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A Shropshire Lad by A. E. Housman
Authors: Housman, A. E. (Alfred Edward), 1859-1936
In Economics
"A Shropshire Lad" by A. E. Housman is a collection of 63 poems published in 1896. Set in a half-imaginary pastoral Shropshire, these verses explore the fleeting nature of youth, love, and life itself. Soldiers march to early graves, young men face heartbreak and loss, and spring's beauty masks mortality's shadow. The poems resonated deeply with ge...
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Arabische Nächte : Erzählungen aus Tausend und eine Nacht by Edmund Dulac
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In Productivity
"Arabische Nächte: Erzählungen aus Tausend und eine Nacht" by Edmund Dulac is a collection of short stories, likely written or compiled in the early 20th century. This work adapts and retells classic tales from the legendary Middle Eastern anthology known as "One Thousand and One Nights". The stories revolve around exotic adventures, magical beings...
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Anzeiger des Germanischen Nationalmuseums, Jahrgang 1901 by Various
Authors: Various
In Economics
"Anzeiger des Germanischen Nationalmuseums, Jahrgang 1901" by Various is a historical publication, presumably from the early 20th century. This work documents the activities, contributions, and exhibitions of the Germanic National Museum, showcasing various artifacts and historical research relevant to Germanic culture and heritage. It serves as an...
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Der wilde Garten : Roman by Grete von Urbanitzky
Authors: Urbanitzky, Grete von, 1891-1974
In Productivity
"Der wilde Garten" by Grete von Urbanitzky is a novel written in the early 20th century. It follows the devoted teacher Fräulein Dr. Hanna Südekum as she tries to guide adolescent girls—especially Gertrud—through awakening, rebellion, and the constraints and blind spots of adult society while confronting her own loneliness. Parallel strands with a ...
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Historic Handbook of the Northern Tour by Francis Parkman
Authors: Parkman, Francis, 1823-1893
In Leadership
"Historic Handbook of the Northern Tour" by Francis Parkman is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work presents a collection of narratives detailing significant events from colonial history linked to tourist attractions in Canada and the northern United States, focusing on places such as Lakes George and Champlain, Niagara, ...
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Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen by H. C. Andersen
Authors: Andersen, H. C. (Hans Christian), 1805-1875
In Business
"Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen" by H. C. Andersen is a collection of enchanting stories written in the early 19th century. This compilation includes beloved tales such as "The Little Mermaid," "The Ugly Duckling," and "The Princess and the Pea," among many others. Andersen's fairy tales often explore themes of love, sacrifice, and transfor...
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En ballon! Pendant le siege de Paris by Gaston Tissandier
Authors: Tissandier, Gaston, 1843-1899
In Leadership
"En ballon! Pendant le siège de Paris" by Gaston Tissandier is a historical account likely written during the late 19th century, specifically in the context of the Franco-Prussian War and the Siege of Paris. The narrative revolves around the innovative use of balloons as a means of communication and transportation during a time of crisis, highlight...
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Bookbinding, and the Care of Books by Douglas Cockerell
Authors: Cockerell, Douglas, 1870-1945
In Economics
"Bookbinding, and the Care of Books" by Douglas Cockerell is a technical handbook written in the early 20th century. This manual is aimed at both amateur bookbinders and librarians, providing them with practical guidance on the art and craft of bookbinding along with the necessary care for books. It covers various aspects of the bookbinding process...
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Jésus by Henri Barbusse
Authors: Barbusse, Henri, 1873-1935
In Productivity
"Jésus" by Henri Barbusse is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores the life and teachings of Jesus through a deeply introspective and poetic lens, capturing his formative years, relationships, and struggles as he navigates the complexities of human existence. The themes of truth, faith, and the human experience are inter...