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Samuel Craig, Senior: Pioneer To Western Pennsylvania, And His Descendants (1915)

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Report copyright infringementby Jane Maria Craig (Editor)Samuel Craig, Senior: Pioneer To Western Pennsylvania, And His Descendants is a historical book written by Jane Maria Craig and published in 1915. The book chronicles the life of Samuel Craig, a pioneer who migrated to Western Pennsylvania in the early 18th century. It details his journey, struggles, and triumphs as he settled in the region and established his family. The book also explores the lives of Samuel Craig's descendants and th...

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Report copyright infringementby Cynthia Broze (Author)Nurses of Los Angeles: Uncapping the Mystery details the leaders, the schools, and the lives of nurses who worked daily to achieve their goals. More than 450 color photographs, from 1858 to 2024, accompany each historical story and biography as it is told.When California became a state in 1850, the treeless basin named Los Angeles had no newspapers, colleges, libraries, or public schools. Residents obtained water from open canals in front ...

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Report copyright infringementby James Junius Goodwin (Author), Frank Farnsworth 1n Starr (Author)"English Goodwin Family Papers, Volume 3" delves into the intricate ancestry of William and Ozias Goodwin, who immigrated in 1632 and settled in Hartford, Connecticut. Compiled by James Junius Goodwin and Frank Farnsworth Starr, this volume presents meticulously collected material from their extensive search. This book is an invaluable resource for genealogists and historians interested in tracing...

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Report copyright infringementby William R. Denslow (Author), Harry S. Truman (Author)""10,000 Famous Freemasons, V1: A-D"" is a book written by William R. Denslow that provides a comprehensive list of notable individuals who were members of the Freemasonry organization. The book is divided into four volumes, with this first volume covering the letters A-D. The book includes biographical information on each person listed, as well as their Masonic affiliation and achievements within the organiz...

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Report copyright infringementby Theodore Abijah 1881- Cutting (Author)Theodore Abijah Cutting's memoir offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a pioneering American family. From his ancestors' travels across the Atlantic to their lives in New England and beyond, Cutting's family history is full of adventure, hardship, and resilience. With his keen eye for detail and gift for storytelling, Cutting brings his ancestors to life in vivid detail.This work has been selected by scholars as bei...

Massachusetts and Maine Families in the Ancestry of Walter Goodwin Davis: A Reprinting, in Alphabetical Order by Surname, of the Sixteen Multi-Ancesto

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Report copyright infringementby Walter Goodwin Davis (Author), Gary Boyd Roberts (Introduction by)Reprinted in these three volumes are seventeen books that comprise one of the major achievements of twentieth-century genealogy--the multi-ancestor compendium compiled and published by Walter Goodwin Davis between 1916 and 1963. These 2,100 fully-indexed pages authoritatively cover 180 families, all of Davis's colonial forebears plus nineteen English families in the immediate ancestry of American...

Founders: Portraits of Persons Born Abroad Who Came to the Colonies in North America Before the Year 1701. Three Volumes in Two.

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Report copyright infringementby Charles Knowles Bolton (Author)This combined collection is a pantheon of "American Fathers," founders of the American colonies who emigrated before the year 1701. Several hundred portraits--some by Rembrandt, Van Dyke, Sir Peter Lely, and Sir Godfrey Kneller, as well as portraits by lesser known hands, delight the reader at every turn. Taken altogether the work shows evidence of meticulous research and infinite care in production. The compiler offers a scholarl...

Genealogies of Virginia Families from the William and Mary College Quarterly Historical Magazine. in Five Volumes. Volume I: Adams - Clopton

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Report copyright infringementby William and Mary College Quarterly (Editor)Of the three periodicals which were originally devoted to Virginia genealogy and history, the "William and Mary College Quarterly" was the most scholarly. Its contribution in the field of family history made it the fountainhead of Virginia genealogy. This five-volume series contains every family history article published in the Quarterly from its beginning in 1892 until 1943, when genealogical contributions to the Quar...

Encyclopedia of Witchcraft: The Complete A-Z for the Entire Magical World - Hardcover

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by Judika Illes (Author)The author of the popular Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells and Encyclopedia of Spirits now explores the exciting magic and power of the mystical world of witches in Encyclopedia of Witchcraft, a comprehensive reference book that covers everything you ever wanted to know about this fascinating topic.Folklore expert Judika Illes introduces readers to mythic witches, modern witches, sacred goddess witches, even demon witches, male and female witches, witches from all over the...

Dictionary of Word Origins: The Histories of More Than 8,000 English-Language Words - Paperback

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by John Ayto (Author)Uncover the hidden and often surprising connection between words. Written in a clear and informative style, the more than 8,000 articles reveal the origins of and links between some of the most common English-language words. What is the link between map and apron, acrobat and oxygen, zeal and jealousy, flour and pollen, secret and crime? Did you know that crimson originally comes from the name of tiny scale insects, the kermes, from whose dried bodies a red dyestuff is ma...

The Whole Fish Cookbook: New Ways to Cook, Eat and Think - Hardcover

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by Josh Niland (Author)The Whole Fish Cookbook is the bestselling cookbook that has changed the way we think about fish. Jamie Oliver called Josh Niland one of the most impressive chefs of a generation and Yotam Ottolenghi voted the book one of his favourites - ever. Add to that a swag of awards, including: Two James Beard awards in 2020 - Restaurant and Professional and the prestigious Book of the Year; Andr Simon Food Book Award 2019; and The Australian Book Industry Association's Illustra...

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Report copyright infringementby David W. Menefee (Author)The captivating lives and groundbreaking accomplishments of fourteen men who dared to gamble their reputations by appearing in the first motion pictures are explored in a richly researched new book, The First Male Stars: Men of the Silent Era. At a time when other actors in the "legitimate theater" scorned the industry, these amazing men not only defied the odds of success but also received a place at the heights of a fascinating busine...

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Report copyright infringementby Curt J. Gronner (Author)This is a detailed genealogy of the family of the 40th U.S. President, Ronald Reagan. The work is divided into thirteen parts, one each for President Reagan's paternal line (that of Michael Reagan of Tipperary, Ireland) and the twelve allied families of John Baker, Benjamin R. Bechtel, Johnnie Blue, George Bristle, Henry E. Gerdes, Eilt Habben, Samuel Luckett, William McFarlane, Nathaniel Pierce, Jacob Smith, Andrew Wilson, and Claudio W...

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Report copyright infringementby Betty J. Carson (Author)A brief history of Maryland introduces this work, followed by brief items of interest concerning early Badens of Maryland, including John Baden, Sr. (died 1824). Genealogical data are provided for the following Badens and their descendants: John Baden (1732-1824), John Thomas Baden (born 1792), John Henry Baden (1839-1905), Thomas Early, Sr. (1760-1816), John B. Baden (1831-1873), Jeremiah Smith Baden (1840-1923), Thomas Baden (born 1732...

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Report copyright infringementby David P. Appleby (Author)One of the most prolific composers of the 20th century, Heitor Villa-Lobos' influence on the music of Latin America was enormous. This bio-bibliography, published to coincide with the centennial celebration of the composer's birth, contains comprehensive information about his life and work heretofore unavailable in a single source in any language. The book is divided into four principal sections: Biography, Works and Performances, Disco...

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Report copyright infringementby Rorie Smith (Author)A decorated World War Two hero and a beautiful Thai lady who has suffered for twenty five years with Parkinson's disease are both dead. They are my father and my wife. This is a memoir of their lives. It is a love story, a story of adventure, a comedy and an homage. There is gambling, a gun, a bizarre manuscript. It is an attempt, by means of fiction, to be true to the spirit of who they were. It is also an attempt to preserve their memory f...

The Little Book of New York: Celebrating the City That Never Sleeps - Hardcover

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by Orange Hippo! (Author), Orange Hippo! (Editor)A little book about the Big AppleNew York City is one of the most visited cities in the world, attracting about 65 million visitors every year. On first impression, it is loud, busy, and expensive, with New Yorkers fighting against the crowds to get to the other side of 42nd Street and yellow cabs speeding down Broadway. Many residents are squeezed into tenement buildings and skyscrapers where rents are sky-high and apartments are small, but st...

Ibn Khallikan's Biographical Dictionary - Vol 3

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Report copyright infringementby Ibn Khallikan (Author), B. Mac Guckin de Slane (Translator)Immerse yourself in the rich history and cultural tapestry of the Islamic Golden Age with "Ibn Khallikan's Biographical Dictionary - Volume 3". This meticulously translated work by William MacGuckin de Slane brings to life the original Arabic manuscript of Ahmad ibn Muhammad ibn Khallikan, a revered 13th-century scholar.This third volume is a treasure trove of biographies, detailing the lives of influen...

Ibn Khallikan's Biographical Dictionary - Vol 1

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Report copyright infringementby Ibn Khallikan (Author), B. Mac Guckin de Slane (Translator)Step into the vibrant tapestry of Islamic history with Ibn Khallikan's Biographical Dictionary, Vol. I, translated by the renowned orientalist, Baron William Mac Guckin de Slane. This captivating volume invites you to explore the lives of the most influential figures of the Islamic world, meticulously chronicled by the esteemed scholar, Ahmad ibn Muhammad ibn Khallikan.Delve into a treasure trove of bio...

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Report copyright infringementby Barry Jones (Author)Jones, Barry Owen (1932- ). Australian politician, writer and lawyer, born in Geelong. Educated at Melbourne High School and Melbourne University, he was a public servant, high school teacher, television and radio performer, university lecturer and lawyer before serving as a Labor MP in the Victorian Parliament 1972-77 and the Australian House of Representatives 1977-98. He took a leading role in reviving the Australian film industry and abo...

John William Burgon, A Biography, Volume II

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Report copyright infringementby Edward M. Goulburn (Author)TOP Publications believes this work will be valuable to some who may not be aware that it exists. This is a reprint of a book authored by Edward M. Goulburn, D.D., D.C.L. [In England, a D.D. is an earned degree and a D.C.L. is A Doctor of Civil Law] Dean of Norwich in England, 1864, and it has survived long enough for the copyright to expire and the book to enter the public domain. A public domain book is one that was never subject to...

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Report copyright infringementby John Agar (Author), L. C. Van Savage (As Told to)For over 20 years, the name John Agar on a marquee meant action to moviegoers - from World War II land, sea and air battles, to the frontier west, to the new frontier of 1950s science fiction, where he stood fast against some of the era's most memorable movie monsters. Agar's rise to fame was meteoric: During World War II, the $83-a-month buck sergeant met and later married "America's Sweetheart" Shirley Temple, ...

Some Account Of The Cone Family In America: Principally Of The Descendants Of Daniel Cone, Who Settled In Haddam, Connecticut, In 1662 (1903)

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Report copyright infringementby William Whitney Cone (Editor)""Som Account of the Cone Family in America"" is a historical book written by William Whitney Cone in 1903. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Cone family in America, primarily focusing on the descendants of Daniel Cone, who settled in Haddam, Connecticut, in 1662. The author traces the family's lineage through several generations, covering their migration patterns, occupations, and notable achievements. The book also ...

A History of the Cupit Family / John Thomas Cupit.

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Report copyright infringementby John Thomas 1884- Cupit (Author)An engaging and insightful history of the Cupit family, tracing their origins and journey through the centuries. Filled with historical records, personal anecdotes, and genealogical data, this book offers a comprehensive and illuminating portrait of one family's story.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 d...

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Report copyright infringementby Judy Jacobson (Author)Mrs. Jacobson, who has previously written genealogical accounts of Massachusetts Bay, Long Island (New York), and Detroit (Michigan), here turns her attention to settlement along the Alabama-Mississippi frontier in the early nineteenth century. As evidenced by the title of the work, the focus is upon families who settled along the Tombigbee River, an area which today occupies all or part of the Alabama counties of Marion, Fayette, Lamar, T...

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Report copyright infringementby James Phinney Munroe (Author), George H Ellis (Created by)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 ...

Descendants of Leonard Neighbour: Immigrant to America, 1738

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Report copyright infringementby Lambert Bowman Neighbour (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...

Life and Letters of Brooke Foss Westcott, D.D., D.C.L.: Sometime Bishop of Durham; Volume 2

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Report copyright infringementby Arthur Westcott (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 importan...

A Genealogical and Heraldic History of the Landed Gentry of Ireland

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Report copyright infringementby Bernard Burke (Author), Ashworth Peter Burke (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 concu...

Gouldtown, a Very Remarkable Settlement of Ancient Date

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Report copyright infringementby William Steward (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 importan...

NIV Clarion Reference Bible, Black Calf Split Leather, Ni484: X - Leather

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The acclaimed Cambridge Clarion format offers an attractive combination of features in an easily readable personal-size reference Bible. Here, the NIV text is presented in single column paragraph style with the cross-references in the outer margin, giving a very well laid out appearance to the page. It is typeset using a modern digital font which has many of the characteristics usually associated with traditional Bible typefaces - in particular, a degree of readability more usually associated...