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Report copyright infringementby Paul Heyse (Author), Robert Harry Allpress (Other)Kolberg is a historical novel written by Paul Heyse and first published in 1894. The story is set during the Napoleonic Wars in the early 19th century and centers around the siege of the town of Kolberg in Prussia by French forces. The town is defended by a small garrison of soldiers and civilians, who are determined to hold out against the French onslaught. The novel follows the lives of several characters, inc...

Three Famous Adventures: The Buccaneers, Uncle Remus, Blue River Bear Stories And Major Charles

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Report copyright infringementby Howard Pyle (Author), Joel Chandler Harris (Foreword by), Charles Major (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 ...

The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains

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Report copyright infringementby Pria Anand (Author)In this collection of medical tales "reminiscent of Oliver Sacks...the best of medical writing" (Abraham Verghese, author of The Covenant of Water), a neurologist reckons with the stories we tell about our brains, and the stories our brains tell us. A girl believes she has been struck blind for stealing a kiss. A mother watches helplessly as each of her children is replaced by a changeling. A woman is haunted each month by the same four chord...

Let the Coyotes Howl: A Story of Philmont Scout Ranch

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Report copyright infringementby Samuel D. Bogan (Author)This is a new release of the original 1946 edition. Number of Pages: 190 Dimensions: 0.4 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: October 27, 2013

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Report copyright infringementby Whit Knight (Author)Personal history meets fiction in this engrossing collection of essays and short stories from an Air Force veteran.Three Virtuous Women is a collection of essays and short stories inspired by people and events in author Whit Knight's life. "Part One" blends memories and fiction to relate the trials and triumphs of three Asian women. Drawing from his own experience while serving in the United States Air Force, Knight taps into his affinity fo...

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Report copyright infringementby Dick Linford (Author)Stories of a Western Wildhood is a collection of essays that document the unruly childhood and adolescence of the author, Dick Linford, in Wyoming and New Mexico, and later his adult years in California, where he was co-founder of one of the early whitewater rafting companies in the West. Born to an alcoholic writer-father and a loving but overwhelmed mother, Linford experiences the glories of the Intermountain West, the gritty living condi...

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Report copyright infringementby Ralph A. Herring (Author)God Being My Helper is a spiritual book written by Ralph A. Herring. The book offers a comprehensive guide to developing a deeper relationship with God and finding strength and guidance in His teachings. The author shares his personal experiences and insights on how to live a more fulfilling life by trusting in God's plan and following His path. The book covers various topics such as prayer, faith, forgiveness, and the power of positive...

Cynthia Ann Parker: The Story Of Her Capture At The Massacre Of The Inmates Of Parkers Fort; Of Her Quarter Of A Century Spent Among The C

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Report copyright infringementby James T. DeShields (Author)Cynthia Ann Parker: The Story Of Her Capture At The Massacre Of The Inmates Of Parkers Fort; Of Her Quarter Of A Century Spent Among The Comanches (1886) is a historical book written by James T. DeShields. The book narrates the life story of Cynthia Ann Parker, who was captured by the Comanches during a raid on her family's fort in Texas in 1836, when she was just nine years old. The book describes the horrific events of the massacre ...

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Report copyright infringementby Andrea Lashay (Author), Tayler Simon (Author)Raise your glass to a powerful chorus of voices. Wine About It is a heartfelt anthology that brings together the poetry, short stories, and personal essays of Black women from across South Carolina. Through raw truth and radiant beauty, these contributors explore the deeply personal and powerful themes of healing, self-love, and self-acceptance.In these pages, you'll find stories of emotional, mental, and spiritual r...

Amiel's Journal: The Journal Intime of Henri Frederic Amiel

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Report copyright infringementby Henri-Frederic Amiel (Author), Humphry Ward (Translator)Amiel's Journal is an introspective exploration of the inner life of Swiss philosopher and poet Henri-Frédéric Amiel. In his diary, Amiel reflects on themes of love, spirituality, solitude, and self-identity, presenting a deeply personal view of his philosophical and emotional struggles. This classic work offers readers a glimpse into the mind of a 19th-century intellectual grappling with universal human q...

Black Tavern Tales: Stories of Old New England

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Report copyright infringementby Charles Leroy Goodell (Author) Number of Pages: 214 Dimensions: 0.45 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: June 16, 2012

The Escort Carriers in Action: The Story, in Pictures, of the Escort Carrier Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, 1945

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Report copyright infringementby Price Jr. Gilbert (Editor)The Escort Carriers In Action: The Story, In Pictures, Of The Escort Carrier Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, 1945 by Gilbert Jr., Price is a comprehensive book that tells the story of the Escort Carrier Force during World War II. The book is filled with striking photographs that capture the action and drama of the Pacific Theater, where the Escort Carrier Force played a vital role in the war effort.The book begins by introducing the reader ...

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Report copyright infringementby Brother Ernest (Author), Nancy Garner (Illustrator)""The Son of Thunder: A Story of St. John, the Apostle"" by Ernest, Brother is a captivating novel that tells the story of one of the most beloved and influential figures in Christianity - St. John, the Apostle. The book takes the reader on a journey through the life of St. John, from his early years as a fisherman in Galilee to his later years as a leader in the early Christian church.Through vivid description...

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Report copyright infringementby Bert Clark Thayer (Author)Whirlaway: The Life And Times Of A Great Racer is a biography of one of the greatest racehorses in American history. Written by Bert Clark Thayer, the book tells the story of Whirlaway, a horse who won the Triple Crown in 1941 and went on to become a legend in the world of horse racing.The book starts with Whirlaway's early years, tracing his lineage and his early training. It then follows his career as he rises through the ranks of ra...

Mother Isabel Of The Sacred Heart, Carmelite Nun Of Lisieux, 1882-1914 (1916)

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Report copyright infringementby Benedict Weld-Blundell (Translator)Mother Isabel of the Sacred Heart, Carmelite Nun of Lisieux, 1882-1914 is a biographical book written by Benedict Weld-Blundell and published in 1916. The book tells the story of Isabel of the Sacred Heart, a Carmelite nun who lived in the town of Lisieux in France during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Isabel was born in 1882 and joined the Carmelite order at the age of 19, taking the name Sister Mary of the Sacred He...

... Race Traits and Tendencies of the America Negro, Volume 11

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Report copyright infringementby Frederick Ludwig Hoffman (Author)This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservati...

John Merrick: A Biographical Sketch (1920)

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Report copyright infringementby Robert McCants Andrews (Author)John Merrick: A Biographical Sketch is a book written by Robert McCants Andrews in 1920. The book is a biographical account of the life of John Merrick, an African American entrepreneur and philanthropist who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book traces Merrick's life from his humble beginnings as the son of a slave in North Carolina to his rise as a successful businessman in Durham, North Carolina. Merrick is ...

St. James And St. John The Sons Of Thunder

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Taylor (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...

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Report copyright infringementby H. W. Blakeley (Foreword by)Famous Fourth: The Story Of The 4th Infantry Division is a book written by H. W. Blakeley that provides a comprehensive history of the 4th Infantry Division of the United States Army. The book covers the division's formation and its role in various conflicts, including World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War. The author provides a detailed account of the division's battles, tactics, and strategies, as well as the experiences o...

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Report copyright infringementby H. G. Wells (Author)The Man Who Could Work Miracles is a science fiction novella written by H.G. Wells. The story revolves around a man named George McWhirter Fotheringay who discovers that he has the ability to perform miracles. Fotheringay is an ordinary man who works as a clerk in a small town. One day, he discovers that he can make things happen just by thinking about them. He first uses his powers to make a tree disappear, which attracts the attention of t...

Culture Creep: Notes on the Pop Apocalypse

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Report copyright infringementby Alice Bolin (Author)"This book re-framed my entire adolescence. I highly recommend you read it." -- LING MAFrom the critically acclaimed author of Dead Girls ("stylish and inspired"--New York Times Book Review), a sharp, engrossing collection of essays that explore the strange career of popular feminism and steady creep of cults and cult-think into our daily lives.In seven stunning original essays, Alice Bolin turns her gaze to the myriad ways femininity is rem...

Doing Time: Papers from Framingham Prison

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Report copyright infringementby Katherine Power (Author)I didn't set out to be a terrorist. As a student activist, I moved from -protesting the war in Vietnam to waging guerrilla warfare to overthrow the government. A bank robbery we undertook to finance this "revolution" resulted in the murder of Boston police officer Walter Schroeder. I fled and lived as a fugitive for 23 years. In 1993 I surrendered to -authorities, pled guilty to armed robbery and manslaughter, and served six years in pri...

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Report copyright infringementby J. Hampden Dougherty (Author)William M. Evarts: Lawyer And Statesman is a biography written by J. Hampden Dougherty. The book chronicles the life and career of William M. Evarts, a prominent lawyer and statesman in the 19th century. Evarts was born in Boston in 1818 and went on to attend Yale University and Harvard Law School. He became a successful lawyer and was involved in many high-profile cases, including the impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson.I...

History Of Ritchie County: With Biographical Sketches Of Its Pioneers And Their Ancestors (1911)

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Report copyright infringementby Minnie Kendall Lowther (Author)""History of Ritchie County: With Biographical Sketches of Its Pioneers and Their Ancestors"" is a historical book written by Minnie Kendall Lowther in 1911. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Ritchie County, West Virginia, from its founding to the early 20th century. It includes information on the county's early settlers, their struggles, and their achievements in building the community. The author also provid...

Behind The German Veil: A Record Of A Journalistic War Pilgrimage (1917)

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Report copyright infringementby J. M. de Beaufort (Author)Behind The German Veil: A Record Of A Journalistic War Pilgrimage is a book written by J. M. De Beaufort and published in 1917. The book is a firsthand account of De Beaufort's experiences as a journalist during the First World War. He traveled to Germany to report on the war from the German perspective and provide a balanced view of the conflict.The book provides an in-depth look at German society and culture during the war, as well a...

Public Speaking and Influencing Men in Business

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Report copyright infringementby Dale Carnegie (Author)This Is A New Release Of The Original 1913 Edition. Number of Pages: 338 Dimensions: 0.7 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: March 30, 2014

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Report copyright infringementby Richard Ellsworth Day (Author), John Jasper (Author)Rhapsody In Black: The Life Story Of John Jasper is a biographical book written by Richard Ellsworth Day that tells the life story of John Jasper, an African American preacher who gained fame in the mid-19th century for his powerful sermons and unique preaching style. The book provides a detailed account of Jasper's life, from his childhood as a slave in Virginia to his rise as a prominent figure in the Africa...

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Report copyright infringementby L. Bloomfield (Author)Sacred Stories of the Sweet Grass Cree 1930 is a book written by L. Bloomfield that compiles traditional stories and legends of the Sweet Grass Cree, a First Nations people of Canada. The book was originally published in 1930 and has since been reprinted several times. The stories included in the book are told in the form of oral tradition and were passed down from generation to generation. They cover a range of topics, including creation ...

The Coming Of The White Women, 1836: As Told In Letters And Journal Of Narcissa Prentiss Whitman

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Report copyright infringementby Narcissa Prentiss Whitman (Author), T. C. Elliott (Editor)The Coming Of The White Women, 1836: As Told In Letters And Journal Of Narcissa Prentiss Whitman is a historical book that recounts the experiences of Narcissa Prentiss Whitman, a young American woman who traveled to Oregon in the 19th century as a missionary. The book is a collection of her letters and journal entries, which describe her journey from New York to Oregon, her encounters with Native Americ...

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Report copyright infringementby William Patten (Author)Reminiscences Of The Late Reverend Samuel Hopkins Of Newport, Rhode Island (1843) is a book written by William Patten. The book is a collection of memories and anecdotes about the life of Samuel Hopkins, a prominent figure in the religious community of Newport, Rhode Island. Hopkins was a Congregational minister and theologian who played a significant role in the development of the New Divinity movement in the late 18th century. The book ...

Memoirs Of General Lafayette V2: And Of The French Revolution Of 1830 (1833)

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Report copyright infringementby Bernard Sarrans (Author)Memoirs of General Lafayette Volume 2 is a historical book written by Bernard Sarrans in 1833. The book is a detailed account of the life and experiences of General Lafayette, a French aristocrat and military officer who played a crucial role in the American Revolution and the French Revolution.The book covers Lafayette's early life, his involvement in the American Revolution, and his return to France where he became a key figure in the ...

Memoir Of Robert Moffat: Missionary To South Africa, 1817-1870 (1887)

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Report copyright infringementby Martha L. Wilder (Author)Memoir of Robert Moffat: Missionary to South Africa, 1817-1870 is a biographical account of the life and work of Robert Moffat, a Scottish missionary who spent over 50 years in southern Africa. The book was written by Martha L. Wilder and originally published in 1887. The memoir chronicles Moffat's early life in Scotland and his decision to become a missionary. It then follows his journey to South Africa, where he established a mission ...