Books tagged with Non-Fiction[74 found]
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Social Inertia & Keyboards
by Ernest Bywater
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Categories: Non-Fiction » Computers & Internet » Social aspects / human-computer interaction
A historical accounting and perspective on how the past continues to shape some aspects of today, despite improved technology to make things better.
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No Names - No Pack Drill
by Ernest Bywater
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Categories: Non-Fiction » Biography » Military biography
This is a recounting of the activities of my father, a transport driver, and his friends in the Australian Army during World War 2 of the incidents and events they talked about over a drink when they got together to remember the old days.They convey what they did to stay sane, and also why they were there. It includes poetry, pictures, and drawings from that time.
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Basic Math Notes
by Ernest Bywater
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Categories: Non-Fiction » Education & Study Guides » Study guides - Mathematics
This is a study help guide for students of general mathematics principles and processes with useful reminder sheets. It's for tutoring Years 1 to 6 or Grades 1 to 6.
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Fiction Writing & Style Guide
by Ernest Bywater
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Categories: Non-Fiction » Publishing » Self-publishing
This book\'s primary focus is on the writing of fiction stories with what you need to consider before you start to write and it covers the aspects of grammar where you need to vary from the grammar used in business or formal English. It includes instructions on how to make a good HTML file of the story and a good E-pub file for publication.
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The Story of Geronimo
by Jim Kjelgaard
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A short historical biography written for young readers, telling the life story of Geronimo, the famous Apache leader, in an engaging and accessible way.
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Glimpses of Bengal
by Rabindranath Tagore
Categories: Non-Fiction » Travel
A vivid collection of essays and reflections capturing the culture, landscapes, and people of Bengal. Through personal observation and lyrical insight, it offers a rich portrait of a region’s traditions, daily life, and the spirit of its communities.
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The Quest of the Simple Life
by W. J. Dawson
Categories: Non-Fiction » Philosophy
The book follows a successful London clergyman and writer who finds himself overwhelmed by the pressures of city life and social obligations.
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Idle Ideas in 1905
by Jerome K. Jerome
Categories: Non-Fiction » Comics (nonfictional)
A lively collection of essays and musings captures the humor, observations, and quirks of everyday life in 1905. With wit and charm, it explores society, human behavior, and the amusing side of ordinary experiences.
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The Gilded Age: A Tale of Today
by Mark Twain
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
Boomtown dreams and Washington graft collide in a satire of post–Civil War America. A Missouri family bets everything on a dubious land claim while a relentless promoter chases riches with schemes that sparkle like fool’s gold. Speculators, lobbyists, and love-struck innocents swarm the capital, exposing how optimism, greed, and politics inflate fortunes—and ruin lives.
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How to Write a Bestselling Mafia Romance
by Just Bae
Categories: Non-Fiction » Publishing » Self-publishing
Make your mafia romances addictive as sin with lessons from a bestselling author.
You've got a mafia romance novel burning inside you, but how do you make it roar above the competition? Let “How to Write a Bestselling Mafia Romance” be your guide to crafting a gritty page-turner too hot to put down.
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Ellis's Primary Physiology Or, Good Health for Boys and Girls
by Edward S. Ellis
Categories: Non-Fiction » Education & Study Guides
A practical guide for children to understand their bodies and stay healthy, covering hygiene, exercise, nutrition, and daily habits. Filled with clear advice and engaging explanations, it helps boys and girls build strong bodies and lifelong wellness habits.
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Musk-Ox, Bison, Sheep and Goat
by Owen Wister
Categories: Non-Fiction » Travel
With Caspar Whitney and George Bird Grinnell, the book is a vivid exploration of North America’s great game animals—musk-ox, bison, sheep, and goat which blends natural history with frontier adventure. Through keen observation and firsthand experience, it captures the majesty of wild creatures, the thrill of the hunt, and the vanishing wilderness of a continent on the edge of change.
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Ned Myers, or, a Life Before the Mast
by James Fenimore Cooper
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
An honest and gripping sea narrative chronicling a sailor’s turbulent life of hardship, loyalty, and survival. From perilous voyages to battles against nature and fate, it reveals the courage and resilience of a man shaped by the ocean’s vast trials and the relentless pursuit of freedom on the open seas.
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Dewey and Other Naval Commanders
by Edward S. Ellis
Categories: Non-Fiction » Biography
A vivid chronicle traces a Vermont farm boy’s rise to admiral, from Civil War river battles to Manila Bay’s triumph over Spanish fleets. Joined by tales of naval heroes like Farragut and Porter, this saga of valor and strategy celebrates the daring spirit that shaped America’s maritime might in the 19th century.
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The Life and Times of Col. Daniel Boone, Hunter, Soldier, and Pioneer
by Edward S. Ellis
Categories: Non-Fiction » Biography
A detailed chronicle of a legendary frontiersman, tracing his adventures as a hunter, soldier, and pioneer. Through courage, skill, and perseverance, he navigates the dangers of the wilderness, encounters with Native Americans, and the challenges of forging new paths in early America.
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The Life of Kit Carson: Hunter, Trapper, Guide, Indian Agent and Colonel U.S.A.
by Edward S. Ellis
Categories: Non-Fiction » Biography
A vivid account of a legendary frontiersman, following his adventures as a hunter, trapper, guide, and soldier. Courage, resourcefulness, and determination define his life as he navigates the dangers, challenges, and opportunities of the American frontier.
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Thomas Jefferson, a Character Sketch
by Edward S. Ellis
Categories: Non-Fiction » Biography
This is a biographical sketch of Thomas Jefferson, focusing on both his public achievements and personal character traits.
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Chinese Pictures: Notes on Photographs Made in China
by Isabella L. Bird
Categories: Non-Fiction » Travel
Through striking glimpses of nineteenth-century China, this work blends vivid observation with cultural insight. From bustling cities to remote villages, it reveals a land of contrast and beauty, offering a rare, thoughtful portrait of Chinese life during a time of profound change.
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Korea and Her Neighbors
by Isabella L. Bird
Categories: Non-Fiction » Travel
A vivid travelogue exploring Korea and its surrounding regions, filled with detailed observations of landscapes, culture, and daily life. Through keen insight and adventurous journeys, it offers readers an engaging portrait of a distant land and its people.
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Notes on Old Edinburgh
by Isabella L. Bird
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A vivid portrait of Scotland’s historic capital, capturing its winding streets, grand architecture, and the spirit of its people. Through sharp observation and affectionate detail, it brings to life the city’s legends, contrasts, and timeless charm, preserving the character of old Edinburgh for generations to come.
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