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From Chaucer to Tennyson
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A fantastic look at the history of English literature from Geoffrey Chaucer in the 14th century to Alfred, Lord Tennyson in the 19th, taking in 30 authors on the way, including William Shakespeare, John Milton and Alexander Pope.
Elizabeth and Her German Garden
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This semi-autobiographical book is about the life of a young English woman who marries an ageing German aristocrat and in the marriage she focuses on her garden and children, at the same time running a country house.She also writes down her observations of the stuffy German aristocratic set using her razor sharp wit.Von Arnim was a successful author in her time and deserves to be re-discovered, this novel is a gem. In the first year of publication this book was re-printed twenty times. Von Arnim wrote another 20 books that were all published.
Old Greek Folk Stories Told Anew
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A fantastic collection of 22 ancient greek legends, compiled and adapted by American poet and dramatist Josephine Peabody.
On Calvinism
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A fascinating work by the Reverend William Hull arguing against the tenets of Calvinism, a reformation of theological thinking that came out of the confessional and ecclesiastical debates of the 16th century.
One of the 28th
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A wonderful classic novel set during the events of Sunday 18th of June 1815 - the Battle of Waterloo.From the author's preface:Although in the present story a boy plays the principal part, and encounters many adventures by land and sea, a woman is the real heroine, and the part she played demanded an amount of nerve and courage fully equal to that necessary for those who take part in active warfare. Boys are rather apt to think, mistakenly, that their sex has a monopoly of courage, but I believe that in moments of great peril women are to the full as brave and as collected as men. Indeed, my own somewhat extensive experience leads me to go even further, and to assert that among a civil population, untrained to arms, the average woman is cooler and more courageous than the average man. Women are nervous about little matters; they may be frightened at a mouse or at a spider; but in the presence of real danger, when shells are bursting in the streets, and rifle bullets flying thickly, I have seen them standing kitting at their doors and talking to their friends across the street when not a single man was to be seen.
On Snake-Poison
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A fascinating study of the actions and antidotes of snake poison, including many case studies. Written by late-19th century physician Dr A. Mueller, who was the first to introduce strychnine injections to treat snake bites.
Haydn
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A comprehensive guide to one of the greatest composers in history, Franz Joseph Haydn. This book covers the whole of Haydn's life and works.
Violet Fairy Book
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Thirty-five traditional fairytales collated by famed anthropologist Andrew Lang, as one of his series of "e;Coloured"e; Fairy Books. Contains many forgotten classics like Schippeitaro, The Child Who Came From an Egg and How a Fish Swam in the Air.
History of the French Revolution
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Francois Mignet's 'Histoire de la revolution francaise' is a study of the events that caused a huge shift of power in France around the turn of the 19th Century.This was primarily a study of the theories and ideologies behind the events, rather than a factual record.
History of the Telephone
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First published in 1910, this book details the history of one of the most important inventions of the modern world: the telephone.
Homer and His Age
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A fantastic look at the life and times of the ancient Greek epic poet Homer by famed anthropologist Andrew Lang.
Lucia's Progress
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The fifth novel in E. F. Benson's classic 'Mapp and Lucia' comedy series following the lives of Emmeline "e;Lucia"e; Lucas and Elizabeth Mapp in the one-upmanship and snobbery of the 1920s/30s British social scene.
It Might Have Been
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Remember, remember the fifth of November,the gunpowder treason and plot.I see no reason why the gunpowder treasonshould ever be forgot.A fantastic fictionalisation of the famous gunpowder plot, where Guy Fawkes and his band of conspirators hatched a daring plan to blow up the Houses of Parliament.
Ivanhoe
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This classic novel by Sir Walter Scott has been enjoyed by readers around the world for over 190 years.Often cited for its influence over the formation of the Romanticism movement, this historical fiction is undoubtably one of the English classic greats.
Jamie Tales
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Jamie, the bearded collie, is besotted by a beautiful white poodle called Fifi, and when she sails away to France he is heartbroken. But not for long. A very pretty collie catches his eye, and Jamie is his happy-go-lucky, irrepressible self once again. Here are four new Jamie tales, written in rhyme, and as usual Jamie is spilling over with energy and fun.
John Barleycorn
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A fascinating autobiographical account of the author Jack London's personal experiences with alcohol, both in its enjoyment and its addiction.
Book of Eve
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The Book of Eve is neither male nor female, rather a poetic revelation of one's exploration of life. A quest for knowledge, wisdom, truths and understanding, Eve takes us on a heartfelt journey of discoveries, fears, needs and desires. Melanie E. Haggins is a poet, a creative writer and former radio personality. She is strongly influenced by a musical and business background, which later helped her to progress into the world of media as the host of her own popular radio magazine show, where she conducted celebrity interviews with musicians and vocalists alike. An inspirational figure to young people and women of all ages, Melanie has worked for many years as a passionate educator and mentor to young people within her community, championing a number of initiatives on behalf of young people and human rights. With a keen eye for innovation, she draws inspiration from all she encounters for the purpose of improving the lives of those who come into contact with her as she continues to put her visionary ideas and quests for truths into poetic forms.
Billy and Ben on the Farm
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The naughty twins, Billy and Ben, are up to mischief on their grandparents' farm where they live, and Scamp, the farm dog, is always ready to join in with their life of fun and adventure. This beautifully illustrated children's story book contains three stories featuring Billy and Ben and their adventures, which will entertain young children and give them an idea about the way of life on a farm in the country. The stories are short and therefore ideal for bedtime reading, both by adults and older children, and also for those learning to read or perhaps keen to improve their reading skills.
Pharrell Williams Quiz Book
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Pharrell Williams is the extremely talented music star/record producer that has topped sales charts all round the world whilst working with some of the biggest names in the world of music. This quiz book will test your knowledge on the multi award winning phenom with questions covering a range of subjects including his collaborations, his groups, his songs and even his work in soundtracks. So prepare to see what you know about the newest coach on The Voice and the artist involved in some of the best selling songs of all time like Happy and Blurred Lines.
Schoolmistress and Other Stories
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Twenty-one short stories from the Russian master of the genre Anton Pavlovich Chekhov.Includes the stories:The SchoolmistressA Nervous BreakdownMiseryChampagneAfter the TheatreA Lady's StoryIn ExileThe Cattle-DealersSorrowOn Official DutyThe First-Class PassengerA Tragic ActorA TransgressionSmall FryThe RequiemIn the Coach-HousePanic FearsThe BetThe Head-Gardener's StoryThe BeautiesThe Shoemaker and the Devil
Leporello on the Lam
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Leporello on the Lam tells of the further adventures of characters from Mozart and Da Ponte's famous comic opera, Don Giovanni. Hapless manservant, Leporello seeks a new master but, still traumatised by events, finds himself on the run from the law and falling in love. Can Leporello make peace with those Don Giovanni wronged, clear his own name and start a new life for himself? This fast-moving and funny story is brimming with adventure and innuendo, and is an entertaining read for opera fans and non-opera fans alike.
