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Tales of tiviotdale Told by Malcolm the monk of Melross to Edward I. of England and his train, at the siege of Roxburgh. Including the shiry of the Hermit of Hieldon, and the Maid of Palestine. By Malcolm Macleod, D.D. the Friar of Hexham and the Nun of Dunholm.
Macleod, Malcolm, D.D.Date: [1798?]- Books
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The whole life and character of Jane Shore. Being a full account of her birth, parentage, education, conversation, marriage, rise, amours with King Edward the Fourth, Disgrace, and Penance at St. Paul's Cathedral, and her miserable Fall and Death; set forth from the best historians, especially the famous Sir Thomas More, Kt. Lord High Chancellor of England. which is now acted at both the Queen's Theatre, in Drury-Lane and the Hay-Market.
Date: [1713?]- Books
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Religio medici: or the religion of a physician. By Sir Tho. Browne, Knt. M.D. The eleventh edition corrected and amended. With notes and annotations, never before published, upon all the obscure passages therein. To which is added, The life of the author, and Sir Kenelm Digby's observations. 1. The Author (tho' a Physician) professes Christianity, without Hatred to any other Religion. 2. A particular Description of the Religion he professes. 3. His Reasons for not professing the Romish Religion. 4. Of the Church of England and indifferent Things, for which no body ought to be blamed for dissenting. 5. In what Manner we ought to dispute and resolve on doubtful Matters. 6. The Author accused of three different Heresies. 7. Of Mysteries and Faith. 8. Of God, and his Attributes; Eternity and Predestination. 9. Of the Trinity, Divine Wisdom, and Creation of the World. 10. Of the Nature of God, Divine Providence, and Fortune. 11. Of Atheism, and the Devil's Subtilty to seduce Mankind to it. 12. Whether the Deluge was universal? How wild Beasts came into America? 13. Of the Holy Scriptures, Alcoran, and the too great Number of Books. 14. If Jews and Christians shall not make one Flock. All are not Martyrs that die for Religion. 15. Of Miracles, Reliques, Oracles, Ghosts, Magicians, Natural Magicle, good and evil Genius. 16. Of the Soul, and its Place of Residence at the End of the World. 17. Of Men-Eaters, Apparitions, Phantoms, &c. 18. Of Death, the Author not afraid, but asham'd of it. 19. Of old Age; no Reason to be given why one Man lives longer than another. 20. Of Suicide, the End of the World. Resurrection, Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory. 21. That there is no material Fire in Hell; and we ought not to be afraid to hear Hell spoke of. 22. Of God's Goodness, and if there is any Salvation without Christ. 23. Of the Heathen Philosophers; the Church of God should not be confined to Europe alone. 24. Of the Number of Elect, Degrees of Glory among the Saints, and Salvation by Faith. 25. Of Good-Will to the Poor, Beggars may know a charitable Person by his Countenance. 26. Of Marriage, Beauty, Musick, Conversation, Sleep, Dreams, &c. With many other curious Subjects, for which the Reader is referr'd to the Table of Contents.
Browne, Thomas, Sir, 1605-1682.Date: 1738- Books
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The Universal politician and periodical reporter of the most interesting occurrences which happen throughout the world.
Date: [1796]- Books
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Lately published, (beautifully printed on a fine Dutch paper, in nine volumes, octavo,) A complete collection of the debates in the Parliament of England, (both Lords and Commons) from the year 1668 to the year 1731 inclusive. Also, the Lords Protests, and the Debates in the Parliament of Scotland upon the Union. With exact Lists of the several Parliaments, of the Voters Pro and Con, and the Numbers upon the Division in each remarkable Debate. The remaining Volumes are now in the Press, from the Year 1731 to the present Time. With complete Indexes to the whole. Dublin printed, London, reprinted, with considerable improvements. And sold by John Torbuck in Clare-Court, Drury-Lane.
Torbuck, John, Bookseller.Date: 1741]- Books
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A philosophical enquiry into the late severe winter, the scarcity and dearness of provisions, and The Occasion of the Distemper raging in several remote Parts of England: with letters from many eminent physicians in the Country to those in Town: And Remarks Physical and Curious. Published for the Information and Advantage of the People of Great Britain. By Richard Bradley, Professor of Botany in the University of Cambridge, and F. R. S.
Bradley, Richard, 1688-1732.Date: 1729- Books
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Historic proof of the doctrinal Calvinism of the Church of England. Including a brief account of eminent persons, before and since the Reformation; More Especially, Of Our English Reformers, Martyrs, Prelates, Universities, &c. With Specimens of their Testimonies. Also a review of the rise and progress of Arminianism in England, Under the Patronage of Archbishop Laud. By Augustus Toplady, A. B. Late Vicar of Broad-Hembury, Devonshire.
Toplady, Augustus, 1740-1778.Date: 1793- Books
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A genuine and most impartial narration of the glorious victory obtained, by Her Majesty's navy, Under the Conduct of Charles Lord Howard of Effingham, Lord High-Admiral of England, over the falsely-stiled Invincible Armada of Spain, A. D. 1588. Translated from the Italian, written by Petruccio Ubaldino, Citizen of Florence, and Inscribed to the High-Admiral, by A. Ryther. Illustrated with a useful Postscript. To which are annexed, by Way of Appendix, I. Original Letters, with other Curious Papers, relating to this ever-memorable Event. II. A choice Narrative of the notable Exploit of Part of the English Fleet against a Squadron of Spanish Galeons, in 1656. III. Descriptions of Puerto Bello and the Island Cuba. IV. Authentic Accounts of Puerto Bello's being taken by Capt. H. Morgan, in 1669; and by V. A. Vernon, in 1739: With a Plan of that City, its Harbour, late Fortifications, &c. As also of Cartagena and Havana.
Ubaldini, Petruccio, 1524?-1600?.Date: [1740]- Books
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A collection of English words not generally used. With their significations and original, in two alphabetical catalogues. The one Of such as are proper to the Northern, the other to the Southern Counties. With An Account of the preparing and refining such Metals and Minerals as are gotten in England. The third edition, augmented with many hundreds of words, Observations, Letters, &c. By John Ray, F. R. S.
Ray, John, 1627-1705.Date: M.DCC.XXXVII. [1737]- Books
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The illuminator, or Looking-Glass of the Times; being a selection of wonderful Predictions and Prophecies, Past, Present, and to Come, from the following distinguished persons, viz. John Maximilian Daut Peter Jurien John Tillinghast Dr. John Hervey Baron Swedenbourg Bishop Newton Dr. Goldsmith Dr. Smollett Mr. Love John Lacy, &c. &c. &c. When we consider that those recent Events, the French Revolution, and the Overthrow of the Pope's Authority, are foretold by those eminent Persons a Century ago, we cannot but assent to such of their Predictions which are not yet accomplished, but which the present. Period seems ready to disclose, and which will astonish the whole World. To which is added, A recent Prediction of a celebrated Preacher, Who shews the Destruction of Mahomedism and Idolatry, and the Restoration of the Jews, or their Return to Jerusalem: how Divine Providence will affect this, and bring about the glorious Millenium: and that England will be preserved from the threatening Storm. Addressed to all Descriptions of People.
Date: [1797]- Books
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The biographical and martyrological dictionary: containing the lives, sufferings, and deaths, of the most eminent martyrs and confessors of Christ, From The Earliest Ages Of At The World To The Present Time. Extracted From The scriptures of the Old and New Test Aments, Acts and Monuments, and the Works of the most eminent Writers in several Languages, both ancient and modern, who have made this important Part of History their Study. Including the Life, Sufferings, and Martyrdom [of] our blessed Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, ... the Martyrdoms of the Apostles, Evangelists, and other Primitive Christians; The History of some of the most eminent Martyrs and confessions during The Ten Great Persecutions Under The Roman Emperors; Persecutions in Asia and Europe under the Arians. - ... of the Witnesses under Popery, ... the Persecutions in ... and Flanders; the Martyrdoms of Italy; and the ... Barbarities practised by the Inquisition of Spain and ... The History of the Spanish. Invasion,-of the Gun-Powder Plot,-of the Fire of London,-of the Conspiracy in 1668,-of the barbarous Murder of Sir Edmonbury Godirey, and the Design of Parkins, Friend, and Fenwick, for the Re-Establishment of Popery and the Extirpation of the Protestant Religion,-of the Cruelties committed by Judge Jefferies in the West of England,-And of the Persecution against the People called Quakers:-An accurate Account of the Martyrdoms of Scotland, especially under the inauspicious Reigns of Mary, Charles II. and James VI. - And a distinct Narrative of the bloody Massacre of Ireland with a particular Relation of the Cruelties exercised by the Papists in consequence of that detestable Tragedy. - With many other Articles too numerous to be particularized. Forming At Once Complete Biographical Dictionary of Martyrs and Confessors, Upon a more useful and methodical Plan than any that have hitherto appeared. To the whole is annexed, a general index, A General Index, By the Help of which the Reader may turn up any particular Article at Pleasure. By a clergyman and others.
Clergyman and others.Date: M.DCC.XC. [1790]- Books
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The civil and military articles of Limerick, exactly printed from the Letters Patents. Wherein they are ratified and exemplified by their Majesties, under the Great Seal of England. Reprinted from a copy published by authority in 1692.
Ireland. Sovereign (1689-1694 : William and Mary)Date: M.DCC.XXIX. [1729]- Books
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The life and surprizing adventures of James Wyatt. Containing, I. His entering himself Trumpeter on board the Revenge Privateer, Capt. James Wimble, May 29, 1741. II. An Account of their Cruize; and of his being taken Prisoner by the Spaniards; with his wonderful Deliverance from Death. III. The Manner of his escaping from the Spaniards, with Capt. Robert Winter, and five others. IV. How they were drove by contrary Winds on the Coast of Barbary; where they were taken Prisoners by the Moors, and the Hardships they endur'd among the Infidels. Also an Account of the Religion of the Moors; and of Mahomet, the Founder thereof. - V. The Customs, Ceremonies, Manners and Diversions of the Mahometans: Together with an Account of the Curiosities in Africa; and of the Trade between the Europeans and Africans, on the Gold, Slave; and Ivory Coasts. With the Manner of his Deliverance, and his Arrival safe in England after various Vicissitudes of Fortune. Written by himself. Adorn'd with copper plates.
Wyatt, James, 1707-Date: 1755- Books
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An accurate description of Cape Breton, with respect to its situation, soil, climate, Ports, Harbours, Forces, and Productions both natural and artificial. The political Reasons, that induced the French Ministry to settle and fortify it. From all which may be seen, its great Importance to France, but of how much greater it might have been to England. With a Circumstantial Account of the Taking and Surrendering of the City and Garrison by the New-England Forces, &c. commanded by General Pepperell in 1745. A Work, especially at this critical Juncture, the more interesting, as the French seem to be ardently desirous of dispossessing us of Nova Scotia also. Illustrated with an exact map of the island, and a plan of the city and port of Louisbourg, taken from an actual Survey, and References to the Journal of the Siege. To which are added notes and observations by a gentleman, who resided there several years. Most humbly inscribed to the Hon. Edward Boscawen, Esq;
Date: 1755- Books
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At the Theatre Royal in Drury-Lane, On Wednesday next, March 6, 1782, Will be performed Samson. An oratorio. Set to Music by Mr Handel. The Principal Vocal Parts by Miss Linley, Miss Draper, and Miss Prudom. Mr. Norris, and Mr. Reinhold. First Violin by Mr. Richards. End of the First Part, a Concerto on the Organ, By Mr. Stanley. End of the Second Part, a Concerto on the Bassoon, By Mr. Schwartz, One of the Chamber Musicians to the Margrave of Anspach. (being the 2d Time of his performing in Public in England.) - Tickets to be had, and Places for the Boxes to be taken of Mr. Fosbrook, at the Stage-Door of the Theatre, at Half a Guinea each. Pit 5s. First Gallery 3s. 6d. Second Gallery 2s. The Doors will be opened at Half after Five O'Clock, To begin at Half after Six. Vivant Rex & Regina.
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By command of Their Majesties. At the Theatre Royal in Drury-Lane, To-Morrow, Friday, March 1, 1782, Will be performed Alexander's Feast. To which will be added The Coronation Anthems. Set to Music by Mr. Handel. The Principal Vocal Parts by Miss Linley, Miss Draper, and Miss Prudom. Mr. Norris, and Mr. Reinhold. First Violin by Mr. Richards. End of the First Part, a Concerto on the Violoncello, By Mr. Crosdill. End of the Second Part, a Concerto on the Bassoon, By Mr. Schwartz, One of the Chamber Musicians to the Margrave of Anspach, (being the first Time of his performing in Public in England.) - Tickets to be had, and Places for the Boxes to be taken of Mr. Fosbrook, at the Stage-Door of the Theatre, at Half a Guinea each. Pit 5s. First Gallery 3s. 6d. Second Gallery 2s. The Doors will be opened at Half an Hour after Five O'Clock, To begin at Half an Hour after Six. Vivant Rex & Regina.
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane (London, England)Date: 1782]- Books
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The english physician enlarged with three hundred and sixty-nine medicines, made of English herbs, that were not in any impression until this. Being an astrologo-physical discourse of the vulgar herbs of this nation, containing a complete Method of Physic, whereby a Man may preserve his Body in Health, or cure himself, being Sick, for Three-Pence Charge, with such Things only as grow in England, they being most fit for English Bodies. Herein is also shewed, 1. The Way of making Plaisters, Ointments, Oils, Poultices, Syrups, Decoctions, Juleps, or Waters of all Sorts of Physical Herbs, that you may have them ready for your Use at all Times of the Year -2. What Planet governeth every Herb or Tree (used in Physic) that groweth in England. 3. The Time of gathering all Herbs, both Vulgarly and Astrologically. - 4. The Way of drying and keeping the Herbs all the Year. - 5. The Way of keeping their Juice ready for Use at all Times. - 6. The Way of making and keeping all Kinds of useful Compounds made of Herbs. - 7. The Way of mixing Medicines according to the Cause and Mixture of the Disease and Part of the Body afflicted. By Nich. Culpepper, Gent. Student in Physic and Astrology.
Culpeper, Nicholas, 1616-1654.Date: [1790?]- Books
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A collection of Welch travels, and memoirs of Wales. Containing I. The Briton describ'd, or, a journey thro' Wales: being a pleasant relation of D-n S-t's journey to that ancient kingdom, and remarkable passages that occur'd on the way. Also many choice observations, and notable commemorations, concerning the state and condition, the nature, humours, manners, customs, and mighty actions, of that country and people. II. A trip to North-Wales, by a barrister of the Temple. III. A funeral sermon, preach'd by the parson of Langwillin. IV. The Welch school-master, by Dr. K--g. V. Muscipula; or the Welch mouse-trap, a poem, in Latin and English. The whole collected by J. T. a mighty lover of Welch travels.
Date: [1742]- Books
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A collection of Welsh travels, and memoirs of Wales. Containing I. The Briton describ'd, or a journey thro' Wales: being a pleasant relation of D-n S-t's journey to that ancient Kingdom, and remarkable Passages that occur'd on the Way. Also many choice Observations, and notable Commemorations, concerning the State and Condition, the Nature, Humours, Manners, Customs, and mighty Actions, of that Country and People. II. A trip to North-Wales, by a Barrister of the Temple. III. A funeral sermon, preach'd by the Parson of Langwillin. IV. Muscipula; or the Welsh mouse-trap, a poem. The whole collected by J. T. a mighty Lover of Welsh Travels.
Date: [1740?]- Books
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The lottery pamphlet, or the wheel of fortune laid open to the public; or, thoughts on state lotteries: to which is added, the history of the public funds of England.
Date: MDCCLXXVI. [1776]- Pictures
Dion Boucicault. Colour lithograph by L. Ward (Spy), 1882.
Ward, Leslie, Sir, 1851-1922.Date: Decr. 16 1882Reference: 820676iPart of: Vanity fair (London, England : 1868)- Pictures
Jean de Reszke. Colour lithograph by L. Ward (Spy), 1891.
Ward, Leslie, Sir, 1851-1922.Date: August 8 1891Reference: 820997iPart of: Vanity fair (London, England : 1868)- Books
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A compleat collection of English proverbs; also the most celebrated proverbs of the Scotch, Italian, French, Spanish and other languages. The whole Methodically Digested and Illustrated with Annotations, and proper Explications. By the late Reverend and Learned J. Ray, M. A. and Fellow of the Royal Society. To which is added, (written by the same author) A collection of English words not generally used, With their Significations and Original in two Alphabetical Catalogues; the one of such as are proper to the Northern, the other to the Southern Counties. With an Account of the Preparing and Refining such Metals and Minerals as are gotten in England.
Ray, John, 1627-1705.Date: 1737- Books
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The practical husbandman and planter: or, Observations on the ancient and modern husbandry, planting, gardening, &c. ...By a society of husbandmen and planters.
Date: [1733-- Books
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A. De la Motraye's travels through Europe, Asia, and into part of Africa; containing a great variety of geographical, topographical, and political observations on those parts of the world; especially on Italy, England, Turky, Greece, Crim and Noghaian Tartaries, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Lapland, Denmark, and Holstein. On their productions, trade, manufactures, cities, colonies, and on what is most curious in nature, art, and antiquity, in these countries; and on the genius, manners, and customs of the inhabitants. With an historical account of the most considerable events which happened during the space of above twenty-five years spent in those travels: such as a great revolution in the Ottoman Empire, by which the Sultan was deposed; the engaging of the Russian and Turkish armies on the Pruth; the late King of Sweden's flight from Pultoua to Bender; the kind reception he met with among the Turks; his transactions with the Porte, and return into his dominions; his campaigns in Norway, after the loss of Stralsund; his death, and the princess Ulrica's accession to the throne; her generous resignation of it to her consort the present King; and, in fine, all the chief transactions of the Senate and states of Sweden till the peace with Russia. Illustrated with 50 proper cuts, representing a great many rare and valuable pieces of curiosity both antient and modern; as pontifical and patriarchal crowns, eastern and northern dresses, most pretious vessels, idols, altars, sacrifices, medals, &c. Plans of towns, camps, battles and mines; new and accurate maps of the Mediterranean, Black, Caspian and Baltick seas, with the countries adjacent. Revised by the author; with the addition of two new cuts. ... To which is added, a chapter containing A journey to the wells of Pyrmont, and the mines of Hanover and Wolffembuttel.
La Mottraye, Aubry de, 1674?-1743.Date: M DCC XXX. [1730]