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Collection of tales of indeterminate origin, remembered for the first story, a doozy of the Victorian imagination. Wagering as to whether the author was really British goes off 3-1 against, but the volume earned a couple stars on Amazon.

The Ancients of the 20th Century, with their Ten Days' War, had left the western country a bleak, radioactive desolation through which the Princess Yolande had led her hill people for years, in search of the fabled Tri-Cities of the Imperials. The Princess dared not lose herself in the arms of any...

Man makes the biggest mistake of his life, trapping himself into a sexless marriage. Quick divorce follows, and the beautiful, sensual Amanda swoops in. But she's got a past that neither can escape.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Herein are a collection of children’s stories from the East are a collection of Hindu and Buddhist tales, which are a marked change from our normal diet of Western folklore. In this volume you will find 30 children’s which have their roots in the life giving waters of the Brahmaputra and Ganges...

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

Et si le mur de Berlin n'était pas tombé? L'hypothèse uchronique est vertigineuse. Qui peut dire à quoi ressembleraient les cartes dans nos atlas? À quoi ressembleraient nos vies? Nos guerres? Nos idéaux? À quoi ressemblerait Internet? Les crabes royaux parleraient peut-être russe au Kamchatka,...

Probably first published in 1888, this astonishing book is one of the curiosities of Victorian literature. Outwardly, it is a collection of stories and verse about flagellation. Where it differs from similar books of the period is that it contains unsigned verses by Swinburne.

A Series of Remarkable Instances of Whipping Inflicted on Both Sexes, with Curious Anecdotes of Ladies Fond of Administering Rich Discipline.

Three fortunate young sailors on leave in Japan are the guests of a virile and generous merchant. On offer is the kind of sensual entertainment traditionally enjoyed by the sophisticated palates of the East; dancing girls and geishas, actresses and musicians, all skilled in the erotic arts and dedicated to just one end-the ultimate satisfaction of their masters...

This vintage book is a brief outline of the basic figures of the waltz, foxtrot, quickstep, tango, rumba, and samba. It was originally intended to aid those wishing to pass the Official Board of Ballroom Dancing test to achieve a bronze medal. “Ballroom Dancing To Bronze Medal Standard” is ideal...

THESE 24 Iroquois legends and stories have been told in the homes of the Iroquois for many centuries; long before the white man arrived on the North American continent. The perusal and study of these stories will, it is believed, give as much pleasure to the reader, as they have given the compiler....

“Children and Misses Garments” is a classic guide to tailoring and dressmaking, focusing on producing clothes for women and young girls. With charming illustrations and simple, step-by-step instructions, this wonderful volume will appeal to anyone with an interest in making authentic vintage clothing....

This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to knitting men's waistcoats. With designs in different styles and sizes, there is something to suit every taste and occasion. Highly-accessible and full of handy tips, this volume is perfect for the novice, and would make for a fantastic addition to...