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Good King Wenceslas: A Carol (1919) is a children's book written by Jessie Marion King. The book is based on the popular Christmas carol of the same name and tells the story of a generous king named Wenceslas who ventures out on a snowy...

Anabasis is a historical account written by Xenophon, a Greek soldier and historian, in the 4th century BC. The book tells the story of the Greek mercenary army known as the Ten Thousand, who were hired by Cyrus the Younger to overthrow his brother,...

""The Hudson Bay Company"" is a historical non-fiction book written by R.M. Ballantyne. The book explores the history of the Hudson Bay Company, which was founded in 1670 and played a significant role in the development of Canada. The author provides a detailed account...

The Hunchback of Notre Dame is a classic novel written by French author Victor Hugo. The story is set in 15th century Paris and follows the life of Quasimodo, a deformed hunchback who lives in the bell tower of Notre Dame Cathedral. Quasimodo is...

""Numbers: Their Meaning and Magic"" by Isidore Kozminsky is a comprehensive guide to the symbolism and significance of numbers in various cultures and contexts. The book explores the mystical and spiritual properties of numbers, as well as their practical applications in areas such as...

The History of Liberia by J.H.T. McPherson is a comprehensive account of the West African country from its founding in 1822 to the present day. The book covers the early history of Liberia, including its establishment as a colony for freed American slaves and...

History of the Jewish Physicians is a book written by Eliakim Carmoly and originally published in 1845. The book chronicles the history of Jewish physicians from ancient times to the 19th century. Carmoly was a prominent Jewish historian and scholar who wrote extensively on...

Croquet Tactics is a comprehensive guidebook written by Walter Jones Whitmore in 1868 that provides a detailed description of the various tactics and strategies involved in playing the popular lawn game of croquet. The book is illustrated with colored figures and diagrams that demonstrate...

Life's Clinic is a collection of sketches written by Edith Houghton Hooker in 1916. The sketches are based on real medical case histories and are written from the perspective of a physician. The book offers a unique insight into the lives of patients and...

Small Sawmills: Their Equipment, Construction And Operation is a comprehensive guidebook written by Daniel F. Seerey in 1918. The book provides a detailed overview of the equipment, construction, and operation of small sawmills. It covers various topics such as the selection of suitable site...

The book ""Moral Significance of Animals as Indicated in Greek Proverbs"" by Herbert Pierrepont Houghton explores the role of animals in ancient Greek culture and mythology. Through an analysis of Greek proverbs, the author examines the moral significance that animals held in ancient Greek...

The Atlatl or Spear-Thrower of the Ancient Mexicans is a book written by Zelia Nuttall in 1892. It is a detailed study of the ancient Mesoamerican weapon known as the atlatl or spear-thrower. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the atlatl's design, function,...

Saint Paul is a biographical work by the French philosopher and historian, Ernest Renan, published in 1869. The book is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life of Saint Paul, one of the most important figures in the early Christian church. Renan provides...

The Adventures of Gerard, The Lion Killer is a thrilling and action-packed book written by Jules Gerard. First published in 1858, this book is a fascinating account of Gerard's ten-year campaign among the wild animals of Northern Africa. As a professional hunter and adventurer,...

The Badland Formations of the Black Hills Region is a book written by Cleophas Cisney O'Harra and published in 1910. The book provides a comprehensive study of the unique geological formations found in the Badlands of the Black Hills region of South Dakota. O'Harra,...

The Franklin Expedition: Or Considerations On Measures For The Discovery And Relief Of Our Absent Adventurers In The Arctic Regions is a book written by William Scoresby and published in 1850. It focuses on the disappearance of the British Arctic explorer Sir John Franklin...

The Book of Esther is a religious text written by Annesley William Streane in 1907. It is a commentary on the Old Testament book of Esther, which tells the story of a Jewish woman who becomes queen of Persia and saves her people from...

""The Study of Mammalian Embryology"" is a comprehensive book written by Charles Sedgwick Minot in 1900. The book explores the development and growth of mammals from conception to birth, focusing on the embryonic and fetal stages. It covers topics such as fertilization, implantation, organ...

The Ancient and Honorable Mechanical Company of Baltimore: Historical Sketch is a book written by George Washington McCreary in 1901. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Ancient and Honorable Mechanical Company, an organization that was founded in Baltimore in...

The book ""Life of Charles Nerinckx: Pioneer Missionary of Kentucky and Founder of the Sisters of Loretto at the Foot of the Cross"" was written by William Joseph Howlett and published in 1915. It is a biography of Charles Nerinckx, a Belgian-born Catholic priest...

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 book ""Early History of Middle Tennessee"" by Edward Albright was published in 1909 and provides a comprehensive account of the early settlement and development of the Middle Tennessee region in the United States. The book covers the period from the arrival of the...

Works Councils in the United States is a book written by the National Industrial Conference Board in 1919. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the concept of Works Councils, which are employee representation systems that function alongside traditional trade unions. The book explores...

The Political Theories of Alexander Hamilton, written by Roland Jessup Mulford and first published in 1903, is a comprehensive examination of the political beliefs and ideas of one of America's founding fathers, Alexander Hamilton. The book covers Hamilton's life and career, including his contributions...

Astronomy For All, written by Bruno Hans Burgel in 1911, is an informative and comprehensive guide to the study of astronomy. The book covers various topics related to astronomy, including the history of astronomy, the solar system, stars, galaxies, and the universe. It provides...

An Essay Towards A History Of The Principal Comets That Have Appeared Since The Year 1742 is a book written by Charles Burney in 1769. The book is a historical account of the most significant comets that have appeared since the year 1742. Burney...

British Angling Flies is a book written by Michael Theakston and published in 1862. The book is a comprehensive guide to the various flies used in angling in Britain. It covers the history of angling and the development of different types of flies, including...

The Three of Us is a play in four acts written by Rachel Crothers in 1916. The story revolves around three women who are roommates in a New York City apartment: Mary, a successful businesswoman; Jean, an aspiring artist; and Agnes, a young woman...

The History of Rutherglen and East-Kilbride is a book written by David Ure and published in 1793. The book is aimed at promoting the study of antiquity and natural history in the areas of Rutherglen and East-Kilbride in Scotland. The author provides a detailed...

The New Whole Art of Confectionary: Sugar Boiling, Icing, Candying, Jelly Making, etc. is a comprehensive guide to the art of confectionery, originally published in 1828 by W.S. Steveley. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the creation of sweet treats,...

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...

Notes From The Life Of A Syrian (1860) is a book written by Antonius Ameuney that provides a detailed account of the life of a Syrian during the mid-19th century. The book is a collection of notes and observations made by Ameuney during his...

""Adventures In The African Jungle Hunting Pigmies"" is a non-fiction book written by William Edgar Geil and published in 1917. The book is a first-hand account of the author's expedition to the African jungle in search of the elusive pygmy tribe. Geil describes his...

The book ""Woman Suffrage Defended By Irrefutable Arguments"" was written by Daniel Parker Livermore in 1885. The book is a defense of the women's suffrage movement, arguing that women should have the right to vote. Livermore presents a variety of arguments in support of...

The Practice of Sheep Farming is a comprehensive guide to the management and care of sheep, written by Charles Scott and originally published in 1886. The book covers all aspects of sheep farming, from selecting and breeding sheep to managing their health and nutrition....

The Pyrenees and Shetland Knit Shawl and Scarf Book is a knitting guidebook written by Jane Gaugain in the year 1847. The book provides comprehensive instructions and patterns for creating beautiful shawls and scarves using traditional knitting techniques from the Pyrenees and Shetland regions....

Early Candlelight Stories is a collection of short stories written by Stella C. Shetter and originally published in 1922. The book contains a total of 14 stories, each of which is set in the late 19th or early 20th century and explores themes of...

""The Sexes In Science And History: An Inquiry Into The Dogma Of Woman�������s Inferiority To Man"" is a book written by Eliza Burt Gamble and published in 1916. The book challenges the prevalent belief that women are inferior to men, and examines the scientific...

The Conspiracy of Aaron Burr: A Historical Romance is a novel written by G.W. Simmons and published in 1854. The book is centered around the infamous American politician, Aaron Burr, and his alleged conspiracy to overthrow the United States government in the early 19th...

Poems, Consisting Of Miscellaneous Pieces, And Two Tragedies is a collection of literary works written by James Mylne and first published in 1790. The book includes a variety of poems that cover a range of themes and styles, from love and nature to politics...

Soldier""The Grayjackets And How They Lived, Fought And Died, For Dixie: With Incidents And Sketches Of Life In The Confederacy"" is a book written by a Confederate soldier in 1867. It provides a comprehensive account of the experiences of the Confederate soldiers during the...

The Waif by Nicholas Voinov is a compelling novel that follows the story of a young boy named Alexei, who is orphaned and left to fend for himself on the streets of St. Petersburg in the early 1900s. Alexei is forced to resort to...

Batiks: And How To Make Them is a book written by Pieter Mijer and originally published in 1919. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of batik, a traditional method of dyeing fabric that originated in Indonesia. The book covers the history...

The Dove of Peace is a comic opera in three acts written by Wallace Irwin and first published in 1912. The story follows the adventures of a group of travelers who are stranded in a small European country during a revolution. The main character,...

The Ineffable Glory: Thoughts On The Resurrection is a book written by Edward McKendree Bounds, originally published in 1921. The book is a collection of theological reflections on the resurrection of Jesus Christ and its significance for Christian faith and practice. Bounds explores the...

""Who Were The Early Settlers Of Maryland"" is a historical paper written by Ethan Allen and read before the Maryland Historical Society in 1866. The book provides a detailed account of the early settlers of Maryland, including their origins, culture, and impact on the...

The Holy Land And Its Inhabitants is a book written by Stephen Greenleaf Bulfinch in 1834. It is a detailed account of Bulfinch's travels through the Holy Land, including his observations of the people, culture, and landscape. The book is divided into several sections,...

The Warwick Woodlands: Or Things As They Were Twenty Years Ago is a novel written by Frank Forester and originally published in 1851. The story is set in the Warwick Woodlands, a rural area in New York State, and follows the lives of several...

The Virgin Mother: Retreat Addresses On The Life Of The Blessed Virgin Mary, As Told In The Gospels is a book written by Arthur Crawshay Alliston Hall and published in 1894. The book is a collection of retreat addresses that focus on the life...

The One Gospel, written by Arthur T. Pierson in 1889, is a book that combines the four narratives of the Evangelists (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) into one complete record. The book aims to provide a cohesive and unified account of the life and...