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  • Healthful Sports for Young Ladies

    Empowering Young Women Through Healthful Sports and Graceful Exercises

    by Mademoiselle St. Sernin ...
    Translated by William Combe ...
    In "Healthful Sports for Young Ladies," Mademoiselle St. Sernin presents a pioneering treatise on the importance of physical activity for women in the late 19th century. The book eloquently marries didactic prose with vivid descriptions of various sports tailored for young women, emphasizing not only the physical benefits but also the moral and social advantages of participating in athletic ... Read more

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  • The First of April

    Unveiling the Absurdities of April Fools' Day in 18th-Century England

    by William Combe ...
    In "The First of April," William Combe delivers a sharp and satirical narrative that cleverly intertwines humor with social commentary. The book, first published in the early 19th century, employs a witty prose style characteristic of the period'Äôs literary satire, blending elements of parody and farce. Combe invites readers to explore themes of deception, folly, and societal norms, all set ... Read more

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  • An Heroic Epistle to the Right Honourable the Lord Craven (3rd Ed.)

    Enriched edition. A Satirical Glimpse into Society's Absurdity

    by William Combe, Megan Fawcett ...
    "An Heroic Epistle to the Right Honourable the Lord Craven" is a satirical poem by William Combe that deftly intertwines elements of wit, humor, and social commentary within its verses. This third edition, originally published in the late 18th century, employs a mock-heroic style to explore themes of admiration and the follies of high society. Combe's distinctive literary voice captures the ... Read more

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  • The History of Johnny Quæ Genus, the Little Foundling of the Late Doctor Syntax

    Enriched edition. A Poem by the Author of the Three Tours

    by William Combe, Megan Fawcett ...
    In "The History of Johnny Quæ Genus, the Little Foundling of the Late Doctor Syntax," William Combe crafts a satirical narrative that fuses humor with social commentary, continuing the adventures rooted in the beloved Doctor Syntax series. The novel is characterized by its playful verse, rich illustrations, and engaging prose that evokes the spirit of 19th-century Romanticism. Combe employs a ... Read more

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  • Back to the Garden

    Walking in God’s Manifest Presence

    by William Combs ...
    Every biblical author from Moses through Jeremiah penned their words in pictograms that were later converted to Aramaic characters after Judah was exiled to Babylon. This transformation partially obscured the Hebrew scriptures and veiled their relationship with the New Testament.Jesus said, “Moses wrote of me.” The pictograms in Genesis 1:1 will embolden Jewish believers in Yeshua, Israel’s ... Read more

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  • Audiobook

    The Tour Of Dr. Syntax In Search Of The Picturesque (Unabridged)

    by WILLIAM COMBE ...
    Narrated by Rebecca Hill ...

    Unabridged

    7 hours 19 min

    “To bury these, to christen those, And marry such fond folks who chose To change the tenor of their life And risk the matrimonial strife.” This was the humdrum life of Dr. Syntax before he set out on his bizarre and hilarious adventures, presented here in the form of satirical poem in 26 cantos. It’s a lot of fun! ... Read more

    $4.99 USD