Books with author William F. Kirk

Excerpt from The Art of Cookery, in Imitation of Horace's Art of Poetry: With Some Letters to Dr. Lister, and Others; Occasion'd Principally by the Title of a Book Publish'd by the Doctor, Being the Works of Apicius Cœlius, Concerning the Soups and Sauces of the AntientsPericles, when it flourifh'd 11103 in fump'tuous Buildings, and Rome in its Height of Em. Pire from Angufin/s down to Adrian, had no thing that equall'd the Royal or New Exchange, or Pope's'head Alley 'for Curiofities and Toy jhops, neither-had their Senate any thing to alleviate their Debates concerning the Affairs of the Univerfe like Rafiling fometimes at Gollonel Parfons's. Although the Egyptians often extended their Conquefis into Africa and Ethiopia, and tho' the Cafre Blacks have very fine Teeth, yet I cannot find that they make ufe of any fuch Infirument nor does Lndolfn/s, tho' very exati as to the Ahyfline Empire, give any account of a matter fo im portant for which he is, to blame, as Ifhall {hew in my Treatife of For/<4 and Napkins of which I {hall fend you an Eflay with all Expedition. I [hall in that Treatife fully il lulirate, or confute this Fallage of Dr. Hey lin, in the third Book of his Cofinography, where he fays of, the Chinefe, That they eat their Meat with two Sticks of Ivory, Ebony, or the like, not touching it with their Hands at all, and therefore no great Fonlers of Linnen.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from Kidd's Own Journal, 1854, Vol. 5: For Inter-Communications on Natural History, Popular Science, and Things in GeneralWhat our labors have been for the last few years (and our heavy loss by the venture), stand recorded in our five volumes. But such a phalanx of honorable men and women have we had as supporters, as have rarely fallen to the lot of any one public man. We acknowledge it with thankfulness, and speak Of it with pardonable pride.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from Kidd's Own Journal, 1853, Vol. 3: For Inter-Communications on Natural History, Popular Science, and Things in GeneralThe year which has just closed upon us, has been one Of the most eventful within our recollection. It will be for the historian of the year, to collect the extraordinary circum~ stances that have occurred, both at home and abroad, within the past twelve months; and to place them in array before us. We who know them, and have watched them narrowly in their progress, can meantime ruminate on the significance of their meaning, and turn them to a profitable account. It is a favor ite axiom of ours, that nothing happens by chance; and that everything that transpires is right.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from An Introduction to Entomology: Or Elements of the Natural History of InsectsTo see all things in God, has been accounted one of the peculiar privileges of a future state; and in this present life, to see God in'preface.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from The Art of Cookery, in Imitation of Horace's Art of Poetry: With Some Letters to Dr. Lister, and Others; Occasion'd Principally by the Title of a Book Publish'd by the Doctor, Being the Works of Apicius Cœlius, Concerning the Soups and Sauces of the AntientsPericles, when it flourifh'd 11103 in fump'tuous Buildings, and Rome in its Height of Em. Pire from Angufin/s down to Adrian, had no thing that equall'd the Royal or New Exchange, or Pope's'head Alley 'for Curiofities and Toy jhops, neither-had their Senate any thing to alleviate their Debates concerning the Affairs of the Univerfe like Rafiling fometimes at Gollonel Parfons's. Although the Egyptians often extended their Conquefis into Africa and Ethiopia, and tho' the Cafre Blacks have very fine Teeth, yet I cannot find that they make ufe of any fuch Infirument nor does Lndolfn/s, tho' very exati as to the Ahyfline Empire, give any account of a matter fo im portant for which he is, to blame, as Ifhall {hew in my Treatife of For/<4 and Napkins of which I {hall fend you an Eflay with all Expedition. I [hall in that Treatife fully il lulirate, or confute this Fallage of Dr. Hey lin, in the third Book of his Cofinography, where he fays of, the Chinefe, That they eat their Meat with two Sticks of Ivory, Ebony, or the like, not touching it with their Hands at all, and therefore no great Fonlers of Linnen.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from Kidds Own Journal, 1852, Vol. 2: For Inter-Communications on Natural History, Popular Science, and Things in GeneralLet us again predict that, when our next Volume appears, we shall excel even more than we do now. Perfection is worth striving after and as we are supported by a powerful body of Choice Spirits.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from An Introduction to Entomology, or Elements of the Natural History of Insects, Vol. 1: With PlatesThe vulgar, the idea of the trifling nature of his pursuit is so strongly associated 'with that of the diminutive size of its objects, that an entomo logist is synonymous with every thing futile and Childish. Now, when so many other roads to fame and distinction are Open, when a man has merely to avow himself a botanist, a mineralogist, or a'chemist - és student of classical literature Or of political economy - 40 ensure attention and re spect, there are evidently no great. Attractions to leaduhim to a science which in nine compani'es out of ten with which he may associate promises.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from An Introduction to Entomology, Vol. 2: Or Elements of the Natural History of InsectsPage. Line. 54 17 after whence insert in the first instance here related.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

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Excerpt from Kidd's Own Journal, 1853, Vol. 4: For Inter-Communications on Natural History, Popular Science, and Things in GeneralTrue Happiness, 68; Village Lovers, The, 275; Voice from the Church Bells, 90; What I Love, 78 Winter Nights for Me! 279; With Roses Musky Breathed, 87; Woman's Love, 91 Woman's Smile, 92 Woulds't thou be Mine, 136.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden Leaf Printing on round Spine (extra customization on request like complete leather, Golden Screen printing in Front, Color Leather, Colored book etc.) Reprinted in 2019 with the help of original edition published long back [1828]. This book is printed in black & white, sewing binding for longer life, Printed on high quality Paper, re-sized as per Current standards, professionally processed without changing its contents. As these are old books, we processed each page manually and make them readable but in some cases some pages which are blur or missing or black spots. If it is multi volume set, then it is only single volume, if you wish to order a specific or all the volumes you may contact us. We expect that you will understand our compulsion in these books. We found this book important for the readers who want to know more about our old treasure so we brought it back to the shelves. Hope you will like it and give your comments and suggestions. Lang: - English, Pages 751. EXTRA 10 DAYS APART FROM THE NORMAL SHIPPING PERIOD WILL BE REQUIRED FOR LEATHER BOUND BOOKS. COMPLETE LEATHER WILL COST YOU EXTRA US$ 25 APART FROM THE LEATHER BOUND BOOKS. {FOLIO EDITION IS ALSO AVAILABLE.}