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"The Complete Opera Book" is a comprehensive guide to all things opera by Gustav Gobbé. It offers an overview of opera by looking at the various schools and their origins, as well as the history of opera in general with reference to notable figures and works. This fascinating volume is ideal for opera lovers with an interest in the history, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collection of allied literature. Contents include: "Schools of Opera", "Opera Before Gluck", "Christoph Willibald Cluck, 1741-1787", "Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, 1756-1791", Ludwig van Beethoven, 1770-1827", "Cari Maria von Weber, 1786-1826", "Why Some Operas are Rarely Given", "From Weber to Wagner", "Richard Wagner", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

"How to Choose Vocations from the Hand" a vintage guide to palmistry, the belief that the future can be foretold by the study of the palm. It explores the various features of the hand, giving descriptions of the type of personality people are likely to have based on what features they have, and offering suggestions for their ideal jobs. This volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in palm reading and related subjects, and it is not to be missed by collectors vintage literature of this ilk. Contents include: "Thesis", "A Moment with the Author", "Explanation", "Identifying the Mount Types", "The Jupiterian Mount Type", "The Saturnian Mount Type", "The Apollonian Mount Type", "The Mercurian Mount Type", "The Martian Mount Type", "The Lunarian Mount Type", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on palmistry.

This enchanting tale from Lucy Maud Montgomery, author of Anne of Green Gables, follows the adventures of a young girl named Marigold Lesley, who lives with her family at their idyllic home, Cloud of Spruce, on Prince Edward Island.Marigold is a deeply imaginative and spirited child, whose world is filled with whimsical fantasies and magical adventures. Her life at Cloud of Spruce is anything but ordinary, especially with the presence of her eccentric playmate, Sylvia. They put their vivid imaginations together, creating a delightful fairy tale world.Originally published in 1929, Montgomery's storytelling is filled with beauty and magic. Dive into the world of Marigold and experience the timeless charm of Prince Edward Island through the eyes of a young girl whose spirit and imagination know no bounds.

This vintage book contains a treatise on smallpox, an infectious disease that was declared eradicated by the World Health Organization in 1980. The disease was caused by one of two virus variants, variola major and variola minor. Those who survived often had severe scarring on their skin and some were left blind. This volume describes in detail the early symptoms of small pox and provides information on its epidemiology and how to treat infected patients. Contents include: "The Disease", "Incubation", "Infection", "Early Symptoms", "Nursing and Treatment", "How Smallpox Spreads", "Vaccination", "The History of Smallpox", "The Present Epidemic", "Some Valuable Opinions in Favour of Vaccination", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

Contained within this volume is a detailed treatise on fresco painting, compiled from lectures given at the Society of British Artists between 1838 and 1840. Fresco refers to a technique of painting murals on newly wet lime plaster. With a history dating back to 30,000 BC, the mural is one of the most ancient art forms on the planet. The word refers to any piece of painted artwork on a ceiling, wall, or other permanent surface. Often, the physical features of the surface or architectural structure are used and incorporated into the artwork itself. This illustrated volume explores the fascinating history and evolution of mural and fresco painting, offering useful and practical information on producing them, materials, viable surfaces, and much more. Contents include: "On the Rise and Progress of Art Among the Greeks, and the Introduction of Fresco and Encaustic Painting", "On the Rise and Progress of Art Among the Italians, and of Fresco Painting in Particular", "On Fresco for Mural Decoration", "On Encaustic and Mural Decoration", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

"Chronic Disease - A Working Hypothesis" is a 1913 treatise by E. Bach and C. E. Wheeler on serious diseases of the body, with reference to actual cases and the experiences of esteemed doctors and surgeons of the time. This vintage volume will appeal to those with an interest in the history and development of modern medicine, and it would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "A Working Hypothesis-Introduction", "Diet and its Disabilities", "Bacterial Contents of the Faeces", "The Effect of Diet", "Clinical Results on Hypothesis", "Cancer and Intestinal Infections", "Work of the Medical Profession", "Diet", "Preparing Vaccines", "Analysis of Cases", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

First published in 1883, Joseph John Thomson's fascinating treatise explores the subject of 'vortex rings'. A vortex ring, also known as 'a toroidal vortex', is a torus-shaped vortex existing within a fluid or gas where the fluid spins along an imaginary axis line that creates a closed loop. Sir Joseph John Thomson (1856 - 1940) was an English physicist and Nobel Laureate in Physics. He is most famous for having discovered and identified the electron, and for discovering the first subatomic particle. He also proved that cathode rays were composed of electrons. In 1906, Thomson was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his contributions to the study of the conduction of electricity in gases. Contents include: "Momentum Of A System Of Circular Vortex Rings", "Moment Of Momentum Of The System", "Kinetic Energy Of The System", "Expression For The Kinetic Energy Of A Number Of Circular Vortex", "Rings Moving Inside A Closed Vessel", "Theory Of The Single Vortex Ring", "Expression For The Velocity Parallel To The Axis", "Due To An Approximately", "Circular Vortex Ring", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

"Social Rule - A Study of the Will to Power" is a fascinating treatise on society by Elsie C. Parsons, exploring in particular how power structures are created and operate within various different cultures around the world and in history. This volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in anthropology or sociology, and it is not to be missed by fans and collectors of Parson's seminal work. Contents include: "The Satisfaction - from The Social Categories", "Juniors", "Women", "Slaves And Servants", "Wage-Earners", "'Backward' Peoples", "Delinquents And Defectives", "The 'Lower' Animals", "The Dead", "The Good", "Self", "The Satisfaction from Science", etc. Elsie Worthington Clews Parsons (1875 - 1941) was an American sociologist, anthropologist, folklorist, and feminist. She was famous for studying Native American tribes including the Tewa and Hopi, as well as for helping found "The New School". She was elected the first female president of the American Anthropological Association (1941) just before her death. Other notable works by this author include: "The Social Organization of the Tewa of New Mexico" (1929), "Hopi and Zuni Ceremonialism" (1933), and "Pueblo Indian Religion" (1939). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

"The Most Beautiful Among the Children of Men" is a 1883 work by Abel Ram. It contains a number of 'meditations' related to the story of the life of Jesus Christ, which are in essence simplified descriptions of events together with invocations intended to aid in thought and prayer. Contents include: "The Annunciation", "The Visitation", "Bethlehem-Birth of Jesus", "Bethlehem-The Manger", "Gloria in Excelsis Deo", "The Infant God", "The Star in the East", "Adoration of the Magi", "Presentation in the Temple (I.)", "Presentation in the Temple (II.)", "Flight into Egypt", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

First published in 1914, "Fear and Conventionality" is a fascinating study of society's conventions, rules, and manners by Elsie Clews Parsons. It explores the very reasons why we have things such as hospitality and social etiquette, with reference to different cultures, history, and much more. Contents include: "On Not Talking to Strangers", "Travellers", "Hospitality: The Guest", "Hospitality: The Host", "Instructions and Disinfectant Rites", "Caste", "A Postscript on Chivalry", "Acquaintances", "Presents", "Calling", "Entering", "Between the Sexes", "Marriage", etc. Elsie Worthington Clews Parsons (1875 - 1941) was an American sociologist, anthropologist, folklorist, and feminist. She was famous for studying Native American tribes including the Tewa and Hopi, as well as for helping found "The New School". She was elected the first female president of the American Anthropological Association (1941) just before her death. Other notable works by this author include: "The Social Organization of the Tewa of New Mexico" (1929), "Hopi and Zuni Ceremonialism" (1933), and "Pueblo Indian Religion" (1939). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

This vintage book contains a collection of essays written by Edward McCurdy. The essays are all based on medieval Greece, offering interesting historical information and wonderful descriptions of society with special reference to the art and beauty characteristic of the place and period. This charming volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in Greek history and culture, and it would make for a worthy addition to any bookshelf. Contents include: "Roses Of Paestum", "The Vita Nuova", "Palmers, Pilgrims, And Romers", "Vision And Memory", "Undiscovered Islands", "Deo Sou Invicto", "The Horns Of Elfland", and "Ros Rosarum". Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.

This classic verse was written by Charles Williams (1886-1945), a British theologian, playwright, novelist and poet. His works mythically explore the theological themes of spirituality and Christian symbolism. As a member of the 'Inklings' literary group at Oxford, his work supported a strong sense of narrative. For Williams, spiritual exchanges were an undercurrent to life, and his Christian fantasy writing, such as 'Descent into Hell' (1937), earned him many followers. This classic work is now being republished in a new modern edition with a specially commissioned introductory biography.

This play was written by Charles Williams (1886-1945), a British theologian, playwright, novelist and poet. His works mythically explore the theological themes of spirituality and Christian symbolism. As a member of the 'Inklings' literary group at Oxford, his work supported a strong sense of narrative. For Williams, spiritual exchanges were an undercurrent to life, and his Christian fantasy writing, such as 'Descent into Hell' (1937), earned him many followers. This classic work is now being republished in a new modern edition with a specially commissioned introductory biography.

'Witchcraft' (1941) is a work of theological commentary by Charles Williams on the history of what he refers to as "that perverted way of the soul which we call magic". Charles Williams (1886-1945) was a British theologian, playwright, novelist and poet. As a member of the 'Inklings' literary group at Oxford, his work supported a strong sense of narrative. For Williams, spiritual exchanges were an undercurrent to life, and his Christian fantasy writing, such as 'Descent into Hell' (1937), earned him many followers. This classic work is now being republished in a new modern edition with a specially commissioned introductory biography.

'Three Plays' was written by Charles Williams (1886-1945), a British theologian, playwright, novelist and poet. His works mythically explore the theological themes of spirituality and Christian symbolism. As a member of the 'Inklings' literary group at Oxford, his work supported a strong sense of narrative. For Williams, spiritual exchanges were an undercurrent to life, and his Christian fantasy writing, such as 'Descent into Hell' (1937), earned him many followers. This classic work is now being republished in a new modern edition with a specially commissioned introductory biography.