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  • Gammer Gurton's Needle

    An Early English Comedy: Hilarious Misadventures and Witty Dialogues from the Renaissance Theater

    by Various ...
    "Gammer Gurton's Needle" is a quintessential example of Early Modern English drama, attributed to an anonymous author, likely composed in the late 16th century. This comedic play offers a fascinating glimpse into the domestic life of rural England, focusing on themes of love, jealousy, and social class. Its witty dialogue and engaging plot, revolving around a lost needle and mistaken identities, ... Read more

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  • Recently Recovered "Lost" Tudor Plays with some others

    The plays in this collection reflect the variety and richness of Tudor drama, showcasing both secular and religious themes. Tudor plays often explored social, political, and moral issues relevant to the period, and these works offer unique insights into the lives, beliefs, and humor of people in Renaissance England. Farmer's collection includes morality plays, farces, historical pieces, and early ... Read more

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  • The Public School Word-book

    A contribution to a historical glossary of words phrases and turns of expression

    In "The Public School Word-book," John Stephen Farmer presents a comprehensive lexicon tailored for students and educators within the public school system of late 19th-century England. Crafted with meticulous attention to the nuances of language, Farmer employs a clear and didactic literary style that encourages an engaging discovery of vocabulary, contextualized within the educational ethos of ... Read more

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  • Recently Recovered "Lost" Tudor Plays with some others

    Exploring the Forgotten Gems of Tudor Theatre

    The anthology 'Recently Recovered "Lost" Tudor Plays with some others' offers a fascinating glimpse into the theatrical tapestry of Tudor England, bringing together a diverse array of plays that have languished in obscurity for centuries. The collection's overarching theme delves into the evolving nature of English drama during the 16th century, showcasing a dynamic range of literary styles from ... Read more

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  • The Regimental Records of the British Army

    A historical résumé chronologically arranged of titles, campaigns, honours, uniforms, facings, badges, nicknames, etc

    The Regimental Records of the British Army offers a comprehensive exploration into the storied past of one of the world's most renowned military institutions. This anthology skillfully blends historical narrative with insightful analysis, chronicling the evolution of the British Army through meticulously curated documents and vivid accounts of regimental histories. The collection stands out for ... Read more

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  • Musa Pedestris - Three Centuries of Canting Songs and Slang Rhymes [1536 - 1896]

    Unveiling the Evolution of Canting Songs and Slang Rhymes

    In "Musa Pedestris - Three Centuries of Canting Songs and Slang Rhymes [1536 - 1896]," John Stephen Farmer meticulously compiles an extensive array of vernacular poetry, offering insight into the evolution of canting songs and slang within three centuries of English history. The collection is characterized by its vibrant linguistic playfulness, showcasing the dynamic interplay between language and ... Read more

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  • Wales, A Nation In Verse

    Series Book 5 - A Nation In Verse
    Poetry is a fascinating use of language. With almost a million words at its command it is not surprising that these Isles have produced some of the most beautiful, moving and descriptive verse through the centuries. In this series we look at a particular nation through the eyes and minds of our most gifted poets to bring you a unique poetic guide. Wales, this proud nation with its long history; ... Read more

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  • The Canterbury Tales | Timeless Classics

    'In "The Canterbury Tales," Geoffrey Chaucer masterfully brings together a diverse group of pilgrims embarking on a journey to the shrine of Thomas Becket in Canterbury. Set in 14th-century England, this vibrant collection of stories showcases the unique personalities of each traveler, from the noble Knight to the witty Wife of Bath, each offering a glimpse into the complexities of medieval life. ... Read more

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  • All The King's Men

    The British Soldier from the Restoration to Waterloo

    by Saul David ...
    Saul David's All The King's Men is a thrilling history of the British Redcoat from the English Civil War to Waterloo.Between 1660 and 1815 British supremacy on foreign soil was near total. Central to this success was the humble redcoat soldier who showed heroism in battle and stoicism in peace, despite appalling treatment. This is their story: of brutal discipline and inedible food, of loyalty and ... Read more

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  • In Memoriam A.H.H. (Mobi Classics)

    In Memoriam A.H.H. is a long poem by the English poet Alfred, Lord Tennyson, completed in 1849. It is a requiem for the poet's Cambridge friend Arthur Henry Hallam, who died suddenly of a cerebral hemorrhage in Vienna in 1833, but it is also much more. Written over a period of 17 years, it can be seen as reflective of Victorian society at the time, and the poem discusses many of the issues that ... Read more

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  • Daemonologie (Illustrated)

    by King James VI ...
    Series series Sacred World
    A philosophical work on contemporary necromancy and the historical relationships between the various methods of divination used from ancient black magic. This included a study on demonology and the methods demons used to bother troubled men. It also touches on topics such as werewolves and vampires. It was a political yet theological statement to educate a misinformed populace on the history, ... Read more

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