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  • The Cavalier

    Romance, Espionage, and Adventure in the American Civil WarFirst published in 1901, The Cavalier by George Washington Cable is a historical romance set in Mississippi during the American Civil War. The novel became a major commercial success and combines cavalry adventure, espionage, romance, mystery, and the atmosphere of a South transformed by war.The story is narrated by Richard Thorndyke Smith ... Read more

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  • Rules of Civility and Decent Behaviour In Companion and Conversation

    Rules of Civility and Decent Behaviour In Company and Conversation is the name of a list best known as a school writing exercise of George Washington, who became the first president of the United States of America. Most of the 110 rules have been traced to a French etiquette manual written by Jesuits in 1595.As an exercise Washington hand copied Francis Hawkins' translation which was published in ... Read more

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  • Famous Adventures and Prison Escapes of the Civil War

    Chapters include: WAR DIARY OF A UNION WOMAN IN THE SOUTH; THE LOCOMOTIVE CHASE IN GEORGIA; A ROMANCE OF MORGAN'S ROUGH-RIDERS; COLONEL ROSE'S TUNNEL AT LIBBY PRISON; A HARD ROAD TO TRAVEL OUT OF DIXIE; and ESCAPE OF GENERAL BRECKINRIDGE. ... Read more

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  • George Washington Cable: The Complete Works

    14 Complete Works of George Washington CableBonaventureBylow HillDr. SevierGideon's BandJohn MarchKincaid's BatteryMadame DelphineOld Creole DaysStrange True Stories of LouisianaStrong HeartsThe Amateur GardenThe CavalierThe Flower of the ChapdelainesThe Grandissimes ... Read more

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  • George Washington's Expense Account

    A journalist takes a close look at the Founding Father's creative accounting skills in "a very funny book" ( The New York Times Book Review).George Washington made a noble gesture of refusing payment for his services as commander in chief of the Continental Army—but as this book reveals, he also took it as an opportunity to indulge his insatiable lust for fine food and drink, extravagant clothing, ... Read more

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  • The Complete Works of George Washington

    Military Journals, Rules of Civility, Writings on French and Indian War, Presidential Work, Inaugural Addresses, Messages to Congress, Letters & Biography

    This thoroughly edited collection gives a complete insight into the life and legacy of the first American President, George Washington. The work of George Washington presented in this book covers both his military carrier (Journals and Orders from the Revolutionary war) and his presidency (Inaugural Addresses, State of the Union Addresses, Messages to Congress and more). Finally, this collection ... Read more

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  • Journal of my journey over the mountains

    In the journal, Washington describes the challenges of traversing the Appalachian Mountains, including harsh weather conditions, difficult terrain, and the logistics of travel with a military contingent. His observations provide insight into the natural beauty and strategic importance of the landscape, highlighting Washington's growing understanding of military and political dynamics in the ... Read more

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  • The Life & Work of George Washington

    Military Journals, Rules of Civility, Inaugural Addresses, Letters, With Biographies and more

    'The Life & Work of George Washington' is an exceptional anthology that delves into the multifaceted aspects of one of America's foundational figures, exploring not only the historical impact but also the cultural and symbolic significances attributed to George Washington. This collection blends a spectrum of literary styles, from scholarly analysis to narrative biography, capturing the essence of ... Read more

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  • The Zodiac and the Salts of Salvation

    Homeopathic Remedies for the Sign Types

    A medical doctor and American mystic explores the relationship between homeopathic remedies and the 12 zodiac signs in this classic text.The Zodiac and the Salts of Salvation combines scientific and spiritual knowledge to provide a holistic, astrology-based approach to wellness. Expanding on Dr. George W. Carey's treatise, The Relation of the Mineral Salts of the Body to the Signs of the Zodiac, ... Read more

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  • Strange True Stories of Louisiana

    Seven Records from the Creole Past

    Seven true stories out of Louisiana archives and private papers - a German immigrant girl sold into slavery, a haunted house on Royal Street, a young woman's diary of the war - assembled by the writer who put New Orleans on the literary map and was driven out of the city for his politics. This edition carries 56 plates after Degas, Catlin and West, with four in-text illustrations restored and ... Read more

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  • The Complete Works of George Washington

    A Literary Tapestry of America's Founding Moments and Identity

    The Complete Works of George Washington emerges as a definitive anthology, traversing the defining narratives and correspondence of one of America's founding figures. This collection encapsulates a diverse range of literary styles - from impassioned personal letters to seminal policy declarations - providing readers with a profound insight into the era of revolution and nation-building. The ... Read more

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  • George Washington’s Farewell Address

    Every American is taught a pristine narrative of the life and legacy of George Washington and can easily recite the highlights of the "Father of Our Country". The remarkable Virginian led an under-resourced, rag-tag army to ultimate victory in the American Revolution before becoming the nation's first president, setting it on its path toward superpower status. He may not have actually chopped down ... Read more

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