W H Davenport Adams: 11 books

Curiosities of Superstition and sketches of some Unrevealed Religions. Written by W. H. Davenport Adams. AUTHOR OF “HEROES OF THE CROSS,” ETC. William Henry Davenport Adams (W. H. Davenport Adams), was an English writer and journalist of the 19th century, notable for a number of his publications.

Interested in learning more about the religious rites, beliefs and practices of different cultures around the world? Check out W. H. Davenport Adams' Curiosities of Superstition. This important early work of comparative religious study highlights similarities and differences of sacred practices throughout history and around the globe.

Some Heroes of Travel By W. H. Davenport Adams

Curiosities of superstition, and sketches of some unrevealed religions by W.H. Davenport Adams.This book is about the religious rites,beliefs of different cultures around the world.

An engrossing history of Charles I (1600-1649), also known as the White King, and the age he lived in. His reign was punctuated by religious conflicts; he was later tried, convicted, and executed for high treason. The author examines Charles the First’s life, but also the culture of England at the time—including the era’s customs, manners, art, and literature.

An engrossing history of Charles I (1600-1649), also known as the White King, and the age he lived in. His reign was punctuated by religious conflicts; he was later tried, convicted, and executed for high treason. The author examines Charles the First’s life, but also the culture of England at the time—including the era’s customs, manners, art, and literature.

“WE should be inclined to consider Sir Marco Polo as one of the greatest travellers the world has ever seen. It is true he was not a man of genius; that he was not, like Columbus, inspired by a lofty enthusiasm; that he displayed no commanding superiority of character. But when we remember the vast...

Lighthouses and Lightships A Descriptive and Historical Account of Their Mode of Construction and Organization

It was not the author's purpose in this volume to attempt a general history of magic and alchemy, or a scientific inquiry into their psychological aspects. He confined himself to a sketch of their progress in England and to a narrative of the lives of our principal magicians. It is also devoted to...

Witch, Warlock, and Magician recounts the extraordinary history of testimonies and accounts of witchcraft in England and Scotland. The author presents account of several medieval magicians, such as Roger Bacon, John Dee and William Lilly and also gives a report of recorded cases of witchcraft and sorcery from middle ages to trials and prosecutions of witches in 17th century.

Finally available, a high quality book of the original classic edition of Curiosities of Superstition - And Sketches of Some Unrevealed Religions. It was previously published by other bona fide publishers, and is now, after many years, back in print. This is a new and freshly published edition...