Authors: Tschirch, A. (Alexander), 1856-1939

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By Timothy Moore

"Handbuch der Pharmakognosie : Erster Band. Allgemeine Pharmakognosie" by A. Tschirch is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This comprehensive work focuses on the field of pharmacognosy, which studies medicinal drugs of natural origin and their properties, applications, and historical aspects. The text aims to consolidate a...

Authors: Hone, William, 1780-1842

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By Timothy Moore

"The Every-Day Book, and Table Book" by William Hone is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a comprehensive calendar, detailing various customs, ceremonies, events, and pastimes associated with each day of the year, weaving together a rich tapestry of social history. Its intent is to catalog and celebrate the...

Authors: Bruggencate, K. ten (Karel), 1849-1922

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By Timothy Moore

"Engelsch woordenboek. Eerste deel: Engelsch-Nederlandsch (met uitgeschreven…)" by K. Ten Bruggencate is a bilingual dictionary written in the early 20th century. The work serves as a comprehensive English-Dutch dictionary aimed at providing readers with reliable translations and phonetic transcriptions of words. It seeks to fill a gap by combining...

Authors: Addison, C. G. (Charles Greenstreet), 1812-1866

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"The History of the Knights Templars, the Temple Church, and the Temple" by Charles G. Addison is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book delves into the extraordinary narrative of the Knights Templars, exploring their origins during the Crusades, their military-defensive role, and their eventual downfall. It is likely to a...

Authors: Flammarion, Camille, 1842-1925

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"Uranie" by Camille Flammarion is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book appears to explore themes of astronomy and metaphysics through a blend of romance and philosophical reflection, centering around a young man enchanted by the celestial Muse, Uranie. The narrative seems to delve into the intersection of human emotions and the vastne...

Authors: Kleist, Heinrich von, 1777-1811

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By Timothy Moore

"Heinrich von Kleist's Politische Schriften und andere Nachträge zu seinen Werken" is a collection of political writings and essays written in the 19th century. This compilation, edited by Rudolf Köpke, reveals Kleist’s reflections on the socio-political climate of his time, demonstrating his engagement with themes of patriotism, national unity, an...

Authors: Strachey, Lytton, 1880-1932

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"Queen Victoria" by Lytton Strachey is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life of Queen Victoria, focusing on her early years, family dynamics, and the socio-political landscape surrounding her reign. It highlights the complex familial ties and relationships that influenced her development and the early...

Authors: Ingersoll, Robert Green, 1833-1899

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"The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Complete Contents" by Robert Green Ingersoll is a comprehensive collection of lectures and writings that explore themes of religion, philosophy, and individual liberty, assembled in the late 19th century. The collection examines various subjects, including critiques of orthodox Christianity, historical figures who...

Authors: Sue, Eugène, 1804-1857

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"La Coucaratcha (III/III)" by Eugène Sue is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative delves into emotional and societal struggles, particularly through the experiences of the main character, Cécile, as she grapples with her feelings of isolation and despair within her marriage to Monsieur de Noirville. The book touches on themes of pe...