Literary Collections - General

The influence of John Ruskin (1819-1900), both on his own time and on artistic and social developments in the twentieth century, cannot be over-stated. He changed Victorian perceptions of art, and was the main influence behind 'Gothic revival' architecture. As a social critic, he...

The influence of John Ruskin (1819-1900), both on his own time and on artistic and social developments in the twentieth century, cannot be over-stated. He changed Victorian perceptions of art, and was the main influence behind 'Gothic revival' architecture. As a social critic, he...

The influence of John Ruskin (1819-1900), both on his own time and on artistic and social developments in the twentieth century, cannot be over-stated. He changed Victorian perceptions of art, and was the main influence behind 'Gothic revival' architecture. As a social critic, he...

The influence of John Ruskin (1819-1900), both on his own time and on artistic and social developments in the twentieth century, cannot be over-stated. He changed Victorian perceptions of art, and was the main influence behind 'Gothic revival' architecture. As a social critic, he...

In 1889 the Jesuit Richard F. Clarke published this biography of Charles Lavigerie (1825-1892), the French cardinal and Primate of Africa. From the moment of his arrival in Algeria in 1868, Lavigerie became a key, if sometimes controversial, figure in organising Catholic missions in...

The publications of the Hakluyt Society (founded in 1846) made available edited (and sometimes translated) early accounts of exploration. The first series, which ran from 1847 to 1899, consists of 100 books containing published or previously unpublished works by authors from Christopher Columbus to...

The publications of the Hakluyt Society (founded in 1846) made available edited (and sometimes translated) early accounts of exploration. The first series, which ran from 1847 to 1899, consists of 100 books containing published or previously unpublished works by authors from Christopher Columbus to...

Fenton John Anthony Hort (1828-1892) gave the Cambridge Hulsean lectures in November and December of 1871. First published posthumously in 1893, with minor revisions, these lectures are built around a sustained meditation on John 14: 5-6. They represent Hort's defence of the continuing relevance...

Samuel Prideaux Tregelles (1813-1875) was a Cornish-born Biblical scholar who travelled to major libraries all over Europe to study ancient manuscripts with the aim of publishing a more reliable Greek New Testament than had been available to Luther, Tyndale and their successors. The 1844...

In 1880 the Norwegian ethnologist, zoologist and explorer Carl Lumholtz embarked on an expedition to Australia, with the purpose of observing the life and customs of the Australian Aborigines. This book focuses on his experiences while living for a year with a community in...

Stars in Their Courses is an introduction, originally published in 1934, to astronomy and the wonders of the universe brought to us by the technology of the telescope. The book is illustrated with a large number of photographs, and was especially written for readers...

The geological writings of Hugh Miller (1802-56) did much to publicise this relatively new science. After an early career in banking in Scotland, Miller became editor of a newly founded Edinburgh newspaper, The Witness, in which he published a series of his own articles...

George Combe (1788-1858) rose from humble origins to tour widely in Europe and the United States lecturing on phrenology, the popular Victorian belief that character traits were determined by the configuration of the skull. His most famous book, The Constitution of Man, published in...

The British musicologist Henry Davey (1853-1929) was a noted scholar of the manuscript sources of Tudor music. He published the first edition of History of English Music in 1895 with the aim of providing his fellow-musicians with the first clear scholarly account of the...

Sir David Brewster (1781-1868) was a distinguished scientist and inventor who frequently turned the results of his research to practical ends; his work on the diffraction of light, for example, led to his developing improved reflectors for lighthouses and inventing two popular Victorian toys,...

As Europe was poised on the cusp of the Great War (1914-1918), issues of national defence were of paramount concern. Despite the importance to German security of concentrating its resources on continental defence within Europe, the preceding years had been steeped in the cult...

During his famous Beagle voyage, Darwin collected rocks, fossils and other geological specimens. No previous geologist had amassed such a detailed set of data. He identified raised beaches and remains of marine organisms high above the sea, understanding their significance as evidence of the...

Sir Charles Hallé (1819-95) was a German pianist and conductor. At the age of 17 he moved to Paris, where he spent twelve years studying and performing, while moving in circles which included Berlioz, Chopin, Liszt, de Musset and George Sand. In the revolutionary...

Thomas Henry Huxley (1825-95) became known as 'Darwin's bulldog' because of his forceful and energetic support for Darwin's theory, especially at the notorious British Association meeting in Oxford in 1860. In fact, Huxley had some reservations about aspects of the theory, especially the element...

This 1833 study of the hand by Sir Charles Bell, a leading professor of surgery and anatomy, is one of the Bridgewater Treatises, which arose from the preoccupation of nineteenth-century Christians with interpreting God's creation in the light of contemporary scientific developments. Bell's treatise...

The Cambridge Shakespeare was published in nine volumes between 1863 and 1866. Its careful editorial principles, attractive page design and elegant typography have withstood the test of time. This text was based on a thorough collation of the four Folios and of all the...

James Orchard Halliwell-Phillipps (1820-1889) was an enthusiastic collector of books on Shakespeare (including nearly all the pre-1660 editions) and a respected and prolific scholar of Elizabethan literature. His extensive collection is now housed at Edinburgh University Library. This volume contains a selection of his...

Originally published in 1918, this book analyses the baronial opposition to Edward II, whose reign is considered to have been one of the most disastrous for England. James Conway Davies examines the features of the administrative system against which the barons eventually rebelled, and...

The Farce of Federal Prohibition is a book written by Frank Irish Cadwallader in 1919. The book is a scathing critique of the federal government's attempt to enforce prohibition in the United States. Cadwallader argues that the prohibition of alcohol is a farce and...

The New Testament History: With An Introduction, Connecting The History Of The Old And New Testaments (1866) by William Smith is a comprehensive book that explores the history of the New Testament. The book is designed to provide readers with a better understanding of...

Kaye's and Malleson's History of the Indian Mutiny V3: Of 1857-1858 (1909) is a comprehensive historical account of the Indian Mutiny, also known as the Indian Rebellion of 1857-1858, written by John William Kaye and George Bruce Malleson. This is the third volume of...

A History of Music in England, written by Ernest Walker in 1907, is a comprehensive account of the development of music in England from ancient times to the early 20th century. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the origins of English...

Dog and Gun is a collection of essays and anecdotes about shooting, hunting, and dogs. Written by Johnson Jones Hooper and originally published in 1856, this book provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century hunting culture. The essays cover a range of...

Russia And England In Central Asia V2 is a historical book written by Mikhail Afrikanovich Terentyef in 1876. The book is a detailed account of the rivalry between Russia and England in Central Asia during the 19th century. It provides an in-depth analysis of...

The Coal Fields of King County is a historical book written by George Watkin Evans in 1912. The book provides a detailed account of the coal mining industry in King County, Washington, during the early 20th century. It covers the history of coal mining...

Old Christmas And Bracebridge Hall: From The Sketchbook Of Washington Irving (1919) is a collection of short stories and essays written by the American author Washington Irving. The book is divided into two parts, with the first section focusing on the traditions and customs...

Prostitution and Sex Education is a book written by Willard Packard Hatch and published in 1910. The book delves into the topic of prostitution and its impact on society, particularly in relation to sex education. Hatch argues that the lack of proper sex education...

Morphy's Games of Chess is a book that features the best games played by the distinguished chess champion, Paul Charles Morphy, in Europe and America. Originally published in 1860, this book includes a collection of Morphy's most notable games, along with detailed annotations and...

Experience the raw power and timeless allure of the sea with John Masefield's "Salt-Water Ballads." This collection captures the spirit of maritime life through vivid poetry and stirring ballads. Masefield's evocative verses paint a portrait of sailors, ships, and the relentless force of the...

Delve into the groundbreaking world of 20th-century poetry with T. S. Eliot's "Poems." This collection showcases the modernist verse that cemented Eliot's place as a pivotal figure in both American and English literature. Explore themes of fragmentation, alienation, and the search for meaning in...

This book is a study guide to the parables of Jesus, providing detailed commentary and insightful analysis. Alexander Wilson covers all the major parables, shedding new light on their meanings and applications.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is...

This collection of poetry by John Cowper Powys is both haunting and enchanting. His use of vivid language and imagery creates a sense of otherworldliness that transports readers to a dreamlike state. These poems touch on themes of nature, mortality, and the human experience....

This comprehensive guidebook provides a detailed overview of American government, including its institutions, principles, and processes. The book covers topics such as the Constitution, the presidency, Congress, the courts, and political parties, providing a balanced and nuanced perspective on the workings of American democracy....

Robert Lowry and W. H. Doane have collaborated to bring readers a compilation of religious music that is perfect for use in Sunday Schools or other religious settings. The songs cover a range of themes and are designed to inspire and uplift those who...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...