Introducing turn-of-the-century archaeologist-sleuth Margaret Murray in the first of a brilliant new historical mystery series.October, 1900. University College, London. When the spread-eagled body of one of her students is discovered in her rented room shortly after attending one of her lectures, Dr. Margaret Murray is disinclined to accept the official verdict of suicide and is determined to find out how and why the girl really died.As an archaeo...

In 'The Orphans of Glen Elder,' Margaret Murray Robertson weaves a poignant narrative that explores themes of love, loss, and resilience in the face of adversity. Set against the evocative backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, the story follows a group of orphans navigating their harsh realities amidst the rugged beauty of their surroundings. Robertson'Äôs lyrical prose and vivid descriptions immerse the reader in a world where nature and emotion intertwine, reflecting the Romantic literary ...

The first Swedish settlers in America embarked from Gothenburg, Sweden, and sailed into Delaware Bay, arriving at what is now Wilmington. The fearless Swedish and Finnish settlers left their mark in the Delaware Valley and on many sites in the area, particularly its churches and famous log cabins. The photographs in Images of America: Swedes of the Delaware Valley depict the depth of Swedish American influence on the area, from early log cabins to John Morton, signer of the Declaration of ...

The Complete Works of Margaret Murray RobertsonThis Complete Collection includes the following titles:--------1 - Shenac's Work at Home2 - Allison Bain3 - David Fleming's Forgiveness4 - The Orphans of Glen Elder5 - The Inglises6 - Eunice7 - The Twa Miss Dawsons

Saughleas was not a large estate, nor were the Dawsons gentlefolks, in the sense generally accepted in the countryside.

Going Home. One fair morning, a good many years ago, a number of schoolgirls were waiting at a little wayside station on the banks of the Connecticut River. They had crossed the river in a ferry-boat and were waiting for more of their number who were coming after them. They were waiting patiently enough. It was a good place in which to wait, for the scene around them was very lovely. They were standing at the foot of Mount Tom, glorious in the morning sunshine, and looking over on the shad...

First published in 2005. Written by a well-respected Professor of Egyptology at University College, London in the latter half of the nineteenth century, this is a scholarly but readable account of the temples of Ancient Egypt. The work, which rests comfortably between well informed guidebook and specialist tome, surveys the architecture, history and distinguishing characteristics of every important temple. Helpful illustrations are included.

Christie Redfern's Troubles by Margaret M. Robertson follows the emotional journey of a young girl struggling with loss and the weight of responsibility. After the death of her mother, Christie is left to navigate the challenges of her new life under the care of her aunt. The story explores the difficulties of childhood, the yearning for affection, and the internal conflict between personal desires and the expectations placed on her. Christie is portrayed as a sensitive child, wrestling wi...

The anthology 'The History of Witchcraft in Europe Throughout the Ages' offers readers a comprehensive exploration of witchcraft's evolving narrative in Europe, seamlessly weaving together historical treatises, literary reflections, and cultural analyses. This carefully curated collection spans numerous centuries and presents a wide array of literary styles, from rigorously documented accounts to evocative storytelling. Each piece is selected to showcase the diversity and complexity of Eur...

In 'The Orphans of Glen Elder,' Margaret Murray Robertson masterfully weaves a poignant narrative that explores themes of loss, resilience, and the quest for identity amid the stark realities of orphanhood. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Scotland, the novel employs richly descriptive language and lyrical prose that evoke both the beauty and tragedy of rural life. Robertson's distinctive style blends vivid character development with a strong sense of place, immersing readers in th...

First published in 1984. Written by a well-respected Professor of Egyptology at University College, London in the latter half of the nineteenth century, this is a scholarly but readable account of the temples of Ancient Egypt. The work, which rests comfortably between well informed guidebook and specialist tome, surveys the architecture, history and distinguishing characteristics of every important temple. Helpful illustrations are included.

Witchcraft in Europe in Middle Ages and Early Modern Period was believed to be a combination of sorcery and heresy. While sorcery attempts to produce negative supernatural effects through formulas and rituals, heresy is the Christian contribution to witchcraft in which an individual makes a pact with the Devil. In addition, heresy denies witches the recognition of important Christian values such as baptism, salvation, Christ and sacraments. In Early Modern European tradition, witches were ...