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  • The British Expedition to the Crimea

    THE causes of the last war with Russia, overwhelmed by verbiage, and wrapped up in coatings of protocols and dispatches, at the time are now patent to the world. The independence of Turkey was menaced by the Czar, but France and England would have cared little if Turkey had been a power whose fate could affect in no degree the commerce or the reputation of the allies. France, ever jealous of her ... Read more

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  • The British Expedition to the Crimea

    "The British Expedition to the Crimea" by Sir William Howard Russell is a compelling account of the Crimean War, providing a vivid portrayal of the experiences of British soldiers and the challenges they faced. Russell, a war correspondent, offers firsthand insights into the brutal realities of battle, the conditions of military life, and the political dynamics of the time. His detailed ... Read more

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  • Indian New England Before the Mayflower

    In offering here a highly readable yet comprehensive description of New England's Indians as they lived when European settlers first met them, the author provides a well-rounded picture of the natives as neither savages nor heroes, but fellow human beings existing at a particular time and in a particular environment. He dispels once and for all the common notion of native New England as peopled by ... Read more

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  • With the World's Great Travellers I

    This book contains multiple stories about travelling from the world's greatest travellers: New Dependencies of the United States (OLIVER H. G. LEIGH) Winter and Summer in New England (HARRIET MARTINEAU) Niagara Falls and the Thousand Islands (CHARLES MORRIS) From New York to Washington in 1866 (HENRY LATHAM) The Natural Bridge and Tunnel of Virginia (EDWARD A. POLLARD) Plantation Life in War Times ... Read more

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  • Sanctuary

    The Preservation Issue

    Series Book 70 - Conjunctions
    Exploring the myriad ways in which we go about preserving what might otherwise be forfeited.Whether trained specialists or lay people who care about something, preservationists come from every stratum of life. The archivist, the linguist, the local town historian. The paleontologist, the heirloom seed-saver, the family photographer, the Monuments Men. Old two-by-two Noah and taxonomist Linnaeus. ... Read more

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  • The Atlantic Telegraph

    I SHALL not detain the readers of this brief narrative with any sketch of the progress of electrical science. There are text-books, cyclopædias, and treatises full of information concerning the men who worked in early days, and recording the labours of those who still toil on, investigating the laws and developing the applications of the subtle agency which has long attracted the attention of the ... Read more

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  • The Civil War in America

    THE MODERN AGE. IN presenting the first number of the Modern Age to the public, I have selected the letters of Mr. Russell, deeming them the most appropriate topic for the times, and worthy of an extensive circulation. That these letters are written by the most interesting correspondent of the largest, ablest, and most influential paper in the world, is sufficient proof of their merits, and that ... Read more

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  • The Civil War in America

    "The Civil War in America" by Sir William Howard Russell is a compelling account of the American Civil War, providing a unique perspective from a British journalist who witnessed the conflict firsthand. Russell's detailed observations and vivid descriptions bring to life the struggles and complexities of the war, capturing the emotions of soldiers and civilians alike. His writings not only ... Read more

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  • My Diary: North and South (Complete)

    A book which needs apologies ought never to have been written. This is a canon of criticism so universally accepted, that authors have abstained of late days from attempting to disarm hostility by confessions of weakness, and are almost afraid to say a prefatory word to the gentle reader. It is not to plead in mitigation of punishment or make an appeal ad misericordiam, I break through the ... Read more

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  • Canada; its Defences, Condition, and Resources

    "Canada; its Defences, Condition, and Resources" by Sir William Howard Russell is a comprehensive examination of Canada’s military and economic landscape during a pivotal time in its history. Russell, a prominent war correspondent, provides insights into the strategic importance of Canada, its geographical advantages, and the state of its defenses. He delves into the resources available to the ... Read more

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  • The Atlantic Telegraph (1865)

    "The Atlantic Telegraph" by Sir William Howard Russell explores the ambitious project of laying the first transatlantic telegraph cable. Russell, a prominent journalist, provides a detailed account of the challenges faced by engineers and workers during this monumental endeavor. He captures the excitement and trepidation surrounding the project, emphasizing its potential to revolutionize ... Read more

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  • My Diary: North and South (vol. 1 of 2)

    "My Diary: North and South" by Sir William Howard Russell is a compelling firsthand account of the American Civil War, offering readers a unique perspective from a British journalist who witnessed the conflict. Russell's narrative captures the tumultuous atmosphere of the time, detailing the experiences of soldiers and civilians alike. His keen observations and vivid descriptions bring to life the ... Read more

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