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Old Indian Geographical Names Around Santa Fe, New Mexico (1920)

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Report copyright infringementby John P. Harrington (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. Numb...

The First 649 Days: Essays and Other Acts of Love

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Report copyright infringementby Eric Lemay (Author)A stirring collection from one of the form's most widely praised innovators How do we wrestle with unimaginable loss? How does love open us to new worlds and even new versions of ourselves? In The First 649 Days, Eric LeMay explores the everyday moments and momentous events that make and unmake our lives, from the birth of a child to mass death in a global pandemic to finding a home and comfort among the fields and forests of Appalachian Ohio...

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Report copyright infringementby James Daley (Editor)"Even on the printed page these speeches retain their power." -- The Gay & Lesbian ReviewThis comprehensive anthology traces the rhetoric of the gay rights movement from the late nineteenth century to the present. It chronicles the progression from its deeply clandestine beginnings to the battle for recognition, through political struggles and victories of the mid-twentieth century to its current position -- at the forefront of the mains...

NIV, Journal the Word Bible, Hardcover, Black, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Reflect, Take Notes, or Create Art Next to Your Favorite Verses

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Report copyright infringementby Zondervan (Author)Share your thoughts next to treasured ScriptureThe NIV Journal the Word(R) Bible allows you to creatively express yourself every day with plenty of room for notes or verse art next to your favorite verses. Made with unique and beautiful covers, this single-column journaling Bible features thick cream-colored paper with lightly ruled lines in the extra-wide margins, perfect to reflect on God's Word and enhance your study.Expertly designed for t...

Life Of St. Mildred, Abbess Of Minster In Thanet (1884)

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Report copyright infringementby A. Lay Tertiary of St Francis (Author)The ""Life of St. Mildred, Abbess of Minster in Thanet"" is a book written in 1884 by A Lay Tertiary of St. Francis. The book tells the story of St. Mildred, a Christian saint and abbess who lived in the 7th century. St. Mildred was born into a noble family and was known for her piety and devotion to God from an early age. She joined a monastery at a young age and eventually became the abbess of the Minster in Thanet, a pre...

Love And Madness: A Story Too True In A Series Of Letters, Between Parties Whose Names Would Perhaps Be Mentioned Were They Less Known O

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Report copyright infringementby Herbert Croft (Author)Love And Madness is a novel published in 1780, written by Herbert Croft. The book is presented as a collection of letters between two people whose identities are not revealed, but who are said to be well-known figures of their time. The story is about a young woman who falls in love with a man who is already engaged to another woman. The woman becomes obsessed with the man and her love turns into madness. The letters between the two charac...

The Love That Dares: An Anthology of Queer Love Letters

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Report copyright infringementby Rachel Smith (Author), Barbara Vesey (Author)An intimate and inspiring collection of letters revealing some of the greatest queer love stories in history "What this charming, moving and fascinating collection proves is that the [letter] form itself - a scribbled note, a declaration of love, an outpouring of passion, a bitter word - has always been with us." - Mark Gatiss A good love letter can speak across centuries, and reassure us that the agony and the ecs...

Because I Was Flesh: The Autobiography Of Edward Dahlberg

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Report copyright infringementby Edward Dahlberg (Author)""Because I Was Flesh"" is the autobiography of Edward Dahlberg, a prolific American writer who wrote extensively on literature, art, and society. In this book, Dahlberg recounts his life story, from his difficult childhood in rural Kansas to his experiences as a struggling writer in New York City, and his eventual rise to prominence in the literary world. Through a series of vivid and often poignant anecdotes, Dahlberg offers a candid a...

Phantom Signs: The Muse in Universe City

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Report copyright infringementby Philip Brady (Author)What are the paradoxes of the writing life, especially for a writer who represents the work of other writers? Philip Brady, poet at Youngstown State University and publisher at Etruscan Press, begins Phantom Signs pondering this question from his dual perspective as a professional writer and small-press publisher. This book emerges from the tension between these modes of being in the world: the writer's dark; the editor's light. With humor...

The Western Mind In Transition: An Eyewitness Story

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Report copyright infringementby Franz Alexander (Author) Number of Pages: 318 Dimensions: 0.66 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: April 14, 2012

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Report copyright infringementby Ed Sullivan (Author), Betty Sullivan Precht (Author), Don Almquist (Illustrator)""Christmas With Ed Sullivan"" is a heartwarming collection of holiday stories and memories from the legendary television personality, Ed Sullivan. The book is filled with personal anecdotes and reflections on the true meaning of Christmas, as well as interviews with some of the biggest stars of the era, including Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, and Nat King Cole. Sullivan's warm and en...

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Report copyright infringementby Vance Randolph (Author) Number of Pages: 26 Dimensions: 0.05 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: October 06, 2012

The Art, Humor, and Humanity of Mark Twain

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Report copyright infringementby Minnie M. Brashear (Editor), Robert M. Rodney (Editor), Edward Wagenknecht (Introduction by)Mark Twain is revealed here in an entirely new autobiographical light from his own writings as they reflect his career, his thinking, and his humor. This volume captures the grandeur that distinguishes Mark Twain as, in the words of George Bernard Shaw, "by far the greatest American writer." Made up of short stories and excerpts from Twain's principal works, this collect...

The Fighting Norths And Pawnee Scouts: Narratives And Reminiscences Of Military Service On The Old Frontier

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Bruce (Author)""The Fighting Norths And Pawnee Scouts"" is a historical book written by Robert Bruce. It is a collection of narratives and reminiscences of military service on the old frontier, focusing on the experiences of the North family and the Pawnee Scouts. The book provides a detailed account of the Indian Wars, the battles fought, and the tactics used by the military during the late 1800s. The author draws from primary sources and firsthand acco...

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Report copyright infringementby Edward S. Ninde (Author)George Whitefield: Prophet and Preacher is a biography of the renowned 18th-century evangelist and founder of Methodism, George Whitefield. Written by Edward S. Ninde, the book explores Whitefield's life and ministry, from his early days as a student at Oxford University to his travels throughout England, Scotland, and America, where he preached to thousands of people and helped to ignite the Great Awakening. The book also delves into Wh...

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Report copyright infringementby James G. McCurdy (Author)""By Juan De Fuca's Strait: Pioneering Along The Northwestern Edge Of The Continent"" is a book written by James G. McCurdy. The book is a historical account of the exploration and settlement of the Pacific Northwest region of North America. The author focuses on the Juan de Fuca Strait, which separates the Olympic Peninsula of Washington State from Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. The book covers the period from the late 1...

Wordsworth's Theory Of Poetic Diction: A Study Of The Historical And Personal Background Of The Lyrical Ballads

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Report copyright infringementby Marjorie Latta Barstow (Author)Wordsworth's Theory of Poetic Diction: A Study of the Historical and Personal Background of the Lyrical Ballads is a book written by Marjorie Latta Barstow. This book is a comprehensive study of the theory of poetic diction as proposed by the renowned English poet William Wordsworth. The book delves into the historical and personal background of Wordsworth's famous work, the Lyrical Ballads, and examines the various elements that ...

Black But Comely: Or Glimpses Of Aboriginal Life In Australia (1884)

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Report copyright infringementby John Brown Gribble (Author)Black But Comely: Or Glimpses Of Aboriginal Life In Australia is a book written by John Brown Gribble in 1884. The book is an account of the author's experiences living and working among the Aboriginal people of Australia during the late 19th century. The title of the book is taken from a passage in the Bible, which describes a woman who is black but beautiful. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a detailed des...

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Report copyright infringementby Arnold Wright (Author)Baboo English As ��Tis Writ: Being Curiosities Of Indian Journalism (1891) is a book written by Arnold Wright that explores the humorous, bizarre, and often unintentionally comical aspects of Indian journalism during the late 19th century. The book is a collection of articles, advertisements, and letters that were published in various Indian newspapers and magazines at the time, showcasing the unique style of English language used by ...

English And Roman-Dutch Law: Being A Statement Of The Differences Between The Law Of England And Roman-Dutch Law (1903)

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Report copyright infringementby George Thomas Morice (Author)""English and Roman-Dutch Law: Being a Statement of the Differences between the Law of England and Roman-Dutch Law"" is a book written by George Thomas Morice and published in 1903. The book provides a comprehensive comparison of the legal systems of England and the Netherlands, specifically the Roman-Dutch law that influenced the legal system of South Africa. The author begins by outlining the historical development of both legal s...

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Report copyright infringementby Del Staecker (Author), David Rule (Photographer)COLORED PEBBLES is an eclectic collection of stories about people -- people who, through their interactions with the author, were instrumental in shaping a man's life. Imagine looking back and mapping who inspired you, who nurtured you, who nudged you to reach for your dreams; who in your life taught you how to be, how to act, how to discern, how to meet challenges, how to overcome disappointments. Del Staecker's ...

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Report copyright infringementby David G. Stone (Author)The most extraordinary samurai story ever told is the one history tried to erase.Meet Yasuke-the only African samurai in Japanese history and the personal retainer to Oda Nobunaga, the legendary "Demon King" who nearly unified Japan. But this isn't just another samurai tale. This is the story of a man who shattered every expectation, defied every tradition, and carved his name into legend with nothing but courage, steel, and an unbreakabl...

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Report copyright infringementby Williams Haynes (Author)Brimstone, The Stone That Burns: The Story Of The Frasch Sulphur Industry is a book by Haynes Williams that provides a comprehensive history of the Frasch Sulphur Industry. The book is an in-depth exploration of the discovery, development, and production of sulphur from the Frasch process, which was invented by Herman Frasch in the late 19th century. The book covers the early experiments and trials of the process, its commercialization a...

Essays And Dialogues Of Giacomo Leopardi: With Biographical Sketch (1882)

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Report copyright infringementby Giacomo Leopardi (Author), Charles Edwardes (Translator)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 ori...

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Report copyright infringementby William F. Cody (Author), Col William F. Cody (Author)He was riding as fast as his pony could go through a ravine one day when there sprang out in front of him in the narrow track a man with his rifle at his shoulder. Young Cody knew enough to know that the man had what was called the "drop" on him. There was nothing to do but pull up and await events. It was a white man-a desperado of the plains. He told the boy that he meant him no harm, but that he wanted th...

Lady Rose Weigall: A Memoir Based on Her Correspondence and the Recollections of Friends

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Report copyright infringementby Rachel Weigall (Author)This is a new release of the original 1923 edition. Number of Pages: 334 Dimensions: 0.7 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: October 27, 2013

Little Apocalypses: Essays on Motherhood, Climate Change, and Hope at the End of the World

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Report copyright infringementby Kaitlyn Teer (Author)"Raw, undeniable, and tender." --Kate Baer, New York Times bestselling author of What Kind of Woman"As quietly earth-shattering as it is tenderly hopeful." --Catherine Newman, New York Times bestselling author of Sandwich and WreckA thoughtful, evocative, and urgently needed collection that reimagines the stories we tell about motherhood, climate change, and the end of the world as we know it.How do you raise children in a world rapidly bei...

Syme's Letter Writer: A Guide to Modern Correspondence about (Almost) Every Imaginable Subject of Daily Life, with Odes to Desktop Ephemera and Select

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Report copyright infringementby Rachel Syme (Author)A literary jaunt in praise of the lost art of letter writing that explores a cultural history and the undeniable thrill of old-school correspondence--from journalist and cultural critic Rachel Syme. Inspired by a famed correspondence handbook penned by a persnickety Victorian who had strong opinions on how to lick a stamp, cultural critic Rachel Syme has rewritten the staid letter-writing rules of yore for the letter writers of today. Syme i...

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Report copyright infringementby Arthur Versluis (Author), George a. Panichas (Introduction by)At times a personal memoir, at times a philosophical discussion, Island Farm is a snapshot of the American agrarian tradition. Much in the style of books such as Letters from an American Farmer, Arthur Versluis recounts the story of the Versluis family's orchards near Grand Rapids, Michigan, founded by his great-grandfather more than a century ago. With a palimpsest of memories and stories, Versluis ...

The Writing Irish: Irish Authors in Their Own Words

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Report copyright infringementby Jason O'Toole (Author)"Indisputably Ireland's most talented and prolific interviewer." - Irish Daily Mail The Writing Irish is an anthology of in-depth interviews with some of the island's leading literary luminaries. This wide-ranging collection of 18 subjects includes several of Ireland's most critically acclaimed novelists: Jennifer Johnston, Sebastian Barry, John Boyne, Emma Donoghue, Donal Ryan, Joseph O'Connor, Pat McCabe, and Dermot Healy, who was descri...

Champagne Ladies: Effervescent at Any Age

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Report copyright infringementby Susan R. Meyer (Author)Meet the Women Redefining What's Possible After 60In this inspiring collection, Dr. Susan R. Meyer brings together the stories of thirty-eight remarkable women-ages sixty-six to ninety-seven-who are redefining what it means to live with vitality, courage, and joy. These are women who broke barriers, built careers in male-dominated worlds, raised their voices against discrimination, and refused to accept the narrow roles society tried to h...

Gottlieb Mittelberger's Journey To Pennsylvania In The Year 1750 And Return To Germany In The Year 1754 (1898)

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Report copyright infringementby Gottlieb Mittelberger (Author), Carl Theodor Eben (Translator)Gottlieb Mittelberger's Journey to Pennsylvania in the Year 1750 and Return to Germany in the Year 1754 is a historical account of the experiences of Gottlieb Mittelberger, a German immigrant who traveled to Pennsylvania in 1750. The book provides a detailed description of the conditions and circumstances that led to the immigration of Germans to the United States during the 18th century. Mittelberge...