Literary Collections - General

Explore the rich literary landscape of the antebellum South with Volume 27 of the esteemed "Southern Literary Messenger". Published in 1858, this volume offers a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual and cultural life of the era. The "Southern Literary Messenger" was a prominent literary...

The Headsman; or, the Abbaye des Vigerons. A Tale, by James Fenimore Cooper, transports readers to the tumultuous era of the late 18th century. This historical novel unfolds against the backdrop of societal upheaval and maritime adventure. The story follows the intricate relationships and...

This collection, "The Works of John Moore, M. D.," presents a comprehensive view of the writings of the esteemed Scottish physician and author. It includes "A View of the Commencement and Progress of Romance," an insightful exploration into the history and evolution of the...

Discover a collection of captivating short stories in "Tales of Life and Death" by George Charles Grantley Fitzhardinge Berkeley. Penned with the elegant prose of the 19th century, these tales explore the profound themes of existence and mortality. Each narrative offers a glimpse into...

This is a collection of poems by Denis Sanguin de Saint-Pavin, a 17th-century French poet. The collection, titled "Les Poésies De Saint-Pavin: Les Unes Revues Sur Les Éditions Précédentes," presents a selection of his works, revised based on previous editions. Saint-Pavin was known for...

"Choice Literature, Volume 7" is a carefully curated collection of literary works intended for educational purposes and general reading enjoyment. Published in 1912, this anthology showcases a diverse range of authors and genres, reflecting the literary tastes and educational standards of the early 20th...

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...

Dive into the rich tapestry of human thought and creativity with "Gleanings From the Harvest-Fields of Literature, Science and Art," a meticulously curated collection by Charles Carroll Bombaugh. This melange of excerpts offers a captivating journey through the realms of literature, science, and art,...

"Scattered Flowers [Poems] Collected by M.H" presents a collection of poetry, likely from a female perspective. This anthology offers a glimpse into the poetic expressions and themes explored by women poets. The poems in this collection will appeal to readers interested in diverse voices...

Zionism and the Jewish Future is a compilation of essays written by various writers in 1916, edited by Harry Sacher. The book aims to explore the concept of Zionism and its potential impact on the future of the Jewish people. The essays cover a...

Two Dreams: Jael, Bathsheba is a historical fiction novel written by C.S. Jessopp and published in 1882. The book tells the stories of two women from the Bible, Jael and Bathsheba, and explores their lives and experiences in a fictionalized way. Jael is a...

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...

William Montgomery: Or The Young Artist is a novel written by Martha Blackford in 1829. The story follows the life of William Montgomery, a young artist who is determined to make a name for himself in the art world. Along the way, he faces...

The Words of Anthems is a book written by James Pearce and published in 1868. The book contains a collection of lyrics and texts of various anthems, hymns, and sacred songs. The anthems included in the book are primarily from the Anglican Church, and...

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...

Walter Campbell: Or The Chorister�������s Reward (1877) is a novel written by H.W. Preston. The story follows the life of Walter Campbell, a young boy who is gifted with a beautiful singing voice. Walter's talent is discovered by the local church choir master, and...

""Tony The Tramp: Or Right Is Might"" is a novel written by Horatio Alger Jr. and published in 1909. The story follows the life of Tony, a young orphan boy who is forced to live on the streets and beg for food. Despite his...

""They Also Serve: Heroes By The Home Fires"" is a book written by Alice Forman Wyckoff and published in 1920. The book is a tribute to the women who served as heroes during World War I by supporting the war effort from their homes....

Whippen is a book written by Frederick Orin Bartlett and published in 1912. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of whip making, covering everything from the history of whips to the tools and materials needed to create them. The author provides...

The Virginians in Texas: A Story for Young Old Folks and Old Young Folks is a novel written by William Mumford Baker and originally published in 1878. The book tells the story of two young men from Virginia, Tom and Harry, who decide to...

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...

The Siege of Acre is a lengthy poem written in four books by Hannah Cowley and published in 1810. The poem is set during the Crusades and tells the story of the siege of Acre, a coastal city in modern-day Israel, by the Christian...

A Word of Advice to the Farmer in Selecting, Analyzing and Buying Guano and Artificial Manures is a book written by Lonsdale Bradley in 1859. The book provides farmers with guidance on how to select, analyze, and purchase guano and artificial manures for their...

Tom Farrel's Favorite is a novel written by Frederick Scarlett Potter in 1877. The story revolves around the character Tom Farrel, who is a young and ambitious man living in the rural countryside. Tom's life takes a dramatic turn when he inherits a large...

The Scroll Of Phi Delta Theta V22: April, 1897 (1898) is a book written by the Fraternity Of Phi Delta Theta. It is a collection of articles, essays, and stories that were published in the fraternity's official magazine, The Scroll, in April 1897. The...

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...

""The Prisoner of the Mill: Or Captain Hayward's Body Guard"" is a novel written by Harry Hazeltine and published in 1864. The story revolves around the character of Captain Hayward, who is imprisoned in a mill during the American Civil War. The protagonist of...

""Twenty Years Among The Colporteurs"" is a book written by Charles Peabody and originally published in 1865. The book recounts Peabody's experiences working as a colporteur, or traveling salesman of religious books and tracts, for over two decades in the mid-19th century. Peabody shares...

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...

""The Rule of Not Too Much"" is a collection of articles written by Henry Emil Otto Heinemann in 1908, discussing the principle of temperance. Heinemann explores the idea of moderation and balance in all aspects of life, including food, drink, work, and leisure. He...

The Young Phonographer V1: And Shorthand Beginner�������s Magazine is a book written by Oliver McEwan and published in 1893. The book is aimed at young readers who are interested in learning shorthand writing. It is a comprehensive guide that covers the basics of phonography,...

The Sign of B is a book written by George H. Eisenhart and published in 1918. The book is a mystery novel that revolves around a man named Benjamin Franklin Beale, who is known as B. B is a wealthy man who has disappeared,...

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...

The New Lace Embroidery: Punto Tagliato (1905) is a book authored by Louisa Augusta Tebbs. It is a comprehensive guide to the art of lace embroidery, specifically focusing on the technique of Punto Tagliato. The book contains detailed instructions and illustrations on how to...

The Rechabites: A Solemn Warning To Sincere Disciples Of Jesus is a book written by Cesar Henri A. Malan in 1844. The book is a warning to followers of Jesus about the dangers of compromising their faith and deviating from the path of righteousness....

The Story of Our Lord's Life is a book written by Maud Montgomery and first published in 1904. It is a retelling of the life of Jesus Christ, from his birth in Bethlehem to his crucifixion and resurrection. The book is written in a...

The Tattooed Man: A Comic Opera is a book written by Harry Bache Smith and published in 1907. The book is a humorous and entertaining story that follows the adventures of a tattooed man named Bob, who travels with a circus. Bob is a...

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...

The Skaith of Guillardun: A Breton Romance is a novel written by Charles Whitworth Wynne and originally published in 1907. The story is set in Brittany, France, during the 15th century and follows the adventures of a young Breton nobleman named Gildas de Barfleur....

Theses Of Rational Philosophy: Publicly Defended By Four Students Of The Graduating Class, In Georgetown College, D.C. (1853) is a book written by Joseph O'Callaghan. The book consists of a collection of theses on rational philosophy which were publicly defended by four students of...

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...

The Most Beautiful Thing In The World is a novel written by Fletcher Harper Swift and published in 1905. The story follows the life of a young woman named Mary Burton, who grows up in a small New England town. Mary is known for...

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...

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...

The Naked Truth of Jesusism: From Oriental Manuscripts is a book written by Lyman Fairbanks George in 1914. The book delves into the origins and teachings of Jesusism, a religious movement that emerged in the early days of Christianity. George draws from various Oriental...

""The Work And The Counterwork: Or The Religious Revival In Belfast: With Explanation Of The Physical Phenomena"" is a book written by Edward Adderley Stopford and published in 1859. The book focuses on the religious revival that occurred in Belfast during the mid-19th century...

Thekla: A Drama is a play written by Aileen Cleveland Higgins and published in 1907. The play revolves around the character of Thekla, a young woman who is torn between her duty to her family and her desire for freedom and independence. Thekla is...

The Two Angels Or Love-Led: A Story Of Either Paradise, In Six Cantos is a book written by Thomas Clarke and published in 1867. The book is a poetic narrative that tells the story of two angels who are sent to Earth to guide...

The Somnambulist: An Opera, In Three Acts is a musical masterpiece created by Italian composer Vincenzo Bellini in 1854. This book is a libretto, which means it contains the lyrics and stage directions for the opera. The story revolves around a young woman named...

The Pastor's Gift to the Pupils of the Bulfinch Street Sunday School: January 1, 1849 is a book written by Frederick Turell Gray and published in 1849. The book is a gift from the pastor to the pupils of the Bulfinch Street Sunday School,...