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El Pueblo Aereo (Spanish) Edition - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Julio Verne (Author)En la novela se cuestiona el famoso eslab n perdido entre los simios y los seres humanos, debate que hoy en d a ya es un anacronismo desde la publicaci n de la obra de Darwin. Es una novela muy agradable de leer, muy alegre y con partes de mucha valent a en respuesta a feroces ataques de elefantes y rinocerontes. Number of Pages: 102 Dimensions: 0.21 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: June 28, 2017

The Appalachian Collection: Remembering the Hill Country: Large Print - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Janice Louise Blanton (Author), Harold H. Milton (Author)This collection of tales from the Appalachian mountain country provides a look at the culture and people of the hills that few are privileged to know directly. These stories are a way of keeping alive ways of life that are slowly vanishing from the world.Author BiographyHarold Milton was born in Marietta, Ohio in a log cabin on a farm in 1913. He had four sisters. He loved the trees and the woods, digging...

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Report copyright infringementby Jose Hernandez (Author)El Mart n Fierro es la pieza fundamental de la literatura argentina y de ese g nero nico que es la poes a gauchesca. Por la fuerza expresiva de su lenguaje, la historia de las desventuras de Mart n Fierro se incorpor a la tradici n popular y se convirti en el poema nacional por excelencia. Desde su publicaci n en 1872, el personaje se fue transformando en un mito que encarn el individualismo del gaucho en la libertad de la pampa frent...

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Report copyright infringementby Edibooks (Editor), Washington Irving (Author)"The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" is a short story of speculative fiction by American author Washington Irving, contained in his collection of 34 essays and short stories entitled The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent. Written while Irving was living abroad in Birmingham, England, "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" was first published in 1820. Along with Irving's companion piece "Rip Van Winkle", "The Legend of Sleepy Holl...

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Report copyright infringementby Thomas Malory (Author)El libro La muerte de Arturo (a veces publicado con el nombre Le Morte d'Arthur o Morte Darthur y aparecido en su primera publicaci n y en algunas ediciones modernas como La mort d'Arthur) es la versi n de sir Thomas Malory sobre la historia del Rey Arturo y los Caballeros de la Mesa Redonda, basada en varias leyendas inglesas y francesas. Algunas partes del libro son material original de Malory, mientras que otras son las interpretaciones...

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Report copyright infringementby Sófocles (Author)El or culo hab a vaticinado a Layo, rey de Tebas, que de l y su esposa, Yocasta nacer a un hijo que le dar a muerte y se casar a despu s con su madre. Al nacer un hijo de dichos soberanos, su madre lo entreg a un pastor para que lo dejase morir abandonado en la monta a. Movido ste a compasi n, se lo entreg a otro pastor, que se lo llev al rey de Corinto. Ya hombre e ignorante de hado, Edipo mat a su desconocido padre en un altercado, y se...

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Report copyright infringementby Virgil (Author)The Georgics is the second major work by the Latin poet Virgil. It is a poem that draws on many prior sources and influenced many later authors from antiquity to the present. As the name suggests, the subject of the poem is agriculture; but far from being an example of peaceful rural poetry, it is a work characterized by tensions in both theme and purpose. The work consists of 2,188 hexametric verses divided into four books. The yearly timings by...

Captivity Brinton Hammon: Narrative of the uncommon sufferings, and surprizing deliverance of Briton Hammon, - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Brinton Hammon (Author)This first slave narrative independently printed in the North American colonies recounts the adventures of Briton Hammon (fl. 1760) during an extended absence from his master, which included shipwreck off the Florida capes, captivity among cannibalistic Indians, imprisonment by pirates in Havana, and service on several British gun ships, one of which saw action against the French. Told in the picaresque style of the popular "rake's progre...

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Report copyright infringementby Marcus Aurelius (Author), Méric Casaubon (Author)Méric Casaubon's famous 1634 translation of Meditations was the first English version of the Stoic masterwork to be reprinted many times because of its widespread popularity. The Shakespearean language has been called difficult by modern standards but the poetic Elizabethan prose greatly enhances this deeply spiritual work. Aurelius is no less eloquent or articulate than in later versions and the power of his tho...

33rd Degree Sovereign Grand Inspector General Or Supreme Council Of The 33rd Degree - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Anonymous (Author)The book titled ""33rd Degree Sovereign Grand Inspector General Or Supreme Council Of The 33rd Degree"" is an anonymous work that delves into the inner workings of the secretive and exclusive organization known as the Supreme Council of the 33rd Degree. This organization is a branch of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, and its members are considered to be some of the most powerful and influential figures in the world.The book provides a detail...

The Arabic Gospel of the Infancy of the Saviour V1 - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Anonymous (Author)The Arabic Gospel of the Infancy of the Saviour V1 is a religious text that tells the story of the early life of Jesus Christ. It is believed to have been written anonymously in the Arabic language and is considered to be a part of the apocryphal gospels. The book is divided into several chapters that describe the birth of Jesus, his childhood, and his miracles. It also includes stories about the wise men who visited Jesus, the flight to Egypt...

Indian War Diary: A Fight with Chief Joseph (Expanded, Annotated) - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Brian V. Hunt (Editor), Stanton Gilbert Fisher (Author)To other scouts, he was the "Prince of Scouts." One even later called him "Super Scout." His name was S.G. Fisher and he spent the late summer and fall of 1877 chasing Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce across Idaho, Wyoming, and Montana. This is the journal in which he recorded that adventure.Considered by the soldiers he scouted for a "generous, warm-hearted gentleman," General O.O. Howard called him the best...

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by Francis Bacon (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)The Essays (1625) is a collection of writings by Francis Bacon, one of England's most prominent philosophers and scientists whose work was central to shaping the ideals of the Renaissance and scientific revolution. Although Bacon is remembered today as the father of modern science, this collection contains his thoughts on mostly moral and civil matters, highlighting his immense skill as a philosopher and statesman. Filled with referenc...

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by Paul Laurence Dunbar (Author), Alice Dunbar Nelson (Author)Mr. and Mrs. Dunbar: Poems, Plays and Prose (2021) is a selection of the literary works of Paul Laurence Dunbar and Alice Dunbar Nelson. With such collections Oak and Ivy (1892) and Majors and Minors (1896), Paul Laurence Dunbar earned a reputation as an artist with a powerful vision of faith and perseverance who sought to capture and examine the diversity of the African American experience. In her poems, plays, and stories, Alice ...

Life and Letters of Emily Dickinson - Paperback

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by Martha Dickinson Bianchi (Author), Emily Dickinson (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)Published in 1924, The Life and Letters of Emily Dickinson is a biography by her niece Martha Dickinson Bianchi. Featuring detailed biographical essays and her letters, for the first time arranged chronically, the book stands as a retelling of her aunt's life from the perspective of family in an attempt to challenge the image of Emily Dickinson as a cold, isolated woman of mystery. With an eye-catch...

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by G. K. Chesterton (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)G.K. Chesterton delivers insightful commentary on modern behavior and social practices influenced by big business, gender roles, government and other notable figures throughout his lifetime. The book is inspired by his own personal beliefs regarding faith, family and the working man. What's Wrong with the World is a critical analysis of various topics covered by acclaimed writer G.K. Chesterton. He tackles contemporary ideals that d...

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by James Weldon Johnson (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)Fifty Years and Other Poems (1917) is a collection of poems by James Weldon Johnson. Although less popular than his book God's Trombones: Seven Negro Sermons in Verse (1927), Johnson's second poetry collection showcases his talents as a rising star of African American literature. Including some poems that would be featured in The Book of American Negro Poetry (1922), an influential anthology compiled and edited by the poet himse...

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by Anton Chekhov (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)Love and Other Stories (1922) is a collection of twenty-three stories by Russian writer Anton Chekhov. Recognized today as foundational for the development of the modern short story, Anton Chekhov has transcended Russian literature to become one of the most popular and acclaimed authors in history, in any language. This collection showcases the author's unique talent for illuminating the intricacies of love and critiquing the values of...

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by William Butler Yeats (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)Ideas of Good and Evil (1903) is a collection of wide-ranging essays by Irish poet W.B. Yeats. Writing on such subjects as the art of poetry, politics, and the occult, Yeats proves himself to be not only a master of verse and drama, but an immensely talented essayist and thorough scholar. "What is 'Popular Poetry'?" reflects on a changing Irish literary landscape which has, over the course of Yeats' career, established its own p...

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by Henrik Ibsen (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)Nora Helmer is a dutiful young wife and mother of three children whose attempt to secure her family's future may ultimately lead to its destruction. Ibsen's play explores female identity and independence in a male dominated society. The Helmer family consists of Torvald and Nora, as well as three children: Ivar, Bobby and Emmy. From the outside, they appear to live a happy and idyllic life. Yet, a secret from Nora's past threatens to de...

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by G. K. Chesterton (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)Tremendous Trifles is comprised of 39 chapters, each functioning as their own essay or story. With whimsical, light-hearted prose, vivid figurative language, and unparalleled insight, Chesterton covers a variety of philosophical principles of everyday life. Chesterton often used ordinary events and objects to explain deeper matters. Using relatable and accessible examples, Tremendous Trifles also test biases and preconceived ideas, ...

The Letters of Abelard and Heloise - Paperback

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by Peter Abelard (Author), Heloise (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)Soon after meeting near the famed city of love, Paris, Heloiseand Abelard fall into a deep and passionate love. Abelard is a well-known man and famous teacher; his students are considered to be lucky to study with him. Heloise, however, surpasses his other students with her multi-linguicism and impressive scholarship. Whether it be fate or their mutual intelligence, Heloise and Abelard make a quick connection. Sinc...

The Bird of Time: Songs of Life, Death & the Spring - Paperback

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by Sarojini Naidu (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)The Bird of Time (1912) is a poetry collection by Sarojini Naidu. Naidu's second book of English verse is steeped in the Romantic tradition while entirely conscious of the present political strife of her native India. From songs of love to portraits of urban life, Naidu's poems reflect her commitment to feeling, both for herself and for others. Traditional and modern, The Bird of Time is a powerful collection from a young poet on the ...

Second Thoughts of an Idle Fellow - Hardcover

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by Jerome K. Jerome (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)Featuring twelve simple yet profound essays, Jerome K. Jerome's Second Thoughts of an Idle Fellow is a humorous and clever collection. Each essay is crafted around a timeless and relatable issue, such as the unfortunately common inability to make decisions. On the Art of Making Up One's Mind observes this to be a common practice. Beginning with the story of a young woman who cannot decide what color of garment to buy, this essay ta...

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by Thomas Macdermot (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)Conceived by Jamaica's first Poet Laureate, Thomas MacDermot, The All Jamaican Library is where literary publishing in Jamaica found its footing. This indigenous imprint was designed to put forth work written by Jamaicans about Jamaica while being reasonably priced in order to remain accessible to the locals. Though it only ran for six years, MacDermot published two of his own novels, Becka's Buckra Baby (1904) and One Brown Girl an...

The Flying Superhero Clothes Horse: 2018 - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Ballyfermot Writers Group (Author)Ballyfermot is a community bustling with creativity since its inauguration by magic wand and monster puff of smoke back in 1948. That's exactly seventy years ago in 2018. To mark this glorious occasion, Ballyfermot Writers' Group, with very special guests, has published this bespoke selection of songs, stories, art and flying superhero clothes horses with all profits being donated to The Simon Community. Come and have a read if...

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Report copyright infringementby John Bunyan (Author)John Bunyan, renowned author of the timeless classic "The Pilgrim's Progress," humbly confessed to being one of the most wretched sinners to have ever graced this earth. Astonished by the infinite grace of God that transformed his life, he dedicated himself to proclaiming the glorious message of salvation to all who would listen. Now, in his final work, "The Jerusalem Sinner Saved," Bunyan masterfully unveils the boundless depths of God's fo...

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Report copyright infringementby J. Olympus Fisher (Author)A poetic walk through my healing journey of learning to take up space. Number of Pages: 66 Dimensions: 0.14 x 8 x 5 IN Publication Date: May 10, 2023

The Path on the Rainbow: An Anthology of Songs and Chants from the Indians of North America - Paperback

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by George W. Cronyn (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)"The practical necessity of being preserved and handed on by word of mouth only, must be constantly borne in mind in considering the development of Indian verse forms. It operated to keep poetry tied to its twin-born melody, which assisted in memory, and was constantly at work modifying the native tendency to adjust the rhythm to every changing movement of the story."Bringing together the chants, songs and oral legends of Native Ame...

Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes - Paperback

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by W. D. Westervelt (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes (1916) explores Hawaiian folktales and myths collected by W. D. Westervelt. Connecting the origin story of Hawaii to the traditions of other Polynesian cultures, Westervelt provides an invaluable resource for understanding the historical and geographical scope of Hawaiian culture. Beginning with the origin story of Pele, the goddess of volcanoes, Westervelt introduces his groundbreaking collection of le...

The Emily Dickinson Collection - Paperback

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by Emily Dickinson (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)The Emily Dickinson Collection (2021) compiles some of the best-known works of an icon of American poetry. Out of nearly two-thousand poems discovered after her death, less than a dozen appeared in print during Dickinson's lifetime. Drawn from such influential posthumous volumes as Poems (1902) and The Single Hound (1914), The Emily Dickinson Collection captures the spiritual depths, celebratory heights, and impenetrable mystery of D...

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by Victor Hugo (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)William Shakespeare (1864) is an experimental biography by Victor Hugo. Written while the poet was living in exile on the island of Guernsey, William Shakespeare was doomed to fail at its conception. Condemned by critics who expected Hugo to focus on the works of the Elizabethan playwright, William Shakespeare is in reality a sweeping biography of literature itself, a touching tribute to the spirit of creativity which defines humanity's ...