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The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Deposition to Eberswalde ; Vol. 4, Part 1 has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.

For countless millennia humans have read the future in the night sky and seen the effects of celestial movement here on Earth, this was astrology, the very first attempt to understand the stars and planets. In a very short amount of time mankind has come from the practice of astrology through the work of countless great men and women to the fully fledged scientific study of astronomy and cosmology. This book follows the train of thought and discovery taken by a few people. Including biographies of Ptolemy and Copernicus.

This collection of informative essays are a fascinating examination of Malaysian folklore.Detailing the history of spiritualism in Malaysia and the Malaysian peninsula, these essays explore a variety of cultures and examine the differences and commonalities of various tribes and indigenous peoples from the islands and jungles.

This book is an anthology with contributors from around the world, highly respected handwriting analysts and psychologists who bring their years of experience to the page. Essays include personal stories and deep psychology with many illustrations.

Ghosts are the true immortals, and the dead grow more alive all the time. Wraiths have a greater vitality to-day than ever before. They are far more numerous than at any time in the past, and people are more interested in them. There are persons that claim to be acquainted with specific spirits, to speak with them, to carry on correspondence with them, and even some who insist that they are private secretaries to the dead. Others of us mortals, more reserved, are content to keep such distance as we may from even the shadow of a shade.

The Newcastle Song Book; or, Tyne-Side Songster; Being a Collection of Comic and Satirical Songs, Descriptive of Eccentric Characters, and the Manners and Customs of a Portion of the Labouring Population of Newcastle and the Neighbourhood has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.

Conceive the joy of a lover of nature who, leaving the art galleries, wanders out among the trees and wild flowers and birds that the pictures of the galleries have sentimentalised. It is some such joy that the man who truly loves the noblest in letters feels when tasting for the first time the simple delights of Russian literature. French and English and German authors, too, occasionally, offer works of lofty, simple naturalness; but the very keynote to the whole of Russian literature is simplicity, naturalness, veraciousness.

100 Christmas gifts and decorations that are quick and easy to make and perfect for crafters of all abilities. Christmas is a wonderful time of year for crafting! From imaginative handmade gifts to stunning, reusable decorations, this book contains 100 fabulous quick and easy makes for the festive season. All the projects have been carefully selected from Search Press's best-selling 20 to Make series and are simple enough for beginners as well as seasoned crafters. There's something for everyone in this book, including knitting, crochet, papercraft, sewing, sugarcraft, cross stitch, polymer clay and needlepoint. Each craft has a handy techniques section to get you started, followed by a range of quick projects that include embroidered snowflake bunting, papercut Christmas cards, knitted Santa and Rudolph finger puppets, crocheted stars and a sugar snowman. All the projects are made using tools and materials that are easy to source and provide all the inspiration you need to make Christmas extra special. This title is an updated edition of Quick and Easy Christmas, 2020, with 50 new projects to choose from.

This volume features a series of historical and informative publications delving into the dark and mysterious subject of demonology.Intended to guide readers in the historical context of demonology and the myths surrounding the subject, this volume is an illustrative resource of information and knowledge.Featured articles in 'Demonology' include:- 'Obsession and Possession of the Devil' by Augustine Calmet- 'Demons' by Charles Wyllys Elliott- 'Spiritualism and Demonology' by Rev. A. B. Morrison

A comprehensive guide to the main varieties of birthstones, including their properties and structure.This volume features extracts from eight historical articles on the subjects of gemology and crystallography. This illustrative guide to birthstones is an ideal read for those who are interested in learning more about their spiritual connection to the natural world. Featured extracts taken from the following articles:- 'Gems and Gem Materials' Edward Henry Kraus- 'The Natural History of Gems - Or, Decorative Stones' C. W. King- 'Diamonds and Precious Stones - Their History, Value and Distinguishing Characteristics' Harry Emanuel- 'A Manual of Precious Stones and Antique Gems' Hodder M Westropp- 'Precious Stones and Gems - Their History, Sources and Characteristics' Edwin W. Streeter- 'Gem Testing' B W Anderso- 'A Hand-Book of Precious Stones' M. D. Rothschild- 'Gem Stones and Their Distinctive Characters' G. F. Herbert Smith

An eclectic volume on the history of the supernatural in Britain and Ireland. Illustrating detailed aspects of mysticism and sorcery, this volume is a carefully curated collection of articles containing information on demons, witches, and spirits in the history of the British Isles and Ireland. The contents of this volume feature:- Elizabethan Demonology: Thomas Alfred Spalding- Scottish Demonology and Witchcraft- The Spirit World of Wales- Irish Witchcraft and Demonology: St. John D. Seymour

This compact volume is a wealth of knowledge on Neapolitan witchcraft, with a primary focus on the folklore behind the Cimaruta. Delve into the mysticism of rural Southern Italy in the early 1900s and explore the many traditional superstitions and beliefs of Naples. This fascinating collection of notes features an oral transcript between the author and a practising witch. A perfect read for those who wish to learn more about the Italian folk amulet, the Cimaruta, which is worn to ward off the evil eye's curse.