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The Book of Black Magic and of Pacts: Including the Rites and Mysteries of Goetic Theurgy, Sorcery, and Infernal Necromancy, also the Rituals of Black - Hardcover

$48.94

by Arthur Edward Waite (Author)An exhaustive guide to the occult, featuring passages on folklore, occultist history, and magic ceremony. First published in 1898, The Book of Black Magic and Pacts contains a large number of magic spells and occult writings taken from a variety of sources. This volume is one of the greatest overviews of the occult. Written by Arthur Edward Waite, influential scholarly mystic and co-creator of the Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot deck. The contents of this volume feature...

Help Me Die Well: A Queer Prisoner's Poetry Anthology, Vol. 3 - Paperback

$21.60

by A B O Comix (Editor), Oliver Mills (Editor)Our third annual poetry anthology features original work from over two dozen queer and trans incarcerated poets. Proceeds from this anthology support the poets' continued survival, subsidizing everything from commissary packages to legal fees to medical copays. From anthology editor Ollie Mills: "HELP ME DIE WELL is a plea to loved ones, to circumstance - really, to everything - to make one's life worth living." A.B.O. Comix is a collective of cre...

How to Fuck Like a Girl: Essays - Paperback

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by Vera Blossom (Author)A cheeky how-to guide, as raunchy as it is heartfelt, from a bright new literary voice. A bold and vulnerable collection from a new, young voice, How to Fuck Like a Girl is a daring mash-up of pillow book, grimoire, and manifesto by writer Vera Blossom. From hooking up to trans witchcraft, petty crime, capitalism, friendships, divorce, and survival, Blossom brings wit and melancholy, grandeur and smarts, debuting a bright literary voice as raunchy as it is heartfelt. A...

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by L. W. de Laurence (Author)1916. Goetia the Book of Evil Spirits. Contains 200 diagrams and seals for invocation and convocation of spirits, necromancy, witchcraft and black art. Translated from ancient manuscripts in the British Museum, London. Number of Pages: 92 Dimensions: 0.19 x 7.52 x 9.25 IN Publication Date: September 10, 2010

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by J. W. Dalton (Author)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 commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work. Number of Pages: 150 Dimensions: 0.5 x 9 x 6 IN Publ...

Marcus Daly, 1841-1900: And His Contributions To Anaconda - Paperback

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by W. H. Hoover (Author)This Newcomen Address, Dealing With The Life And Work Of Marcus Daly, 1841-1900, And With His Manifold Contributions To Mining In The West And To The State Of Montana, Was Delivered During The 1950 Montana Dinner Of The Newcomen Society Of England, Held In The Silver Bow Room At The Finlen Hotel, Butte, Montana, When Mr. Hoover Was The Guest Of Honor, On July 20, 1950. Number of Pages: 30 Dimensions: 0.06 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: March 23, 2013

A Genealogical And Biographical Sketch Of The Name And Family Of Stetson: From The Year 1634, To The Year 1847 (1847) - Paperback

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by John Stetson Barry (Author)A Genealogical and Biographical Sketch of the Name and Family of Stetson: From the Year 1634 to the Year 1847 is a book written by John Stetson Barry. The book is a comprehensive genealogical and biographical account of the Stetson family, tracing their lineage from the year 1634 up until the year 1847. The Stetson family is one of the oldest and most distinguished families in America, and this book provides a detailed look into their history, origins, and notabl...

Cormac McCarthy: All the Pretty Horses, No Country for Old Men, the Road - Paperback

$77.31

by Sara L. Spurgeon (Editor)This is a collection of original, stimulating interpretations of key texts by Cormac McCarthy, designed for students and edited and written by leading scholars in the field. Cormac McCarthy's significance in the field of contemporary American fiction is enormous. Harold Bloom has called him one of the greatest living American writers, and named him one of the three most important authors of the 20th century. His impact has been even greater in the 21st century. He ...

The Book of Enoch: Translated from the Ethiopic, with Introduction and Notes (1882) - Hardcover

$66.17

by Enoch (Author), George Henry Schodde (Translator)This Is A New Release Of The Original 1882 Edition. Number of Pages: 288 Dimensions: 0.69 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: August 07, 2014

Cuentos de Amor, de Locura y de Muerte - Paperback

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by Horacio Quiroga (Author)La vida de Horacio Quiroga fue una par bola tr gica. Mat a un amigo accidentalmente, su primera mujer se suicid a los pocos a os de casados, fue abandonado por su segunda esposa, enferm de c ncer y finalmente, sin poder lidiar con sus fantasmas, se suicid . Cuentos de amor, de locura y de muerte es el resultado de esa vida atormentada y donde despliega todas sus dotes. En esta colecci n de cuentos, predomina el misterio inmerso en situaciones cotidianas, lo que a...

Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc - Paperback

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by Editorial Oneness (Editor), Mark Twain (Author)Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc By Mark Twain, Editorial Oneness (Edited by) Number of Pages: 428 Dimensions: 0.87 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: October 14, 2016 Accelerated Reader: Quiz Name: Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc Interest Level: Middle Grades, 4-8 Reading Level: 4.4 ...

The Memoirs of Paul Kruger: Four Times President of the South African Republic: Told by Himself - Paperback

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by Paul Kruger (Author)Paul Kruger was the dominating figure of Boer-and therefore South African-history of the nineteenth century. His life spanned the time of the Great Trek-the European settlement of the interior-right up to the end of the Second Boer War, and the shadow of his political career stretched deep into the twentieth century.His memoirs, dictated while in exile shortly after the end of the Second Boer War, provide a remarkable and unique insight into this period of history, from...

$Irish Swearing Word Colouring Book: Swearing word colouring book for adults. The irish swear words illustrated in relaxing mandala and fractals. Book - Paperback$

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by Psychedelics Activity Book (Author)An adult activity book comes with top-tier Irish swear words illustrated in Mandala and Fractals. A relaxing and Calming activity book. It'd be better if you colour it in bright colours while smashing a pint of your favourite lager or a cup of Irish coffee. The experience is surreal. Could be a great gift for Irish dad. Number of Pages: 66 Dimensions: 0.14 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: July 14, 2020

Captain Myles Standish (1905) - Paperback

$41.69

by Tudor Jenks (Author)Captain Myles Standish is a historical novel written by Tudor Jenks and published in 1905. The book is set in the early colonial period of America and follows the story of Myles Standish, a military leader and one of the founding members of the Plymouth Colony.The novel begins with Standish's arrival in America aboard the Mayflower in 1620, and follows his journey as he helps establish the colony and protect it from local Native American tribes. The book portrays Standi...

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by William Adolphe 1825-1905 Bouguereau (Author)William Adolphe Bouguereau was one of the most celebrated painters of the 19th century, known for his luminous and sumptuous paintings of mythological and religious subjects. This beautifully illustrated monograph offers a comprehensive survey of Bouguereau's life and work, from his early studies in the French Academy to his later years as an internationally renowned artist. Lavishly produced and featuring stunning reproductions of some of Bougu...

Book Of Needs Of The Holy Orthodox Church (1894) - Paperback

$47.45

by G. V. Shann (Translator)The Book of Needs of the Holy Orthodox Church is a religious text written by G.V. Shann in 1894. This book serves as a guide for priests and deacons in the Eastern Orthodox Church for performing various services, such as baptisms, weddings, funerals, and other sacraments. It also includes prayers and hymns for daily use, as well as special occasions such as feast days and holy days. The text is written in English and includes references to the original Greek and Sla...

Gilmore Girls: The Rory Gilmore Reading Challenge: The Official Guide to All the Books - Hardcover

$22.00

by Erika Berlin (Author)Welcome to the ultimate TBR list! With meticulously researched book descriptions and hundreds of guided prompts and reading tips, The Rory Gilmore Reading Challenge is an officially licensed, one-of-a-kind fan's guide to the Gilmore Girls universe and all 339 books referenced in the series. For fans of Gilmore Girls, one of the most dedicated ways to tap into the psyche of Rory Gilmore is committing to one Herculean task: The Rory Gilmore Reading Challenge. Over the c...

Tlingit Myths And Texts (1909) - Paperback

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by John R. Swanton (Author)Tlingit Myths and Texts is a book written by John R. Swanton and published in 1909. The book is a collection of myths and texts from the Tlingit people, an indigenous group from the Pacific Northwest Coast of North America. The Tlingit people have a rich oral tradition of storytelling, and this book presents a selection of their myths and stories, as well as some historical and ethnographic information about the Tlingit culture. The book is divided into several sect...

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by Lamya H (Author)A queer hijabi Muslim immigrant survives her coming-of-age by drawing strength and hope from stories in the Quran in this "raw and relatable memoir that challenges societal norms and expectations" (Linah Mohammad, NPR). "A masterful, must-read contribution to conversations on power, justice, healing, and devotion from a singular voice I now trust with my whole heart."--Glennon Doyle, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Untamed AN AUDACIOUS BOOK CLUB PICK - WINNER: The B...

Charles Goodyear, Connecticut Yankee And Rubber Pioneer: A Biography - Paperback

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by P. W. Barker (Author)""Charles Goodyear, Connecticut Yankee And Rubber Pioneer: A Biography"" is a comprehensive account of the life and work of Charles Goodyear, a pioneering figure in the rubber industry. Written by P.W. Barker, the book chronicles Goodyear's early life and career, including his experiments with rubber and his development of the vulcanization process. The book also explores Goodyear's personal life, including his family relationships and his struggles with financial diff...

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by Hugh Allen (Author)Originally published by the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. as a promotional, The Story of the Airship chronicles the history and development of these great "silver cruisers of the sky." Filled with photos and authoritative text, the book springs from an era when dirigibles, balloons andblimps competed against airplanes for public attention. Sadly, incidents such as those that befell the USS Macon, USS Akron and Hindenburg caused the public to lose faith in these craft. Pub...

Lafayette In America In 1824 And 1825 V2: Or Journal Of A Voyage To The United States (1829) - Paperback

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by Auguste Levasseur (Author)""Lafayette In America In 1824 And 1825 V2: Or Journal Of A Voyage To The United States (1829)"" is a historical account written by Auguste Levasseur about the French general Marquis de Lafayette's visit to the United States in 1824 and 1825. The book is the second volume of Levasseur's journal and it provides a detailed description of Lafayette's travels and experiences during his time in America. Levasseur was a close friend of Lafayette and accompanied him on h...

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by Arthur Conan Doyle (Author)Arthur Conan Doyle was the greatest genre writer Britain has ever produced. Throughout a long writing career, he drew on his own medical background, his travels, and his increasing interest in spiritualism and the occult to produce a spectacular array of gothic tales. Many of Doyle's writings are recognized as the very greatest tales of terror. They range from hauntings in the polar wasteland to evil surgeons and malevolent jungle landscapes. This collection brin...

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by Rainer Maria Rilke (Author), Charlie Louth (Translator), Lewis Hyde (Introduction by)Rainer Maria Rilke's powerfully touching letters to an aspiring young poet. At the start of the twentieth century, Rainer Maria Rilke wrote a series of letters to a young officer cadet, advising him on writing, love, sex, suffering, and the nature of advice itself. These profound and lyrical letters have since become hugely influential for generations of writers and artists of all kinds, including Lady G...

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by Liz Byrski (Editor)This book is the result of what happened when Liz Byrski asked 20 women from widely different backgrounds, races, beliefs, and identities to take up the challenge of writing about rage. The honesty, passion, courage, and humour of their very personal stories is engergising and inspiring. If you have ever felt the full force of anger and wondered at its power, then this book is for you.Author BiographyLiz Byrski is the author of 10 novels, including A Month of Sundays and...

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by David Budbill (Author)Budbill both informs and moves. He is, in short, a delight and a comfort. --Wendell BerryDavid Budbill is a no-nonsense, free-range sage. --Dana Jennings, The New York TimesLooking at the reality closely, he sees parts move in a unison--sometimes graceless, sometimes ugly, always resolved in a human wholeness. --Donald HallDavid Budbill's . . . poetry is as accessible as a parking lot and as plain as a pair of Levis. --Parnassus Appearing frequently on Garrison Keillo...

On Homo Rodans and Other Writings - Paperback

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by Remedios Varo (Author), Margaret Carson (Editor), Remedios Varo (Editor)An updated, expanded edition of Remedios Varo's translated writings, including pieces never before published in any languageWith the 2018 publication of Letters, Dreams, and Other Writings, Wakefield Press introduced the writings of Surrealist painter Remedios Varo into English for the first time. These texts, never published during her lifetime, present something of a missing chapter, and offer the same qualities to b...

Jade Mirror: Women Poets of China - Paperback

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by Michael Farman (Editor), Geoffrey Waters (Translator), Jeanne Larsen (Translator)"A delectable selection of poems by China's greatest women poets in translations of exquisite beauty. A rare achievement!"--Red Pine"Jade Mirror's particular strength comes from the fact that all of its fine translators bring to the work different senses of where poetry is to be found in the originals as well present some of the finest poetic translation of the last twenty years."--Jerome SeatonThis anthology ...

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by Simon Gaunt (Editor), Simon Gaunt (Translator), Karen Pratt (Editor)Charles the king, our emperor great, Has been a full seven years in Spain.As far as the sea he conquered this haughty land.Not a single castle remains standing in his path Charlemagne (768-814) was crowned Holy Roman Emperor in 800 and presided over a huge empire. He frequently appears in literature as a great warlord and pious crusading figure. In 778, the rearguard of Charlemagne's retreating army was ambushed and defeat...

The James Baldwin Collection - Hardcover

$132.50

by James Baldwin (Author), Toni Morrison (Editor), Darryl Pinckney (Editor)For the first time in a collector's boxed set, the definitive three-volume Library of America James Baldwin edition gathering all his essential writings, including the collected essays and complete fiction. With the novel Go Tell It on the Mountain (1953), a distillation of his own experiences as a preacher's son in 1930s Harlem, and the essay collection Notes of a Native Son (1955), James Baldwin established himself a...

You Don't Know Us Negroes and Other Essays - Paperback

$19.99

by Zora Neale Hurston (Author), Henry Louis Gates (Author), Genevieve West (Author)A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK FROM: Oprah Daily, Business Insider, Marie Claire, The Seattle Times, Lit Hub, Bustle, and New York Magazine's Vulture Introduction by New York Times bestselling author Henry Louis Gates Jr. Spanning more than 35 years of work, the first comprehensive collection of essays, criticism, and articles by the legendary author of the Harlem Renaissance, Zora Neale Hurston, showcasing the evolut...

The Moth Presents: All These Wonders: True Stories about Facing the Unknown - Hardcover

$28.00

by Catherine Burns (Editor), Neil Gaiman (Foreword by)"Wonderful." --Michiko Kakutani, New York Times Celebrating the 20th anniversary of storytelling phenomenon The Moth, 45 unforgettable true stories about risk, courage, and facing the unknown, drawn from the best ever told on their stages Carefully selected by the creative minds at The Moth, and adapted to the page to preserve the raw energy of live storytelling, All These Wonders features voices both familiar and new. Alongside Meg Wolitz...