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Kirkby Overblow and District is a historical book that provides a comprehensive record of the history, folklore, and old customs of the ancient parish of Kirkby Overblow. Written by Harry Speight, the book covers the West Riding of Yorkshire and was first published in...

British Locomotives: Their History, Construction, and Modern Development is a comprehensive book written by Charles John Bowen Cooke and published in 1900. The book provides a detailed account of the history, design, and construction of locomotives in Britain, from the early steam engines to...

A Standard History Of Elkhart County, Indiana V1: An Authentic Narrative Of The Past (1916) is a book written by Abraham E. Weaver that provides a comprehensive account of the history of Elkhart County, Indiana. The book covers the early settlement of the area...

""A Popular School History Of The United States: And Selections From The Writings Of Eminent American Historians, And Other American Writers Of Note"" is a book written by John J. Anderson and published in 1880. The book provides a comprehensive history of the United...

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The History of Louisiana by Pratz, Le Page Du is a comprehensive account of the early history of the Louisiana territory, from the arrival of the French explorers in the late 17th century to the end of the French and Indian War in 1763....

The History of Butler County Kansas Volume 1, written by Vol. P. Mooney and originally published in 1916, is a comprehensive record of the early history of Butler County, Kansas, USA. The book is divided into several chapters that cover the county's history from...

When I wrote and published these essays starting right before and during the first months of the pandemic shut down in New York City I suspected that we weren't going back to anything we'd come to accept as "normal" but I sure did not...

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...

This collection of essays explores a wide range of topics demonstrating why the Shakespeare authorship question matters in the understanding and appreciation of the plays of Shakespeare. By shifting our focus away from the public theaters of London to the court of Queen Elizabeth,...

Psychoanalysis: Its History, Theory And Practice is a comprehensive book written by Andre Tridon that delves into the history, theory, and practice of psychoanalysis. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part focusing on the history of psychoanalysis, tracing its origins...

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 is a new release of the original 1930 edition.Author: John G. Jr. SimsISBN-10: 1494068605ISBN-13: 9781494068608Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 274Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.81lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.58d

""History of the Davis Family"" is a genealogical book written by Albert Henry Davis in 1888. The book traces the lineage of the Davis family, starting with John Davis, a native of England who died in East Hampton, Long Island in 1705. The author...

The History of Kiwanis is a comprehensive book that provides an in-depth look into the history and evolution of the Kiwanis organization. Written by Kiwanis International, the book covers the origins of the organization, its growth and development over the years, and the impact...

Author: Civil Service Commission, M. Barris TaylorISBN-10: 1258541726ISBN-13: 9781258541729Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/26/2013Pages: 184Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.56lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.39d

Author: Abraham Wolf, Friedrich Dannemann, A. ArmitageISBN-10: 1258484137ISBN-13: 9781258484132Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/15/2012Pages: 788Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.28lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.57d

Author: William G. CookISBN-10: 1258184168ISBN-13: 9781258184162Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 56Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.19lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.12d

""A History of Meade County, Kansas"" is a historical account of the formation and development of Meade County, Kansas, written by Frank Seymour Sullivan and first published in 1916. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of the county's...

""Natural History of the Honeybee: Or Are Bees Reflex Machines?"" is a book written by Hugo Berthold Von Buttel Reepen in 1917. The book explores the natural history of honeybees and their behavior, focusing on the question of whether bees are simply reflex machines...

""History of the Island of Corfu: And of the Republic of the Ionian Islands"" is a comprehensive account of the rich history of the island of Corfu and the Republic of the Ionian Islands. The book was written by Henry Jervis-White Jervis in 1852...

Knaresburgh And Its Rulers is a historical book written by William Wheater in 1907. The book provides a vivid account of the rulers who governed the town of Knaresborough in North Yorkshire, England, from the 11th century until the early 20th century. Wheater delves...

General Joseph Graham: And His Papers On North Carolina Revolutionary History is a historical book written by William Alexander Graham in 1904. The book is focused on the life and contributions of General Joseph Graham, a prominent figure in the American Revolutionary War who...

Amos Richardson of Boston and Stonington is a historical book written by Rosell Lewellyn Richardson in 1906. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and legacy of Amos Richardson, a prominent figure in the early days of Boston and Stonington. The author...

""History of the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1824-1894"" is a comprehensive account of the founding and development of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, a private research university located in Troy, New York. The book, authored by Palmer C. Ricketts, covers a period of 70 years, starting from...

""History Of The Girondists V1: Or Personal Memoirs Of The Patriots Of The French Revolution"" is a historical book written by Alphonse De Lamartine. The book is a detailed account of the political group known as the Girondists, who were a faction of moderate...

""Lights and Shadows of Yosemite"" is a book by Katherine Ames Taylor which features a collection of favorite views of Yosemite National Park, along with a brief account of its history and legends. The book is a stunning visual journey through the park's natural...

The History of the Independent Order of Good Templars is a comprehensive account of the origins, development, and achievements of the Independent Order of Good Templars (IOGT), a fraternal organization dedicated to promoting temperance and sobriety. Written by Isaac Newton Peirce, a prominent member...

Wilhelm FriedrichThe Philosophy of History is a classic work of philosophy by German philosopher Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel. First published in 1837, the book is a comprehensive exploration of the nature of history, its meaning, and its purpose. Hegel's central thesis is that history...

Thousand Years of Yesterdays is a book written by H. Spencer Lewis, which explores the history of human civilization from ancient times to the present day. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different era of human history, starting with prehistoric...

Newtown's History And Historian Ezra Levan Johnson (1917) is a book written by Jane Eliza Johnson that provides a comprehensive account of the history of Newtown, a town located in Fairfield County, Connecticut. The book focuses on the life and work of Ezra Levan...

Antarctica: Or Two Years Amongst The Ice Of The South Pole is a book written by Otto Nordenskjold, a Swedish explorer and scientist, in 1905. The book is a detailed account of Nordenskjold's two-year expedition to Antarctica from 1901 to 1903. The book provides...

The History of Beaver Springs, Pennsylvania and Centennial Souvenir Book is a comprehensive account of the town's development and growth over the course of a century. Written by Ammon Monroe Aurand and published in 1906, the book is a valuable resource for anyone interested...

The book ""History Of The Puritans In England"" by William Hendry Stowell was published in 1878 and provides a comprehensive account of the Puritan movement in England. The author traces the origins of Puritanism, its growth and development, and its impact on English society...

The Semi-Centennial of Anesthesia is a historical book written by Massachusetts General Hospital in 1897, which commemorates the 50-year anniversary of the discovery of anesthesia, the practice of administering drugs to prevent pain during medical procedures. The book provides a comprehensive account of the...

The Robinsons And Their Kin Folk, July 1906 is a book published in 1906 by the Robinson Genealogical Society. The book is a comprehensive genealogical record of the Robinson family and their extended relatives. It includes information on the family's history, lineage, and notable...

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...

From the esteemed New Yorker correspondent comes an incisive volume of essays and reportage that vividly illuminates Latin America's recent history. Only Alma Guillermoprieto, the most highly regarded writer on the region, could unravel the complex threads of Colombia's cocaine wars or assess the...

From the Booker-shortlisted author of Umbrella, a world-girdling collection of writings inspired by a life lived in and for literatureFrom one of the most unusual and distinctive writers working today, dubbed "the most daring and delightful novelist of his generation" by the Guardian, Will...

This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as...

An Outline History of English Literature takes a look at English literature as a whole, from the pre-Chaucerian period (500-1340 A.D.) down to the 1950s. Along the way, it profiles the great writers who have left their indelible marks on literature, such as Geoffrey...

Father Allan's Island is a novel written by Amy Murray and published in 1920. The story is set on a remote island off the coast of Scotland, where Father Allan, a young priest, is sent to minister to the small community of Catholics living...

""A History of Banking in the United States V1 (1900)"" is a comprehensive book written by John Jay Knox, an American banker and comptroller of the currency from 1872 to 1884. The book provides a detailed account of the development of banking in the...

Loreto And The Holy House: Its History Drawn From Authentic Sources is a book written by Godfrey E. Phillips and published in 1917. The book provides a comprehensive history of the Holy House of Loreto, which is believed by many to be the house...

Pioneering On The Congo V1 is a book written by W. Holman Bentley that provides a detailed account of his experiences as a Christian missionary in the Congo during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In this book, Bentley recounts his journey from...

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""Covered Bridges of the West: A History and Illustrated Guide, Washington, Oregon, California"" is a comprehensive book that explores the rich history of covered bridges in the western United States. Written by authors Adams and Kramer, the book provides an in-depth look at the...

Author: Stanislaw StrzetelskiISBN-10: 1258784076ISBN-13: 9781258784072Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/17/2013Pages: 254Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.76lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.53d