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Padre Sergij e altri racconti
C’è un principe che si fa monaco per sfuggire al mondo e scopre che il mondo lo ha seguito fin nell’oscurità della sua grotta. C’è un calzolaio povero che raccoglie un uomo nudo dalla neve e non sa ancora di aver aperto la porta a un angelo. C’è un viaggiatore che si ferma in un’ isba contadina e, tra una cena frugale e una stufa fumosa, parla di Dio con la semplicità di chi lo ha già ...
Nicola Magrin
Social legislation and social activity
Social Legislation and Social Activity is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution, principles, and impact of social legislation in modern society. Authored by John Graham Brooks, the book delves into the historical context and philosophical underpinnings of social reform, examining how laws and policies have been shaped to address the needs and challenges of industrialization, ...
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Soil and Water Pollution
Soil and Water Pollution is a comprehensive exploration of the causes, effects, and solutions related to the contamination of two of Earth’s most vital resources. Drawing on scientific research and practical examples, the book delves into the various pollutants that threaten soil and water quality, including industrial waste, agricultural chemicals, sewage, and urban runoff. It examines the ...
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Some Medical Aspects of Old Age: Being the Linacre lecture, 1922, St. John's college, Cambridge
Some Medical Aspects of Old Age: Being the Linacre Lecture, 1922, St. John's College, Cambridge is a seminal work by Sir George Henry Savage, a distinguished physician and authority on mental and physical health in later life. Delivered as the prestigious Linacre Lecture at St. John's College, Cambridge, in 1922, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of the physiological, psychological...
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Society for Superseding the Necessity of Climbing Boys, by Encouraging a New Method of Sweeping Chimneys: Twenty-First Report, May 1, 1837
Society for Superseding the Necessity of Climbing Boys, by Encouraging a New Method of Sweeping Chimneys: Twenty-First Report, May 1, 1837 is a significant historical document that chronicles the ongoing efforts of a pioneering British society dedicated to eradicating the cruel practice of employing young boys—known as climbing boys—to clean chimneys. This comprehensive report, published in ...
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Some Experiments Concerning Mercury
Some Experiments Concerning Mercury is a fascinating scientific treatise authored by John Mayow, first published in the late 17th century. This work stands as a significant contribution to early chemistry and the study of gases, particularly focusing on the properties and reactions of mercury. In this book, Mayow meticulously documents a series of experiments designed to explore the behavior ...
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Something about sugar
Something About Sugar by George M. Moffett is a comprehensive exploration of the sugar industry, tracing its profound impact on the economic, social, and political landscapes of the United States and the world. Published in 1917, the book delves into the fascinating journey of sugar from its early cultivation and trade to its pivotal role in shaping global commerce and colonial expansion. ...
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Sophisms of the Protectionists
Sophisms of the Protectionists by Frédéric Bastiat is a seminal work in the field of economic thought, first published in the mid-19th century. In this incisive and accessible book, Bastiat systematically dismantles the arguments used to justify protectionist economic policies, which advocate for tariffs, trade barriers, and government intervention to shield domestic industries from foreign ...
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Sounding the Ocean of Air: Being Six Lectures Delivered Before the Lowell Institute of Boston, in December 1898
Sounding the Ocean of Air: Being Six Lectures Delivered Before the Lowell Institute of Boston, in December 1898 by A. A. Michelson is a seminal work that explores the mysteries and scientific principles of the Earth's atmosphere. Delivered as a series of six lectures, this book offers a comprehensive and accessible examination of the physical properties, composition, and dynamic behaviors of ...
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LA REGINA DELL'ALBA: Romanzo storico di amore, profezia e tradimento nell'antico Egitto all'ombra delle piramidi. Una principessa ribelle, il figlio dell'usurpatore e un giuramento d'amore.
Il re che ha ucciso suo padre la vuole come sposa. L'uomo mandato a chiederla è suo figlio. Un Egitto spezzato in due. Nefra, erede dei faraoni di Tebe, cresce di nascosto tra sale sepolcrali e sacerdoti che sanno più di quel che dicono, protetta da una profezia sussurrata da due dee alla sua nascita. All'alba e al tramonto scala le piramidi: nel deserto la chiamano lo Spirito delle ...
Rider H. Rider
Sound
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50 Capolavori Da Leggere Prima Di Morire: Vol. 1
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Homer
Belli e dannati (Oscar classici moderni Vol. 216)
Belli e dannati è il ritratto di una coppia inquieta nei ruggenti anni Dieci: lei, Gloria Gilbert, bellissima rubacuori venuta dal Kansas nella Grande Mela, lui, Anthony Patch, giovane rampollo di una ricca famiglia che a venticinque anni si sente già stanco della vita. Sono giovani, belli e innocenti, ma l'alcol e l'avidità finiranno per dannarli. Lo stile di vita dei Patch è quello tipico ...
Francis Scott Fitzgerald
Ragione e sentimento: Ediz. integrale (Grandi classici)
IN OFFERTA LANCIO! Le protagoniste sono le due sorelle Dashwood, dai caratteri opposti: la prima rappresenta la ragione, mentre la seconda rappresenta il sentimento e la passione. Elinor è responsabile, razionale e riservata, ha una grande capacità critica e un forte senso pratico che la rendono una guida per la sua famiglia; Marianne è vivace e passionale, tanto che l’abbandono da parte ...
Jane Austen
Smoking and Drinking
Smoking and Drinking is a witty and insightful collection of essays by James Parton, first published in the 19th century. In this engaging work, Parton explores the social, cultural, and personal dimensions of two popular vices: tobacco and alcohol. With a blend of humor, anecdote, and keen observation, he delves into the history and evolution of smoking and drinking habits, examining their ...
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Six Lectures on Light: Delivered In The United States In 1872-1873
Six Lectures on Light Delivered In The United States In 1872-1873 by Sir John William Strutt, better known as Lord Rayleigh, is a seminal work in the field of physics, specifically focusing on the nature and properties of light. This book is a collection of six lectures delivered by the renowned physicist during his visit to the United States, where he sought to make the complex subject of ...
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Sketches from the history of medicine, ancient and modern: An oration delivered before the Hunterian Society
Sketches from the History of Medicine, Ancient and Modern: An Oration Delivered Before the Hunterian Society is a fascinating exploration of the evolution of medical science, tracing its journey from the earliest civilizations to the modern era. Delivered as an oration before the esteemed Hunterian Society, this work offers readers a sweeping overview of the milestones, personalities, and ...
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Sketch of the Analytical Engine: Invented by Charles Babbage, Esq.
Sketch of the Analytical Engine Invented by Charles Babbage, Esq. is a seminal work that offers a comprehensive and detailed account of one of the most groundbreaking inventions in the history of computing. Originally published in 1843, this book is a translation and extensive commentary by Ada Lovelace on Luigi Federico Menabrea’s description of Charles Babbage’s Analytical Engine. The ...
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Sketches in Crude-oil: Some accidents and incidents of the petroleum development in all parts of the globe
Sketches in Crude-oil: Some Accidents and Incidents of the Petroleum Development in All Parts of the Globe is a fascinating and comprehensive chronicle of the early days of the oil industry, written by John James McLaurin. This book offers readers a vivid and engaging account of the birth and rapid expansion of the petroleum industry, focusing on the people, places, and pivotal events that ...
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Uomini e topi
La storia di un'amicizia profonda tra due uomini, due braccianti stagionali in California che condividono un sogno. George Milton si occupa da sempre con ferma dolcezza di Lennie Small, un gigante con il cuore e la mente di un bambino. Il loro progetto, mentre vagano di ranch in ranch, è trovare un posto tutto per loro a Hill Country, dove la terra costa poco: un posto piccolo, giusto ...
John Steinbeck
Sonata a Kreutzer
Un uomo di nome Pozdnysev durante un viaggio in treno confessa a uno sconosciuto la propria colpa segreta. Ricorda di aver presentato alla moglie un avventuriero, gran seduttore e abile musicista, dando cosi inizio a un gioco che si rivelera tragicamente beffardo. Via via sempre piu sospettoso una sera, mentre la coppia esegue in perfetta sintonia la Sonata a Kreutzer di Beethoven, Pozdnysev ...
Lev Nikolaevic Tolstoj
Shell-shock and other neuropsychiatric problems
Shell-shock and Other Neuropsychiatric Problems is a comprehensive exploration of the psychological and neurological effects of war, particularly focusing on the phenomenon known as shell-shock, which emerged prominently during World War I. Authored by Elmer Ernest Southard and Mary C. Jarrett, this seminal work delves into the clinical, social, and medical aspects of neuropsychiatric ...
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