Adventure - eBooks
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La guerre injuste: lettres d'un Espagnol by Armando Palacio Valdés
Authors: Palacio Valdés, Armando, 1853-1938
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By Abil Kile
"La guerre injuste: lettres d'un Espagnol" by Armando Palacio Valdés is a collection of letters written in the early 20th century. The text reveals Valdés's reflections on the moral and political implications of World War I, revealing his thoughts on justice and the wartime spirit of France. The author’s perspective as a Spanish observer provides i...
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The Gospel Day; Or, the Light of Christianity by Charles Ebert Orr
Authors: Orr, Charles Ebert, 1861-1933
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By Abil Kile
"The Gospel Day; Or, the Light Of Christianity" by Charles Ebert Orr is a religious treatise written in the early 20th century. This work seeks to illuminate the principles of true Christianity, contrasting it with false teachings and cultural distortions. The author aims to guide readers towards a deeper understanding of Christian values, morality...
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Unmanned by Stephen Oliver
Authors: Oliver, Stephen, 1950-
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By Abil Kile
"Unmanned" by Stephen Oliver is a collection of poetry published in 1999, reflecting the social and cultural dynamics of contemporary life, particularly in New Zealand and Australia. The book explores themes of identity, memory, and the complexities of human existence against a backdrop that blends nature with urbanity. It is likely written in a mo...
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Ontboezemingen by Carel van Nievelt
Authors: Nievelt, Carel van, 1843-1913
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By Abil Kile
"Ontboezemingen" by Carel van Nievelt is a literary work likely written in the late 19th century. This book appears to be a semi-autobiographical account or travel narrative, presenting the thoughts and experiences of the main character, Gabriël, as he embarks on a journey, reflecting on themes of travel, self-discovery, and the allure of the sea. ...
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The Tell El Amarna Period by Carl Niebuhr
Authors: Niebuhr, Carl, 1861-1927
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By Abil Kile
"The Tell El Amarna Period" by Carl Niebuhr is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the diplomatic relations between Egypt and Western Asia during the 15th century B.C., focusing primarily on the letters found in the Tell el Amarna tablets. The content navigates the political landscape of the time, providing ins...
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Callista : a Tale of the Third Century by John Henry Newman
Authors: Newman, John Henry, 1801-1890
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By Abil Kile
"Callista: A Tale of the Third Century" by John Henry Newman is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. This fiction explores the complex interactions and emotional landscapes of Christians and pagans during the third century in the Roman Empire, primarily focusing on the titular character, Callista, and those around her. The narrative ...
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The Idea of a University Defined and Illustrated by John Henry Newman
Authors: Newman, John Henry, 1801-1890
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By Abil Kile
"The Idea of a University Defined and Illustrated" by John Henry Newman is a philosophical treatise written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the principles and purposes of a university education, emphasizing the importance of a holistic understanding of knowledge, particularly in the context of Catholic education. Newman's main argument i...
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The Civilization of Illiteracy by Mihai Nadin
Authors: Nadin, Mihai, 1938-
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By Abil Kile
"The Civilization of Illiteracy" by Mihai Nadin is a critical examination of literacy and its implications in contemporary society, likely written in the late 20th century. The book explores the decline of traditional literacy in the context of rapid technological advancement and cultural change, analyzing how these shifts impact human behavior, co...
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The Silesian Horseherd - Questions of the Hour by F. Max Müller
Authors: Müller, F. Max (Friedrich Max), 1823-1900
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By Abil Kile
"The Silesian Horseherd - Questions of the Hour" by F. Max Müller is an intellectual work combining philosophy and theology, written in the late 19th century. The text features a correspondence between Müller and an anonymous correspondent, the "Horseherd," whose reflections on religion and philosophy challenge conventional beliefs. The book explor...