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The Life & Character of the Seal of Prophets - Volume I    by Mirza Bashir Ahmad
Price: Free! 130700 words. Language: English. Published by Ahmadiyya Muslim Community  on June 4, 2013. Nonfiction » Religion and Spirituality » Islam / History.

The fascinating book not only highlights the various aspects of the life of Holy Prophet but also presents the prominent events and episodes in the history of Islam with solid historical testimonies.
Port Hope Simpson Mysteries, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada Oral History Evidence and Interpretation    by Llewelyn Pritchard
Price: $5.95 USD. 8270 words. Language: English. Published on October 17, 2012. Nonfiction » History » North America.

Port Hope Simpson Mysteries, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada Oral History Evidence and Interpretation Series Title: Port Hope Simpson Mysteries Vol 2 by Llewelyn Pritchard Smashwords Edition Copyright 2010 Llewelyn Pritchard Read about the original Oral History interview with Mrs. Kathleen Squire (formerly James) known as “Bunty” or “Bunty James”...
A Short History of Kites    by James P. Abesen
Price: $2.99 USD. 3790 words. Language: English. Published by Mossy Feet Books  on August 17, 2012. Nonfiction » History » Reference.

A Short History of Kites recounts the story of the kite, its Asiatic origins and the various ways that the kite has been used to advance science, sometimes in surprising ways.
The Pride of Lions    by Kristina Howells
Price: $1.99 USD. 20120 words. Language: English. Published on March 8, 2012. Nonfiction » Sports & outdoor recreation » Football & rugby.

Highs and lows in the history of Millwall F.C. as told to a young female by amongst others, Jimmy Carter, John Fashanu, Chris Hart, Margaret Moran MP and Fred Reveall. Relive with them the thrills of promotion, the tension and drama of relegation. Problems at the ground and the sharing of the community spirit.
Massachusetts Covered Bridges    by Harold Stiver
Price: $4.99 USD. 3630 words. Language: English. Published on December 29, 2011. Nonfiction » History » Reference.

A Source book for Photographers and Explorers Descriptions to all of Massachusetts 11 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as photos. GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge. A short history of Covered Bridges in North America and a review of the various Truss Types.
Great Western Railway    by Ciamar Price
Price: Free! 5280 words. Language: English. Published by Ragged Angel Ltd  on November 23, 2011. Nonfiction » Transportation » Railroads.

Designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the Great Western Railway was one of the fastest and most efficient of its time. This is a brief 5,000 word article on the achievements and history of the GWR, designed as an introduction for children or quick reference for older readers. Available free to download, or read online.
Pub Quiz Trivia: Volume 1 - History and Current Events    by Bryan Young
Price: $2.99 USD. 8770 words. Language: English. Published on November 21, 2011. Nonfiction » History » Reference.

In addition to his writing, author Bryan Young is an accomplished Pub Quizmaster and has assembled a collection of his best trivia questions to stump the minds of trivia buffs everywhere. With more than 40 rounds of trivia, Volume 1 covers History and Current Events questions. This is a must have for any trivia buff or Pub Quizmaster.
The Illuminati    by Adam Weishaupt
Price: $3.99 USD. 69180 words. Language: English. Published by Mike Hockney on October 18, 2011. Nonfiction » Philosophy » Religious philosophy.

No secret society is more controversial than the Illuminati, yet almost nothing of the truth of this mysterious ancient Order is available in the public record. Propaganda, misinformation, disinformation, paranoia and downright fantasy are rife. Some have even described the Illuminati as pan-dimensional, shape-shifting Reptilians from another world!
Horrors!    by Dave Dutton
Price: $3.99 USD. 25390 words. Language: English. Published on October 11, 2011. Nonfiction » History » Reference.

Amazing Tales of the Macabre involving Matters Morbid; Bits of Famous Folk; Shocking "Cures"; Strange Deaths and Bizarre People.
JESUS CHRIST. Superstar, Saviour, or Fakir? Is God Real?    by Graham Murray
Price: $0.99 USD. 8650 words. Language: English. Published by Living Books USA  on September 3, 2011. Nonfiction » History » Reference.

Is there life after death? Was Jesus a real person? Are we all just lambs to the slaughter? So many questions, so few answers. Designed to evoke an emotional response, this ebook is an alternate view on the traditional take of the Life of Jesus and the Bible, and is not for the feint-hearted or fanatically religious. Off-beat and often humourous, it is nevertheless biting.