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The Bathhouse at Midnight

An Historical Survey of Magic and Divination in Russia

By: William Francis Ryan

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The Bathhouse at Midnight

An Historical Survey of Magic and Divination in Russia

By: William Francis Ryan

The title of this book refers to the classic time and place for magic, witchcraft, and divination in Russia. The Bathhouse at Midnight, by one of the world's foremost experts on the subject, surveys all forms of magic, both learned and popular, in Russia from the fifth to the eighteenth century. While no book on the subject could be exhaustive, The Bathhouse at Midnight does describe and assess all the literary sources of magic, witchcraft, astrology, alchemy, and divination from Kiev Rus and Imperial Russia, and to some extent Ukraine and Belorussia. Where possible, Ryan identifies the sources of the texts (usually Greek, Arabic, or West European) and makes parallels to other cultures, ranging from classical antiquity to Finnic. He finds that Russia shares most of its magic and divination with the rest of Europe. Subjects covered include the Evil Eye, the Number of the Beast, omens, dreams, talismans and amulets, plants, gemstones, and other materials thought to possess magic properties. The first chapter gives a historical overview, and the final chapter summarizes the political, religious, and legal aspects of the history of magic in Russia. The author also provides translations of some key texts. The Bathhouse at Midnight will be invaluable for anyone&—student, teacher, or general reader&—with an interest in Russia, magic, or the occult. It is unique in its field and is set to become the definitive study of Russian magic.

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518

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Penn State Press

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ISBN 10

0271019670

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9780271019673

European Writers

By: William Thomas Hobdell Jackson,George Stade

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European Writers

By: William Thomas Hobdell Jackson,George Stade

This reference work is comprised of two volumes treating the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, three volumes on the Romantics, and four volumes dealing with twentieth century authors. Scholar's new to literary history and criticism should find the balanced, well written essays on included authors a solid introduction.

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544

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New York : Scribner

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0684179164

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9780684179162

The Glance of the Eye

Heidegger, Aristotle, and the Ends of Theory

By: William McNeill

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The Glance of the Eye

Heidegger, Aristotle, and the Ends of Theory

By: William McNeill

Argues that Heidegger's early reading of Aristotle provides him with a critical resource for addressing the problematic domination of theoretical knowledge in Western civilization.

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396

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SUNY Press

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0791442284

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9780791442289

Myths and Legends of the Celtic Race

By: Thomas William Rolleston

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Myths and Legends of the Celtic Race

By: Thomas William Rolleston

Reproduction of the original: Myths and Legends of the Celtic Race by Thomas William Rolleston

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402

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BoD – Books on Demand

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373267830X

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9783732678303

Landmarks of Russian Architect

By: William Craft Brumfield

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Landmarks of Russian Architect

By: William Craft Brumfield

A comprehensive guide to Russian architecture, this volume is designed for students and other readers wishing to gain an understanding of the subject.

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257

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Routledge

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1317973259

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9781317973256

The Scottish Nation

Vol. 1 ABE-CUR

By: William Anderson

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The Scottish Nation

Vol. 1 ABE-CUR

By: William Anderson

Reprint of the original, first published in 1867.

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790

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3752575255

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9783752575255

A dictionary and digest of the law of Scotland

By: William Bell

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A dictionary and digest of the law of Scotland

By: William Bell

A dictionary and digest of the law of Scotland, with short explanations of the most ordinary English law terms.

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879

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Рипол Классик

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5518999240

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9785518999244

The Great Manchurian Plague of 1910-1911

The Geopolitics of an Epidemic Disease

By: William C. Summers

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The Great Manchurian Plague of 1910-1911

The Geopolitics of an Epidemic Disease

By: William C. Summers

When plague broke out in Manchuria in 1910 as a result of transmission from marmots to humans, it struck a region struggling with the introduction of Western medicine, as well as with the interactions of three different national powers: Chinese, Japanese, and Russian. In this fascinating case history, William Summers relates how this plague killed as many as 60,000 people in less than a year, and uses the analysis to examine the actions and interactions of the multinational doctors, politicians, and ordinary residents who responded to it.Summers covers the complex political and economic background of early twentieth-century Manchuria and then moves on to the plague itself, addressing the various contested stories of the plague's origins, development, and ecological ties. Ultimately, Summers shows how, because of Manchuria's importance to the world powers of its day, the plague brought together resources, knowledge, and people in ways that enacted in miniature the triumphs and challenges of transnational medical projects such as the World Health Organization.

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236

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Yale University Press

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030018476X

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9780300184761

The Celtic Placenames of Scotland

By: William J. Watson

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The Celtic Placenames of Scotland

By: William J. Watson

First published in 1926, this book remains the best and most comprehensive guide to the Celtic place-names of Scotland and is essential reading for anyone interested in Scottish history and the derivations of place-names the length and breadth of the country. It is divided into sections dealing with early names, territorial divisions, general surveys of areas and also looks at saints, church terms and river names. As the standard reference work on the subject it has never been surpassed. This edition contains a new introduction which includes biographical material about the author, together with corrigenda and addenda.

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472

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Birlinn Ltd

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178885361X

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9781788853613

The Autobiography of William Sanders Scarborough

An American Journey from Slavery to Scholarship

By: William Sanders Scarborough

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The Autobiography of William Sanders Scarborough

An American Journey from Slavery to Scholarship

By: William Sanders Scarborough

This illuminating autobiography traces Scarborough's path out of slavery in Macon, Georgia, to a prolific scholarly career that culminated with his presidency of Wilberforce University.

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462

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Wayne State University Press

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0814332242

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9780814332245

The Plantagenet Ancestry

Being Tables Showing Over 7,000 of the Ancestors of Elizabeth (daughter of Edward IV and Wife of Henry VII) the Heiress of the Plantagenets

By: William Harry Turton

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The Plantagenet Ancestry

Being Tables Showing Over 7,000 of the Ancestors of Elizabeth (daughter of Edward IV and Wife of Henry VII) the Heiress of the Plantagenets

By: William Harry Turton

A classic work on royal ancestry, this unusual book gives the lineages of all the known ancestors of Elizabeth Plantagenet (1465-1503), including both legitimate and illegitimate ancestors, numbering altogether over 7,000. The ancestral tables are divided geographically, English lines predominating, with lesser numbers of Scottish, Irish, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, and German lines. Among the ancestors are early rulers of almost every European country or province and several well known saints. The "Lists" referred to in the subtitle are lists of rulers among the ancestors of Elizabeth Plantagenet, including companions of William the Conqueror.

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Genealogical Publishing Com

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0806303301

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9780806303307

Michigan

Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids

By: William Semion

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Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids

By: William Semion

Developed with families in mind, Fun with the Family "TM" books are the ultimate guides to family fun and adventure. Written by parents for parents, these state-specific guides include hundreds of ideas for families with kids from ages 2 to 12. Featuring visually appealing at-a-glance icons, reader-friendly sidebars, and comprehensive end-of-chapter listings of family-friendly places to stay and eat, these guides to hundreds of fun -- and many free -- things families can see and do are an invaluable reference for both residents and out-of-state visitors.

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0762708085

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9780762708086

Book's by William Semion

The Bathhouse at Midnight

The Bathhouse at Midnight

European Writers

European Writers

The Glance of the Eye

The Glance of the Eye

Myths and Legends of the Celtic Race

Myths and Legends of the Celtic Race

Landmarks of Russian Architect

Landmarks of Russian Architect

The Scottish Nation

The Scottish Nation

A dictionary and digest of the law of Scotland

A dictionary and digest of the law of Scotland

The Great Manchurian Plague of 1910-1911

The Great Manchurian Plague of 1910-1911

The Celtic Placenames of Scotland

The Celtic Placenames of Scotland

The Autobiography of William Sanders Scarborough

The Autobiography of William Sanders Scarborough

The Plantagenet Ancestry

The Plantagenet Ancestry

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