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Freedom's Gardener: James F. Brown, Horticulture, and the Hudson Valley in Antebellum America

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Report copyright infringementby Myra B. Young Armstead (Author)A fascinating study of freedom and slavery, told through the life of an escaped slave who built a life in the Hudson Valley In 1793 James F. Brown was born a slave, and in 1868 he died a free man. At age 34 he ran away from his native Maryland to pass the remainder of his life as a gardener to a wealthy family in the Hudson Valley. Two years after his escape and manumission, he began a diary which he kept until his death. In Freed...

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Report copyright infringementby Jacob Abbott (Author)Jacob Abbott was a well-known 19th century historian who wrote biographies on various leaders and famous individuals, including this one about the English King Richard II. Number of Pages: 98 Dimensions: 0.2 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: December 31, 2014

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by Oscar Wilde (Author), Ulrich Baer (Editor)Oscar Wilde was a legendary wit, a poetic provocateur, and one of England's greatest playwrights who became a martyr for free love, a scapegoat for repressive society, and a myth onto himself. Shimmering beneath the dazzling witticisms and delicious irony is Wilde's profound, serious, and unshakeable commitment to love. Love is the experience that can unmoor us from the habits, conventions, and expectations of our lives in both thrilling and unsett...

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Report copyright infringementby Cesare Pavese (Author)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, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important en...

The Bible And England's Church: Or The Teaching Of Holy Scripture And Of The Church Of England (1867)

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Report copyright infringementby Clergymen of Southport (Author)The Bible and England's Church: Or The Teaching of Holy Scripture and of the Church of England is a book published in 1867 by a group of clergymen from Southport. The book is a comprehensive study of the relationship between the Bible and the Church of England, examining the teachings of both and their interplay. The authors explore the role of the Bible in shaping the Church's doctrine and practices, as well as the Church's inter...

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Report copyright infringementby Keith Leroy Brooks (Author)Sermon Illustrations of the Bible: Topically Arranged (1920) is a book written by Keith Leroy Brooks. It is a collection of biblical stories, parables, and teachings that can be used as sermon illustrations. The book is arranged topically, making it easy for preachers and teachers to find relevant illustrations for their sermons or lessons. The topics covered in the book include faith, prayer, sin, salvation, forgiveness, and many oth...

A Brief History Of The Joy Family (1876) - Paperback

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by One of Them (Author), Cornelia C. Joy Dyer (Author)A Brief History Of The Joy Family (1876) is a book written by an anonymous author who identifies themselves as ""One Of Them."" The book is a historical account of the Joy family, tracing their lineage back to the 17th century. The author provides details about the family's origins, their migration to America, and their contributions to society. The book is divided into chapters that focus on different members of the Joy family, including ...

The Assault On Fort Wagner, July 18, 1863: The Memorable Charge Of The Fifty-Fourth Regiment Of Massachusetts Volunteers (1887) - Paperback

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by Luis Fenollosa Emilio (Author)The Assault On Fort Wagner, July 18, 1863: The Memorable Charge Of The Fifty-Fourth Regiment Of Massachusetts Volunteers is a historical account of the events that took place during the American Civil War. The book was written by Luis Fenollosa Emilio and was first published in 1887. The book describes the events leading up to the assault on Fort Wagner, which was a Confederate fortification located on Morris Island in Charleston Harbor, South Carolina. The as...

A Circular Or Short Biography Of Ebenezer Allen: Known As Captain Or Major In The New Hampshire Grants (1777) - Paperback

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by Melvin Barnes (Author)""A Circular or Short Biography of Ebenezer Allen: Known as Captain or Major in the New Hampshire Grants (1777)"" by Melvin Barnes is a historical account of the life of Ebenezer Allen, a prominent figure in the New Hampshire Grants during the American Revolution. The book provides a detailed overview of Allen's life, from his early years as a farmer to his military service as a captain and major in the Continental Army. The author delves into Allen's involvement in t...

James Wilson In The Philadelphia Convention (1897) - Paperback

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by Andrew Cunningham McLaughlin (Author)""James Wilson in the Philadelphia Convention"" is a book written by Andrew Cunningham McLaughlin and published in 1897. The book is a detailed account of the role played by James Wilson, one of the founding fathers of the United States, in the Constitutional Convention of 1787 held in Philadelphia. The book provides a thorough analysis of the contributions made by Wilson towards the drafting of the US Constitution. Wilson was a prominent lawyer and jud...

Indian Wars And The Uprising Of 1655: Yonkers Depopulated (1892) - Paperback

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by Thomas Astley Atkins (Author)""Indian Wars and the Uprising of 1655: Yonkers Depopulated"" is a historical account written by Thomas Astley Atkins and published in 1892. The book documents the conflict between the Native American tribes and the Dutch settlers in the Yonkers area of New York during the mid-17th century. The book explores the events that led to the uprising of the Native American tribes in 1655 and the subsequent depopulation of Yonkers. Atkins provides a detailed account of...

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by Michael O'Flanagan (Author)Irish Phonetics is a book written by Michael O'Flanagan and published in 1904. The book is a comprehensive guide to the phonetics of the Irish language, covering topics such as pronunciation, intonation, and accentuation. It provides detailed descriptions of the sounds of Irish, including vowels, consonants, and diphthongs, as well as information on how these sounds are produced and how they are used in speech. The book also includes exercises and examples to hel...

Luther Burbank's Spineless Cactus (1913)

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Report copyright infringementby Luther Burbank Company (Author)Luther Burbank's Spineless Cactus is a book published by the Luther Burbank Company in 1913. The book is a comprehensive guide to the cultivation and breeding of spineless cacti, a type of cactus that is highly valued for its edible fruits and high tolerance to dry climates. The book contains detailed information on the history and origin of spineless cacti, their anatomy and physiology, and the different varieties and species tha...

The Eighth Ohio At Gettysburg: Address By General Franklin Sawyer (1889) - Paperback

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by Franklin Sawyer (Author)The Eighth Ohio at Gettysburg is a historical account of the role played by the Eighth Ohio Infantry Regiment in the Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War. The book, written by General Franklin Sawyer, who served as the regiment's commander during the battle, was first published in 1889.The book provides a detailed account of the regiment's movements and actions during the three-day battle, which took place from July 1 to July 3, 1863. It covers the reg...

Early Expeditions To The Region Of Bering Sea And Strait (1891) - Paperback

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by Vitus Ivanovich Bering (Author), William Healey Dall (Translator)""Early Expeditions To The Region Of Bering Sea And Strait"" is a historical account written by Vitus Ivanovich Bering, a Russian explorer who, along with his crew, embarked on several expeditions to the Bering Sea and Strait in the 18th century. The book provides a detailed description of the geography, climate, and wildlife of the region, as well as the challenges faced by the explorers during their journeys. Bering also do...

Nebuchadnezzar: The Character Of His Kingdom, His Visions, His Overthrow, His Conversion, And His Salutation (1851) - Paperback

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by Charles Waters Banks (Author)Nebuchadnezzar: The Character Of His Kingdom, His Visions, His Overthrow, His Conversion, And His Salutation is a book written by Charles Waters Banks in 1851. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the life and reign of the Babylonian king, Nebuchadnezzar. The author explores the character of his kingdom, his visions, his downfall, his conversion, and his salutation. The book begins by providing a historical background of the Babylonian Empire and Nebuc...

The Anti-Slavery Movement: A Lecture Before The Rochester Ladies' Anti-Slavery Society (1855) - Paperback

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by Frederick Douglass (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: 48 Dimensions: 0.12 x 11 x 8....

El Dicharachero: Choguet Valensia En Un Acte Y En Prosa (1897) - Paperback

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by Jose Ferrando (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: 24 Dimensions: 0.06 x 11 x 8.5 IN ...

A Beginner's Book Of Chess (1917) - Paperback

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by William F. Drueke and Company (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: 36 Dimensions: 0.0...

The North Country Wedding, And The Fire: Two Poems, In Blank Verse (1722) - Paperback

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by Nicholas Brown (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: 20 Dimensions: 0.05 x 11 x 8.5 IN...

Angelo's Bayonet Exercise (1853) - Paperback

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by Henry Charles Angelo (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: 44 Dimensions: 0.11 x 11 x ...

Bayonet Fencing And Sword Practice (1882) - Paperback

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by Alfred Hutton (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: 36 Dimensions: 0.09 x 11 x 8.5 IN ...

General Mess Manual And Cookbook: For Use On Board Vessels Of The United States Navy (1904) - Paperback

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by Paymaster General (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: 36 Dimensions: 0.09 x 11 x 8.5...

The Death Valley Chuck-Walla: June, 1907 (1907) - Paperback

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by C. B. Glasscock (Editor), C. E. Kunze (Editor)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: 48 Dimensi...

English Liturgical Color: Observations On Notes On The History Of The Liturgical Colors By J. Wickham Legg (1882) - Paperback

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by Herbert George Morse (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: 20 Dimensions: 0.05 x 11 x ...

The Science Of Swimming: As Taught And Practiced In Civilized And Savage Nations (1849) - Paperback

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by An Experienced Swimmer (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: 40 Dimensions: 0.1 x 11 x...

Curso De Taquigrafia Espanola: O Sea Arte De Escribir Tan Pronto Como Se Habla (1811) - Paperback

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by Guillelmo Atanasio Xaramillo (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: 28 Dimensions: 0.07...

The Founding Of Jamestown: Percy's Discourse Of Virginia, Wingfield's Discourse Of Virginia, 1607, 1619 (1907) - Paperback

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by George Percy (Author), Wingfield (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: 36 Dimensions: ...

A Catalogue Of Utah Minerals And Localities: With Descriptive List, And Notes For Collectors (1902) - Paperback

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by Maynard Bixby (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: 28 Dimensions: 0.07 x 11 x 8.5 IN ...

A Brief History Of The Town Of Stoneham, Massachusetts: From Its First Settlement To The Year 1813 (1870) - Paperback

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by Silas Dean (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: 40 Dimensions: 0.1 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publ...

Constitucion De La Republica Dominicana, 1908 (1908) - Paperback

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by Dominican Republic (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: 28 Dimensions: 0.07 x 11 x 8....

In Memoriam: The Late Harry Stephen Meysey-Thompson, Of Kirby Hall, Baronet (1874) - Paperback

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by Anonymous (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: 24 Dimensions: 0.06 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publ...