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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Songs and Sonnets is a poetry collection written by Mathilde Blind, a 19th-century English poet. The book features a total of 56 poems, including sonnets, ballads, and songs. Blind's poetry explores themes of love, nature, and spirituality, and her writing style is characterized by its lyrical quality and use of vivid imagery. Many of the poems in this collection are inspired by Blind's personal experiences, including her struggles with blindness and her relationships with loved ones. Overall, Songs and Sonnets is a beautiful and moving collection of poetry that showcases Blind's talent as a writer and her unique perspective on the world.O MOON, large golden summer moon, Hanging between the linden trees, Which in the intermittent breeze Beat with the rhythmic pulse of June!This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.…

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Indian Why Stories is a collection of Native American folktales compiled by Frank B. Linderman. The book features stories from various tribes including the Blackfoot, Crow, and Sioux. The tales are told in a conversational style and are accompanied by illustrations. Each story aims to provide an explanation for a natural phenomenon or a cultural practice. The book offers insights into the beliefs and traditions of Native American cultures and showcases the rich storytelling traditions of these communities. Linderman's writing style is simple and engaging, making the book accessible to readers of all ages. Overall, Indian Why Stories is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American folklore and culture.''Old-man then dried the dirt in his hands, rubbing it slowly and singing a queer song. Finally it was dry; then he settled the hand that held the dirt in the water slowly, until the water touched the dirt. The dry dirt began to whirl about and then Old-man blew upon it. Hard he blew and waved his hands, and the dirt began to grow in size right before their eyes. Old-man kept blowing and waving his hands until the dirt became real land, and the trees began to grow. So large it grew that none could see across it. Then he stopped his blowing and sang some more.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.…

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Hands Around Reigen: A Cycle of Ten Dialogues is a play written by Arthur Schnitzler, an Austrian playwright and novelist. The play consists of ten scenes, each depicting a sexual encounter between two characters who are connected to each other in some way. The characters are from different social classes and backgrounds, and their interactions reveal the hypocrisy and moral decay of Viennese society at the turn of the 20th century.The play is structured as a series of dialogues, with each scene ending with one character moving on to the next encounter. The characters include a soldier, a prostitute, a countess, a poet, a maid, a young gentleman, a married couple, and others. Each scene is set in a different location, ranging from a park to a hotel room to a private salon.Throughout the play, Schnitzler explores themes of love, desire, power, and social class. The characters' conversations reveal their innermost thoughts and desires, as well as their fears and insecurities. The play also critiques the moral standards of Viennese society, which is shown to be hypocritical and corrupt.Hands Around Reigen was first performed in 1920 and was immediately controversial due to its frank depiction of sexuality. The play has since become a classic of modernist literature and has been adapted into numerous films and stage productions. It is considered one of Schnitzler's most important works and a seminal work of modernist literature.POET: You bore me . . . You haven't the faintest idea what you mean to me . . . You're a whole world in itself . . . You are divine, you are genius itself . . . You are . . . you are godly simplicity . . . Truly, you . . . But you shouldn't talk about Fritz now.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.…

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Egyptian Ideas of the Future Life is a book written by E. A. Wallis Budge, an Egyptologist and curator at the British Museum. The book explores the ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife and the concept of immortality. It provides a comprehensive overview of the Egyptian funerary rituals, the Book of the Dead, and the role of the gods in the afterlife.Budge draws on a range of ancient Egyptian texts, including hymns, prayers, and spells, to illustrate the beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians. He explains the importance of the mummification process, the role of the tomb, and the belief in the judgment of the soul after death.The book also explores the concept of the ka, or the individual's life force, and the ba, or the individual's personality, and how they were believed to continue after death. Budge discusses the different levels of the afterlife, including the Field of Reeds, where the blessed dead were believed to reside, and the Duat, the underworld where the deceased underwent a series of trials before reaching the afterlife.Egyptian Ideas of the Future Life is an essential resource for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian culture and religion. It provides a fascinating insight into the beliefs and practices of one of the world's oldest civilizations and their understanding of the afterlife.Now, it is easy to see from the above description of the torments which the wicked were supposed to suffer, that the writer had in his mind some of the pictures with which we are now familiar, thanks to the excavation of tombs which has gone on in Egypt during the last few years; and it is also easy to see that he, in common with many other Coptic writers, misunderstood the purport of them. The outer darkness, i.e., the blackest place of all in the underworld, the river of fire, the pits of fire, the snake and the scorpion, and such like things, all have their counterparts, or rather originals, in the scenes which accompany the texts which describe the passage of the sun through the underworld during the hours of the night.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.…

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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -The Chase Of The Golden Plate is a mystery novel written by Jacques Futrelle. The story revolves around the theft of a valuable golden plate from a museum in New York City. The plate is said to be cursed and whoever possesses it will suffer misfortune. The police suspect a notorious thief named Felix Gryde, but he denies any involvement in the theft. The protagonist of the story is a detective named Craig Kennedy, who is called upon to solve the case. Along with his friend and journalist, Walter Jameson, Kennedy sets out to uncover the truth behind the theft. They follow a trail of clues that leads them to Europe, where they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful but mysterious woman and a group of criminals who will stop at nothing to get their hands on the golden plate. As the chase heats up, Kennedy and Jameson must use all their skills and ingenuity to catch the thief and recover the stolen treasure. The Chase Of The Golden Plate is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.He struggled to his feet. His answer was the crackling of a twig to his right. He started in that direction and brought up with a bump against the automobile. He turned, still groping blindly, and embraced a tree with undignified fervour. To his left he heard another slight noise and ran that way. Again he struck an obstacle. Then he began to say things, expressive things, burning things from the depths of an impassioned soul. The treasure had gone--disappeared into the shadows. The Girl was gone. He called, there was no answer. He drew his revolver fiercely, as if to fire it; then reconsidered and flung it down angrily.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.…

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -''An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding'' is a philosophical work written by Scottish philosopher David Hume. The book explores the nature of human understanding and the limitations of our knowledge. Hume argues that all knowledge is based on experience and that there is no innate knowledge or ideas. He also examines the concept of causation and argues that we cannot know for certain that one event causes another. Hume's ideas have had a significant impact on the development of philosophy and continue to be studied and debated today. The book is written in a clear and accessible style and is considered one of Hume's most important works.Extracted from: Enquiries Concerning the Human Understanding, and Concerning the Principles of Morals, By David Hume. Reprinted from The Posthumous Edition of 1777, and Edited with Introduction, Comparative Tables of Contents, and Analytical Index by L.A. Selby-Bigge, M.A., Late Fellow of University College, Oxford.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.…

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Westward Ho! is a historical novel written by James Kirke Paulding. The story is set in the early 17th century and follows the adventures of a group of English settlers who journey to the New World in search of wealth and opportunity. The main character, Captain John Smith, leads the group as they face numerous obstacles and challenges along the way, including hostile Native American tribes, harsh weather conditions, and treacherous seas.Throughout the novel, Paulding explores the themes of bravery, perseverance, and the pursuit of the American Dream. He also provides a vivid depiction of life in the early colonies, including the struggles and triumphs of the settlers as they establish their new homes and communities.Westward Ho! is a classic work of American literature that has been widely read and studied for over a century. It is a thrilling adventure story that offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history and the brave men and women who helped shape the nation.The dismal cry of ''Fire!'' from a single hoarse voice at once conveyed to his mind the natural solution of the threatening omen. In an instant he was in the grass-grown street which divided the village, and at the same moment saw the flames breaking out from the roof of Colonel Dangerfield's mansion, which, being built of pinewood, burnt almost with the rapidity of tinder. Not a soul was stirring as yet but himself and the person who had given the alarm, and from the total silence within, it was evident that none of the family were as yet awakened. Rainsford's first impulse was to knock violently at the door and call aloud. But it would seem that we miserable short-sighted mortals never sleep so sound as when the thief is abroad or the house on fire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.…

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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -The Varieties of Religious Experience is a book written by William James, a renowned American philosopher and psychologist. The book is a collection of lectures that James delivered at the University of Edinburgh in 1901 and 1902. The book explores the nature of religious experiences and their impact on human life. James argues that religious experiences are not only limited to the traditional religious practices but can also be found in everyday life. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the nature of religious experiences and the various forms they can take. James explores the concept of mysticism, the role of religious institutions, and the impact of religious experiences on human behavior. He also discusses the relationship between religion and science and the challenges that arise when trying to reconcile the two.The second part of the book focuses on individual experiences of religion. James discusses the experiences of various religious figures, including St. Augustine, Martin Luther, and George Fox. He also explores the experiences of ordinary people and the impact of religion on their lives.The Varieties of Religious Experience is considered a classic in the field of psychology and philosophy. It has been praised for its insightful analysis of religious experiences and its impact on human life. The book has been influential in shaping the study of religion and continues to be widely read and studied today.Abstractly, it would seem illogical to try to measure the worth of a religion's fruits in merely human terms of value. How CAN you measure their worth without considering whether the God really exists who is supposed to inspire them If he really exists, then all the conduct instituted by men to meet his wants must necessarily be a reasonable fruit of his religion--it would be unreasonable only in case he did not exist. If, for instance, you were to condemn a religion of human or animal sacrifices by virtue of your subjective sentiments, and if all the while a deity were really there demanding such sacrifices, you would be making a theoretical mistake by tacitly assuming that the deity must be non-existent.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.…

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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - The Decay of Lying is an essay written by Oscar Wilde, first published in 1889. The essay is a dialogue between two characters, Vivian and Cyril, who discuss the nature of art and its relationship to life. Vivian argues that art should not be a reflection of life, but rather a representation of the artist's own imagination and ideals. He believes that lying, or creating a fictional world, is the essence of art. Cyril, on the other hand, argues that art should be based on reality and should reflect the world as it is. The essay explores the themes of aestheticism, art for art's sake, and the importance of beauty in art. Wilde uses his wit and humor to challenge traditional notions of art and to advocate for a more imaginative and creative approach to artistic expression. The Decay of Lying is considered one of Wilde's most important essays and a key text in the development of the aesthetic movement.VIVIAN. Please don't interrupt in the middle of a sentence. ''He either falls into careless habits of accuracy, or takes to frequenting the society of the aged and the wellinformed. Both things are equally fatal to his imagination, as indeed they would be fatal to the imagination of anybody, and in a short time he develops a morbid and unhealthy faculty of truthtelling, begins to verify all statements made in his presence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.…

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