Society and culture: general Books

"Historical Reminiscences Of Morton Commandery, No. 4, Knights Templars, Stationed At New York City" offers a detailed look at the history of this particular commandery from its establishment in 1823 to 1891. The book provides insights into the...

An analysis of the municipal administration of Corato, Italy, by Giuseppe Patroni Griffi. This work provides a detailed look at the workings of local government in the specific context of Corato, offering insights into its historical development and...

Lettres Inédites De La Princesse Des Ursins... offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of Marie Anne de La Trémoille, Princesse des Ursins, a prominent figure in the French court during the late 17th and early 18th centuries...

Histoire De Louvain depuis son origine jusqu'à nos jours offre une exploration détaillée de l'histoire de Louvain, en Belgique, depuis ses origines jusqu'à l'époque de la publication. Écrit par Charles Piot, cet...

"Leyendas Del Caroní..." explores the rich tapestry of myths and legends surrounding the Caroní River in the Guayana region of Venezuela. Celestino Peraza masterfully recounts tales passed down through generations, offering a glimpse into the spiritual...

L'Italie Économique En 1867, Avec Un Aperçu Des Industries Italiennes À L'exposition Universelle De Paris... provides a detailed snapshot of Italy's economic landscape in 1867. Written by Pietro Maestri and the Direzione generale della...

This second volume of "Lettres En Partie Inédites De Madame Roland" offers a rare glimpse into the life and thoughts of Marie-Jeanne Roland, a prominent figure during the French Revolution. The collection includes previously unpublished letters to...

In "Gespräch Zweier Französischer Flüchtlinge Aus Dem Elsaß Und Eines Badischen Schulmeisters Aus Der Herrschaft Roetteln Über Die Ursachen Des Gegenwärtigen Aufruhrs In Frankreich - Gleichheit Der Stände, Abgaben Und Rebellion Überhaupt," Karl...

Des Cosaques Ou Détails Historiques Sur Les Moeurs, Coutumes, Vêtemens, Armes, Et Sur La Manière Dont Ce Peuple Fait La Guerre... by L.-J Karr provides a detailed historical account of the Cossacks. This French-language work delves into...

"Izumo: Blicke in das Unbekannte Japan" ist eine Sammlung von Essays des renommierten Schriftstellers Lafcadio Hearn, die den Leser in das geheimnisvolle und faszinierende Japan des späten 19. Jahrhunderts entführt. Hearn, bekannt für seine...

"Cymru Newydd. Hanes Y Wladva Gymreig Tiriogaeth Chubut, Yn Y Weriniaeth Arianin, De Amerig, Gan L.j" tells the story of the Welsh settlement in the Chubut Province of Argentina. This historical account documents the experiences of Welsh emigrants who...

"Los Guerrilleros Del Valle De México..." narra la historia de los movimientos guerrilleros en el Valle de México. Escrito por Manuel Fernandez de Cañedo, el libro examina las causas, el desarrollo y las consecuencias de estos movimientos...

Loudun, Histoire Civile Et Religieuse... by Auguste Louis Lerosey offers a detailed exploration of the civil and religious history of Loudun, France. This meticulously researched work delves into the key events, figures, and societal structures that...

"Los Españoles Pintados Por Sí Mismos..." offers a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century Spanish society through a collection of articles, stories, and sketches depicting various social types and customs. Written in a lively and engaging style, this...

Descubre la fascinante historia de "La Corregidora...", una biografía cautivadora de Ireneo Paz sobre Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez, una figura clave en la Guerra de Independencia de México. Este relato narra la vida de una mujer excepcional que...

Histoire De La Ville De St-Amans... plonge le lecteur dans le passé riche et complexe de la ville de Saint-Amans, située dans la région d'Occitanie en France. Écrit par Jean Calvet, cet ouvrage offre un regard...

Leyendes Históricas Mexicanas... recopila una serie de relatos que entrelazan la historia y la leyenda de México, ofreciendo a los lectores una visión rica y evocadora del pasado. Heriberto Frías, un autor reconocido por su profundo...

Het Joodsche Volksleven: Schetsen En Beelden... offers a fascinating glimpse into Jewish life and customs, particularly within the context of 19th-century Dutch society. Mozes Henriquez Pimentel's work provides valuable insights into the daily routines,...

Les Franc-maçons Et Les Sociétés Secrètes by Alex. de Saint-Albin delves into the intricate world of Freemasonry and other secret societies, offering a historical perspective from 19th-century France. This work explores the...

Du Système Pénitentiaire Agricole Et Professionnel Pour Les Prisonniers Adultes, by Vaucher-Crémieux, delves into a proposed agricultural and professional penitentiary system designed for adult prisoners. This detailed study,...

Gazzetta Universale, O Sieno, Volume 15 offers a fascinating glimpse into 18th-century Italy through the lens of a historical gazette. This volume provides a detailed record of events, news, and cultural happenings, reflecting the political and social...

"Telling Tales on Tokyo" offers a fascinating glimpse into life in Tokyo around the turn of the 20th century. Written from the perspective of the Presbyterian Church's Board of Foreign Missions, the book provides insights into the social conditions,...

Mentalités Indigènes Du Katanga, authored by Harfeld, offers a glimpse into the indigenous mentalities of the Katanga region. Published in 1913, this historical work provides insights into the cultures and perspectives of the native peoples...

Discours sur l'éducation nationale, physique et morale des deux sexes by Jean Verdier, published in 1792, offers a compelling vision for the reformation of French education during a pivotal moment in the nation's history. This work, intended as a...

"O regime das riquezas; elementos de chrematisca" by J. P. Oliveira Martins, originally published in 1883, delves into the economic theories and practices of wealth accumulation. Written in Portuguese, this historical work provides insights into the...

"Notes on Paris" offers a captivating glimpse into Parisian life during the late 19th century, as observed through the keen eyes of Hippolyte Taine. More than just a travelogue, this work delves into the social fabric, customs, and daily routines of...

"Stubbekøbing gennem tiderne" udforsker detaljeret Stubbekøbings historie gennem tiden. Bogen, skrevet af Bering Liisberg og P. W. Wulff, giver et indgående blik på byens udvikling, begivenheder og samfundsliv fra et historisk perspektiv. Bogen er en...

"Lysty vid ukraïnskykh khliborobiv do ukrainskoï inteligentsiï " presents a collection of letters from Ukrainian farmers to the Ukrainian intelligentsia. This historical document offers a rare glimpse into the social and political dynamics of early...

"Are You a Mason?" delves into the world of Freemasonry and secret societies during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This intriguing work offers a glimpse into the rituals, beliefs, and social dynamics of Masonic organizations, exploring their...

"The Woman of it; or, Our Friends the Anti-suffragists" by Mary Shaw offers a fascinating glimpse into the heated debates surrounding women's suffrage in the early 20th century. This satirical work critiques the arguments and perspectives of those...

"Sichova Organizatsiia Ukraïntsiv v Zluch. Derzhavakh Ameryky" (Sich Organization of Ukrainians in the United States of America) provides insights into the historical context of Ukrainian immigration to the United States in the early 20th century. This...

This volume contains the 71st through 75th Annual Reports of the Managers of the New York Institution for the Blind. These reports offer a detailed look into the operations, educational methods, and overall progress of the institution during the mid-19th...

"Street Cries of an Old Southern City" by Harriette Kershaw Leiding offers a fascinating glimpse into the vibrant street life of early 20th-century Charleston, South Carolina. Leiding meticulously documents the calls and cries of the city's vendors,...

This volume, "Contributions to North American Ethnology. Vol. I-VII, IX Volume (1893)", is a valuable resource for understanding the ethnology of North America. Authored by John Wesley Powell, a prominent figure in the field, the book delves into the...

"Napoléons moder" is a Danish biography by Clara Tschudi exploring the life of Letizia Bonaparte, the mother of Napoleon. The book delves into Letizia's strong character and her profound influence on Napoleon's life and career. It paints a...

"The Two Internationals" delves into the history and theory surrounding the international socialist and labor movements, particularly in the early 20th century. Authored by R. Palme Dutt, this work provides an analysis of the organizations and ideologies...

This volume contains the Annual Reports of the Town of Seabrook, New Hampshire for the year 1885. Published in 1886, this historical document offers a comprehensive snapshot of the town's activities, finances, and administrative functions during that...

Explore a detailed snapshot of academic life at the University of Nebraska with "University Studies of the University of Nebraska Volume 1910." This volume offers a fascinating glimpse into the scholarly pursuits and intellectual environment of a...

Physiognomik. Zur Beförderung der Menschenkenntniss und Menschenliebe, by Johann Caspar Lavater, explores the art of understanding human character through facial features and outward appearances. This new edition of the first volume delves into...

We have met evangelists-and they are not us. Sympathetic to the discomfort his students have about evangelism, Mark Teasdale gives us this refreshing, practical look at sharing the good news. He opens up a nonthreatening space, helping us learn how to...

From his birth in the Sac village in 1767 to becoming the leader of the Sauk tribe and eventually fighting a war against the United States, Black Hawk's life was filled with significant events and experiences. After his tour of the Eastern States, Black...

Between 1840 and 1870, hundreds of thousands of enthusiastic dreamers embarked on the 2,000-mile journey into the wide-open frontier of the United States in search of free land, gold, adventure, and a better life. Although only a few women were numbered...

Nixandra: Deusa da Beleza é um romance lírico, filosófico e mitopoético que transcende as formas tradicionais do conto épico para aventurar-se pelos territórios mais íntimos da experiência humana. Narrado pela voz de um soldado sem nome, esta obra...

In the shadows of American history burns a truth many dare not confront-a truth cloaked in white hoods, echoing through fiery crosses and whispered threats. The Brotherhood of Hate: The Klan's War on Freedom is a searing journey into the origins,...

Den här boken är en ovärderlig vägledning för journalister och mediearbetare som vill förstå och arbeta i Afrikas mest komplexa och ofta förbisedda regioner. Med autentiska berättelser från konfliktdrabbade områden, politiskt känsliga miljöer och...

This is not a book of theory. It is a book of practice-compact enough to carry in your pocket, powerful enough to carry in your heart. All around the world, people are rising-for justice, truth, the Earth, and each other. These gatherings call not for...

Die grundlegende Forschungsfrage in diesem Buch ist, inwieweit Französisch (L2) und andere Faktoren wie L1, Geschlecht, Vokalkontext einen Einfluss auf den Lauterwerb (in diesem Fall von Plosiven) des L3-Deutschen bei Mehrsprachigen haben...

Dieses Buch untersucht individuelle Gottesvorstellungen christlicher Gläubiger. Auf Grundlage der in einer qualitativen Interviewstudie erhobenen empirischen Daten werden individuelle Gottesbilder rekonstruiert und innerhalb einer Typologie auf ihre...