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"The Golden Dog" is a historical novel written by Canadian author William Kirby. It is considered one of the earliest and most significant works of Canadian fiction. Set in the 18th century, specifically in the city of Quebec during the French regime, the novel explores themes of love, loyalty, betrayal, and political intrigue. "The Golden Dog" tells the story of two young lovers, Marie de l'Incarnation and Claude de Beauharnais, who are caught up in the turbulent times of war and political unrest. The novel vividly depicts the social and cultural landscape of Quebec City, portraying the clash between the French and British influences and the complex relationships between the various characters. The central plot revolves around a mysterious golden dog statue that is believed to possess supernatural powers. The dog becomes a symbol of fortune and misfortune, as its possession brings both joy and tragedy to those who encounter it. Through his storytelling, Kirby captures the spirit of the era and provides a glimpse into the historical context of early Canadian society. He delves into themes of identity, heritage, and the struggles faced by the inhabitants of Quebec City during a time of political upheaval. "The Golden Dog" holds an important place in the country's literary canon and is recognized for its contribution to the development of Canadian literature.

In this inspiring work, William Kirby examines the power, wisdom, and goodness of God as revealed through the creation of animals. From the smallest insect to the largest mammal, Kirby offers an insightful look into the nature of animals and their role in the world. This is a must-read for anyone interested in science or theology.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.

The Golden Dog - Le Chien D'or - A Romance of the Days of Louis Quinze by William Kirby. This book is a reproduction of the original book published in 1897 and may have some imperfections such as marks or hand-written notes.

Kirby's exposé of Mormonism offers a skeptical outsider's view of the religion and its practices. While his critique is often harsh, it is also informative and insightful, shedding light on the inner workings of this controversial faith.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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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: ++++ An Introduction To Entomology, Or, Elements Of The Natural History Of Insects: With Plates, Volume 1; An Introduction To Entomology, Or, Elements Of The Natural History Of Insects: With Plates; William Kirby 2 William Kirby, William Spence Printed for Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme, and Brown, 1816 Insects

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An Introduction To Entomology: Or Elements Of The Natural History Of Insects is a book written by William Kirby in 1865. The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of insects, also known as entomology. It covers a wide range of topics related to insects, including their anatomy, physiology, behavior, and classification. The book also explores the role of insects in the ecosystem, their interactions with humans, and their economic importance. The author, William Kirby, was a renowned entomologist and a founding member of the Entomological Society of London. He wrote this book with the aim of providing a clear and concise introduction to the study of insects for students and amateur naturalists. The book is written in a highly readable style and is accompanied by numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the complex world of insects. Overall, An Introduction To Entomology: Or Elements Of The Natural History Of Insects is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of insects, from students to professional entomologists. It provides a solid foundation for further study in the field and a greater appreciation for the fascinating world of insects.Comprising An Account Of Noxious And Useful Insects, Of Their Metamorphoses, Food, Stratagems, Habitations, Societies, Motions, Noises, Hibernation, Instinct, Etc.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.

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""An Introduction to Entomology V1: Or Elements of the Natural History of Insects"" is a book written by William Kirby in 1828. It serves as an introduction to the study of insects, providing readers with an overview of their natural history and characteristics. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the anatomy and physiology of insects, their behavior and habits, their classification and taxonomy, and their interactions with other organisms and the environment. Kirby's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both students and professionals in the field of entomology. The first volume of the book is focused on the general principles of entomology, while subsequent volumes delve into specific topics such as beetles, butterflies, and moths. Overall, ""An Introduction to Entomology V1: Or Elements of the Natural History of Insects"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the fascinating world of insects.In Four Volumes.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.

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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: ++++ On The Power ... Of God, As Manifested In The Creation Of Animals, And In Their History, Habits And Instincts, Volume 2; On The Power ... Of God, As Manifested In The Creation Of Animals, And In Their History, Habits And Instincts; William Kirby William Kirby Henry G. Bohn, 1853

William Kirby, (13 October 1817 - 23 June 1906) was a Canadian author, best known for his classic historical novel, The Golden Dog. Life: Born in Yorkshire, England, Kirby immigrated with his parents to the United States in 1832, and then to Canada in 1839, where after visiting Toronto, Montreal, and Quebec City, he settled in Niagara, Ontario, where his house still stands. Kirby practised as a tanner until his marriage with Eliza Madeline Whitmore, with whom he had three children (one of whom died in infancy.) For more than twenty years, Kirby was the editor of the Niagara Mail (1850-1871) which he purchased from the founder in 1850. From 1871-1895, he was a collector of customs at Niagara, and in 1883, he became a charter member of the Royal Society of Canada. He died at Niagara on 23 June 1906. Kirby's first full-length work was a long narrative, The U.E.: a tale of Upper Canada. Written in 1846 the poem spoke to his political views of the time. He was unsuccessful in his attempts to have it published until 1859, when he published it himself in the Niagara Mail. The Golden Dog: Kirby's importance as a Canadian writer rests largely on his novel The Golden Dog. Taking fifteen years to write, the historical romance was set in New France in 1748. Kirby finished writing this novel in 1873. Although the first edition of the book was filled with errors, it was still very well received by the public and to Kirby's delight, rumoured to have been read by Queen Victoria. The book was described as having both good characterisation and description used to describe rural and urban locations. This novel was heavily influenced by the collection Maple Leaves, by James LeMoine (7 vol. 1863-1906). This provided Kirby with the history, legends, and oral traditions needed to write his book. The Golden Dog was initially published in English and distributed within the United States without his permission in 1877. Kirby's publisher Lovell, Adam Wesson and Company neglected to register the novel properly, so Kirby lost all royalties for his book. The copyright laws of the time stated all Canadian residents must register, publish, and distribute in Canada first, before distributing the book elsewhere, to secure copyright protection. The book was then picked up by New York publisher Richard Worthington, and re-issued in 1878, Kirby, once again, was neglected royalties. In 1885, Kirby secured some rights when the French translation (Le Chien d'Or) was published. Copied versions of the story were, at this time, widely available, but unfortunately for Kirby, the translated version was not selling nearly as well. Sometime later, Kirby was approached by L.C. Page and Company, a publishing company from Boston with an offer of publishing a revised version of The Golden Dog. Kirby accepted this offer and revised the book, making corrections to the book in accordance with new developments in Quebec's history...................

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: ++++ Annals Of Niagara William Kirby, Lundy's Lane Historical Society Tribune presses, 1896 Niagara (Ont.); Niagara-on-the-Lake (Ont.)

Fanchon se dirigea vers la maison pour aller voir son oncle. Alors, dès qu'elle fut seule, la Corriveau prit une expression épouvantable, et ses yeux, pleins d'un feu sombre, se fixèrent sur le sol, comme pour regarder les abîmes intérieurs. Elle demeura ainsi pendant quelques minutes, les bras croisés sur la poitrine, morne, ouvrant et fermant les doigts par une secousse nerveuse, et comme pour accompagner le mouvement mesuré de son pied qui frappait la terre. - C'est pour tuer, ce n'est pas pour chercher des bijoux que cette fille a besoin de moi, grinça-t-elle. Et l'ivoire de ses dents parut comme un éclair livide entre ses lèvres minces et cruelles. Elle continua:

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The Golden Dog (Le Chien d'Or) was a novel by William Kirby (1817-1906) that was written between April 1869 and 1872, with further revisions being up through 1876. After being rejected by several publishers, the work was finally arranged to be published in 1877 by Lovell, Adam, Wesson and Company.However, because the publisher neglected to register the novel, the author lost any royalties to this work. He received a sum total of $100-200 for the publication. This novel is based upon three works by James MacPherson Le Moine: The Golden Dog, Château Bigot and La Corriveau. It draws upon the historical background of the city of Quebec for its characters, and tells its story through two intertwining plotlines. The first is of the lady Angélique de Méloizes, Madame de Péan, while the second is of Coronel Pierre Philibert, the son of a prosperous merchant William Kirby, The Golden Dog, cover of the first edition (1877) Kirby's importance as a Canadian writer rests largely on his novel The Golden Dog. Taking fifteen years to write, the historical romance was set in New France in 1748. Kirby finished writing this novel in 1873.

- Voir Naples et mourir ! ......... C'était là, comte, un fier dicton que nous entendions souvent, quand, nos voiles latines déployées, nous croisions dans les parages de la célèbre baie toute étincelante des feux du Vésuve. Nous étions alors convaincus de la justesse de cette orgueilleuse parole, comte, mais aujourd'hui je dis, moi: Voir Québec et vivre à jamais ! Je contemplerais sans fatigue, pendant toute une éternité, cet adorable panorama. C'est un matin de l'Éden que ce brillant matin du Canada, et l'admirable paysage qui se déroule sous nos yeux, est digne du soleil qui se lève pour l'éclairer.