Literary Collections - General

The book titled ""National Association Of Stationary Engineers: Five Years Questions And Answers, Volumes One To Five Inclusive (1902)"" is a comprehensive guide that covers a wide range of topics related to stationary engineering. This book was published by the National Association of Stationary...

David G. Farragut (1899) is a biography written by James Barnes, which tells the story of one of the most distinguished naval officers in American history. The book follows the life of David Glasgow Farragut, from his early days as a midshipman in the...

The Oneota: The Red Man As Soldier is a historical book written by Willard E. Yager and published in 1913. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Oneota people, who were a Native American tribe that lived in the Upper Mississippi Valley region...

""Statement On Behalf Of Historical Truth"" is a book written by Philippe Bunau-Varilla and published in 1912. The book is a historical account of the events leading up to the construction of the Panama Canal, which was a significant engineering feat at the time....

The Battle of Gettysburg, 1863 is a historical account of one of the most significant battles in American history. Written by Samuel Adams Drake in 1892, the book provides a detailed and comprehensive description of the three-day battle that took place in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania,...

Bench Work In Wood: A Course Of Study And Practice Designed For The Use Of Schools And Colleges is a book written by William Freeman Myrick Goss and published in 1888. This book is a comprehensive guide to woodworking, with a focus on teaching...

""Subjects for Mathematical Essays"" is a book written by Charles Davison and originally published in 1915. The book covers a wide range of mathematical topics and provides ideas for essays that can be written on each of them. Some of the topics covered in...

""Elements of Algebra: Being an Abridgment of Day's Algebra"" is a book written by James B. Thomson and published in 1843. The book is a condensed version of the popular algebra textbook ""Algebra"" by Jeremy Day. It covers the essential principles of algebra, including...

The Life And Death Of The Sublime Society Of Beef Steaks is a historical book written by Walter Arnold in 1871. The book gives an account of the Sublime Society of Beef Steaks, a dining club that was established in 1735 in London, England....

Henry Dickinson Smith: A Biography And Memorial (1908) is a book written by Henry D. Porter. It is a tribute to the life and accomplishments of Henry Dickinson Smith, a prominent figure in American history. The book provides a detailed account of Smith's life,...

""History of the Origin of Medicine"" is a book written by John Coakley Lettsom, which was originally published in 1778. The book is an oration that was delivered by Lettsom at the anniversary meeting of the Medical Society of London on January 19, 1778....

""History Of The Cavalry Of The Army Of The Potomac"" is a comprehensive account of the cavalry operations during the American Civil War, specifically those of the Army of the Potomac. Written by Charles D. Rhodes and originally published in 1900, the book covers...

The book ""Northern Opinion Of Approaching Secession: October, 1859 To November, 1860"" was written by Lawrence Tyndale Lowrey and published in 1918. The book provides a detailed account of the opinions and attitudes of Northern Americans towards the issue of secession in the months...

Burgoyne's Invasion of 1777 is a historical account of the British Army's attempt to capture Albany, New York during the American Revolutionary War. Written by Samuel Adams Drake and originally published in 1889, the book provides a detailed overview of the campaign, including the...

A Revision of the Genus Capsicum: With Especial Reference to Garden Varieties is a book written by Henry C. Irish in 1898. The book is a detailed analysis and revision of the Capsicum genus, with a focus on garden varieties. Irish provides an in-depth...

The Journal of William H. Richardson is a historical account of the experiences of a private soldier during the Campaign of New and Old Mexico under the command of Colonel Doniphan of Missouri. The book, written by Richardson himself, was first published in 1848...

My Sacramento is a book written by Charles Browning and published in 1922. The book is a personal memoir of the author's experiences and observations of Sacramento, California, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Browning provides a vivid description of Sacramento's history,...

""Names Of Soldiers Of The American Revolution Who Applied For State Bounty Under Resolves Of March, 1835, March, 1836; As Appears Of Record In Land Office"" is a historical record book authored by Charles J. House. The book was first published in 1893 and...

Observations On The Temple Of Serapis At Pozzuoli Near Naples is a book written by Charles Babbage in 1847. The book is a detailed account of the Temple of Serapis, which is located in Pozzuoli, Italy, near Naples. Babbage was a mathematician and inventor...

""Dogs, Their Origin and Varieties"" is a comprehensive guide to the history, breeds, and care of dogs, written by H.D. Richardson in 1874. The book explores the origins of dogs, their evolution, and the various breeds that exist, including their physical characteristics and temperaments....

""Velocity Diagrams: Their Construction And Their Uses"" is a book written by Charles William MacCord and first published in 1901. The book is intended for anyone interested in mechanical movements and provides a comprehensive guide to velocity diagrams, including their construction and various uses....

""Reflections Critical And Moral On The Letters Of The Late Earl Of Chesterfield"" is a book written by Thomas Hunter in 1780. The book is a critical analysis of the letters written by the late Earl of Chesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, to his son....

""A Sermon Of The Mexican War, Preached At The Melodeon, June 25, 1848"" is a religious text written by Theodore Parker in 1848. The book is a transcription of a sermon that Parker delivered at the Melodeon, a popular concert hall in Boston, on...

""John Thorn's Folks: A Study of Western Life"" is a book written by Angeline Teal in 1884. The book provides a comprehensive study of the lives of people living in the western part of the United States during the late 19th century. The main...

Proposed Indian Policy (1881) is a book written by James Newlin, which discusses the proposed policies for the treatment of Native Americans in the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed analysis of the political and social factors that influenced the proposed policies...

Experimental Harmonic Motion: A Manual For The Laboratory (1915) is a book written by G. F. C. Searle. The book is a comprehensive guide to conducting experiments on harmonic motion in a laboratory setting. It covers the theory and principles of harmonic motion, as...

A Revision Of The American Species Of Epilobium Occurring North Of Mexico is a book written by William Trelease and published in 1891. The book focuses on the revision of the American species of Epilobium, a genus of flowering plants commonly known as willowherbs....

General Officers of the Confederate Army: Officers of the Executive Departments of the Confederate States, Members of the Confederate Congress by States (1911) is a historical book written by Marcus J. Wright. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the Confederate Army's...

""Dates and Days in Europe: By an American Resident in London, 1914-1915"" is a historical book written by F. Purdy Palmer and published in 1915. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences and observations during his stay in Europe between 1914...

Prolegomena to History by Frederick J. Teggart, published in 1916, is a scholarly work that examines the relationship between history, literature, philosophy, and science. The book serves as an introduction to the study of history and its various interconnected fields. Teggart argues that history...

The book ""Natural History of the Tres Marias Islands, Mexico"" was written by C. Hart Merriam and was published in 1899. The book provides a detailed account of the flora and fauna of the Tres Marias Islands, which are located off the coast of...

The book ""Narrow Gauge Railroad System, A Complete Success: Its Adaptability To The Business Of The Pacific Coast"" was written by William Stuart Watson and first published in 1872. The book is a comprehensive study of the narrow gauge railroad system and its effectiveness...

Exhibition Of Naval And Other Prints, Portraits And Books Relating To The War Of 1812 is a book published by The Grolier Club in 1912. The book is a catalogue of an exhibition held by the club in the same year, showcasing a collection...

Who Is To Blame? Or Cursory Review Of American Apology For American Accession To Negro Slavery is a book written by James Grahame in 1842. The book provides a critical analysis of the American justification for the practice of slavery, particularly in the context...

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...

Some Historical Errors of James Ford Rhodes (1922) is a book written by John R. Lynch that discusses the historical inaccuracies of James Ford Rhodes, a prominent historian of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book examines Rhodes' works, including his multi-volume...

""A Sketch Of The Early Life And Of The Civil And Military Services Of Maj. Gen. John W. Geary"" is a biographical book written in 1866 by an unknown author and printed by King and Baird Printers. The book provides an account of the...

""John Adams And Daniel Webster As Schoolmasters"" is a historical book written by Elizabeth Porter Gould and published in 1903. The book highlights the educational contributions of two prominent figures in American history, John Adams and Daniel Webster. The first part of the book...

""The Approach of Academic to Spoken Style in German: A Study in Popular Scientific Prose from 1850 to 1914"" is a book written by Charles Fischer Sladen in 1917. The book is an academic study of the evolution of spoken style in German popular...

""Account Of The Fund For The Relief Of East Tennessee"" is a historical book written by Edward Everett, and published in 1864. The book provides an account of the fund that was set up to provide relief to the people of East Tennessee during...

Piping and Panning is a book written by Edwin Meade Robinson and published in 1920. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of piping and panning, which are two important techniques used in mining. The book covers a wide range of topics...

Per-Acids And Their Salts is a book written by T. Slater Price in 1912 that provides a comprehensive overview of per-acids and their salts. The book covers the history of per-acids, their properties, and their uses in various industries. It also discusses the methods...

The Practical Management of Dynamos and Motors is a book written by Francis B. Crocker in 1892. The book is a comprehensive guide to the practical aspects of managing dynamos and motors. It covers topics such as the construction and operation of dynamos and...

Babbitt is a novel written by Sinclair Lewis in 1922. The story is set in the fictional city of Zenith, which is located in the Midwestern United States. The protagonist of the story is George F. Babbitt, a middle-aged real estate agent who is...

The Radium-Uranium Ratio In Carnotites is a scientific book written by S. C. Lind and first published in 1915. The book is focused on the study of the ratio of radium to uranium in carnotites, a type of mineral that contains both of these...

Apgar's Plant Analysis: Adapted To Gray's Botanies (1874) is a book written by E. A. Apgar. The book is a guide to plant analysis, specifically adapted to Gray's Botanies. It was published in 1874 and is still considered a valuable resource for botanists and...

""History of the Isthmus of Panama"" is a comprehensive account of the historical and geographical significance of the Isthmus of Panama, written by Berthold Seemann in 1867. The book covers the pre-Columbian era, the Spanish conquest, the construction of the Panama Canal, and the...

""History and Folklore of the Cowichan Indians"" is a book written by Martha Douglas Harris in 1901. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history, culture, and traditions of the Cowichan First Nation, a group of indigenous people living on Vancouver Island, British...

Southern Polypores is a book written by William A. Murrill and published in 1915. The book is a comprehensive guide to the identification and classification of polypore fungi found in the southern regions of the United States. The author provides detailed descriptions of over...

The Hindustani Manual (1918) is a comprehensive language guidebook written by Douglas C. Phillott. It is designed to teach readers the basics of Hindustani, a language spoken in India, Pakistan, and other parts of South Asia. The book is divided into several sections, each...