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States during the time it became written. The book chronicles the author's journey as he traverses the American continent, embarking on a voyage of exploration and discovery. Through vivid descriptions and keen observations, Benwell paints a brilliant photo of the people, places, and cultures...

Zerah Hawley's Journal is a fascinating account of his travels through the northeastern United States and Ohio in the early 19th century. With vivid descriptions of the landscape, people, and culture of the region, this book provides a unique window into American history.This work...

Ancient Greek geographical writing is represented not just by the surviving works of the well-known authors Strabo, Pausanias, and Ptolemy, but also by many other texts dating from the Archaic to the Late Antique period. Most of these texts are, however, hard for non-specialists...

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Edward Verrall Lucas, CH (11/12 June 1868 - 26 June 1938) was an English humorist, essayist, playwright, biographer, publisher, poet, novelist, short story writer and editor.Born to a Quaker family on the fringes of London, Lucas began work at the age of sixteen, apprenticed...

Have you ever wanted to see America? I have My great-grandparents never went farther than the coal mines of Pennsylvania. My grandparents traveled as far as Philadelphia. My parents saw some of the East Coast states and California. Me, I wanted to see it...

The longest train route in Illinois runs more than 300 miles between Downtown Chicago and Carbondale. Learn about the interesting people, places, towns, and other attractions out your window while riding on this railroad line. We will share stories of the old Illinois Central...

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.Author: Isabella L. BirdISBN-10: 1508820481ISBN-13: 9781508820482Publisher: Createspace Independent...

Author: Janet E. MurphyISBN-13: 9798218468101Publisher: Sunface DesignLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/05/2024Pages: 90Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.39lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d

Did you ever fantasize about moving to a small town in the country or the forested mountains? Well then have a look at this slice of life as recorded in the Myers Flat News for the historically important years which included 9/11/2001, the initiation...

After relocating to Florida, author Rebecca A. Keen lived in a condo on Charlotte Harbor in Punta Gorda, a small community north of Fort Myers. On September 28, 2022, as the eye of Hurricane Ian barreled toward the harbor, she waited in terror. Initially...

Tiger 747 tells the story of the Boeing 747 in service with the Flying Tiger Line, Seaboard World and Federal Express, with an individual history of the thirty-four jumbos operated. An in-depth historical essay covers the history of the airline, starting with the American...

Wonders Of The World As Seen And Described By Great Writers (1912) is a book edited by Esther Singleton that explores the marvels of the world through the eyes of renowned writers. The book features a collection of essays that describe various natural and...

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John's Search for Santa is a magical and lyrical, journey to the North Pole to find the real Santa Claus. Arriving so close to Christmas and looking to find the man in red before he and his sleigh took off for his world tour,...

Did you ever fantasize about moving to a small town in the country or the forested mountains? Well then have a look at this slice of life as recorded in the Myers Flat News for the historically important years which included 9/11/2001, the initiation...

The sequel to Thank You, Lord for the Privilege delves more deeply into the day-to-day workings of God moving in the life of one of His servants. This same God also works through the lives of others (church leaders, relatives, and worldwide friends) to...

There is a saying, "It was a Friday night and it seemed like a good idea at the time." That sums up the beginning of the State Capitols Project.When Jane Moorman told her brother of her idea of photographing state capitols, he said, "You...

A compendium of local and national bird news but also a backdoor look at a family's outdoor memories, Barb Gorges has compiled 25 years of her Wyoming Tribune Eagle "Bird Banter" columns, plus a few Roadside Attractions and other writing in "Cheyenne Bird Banter:...

★Fairy Moms Grayscale Coloring Book ★A coloring book about the adorable relationship between fairy mothers and their adorable babies and children.A454 pagesFairy moms with babiesFairy moms with small childrenFairy moms with childrengirls and boysdifferent stylesand much more.A great "mother love" coloring book as a...

This gripping account of Hannibal's famous march across the Alps is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history. Drawing on ancient sources and modern scholarship, Henry Lawes Long brings to life the people, places, and events of this epic journey. This book is...

Kant is a figure of some importance in current debate about the nature of geography. In this detailed study, Dr May analyses Kant's concept of geography, placing it in the context of his philosophy. In addition, he analyses several currently held positions respecting the...

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,...

The Arctic Ocean encircles with a belt of eternal ice the desert confines of Siberia and North America-the uttermost limits of the Old and New worlds, separated by the narrow, channel, known as Behring's Straits. The last days of September have arrived. The equinox...

An enormously accessible account of the key philosophical ideas that have informed geographical research. A complete student guide to the theories, methodologies and histories of both human and physical geography.Author: Pauline CouperISBN-10: 1446282961ISBN-13: 9781446282960Publisher: Sage Publications LtdLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/15/2014Pages: 280Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.05lbsSize: 9.40h x...

This book is the true story of one man's attempt to live out his lifelong dream of sailing around the world to strange foreign ports in his own sailboat. Upon retiring from teaching school and farming in Michigan, Harold Knoll, Jr. left his forthcoming...

This book is the true story of one man's attempt to live out his lifelong dream of sailing around the world to strange foreign ports in his own sailboat. Upon retiring from teaching school and farming in Michigan, Harold Knoll, Jr. left his forthcoming...

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions...

In a trio of Island Boy Photobooks subtitled "My Life in Pictures," Arnold presents a visual history of his family and that of his wife, Helena. Through hundreds of family photos - most in full color - "My Life in Pictures 1" presents Arnold's...

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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...

Sarah's earliest memories included city life in Detroit, with little to no time spent in the great outdoors. Even moving to central Wyoming when she was eleven didn't change her belief that she was a city kid. Then she met Jeff.The summer before they...

After relocating to Florida, author Rebecca A. Keen lived in a condo on Charlotte Harbor in Punta Gorda, a small community north of Fort Myers. On September 28, 2022, as the eye of Hurricane Ian barreled toward the harbor, she waited in terror. Initially...

The spiritual journey of a Pilot, increasing his faith, through miracles. "Wings of Destiny" is the gripping true story of one pilot's harrowing ordeal and miraculous rescue after his plane crashed in a remote wilderness. Through this intimate account, the author explores how his...

Chef J Stephen Sadler's third book in the "Quest For The Best" series, "The World On My Plate" recipe book is a much anticipated book that features over 200 recipe's gathered through his world travel, with many of the very same dishes offered at...

Susan Zarif's memoir is a breathtaking journey from her traditional, small town American childhood to the University of Arizona in the 1960s where she met Salim, a Lebanese foreign student she later married. After graduation she went to Vietnam during the war from 1970-72....

An American Woman in the Vietnam War;The International Hippy Trail;American Ex-Pat in Jeddah;Saudi Arabia;American Married to an Arab Muslim;American Wife in Sidon;Lebanon;Civil War in Lebanon;Living Overseas for 25 YearsFull DescriptionSusan Zarif's memoir is a breathtaking journey from her traditional, small town American childhood to...

This scientific text provides a detailed look at two varieties of milkweed: the narrow-leaved and the broad-leaved. Author C. E. Fleming describes the physical characteristics of each plant, as well as its preferred habitat, behavior, and uses. With beautiful illustrations and thorough descriptions, this...

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,...

A complete guide for everything you need to experience a great Long Weekend in Chicagoland.There's nothing quite like a visit to the "City of Big Shoulders," as the poet Carl Sanders once dubbed Chicago. And boy, was he right. Never has a city been...

Bounded by three rivers and a mountain range, the town of Deerpark lies in the southwestern corner of Orange County. Once the frontier of America, the area took its name from what early settlers called their neighbor's fenced tract: McDaniel's Deer Park. The town...

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.Author: Matthew FlindersISBN-10: 1502837641ISBN-13: 9781502837646Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing...

Undefeated provides an engaging and thorough picture of how a family owned business developed, overcame challenges, and interacted with the rich context of the northern Michigan tourism industry. It is a very rare story of a three-generation family-owned and family-operated business that has had...

Tracing the history of Covington, Kentucky from its beginning in 1815 to the 21st century, the text and photographs depict a medium size city developing a solid manufacturing base and ample retail only to slide into economic decline with a falling population following World...

""Two Seasons in Switzerland"" is a travelogue written by Herbert Marsh and originally published in 1895. The book documents Marsh's experiences during two summers spent in Switzerland, providing a detailed account of his travels and adventures in the country. The author's vivid descriptions of...

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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

Author: Aj AnglebergerISBN-13: 9798990951006Publisher: Pine Bird PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2024Pages: 80Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.21lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.19d

Born and educated in Hungary, the author completed his high school education in Somerset, England.In 1944-45, he witnessed at close quarters the siege of Budapest by the Russian Army and the aftermath. He moved to England in 1947.Challenging years followed in London after leaving...