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George Wharton James

    The Story of Scraggles
    The Wonders of the Colorado Desert, of II; Volume II
    Poetry And Symbolism Of Indian Basketry
    Delight and Power in Speech;
    The Indians of the Painted Desert Region: Hopis, Navahoes, Wallapais, Havasupais
    Syllabus of a course of lectures on California literature and its spirit
    • 2023

      Delight and Power in Speech;

      • 772 pages
      • 28 hours of reading

      This book is a compilation of scenes, monologues, and speeches from classical and modern plays that showcase the power, beauty, and versatility of spoken language. The editor, Leonard G. Nattkemper, was an American linguist and educator who curated the material to offer a wide range of genres, styles, and themes that would appeal to different tastes and levels of expertise. The book includes selections from Shakespeare, Moliere, Ibsen, Schiller, Shaw, O'Neill, and many other renowned playwrights, as well as guidelines and exercises for readers to improve their interpretation, articulation, and expression. The book is a must-have for actors, students of drama, or anyone who loves the art of rhetoric.

      Delight and Power in Speech;
    • 2023

      Quit Your Worrying!

      • 170 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      A self-help guide to overcoming anxiety and worry, authored by a prominent American lecturer and writer.

      Quit Your Worrying!
    • 2023

      The California Birthday Book

      • 274 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Originally published in 1910, this book includes stories, poetry, and illustrations by various California authors and artists. Topics include California's history, nature, and culture.

      The California Birthday Book
    • 2023

      This book tells the fascinating story of Captain, a horse who became famous in the late 19th century due to his remarkable abilities. Through careful experimentation and training, Captain was taught to perform complex tasks that were previously thought to be the exclusive domain of humans. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of animal cognition and intelligence.

      The Story of Captain: The Horse With The Human Brain
    • 2022

      This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

      The Wonders of the Colorado Desert, of II; Volume II
    • 2022
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