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""History of the Town of Lee, Massachusetts: A Lecture"" is a book written by Amory Gale and published in 1854. The book is a detailed account of the history of the town of Lee, Massachusetts, from its early settlement to the mid-19th century. The...

""Extracts From A Liturgy"" is a religious text that contains the order of morning and evening prayer, as well as the collects for Sundays and principal holidays. Published in 1793 by the Episcopal Church, this book provides a comprehensive guide for those seeking to...

""Memorial of the Walkers of the Old Plymouth Colony"" is a historical book written by James Bradford Richmond Walker in 1861. The book provides a detailed genealogical and biographical account of the Walker family, who were early settlers in the Plymouth Colony. The author...

Payne's Modern Homes: A Book of Designs of Cottages and Residences is a book written by George W. Payne and published in 1907. The book is a collection of architectural designs for homes and cottages that were popular during the early 20th century. The...

Walter Pater (1839-94) was the foremost Victorian writer on art and on aesthetic experience. He brought his extensive knowledge of the history of art to bear on the new problem of how to explain the very personal affective response to beauty, and raised this...

Walter Pater (1839-94) was the foremost Victorian writer on art and on aesthetic experience. He brought his extensive knowledge of the history of art to bear on the new problem of how to explain the very personal affective response to beauty, and raised this...

The Reformed Common Wealth of Bees is a book written by Samuel Hartlib in 1655. The book is a collection of letters and observations that were presented to his friend, Sammuel Hartlib. The book talks about the reformation of the beekeeping industry and how...

The History of Walker Family, 1775-1916 is a book written by Minerva A. Carr Muir and published in 1916. The book is a detailed account of the Walker family, tracing their history from 1775 to 1916. The author provides a comprehensive genealogy of the...

American Versus English Methods of Bridge Designing is a historical book written by John Alexander Low Waddell in 1886. The book compares and contrasts the different approaches to bridge designing used by American and English engineers during the 19th century. Waddell, a renowned American...

""A Description, With Notes, Of Certain Methods Of Planting, Training, And Managing All Kinds Of Fruit Trees, Vines, Etc."" is a book written by Philip Le Brocq in 1786. The book provides a comprehensive guide on planting, training, and managing various fruit trees and...

The Obsession of Victoria Gracen is a novel written by Grace Livingston Hill in 1915. The book tells the story of Victoria Gracen, a young woman who has grown up in a wealthy family and has always been used to getting what she wants....

The Life of Florence Nightingale is a biographical book written by Sarah A. Tooley in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of Florence Nightingale, a British social reformer and statistician who is best known for her pioneering work as a...

The Life Of Robert Frampton, Bishop Of Gloucester: Deprived As A Non-Juror 1689 (1876) is a biography written by Thomas Simpson Evans. The book tells the story of Robert Frampton, who was the Bishop of Gloucester during the late 17th century. Frampton was a...

The House of Cards is a novel written by Hannah Gartland and first published in 1922. The story revolves around a young girl named Mary who is sent to live with her aunt and uncle in a large country house. Mary is initially excited...

Rivals For America is a historical book written by Francis Parkman and published in 1916. The book is an account of the rivalry between France and England for control over North America during the 17th and 18th centuries. It provides a detailed and comprehensive...

The Wolfe Expedition to Asia Minor is a historical account of the travels and discoveries made by American archaeologist John Robert Sitlington Sterrett during his expedition to Asia Minor in 1888. The book details Sterrett's journey through the region, including his encounters with local...

Piles and Pile Driving: Being a Reprint of Some of the Articles Which Have Appeared in Engineering News on Pile Driving (1893) is a book written by Rudolph Hering. This book is a compilation of articles that were originally published in the Engineering News...

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...

A Treatise On Government, And Constitutional Law: Being An Inquiry Into The Source And Limitation Of Governmental Authority According To American Theory (1867) is a comprehensive book written by Joel Tiffany. The book delves into the source and limitations of governmental authority according 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...

Map Reading and Intelligence Training is a guidebook written by C.D.A. Barber in 1917. The book is designed to provide readers with the skills and knowledge necessary to read and interpret maps accurately. It covers a range of topics, including map reading basics, map...

No Natural Law In The Spiritual World is a book written by Francis John Bodfield Hooper that provides a review of H. Drummond's book, Natural Law In The Spiritual World, which was published in 1884. The book discusses the concept of natural law in...

""Fatinitza: A Comic Opera, In Three Acts"" is a musical work by Austrian composer Franz von Suppe, first performed in Vienna in 1878. The story is set in the Ottoman Empire and follows the adventures of Fatinitza, a beautiful and cunning young woman who...

""State of Egypt After the Battle of Heliopolis"" is a book written by Jean Louis Ebenezer Reynier in 1802. The book provides a comprehensive account of the political and physical state of Egypt after the Battle of Heliopolis, which took place during the French...

Madame Fontenoy is a historical novel written by Margaret Roberts and first published in 1866. Set in 18th-century France, the story follows the life of the titular character, Madame Fontenoy, a wealthy and influential woman who becomes embroiled in the political and social upheaval...

Fatal Curiosity: A True Tragedy Of Three Acts is a play written by George Lillo in 1737. The play tells the story of a family who falls victim to their own curiosity and greed. The main character, Walter, is a prosperous merchant who becomes...

A study of the intellectual and cultural underpinnings of the idea of internationalism. Argues that a global outlook is necessary to address the problems of the modern world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge...

This inspirational book explores the concept of the willingness of God and encourages the reader to have greater faith in the power of prayer and divine intervention. Drawing on personal experiences and anecdotes, the author, Joseph Godman Rainsford, provides a roadmap for spiritual growth...

In this classic work of philosophy, Robert Boyle explores the relationship between reason and religion. He argues that reason and faith are not mutually exclusive, but rather complementary ways of understanding the world. Boyle draws on a wide range of sources, from Greek philosophy...

This practical pocket guide provides engineers, machinists, and steam-users with all the essential tables and formulas for working with coal and steam power. With easy-to-follow instructions and clear illustrations, this book is an indispensable reference for anyone involved in the engineering or steam industries.This...

Caribou Shooting in Newfoundland is a thrilling account of the author's experiences hunting caribou in the forests and tundras of Newfoundland. Along with vivid descriptions of the landscape and wildlife, the book also provides a fascinating historical overview of England's oldest colony, from its...

Philip Nelson's book provides a detailed look at the coinage produced by William Wood during the early 18th century. It's a fascinating glimpse into the economics and politics of the era.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part...

Samuel Simmins shares his hard-won knowledge of beekeeping in this practical guide for those who wish to make a living from the care and cultivation of honeybees. Simmins offers expert advice on hive construction and placement, queen bee rearing, and honey extraction, all presented...

This book provides an introduction to the study of botany. Barton examines the structure, habits, and properties of plants in a clear and concise manner. He also includes numerous illustrations and descriptions of various species of plants. This book is an invaluable resource for...

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,...

Join Judy Wolf for a romp through all those whispers of enticing afterthoughts that fleetingly linger in our imaginations, but rarely reach the surface. TIDBITS TOO is a tidbit for the mind...a feast for the soul!Author: Judith G. WolfISBN-10: 099678604XISBN-13: 9780996786041Publisher: Judith G WolfLanguage:...

Onyx magazine is an international journal of writing, literature and linguistics designed to provide a platform for creative artists, academicians, and journalists to publish and share their work.Author: Joe Geran,Kambon ObayaniISBN-10: 0996656561ISBN-13: 9780996656566Publisher: Jasmaya Publishing House, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/12/2016Pages: 194Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.02lbsSize: 11.02h x...

Candy: A Collection To Satisfy Your Sweetest Cravings, is an eclectic collection which ranges from the romantic to the taboo and from the intimate to the voyeuristic. With sensitivity, passion and at times humor, these poems capture the delights of sex, sexuality, love, lust...

"We" documents and performs a friendship begun in 1984, a friendship that deepened when the authors crossed the Austrian-Yugoslav border to follow a character in Peter Handke's "Repetition" for their own book, "Repetitions". The friendship matured as they traveled up the war-troubled Drina River...

Poetry. A philosophy of architecture conveyed through poetics. Organizing Principle: We begin our lives unconsciously in fully formed homes, abstract the architectural structure from the built environment, and finally move out into the ethical world of the city.Author: Francis RavenISBN-10: 0979241049ISBN-13: 9780979241048Publisher: Silenced PressLanguage:...