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William Oughtred: A Great Seventeenth-Century Teacher of Mathematics is a book written by Florian Cajori and published in 1916. The book is a biography of William Oughtred, a prominent mathematician and teacher of the seventeenth century. Oughtred is best known for his invention of...

The History of Joseph Andrews is a novel written by Henry Fielding in 1742. The book follows the adventures of Joseph Andrews, a young footman who is determined to remain virtuous despite the temptations he faces. Joseph is dismissed from his job after rejecting...

The Heroic Women of Early Indiana Methodism: An Address (1889) is a historical account written by Thomas Aiken Goodwin. The book focuses on the role of women in the early Methodist movement in Indiana. Goodwin highlights the contributions of these women, who were often...

Select Poems of William Barnes is a collection of poems written by William Barnes, originally published in 1908. William Barnes was an English writer and poet, best known for his works written in the Dorset dialect. The book includes a selection of Barnes' most...

Rhymes of Early Jungle Folk is a book of children's poetry written by Mary Edna Tobias Marcy and originally published in 1922. The poems are set in the jungle and feature animals such as lions, tigers, monkeys, and elephants. The book is illustrated with...

Military Architecture is a comprehensive book written by Eugene Emmanuel Viollet-Le-Duc and published in 1907. The book explores the history and evolution of military architecture, from ancient times to the present day. It covers a wide range of topics, including fortifications, castles, walls, towers,...

Nelson's History of the War V20 (1917) is a historical book written by John Buchan. This book is the 20th volume in the series and provides a comprehensive account of the events that occurred during the First World War. The author has used primary...

The Shelf2Life Literature and Fiction Collection is a unique set of short stories, poems and novels from the late 19th to early 20th centuries. From tales of love, life and heartbreaking loss to humorous stories of ghost encounters, these volumes captivate the imaginations of...

The Shelf2Life Literature and Fiction Collection is a unique set of short stories, poems and novels from the late 19th to early 20th centuries. From tales of love, life and heartbreaking loss to humorous stories of ghost encounters, these volumes captivate the imaginations of...

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Mercy and Poetic Healings a collection of world poetry from those corners of the world where the magic of poetry dwells in the echo of the mountains, density of forests, voice of the winds and the hearts of people. The poetry pieces included in...

Enquiry Concerning Political Justice V1: And Its Influence On Morals And Happiness (1798) is a seminal work by the English philosopher and political theorist, William Godwin. The book is a treatise on political philosophy and ethics, exploring the relationship between government, morality, and human...

""The War In South Africa: Its Causes And Effects"" is a historical book written by John Atkinson Hobson in 1900. The book provides a detailed account of the causes and effects of the Boer War in South Africa. Hobson explores the political and economic...

""What Happened To Europe"" is a historical book written by Frank Arthur Vanderlip in 1919. The book details the events that took place in Europe during World War I, and the aftermath of the war. Vanderlip provides a comprehensive analysis of the political, economic,...

""The Works of Thomas Love Peacock V1"" is a comprehensive collection of writings by the renowned author, Thomas Love Peacock. The book includes a variety of literary genres, such as novels, poems, fugitive pieces, and criticisms. Published in 1875, this volume is an excellent...

The Work of Antoine Watteau is a book that was originally published in 1913 and features the art of Antoine Watteau, a French painter who lived in the early 18th century. The book is a comprehensive collection of Watteau's work, including his paintings, drawings,...

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The History of Evesham: Its Benedictine Monastery, Conventual Church, Existing Edifices, Municipal Institutions is a book written by George May and published in 1834. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Evesham, a town in Worcestershire, England, focusing on its Benedictine...

The Method of Grace, In the Holy Spirit's Applying to the Souls of Men, The Eternal Redemption is a book written by John Flavel in 1845. This book explores the concept of grace and how it is applied to the souls of men by...

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The Captain of Company K is a novel written by Joseph Kirkland in 1891. The book is set during the American Civil War and follows the story of Captain Frank Van Dusen, the leader of Company K in the Union Army. The novel is...

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""History Of The Indian Navy V2: 1613-1863"" is a comprehensive book by Charles Rathbone Low, first published in 1877. The book is the second volume of a two-part series that covers the history of the Indian Navy from its inception in the early 17th...

The History Of Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania (1881) is a comprehensive book that provides an in-depth look at the history of Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. The book was written by W. W. Munsell And Company Publisher and covers a wide range of topics related to the...

Elemens De L�������Education is a book written by Rene De Bonneval in 1743. The book is a comprehensive guide to education, covering various aspects of a child's development, including their physical, intellectual, and moral growth. The author emphasizes the importance of early childhood education...

The Archaeology Of The Holy Land is a book written by Percy Stuart Peache Handcock in 1916. It is a comprehensive guide to the archaeological sites and discoveries in the Holy Land, covering the period from the earliest times to the end of the...

The Adventures of Roderick Random is a novel written by Tobias Smollett in 1775. It is a picaresque novel, which means that it is a series of loosely connected episodes that follow the adventures of the main character, Roderick Random. The novel is set...

Liber Pontificalis Seu De Gestis Romanorum Pontificum (1752) is a historical book written by Joannes Vignolius. The book provides a comprehensive account of the lives and actions of the Roman pontiffs from the earliest times up to the mid-eighteenth century. It is a valuable...

Frascati's V2: Or Scenes In Paris (1830) is a novel by John Richardson that takes place in Paris during the early 19th century. The story follows the adventures of a group of young Englishmen who find themselves caught up in the glamour and excitement...

""History Of The Rise, Progress, And Termination Of The American Revolution V3"" is a historical account of the American Revolution, written by Mercy Otis Warren and published in 1805. The book is divided into three volumes and covers the period from 1764 to 1783....

Fables, Ancient And Modern: Adapted For The Use Of Children is a book written by William Godwin and originally published in 1824. The book is a collection of fables from both ancient and modern sources, adapted specifically for children. The fables are short stories...

The Story Of Some French Refugees And Their Azilum, 1793-1800 is a historical book written by Louise Welles Murray and published in 1903. The book tells the story of a group of French refugees who fled their country during the French Revolution and settled...

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""A Treatise On The Arts, Manufactures, Manners, And Institutions Of The Greeks And Romans V2"" is a comprehensive book written by Thomas Dudley Fosbroke in 1835. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome, covering various aspects of...

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Observations On The Faerie Queene Of Spenser is a literary critique written by Thomas Warton in 1754. The book analyzes and explores the themes, characters, and symbolism present in Edmund Spenser's epic poem, The Faerie Queene. Warton examines the historical and cultural context in...

Le livre ""De L'Education Civile"" �����crit par Jean Jacques Garnier en 1765 est un ouvrage qui traite de l'�����ducation civique et morale. L'auteur y expose ses r�����flexions sur l'importance de l'�����ducation pour le d�����veloppement de l'individu et de la soci�����t�����.Garnier y aborde notamment la...

The Story Of The Great Fire In St. John, N.B.: June 20th, 1877 is a historical account of a devastating fire that occurred in the city of St. John, New Brunswick, Canada on June 20th, 1877. The book was written by George Stewart Jr....

Les Oeuvres De Monsieur De Voiture V2 est un livre qui contient les lettres et les po�����sies de Monsieur de Voiture, ainsi que l'histoire d'Alcidalis et de Zelide. Ce livre a �����t����� publi����� en 1729 et �����crit par Vincent Voiture. Les lettres et les...

The Aboriginal Britons: A Poem is a literary work written by George Richards in 1791. The poem is a tribute to the ancient Britons and their rich cultural heritage. Richards, who was a Welshman himself, celebrates the history and traditions of the Celtic people...

In Ole Virginia is a novel written by Thomas Nelson Page and published in 1906. The story is set in Virginia during the Reconstruction era after the Civil War. The book is a collection of short stories that explore the lives of the people...

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Conscience is a novel written by French author Hector Malot and published in 1905. The story revolves around the life of a young man named Jacques Brichette who is raised in poverty by his mother. Jacques is a hardworking and honest person who is...

Curious Epitaphs Collected From The Graveyards Of Great Britain And Ireland: With Biographical, Genealogical, And Historical Notes (1883) is a fascinating book that delves into the unique and often humorous inscriptions found on tombstones in Great Britain and Ireland. Written by William Andrews, a...

Commentarium Graecae Pronunciationis Notis In Veteres Inscriptiones (1751) est opus Gregorii Placentinii, quod de Graecae linguae pronuntiatione in antiquis inscriptionibus tractat. In hoc libro, Placentinius notis et exemplis illustrat quomodo Graeci verba pronuntiabant, et quomodo huius pronuntiationis varietates in inscriptionibus apparebant. Adiuncta sunt etiam...

Meletemata Mathematico-Philosophica est opus magnum Christiani Wolff, philosophi et mathematici Germani, quod anno MDCCCLV editum est. In hoc volumine, Wolff varias quaestiones mathematicas et philosophicas tractat, quae ad scientias exactas pertinent. Inter alia, de geometria, arithmetica, physica, logica, metaphysica et ethica disputat. In hoc...

Boys And Girls Of Colonial Days, written by Carolyn Sherwin Bailey and first published in 1917, is a historical children's book that introduces young readers to the lives and experiences of children living in colonial America. The book is divided into short chapters, each...

Biographical Sketches Of Great And Good Men: Designed For The Amusement And Instruction Of Young Persons (1829) is a book written by Lydia Maria Francis Child. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of famous and influential men from history, including Benjamin Franklin,...

Das Buch ""Literatur der Sanskrit-Sprache"" von Friedrich Adelung aus dem Jahr 1837 ist ein umfassendes Werk �����ber die Literatur, die in der Sanskrit-Sprache geschrieben wurde. Der Autor beschreibt die Geschichte der Sanskrit-Literatur von ihren Anf�����ngen bis zur Gegenwart und gibt einen �����berblick �����ber die...

""An Introduction To The History Of Chinese Pictorial Art"" is a book written by Herbert Allen Giles and published in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Chinese pictorial art, covering the period from the earliest times up to the...