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Empires of Ideas

Creating the Modern University from Germany to America to China

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A Marginal Revolution Best Non-fiction Book “[A] fascinating book.” –Steven Mintz, Inside Higher Ed“Substantive on virtually every page, the author actually understands how universities work…An impressive performance.” —Tyler Cowen, *Marginal Revolution  *“With his extraordinary breadth of curiosity and equal ease in the histories and cultures of these countries, only Bill Kirby could have written ... Read more

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A Marginal Revolution Best Non-fiction Book “[A] fascinating book.” –Steven Mintz, Inside Higher Ed“Substantive on virtually every page, the author actually understands how universities work…An impressive performance.” —Tyler Cowen, *Marginal Revolution  *“With his extraordinary breadth of curiosity and equal ease in the histories and cultures of these countries, only Bill Kirby could have written
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An Introduction to Entomology

by William Kirby, William Spence ...

One principal cause of the little attention paid to Entomology in this country, has doubtless been the ridicule so often thrown upon the science. The botanist, sheltered now by the sanction of fashion, as formerly by the prescriptive union of his study with medicine, may dedicate his hours to mosses and lichens without reproach; but in the minds of most men, the learned as well as the vulgar, the ... Read more

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One principal cause of the little attention paid to Entomology in this country, has doubtless been the ridicule so often thrown upon the science. The botanist, sheltered now by the sanction of fashion, as formerly by the prescriptive union of his study with medicine, may dedicate his hours to mosses and lichens without reproach; but in the minds of most men, the learned as well as the vulgar, the
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Falling Angel

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Edgar Award Finalist: The hunt for a vanished singer leads a detective into the depths of the occult in this "terrific" novel (Stephen King).Big-band frontman Johnny Favorite was singing for the troops when a Luftwaffe fighter squadron strafed the bandstand, killing the crowd and leaving the singer near death. The army returned him to a private hospital in upstate New York, leaving him to live out ... Read more

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Edgar Award Finalist: The hunt for a vanished singer leads a detective into the depths of the occult in this "terrific" novel (Stephen King).Big-band frontman Johnny Favorite was singing for the troops when a Luftwaffe fighter squadron strafed the bandstand, killing the crowd and leaving the singer near death. The army returned him to a private hospital in upstate New York, leaving him to live out
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An Introduction to Entomology: Elements of the Natural History of the Insects (Complete)

by William Kirby ...

One principal cause of the little attention paid to Entomology in this country, has doubtless been the ridicule so often thrown upon the science. The botanist, sheltered now by the sanction of fashion, as formerly by the prescriptive union of his study with medicine, may dedicate his hours to mosses and lichens without reproach; but in the minds of most men, the learned as well as the vulgar, the ... Read more

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One principal cause of the little attention paid to Entomology in this country, has doubtless been the ridicule so often thrown upon the science. The botanist, sheltered now by the sanction of fashion, as formerly by the prescriptive union of his study with medicine, may dedicate his hours to mosses and lichens without reproach; but in the minds of most men, the learned as well as the vulgar, the
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The Golden Dog

by William Kirby ...

The novel is set against the backdrop of Quebec's history, particularly during the time of British rule and the struggle for control of Canada between the French and the British. The story follows the lives and adventures of various characters, including Angele, the "Golden Dog" of the title, who is a central figure in the narrative.Angele is a beautiful and charismatic woman who becomes embroiled ... Read more

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The novel is set against the backdrop of Quebec's history, particularly during the time of British rule and the struggle for control of Canada between the French and the British. The story follows the lives and adventures of various characters, including Angele, the "Golden Dog" of the title, who is a central figure in the narrative.Angele is a beautiful and charismatic woman who becomes embroiled
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An Introduction to Entomology: Or Elements of the Natural History of Insects, Fifth Edition, Volume 2 (of 4)

by William Kirby, William Spence ...

This edition features• illustrations• a linked Table of Contents and FootnotesCONTENTSXVI. Societies of Insects.Imperfect SocietiesXVII. Societies of Insects continued.Perfect Societies.White Ants. AntsXVIII. Perfect Societies of Insects continued.Wasps. Humble-beesXIX. Perfect Societies of Insects continued.Hive-beeXX. Perfect Societies of Insects concluded.Hive-beeXXI. Mean... ... Read more

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This edition features• illustrations• a linked Table of Contents and FootnotesCONTENTSXVI. Societies of Insects.Imperfect SocietiesXVII. Societies of Insects continued.Perfect Societies.White Ants. AntsXVIII. Perfect Societies of Insects continued.Wasps. Humble-beesXIX. Perfect Societies of Insects continued.Hive-beeXX. Perfect Societies of Insects concluded.Hive-beeXXI. Mean...
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The Golden Dog

Enriched edition. Love, Betrayal, and Intrigue in 18th Century Quebec

by William Kirby, Blake Rees ...

William Kirby's 'The Golden Dog' stands as a seminal work in the canon of 19th-century Canadian literature, renowned for its rich narrative style and vivid portrayals of early Canadian life. Set against the backdrop of Quebec's picturesque landscapes, Kirby intertwines historical fiction with elements of romance and adventure. The novel explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the intricacies of ... Read more

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William Kirby's 'The Golden Dog' stands as a seminal work in the canon of 19th-century Canadian literature, renowned for its rich narrative style and vivid portrayals of early Canadian life. Set against the backdrop of Quebec's picturesque landscapes, Kirby intertwines historical fiction with elements of romance and adventure. The novel explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the intricacies of
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The Golden Dog

by William Kirby ...

TO THE PUBLIC: In the year 1877 the first edition of “The Golden Dog” (Le Chien d'Or) was brought out in the United States, entirely without my knowledge or sanction. Owing to the inadequacy of the then existing copyright laws, I have been powerless to prevent its continued publication, which I understand to have been a successful and profitable undertaking for all concerned, except the author, ... Read more

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TO THE PUBLIC: In the year 1877 the first edition of “The Golden Dog” (Le Chien d'Or) was brought out in the United States, entirely without my knowledge or sanction. Owing to the inadequacy of the then existing copyright laws, I have been powerless to prevent its continued publication, which I understand to have been a successful and profitable undertaking for all concerned, except the author,
... Read more
An Introduction to Entomology

by William Kirby ...

One principal cause of the little attention paid to Entomology in this country, has doubtless been the ridicule so often thrown upon the science. The botanist, sheltered now by the sanction of fashion, as formerly by the prescriptive union of his study with medicine, may dedicate his hours to mosses and lichens without reproach; but in the minds of most men, the learned as well as the vulgar, the ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

One principal cause of the little attention paid to Entomology in this country, has doubtless been the ridicule so often thrown upon the science. The botanist, sheltered now by the sanction of fashion, as formerly by the prescriptive union of his study with medicine, may dedicate his hours to mosses and lichens without reproach; but in the minds of most men, the learned as well as the vulgar, the
... Read more
Boy Out in Africa and Lady Mandrax

by David William Kirby ...

An introduction to my work, Boy Out In Africa is the true story of a gay teenager growing up in a turbilant Cape Town during the 1970s. Bouncing from one shag to another he learns about love, life and death and, in the process, is sucked into the fight for political freedom for South Africa's black people.In South Africa's 1970's gay underground there was no racial segregation and people of all ... Read more

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An introduction to my work, Boy Out In Africa is the true story of a gay teenager growing up in a turbilant Cape Town during the 1970s. Bouncing from one shag to another he learns about love, life and death and, in the process, is sucked into the fight for political freedom for South Africa's black people.In South Africa's 1970's gay underground there was no racial segregation and people of all
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The U.E.

A Tale of Upper Canada

by William Kirby ...

Series series Heritage
A long narrative written in rhyming couplets and presented in 12 cantos, The U.E. tells the story of Walwyn and his sons, Ethwald and Eric, who come to Upper Canada from Yorkshire in the late 1820s, and the United Empire Loyalist Ranger John and his sons, Herman, Hendrick, Simcoe, and Hugh. The poem reaches its climax during the rebellions of 1837-38 when Hugh returns from the United States as a ... Read more

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A long narrative written in rhyming couplets and presented in 12 cantos, The U.E. tells the story of Walwyn and his sons, Ethwald and Eric, who come to Upper Canada from Yorkshire in the late 1820s, and the United Empire Loyalist Ranger John and his sons, Herman, Hendrick, Simcoe, and Hugh. The poem reaches its climax during the rebellions of 1837-38 when Hugh returns from the United States as a
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Golden Dog

by William Kirby ...

In the year 1877 the first edition of The Golden Dog (Le Chien d'Or) was brought out in the United States, entirely without my knowledge or sanction. Owing to the inadequacy of the then existing copyright laws, I have been powerless to prevent its continued publication, which I understand to have been a successful and profitable undertaking for all concerned, except the author, the book having ... Read more

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In the year 1877 the first edition of The Golden Dog (Le Chien d'Or) was brought out in the United States, entirely without my knowledge or sanction. Owing to the inadequacy of the then existing copyright laws, I have been powerless to prevent its continued publication, which I understand to have been a successful and profitable undertaking for all concerned, except the author, the book having
... Read more

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