Literary Collections - General

and Measures is a comprehensive guide to measuring and weighing various household items and ingredients. Originally published in 1917, this book provides detailed instructions on how to accurately measure and weigh items such as flour, sugar, milk, and butter, as well as how to...

The book ""Papers Read Before The Down And Connor And Dromore Church Architecture Society, During The Year 1844"" was published in 1845 and features a collection of papers presented at the Down and Connor and Dromore Church Architecture Society during the year 1844. The...

Civil Procedure At Common Law is a book written by Alexander Martin in 1899. This book provides a comprehensive and detailed overview of the common law system of civil procedure, which was used in England and the United States at the time. The author...

Jail Journal: Or Five Years In British Prisons is a memoir written by John Mitchel and published in 1854. The book chronicles Mitchel's experiences as an Irish nationalist and his imprisonment in various British prisons, including the infamous Bermuda penal colony. Mitchel describes the...

Central Asian Portraits: The Celebrities Of The Khanates And The Neighboring States is a book written by Demetrius Charles Boulger in 1880. The book is a collection of portraits and biographies of famous people from Central Asia and the surrounding regions, including the Khanates....

Engraving: Its Origin, Processes, and History is a comprehensive book on the art of engraving, written by Henri Delaborde and originally published in 1886. The book provides a detailed history of engraving, from its earliest origins in ancient civilizations to its development in Europe...

""Anti-Pragmatism: An Examination Into The Respective Rights Of Intellectual Aristocracy And Social Democracy"" is a book written by Albert Schinz in 1909. The book explores the conflict between the intellectual aristocracy and social democracy, and challenges the idea of pragmatism as a solution to...

""A Lady's Visit to Manila and Japan"" is a travelogue written by Anna D'Almeida in 1863. The book documents her journey as a British woman traveling to Manila and Japan during the mid-19th century, a time when these countries were still relatively unknown to...

California And Alaska And Over The Canadian Pacific Railway (1890) is a travelogue written by William Seward Webb, an American railroad executive and diplomat. The book chronicles his journey from San Francisco, California to Alaska, and then back to the United States via the...

Clotel Or The President's Daughter is a novel written by William Wells Brown and published in 1853. The book is a narrative of slave life in the United States and tells the story of Clotel, a slave woman who is the daughter of Thomas...

""Christianity's Challenge and Some Phases of Christianity, Submitted for Candid Consideration"" is a book written by Johnson Herrick in 1881. The book is a thought-provoking analysis of the challenges that Christianity faces in the modern world. Herrick explores various phases of Christianity and how...

Libby Life is a memoir written by Federico Fernandez Cavada, a former prisoner of war during the American Civil War. The book is a firsthand account of Cavada's experiences as a prisoner in the notorious Libby Prison in Richmond, Virginia, from 1863 to 1864....

English Public Finance, From The Revolution Of 1688: With Chapters On The Bank Of England (1920) is a book written by Harvey Edward Fisk. The book provides a comprehensive account of the public finance system of England from the Glorious Revolution of 1688 to...

Bird Woman, Sacajawea, The Guide Of Lewis And Clark: Her Own Story Now First Given To The World is a historical biography written by James Willard Schultz and originally published in 1918. The book tells the story of Sacajawea, a Shoshone woman who played...

Hamlet Or Shakespeare�������s Philosophy Of History: A Study Of The Spiritual Soul And Unity Of Hamlet (1875) is a book written by Mercade that explores the deeper meaning behind Shakespeare's famous play, Hamlet. The book delves into the spiritual and philosophical themes present in...

""Analytical Summaries Of The Patents, Designs, And Trade Marks Act, 1883, And Of The Patent Laws Of All Foreign Countries And British Colonies"" is a book written by Alexander Melville Clark and published in 1884. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Patents,...

""Elementary and Practical Treatise on Subterranean Surveying: And the Magnetic Variation of the Needle Also the Method of Conducting"" is a book written by Thomas Fenwick and published in 1861. This book provides a comprehensive guide to subterranean surveying, which is the process of...

French Book Plates: A Handbook For Ex-Libris Collectors (1892) is a comprehensive guide written by Walter Hamilton for collectors of ex-libris, or bookplates, from France. The book provides a detailed history of French bookplates, including their origins, development, and styles. It also features a...

A Manual of Maritime Law is a comprehensive book written by Francesco Rocco in 1809. The book is divided into two parts: the first part is a treatise on ships and freight, and the second part is a treatise on insurance. The first part...

""Health In India For British Women: And On The Prevention Of Disease In Tropical Climates"" is a book written by Edward John Tilt, originally published in 1875. The book is a guide for British women who are planning to travel to India or other...

Fine And Industrial Arts In Elementary Schools (1912) is a comprehensive guidebook written by Walter Sargent, an experienced educator with a passion for art and industrial design. The book is designed to help teachers incorporate art and industrial arts into their elementary school curriculum,...

""Four Essays on Colonial Slavery"" is a collection of essays written by John Jeremie in 1831. The book offers a critical analysis of the institution of slavery in the colonies, particularly in the Caribbean. Jeremie discusses the economic, social, and political implications of slavery...

A Man Of Leisure: A Play In Three Acts (1903) is a dramatic work written by David Lowe. The play revolves around the character of Sir George Farringdon, a wealthy and idle man who has never worked a day in his life. He spends...

Coins of the Romans Relating to Britain is a historical book written by John Yonge Akerman and published in 1836. The book is a comprehensive study of the Roman coins that were used in Britain during the Roman occupation. It includes detailed descriptions of...

This book, titled ""A Selection From The Prolegomena Of Ibn Khaldun: With Notes And An English-German Glossary (1905)"" is a collection of writings by the renowned Arab historian and philosopher, Ibn Khaldun. The book has been edited and translated by Duncan B. MacDonald, a...

James Shirley, Dramatist: A Biographical and Critical Study (1915) is a book written by Arthur Huntington Nason. The book is a detailed examination of the life and works of James Shirley, a prominent playwright of the 17th century. Nason provides a comprehensive biography of...

""History Of The Virginia Company Of London: With Letters To And From The First Colony Never Before Printed"" is a historical book written by Edward D. Neill and published in 1869. The book provides a detailed account of the Virginia Company of London, which...

The History of the Town of Weston, Massachusetts, 1630-1890 is a comprehensive historical account of the town of Weston, Massachusetts, from its founding in 1630 up until 1890. The book was written by Daniel S. Lamson and was originally published in 1913.The book is...

Historical Memoirs of the Irish Rebellion, in the Year 1641 is a book written by John Curry and published in 1765. The book provides a detailed account of the Irish Rebellion of 1641, which was a period of conflict between the Irish Catholics and...

Hepburn of Japan, and His Wife, and Helpmates: A Life Story of Toil for Christ is a biographical book written by William Elliot Griffis and published in 1913. The book tells the story of a Christian missionary, Dr. James Curtis Hepburn, and his wife,...

Famous Sayings And Their Authors: A Collection Of Historical Sayings In English, French, German, Greek, Italian, And Latin is a book written by Edward Latham and published in 1906. The book is a comprehensive collection of famous sayings and their authors, covering a wide...

Fixed Bayonets: A Complete System of Fence for the British Magazine Rifle is a book written by Alfred Hutton in 1890. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of fencing with the British magazine rifle, which was a standard-issue weapon for the...

Explorations and Adventures in Honduras: Comprising Sketches of Travel in the Gold Regions of Olancho (1857) is a book written by William Vincent Wells. The book documents the author's travels and adventures in Honduras, particularly in the gold regions of Olancho. The book is...

Fifty Years Of Modern Painting, Corot To Sargent (1908) is a book written by John Ernest Phythian that provides a comprehensive overview of the development of modern painting from 1858 to 1908. The book covers the works of prominent artists such as Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot,...

Exhibition Of American Etchings, April 11th To May 9th, 1881 is a book written by Sylvester Rosa Koehler and published in 1881. The book is a catalog of an exhibition of American etchings that took place from April 11th to May 9th, 1881. It...

Exhibition Illustrating The Technical Methods Of The Reproductive Arts: From The Fifteenth Century To The Present Time, With Special Reference To The Photomechanical Processes is a book written by Sylvester Rosa Koehler in 1892. The book is a comprehensive guide to the various technical...

Essay On The Theory Of The Earth: With Mineralogical Illustrations (1822) is a scientific book written by Georges Cuvier, a French naturalist and zoologist. The book explores the geological history of the Earth, with a focus on the study of rocks and minerals. Cuvier...

""Elementary Calculus: A Textbook For The Use Of Students In General Science"" is a comprehensive guide to calculus written by Percy Franklyn Smith and first published in 1902. The book is intended for students studying calculus as part of a general science curriculum and...

The book ""Cremation Of The Dead: Its History And Bearings Upon Public Health"" by William Eassie was published in 1875. The book provides a detailed historical account of cremation as a practice and its impact on public health. The author discusses the benefits of...

The Catalogue Of Specimens Of Japanese Lacquer And Metal Work Exhibited In 1894: Burlington Fine Arts Club (1894) is a comprehensive guide to the exhibition of Japanese lacquer and metal work that was held at the Burlington Fine Arts Club in 1894. The book...

The Catalogue Of Paintings And Sculpture, Detroit Museum Of Art: Opening Exhibition, 1888 (1888) is a comprehensive guide to the inaugural exhibition of the Detroit Museum of Art. The book contains detailed descriptions and photographs of the paintings and sculptures on display, along with...

Bolingbroke: A Political Study and Criticism is a book written by Robert Harrop in 1884. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the life and political career of Henry St. John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke, who was a prominent figure in British politics during the...

""An Authentic Narrative of Some Remarkable and Interesting Particulars in the Life of John Newton"" is a book written by John Newton and published in 1765. The book is a collection of letters written by Newton to Mr. Haweis, detailing his life experiences. Newton...

Aero Engines: With A General Introductory Account Of The Theory Of The Internal-Combustion Engine is a book written by George Arthur Burls in 1915. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the theory and principles behind internal-combustion engines, with a specific focus on their...

Adventures Among The Dyaks Of Borneo is a travelogue written by Frederick Boyle in 1865. The book chronicles Boyle's experiences as he travels through the island of Borneo, exploring the land and meeting with the indigenous people known as the Dyaks. Boyle describes the...

Advanced Building Construction: A Manual For Students (1892) by Henry Fidler is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of building construction. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the properties of building materials, the design and construction of foundations, walls,...

""Abridged Grammars of the Languages of the Cuneiform Inscriptions"" is a book written by George Bertin in 1888. The book provides an overview of the grammar and structure of the languages used in the ancient cuneiform inscriptions, including Akkadian, Assyrian, Babylonian, and Sumerian. The...

A Residence Among The Chinese: Inland, On The Coast, And At Sea is a travelogue written by Scottish botanist and explorer, Robert Fortune. The book was first published in 1857 and is an account of the author's travels in China during the mid-19th century....

""British Soldier in India: The Letters of Clive Branson"" is a collection of letters written by Clive Branson, a British soldier who served in India during the early 20th century. The book provides a fascinating insight into the life of a soldier during this...

""The Letters of Madame V1"" is a historical book that features the correspondence of Elizabeth-Charlotte of Bavaria, who was also known as Princess Palatine and Duchess of Orleans, during her time at the court of King Louis XIV from 1661 to 1708. The book,...