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Ghosts I have Met and Some Others

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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, ... 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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A House-Boat on the Styx

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A House-Boat on the Styx by John Kendrick Bangs is a witty and imaginative satirical fantasy that brings together some of history's most famous figures in an unexpected and delightfully humorous setting. Blending clever dialogue, playful philosophy, and inventive storytelling, the novel creates a fictional afterlife where legendary personalities gather to converse, debate, and reflect on their ... Read more

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A House-Boat on the Styx by John Kendrick Bangs is a witty and imaginative satirical fantasy that brings together some of history's most famous figures in an unexpected and delightfully humorous setting. Blending clever dialogue, playful philosophy, and inventive storytelling, the novel creates a fictional afterlife where legendary personalities gather to converse, debate, and reflect on their
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Alice in Blunderland

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Alice in Blunderland by John Kendrick Bangs is a witty and imaginative satirical fantasy that playfully reimagines the familiar world of wonder through a humorous and ironic lens. With his signature blend of clever dialogue, literary parody, and whimsical invention, Bangs crafts a story that both entertains and gently mocks the absurdities of logic, society, and human behavior. In this inventive ... Read more

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Alice in Blunderland by John Kendrick Bangs is a witty and imaginative satirical fantasy that playfully reimagines the familiar world of wonder through a humorous and ironic lens. With his signature blend of clever dialogue, literary parody, and whimsical invention, Bangs crafts a story that both entertains and gently mocks the absurdities of logic, society, and human behavior. In this inventive
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Pursuit of the House-Boat

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Pursuit of the House-Boat by John Kendrick Bangs is a witty and imaginative continuation of his celebrated satirical fantasy world, blending humor, philosophy, and literary parody. With his signature style of clever dialogue and playful invention, Bangs once again invites readers into a fantastical realm where famous historical and literary figures engage in amusing and thoughtful exchanges beyond ... Read more

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Pursuit of the House-Boat by John Kendrick Bangs is a witty and imaginative continuation of his celebrated satirical fantasy world, blending humor, philosophy, and literary parody. With his signature style of clever dialogue and playful invention, Bangs once again invites readers into a fantastical realm where famous historical and literary figures engage in amusing and thoughtful exchanges beyond
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Ghost Club, The

An Unfortunate Episode in the Life of No. 5010

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John Kendrick Bangs (1862-1922) was an American author, editor and satirist. 'The Ghost Club' is a lighthearted ghost story told by a prisoner who has been found guilty of burglary and the theft of a set of ornate silver teaspoons. His improbable story of how he came to be in possession of the spoons is extraordinary and charmingly engaging. ... Read more

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John Kendrick Bangs (1862-1922) was an American author, editor and satirist. 'The Ghost Club' is a lighthearted ghost story told by a prisoner who has been found guilty of burglary and the theft of a set of ornate silver teaspoons. His improbable story of how he came to be in possession of the spoons is extraordinary and charmingly engaging.
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The Pursuit of the House-Boat, being some further account of the divers doings of the associated shades, under the leadership of Sherlock Holmes

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According to Wikipedia: "John Kendrick Bangs (May 27, 1862 - January 21, 1922) was an American author and satirist, and the creator of modern Bangsian fantasy, the school of fantasy writing that sets the plot wholly or partially in the afterlife." ... Read more

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According to Wikipedia: "John Kendrick Bangs (May 27, 1862 - January 21, 1922) was an American author and satirist, and the creator of modern Bangsian fantasy, the school of fantasy writing that sets the plot wholly or partially in the afterlife."
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A LITTLE BOOK OF CHRISTMAS

Children's Classic - Humorous Stories & Poems for the Holiday Season

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In John Kendrick Bangs' 'A Little Book of Christmas,' the reader is transported to a world where the magic of the holiday season is brought to life through a delightful collection of stories and poems. Bangs' charming and humorous writing style creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for the festive season. Drawing from both Christian traditions and Victorian folklore, the book provides a ... Read more

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In John Kendrick Bangs' 'A Little Book of Christmas,' the reader is transported to a world where the magic of the holiday season is brought to life through a delightful collection of stories and poems. Bangs' charming and humorous writing style creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for the festive season. Drawing from both Christian traditions and Victorian folklore, the book provides a
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A Houseboat on the Styx

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Series Book 1 - Classic Short Story Collections: Fantasy
A Houseboat on the Styx is a fantasy novel written by John Kendrick Bangs in 1895.The original full title was A House-Boat on the Styx: Being Some Account of the Divers Doings of the Associated Shades. The novel was first published by Harper Brothers in 1896.The premise of the book is that everyone who has ever died (up to the time in which the book is set, which seems to be about the time of its ... Read more

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A Houseboat on the Styx is a fantasy novel written by John Kendrick Bangs in 1895.The original full title was A House-Boat on the Styx: Being Some Account of the Divers Doings of the Associated Shades. The novel was first published by Harper Brothers in 1896.The premise of the book is that everyone who has ever died (up to the time in which the book is set, which seems to be about the time of its
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R. Holmes & Co.

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Raffles Holmes possesses all of the detection skills of his father, Sherlock—with none of the responsibilityRaffles Holmes comes from impressive stock, with both larceny and detection in his blood in equal measure. He's the son of the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, and the grandson of gentleman criminal A. J. Raffles. No wonder he's so conflicted between the desire to solve crimes and the ... Read more

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Raffles Holmes possesses all of the detection skills of his father, Sherlock—with none of the responsibilityRaffles Holmes comes from impressive stock, with both larceny and detection in his blood in equal measure. He's the son of the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, and the grandson of gentleman criminal A. J. Raffles. No wonder he's so conflicted between the desire to solve crimes and the
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The Pursuit of the House-Boat

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Not even death can keep a good pirate down—but the world's greatest detective might be able to give him a run for his moneyThe houseboat on the river Styx is the afterlife's hippest meeting spot, and it attracts some of history's greatest luminaries: William Shakespeare, Confucius, Napoleon Bonaparte, George Washington, and Socrates have all spent time together there. But such illustrious men also ... Read more

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Not even death can keep a good pirate down—but the world's greatest detective might be able to give him a run for his moneyThe houseboat on the river Styx is the afterlife's hippest meeting spot, and it attracts some of history's greatest luminaries: William Shakespeare, Confucius, Napoleon Bonaparte, George Washington, and Socrates have all spent time together there. But such illustrious men also
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The Enchanted Typewriter

by John Kendrick Bangs ...

According to Wikipedia: "John Kendrick Bangs (May 27, 1862 - January 21, 1922) was an American author and satirist, and the creator of modern Bangsian fantasy, the school of fantasy writing that sets the plot wholly or partially in the afterlife." ... Read more

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According to Wikipedia: "John Kendrick Bangs (May 27, 1862 - January 21, 1922) was an American author and satirist, and the creator of modern Bangsian fantasy, the school of fantasy writing that sets the plot wholly or partially in the afterlife."
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The inventions of the idiot

by John Kendrick Bangs ...

I. THE CULINARY GUILDII. A SUGGESTION FOR THE CABLE-CARSIII. THE TRANSATLANTIC TROLLEY COMPANYIV. THE INCORPORATION OF THE IDIOTV. UNIVERSITY EXTENSIONVI. SOCIAL EXPANSIONVII. A BEGGAR'S HAND-BOOKVIII. PROGRESSIVE WAFFLESIX. A CLEARING-HOUSE FOR POETSX. SOME ELECTRICAL SUGGESTIONSXI. CONCERNING CHILDRENXII. DREAMALINE ... Read more

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I. THE CULINARY GUILDII. A SUGGESTION FOR THE CABLE-CARSIII. THE TRANSATLANTIC TROLLEY COMPANYIV. THE INCORPORATION OF THE IDIOTV. UNIVERSITY EXTENSIONVI. SOCIAL EXPANSIONVII. A BEGGAR'S HAND-BOOKVIII. PROGRESSIVE WAFFLESIX. A CLEARING-HOUSE FOR POETSX. SOME ELECTRICAL SUGGESTIONSXI. CONCERNING CHILDRENXII. DREAMALINE
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