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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...

Aucassin and Nicolete is a medieval French love story that has been translated into English by Andrew Lang. The book is an enchanting tale of a young nobleman named Aucassin who falls deeply in love with a beautiful and mysterious girl named Nicolete. However,...

""Betty Gordon at Boarding School"" is a children's novel written by Alice B. Emerson. The story follows Betty Gordon, a spunky and adventurous young girl, as she begins her first year at boarding school. Betty quickly makes friends with her classmates and becomes involved...

""An Essay on the History of Civil Society"" is a classic work of social and political philosophy by Scottish philosopher Adam Ferguson. First published in 1767, the book explores the development of human society from its earliest stages to the modern era. Ferguson argues...

At The Earth's Core is a science fiction novel written by Edgar Rice Burroughs. The story follows the adventures of David Innes, a wealthy American mining heir, and his eccentric inventor friend, Abner Perry. Together, they build a giant drilling machine called the ""iron...

Anne's House of Dreams is a novel written by Lucy Maud Montgomery and is the fifth book in the Anne of Green Gables series. The story follows Anne Shirley, a young woman who has recently married her childhood sweetheart, Gilbert Blythe. Together they move...

Aradia Or The Gospel Of The Witches is a book written by Charles G. Leland. It is a collection of Italian folklore and witchcraft practices that were passed down through generations of witches. The book is based on Leland's conversations with a Tuscan witch...

""Alexandria And Her Schools"" is a non-fiction book written by Charles Kingsley. The book provides a comprehensive account of the intellectual and cultural history of Alexandria, a city in Egypt, during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. Kingsley explores the development of the city's famous...

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 Prince of Bohemia is a novel written by the French author Honore De Balzac. The story is set in Paris during the early 19th century and follows the life of the protagonist, Raphael de Valentin, a young and handsome man who is born...

""A Treatise on Good Works"" is a theological work written by Martin Luther, a German theologian and key figure in the Protestant Reformation. In this book, Luther argues that good works, or actions performed in accordance with God's will, are not necessary for salvation....

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 Theologico Political Treatise"" is a philosophical work written by Benedict de Spinoza, a Dutch philosopher of the 17th century. The book explores the relationship between religion and politics, arguing that they should be separate entities. Spinoza critiques the prevailing religious and political systems...

A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man is a novel written by James Joyce and first published in 1916. It is a semi-autobiographical account of the early life and development of the protagonist, Stephen Dedalus, from his childhood in Dublin to his...

""A New Philosophy: Henri Bergson"" by Edouard Le Roy is a comprehensive study of the life and works of the French philosopher Henri Bergson. The book delves into Bergson's philosophy, which emphasizes the importance of intuition and experience in understanding reality. Le Roy provides...

A Monk of Fife is a historical fiction novel by Andrew Lang. The story is set in the 15th century during the Scottish War of Independence. The protagonist, Norman Leslie, is a young Scottish man who joins the army of King James III to...

Twenty Years at Hull House is a memoir written by Jane Addams, a social reformer and activist who co-founded the Hull House settlement in Chicago in 1889. The book chronicles Addams' experiences and observations during her twenty years of work at Hull House, a...

A Double Story by George MacDonald is a novel that tells the story of two sisters, Laura and Effie, who are separated at a young age. Laura is raised in a wealthy family and grows up to be a proud and selfish woman, while...

""A Hazard of New Fortunes"" is a novel written by William Dean Howells, originally published in 1890. The story revolves around Basil March, a struggling writer who moves to New York City with his wife and two children to try and make a better...

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 Dead Finger is a mystery novel written by S. Baring-Gould. The story follows the investigation of a murder that takes place in a small English village. The victim is a wealthy landowner named Sir John Bollamore, who is found dead in his study...

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 Adventures of Peregrine Pickle"" is a novel written by Tobias Smollett and published in 1751. The story follows the life of Peregrine Pickle, a young man who is born into a wealthy family but struggles to find his place in the world. He...

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 Four Feathers is a classic adventure novel written by A. E. W. Mason. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a British officer named Harry Feversham. Feversham resigns from the army just before his regiment is...

The Depot Master is a novel written by Joseph C. Lincoln that tells the story of a man named Cy Whittaker who works as the depot master in a small town in Cape Cod. Cy is a kind and hardworking man who is well-liked...

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 Catechism of Positive Religion is a philosophical book written by Auguste Comte, a French philosopher and founder of the philosophy of positivism. The book is a comprehensive guide to the principles of positive religion, which is a system of beliefs that emphasizes the...

The History of Religion by Allan Menzies is a comprehensive book that explores the origins and development of religion throughout history. The book provides a detailed account of primitive religious beliefs and practices, tracing the evolution of religion from its earliest forms to the...

Secret Societies of the Middle Ages is a book that delves into the mysterious and often misunderstood world of secret societies that existed during the medieval period. The author, who remains anonymous, provides a comprehensive overview of the various secret societies that existed during...

Vixen is a novel written by Mary Elizabeth Braddon, originally published in 1879. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Clarissa Lovelace, nicknamed Vixen. She is the daughter of a squire and lives a...

""Egyptian Mythology"" by W. Max Muller is a comprehensive guide to the ancient myths and legends of Egypt. The book explores the rich history of Egyptian religion, from the early worship of animals and nature spirits to the complex pantheon of gods and goddesses...

The Folklore Calendar by George Long is a comprehensive guide to the rich and varied folklore and customs of the British Isles. The book is organized by month, with each chapter exploring the traditional beliefs, stories, and practices associated with the different seasons and...

1914. This book contains volumes 1 and 2 of the original work. Arthur Edward Waite is known for his writings on such varied subjects as alchemy, Freemasonry, the Holy Grail, cartomancy, magic, the tarot and various occult sciences. This book contains a collection of...

The book ""Works of Robert G. Ingersoll: Lectures V3"" is a collection of lectures written by the American orator and writer Robert G. Ingersoll. This volume is the third in a series of books that compile Ingersoll's works. The lectures cover a range of...

The Abbe Constantin is a novel written by Ludovic Halevy. The story is set in France and revolves around the life of a young priest named Abbe Constantin. He is a kind and compassionate man who is loved by the people in his parish....

The Story of Quakerism is a comprehensive book that delves into the history and beliefs of the Quaker religion. Written by Elizabeth Braithwaite Emmott, a prominent Quaker author and scholar, the book provides a detailed account of the Quaker movement from its origins in...

Human Animals is a thought-provoking book written by Frank Hamel that explores the complex relationship between humans and animals. Hamel delves into various aspects of this relationship, including the ways in which humans have historically used animals for food, clothing, and labor, as well...

Wonders of the Invisible World is a book written by Robert Calef and published in 1700. The book is a historical account of the Salem witch trials that took place in Massachusetts in the late 17th century. Calef was a contemporary of the trials...

The Home Lover's Library V8 is a book written by Orison Swett Marden that is designed for those who love their homes and want to make them even better. This particular volume is the eighth in a series and covers a range of topics...

Practical Salesmanship is a comprehensive guidebook written by B. J. Williams that provides readers with a step-by-step approach to mastering the art of salesmanship. The book is designed to help both novice and experienced salespeople improve their selling techniques and increase their sales productivity....

The Rule of Faith by W. P. Paterson is a book that explores the concept of the ""rule of faith"" in Christianity. The author argues that the rule of faith is a fundamental principle of Christian belief that has been passed down through the...

1910. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766162265, 0766162281. Volume 2 of 3. The stories found in these volumes are practically literal translations of the written Sinhalese originals. Parker's aim was to present them as nearly as possible in the words in...

Edgar Allan Poe: How to Know Him is a biographical book written by C. Alphonso Smith, which provides an in-depth exploration of the life and works of the legendary American author, Edgar Allan Poe. The book delves into the personal and professional life of...

Flemish Legends is a book written by Charles De Coster, which is a collection of traditional folktales and legends from Flanders, a region in Belgium. The book includes stories of heroic knights, mischievous fairies, cunning witches, and other supernatural creatures that were believed to...

The Saints' Everlasting Rest is a Christian devotional book written by Richard Baxter, a 17th-century English Puritan theologian and pastor. The book explores the concept of heaven and the afterlife, and encourages readers to live a godly life in order to attain eternal rest...

Virgil's Works: The Aeneid, Eclogues and Georgics is a collection of three major works by the ancient Roman poet, Virgil. The Aeneid is an epic poem that tells the story of Aeneas, a Trojan hero who travels to Italy and becomes the ancestor of...

""World Revolution Or the Plot Against Civilization"" is a book written by Nesta H. Webster, first published in 1921. The author explores the concept of global revolution and the various political and social movements that advocate for it. The book examines the origins of...