This basic study by a renowned folklorist includes eye-opening information on yarb doctors, charms, spells, witches, ghosts, weather magic, crops and livestock, courtship and marriage, pregnancy and childbirth, animals and plants, death and burial, household superstitions, and much more.
The Essential Thomas Paine by Thomas Paine, John Dos Passos Highlights from the social and political philosopher's best-known works include lengthy selections from Common Sense, The American Crisis, TheRights of Man, and The Age of Reason.
Harriet Tubman: The Moses of Her People by Sarah Bradford Inspiring story of bravery and self-sacrifice recalls the courageous life of one of the most well-known "conductors" on the Underground Railroad. Recalls the former slave's grim childhood, Union Army efforts, more.
George Washington Coloring Book by Peter F. Copeland Memorable scenes depict a fight with British forces against the French (1754), election as American president (1789), and more. Captions. 42 black-and-white illustrations.
Early American Herb Recipes by Alice Cooke Brown Charming text gives more than 500 authentic recipes for medicinal, culinary, cosmetic, and other purposes — everything from cancer and palsy treatments to gravies, sauces, and pies. 113 black-and-white illustrations.
