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A Little Book of Filipino Riddles
by Frederick StarrA Little Book of Filipino Riddles is a compilation of riddles from Philippines collected by Frederick Starr, an American anthropologist who has travelled many continents. His notable literary works include Catalogue of Collections of Objects Illustrating Mexican Folklore, Indians of South Mexico, The Truth about the Congo, and Japanese Proverbs and..
The Toilet of Flora
by Pierre Joseph Buc'hozThe Toilet of Flora is a collection of simple methods of preparing perfumes, baths, essences, powders, and sweet scented waters written by Pierre-Joseph Buc'hoz, a French physician and naturalist remembered for his works such as Natural history of pets, Food or art method for preparing the healthiest foods for humans, Natural history of the plant k..
Full Revelations of a Professional Rat-catcher
by Ike MatthewsFull Revelations of a Professional Rat-catcher is a book written from the 25 years of experiences of a professional rat catcher Ike Matthews. The author in his preface mentions that there is no sure way to completely exterminate the rats, especially in large towns. No one would forget the painful memories of evil plague, which was largely spread to..
Chess Fundamentals
by Jose Raul CapablancaChess Fundamentals is a strategic guide to the game written by Jose Raul Capablanca, a Cuban player remembered as “Human Chess Machine” for his rapid play and endgame skills which made him the Chess Champion during 1921 – 1927. Capablanca mentions in the preface that in spite of Hypermodern Theory which is only a form of change, this book writte..
Old Taverns of New Yok
by William Harrison BaylesOld Taverns of New York is written by William Harrison Bayles. This book is an attempt by the author to narrate the historical event of Dutch settlement in America, which was a root cause for the rapid change and development of the Cities which created the requirement of extensive travel, in turn the need for Taverns. Taverns were once the only ..
Mother Nature's Toy-Shop
by Adelia B. BeardMother Nature's Toy-Shop is an illustrative picture guide to create toys from nature, co-authored by Adelia Beard and Lina Beard. Everyone irrespective of age or gender love nature and toys. Combining nature and toys together can definitely multiply our happiness of playing with the toys made of nature. This book exactly does this job of making ..
My Life and Work
by Henry FordMy Life and Work is the biography of world’s renowned industrialist Henry Ford, whose innovative ideas change the world in many aspects. He was the mastermind behind the concept of low cost, high waged, mass manufacturing which changed the automobile from a luxury to a commodity of comfort. Many of us not know he was the first industrialist to i..
Andersonville - A Story of Rebel Military Prisons
by John McElroyAndersonville: A Story of Rebel Military Prisons is the historical account of the exploration of the Confederate prisoner of war camp, written by the American Journalist and soldier John McElroy who was confined in the prison for fifteen months during the American civil war. His other notable works are The Red Acorn, The Economic Functions of Vice,..