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This book of hours details the lives of the townspeople of Berry for the Duke to go over every month. The illustrations show the work and hardship that the peoples life entails each month. A book of hours is usally used to guide the owners prayer for…

This book takes a very detailed look at the animal kingdom. Each page you will typically find a collection of photographs, mostly black and white with the occasional colored pictured, that accompany the text. The text provides descriptions of all…

A collection of poems by Robert Burns, including some not published prior to this collection. Includes a chronology of Burns's life. Approximately 650 pages of poems and writings, as well as 30 accompanying illustrations and photos related to Burns's…

The book is a study of Egypt by traveling up the Nile River. The author recounts their travels in Egypt with descriptions of cities and buildings along with illustrations. It also provides explanations of the history and culture of Egypt.

It is a guidebook to help young ladies become a worthy members of Society. The book is meant to be used by teachers and their pupils. It teaches young women how to keep an attractive appearance, take care and make clothes, and how to maintain a house…

This book is a vivid exploration of Earth’s prehistoric past. Blending science with imagination, it traces the planet’s evolution from its earliest days to the rise of humans. Figuier brings ancient worlds to life through detailed illustrations…

Collection of stories surrounding various women from history, with the goal of educating women to morality. Individuals are sorted by themes, such as Religion, Filial Duties, Fortitude, On the Proper Employment of Time, and Humanity Contrasted with…

This book studies the life, habitat, and behavior of the Amphibious Carnivora, more commonly known as seals. The various sections include detailed drawings of these marine animals, as well as the occasional skeletal sketch of their anatomy.…

A 7th edition anthology of German poems about love and friendship. Poems include respective illustrations detailing their contents and discuss themes such as love and companionship.

A novel that follows the life of a family in Wakefield narrated by the vicar of the town. He writes of the troubles his family endures such as financial hardship and his own imprisonment. By the end of the book everything turns out alright.