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The Hermetic And Alchemical Writings Of Paracelsus is a book by Arthur Edward Waite that compiles the works of Paracelsus, a Swiss physician and alchemist from the 16th century. The book includes Paracelsus' most important writings on alchemy, magic, and medicine, including his famous...

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Vitruvius: The Ten Books On Architecture is a comprehensive guide to architecture written by the ancient Roman architect and engineer, Vitruvius. This book is a translation of the original Latin text by Morris H. Morgan, a renowned scholar of ancient architecture. The book is...

""Bing"" is a biography of the legendary American singer and actor Bing Crosby, written by his friend and collaborator Ted. The book chronicles Crosby's life from his early days in Spokane, Washington, to his rise to fame as one of the most popular entertainers...

""Life After Death 1943"" is a book written by Gustav Theodor Fechner, a German philosopher and physicist, originally published in 1836. The book explores the concept of life after death and the possibility of an afterlife. Fechner argues that the soul is immortal and...

Creative Silence: A Manual of Meditation for Beginners in the Practice of Transmutation of the Body is a book published in 1920 by Marantha, O. S. It is a guide for beginners who wish to practice meditation and achieve transmutation of the body. The...

Practical Mathematics for Home Study is a comprehensive guidebook designed to help individuals learn and understand the fundamentals of mathematics. Written by Claude Irwin Palmer, this book is ideal for those who want to improve their mathematical skills for personal or professional reasons. The...

The Unseen Universe Or Physical Speculations on a Future State is a book written by Balfour Stewart, a Scottish physicist and mathematician, and Peter Guthrie Tait, a Scottish physicist and mathematician. The book was first published in 1875 and explores the concept of the...

The Story of the Swedenborg Manuscripts is a book written by S. C. Eby that explores the life and work of Emanuel Swedenborg, a Swedish scientist, philosopher, and theologian who lived in the 18th century. The book focuses on the manuscripts that Swedenborg wrote...

""Life After Death and How Theosophy Unveils It"" by C.W. Leadbeater is a comprehensive exploration of the concept of life after death from a theosophical perspective. The book delves into the nature of the soul, the journey of the soul after physical death, and...

A Short History Of H.M.S. Victory: Gathered From Various Sources (1884) is a book written by William James Lloyd Wharton. The book is a detailed account of the history of the famous British warship, H.M.S. Victory. The author has gathered information from various sources...

A Preliminary Report On The Tertiary Paleontology Of Western Washington is a book written by Charles Edwin Weaver and originally published in 1912. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the paleontological findings in Western Washington during the Tertiary period. Weaver's report is based...

"" Tyranny Unmasked"" is a political treatise written by John Taylor of Caroline, an American politician and philosopher, and published in 1821. The book is a critique of the United States government and its tendency towards centralized power and tyranny. Taylor argues that the...

Cosmic Evolution: Seven Stanzas From The Secret Book Of Dzyan is a book written by H. P. Blavatsky that explores the concept of cosmic evolution. The book is based on the Secret Book of Dzyan, an ancient text that Blavatsky claimed to have access...

Umbrellas And Their History is a book written by Clyde and Black and first published in 1864. The book provides a comprehensive history of umbrellas, tracing their origins back to ancient civilizations and detailing their evolution through the ages. It covers the various types...

The Odd Fellow's Textbook and Manual, written by Donaldson Paschal, is a comprehensive guidebook for members of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF). The book is designed to provide readers with a thorough understanding of the history, philosophy, and principles of the IOOF,...

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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...

The Martyrdom of Jesus of Nazareth is a historic-critical treatise on the last chapters of the Gospel written by Isaac Mayer Wise in 1874. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the events that led to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the circumstances...

""Three Generations of Northboro Davises, 1781-1894"" is a historical book written by John Davis Estabrook and published in 1908. The book is a detailed account of the lives and achievements of three generations of the Davis family from Northboro, Massachusetts. The first generation includes...

""The Soul: A Study Of Past And Present Beliefs"" is a book written by Lonna Dennis Arnett and published in 1904. The book explores the concept of the soul and its various interpretations throughout history and across different cultures. Arnett delves into the beliefs...

The District of Dera Ismail Khan, Trans-Indus is a book written by T.W.H. Tolbort in 1871. It is a comprehensive account of the district of Dera Ismail Khan, which is located in the Trans-Indus region of Pakistan. The book covers various aspects of the...

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

""Osteology of Birds"" is a comprehensive study of the skeletal structure of birds, written by Robert Wilson Shufeldt and originally published in 1909. The book explores the anatomy of birds through detailed descriptions and illustrations of their bones, including the skull, vertebral column, ribs,...

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Natural Philosophy, In Easy Lessons (1869) is a book written by John Tyndall, a prominent physicist and science educator of the 19th century. The book is an accessible introduction to the principles of physics and natural philosophy, aimed at a general audience. It covers...

A Musical Grammar, In Four Parts: Notation, Melody, Harmony, Rhythm is a comprehensive guide to the fundamental elements of music theory, written by John Wall Callcott and originally published in 1817. The book is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different aspect...

""Philosophy of the Three Ethers"" is a book written by William Thornton and published in 1893. The book explores the concept of ethers, which were believed to be a medium that pervades all space and through which light and other electromagnetic waves travel. The...

James Shirley Hibberd (1825-90) was a journalist and writer on gardening, whose popular works had great influence on middle-class taste. Although not a trained horticulturalist, his many books were based on practical experience. He developed a succession of gardens in North London, concentrating on...

""Specimen Book Of One Hundred Architectural Designs"" is a book published in 1879 by Amos Jackson Bicknell. It is a comprehensive collection of one hundred architectural designs that showcase the different styles and trends prevalent in the late 19th century. The book is divided...

The book ""Early History Of Leavenworth, City And County"" by Henry Miles Moore, published in 1906, is a comprehensive account of the early days of Leavenworth, Kansas. The author begins by tracing the history of the region from the time of its discovery by...

The History and Literature of the Early Church, originally published in 1913, is a comprehensive study of the early Christian church. Written by James Orr, a Scottish theologian and professor, the book covers the period from the birth of Jesus Christ to the end...

""A History Of The Talley Family On The Delaware, And Their Descendants"" is a book written by George A. Talley in 1899. It is a comprehensive genealogical account of the Talley family who lived in the Delaware region of the United States. The book...

An Expositor's Notebook is a collection of brief essays written by Samuel Cox, a 19th-century British theologian and writer. The book focuses on scriptures that are often misunderstood or overlooked, providing insights and interpretations to help readers better understand their meaning. Cox draws on...

The History of the Law Merchant and Negotiability is a book written by Percival Ernest Wilfrid Thornely and first published in 1904. This book is a comprehensive study of the history of the law merchant and negotiability, covering the development of commercial law from...

The Desert and the Sown is a memoir written by Gertrude Bell, an English writer, traveler, and archaeologist. The book details Bell's journey through the Middle East, specifically the Arabian Desert, during the early 20th century. Bell's travels allowed her to witness and document...

The Teacher�������s Handbook For The Preparation Of Lessons, written by Robert J. Griffiths and originally published in 1872, is a comprehensive guide for teachers on how to prepare effective lessons. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect...

The book ""The Mysticism Of Johann Joseph Von Gorres As A Reaction Against Rationalism"" was written by Gonzaga, Sister Mary and was published in the year 1920. The book is a detailed analysis of the mysticism of Johann Joseph Von Gorres, who was a...

The Bleichert System of Wire Rope Tramways is a book written by William Hewitt in 1902. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Bleichert System of Wire Rope Tramways, with a special focus on the patent locked-coil track cable and the Webber patent...

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The book ""Conquest of Siberia, and the History of the Transactions, Wars, Commerce, etc.: Carried on Between Russia and China, from the Earliest Period"" was written by Gerhard Friedrich Muller in 1842. The book provides a comprehensive account of the relationship between Russia and...

Christian Education In The Dark Ages is a historical book written by Eugene A. Magevney in 1898. The book explores the state of education during the Dark Ages, specifically focusing on the role of Christianity in education during this time. Magevney examines the impact...

The Three Trappers: A Story Of Adventure In The Wilds Of Canada is a thrilling novel written by Achilles Daunt and first published in 1882. The story follows the adventures of three trappers, Jack, Tom, and Bill, who are on a mission to explore...

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This illustrated story of America's first architect is based on material from a number of contemporary sources in the colonial period. Harrison's buildings reflect the classical mode, and they fortunately survived the Revolution. His designs include the King's Chapel, Boston; the Synagogue, Newport; and...

Inasmuch as the keeping of public vital records by town clerks in Vermont was not legislated until 1840, this collection of the records of pensioners and soldiers of Vermont in the War of 1812 partially makes up for this impediment. The volume begins with...

This English/Shona edtion of How the Twins Grew Up brings authentic biographical stories of two twin brothers. The stories take place in their family circle, at school, at home or in the backyard. It is written as a realistic prose narrative with a humorous...

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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...

""Why History Repeats Itself Or Are We Getting Anywhere"" by John G. Sims Jr. is a thought-provoking book that explores the cyclical nature of history and whether or not humanity is truly making progress. Drawing on insights from various fields such as history, psychology,...