Bøger af William John Gordon

In Our Home Railways, William John Gordon provides a fascinating look at the history and workings of the railway system in Great Britain. The book covers topics such as the early history of railways, the construction of railway lines, and the operation of locomotives and trains. With its detailed illustrations and informative text, this book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the history of transportation, engineering, or technology.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

An examination of the history and operations of the railway industry in Great Britain, including detailed explanations of the technical and mechanical aspects of locomotive travel.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Ce livre historique rassemble des informations sur les volontaires du département du Cantal qui ont rejoint le premier bataillon pendant la Révolution française. Avec des listes alphabétiques de noms et des détails sur leur service, ce livre est parfait pour les passionnés d'histoire et les généalogistes.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Perseus The Gorgon Slayer is a novel written by William John Gordon and published in 1883. The book follows the story of Perseus, a hero from Greek mythology who is tasked with slaying the Gorgon Medusa. The story begins with Perseus being sent on a dangerous mission by King Polydectes, who wants him to bring back the head of Medusa as a gift for the king's bride-to-be. Perseus must navigate through various obstacles and battles with mythical creatures in order to reach Medusa's lair and defeat her. Along the way, he receives help from the gods and encounters other legendary figures such as the winged horse Pegasus. The book is a classic retelling of one of the most famous tales from Greek mythology and is known for its vivid descriptions of the fantastical creatures and landscapes encountered by Perseus.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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 below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ Perseus The Gorgon Slayer William John Gordon Religion; Hinduism; General; Religion / Hinduism / General

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Everyday Life On The Railroad is a book written by William John Gordon in 1898. The book provides a detailed account of what life was like for railroad workers during the late 19th century. Gordon, who worked as a brakeman and conductor for the Canadian Pacific Railway, draws on his personal experiences to offer a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of working on the railroad.The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of life on the railroad, including the work itself, the people who worked on the railroad, the equipment and technology used, and the dangers and risks associated with the job. Gordon also provides insights into the social and cultural aspects of life on the railroad, including the camaraderie and sense of community that developed among workers.Throughout the book, Gordon's writing is clear and engaging, and he offers vivid descriptions of the sights, sounds, and experiences of working on the railroad. He also includes photographs and illustrations that help to bring the world of the railroad to life.Overall, Everyday Life On The Railroad is a fascinating and informative look at a bygone era in American history. It offers a valuable perspective on the challenges and rewards of working on the railroad, and provides a glimpse into the daily lives of the people who helped to build and maintain this vital transportation network.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Englishman's Haven is a novel written by William John Gordon and first published in 1892. The story is set in the 19th century and follows the life of a young Englishman named John Trevor who, after being disillusioned by his life in London, decides to emigrate to the United States. He travels to the small town of Haven in the western part of the country and settles there, hoping to start a new life.In Haven, John meets a variety of characters, including a wealthy landowner, a beautiful young woman, and a group of rough and tumble cowboys. He becomes involved in the town's politics and begins to fall in love with the woman, but soon discovers that she is already engaged to another man.As the story unfolds, John becomes embroiled in a series of conflicts and challenges, including a violent feud between two local families and a dangerous encounter with a band of outlaws. Through it all, he learns valuable lessons about life, love, and the importance of community.Englishman's Haven is a classic Western novel that explores themes of adventure, romance, and the struggle to find one's place in the world. With its vivid descriptions of the American frontier and its engaging characters, this book is a must-read for fans of the genre.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Our Country's Birds and how to Know them - A Guide to all the Birds of Great Britain is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1892.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

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