Miscellanies and compendia Books

The World's Cyclopedia of History Volume 2, originally published in 1883, is a comprehensive reference book on world history written by Friedrich Schiller. This book covers the period from the 16th century to the 19th century, including the Age of...

The Voyager's Companion and Adviser: A Thoroughly Practical and Comprehensive Guide for Travelers and Emigrants is a book written by Henry John Webber in 1885. The book is designed to be a comprehensive guide for those who are planning to travel or...

""The Syntax Of The Boetian Dialect Inscriptions"" is a book written by Edith Frances Claflin in 1905. It is a linguistic study of the Boetian dialect inscriptions, a form of ancient Greek language used in the Boeotia region of Greece. The book provides...

The Swiss Army System is a book written by Remy Faesch in 1916. The book provides a comprehensive description of the Swiss Army's military system, including its organization, training, and tactics. It covers the history of the Swiss Army, its role in...

The Soldier's Pocketbook is a book published by the Presbyterian Board Of Publication in 1861. It is a comprehensive guide for soldiers, providing them with important information on various aspects of military life. The book covers topics such as...

The Salem Press V1-2 1890-1892: Historical And Genealogical Record is a two-volume set published in 1892 by the Salem Press Publisher. This book provides a comprehensive historical and genealogical record of the time period between 1890 and 1892,...

This fascinating compendium offers a treasury of information on some of the most unusual and fascinating phenomena in the natural world, as well as man-made wonders and curiosities. From ancient wonders like the Great Pyramid of Giza to modern-day...

Extracts From Livy, With English Notes And Maps, Part 3: The Macedonian War is a book written by Titus Livius, also known as Livy, and published in 1875. The book is a compilation of selected extracts from Livy's work, which covers the Macedonian War...

Curious Facts And Anecdotes, Not Contained In The Memoirs Of Philip Thickness (1790) is a book that explores the strange and fascinating world of the late 18th century. Written by Philip Thicknesse, a British soldier, writer, and eccentric, the book is a...

The Traveler's Manual of Conversation in Four Languages by Karl Baedeker is a comprehensive guide for travelers who wish to communicate effectively in English, French, German, and Italian. The book contains vocabulary and short questions that are...

Reality is often stranger than fiction, and the true wonders of the world are as amazing as anything dreamed of by the producers of fantasy - four-headed cows, Taj Mahals, 1,000-pound people. here is a collection of tales and incredible 'facts, ' some...

Only Footnotes. Because that's why you read his books.Academics hate footnotes. Michael W Lucas loves them. What he does with them wouldn't pass academic muster, but that doesn't mean the reader should skip them. The footnotes are the best part! Why not...

Ce dictionnaire unique en son genre répertorie les anecdotes les plus incroyables de l'histoire de l'amour, depuis le début de l'humanité jusqu'à nos jours. Une lecture divertissante et fascinante pour tout amoureux de l'histoire et de l'amour.This work...

This collection of literary and historical miscellany offers a rich array of content for lovers of books and curiosities. From obscure dictionary definitions to accounts of historical events, T.W. Williams and Vincent Stuckey Lean bring together a...

5000 Facts and Fancies is a fascinating compendium of information on a wide range of topics in history, literature, science, art, and nature. Written by William Henry Pinkney Phyfe, it provides a comprehensive overview of the most important facts and...

This book is a compendium of fascinating facts and curiosities from the natural world, scientific discoveries, and artistic achievements. From wonders of geology to feats of engineering, it celebrates the incredible diversity of human knowledge and...

Would you like to know what your neighbors really think about a controversial topic? Are you curious about what people do in their private lives? Well, don't worry about asking them, because Are You Thinking What I'm Thinking? asks for you!Within the...

The book, The Earth all about Earthquakes and Volcanoes, Mountains, Oceans, etc. Hence dear readers, grab the book as soon as you can, for it's a treasure trove of knowledge and information, which you can use it as a reference material for academic...

Explore strange, unexplained phenomenon such as the UFOs, incredible creatures, sudden vanishing, legendary places, unsolved murders and strange deaths. Discover inexplicable incidents occurring not only in the skies and the cosmos, but also in the...

Behaving in the workplace with courtesy and respect is an essential element in the corporate world. To ensure proper etiquette, office manners must be observed at all times. Most of these conducts were introduced to us while we were still young. Still...

Ayurveda, which literally means ""the science or knowledge of life", is the traditional medical system of India. Its origin dates back an estimated 510,000 years, and it is widely considered to be the oldest form of health care in the world. Ayurveda is...

Surviving plesiosaurs in lakes... Petrified ships on mountaintops... Limestone mountains that suddenly erupt as volcanoes but leave no trace of lava flows... All these are certainly impossible things. Yet they happen, again and again, in all parts of the...

This book dives into the history and uses of flags. Learn why flags were created, how they were used, and the symbolic meanings behind them. A must-read for vexillology enthusiasts.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important,...

This book is a collection of interesting and curious facts. It covers a variety of topics, including nature, science, art, biography, history, and literature. The facts are presented in an entertaining and informative way, making this a great read for...

This collection of obscure and curious information from a variety of fields is a delightful read for anyone interested in trivia and oddities. From discussions of forgotten mathematical theorems to accounts of strange superstitions, this book is packed...

What does the Madhi descended from Mohammed have to do with the Second Coming? Will the Mahdi & Hidden Imman come from the West? from the USA?What leaders in the Mid East, Europe and Asia also descend from Mohammed?What will happen when the Mahdi comes?...

""A Thousand Notable Things On Various Subjects: Disclosed From The Secrets Of Nature And Art"" is a book published in 1815 by an anonymous author. The book is a compilation of fascinating and informative facts about different subjects, including...

A Short Description Of The Republic Of Chile (1901) is a book written by F. A. Brockhaus that provides a comprehensive overview of the South American country of Chile. The book covers various aspects of Chile, including its geography, history, economy,...

A New History of Aberdeenshire, Part 1 (1875) is a comprehensive historical account of Aberdeenshire, a county located in the northeast of Scotland. The book was written by Alexander Smith and was first published in 1875. It covers the early history of...

A Laboratory Manual in Astronomy, written by Mary Emma Byrd and originally published in 1899, is a comprehensive guidebook designed to help students learn the principles of astronomy through hands-on laboratory experiments. The manual is divided into...

Delve into the strange and eclectic world of 'Notes and Queries', a Victorian periodical that covers an astonishing variety of topics in each issue, from ancient historical trivia to modern scientific discoveries, and everything in between. This...

George W. Conklin's manual is a fascinating compendium of useful information on a wide variety of subjects, from government and law to medicine and engineering. This edition also includes a world atlas, with detailed maps of every country in the world...

This enigmatic and fascinating book is a compendium of secret codes and ciphers, originally compiled in the early 19th century. Its authorship and intended audience remain a mystery, but its pages contain a wealth of intriguing symbols and cryptographic...

A compilation of obscure and curious information, perfect for those who love to learn about the unknown and unusual. Written by Andreas Georg Friedrich von RebmannThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the...

A compendium of useful and curious information, including household and medical recipes, as well as descriptions of various inventions and natural phenomena. A fascinating window into the past.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

A fascinating collection of rare and curious information, organized alphabetically like a dictionary. The book covers a range of topics, from history and science to culture and literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

In this entertaining collection, readers will find a fascinating array of strange and unusual facts, stories, and theories from a variety of fields, including history, mysticism, mathematics, and art. Whether you're a curious reader or a seasoned...