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A detailed exploration of the natural features and history of the town of Groton, Massachusetts, written by a local historian.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...

Vernon Bartlett's classic work chronicles the tumultuous history of Africa from colonialism to independence. From the struggle against apartheid in South Africa to the rise of nationalist movements across the continent, Bartlett provides a comprehensive overview of the key events and figures that shaped...

In this illuminating study, Chase examines the career and achievements of Heinrich Schliemann, the renowned archaeologist famous for his discoveries at Troy and Mycenae. Drawing on Schliemann's own writings and other primary sources, Chase evaluates the scientific and cultural significance of his work, shedding...

This book is a collection of the early records of the town of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, from 1638 to 1709. The records contain vital information about the town's early settlers, including births, deaths, marriages, and land transactions. This book is an invaluable resource for...

This fascinating study of French architecture and construction methods from the medieval period through the 19th century is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the built environment. With detailed descriptions of materials, techniques, and design principles, and a wealth of photographs...

In this fascinating travelogue, naturalist George Bennett describes his scientific expeditions to Australia, New Zealand, and the surrounding islands. He provides detailed observations on the local flora and fauna, as well as insights into the cultures and customs of the indigenous peoples. The book...

"The sixth-century world of the poet called Merlin of the Wilds is one of sharp contrasts: savage battles and rivalries are set against natural beauties part homely and part magical. It's a world in which the role of the poet is not just to...

""Take a deep breath and release your inner soul. Every experience, whether good or bad, is a priceless treasure to keep momentum going. Words Of Wisdom is a book of compiled poetry that is designed to help people understand that life can be full...

Inside these pages are short stories, memoir, historical accounts, and more. There are stories of relationships-father-daughter, father-son, cousins, analyst-patient-that explore the meaning of long-ago events or reflect upon what might have been or what could be; puppies and pacemakers that provoke self-reflection; a tribute...

This book is a collection of papers and letters concerning the internal affairs of the Scottish Clan Chattan in the 17th century, particularly their struggles with loyalty and allegiance amidst complex political and social relationships with other clans. The primary author, Aeneas Macpherson, was...

Gain new insights into one of the most enigmatic texts in the New Testament with this in-depth guide to the Apocalypse. Isaac Williams provides detailed notes and reflections on each chapter of the book of Revelation, shining a light on its historical, cultural, and...

This powerful work of moral philosophy explores the nature and consequences of anger, one of the most destructive human emotions. Drawing on both religious and secular perspectives, it offers insights into the causes of anger and strategies for controlling and channeling it in productive...

Ewuare X. Osayande's Our Breath is the Whisper of Our Ancestors' Defiance is the poetic testament of the Black Lives Matter generation. Spanning 30 years and including five previously published books along with new and unpublished poems, this anthology is the crowning achievement of...

First published in 1930, this landmark work of philosophy remains a seminal text in the field of intellectual history. Drawing on a wide range of sources, Arthur O. Lovejoy traces the history of philosophical dualism from its ancient roots to its modern manifestations in...

The Discerning Mollusk's Guide to Arts and Ideas. Contributions by Jesi Bender, PJ Blumenthal, Kevin Boniface, Christopher Boucher, Oisín Breen, Megan Catana, Ann Cefola, Marvin Cohen, Vincent Czyz, Debra Di Blasi, Dave Drayton, Daniel Felsenthal, Jack Foley, Jake Goldsmith, Henrietta Goodman, Tyler C. Gore,...

Welcome to the 14th Anniversary Special Edition of Sparrow's Tears! The novel in which Green Beret Captain James Ross travels to Kuala Lumpur for a routine military training conference and unwittingly finds himself set up as the patsy in an insidious terrorist plot. Sparrow's...

The Theory of Psychoanalysis, is a classical and a rare book, that has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a...

"An eyewitness account to Bhavananda destroying the movement in Australia.""..... which sheds light on the poisoning of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupad"Author: Nanda GopalaISBN-10: 8887753970ISBN-13: 9798887753973Publisher: Gotham BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/21/2023Pages: 38Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.14lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.08d

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...

Considered by many to be one of the major influences on modern Humanistic Judaism, Felix Adler (1851-1933) was a professor of political and social ethics and a social reformer who founded the Ethical Culture movement. Adler was also a popular, dynamic speaker and lecturer....

On October 5, 2012, the German national newspaper Die Welt published its daily issue--but things looked . . . different. Quieter. The sensations of the day, forgotten as soon as they're read, were missing, replaced with an unprecedented calm, extracted with care from the...

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...

Fifty Years In Brooklyn, 1853 To 1903 is a historical book written by the Young Men's Christian Associations in 1903. The book provides a comprehensive account of the development and growth of Brooklyn during the period from 1853 to 1903. It covers a wide...

Poetry and associated photographs of coming of age and inheritance in the Midwest.Author: Justin HammISBN-10: 0578505487ISBN-13: 9780578505480Publisher: Blue Horse PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/19/2019Pages: 72Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.28lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.19d

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...

Early devotee to the Mormon church David Whitmer issues here his famous missive addressed to all the Christians on Earth. Testifying to the existence of the golden plates discovered by Joseph Smith in New York state, David Whitmer expounds upon the principles of Mormonism...

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,...

Author: Leon StilmanISBN-10: 0231099223ISBN-13: 9780231099226Publisher: Columbia University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/22/1951Pages: 30Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.12lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.07d

This volume contains commentary on the text from Partition 1, Section 2, Member 4, Subscription 1 to the end of the second Partition. It thus includes Burton's account of the causes, symptoms, and prognosis of melancholy, and his examination of remedies, spiritual and medical.Author:...

This, the final volume of the Clarendon Press edition of Burton's Anatomy of Melancholy, contains commentary on the Third Partition, in which Burton considers two especial forms of the disease, Love and Religious Melancholy. The volume includes an index which gives biographical and bibliographical...

From the Woodlawn Vase to the Alabama Slamma! From Black Gold to the Dark Horse. From Old Abe to Steve Cauthen. A collection of horse racing stories for horse racing fans from centuries gone until today.Author: Patrick Lawrence GilliganISBN-10: 1732889287ISBN-13: 9781732889286Publisher: Random Horse Publications...

Jonathan Swift (30 November 1667 - 19 October 1745) was an Anglo-Irish satirist, essayist, political pamphleteer (first for theWhigs, then for the Tories), poet and cleric who became Dean of St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin. He is remembered for works such as Gulliver's Travels, A...

-HULLO There is that old Box-coat again - This exclamation was made by a lawyer's clerk of the class called in French offices a gutter-jumper-a messenger in fact-who at this moment was eating a piece of dry bread with a hearty appetite. He pulled...

Tonya Farnsworth McKiever has the unique ability to tell the story of every kind of person-from dignitaries to convicts. Her columns are not easily characterized because they cover such a huge variety of interesting subjects. The proverbial "slice of life" might be the most...

Landscape For Living is a comprehensive book on landscape architecture written by Garrett Eckbo, a renowned landscape architect and one of the pioneers of modern landscape architecture. The book covers a wide range of topics related to landscape architecture, including the history of the...

The Martyr of Freedom is a book written by Thomas Treadwell Stone, and it was published in 1838. The book is a discourse that was delivered by Stone at two separate events in East Machias and Machias, Maine, in November and December of 1837....

Ah, but we lived together in Egypt. I've known you from the time of Egypt, I know that. You are one of those to whom I said in Egypt, "I promise you that you will be part... that you will be on earth at...

2023 Reprint of the 1918 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition and not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. In 1885, Robert Macoy wrote the Worshipful Master's Assistant. It constitutes the first-ever handbook for Masonic lodge officers, and it has remained continuously in print...

Washington Irving (April 3, 1783 - November 28, 1859) was an American short story writer, essayist, biographer, historian, and diplomat of the early 19th century. He is best known for his short stories "Rip Van Winkle" (1819) and "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" (1820),...

Lucas on Bass Fishing, first published in 1947 (and revised and updated in the 1962 edition provided here), is a classic how-to guide on the equipment, techniques, and insider tips needed for success in catching bass, as well as muskellunge, northern pike, walleyes, and...

The World's Greatest Debate is a thought-provoking book written by Glenn Clark that delves into the fundamental question of what it means to be human. The book is a collection of essays and speeches that Clark gave over the course of his career, exploring...

The American Woman's Home, written by Catherine E. Beecher, is a comprehensive guide to domestic science that aims to teach women how to create and maintain a healthy, beautiful, and Christian home. The book covers a wide range of topics related to home management,...

The History of Bread: From Prehistoric to Modern Times is a comprehensive book by John Ashton, first published in 1904. The book explores the evolution of bread-making from its earliest origins in prehistoric times to the modern era. It covers the various types of...

""An Exposition of the Thirty Nine Articles by the Reformers: Being Extracts from the Works of Latimer, Ridley, Cranmer, Hooper, Jewel, Philpot and Others"" is a book written by Thomas R. Jones in 1849. The book provides a complete and detailed explanation of the...

Life Story of Mary Lyon: Founder of Mount Holyoke College is a biography of Mary Lyon, the pioneering educator who founded Mount Holyoke Female Seminary (now Mount Holyoke College) in 1837. Written by Mrs. John Douglas and first published in 1897, the book chronicles...

Love Gratitude (1952) is a collection of two essays by Joel S. Goldsmith, a mystical teacher, spiritual healer, and writer. Goldsmith was the creator of a set of principles called "The Infinite Way," which taught that man's nature was to be one with God...

1. Christmas Morning is a poemy by Elizabeth Madox Roberts, first published in 1924. It tells the story of a young girl, Mary, who is spending her first Christmas away from home. She is staying with her aunt and uncle in a small Kentucky...

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...

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 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...