Two drinking men, folio from the Kitab fi ma'arifat al-hiyal al-handisaya (the book of knowledge of ingenious mechanical devices) Automata by al-Jazari

1 ft. 11/64 in.x 8 1/32 in.; ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper

The basin of the two scribes, folio from the Kitab fi ma'arifat al-hiyal al-handisaya (the book of knowledge of ingenious mechanical devices) Automata by al-Jazari

1 ft. 1/8 in.x 7 3/4 in.; ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper

verso: text and illustration: The water clock of the drummers from Kitab fi ma'arifat al-hiyal al-handisaya (The book of knowledge of ingenious mechanical devices) Automata by al-Jazari)

ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper

Atlantic journal, and friend of knowledge. In eight numbers. Containing about 160 original articles and tracts on natural and historical sciences, the description of about 150 new plants, and 100 new animals or fossils. Many vocabularies of languages, historical and geological facts, &c.

Caption title: nos. 1-4, Atlantic journal, and firend of knowledge; a cyclopedic journal and review of universal science and knowledge: historical, natural, and medical arts and sciences. -- nos. 5-8, Atlantic journal and friend of knowledge; a quarterly journal of historical and natural sciences, useful knowledge, &c.

On the mental illumination and moral improvement of mankind; or, An inquiry into the means by which a general diffusion of knowledge and moral principle may be promoted. Illustrated with engravings.

Mode of access: Internet.

Proof of the genuineness of the writings of the New Testament : for intelligent readers of all classes /

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An essay on the spirit and influence of the Reformation by Luther. The work which obtained the prize on this question, (proposed by the NationalInstitute of France, in the public sitting of the 15th Germinal, in the year X.) "What has been the influence of the Reformation by Luther, and on the progress of knowledge?"

"Appendix. Sketch of the history of the church": p. [269]-323.

The New and complete American encyclopedia: or, Universal dictionary of arts and sciences; on an improved plan: in which the respective sciences are arranged into complete systems, and the arts digested into distinct treatises; also the detached parts of knowledge alphabetically arranged and copiously explained, according to the best authorities.

"From the Encyclopedia Perthensis, with improvements."

Marco Paul's travels and adventures in the pursuit of knowledge. Erie canal.

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Marco Paul's travels and adventures in the pursuit of knowledge : On the Erie Canal /

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Essays on the pursuit of truth, on the progress of knowledge, and the fundamental principle of all evidence and expectaion.

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On the mental illumination and moral improvement of mankind; or, An inquiry into the means by which a general diffusion of knowledge and moral principle may be promoted. Illustrated with engravings.

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A new history of the life and reign of the Czar Peter the Great, Emperor of all Russia, and father of his country : Giving an exact relation of I. His travels, studies, and personal fatigues, for the attaining of knowledge in civil and military affairs, and the improvement of his subjects. II. His introduction of arts and sciences, a naval force, and commerce with foreign nations; also his many reformations in church and state, the army, and the customs and manners of his people. III. His wars with the Swedes, Turks, Tartars and Persians; victories by sea and land; acquisitions of territory, and increase of power. IV. His regard to genius and merit, particularly in the instances of General Le Fort, Prince Menzikoff, and the Empress Catharine: and his severe justice on offenders, exemplified in the proceedings against the czarewitz, and others. /

By John Bancks.

Pushing to the front; or, Success under difficulties; a book of inspiration and encouragement to all who are struggling for self-elevation along the paths of knowledge and of duty,

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Proof of the pudding : autobiography of John Harmon Nichols /

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