Authors: United States. Work Projects Administration

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By Abil Kile

"Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States" is a historical collection produced by the Federal Writers' Project during the late 1930s. The book captures the voices and experiences of former slaves through a series of narratives compiled from interviews conducted across various states. It aims to document the personal recollec...

Authors: Record, Samuel J. (Samuel James), 1881-1945

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By Abil Kile

"The Mechanical Properties of Wood" by Samuel J. Record is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a comprehensive guide aimed primarily at students of forestry, educating them on the technical properties of wood, including its mechanical behaviors under various stresses and conditions. The beginning of the wo...

Authors: Machiavelli, Niccolò, 1469-1527

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By Abil Kile

"The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli is a political treatise written during the early 16th century. This influential work explores the nature of power and governance, offering pragmatic advice to rulers on how to maintain control of their principalities. Machiavelli addresses various types of principalities, their acquisition, and the methods necess...

Authors: Terry, Ellen, 1847-1928

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By Abil Kile

"The Story of My Life: Recollections and Reflections" by Ellen Terry is an autobiographical account written during the early 20th century. This captivating work shares the reflections of Ellen Terry, a renowned actress of the Victorian stage, highlighting her journey and experiences within the theatrical world. It provides insights into her childho...

Authors: Huysmans, J.-K. (Joris-Karl), 1848-1907

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"Against the Grain" by J.-K. Huysmans is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows the life of Des Esseintes, the last descendant of a once-noble family, as he seeks refuge from a society he finds unbearable. The opening chapters delve into his solitary existence, intricate aesthetics, and profound disdain for the world around him...

Authors: Nuttall, P. Austin

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"The Nuttall Encyclopædia" by P. Austin Nuttall is a concise and comprehensive dictionary of general knowledge, likely written in the early 20th century. This encyclopedic work comprises over 16,000 articles covering a wide array of subjects including history, biography, geography, literature, philosophy, religion, science, and art, making it a val...

Authors: Lawson, Thomas William, 1857-1925

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"Friday, the Thirteenth: A Novel" by Thomas William Lawson is a financial thriller written during the early 20th century. The story revolves around Jim Randolph, a partner at a prestigious Wall Street banking firm, and his college friend Bob Brownley, who is a passionate and impulsive stock trader. As the tale unfolds against the backdrop of a stoc...

Authors: Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850

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"Father Goriot" by Honoré de Balzac is a novel set in the early 19th century (specifically during the July Monarchy in France). The story revolves around the lives of the residents of a run-down boarding house known as the Maison Vauquer, particularly focusing on the titular character, Father Goriot, who sacrifices everything for his daughters, exp...

Authors: Wordsworth, William, 1770-1850

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"The Poetical Works of William Wordsworth — Volume 3 (of 8)" by William Wordsworth is a collection of poems written in the early 19th century. This volume showcases Wordsworth's exploration of themes such as nature, emotion, and human experience through a variety of poetic forms, including lyrical pieces and reflective stanzas. The collection inclu...