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The Poems of Ossian

by James Macpherson ...

The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore, mythology, history, literature, politics and sacred texts, in addition to Secret and esoteric subjects, such as: occult, freemasonry, alchemy, hermetic, ... Read more

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The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore, mythology, history, literature, politics and sacred texts, in addition to Secret and esoteric subjects, such as: occult, freemasonry, alchemy, hermetic,
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The Poems Of Ossian

by James Macpherson ...

The Poems of Ossianby James MacphersonOssian purports to be a translation of an epic cycle of Scottish poems from the early dark ages. Ossian, a blind bard, sings of the life and battles of Fingal, a Scotch warrior. Ossian caused a sensation when it was published on the cusp of the era of revolutions, and had a massive cultural impact during the 18th and 19th centuries. Napolean carried a copy ... Read more

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The Poems of Ossianby James MacphersonOssian purports to be a translation of an epic cycle of Scottish poems from the early dark ages. Ossian, a blind bard, sings of the life and battles of Fingal, a Scotch warrior. Ossian caused a sensation when it was published on the cusp of the era of revolutions, and had a massive cultural impact during the 18th and 19th centuries. Napolean carried a copy
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Fragments of Ancient Poetry

Enriched edition. Legends of Ancient Scotland: Epic Tales and Poetic Fragments

by James Macpherson, Grant Cantrell ...

In "Fragments of Ancient Poetry," James Macpherson presents a groundbreaking compilation of what he claims to be preserved works from the ancient Gaelic bard Ossian. Written in a lyrical and evocative style, the text elevates oral traditions to the status of literary masterpieces, showcasing rich narratives and profound themes of heroism, love, and loss. The book is pivotal in the context of 18th ... Read more

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In "Fragments of Ancient Poetry," James Macpherson presents a groundbreaking compilation of what he claims to be preserved works from the ancient Gaelic bard Ossian. Written in a lyrical and evocative style, the text elevates oral traditions to the status of literary masterpieces, showcasing rich narratives and profound themes of heroism, love, and loss. The book is pivotal in the context of 18th
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The Feral Classroom

by James Macpherson ...

Series series Routledge Revivals
First published in 1983, The Feral Classroom argues that the experience of schooling needs to be understood in terms of peer interaction in the classroom. Students’ interaction mediates the significance of the curriculum and teacher, and is, in its own right, a major agent of socialisation.The study reported in the book was conducted in an Australian state high school. It employs ethnographic ... Read more

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First published in 1983, The Feral Classroom argues that the experience of schooling needs to be understood in terms of peer interaction in the classroom. Students’ interaction mediates the significance of the curriculum and teacher, and is, in its own right, a major agent of socialisation.The study reported in the book was conducted in an Australian state high school. It employs ethnographic
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Battle Cry of Freedom

The Civil War Era

by James Macpherson ...

Narrated by Jonathan Davis ...

Unabridged

39 hours 40 min

James M. McPherson, professor emeritus of U.S. history at Princeton, is one of the foremost scholars of the CivilWar. In this informative and meticulously researched masterpiece, he clarifies the differing ways of life and philosophythat led to this shattering conflict.Abraham Lincoln wondered whether “in a free government the minority have the right to break up the government.”Jefferson Davis ... Read more

$35.99 USD

James M. McPherson, professor emeritus of U.S. history at Princeton, is one of the foremost scholars of the CivilWar. In this informative and meticulously researched masterpiece, he clarifies the differing ways of life and philosophythat led to this shattering conflict.Abraham Lincoln wondered whether “in a free government the minority have the right to break up the government.”Jefferson Davis
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ALEX FERGUSON: My Autobiography

The sensational million copy bestselling memoir from the greatest football manager of all time

by Alex Ferguson ...

Narrated by Alex Ferguson, James Macpherson ...

Unabridged

9 hours 56 min

AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY LIKE NO OTHER: SIR ALEX REFLECTS ON HIS RECORD-BREAKING CAREER AT ABERDEEN AND MANCHESTER UNITED'Sometimes defeats are the best outcomes. To react to adversity is a quality. Even in your lowest periods you are showing strength . . .'For over two decades Sir Alex Ferguson dominated the Premier League, overseeing a sustained and unparalleled period of success with Manchester United. ... Read more

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AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY LIKE NO OTHER: SIR ALEX REFLECTS ON HIS RECORD-BREAKING CAREER AT ABERDEEN AND MANCHESTER UNITED'Sometimes defeats are the best outcomes. To react to adversity is a quality. Even in your lowest periods you are showing strength . . .'For over two decades Sir Alex Ferguson dominated the Premier League, overseeing a sustained and unparalleled period of success with Manchester United.
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Boxer and Doberman: The Complete Series 1 and 2

A BBC Radio crime comedy

by Alastair Jessiman ...

Narrated by Anita Vettesse, Ann Scott Jones, Carol Ann Crawford, Crawford Logan, Finlay Welsh, Full Cast, James Bryce, James MacPherson, Monica Gibb, Ralph Riach, Steven McNicoll ...

Unabridged

2 hours 51 min

All six episodes of the gloriously gritty comedy crime dramaTaggart meets A Touch of Cloth in this parody police procedural featuring DI Bob Boxer and his sidekick DC Shona Doberman. They're an unlikely couple of cops - he's grizzled, old-school and wears a cardigan; she's young, instinctive and wields a Blackberry. But together they tackle cases so tough, they'd make Frost flinch and Rebus run ... Read more

$12.99 USD

All six episodes of the gloriously gritty comedy crime dramaTaggart meets A Touch of Cloth in this parody police procedural featuring DI Bob Boxer and his sidekick DC Shona Doberman. They're an unlikely couple of cops - he's grizzled, old-school and wears a cardigan; she's young, instinctive and wields a Blackberry. But together they tackle cases so tough, they'd make Frost flinch and Rebus run
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Picturesque Quebec : a sequel to Quebec past and present

by James MacPherson Sir Le Moine ...

This volume, purporting to be a sequel to QUEBEC PAST AND PRESENT, published in 1876, is intended to complete the history of the city. New and interesting details will be found in these pages, about the locality, where Samuel de Champlain located his settlement in 1608, together with a rapid glance at incidents, sights, objects, edifices, city gates and other improvements, both ancient and modern, ... Read more

$2.99 USD

This volume, purporting to be a sequel to QUEBEC PAST AND PRESENT, published in 1876, is intended to complete the history of the city. New and interesting details will be found in these pages, about the locality, where Samuel de Champlain located his settlement in 1608, together with a rapid glance at incidents, sights, objects, edifices, city gates and other improvements, both ancient and modern,
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A Heart Full of Headstones

An Inspector Rebus Novel

by Ian Rankin ...

Narrated by James Macpherson ...

Series series A Rebus Novel
Unabridged

11 hours 43 min

New York Times bestselling author Ian Rankin returns to his legendary detective—it’s not the first time Rebus has taken the law into his own hands—though it may be the last.John Rebus stands accused: on trial for a crime that could put him behind bars for the rest of his life.But what drove a good man to cross the line?Detective Inspector Siobhan Clarke may well find out. Clarke is tasked with the ... Read more

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New York Times bestselling author Ian Rankin returns to his legendary detective—it’s not the first time Rebus has taken the law into his own hands—though it may be the last.John Rebus stands accused: on trial for a crime that could put him behind bars for the rest of his life.But what drove a good man to cross the line?Detective Inspector Siobhan Clarke may well find out. Clarke is tasked with the
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Fleshmarket Alley

by Ian Rankin ...

Narrated by James Macpherson ...

Unabridged

14 hours 11 min

An illegal immigrant is found murdered in an Edinburgh housing scheme. Rebus is drawn into the case, but has other problems: his old police station has closed for business, and his masters would rather he retire than stick around. But as Rebus investigates, he must deal with the sleazy Edinburgh underworld, and maybe even fall in love. ... Read more

$31.99 USD

An illegal immigrant is found murdered in an Edinburgh housing scheme. Rebus is drawn into the case, but has other problems: his old police station has closed for business, and his masters would rather he retire than stick around. But as Rebus investigates, he must deal with the sleazy Edinburgh underworld, and maybe even fall in love.
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Midnight and Blue

An Inspector Rebus Novel

by Ian Rankin ...

Narrated by James Macpherson ...

Unabridged

10 hours 21 min

From #1 international bestselling author Ian Rankin, John Rebus spent his life as a cop putting Edinburgh's most deadly criminals behind bars—but after being convicted of a homicide, he's joining them instead.A convict is brutally murdered in his locked cell deep in the heart of Scotland’s most infamous prison. Sleeping in a cell across the floor lies John Rebus, the equally notorious detective. ... Read more

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From #1 international bestselling author Ian Rankin, John Rebus spent his life as a cop putting Edinburgh's most deadly criminals behind bars—but after being convicted of a homicide, he's joining them instead.A convict is brutally murdered in his locked cell deep in the heart of Scotland’s most infamous prison. Sleeping in a cell across the floor lies John Rebus, the equally notorious detective.
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The Naming of the Dead

by Ian Rankin ...

Narrated by James Macpherson ...

Series Audiobook 16 - A Rebus Novel
Unabridged

14 hours 21 min

The leaders of the free world descend on Scotland for an international conference, and every cop in the country is needed for front-line duty...except one. John Rebus's reputation precedes him, and his bosses don't want him anywhere near Presidents Bush and Putin, which explains why he's manning an abandoned police station when a call comes in. During a preconference dinner at Edinburgh Castle, a ... Read more

$31.99 USD

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The leaders of the free world descend on Scotland for an international conference, and every cop in the country is needed for front-line duty...except one. John Rebus's reputation precedes him, and his bosses don't want him anywhere near Presidents Bush and Putin, which explains why he's manning an abandoned police station when a call comes in. During a preconference dinner at Edinburgh Castle, a
... Read more

Also available as: eBook