William - Libros y biografía

Presenting the exciting accounts of American botanist, ornithologist, and explorer William Bartram's pioneering survey of the American south. Around the time the American colonies were forcibly dismissing...

William Barnes' 'Poems of Rural Life in the Dorset Dialect' is a collection of poetic works that showcase the beauty and simplicity of rural life through the lens of the Dorset dialect. The poems are...

In 'Pragmatism: A New Name for Some Old Ways of Thinking' by William James, the author explores the philosophy of pragmatism, offering a new perspective on the value and purpose of human thought. Written...

William Lilly's 'History of His Life and Times, from the Year 1602 to 1681' is a captivating autobiographical work that provides a unique glimpse into the tumultuous historical period in which Lilly lived....

In Silk Attire by William Black is a captivating novel set in the Victorian era, focusing on the themes of social class, love, and ambition. The book is written in a descriptive and engaging style, immersing...

In 'Private Papers of William Wilberforce', the reader is granted intimate access to the personal letters and documents of the renowned British politician and abolitionist. Wilberforce's eloquent prose...

William Congreve's 'The Way of the World' is a classic Restoration comedy that satirizes the social manners and marriage customs of the upper class in early 18th century England. Written in witty dialogue...

William Black's 'The Beautiful Wretch; The Pupil of Aurelius; and The Four Macnicols' is a compelling novel that intertwines themes of love, betrayal, and redemption. The intricate plots and vibrant characters...

Shakespeare's Sonnets, a collection of 154 poems, is a profound exploration of love, beauty, time, and mortality. Written in iambic pentameter, Shakespeare's poetic style showcases his mastery of language...

In William Kitchiner's 'The Art of Invigorating and Prolonging Life,' readers are taken on a journey through the world of health and wellness as seen through the eyes of a 19th-century English physician....

William Morris's 'The Defence of Guenevere and Other Poems' is a collection of narrative poetry that delves into the themes of love, chivalry, and betrayal. Morris's poetic style is characterized by rich...

In 'The Bark Covered House' by William Nowlin, readers are transported back to the early settlement of the Midwest. The book provides a detailed account of pioneering life, focusing on the challenges...

William Youatt's 'The Dog' provides a comprehensive examination of man's best friend, delving into the history, behavior, and characteristics of dogs. Written in a scholarly and informative style, the...

William Hunting's 'The Art of Horse-Shoeing: A Manual for Farriers' is a comprehensive guide to the traditional craft of horse-shoeing, providing detailed instructions on proper techniques and tools....

William Congreve's 'The Old Bachelor' is a classic restoration comedy that delves into the intricate social dynamics and relationships of 17th-century England. Known for its witty dialogue, sharp satire,...

An Exposition Of The Pagan Mystery Perpetuated In The Cabala As The Rule Of All The Arts. The author of the present work argues out his case with much precision and a wealth of figures, proving most clearly...

In 'One Hundred Proofs That the Earth Is Not a Globe' by William Carpenter, the author presents a compilation of compelling evidence challenging the commonly held belief that the Earth is a spherical...

The History of the Dividing Line Betwixt Virginia and North Carolina is an account by William Byrd II of the surveying of the border between the U.S. states of North Carolina and Virginia in 1728. Byrd's...

Colonel William Byrd II (28 March 1674 - 26 August 1744) was a planter, slave-owner and author from Charles City County, Virginia. He is considered the founder of Richmond, Virginia. His works are among...

Colonel William Byrd II (28 March 1674 - 26 August 1744) was a planter, slave-owner and author from Charles City County, Virginia. He is considered the founder of Richmond, Virginia. His works are among...

In 'A Narrative Of The Mutiny, On Board His Majesty's Ship Bounty' by William Bligh, the reader is taken on a gripping journey through the mutiny that occurred on the famous ship. Bligh's detailed account...

William Wycherley's 'Four Plays' is a collection of works that epitomize the Restoration comedy genre of the late 17th century. The plays are characterized by their witty dialogue, satirical humor, and...

William Bradford's 'Of Plymouth Plantation: Historical Account' is a seminal work in American literature, delivering an insightful and detailed look into the early colonial period. Written in the form...

An account of the most eminent persons in successive ages, who have claimed for themselves, or to whom has been imputed by others, the exercise of magical power. Necromancy is the art of revealing future...

This textbook is successful where Jevons falls. The author illustrates the evolution of money and credit by reference to the monetary history of this country, the salient features of which he points out....

In 'An Address on the Hæmatozoa of Malaria' by William Osler, the renowned physician delves into the intricate science behind the blood parasites responsible for malaria. Written in a concise and informative...

William Cobbett was an English journalist and member of parliament, who was born in Farnham, Surrey. He believed that reforming Parliament and abolishing the rotten boroughs would help to end the poverty...

William Cobbett was an English journalist and member of parliament, who was born in Farnham, Surrey. He believed that reforming Parliament and abolishing the rotten boroughs would help to end the poverty...

In William Blake's epic poem 'Jerusalem', the reader is transported to a mystical and visionary world where the boundaries between reality and imagination are blurred. Through intricate symbolism and...

William Cobbett was an English journalist and member of parliament, who was born in Farnham, Surrey. He believed that reforming Parliament and abolishing the rotten boroughs would help to end the poverty...