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Manual of Play

By: William Byron Forbush

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This early work by the celebrated American Quaker pastor, William Byron Forbush, was first published in 1902. Forbush wrote numerous books, generally from the point of view of his religious beliefs. This work is a manual of play which describes and suggests how children can best learn from productive play. To compliment the republication of this work, a brand new introductory biography of the author has been added.

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1473325013

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9781473325012

The Life of Jesus for Young People

By: William Byron Forbush

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The Life of Jesus for Young People

By: William Byron Forbush

This early work by the celebrated American Quaker pastor, William Byron Forbush, was first published in 1917. Forbush wrote numerous books, generally from the point of view of his religious beliefs. This particular work is a life of Jesus Christ, designed for the education of children. It contains many illustrations, and includes chapters such as ''How Jesus Went About His Work', 'The Pharisees Studying Jesus', 'Going up to Jerusalem', 'The Death of Jesus', and much more. To compliment the republication of this work, a brand new introductory biography of the author has been added.

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274

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1473325021

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9781473325029

Myths and Legends of Greece and Rome

By: William Byron Forbush

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Myths and Legends of Greece and Rome

By: William Byron Forbush

From the epic adventures of gods and heroes to tales of the world’s beginning, this illustrated collection of myths and legends from Greece and Rome is a captivating exploration of the tales that shaped the ancient world. This classic collection brings to life the rich history of stories that have inspired generations. Including the timeless tales of heroes like Hercules, Perseus, and the Argonauts, to the tragic stories of Orpheus and Eurydice and the mighty Trojan War. First told by the Greeks and later adapted and passed on by the Romans, these ancient myths have stood the test of time. Richly illustrated and thoughtfully curated, this work provides a fascinating glimpse into the stories that have captivated us for thousands of years. First published in 1928, Myths and Legends of Greece and Rome is an essential addition to the library of anyone interested in classical literature and the enduring power of storytelling.

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285

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Read Books Ltd

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1473392314

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9781473392311

Fox's Book of Martyrs - A History of the Lives, Sufferings and Triumphant Deaths of the Early Christian and Protestant Martyrs

By: William Byron Forbush

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Fox's Book of Martyrs - A History of the Lives, Sufferings and Triumphant Deaths of the Early Christian and Protestant Martyrs

By: William Byron Forbush

This vintage work contains a detailed treatise on the early Christian and Protestant martyrs, with information on their history and lives. This concise and comprehensive text will greatly appeal to those with an interest in important Christian figures, and will be of special interest to theology students. Written in clear, simple language and full of interesting insights into the lives of these seminal individuals, this text makes for a great addition to collections of allied literature, and is one not to be missed by the discerning collector. The sections of this book include: St. Stephen, James the Great, Phillip, Matthew, James the Less, Matthias, Andrew, St Mark, Peter, Paul, Jude, Bartholomew, Thomas, Luke, Simon, John, The First Persecutions, The Fourth Persecutions, etcetera. We are republishing this antiquarian volume now complete with a specially commissioned biography of the author.

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Read Books Ltd

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1446547841

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9781446547847

The Modern Christmas in America

A Cultural History of Gift Giving

By: William Waits

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The Modern Christmas in America

A Cultural History of Gift Giving

By: William Waits

In days of old, Christmas was defined by the custom of exchanging simple handmade gifts. Today, it has become a multi-billion industry, synonymous with commercialism and consumption. How did this transformation occur? In this incisive and engaging examination of how Christmas has evolved since 1880, Waits chronicles the history of the holiday, from its origin to its current form. The book is illustrated with dozens of historical photographs and will be of interest to cultural and social historians alike. Christmas was a relatively modest occasion in the English- speaking world, celebrated by the exchange of modest handmade gifts, until the Victorians invested the holiday with immense significance as part of a larger effort to celebrate home, family, and a mythic past of well-ordered communities. By the late 19th century, Christmas had become a major American festival. Today, it is a multi-billion dollar industry and easily the most important seasonal event of the year. In this survey of the modern American Christmas, William Waits shows us how this holiday emerged, tracing its evolution from the days prior to 1880 when people presented one another with simple crafted presents to the turn of the century when industrialization brought with it waves of inexpensive, tawdry gimcracks. In the early twentieth century, reform-minded Americans reflecting on the new Christmas prompted a backlash against this cheapening of the Yule tradition, and the Christmas card was born. Henceforth, family members and close friends exchanged useful, costly items, while cards were sent to acquaintances and distant relatives. These reformers also persuaded retail stores to keep their regular hours of business during the holiday, rather than lengthening them, to give trade workers the opportunity to join in the celebration. They also rationalized the collection and distribution of holiday charity, resulting in the Christmas celebration we have today. Waits's book clearly illustrates that the notion that Christmas is uncontrollable is simply untrue. An incisive and engaging history of giftgiving, The Modern Christmas in Americaalso examines the differing traditions of giftgiving to friends, employees, the poor, and among entire communities. Handsomely illustrated with dozens of historical photographs, this book is not only the perfect holiday gift but will also be of interest to any student of American history and culture.

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NYU Press

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0814784887

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9780814784884

Book's by William Byron Forbush

Manual of Play

Manual of Play

The Life of Jesus for Young People

The Life of Jesus for Young People

Myths and Legends of Greece and Rome

Myths and Legends of Greece and Rome

Fox's Book of Martyrs - A History of the Lives, Sufferings and Triumphant Deaths of the Early Christian and Protestant Martyrs

Fox's Book of Martyrs - A History of the Lives, Sufferings and Triumphant Deaths of the Early Christian and Protestant Martyrs

The Modern Christmas in America

The Modern Christmas in America

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