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Narrative and Critical History of America, Vol. 2 (of 8) by Justin Winsor

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By Anna Rogers

"Narrative and Critical History of America, Vol. 2" by Justin Winsor is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses primarily on the Spanish explorations and settlements in America from the 15th to the 17th centuries, providing a critical examination of the documentary sources that capture these pivotal moments in his...

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Là-bas by J.-K. Huysmans

Authors: Huysmans, J.-K. (Joris-Karl), 1848-1907

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By Anna Rogers

"Là-bas" by J.-K. Huysmans is a novel published in 1891. It follows Durtal, a writer disgusted with modern life, who seeks refuge in studying the medieval child-murderer Gilles de Rais. His research leads him into the occult underworld of fin de siècle Paris, where he discovers that Satanism thrives in contemporary France. With his lover Madame Cha...

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Le Troupeau d'Aristée by Laurent Tailhade

Authors: Tailhade, Laurent, 1854-1919

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By Anna Rogers

"Le Troupeau d'Aristée" by Laurent Tailhade is a detailed exploration of apiculture and its historical significance, written in the early 20th century. This work combines elements of natural history and literary criticism, delving into ancient texts alongside modern understandings of bee behavior. The likely topic revolves around the art and scienc...

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Das erste Wort der kleinen Elinontis, und andere Indianergeschichten by Harders

Authors: Harders, Gustav (Johann Friedrich Gustav), 1863-1917

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By Anna Rogers

"Das erste Wort der kleinen Elinontis, und andere Indianergeschichten" by Gustav Harders is a collection of children's stories likely written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes related to Indigenous Americans, specifically through the experiences of interactions between a white woman, Ina, and Native American children and families o...

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A Book of Natural History by David Starr Jordan

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By Anna Rogers

"A Book of Natural History" by David Starr Jordan is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The volume is part of a larger series intended for young readers and aims to explore various aspects of the natural world, addressing topics such as plants, animals, and their behaviors in an engaging manner. This particular work serves ...

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Gnadenreiche, unsere Königin by Franz Jung

Authors: Jung, Franz, 1888-1963

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By Anna Rogers

"Gnadenreiche, unsere Königin" by Franz Jung is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book delves into complex human emotions and relationships, exploring themes of love, despair, and the search for identity. It captures the tumultuous nature of interpersonal connections against a backdrop that hints at a society grappling with significant...

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Quincas Borba by Machado de Assis

Authors: Machado de Assis, 1839-1908

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By Anna Rogers

"Quincas Borba" by Machado de Assis is a novel serialized between 1886 and 1891, then published in book form in 1892. The story follows Rubião, a naive provincial man who inherits a fortune from philosopher Quincas Borba and becomes entangled with an ambitious couple in Rio de Janeiro. As Rubião falls hopelessly in love with the manipulative Sofia,...

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Descripción de la Patagonia y de las Partes Adyacentes de la América Meridional

Authors: Falkner, Thomas, 1707-1784

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By Anna Rogers

"Descripción de la Patagonia y de las Partes Adyacentes de la América Meridional" by D. Tomás Falkner is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a comprehensive account of the geography, flora, fauna, and indigenous peoples of Patagonia, as well as insights into the early European explorations of the region. ...

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Decimal Classification. Tables générales by International Institute of Bibliography

Authors: International Institute of Bibliography

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By Anna Rogers

"Decimal Classification. Tables générales" by the International Institute of Bibliography is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This book serves as a guide for the classification of literature and information, organizing knowledge into a systematic decimal structure. Its main aim is to facilitate bibliographic organization a...