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  • The Lost Atlantis and Other Ethnographic Studies

    The story of the Lost Atlantis is recorded in the Timæus and, with many fanciful amplifications, in the Critias of Plato. According to the dialogues, as reproduced there, Critias repeats to Socrates a story told him by his grandfather, then an old man of ninety, when he himself was not more than ten years of age. According to this narrative, Solon visited the city of Sais, at the head of the ... Read more

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  • The Archaeology and Prehistoric Annals of Scotland

    The zeal for Archæological investigation which has recently manifested itself in nearly every country of Europe, has been traced, not without reason, to the impulse which proceeded from Abbotsford. Though such is not exactly the source which we might expect to give birth to the transition from profitless dilettantism to the intelligent spirit of scientific investigation, yet it is unquestionable ... Read more

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  • William Nelson: A Memoir

    "William Nelson: A Memoir" offers an intimate glimpse into the life of a remarkable individual whose contributions shaped his community and beyond. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, the memoir captures the essence of Nelson's character, highlighting his resilience, creativity, and dedication to his work. The narrative is rich with insights into the challenges he faced and the triumphs he ... Read more

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  • William Nelson: A Memoir

    IN the early years of the present century the Scottish capital retained many features of its ancient aspect still unchanged; but among all the old-world haunts surviving into modern times, the most notable, alike for its picturesque quaintness and its varied associations, was the avenue from the Grassmarket to the upper town. The West Bow, as this thoroughfare was called, derived its name from the ... Read more

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  • The Lost Atlantis and Other Ethnographic Studies And The Right Hand: Left-Handedness

    The legend of Atlantis, an island-continent lying in the Atlantic Ocean over against the Pillars of Hercules, which, after being long the seat of a powerful empire, was engulfed in the sea, has been made the basis of many extravagant speculations; and anew awakens keenest interest with the revolving centuries. The 12th of October 1892 has been proclaimed a World’s holiday, to celebrate its ... Read more

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  • The Right Hand: Left-Handedness

    Restored Classics to Go Edition

    Series series
    Excerpt: "The following treatise includes data originally accumulated in a series of papers communicated to the Canadian Institute and the Royal Society of Canada, aiming at determining the cause of Left-handedness by a review of its history in its archaeological, philological, and physiological aspects. In revising the materials thus accumulated in illustration of the subject, with a view to ... Read more

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  • William Nelson A Memoir

    "William Nelson: A Memoir" by Sir Daniel Wilson is a reflective account of the life of William Nelson, a significant figure in the Scottish publishing industry. The memoir traces his journey from a modest upbringing to becoming the founder of Thomas Nelson and Sons, one of Scotland's renowned publishing houses. The narrative begins with a detailed exploration of Nelson's early life in Edinburgh, ... Read more

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  • The Lost Atlantis and Other Ethnographic Studies

    The story of the Lost Atlantis is recorded in the Timaeus and, with many fanciful amplifications, in the Critias of Plato. According to the dialogues, as reproduced there, Critias repeats to Socrates a story told him by his grandfather, then an old man of ninety, when he himself was not more than ten years of age. According to this narrative, Solon visited the city of Sais, at the head of the ... Read more

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    Plato's Sunken Island

    The Historical-Myth of Atlantis

    Narrated by Shawn Hartel ...

    Unabridged

    1 hour 58 min

    It is from the known writings of Plato, particularly Timaeus and Critias, that we learn of the legendary island-nation of Atlantis. This book includes key excerpts from those original writings (occasionally in the mouthpiece of Socrates, Plato's mentor) and from the engaging research work of Sir Daniel Wilson. Gives a nice historical overview of this fascinating myth that has a basis in an ancient ... Read more

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    including the Autobiographies

    Series series Oxford World's Classics
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  • Ancient Monuments of the Mississippi Valley

    "Ancient Monuments of the Mississippi Valley" is a seminal work that explores the rich archaeological heritage of the Mississippi River region. Authored by E. H. Davis and E. G. Squier, the book meticulously documents the various earthworks and mounds constructed by ancient Native American cultures. Through detailed descriptions and illustrations, the authors provide insights into the social and ... Read more

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  • Madagascar

    History of the Great Island

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    Madagascar, that some called the Great Britain of Africa, is one of the largest islands in the world. It is said to have been discovered by Europeans in the year 1506. By the Portuguese it was called the island of St. Lawrence, either in honour of its discoverer, Lawrence Almeida, or, as stated by early writers, in accordance with a custom prevailing among them, in honour of the saint on whose day ... Read more

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