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This book, like the others of this series, has only been rendered possible by the courtesy and complaisance of the various collectors from whom I have culled my treasures. In particular, I have to thank Mr. Larminie and Mr. Eliot Stock for permission to include that fine tale "Morraha" from the former's "West Irish Folk-tales," the chief addition to the Celtic store since the appearance of my last volume. I have again to thank Dr. Hyde for permission to use another tale from his delightful...

Joseph's jacobs wonderful collection of original English fairy tales. These stories are some of the most famous and best-loved fairy tales from English folklore, including such stories as ‘Tom Tit Tot’, ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ and others. “English Fairy Tales” is sure to be enjoyed by children and lovers of folklore now just as they always have been, and it would make for a fantastic addition to family collections. The tales include: “Tom Tit Tot”, “The Three Sillies”, “The Rose-Tree”, “T...

"Reminiscences of Two Years in the United States Navy" by John M. Batten offers a vivid account of naval life during a transformative period in American history. Batten, drawing from his personal experiences, provides readers with a unique perspective on the challenges and adventures faced by sailors. His narrative captures the camaraderie among crew members, the rigors of naval duty, and the impact of broader historical events on daily life at sea. The book serves as both a memoir and a h...

In "Reminiscences of Two Years in the United States Navy," John M. Batten provides an intimate and evocative account of his naval service during a tumultuous period in American history. The narrative unfolds with vivid detail and engaging prose, blending personal anecdotes with broader reflections on naval life and the challenges faced by sailors. Batten's literary style combines a conversational tone with keen observations, making the text accessible yet rich in historical context. Set ag...

In "Reminiscences of Two Years in the United States Navy," John M. Batten presents an evocative memoir that captures the complexities of naval life during a pivotal period in American history. With a vivid and engaging literary style, Batten shares his firsthand experiences aboard a Navy ship, providing insight into the day-to-day realities of sailors, the camaraderie forged under duress, and the broader socio-political landscape of the time. His narrative is both personal and reflective, ...

Excerpt: "After bidding my relatives and friends good-bye, I proceeded to Philadelphia, Pa., and reported for duty on board the United States steamer Princeton, which was lying anchored in the Delaware river off Philadelphia, and which was the same vessel on which Abel Parker Upshur, Secretary of State under President Tyler, was killed by the explosion of a monster cannon whilst visiting said vessel, in company with the President and other members of the Cabinet. The duty aboard this vesse...

This is a short memoir that recalls John Batten’s service in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War. From the beginning: “After bidding my relatives and friends good-bye, I proceeded to Philadelphia, Pa., and reported for duty on board the United States steamer Princeton, which was lying anchored in the Delaware river off Philadelphia, and which was the same vessel on which Abel Parker Upshur, Secretary of State under President Tyler, was killed by the explosion of a monster cannon whilst visi...

Excerpt...Newbern on the Neuse river, Washington on the Tar river, and Plymouth on the Roanoke river, lie in a circle which might be described from a point somewhere in Pamlico Sound—the former and latter towns being each about thirty miles from Washington, the latter town being in the middle; so that the report of heavy artillery could be heard at Washington from either of the other two places.Saturday, April 16, 1864, my diary states that Plymouth was attacked by the Confe...

Herein you will find 25 of Europe’s finest and most popular fairy tales. This was the sixth and last time that the famous folklorist Joseph Jacobs teamed up with the equally famous illustrator John D. Batten to produce yet another volume of exquisite fairy tales. Not only exquisitely told, but also exquisitely illustrated with 48 BnW illustrations.Created especially for his granddaughter, Peggy, here you will find the tales like Snowhite, Beauty and the Beast, The Cinder-Maid, All ...

Every version of Goldilocks and the Three Bears in one beautifully formatted e-book with historical footnotes, audio links and stunning original art.The Eleanor Mure pamphletThe Robert Southey versionScrapefootSilver-hair and the Three BearsThe Three BearsThe Story of the Three BearsAnd more ...*Stunningly illustrated with original art from renowned artists John Batten, L. Leslie Brooke, H. J. Ford, Peter Newell, Kay Nielsen, Charl...

An Indian flavor with 29 stories in this collection. These Indian tales resemble the stories that flourished in Europe, such as the tales by the Brothers Grimm and by Aesop. The collector of these stories contends that they are very old, older than the legends and folk-tales that later flourished in Europe. The author believes that India was the originator of this genre and the stories were possibly brought to Europe by the crusaders or other travelers that passed through India.

More Celtic Fairy Tales is part of a series written by the Australian born folklorist Joseph Jacobs. In this book feature over two dozen stories taken from popular oral tradition and united with John D. Batten's black and white drawings, full of movement and energy. Stories include: 'The Fate of the Children of Lir', 'Jack the Cunning Thief', 'Morraha', 'The Farmer of Liddesdale', 'The Legend of Knockgrafton', 'How Cormac Mac Art went to Faery' and many others. Heavily influenced by the Br...