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A Woman's Confessional is a book written by Helen Woljeska and published in 1905. The book is a memoir that chronicles the author's life from her childhood in Poland to her experiences as a young woman in America. Woljeska writes candidly about her struggles...

An Illustrated History Of The Hat: From The Earliest Ages To The Present Time (1848) is a comprehensive book written by John Nicholas Genin. This book explores the history of hats from ancient times to the present day, providing a detailed account of how...

""An Account of the Congo Independent State"" is a historical book written by Henry Phillips Jr. in 1889. The book provides a detailed overview of the Congo Independent State, which was established by King Leopold II of Belgium in 1885. Phillips Jr. was an...

""A Sketch of the History of the Abbey of Abingdon"" is a historical book written by John Slatter and published in 1881. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Abbey of Abingdon, which was a major religious institution in England during the Middle...

The Pioneer History of Coos and Curry Counties, Oregon: Heroic Deeds and Thrilling Adventures of the Early Settlers is a book written by Orvil Dodge and published in 1898. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early settlement of Coos and Curry Counties...

The History and Antiquities of the Name and Family of Kilbourn: In Its Varied Orthography is a book written by Kilbourne, Payne Kenyon and published in 1856. The book is a comprehensive study of the Kilbourn family, tracing its origins and history through various...

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The Heimskringla Or The Sagas Of The Norse Kings V1 (1889) is a historical book written by Snorri Sturluson. It is a compilation of sagas and tales that recount the history of the Norse kings from the earliest times up until the 12th century....

The History of Ireland: From the Earliest Period to the English Invasion is a historical book written by Geoffrey Keating and first published in 1857. The book chronicles the history of Ireland from its earliest known origins up until the arrival of the English...

The History of Imperial County, California is a comprehensive book written by Finis C. Farr in 1918. The book provides a detailed account of the formation and development of Imperial County, from its early days as a part of San Diego County to its...

The History of Ridgefield, Connecticut: From Its First Settlement to the Present Time is a book written by Daniel Webster Teller in 1878. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Ridgefield, a town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, from its earliest days...

The History of Ohio: From Its Earliest Settlement to the Present Time is a historical book written by William Henry Carpenter and published in 1854. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Ohio, from its earliest days as a frontier territory...

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""The History of Polperro: A Fishing Town on the South Coast of Cornwall"" is a book written by Jonathan Couch in 1871. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Polperro, a small fishing village located on the south coast of Cornwall,...

""The History of the Early Postmarks of the British Isles: From Their Introduction Down to 1840"" is a historical book written by John G. Hendy and published in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early postmarks used in the British Isles...

The History And Antiquities Of Filey: In The County Of York (1828) is a book written by John Cole that offers a comprehensive account of the history and antiquities of Filey, a town located in the county of York in England. The book is...

""Twenty-Five Years of Brewing"" is a historical account of the American beer industry, written by George Ehret and first published in 1891. The book provides a detailed overview of the brewing process and the evolution of American beer from the early 19th century to...

""The Influence of Sea Power on the History of the Roman Republic"" is a historical book written by Frederick William Clark in 1915. It explores the impact of naval power on the Roman Republic, covering a period from the early days of the Republic...

Western Australia: Its History And Progress, The Native Blacks, Towns, Country Districts, And The Goldfields (1902) is a historical book written by Jonathan Ceredig Davies. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and progress of Western Australia, including the experiences of the...

The History of the Parish of St. Petrock, Exeter, As Shown By Its Churchwardens������� Accounts and Other Records is a book written by Robert Dymond and published in 1882. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the parish of St. Petrock...

The History of Horsley is a book written by Rudkin and Messing in 1884. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of the English village of Horsley, located in the county of Derbyshire. The authors have traced the history of the village...

""The History of Nutley: Essex County, New Jersey"" is a comprehensive account of the development and growth of Nutley, a small town located in Essex County, New Jersey. Written by Elizabeth Stow Brown and originally published in 1907, this book provides a detailed look...

Pandosto: The Triumph of Time is a book written by Robert Greene and published in 1902. The book is a romantic novel set in ancient Greece and tells the story of King Pandosto, who is married to Queen Bellaria. Pandosto becomes jealous of his...

The History And Culture Of The Olive is a book written by King and Mitchell in 1846. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and cultural significance of the olive plant. The authors explore the origins of the olive tree, its cultivation...

The book ""Pioneer History Of Wise County: From Red Men To Railroads, Twenty Years Of Intrepid History"" is a historical account of the early settlement and development of Wise County, Texas. Written by Cliff Donahue Cates and originally published in 1907, the book covers...

""The Kings of Judah and Israel: Or The History of the Jews"" is a book published in 1837 by the Religious Tract Society. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of the Jewish people, focusing specifically on the reigns of the kings...

""History of Hamilton and Clay Counties, Nebraska V2 (1921)"" is a book written by George L. Burr that provides a comprehensive account of the history of two counties in Nebraska, namely Hamilton and Clay. The book is the second volume in a series and...

""History Of The Wesleyan Academy: At Wilbraham, Massachusetts, 1817-1890"" is a comprehensive account of the founding and development of the Wesleyan Academy in Wilbraham, Massachusetts. This book, written by David Sherman and published in 1893, covers the history of the academy from its establishment...

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Reminiscences Of Many Years V2 is a book written by Charles John Shore and published in 1878. The book is a memoir that chronicles the author's life and experiences over a long period of time. It is the second volume of a two-part series,...

Coss������o""History of the Conquest of Peru, by the Spaniards"" is a book written by Telesforo De Trueba Y Coss������o in 1830. The book is a detailed account of the Spanish conquest of Peru, which began in 1532 and lasted for several decades. The author...

Popery Exposed, An Exposition Of Popery As It Is: With A History Of The Men, Manners, And Temporal Government Of Rome In The Nineteenth Century is a book written by Ferdinando Petruccelli De La Gattina in 1875. The book is an in-depth exploration of...

The History of Christina, Queen of Sweden is a book written by Jacques Lacombe in 1766. The book is a biography of Christina, the Queen of Sweden who ruled from 1632 to 1654. The book provides a detailed account of Christina's life, including her...

The Evil and Danger of Apostasy: As Exemplified in the History of Francis Spira is a book written by John Poynder and published in 1832. The book tells the story of Francis Spira, a 16th-century Italian lawyer who renounced his Protestant faith and returned...

""Reminiscences of the District of Columbia: Or Washington City Seventy-Nine Years Ago, 1830-1909"" is a memoir written by Sarah E. Vedder in 1909. The book provides a detailed account of the author's personal experiences living in Washington D.C. during the mid-19th century. Vedder shares...

The History of Ackworth School is a book written by George F. Linney and published in 1853. The book provides a comprehensive account of the establishment and development of Ackworth School, a Quaker school located in West Yorkshire, England. The author traces the history...

""An Essay On The Governing Causes Of The Natural Rate Of Interest"" is a book written by Joseph Massie and published in 1912. The book is a detailed analysis of the factors that influence the natural rate of interest in an economy. Massie argues...

The Lost Kingdom is a historical fiction novel written by Chester Bryant. The story is set in medieval England and follows the life of a young girl named Elfrida who is the daughter of a powerful lord. Elfrida is a headstrong and independent girl...

History of the Huston Families and Their Descendants, 1450-1912: With a Genealogical Record is a book written by E. Rankin Huston and published in 1912. The book is a comprehensive genealogical record of the Huston family, tracing its history and descendants from 1450 to...

""History Of The Frasers Of Lovat, With Genealogies Of The Principal Families Of The Name: To Which Is Added Those Of Dunballoch And Phopachy"" is a book written by Alexander MacKenzie and published in 1896. The book is a comprehensive history of the Fraser...

History of Benton County, Oregon is a comprehensive book written by David D. Fagan in 1885. The book provides a detailed account of the history, geology, topography, soil, and productions of Benton County, Oregon. It covers the early settlement of the county, the Native...

The book ""History Of The Town Of Remington And Vicinity: Jasper County, Indiana (1894)"" is written by James H. Royalty and provides a comprehensive account of the historical development of the town of Remington and the surrounding areas in Jasper County, Indiana. The book...

""History And Legend: Fact, Fancy And Romance Of The Old Mine Road, Kingston, New York, To The Mine Holes Of Pahaquarry"" is a book written by Charles Gilbert Hine and published in 1908. The book is a detailed account of the history and legends...

The book titled ""History of the Ely Reunion: Held at Lyme, Connecticut, July 10, 1878"" is a historical account of a family reunion that took place in Lyme, Connecticut on July 10, 1878. The author of the book is Margaret Elizabeth Dunbar Stuart. The...

The Complete History of Alpena County, Michigan (1876) by William Boulton is a comprehensive account of the early history of Alpena County, Michigan. The book covers the period from the earliest settlements in the area to the present day, providing a detailed look at...

Incidents In The History Of The Theosophical Movement is a book written by Joseph Hall Fussell and published in 1915. The book is a historical account of the Theosophical Movement, which was a spiritual movement founded in the late 19th century. The movement was...

A History Of Lewis County, West Virginia (1920) is a comprehensive and detailed account of the development of Lewis County, West Virginia, from its early settlement to the early 20th century. Written by Edward Conrad Smith, the book covers a wide range of topics,...

A History Of The Talley Family On The Delaware, And Their Descendants (1899) is a book written by George A. Talley that traces the history of the Talley family from their origins in Delaware. The book details the family's genealogy, including their migration to...

A History of Olivet College: 1844-1900 is a book written by Wolcott B. Williams and published in 1901. The book provides a comprehensive account of the founding and early years of Olivet College, a private liberal arts college located in Olivet, Michigan. Williams, who...

A Universal History V2: From The Earliest Account Of Time (1747) is a historical book written by T. Osborne. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of the world from the earliest times. It covers the history of different civilizations, including the...