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1) Tom Thumb
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Long ago, in the merry days of good King Arthur, there lived a ploughman and his wife. They were very poor, but would have been contented and happy if only they could have had a little child. One day, having heard of the great fame of the magician Merlin, who was living at the Court of King Arthur, the wife persuaded her husband to go and tell him of their trouble. Having arrived at the Court, the man besought Merlin with tears in his eyes to give...
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There was once a man who had three sons, the youngest of whom was called the Simpleton. He was laughed at and despised and neglected on all occasions. Now it happened one day that the eldest son wanted to go into the forest, to hew wood, and his Mother gave him a beautiful cake to take with him, so that he might not suffer from hunger...
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Once upon a time there were Three Bears, who lived together in a house of their own, in a wood. One of them was a Little, Small, Wee Bear; and one was a Middle-sized Bear, and the other was a Great, Huge Bear. They had each a pot for their porridge; a little pot for the Little, Small, Wee Bear; and a middle-sized pot for the Middle Bear, and a great pot for the Great, Huge Bear. And they had each a chair to sit in; a little chair for the Little, Small,...
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The complete King James Version Bible including both Old and New Testament Books. In 1604, King James I of England authorized that a new translation of the Bible into English be started. It was finished in 1611, just 85 years after the first translation of the New Testament into English appeared. The King James Version, quickly became the standard for English-speaking Protestants. Its flowing language and prose rhythm has had a profound influence...
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The Old Testament consists of many distinct books written, compiled, and edited by various authors over a period of centuries. In 1604, King James I of England authorized that a new translation of the Bible into English be started. It was finished in 1611, just 85 years after the first translation of the New Testament into English appeared. The King James Version, quickly became the standard for English-speaking Protestants. Its flowing language and...
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This cookery book contains original recipes from the Pennsylvania Dutch people and their many home lands. A wonderful collection of many tasty dishes that have been handed down from mother to daughter for generations. Their cooking was truly a folk art requiring much intuitive knowledge. Many of the recipes have been made more exact and standardized providing us with a regional cookery we can all enjoy.
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The Four Seasons Cook Book offers complete recipe book for every single day of the year featuring original varied cuisine from all over the world. There is everything in this book from East India Fish to Bavarian Pear Pudding and Russian Pancakes. The book is divided into twelve months of the year giving you something new to try for every single day. Travel the world with this exciting collection of international recipes and enjoy delicious authentic...
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A cocktail mixing book covering all classic cocktails from absinthe based American Service to elegant brandy and champagne based cocktails such as Champagne Frappe or Bronx, followed by many exotic cocktails, traditional punches, whiskey, rum based drinks. Also included are recipes for non-alcoholic beef teas, eggnogs and many other all time favourites. The book includes bar measures conversion chart to help you master this exciting cocktail mixing...
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The American Cook Book will surprise you with many traditional American cookery secrets and provide you with an insight into the art of dressing fish, poultry, vegetables. The book contains many detailed instructions and recipes for making pastes, puffs, pies, tarts, custards and preserves.
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A collection of Charismas stories and tales from all over Europe featuring many wonderful festive memories including: A Bird in the Snow, A Christmas in the Forest, A Christmas Supper in the Marais, The Poet's Christmas Eve, The Torn Cloak and other tales perfect for the entire families gathering together for the festive season.
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This book will show you how the simplest foods such as fruits, vegetables, grains and herbs can be used to cure many common illnesses and disorders. This guide also contains strategies for healthy eating, fasting and dieting using simple tested methods and recipes. Discover the important medicinal properties of many simple foods and eat your way to health and happiness.
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The Healthy Life Cook Book features collections of traditional vegetarian food offering a complete guide to healthy eating. Unfermented bread, salads, casseroles, curries, gravies and sauces, egg dishes, pastry, puddings, cakes, jams, drinks, and even guides to unfired, raw food lifestyles and diets. In addition to recipes, the book features hints and tips on healthy food preparation and consumption. Complete weekly menus also included.
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A collection of Christian works written in the common Greek language of the first century, at different times by various writers, who were early disciples of Jesus. In 1604, King James I of England authorized that a new translation of the Bible into English be started. It was finished in 1611, just 85 years after the first translation of the New Testament into English appeared. The King James Version, quickly became the standard for English-speaking...
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A book of practical recipes of the Italian cuisine including all traditional Italian soups, pastas, risotto, many meat and vegetable dishes followed by pastries, sweets, frozen delicacies and syrups. The recipes have been made as clear and simple as possible to enjoy what Italians known as the art of eating well.
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This cookery book contains original Indian and South Asian recipes with a lot of attention given to preparation and selection of rice, traditional vegetable dishes, fish, meat and many methods and varieties of curry dishes, including both traditional Indian recipes and European varieties such as Vindaloo or Bindaloo. Entire chapters are dedicated to creams and sauces, and even pudding, jams and preserves as well as home-made liqueurs. The book also...
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The Devil's Dictionary (1906) is a work of satire by Ambrose Bierce. Although he is commonly remembered for his chilling short stories on the experiences of Civil War soldiers, Bierce was recognized in his day as a leading journalist and humorist who spent decades ruffling feathers and drawing laughter with his witty opinion columns, poems, and definitions. Toward the end of his career, he decided to compile these satirical definitions into a book,...
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Valentine and Proteus are devoted comrades ― until they travel to Milan and meet Silvia, the Duke's ravishing daughter. Torn between the bonds of friendship and the lure of romance, the two gentlemen are further bedeviled by Proteus's prior commitment to Julia, his hometown sweetheart, and the Duke's disdain for Valentine. Thus the stage is set for a comic spree involving a daring escape into a forest, capture by outlaws, and the antics of a clown...
20) Timon of Athens
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"Timon of Athens" was first, published in the "First Folio" in 1623 and was likely, written by William Shakespeare in 1605 or 1606. Often regarded as one of the more difficult of Shakespeare's plays to categorize, "Timon of Athens" blends elements of comedy with components of tragedy in Timon's allegorical downfall and death. The play depicts an Athenian man, Timon, who is popular and wealthy and who selflessly gives away his possessions to a large...