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""The Wives of Henry the Eighth and the Parts They Played in History"" by Martin Hume is a historical account of the six wives of King Henry VIII, one of the most infamous monarchs in English history. The book explores the lives and roles...

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Uncle Dick Wootton: The Pioneer Frontiersman Of The Rocky Mountain Region is a biographical account of the life and adventures of Richard ""Uncle Dick"" Wootton, a legendary figure of the American West. Written by Howard Louis Conard, the book chronicles Wootton's experiences as a...

The Psychology of Suggestion by Boris Sidis is a comprehensive study of the subconscious nature of human beings and society as a whole. The book explores the power of suggestion and its influence on the mind, behavior, and social interactions. Sidis delves into the...

""The Four Epochs of Woman's Life: A Study in Hygiene"" by Anna Mary Galbraith is a comprehensive examination of the physical and emotional changes women experience throughout their lives. Galbraith divides a woman's life into four distinct epochs: infancy and childhood, puberty and adolescence,...

A Defense Of Prejudice And Other Essays is a collection of philosophical essays written by John Grier Hibben. The book presents a series of arguments in defense of prejudice, which is defined as a preconceived opinion or judgment about a person or group of...

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""The Common Sense of the Exact Sciences"" is a classic work of scientific philosophy written by William Kingdon Clifford. Originally published in 1885, the book explores the nature of scientific knowledge and the relationship between science and common sense. Clifford argues that the methods...

News From Nowhere Or An Epoch Of Rest: Being Some Chapters From A Utopian Romance is a novel written by William Morris. The book is set in the future, in a utopian society where there is no private property, no money, and no government....

The Money Illusion is a book written by renowned economist Irving Fisher. The book was first published in 1928 and was revised and updated in 1930. The central theme of the book is the concept of the money illusion, which refers to the tendency...

Traditions of the Arapaho is a book that compiles the cultural and historical traditions of the Arapaho Native American tribe. It was collected under the auspices of the Field Colombian Museum and the American Museum of Natural History by George A. Dorsey. The book...

""Women: Her Sex and Love Life"" is a book written by William J. Robinson that explores the physical and emotional aspects of women's sexuality and relationships. The book delves into topics such as menstruation, pregnancy, childbirth, sexual desire, orgasm, and contraception. It also discusses...

The ""Iridiagnosis Text-Book: Guide In Treatment"" by J. Haskel Kritzer is a comprehensive guide to the practice of iridology, which is the study of the iris of the eye as an indicator of overall health. The book covers the history and theory of iridology,...

Psychical Research and Survival by James H. Hyslop is a comprehensive study of the paranormal phenomena and the possibility of life after death. The book explores the history of psychical research and the various theories and evidence that support the idea of survival after...

Memoirs of the Prince de Talleyrand V2 is a book written by Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand-Perigord, who was a French diplomat and politician during the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte. The book is a collection of memoirs that detail Talleyrand's experiences and observations during his time...

Egyptian Myth and Legend is a comprehensive book that explores the fascinating world of ancient Egyptian mythology and folklore. The author, Donald A. Mackenzie, delves into the intricate stories and beliefs of the ancient Egyptians, providing a detailed account of their gods, goddesses, and...

The Land of Haunted Castles by Robert J. Casey is a book that takes readers on a journey through the eerie and mysterious world of haunted castles. The author explores the history and legends behind some of the most famous castles in Europe, including...

""A Manual of the Historical Development of Art"" is a comprehensive guide to the evolution of art from prehistoric times to the early Christian era. Written by G.G. Zerffi, the book explores the various forms of art including architecture, sculpture, painting and ornamentation. The...

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Prose And Poetry On Male Friendship Assembled By This Important Precursor To The Modern Gay Movement.Author: Edward CarpenterISBN-10: 1162934158ISBN-13: 9781162934150Publisher: Kessinger PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/10/2010Pages: 200Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 6.00h x 9.02w x 0.42d

""History of American Manufactures from 1608 to 1860 V1"" is a comprehensive book written by J. Leander Bishop. The book provides a detailed account of the history of American manufacturing from the early colonial period to the mid-19th century. It explores the growth and...

Buddhism: In Its Connexion With Brahmanism And Hinduism And In Its Contrast With Christianity is a book written by Sir Monier Monier-Williams. The book explores the history and philosophy of Buddhism and its relationship with Brahmanism and Hinduism. It also compares and contrasts Buddhism...

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...

Haunted Houses by Charles MacKay is a fascinating book that explores the world of haunted houses. The author delves into the history of haunted houses, discussing the various myths and legends surrounding them. He also provides a detailed look at some of the most...

The One by Ramacharaka, Yogi is a spiritual book that explores the concept of the unity of all things. The author, who is a yogi and a student of Eastern philosophy, presents the idea that all things in the universe are interconnected and part...

Prostitution in Antiquity is a book written by Edmund Dupouy that explores the history of prostitution in ancient times. The book delves into the social, cultural, and economic factors that contributed to the practice of prostitution in ancient civilizations such as Greece and Rome....

The Happy Life by Marie Corelli is a book that explores the idea of finding happiness and contentment in life. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of happiness, such as health, wealth, love, and spirituality.Throughout...

The Secret Doctrine by Ramacharaka, Yogi is a spiritual and philosophical book that explores the nature of reality, the universe, and the human soul. The author, who is also known as William Walker Atkinson, draws on the teachings of Eastern spirituality and mysticism to...

The Jewish Stage by Gustav Karpeles is a comprehensive study of Jewish theater, tracing its history from ancient times to the early 20th century. Karpeles examines the cultural and historical context of Jewish theater, exploring its evolution from religious rituals to the modern stage....

""The Way to Divine Knowledge"" is a spiritual and philosophical book written by William Law, an 18th-century English cleric and theologian. The book explores the path to true knowledge and understanding of God, arguing that this can only be achieved through a deep and...

Hellenism by Norman Bentwich is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient Greek civilization and its profound impact on Western culture. The book delves into the history, philosophy, literature, art, and architecture of ancient Greece, providing readers with a deep understanding of the cultural and...

""Vegetarianism In The Religious Life Of All Ages"" is a book published by Theosophical Publishing that explores the role of vegetarianism in various religions throughout history. The book delves into the teachings of different spiritual traditions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and Christianity, and examines the...

Hadrian the Seventh is a novel written by Baron Frederick Corvo. It tells the story of George Arthur Rose, a failed poet who unexpectedly becomes Pope Hadrian VII. The novel is set in the early 20th century and explores themes of power, religion, and...

The Man Who Knew is a mystery novel written by Edgar Wallace. The story revolves around a man named John Minute, who is a wealthy businessman and the father of a beautiful young woman named Stella. John is murdered in his own home, and...

""The Golden Star of Halich: A Tale of The Red Land in 1362"" is a historical fiction novel written by Eric P. Kelly. The story is set in the year 1362 in a place called The Red Land, which is located in present-day Ukraine....

The Irish At The Front is a book written by Michael MacDonagh that explores the role of Irish soldiers during World War I. The book provides a detailed account of the experiences of Irish soldiers who fought on the front lines of the war,...

""A Lady of King Arthur's Court: Being a Romance of the Holy Grail"" is a historical fiction novel written by Sara Hawks Sterling. The story is set in the legendary kingdom of King Arthur and follows the life of a young woman named Elaine,...

Peasant Art in Sweden, Lapland and Iceland is a book written by Charles Holme that explores the traditional art and crafts of the rural communities in these Scandinavian countries. The book is divided into three sections, each focusing on a specific region and its...

A Child of the Sea and Life Among the Mormons is a memoir written by Elizabeth Whitney Williams. The book chronicles the author's life growing up in a seafaring family in the mid-1800s, and her later experiences living among the Mormon community in Utah....

Golf Bawls is a humorous and irreverent guide to golf, written by Richard Armour. The book is filled with witty observations, clever wordplay, and hilarious illustrations that poke fun at the game of golf and the culture that surrounds it. Armour takes aim at...

The Two Jungle Books by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of two classic novels, The Jungle Book and The Second Jungle Book. The Jungle Book is a collection of short stories about a boy named Mowgli who was raised by wolves in the Indian...

The Jesuits: A Historical Sketch by Edward Grinfield is a comprehensive account of the Jesuit Order, one of the most influential religious orders in the Catholic Church. The book provides a detailed history of the Jesuits, from their founding in the 16th century by...

The Pima and His Basket is a book written by J. F. Breazeale that provides a detailed account of the Pima tribe and their traditional art of basket weaving. The Pima tribe is a Native American tribe that resides in Arizona and has a...

Sri Bhagavad Gita 1898 is a religious and philosophical book written by Govindacharya A. It is a translation of the Bhagavad Gita, which is a sacred Hindu text. The book is written in English and is a comprehensive guide to the teachings of the...

""Old English Homilies and Homiletic Treatises of the Twelfth and Thirteenth Centuries"" is a scholarly work edited by Richard Morris. The book is a collection of Old English religious texts, including sermons and treatises, written between the 12th and 13th centuries. These texts were...

Chinese Religion Though Hindu Eyes: A Study in the Tendencies of Asiatic Mentality 1916 is a book written by Benoy Kumar Sarkar. The book is an exploration of Chinese religion through the lens of Hinduism, with a focus on the similarities and differences in...

The Life of General Hancock is a biographical book written by J.B. McClure that chronicles the life of Major General Winfield Scott Hancock, a prominent Union Army officer during the American Civil War. The book provides a comprehensive account of Hancock's life, from his...

The Tragedie of Titus Andronicus is a play written by William Shakespeare. The play tells the story of Titus Andronicus, a Roman general who returns to Rome after years of war. Upon his return, Titus is faced with a series of tragic events, including...

The New Testament in the Apostolic Fathers is a book published by the Oxford Society of Historical Theology. This book is a collection of writings by early Christian leaders known as the Apostolic Fathers, who lived in the first and second centuries AD. These...