the author's life and experiences, as she narrates her story from childhood to adulthood. Alice Thornton was...

The Company of Royal Adventurers Trading into Africa is a historical account written by George Frederick Zook and published in 1919. The book details the formation and activities of the Royal African Company, an English trading company that was established in the 17th century...

Max Havelaar: Or The Coffee Auctions Of The Dutch Trading Company is a novel written by Multatuli (pen name of Eduard Douwes Dekker) and published in 1868. The book is a social critique of the Dutch colonial system in the Dutch East Indies (present-day...

In The Isles Of The Sea: The Story Of Fifty Years In Melanesia (1903) is a memoir written by Frances Awdry about her experiences as a missionary in the islands of Melanesia. The book details her journey from England to the South Pacific and...

Piquet and Rubicon Piquet is a book written by Berkeley in 1891. The book is a guide to playing the card games Piquet and Rubicon Piquet. It provides a comprehensive explanation of the rules, strategies, and tactics of these two games. The book is...

""The Anti-Swedenborg: Or A Declaration Of The Principal Errors And Anti-Scriptural Doctrines Contained In The Theological Writings Of Swedenborg"" is a book written by George Beaumont and published in 1824. The book is a critique of the theological writings of Emanuel Swedenborg, a Swedish...

""Letter To John M. Clayton, Secretary Of State: Enclosing A Paper, Geographical, Political, And Commercial, On The Independent Oriental Nations"" is a book written by Aaron Haight Palmer in 1849. The book is a letter addressed to John M. Clayton, who was the Secretary...

Viele, 1659-1909: Two Hundred And Fifty Years With A Dutch Family Of New York is a historical book written by Kathlyne Knickerbocker Viele. The book chronicles the history of the Viele family, a prominent Dutch family in New York, from its origins in 1659...

Mongolia V1: The Tangut Country And The Solitudes Of Northern Tibet is a historical travelogue written by Nikolai Mikhailovich Prejevalsky in 1876. The book details the author's journey through Mongolia, exploring the Tangut country and the remote areas of northern Tibet. Prejevalsky's travels were...

Catalogue Of The College Collection Of Paleontology (1901) is a book published by Ward's Natural Science Establishment. The book is a comprehensive catalog of the college collection of paleontology, containing detailed descriptions of fossils and other specimens collected from various locations around the world....

""Scientific Selling and Advertising"" is a book written by Arthur Dunn and originally published in 1919. The book is a comprehensive guide to the principles and techniques of effective sales and advertising. Dunn draws upon his extensive experience in marketing and advertising to provide...

""A Dictionary of Islam"" is a comprehensive encyclopedia of the doctrines, rites, ceremonies, and customs of the Islamic religion. Originally published in 1885, this book is written by Thomas Patrick Hughes, an English scholar and author who specialized in Oriental languages and literature. The...

The book ""Heredity Of Wildness And Savageness In Mice"" was written by Charles A. Coburn and published in 1922. The book explores the concept of heredity and how it affects the behavior of mice. Specifically, Coburn examines the inheritance of wildness and savageness in...

George John Romanes (1848-94), considered by The Times to be 'the biological investigator upon whom in England the mantle of Mr. Darwin has most conspicuously descended', wrote this influential work on the evolution of the mental faculties of animals in 1883. The two scientists...

The Greek Grammar of Roger Bacon and a Fragment of His Hebrew Grammar is a book written by Roger Bacon, a medieval philosopher and scientist. The book was published in 1902 and contains two parts. The first part is a detailed analysis of Bacon's...

""An Illustrated Catalogue Of Fine And Rare Books, Illuminated And Other Manuscripts, Early Printed Books (1655)"" is a comprehensive catalog of valuable and rare books, illuminated and other manuscripts, and early printed books. The book was published by Myers and Company and contains detailed...

Divorce In America is a historical book written by Edmund Ray Stevens in 1907. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the divorce system in America during the early 20th century. It covers various aspects of divorce, including its legal, social, and moral implications....

The Allioniaceae Of Mexico And Central America is a comprehensive botanical reference book written by Paul Carpenter Standley and originally published in 1911. The book is dedicated to the study of the Allioniaceae plant family, which includes approximately 500 species of flowering plants found...

The Persian Moonshee V1 is a book written by Francis Gladwin, published in 1840. This book is designed to help readers learn Persian language and culture through a combination of grammar lessons and entertaining stories. The first volume of the series includes a comprehensive...