Society and culture: general Books

The Heart Story of Father Neot: A Cornish Romance is a novel written by Louis Bouchier and first published in 1883. The story is set in Cornwall, England, and follows the life of Father Neot, a Catholic priest who is loved by the people of his parish...

The Confessions of a Debutante is a novel written by Roger Livingston Scaife and published in 1913. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Mary Brewster, who is about to make her debut in high society. Mary is the daughter of a wealthy...

The History of Freemasonry in the District of Malta: From the Year 1800 up to the Present Time (1880) is a book written by Alexander Meyrick Broadley. As the title suggests, the book provides a comprehensive history of Freemasonry in Malta from the year...

The Social Factors Affecting Special Supervision In The Public Schools Of The United States (1911) is a book written by Walter Albert Jessup that explores the various social factors that influence the implementation of special supervision in public...

The Convention of Drunkards is a satirical essay on the subject of intemperance, written by Charles Giles and originally published in 1840. The book presents a humorous take on the issue of excessive drinking and its negative effects on individuals and...

The Aberdeen Worthies is a book written by William Bannerman in 1840 that provides a comprehensive account of the notable individuals who lived in Aberdeen during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book is a collection of sketches that give a...

The Blindness of Virtue is a novel written by Cosmo Hamilton in 1913. The story revolves around the life of a young man named John Tring, who is a successful businessman in London. John is known for his honesty, integrity, and his strong moral principles...

The Social Emphasis In Religious Education, written by William Irvin Lawrance and originally published in 1918, is a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection between religion and social issues. Lawrance argues that religious education should not...

The Problem Of The Unemployed is a book written by William Stoddard Williams in 1917. The book addresses the issue of unemployment during the early 20th century, specifically in the United States. Williams explores the causes of unemployment and proposes...

""The Sensitive Child: As Revealed In Some Talks With A Little Boy"" is a book written by Kate Whiting Patch and published in 1910. The book is a collection of conversations between the author and a little boy who is described as being highly sensitive...

The Story of Primrose, 1831-1895 is a historical novel written by Albert Olaus Barton in 1895. The book is set in the mid-19th century and tells the story of Primrose, a young woman who is born into a wealthy family. As she grows up, she becomes...

The Corn Trade And Options Markets: Considered In Relation To Social Economic Problems is a book written by F. Hammesfahr in 1899. The book delves into the relationship between the corn trade and options markets, and how they impact social and economic...

The Fugitive Blacksmith: Or Events In The History Of James W C. Pennington is a book written by James W. C. Pennington and published in 1849. The book is an autobiographical account of Pennington's life as a fugitive slave and blacksmith in the United...

The Double Standard is a novel written by Henry Hucks Gibbs and originally published in 1881. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Elinor Leyton. Elinor is a beautiful and intelligent woman who is...

The Commercialization of Leisure is a book written by James Peyton Sizer in 1917. This book explores the ways in which leisure activities, such as sports, entertainment, and travel, became commercialized in the early 20th century. Sizer argues that the...

The Other Side Of The Opium Question is a book written by William James Moore, first published in 1882. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the opium trade and its impact on China, from a perspective that was largely ignored by Western powers at...

The String of Beads for the Romanisers is a book written by Peter Placet in 1844. The book is a critique of the Roman Catholic Church and its practices, particularly the use of beads in prayer, which Placet argues are contrary to the teachings of the...

The Student's Manual of Indian History, written by Robert Hawthorne and originally published in 1885, is a comprehensive guide to the history of India. The book covers the period from ancient times to the British Raj, providing a detailed account of the...

The History of Suffrage in Virginia is a book written by Julian Alvin Carroll Chandler and published in 1901. The book explores the history of suffrage in Virginia, from the early colonial period to the end of the 19th century. It covers the struggle for...

The Legal Status of Married Women in Massachusetts is a book written by George Alexander Otis Ernst in 1895. The book provides a detailed account of the legal rights and status of married women in Massachusetts during the late 19th century. It explores...

The Hibernian Essay On The Society Of Friends: And The Causes Of Their Declension is a book written by A Friend Of The Friends in 1859. The book is an essay that explores the Society of Friends, also known as Quakers, and the reasons behind their decline...

The Democracy of Methodism is a book written by James Allen Geissinger in 1920. The book explores the history and principles of the Methodist Church, with a focus on its democratic nature. Geissinger argues that Methodism is unique in its approach to...

The Lancasterian System of Education: With Improvement is a book written by Joseph Lancaster and published in 1821. The book is a comprehensive guide to the educational system developed by Lancaster, which was based on the principles of mutual...

""The Apology of an English Landowner"" is a book written in 1827 by an anonymous author who identifies themselves as a landed proprietor from the County of Oxford. The book is addressed to other landed proprietors in the same county, and serves as a...

The Christian Traveler: Directed In His Journey Through Life, In An Address To The Inhabitants Of North Aston, Oxfordshire (1820) is a book authored by Henry Wintle. The book is a guide for Christians on how to navigate through life. It is written as an...

The Middle Temple: Its History And Association is a book written by the Ancient Society Middle Temple in 1879. The book provides a comprehensive history of the Middle Temple, one of the four Inns of Court in London, England. The Middle Temple is a...

The Nurse In Greek Life is a book written by Mary Rosaria Gorman in 1917. The book explores the role of nurses in ancient Greece, particularly during the time of Hippocrates. Gorman delves into the daily life of nurses, their duties and responsibilities,...

The Injustice And Impolicy Of The Slave Trade: And Of The Slavery Of The Africans, Illustrated In A Sermon (1822) is a book written by Jonathan Edwards that delves into the history and impact of the slave trade and slavery of Africans. The book is...

The Road to Destruction Made Easy in Chicago is a historical book written by Louise De Koven Bowen in 1916. The book is a detailed account of the social and economic conditions in Chicago during the early 20th century. Bowen, a prominent social reformer...

The Wife and Mother's Guide is a book written by Robert Hills in 1841, aimed at pregnant women who want to ensure a healthy pregnancy and safe delivery. The book provides a comprehensive guide to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care, with a focus...

""Readings In Social Problems"" is a book written by Albert Benedict Wolfe and published in 1916. The book is a collection of essays and articles that discuss various social problems that existed during that time period. The topics covered in the book...

Memoirs of King George the Third V3: His Life and Reign is a historical book written by John Heneage Jesse and published in 1902. It is the third volume of a series detailing the life and reign of King George III, who ruled over the United Kingdom from...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

Queer Things About Japan is a book written by Douglas Brooke Wheelton Sladen in 1904. The book offers a detailed account of the author's experiences and observations during his travels in Japan. Sladen was a British journalist and author who spent...

Memories of Brown: Traditions and Recollections Gathered from Many Sources is a book written by Robert Perkins Brown and published in 1909. The book is a collection of memories and stories about Brown University, a private Ivy League research university...

Richard F. Burton V2: His Early, Private And Public Life, With An Account Of His Travels And Explorations (1887) is a biography of the renowned British explorer, Richard Francis Burton. The book is written by Francis Hitchman and covers Burton's early...

Memoirs of the Life of Charles Macklin Volume 1 is a book written by James Thomas Kirkman and published in 1799. The book is a compilation of the personal papers and memorandums of Charles Macklin, a famous actor and playwright of the 18th century. The...

The Journal of Eugenie De Guerin is a published collection of personal diary entries written by Eugenie De Guerin, a French writer and poet, during the mid-19th century. The diary contains a series of reflections, musings, and observations on her daily...

The Bristol Riots: Their Causes, Progress, And Consequences (1832) is a historical account of the riots that took place in Bristol, England in 1831. The book is written by A Citizen, an anonymous author who lived in Bristol at the time of the riots. The...

Mrs. Warren's Daughter: A Story Of The Woman's Movement is a novel written by Harry Hamilton Johnston and published in 1920. The book tells the story of Vivie Warren, the daughter of a wealthy woman who made her fortune through prostitution. Vivie is a...

Merrilie Dawes is a novel written by Frank Hamilton Spearman and originally published in 1913. The story is set in the American West during the late 19th century and follows the life of the titular character, Merrilie Dawes. Merrilie is a young woman who...

""How Diplomats Make War"" is a book written by Francis Neilson in 1915. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the role of diplomacy in the outbreak of World War I. Neilson argues that the war was not caused by the actions of individual leaders, but...

The American Country Girl is a novel written by Martha Foote Crow and published in 1915. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Ruth, who grows up in a rural community in America. Ruth is a hardworking and independent girl who dreams...

Job and His Times: Or a Picture of the Patriarchal Age During the Period Between Noah and Abraham is a book written by Thomas Wemyss and published in 1839. The book provides a detailed account of the life and times of Job, one of the most prominent...

""Passages In The Life Of An Indian Merchant: Memorials Of Robert Brown"" is a book written by Helen Colvin in 1867. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Robert Brown, an Indian merchant who lived during the 19th century. The book is...

Some Women of Today is a book written by Mrs. W. H. White and published in 1880. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of notable women of the time, including writers, artists, philanthropists, and social reformers. The author provides...

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