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First published in 1863, this vintage book contains a fascinating treatise on Egyptian mythology and Egyptian Christianity, looking in particular at their influences on modern Christianity. Also included is a the 1911 lecture "The Egyptian Conception of Immortality" by George Andrew Reisner. Samuel Sharpe (1799 - 1881) was an English Unitarian banker. In his spare time, he made substantial contributions to Biblical translation and the field of Egyptology. Contents include: "Founding of the Monarchy", "Accession of Seneferu and End of Archaic Period", "Accession of Unas", "Death of Pepy II and Fall of the Monarchy", "Rise of Feudalism", "Restoration of the Monarchy", "Marriage of Usertesen to Nefert", "Advent of the Hykos", "Expulsion of the Hykos by Aahmes", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

Out of all the societies that exist in the world, there is perhaps no other considered to be as mysterious as the Freemasons. Ostensibly a group founded to regulate the qualifications of stonemasons and their interaction with authorities and clients, the society is shrouded in claims of conspiracy and the occult due to its hermetic nature and religious aspects. This 1870 work attempts to offer the reader an outline of Freemasonry, including its overarching philosophy and the various 'degrees' of masonry. Contents include: "Of the Degrees in Man", "The Degrees of the Temperaments", "The Nine Groups of the Faculties", "The Zones", "Discrete Degrees of the Brain", "Continuous Degrees of the Brain", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

This vintage book contains a fascinating history of the steamboat, exploring its origin and evolution with a particular focus on American steamboats. A steamboat is a boat that that relies on steam power for its propulsion, usually powered by driving propellers or paddlewheels. With the increasing reliability of steam power, it was also eventually applied to larger vessels that travelled on the ocean. This volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in steam power and especially the history and evolution of boat design. Contents include: "A History of Steam Navigation", "Early Experiments", "Wm. Symington's Steam-tug, 1902", "Robert Fulton's French Experiments, 1802-4", "Inland Steam Navigation, United States, 1809", "The Savannah, the First Ocean Steamship, 1819", "David Napier Enterprise, 1819-22", "First Steamboats on the Missouri", "The Robert Fulton Steamship between New Orleans and New York", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

Scarabs were popular amulets and impression seals in Ancient Egypt which have survived in large numbers to this day. Due to the various inscriptions they often had on them, they constitute an important information source for archaeologists and historians studying the ancient world. This vintage book contains a fantastic exploration of the importance of the scarab in Ancient Egypt, with chapters on other subjects including education, philosophy, arts, ethics, and more. "Scarabs" will appeal to those with a keen interest in Ancient Egypt, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Forms of the Word Scarabaeus", "Manufacture of the Scarabaei", "Method, Period, and Antiquity of Engraving the Scarab and Other Forms", "The Oldest Scarabs", "Where Usually Found and the Mode of Wearing by the Egyptians", "The Position of the Scarab in Ancient Egypt", "Importance of the Heart in the Ancient Egyptian Religion", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

"The Sacred Books of the East" contains 50 volumes of Asian religious texts translated into English, first published between 1879 and 1910. The texts span a wide range of religions including Taoism, Hinduism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, and more. This volume concentrates on Buddhist and the Mahayana texts in particular. Contents include: "The Buddha-karita of Asvaghosha: Books I-XVII", "Index of Proper Names", "Notes and Corrections", "The Larger Sukhavati-Vyuha", "The Smaller Sukhavati-Vyuha", "The Vagrakkhedika", "The Larger Pragna-Paramita-Hridaya-Sutra", "The Smaller Pragna-Paramita-Hridaya-Sutra", etc. Friedrich Max Müller (1823 - 1900) was a German Orientalist and philologist famous for being amongst the founders of Indian studies in western academia. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this classic volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.

Celestial navigation refers to the ancient practice of position fixing that allows a navigator to move through a space without the need of estimated calculations to know what their position is. Usually, the Sun is used for this, but the Moon, Polaris, a planet, or one of the numerous other navigational stars can also be used. First published in 1918, this book contains a detailed guide to using astronomy for navigation at sea, originally published as a textbook to be used by the U. S. Naval Academy. Contents include: "General Definitions", "List of Navigational Instruments and Books Usually Provided", "The Compass", "The Earth's Magnetism and the Elements of that Magnetism", "Finding the Deviation by Reciprocal Bearings, by Bearings of a Distant Object, by Time Azimuths, by Ranges", "Mathematical Theory of Compass Deviations", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

"Manual of Egyptian Archaeology" is a detailed guide to the study of Ancient Egypt, with reference to significant discoveries, history, notable archaeologists, and much more. This fascinating volume is perfect for those studying the subject or even travellers and others with an interest in Egypt. Sir Gaston Camille Charles Maspero (1846 - 1916) was a French Egyptologist famous for popularising the term "Sea Peoples" in an 1881 paper. Contents include: "Architecture-Civil and Military", "Private Dwellings", "Fortresses", "Public Works", "Religious Architecture", "Materials and Principles of Construction", "Temples", "Decoration", "Tombs", "Mastabs", "Royal Tombs and Pyramids", "Tombs of the Theben Empire: The Rock-cut Timbs", "Painting and Sculpture", etc. Other notable works by this author include: "Art in Egypt" (1912), "The Dawn of Civilization: Egypt and Chaldæa" (1894), and "Egyptian Archæology" (1892). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

"Facts About Precious Stones" contains a useful guide to precious stones, originally written to offer the reader a concise handbook containing facts related to precious stones and the rules for their selection. Written in simple language and including invaluable expert tips, this volume will appeal to those looking for an introduction to the subject of precious stones and what should be looked out for when buying or inspecting them. Contents include: "The Diamond", "The Ruby", "The Sapphire", "The Turquoise", "The Opal", "The Spinel", "The Garnet", "The Tourmaline", "The Topaz", "The Amethyst", "The Beryl", "The Moonstone", "The Pearl", "Concerning Mountings", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on gemmology.

"A Treatise on Diamonds and Pearls" is a 1751 handbook on valuing diamonds and pearls, with information on their manufacture, maintenance, history, and more. This vintage book will be of considerable utility to jewellers and antique dealers, and it would make for a fantastic addition to gemmology collections. Contents include: "Of The Production of Diamonds, and the Principle of Valuing Them", "Of Brilliant Diamonds, and The Method of Manufacturing Them", "Of the Sizes or Expansion of Brilliants", "Of The Use of the Brilliant Sizes in Discovering ill Wrought Ones", "Of the Method of Manufacturing, and Valuing Spread Brilliants", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

"Cheshire - Its Traditions and History" is a fascinating account of the history of Cheshire, a county in North West England. This concise history of the English county spans the earliest records to modern times, exploring the introduction of Christianity, its history of conformity, government, traditions, folklore, and much more. This volume will appeal to those with an interest in Cheshire's interesting history, as well as the history of England itself. Contents include: "Prehistoric Salt Mines-Poets and Geological Science", "The Genesis of Cheshire History-Sir Peter Leycester's Illustrious Work", "Feudalism and the Divine Right of Kings", "Whence Came Christianity to Cheshire-Cheshire Saints", "Foundation of Nonconformity to Cheshire?--Cheshire Saints", "Foundation of Nonconformity in England", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

"The Private Library" is a vintage guide to forming and maintaining a personal library at home, with chapters on everything one might need to know from taking care of your books to bookbinding, determining value, classification, buying and selling, and much more. This volume will appeal to serious book collectors and literature lovers alike, and it would make for a fantastic addition to any private collection. Contents include: "What is a Good Edition?", "What is a Fine Copy?", "Book Values", "On the Care of Books", "The Art of Reading", "Common-place Books", "Reference Books", "Boudoir Libraries", "Bookbinding", "Book Hobbies", "Old Country Libraries", "Weeding Out", "The Catalogue", "Classification of Books", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

This book contains a fantastic guide to doing magic tricks that can be performed at any time using common and easy-to-come-by materials and props, including coins, matches, paper, knives, cards, and more. "Impromptu Magic with Patter" is perfect for magicians new and old, and it would make for a handy addition to magical collections. Contents include: "Author's Preface", "The Possessed Match Hand", "The Penetrating Match", "The Disappearing Match Heads", "The Penetrating Quarter", "Coin and Glass of Water", "The Travelling Coins", "Four Coin Trick", "Coins Out of Hat", "The Haunted Coin", "Dime and Penny Trick", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on magic tricks.

Bookbinding refers to the process of physically assembling a book using ordered paper sheets which are folded together into sections or left as a stack of individual sheets. This is then bound together along one edge by either sewing or using a flexible adhesive. "A Note on Bookbinding" contains some general information about bookbinding written for those with a practical interest in the subject and would make for a worthy addition to a book lover's collection. Contents include: "A Note on Bookbinding", "Note on Binding Leather", "Pigskin", "Sealskin", "Morocco", "Sheepskin", "Calf", "How to Give Orders for Binding", "Notes on the Special Committee of the Society of Arts on Leather for Book Binding", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of bookbinding.

This book contains the chapters of the "Book of the Dead", an ancient Egyptian funerary text that was used starting from the beginning of the New Kingdom (approximately 1550 BCE) to approximately 50 BCE. Contents include: "The Book of the Dead", "Description of the Papyri", "Introductory Hymns", "Papyrus of Ani", "Papyrus of Qenna", "Papyrus of Hunefer", "Papyrus of Ani", "Papyrus of Nekht", "Scene of the Weighing of the Heart, "Names of the Gods of the Great Company", etc. Sir Ernest Alfred Thompson Wallis Budge (1857 - 1934) was an English Orientalist, Egyptologist, and philologist. He worked for the British Museum and published numerous works on the ancient 'Near East'. This volume will appeal to those with an interest in Ancient Egypt and death in Egyptian culture. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

In in 1922, Howard Carter famously discovered Tutankhamun's almost completely intact tomb during an excavation funded by Lord Carnarvon. The discovered garnered worldwide press coverage and ignited a renewal in public interest in the subject of Ancient Egypt. This volume looks at the life and reign of Tutankhamun (1341 - 1323 BC), focusing on Atenism and Egyptian religion-particularly Egyptian monotheism and the god Amen. Contents include: "The Reign of Tutankhamen", "Tutankhamen and the Cult of Amen", "A Hymn to Amen and Atem", "The Cult of Aten, the God and Disk under Amenhetep IV", "Hymns to Aten", "A Hymn to Atem by the King", "A Hymn to Atem by Ali, Overseer of the Horse", "Hymns to the Sun-God", etc. Sir Ernest Alfred Thompson Wallis Budge (1857 - 1934) was an English Orientalist, Egyptologist, and philologist. He worked for the British Museum and published numerous works on the ancient 'Near East'. This volume will appeal to those with an interest in Ancient Egypt and the pharaoh Tutankhamun in particular. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

This vintage book contains a simple introduction to the study of Egyptian hieroglyphics by E. A. Wallis Budge. Together with an introduction to the subject, it also includes an account of the decipherment of Egyptian Hieroglyphics, as well as an outline of the system of writing and general principles of the use of pictures to express ideas. Sir Ernest Alfred Thompson Wallis Budge (1857 - 1934) was an English Orientalist, Egyptologist, and philologist. He worked for the British Museum and published numerous works on the ancient 'Near East'. This volume will appeal to those with an interest in Egyptian hieroglyphics and the history and development of deciphering them. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

Out of all the societies that exist in the world, there is perhaps no other considered to be as mysterious as the Freemasons. Ostensibly a group founded to regulate the qualifications of stonemasons and their interaction with authorities and clients, the society is shrouded in claims of conspiracy and the occult due to its hermetic nature and religious aspects. This vintage book looks at the symbolism of Freemasonry, as well as some of the general principles, order and hierarchy, and more. Contents include: "Principles of Education and Ethics", "The Genius of Freemasonry", "The Secret Doctrine", "The Secret Doctrine (continued) - Science and Religion", "The Secret Doctrine (continued) - The Sign of the Master", "The Great Lodge", "An Outline of Symbolism", and "Conclusion". Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

"Legends of Ancient Egypt" is a fascinating treatise on Egyptian mythology, exploring the legendary stories of the various Egyptian Gods and Heroes. This classic study of Ancient Egyptian beliefs will appeal to those with an interest in this fascinating period of human history, and it would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "The People of Ancient Egypt", "The Beliefs of the Egyptians", "The Beginning of All Things", "The Life Beyond", "The Story of Ra and Isis", "The Story of Isis and Osiris", "The Kingdom of Osiris", "The Quest of Isis", "The Persecution by Typon", "The Works of Horus", "Ancient Rulers of Egypt", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

"Fifty Years in the Magic Circle" is an Signor Blitz's 1871 autobiography. Signor Blitz (1810 - 1877) was a British magician and performer. He first started performing at the early age of thirteen, his performances quickly becoming known for their incorporation of humour. He died in his home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania six years after writing this book. Contents include: "My Early Life", "Appearance in Public", "Incidents in England", "Adventure with Gamblers", "The Inquisitive Ladies", "Ireland", "Irish Character", "The Witches under the Bridge", "Visit to Scotland", "The Bottled Janitor", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on magic tricks.

Out of all the societies that exist in the world, there is perhaps no other considered to be as mysterious as the fraternal organization of the Freemasons. Ostensibly a group founded to regulate the qualifications of stonemasons and their interaction with authorities and clients, the society is shrouded in claims of conspiracy and the occult due to its hermetic nature and religious aspects. Originally part of "Bailey's Series of Practical Masonry", this 1866 work is intended to furnish a "Master of the lodge" with all the information he might need to know about concerning his position, role, and duties within freemasonry. Contents include: "Designs Upon the Trestle Board", "Getting into the Harness", "Opening and Closing the Lodge", "Dignity and Tact", "Dispensing Light and Knowledge", "Attending Grand Lodge", "Public Demonstration", "The Furniture of the Lodge", "Vitalizing the Lodge", "The Trail of Offences", "The Secretary and Treasurer", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

"Poems of Conformity" is a 1917 collection of poems by British writer Charles Williams. Contents include: "Proserpina", "At Dawn", "Ballade of Building", "Ballade of a Street Door", "Ballade of Number", "The Clerk", "Richmond Park", "Inland Travel", "Conformity", "Emigravit", "May 20th, 1915", "Hope", "Endings", etc, Charles Walter Stansby Williams (1886 - 1945) was a British theologian, novelist, poet, playwright, and literary critic. He was also a member of the "The Inklings", a literary discussion group connected to the University of Oxford, England. They were exclusively literary enthusiasts who championed the merit of narrative in fiction and concentrated on writing fantasy. Contents include: "Divorce", "In Time of War", "Praise of Death", "Lovers to Lovers", "On the Way to Somerset", "In Absence", "Reunion", "For a Pieta", "Ballade of a Country Day", "Ballade of Travellers", "Ghosts", etc. Other notable works by this author include: "The Greater Trumps" (1932), "War in Heaven" (1930), and "The Place of the Lion" (1931). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with specially-commissioned new biography of the author.

"Divorce" is a 1920 collection of poetry by Charles Williams. Charles Walter Stansby Williams (1886 - 1945) was a British theologian, novelist, poet, playwright, and literary critic. He was also a member of the "The Inklings", a literary discussion group connected to the University of Oxford, England. They were exclusively literary enthusiasts who championed the merit of narrative in fiction and concentrated on writing fantasy. Contents include: "Divorce", "In Time of War", "Praise of Death", "Lovers to Lovers", "On the Way to Somerset", "In Absence", "Reunion", "For a Pieta", "Ballade of a Country Day", "Ballade of Travellers", "Ghosts", etc. Other notable works by this author include: "The Greater Trumps" (1932), "War in Heaven" (1930), and "The Place of the Lion" (1931). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with specially-commissioned new biography of the author.

First published in 1842, this vintage book contains part five of Charles Darwin's "The Zoology of The Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle", a fascinating and detailed account of the research he did whilst aboard the HMS Beagle between 1832 and 1836-work that played a key role in the conception of his scientific theories on evolution and natural selection. This part concentrates on the reptiles and amphibians that he encountered and studied around the world. Contents include: "Alsodes Monticola", "Amblyrynchus Cristatus", "Ameiva Longicauda", "Borborocaetes Bibronii", "Bufo Chilensis", "Centrura Flagellifer", "Cyclodus Casuarinae", "Cystignathus Georgianus", "Diplolaemus Bibronii", etc. Charles Robert Darwin (1809 - 1882) was an English geologist, naturalist, and biologist most famous for his contributions to the science of evolution and his book "On the Origin of Species" (1859). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

First published in 1842, this vintage book contains part four of Charles Darwin's "The Zoology of The Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle", a fascinating and detailed account of the research he did whilst aboard the HMS Beagle between 1832 and 1836-work that played a key role in the conception of his scientific theories on evolution and natural selection. This part concentrates on the various fish that he encountered and studied around the world. Contents include: "Malacopterygii", "Lophobranchii", "Plectognathi", "Cyclostomi", "Total in the Several Orders", "Percidae", "Mullidae", "Triglidae", "Cottidae", "Scorpaenidae", "Sciaenidae", etc. Charles Robert Darwin (1809 - 1882) was an English geologist, naturalist, and biologist most famous for his contributions to the science of evolution and his book "On the Origin of Species" (1859). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.