John Timbs (1801-1875) was an English author and antiquary. He was successively editor of the Mirror of Literature, the Harlequin, The Literary World, and sub-editor of the Illustrated London News. Timbs was a prominent member of London literary circles and in 1834 he was elected a fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London..
11 Ebooks by John Timbs
John Timbs: Science Curiosities
Humboldt, in his Cosmos, gives the following beautiful illustrative proofs of this phenomenon:
If, for a moment, we imagine the acuteness of our senses preternaturally heightened to the extreme …
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John Timbs: Eccentricities of the Animal Creation
CURIOUS creatures of Animal Life have been objects of interest to mankind in all ages and countries; the universality of which may be traced to that feeling which ‘makes the whole world kin.’
The …
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John Timbs: Science Curiosities
Humboldt, in his Cosmos, gives the following beautiful illustrative proofs of this phenomenon:
If, for a moment, we imagine the acuteness of our senses preternaturally heightened to the extreme …
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German
€2.99
John Timbs: Anecdotes about Authors, and Artists
In ‘Anecdotes about Authors, and Artists’ by John Timbs, readers are transported to a world filled with captivating stories about renowned literary figures and talented artists. Timbs’ narrative …
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English
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John Timbs: Knowledge for the Time
In ‘Knowledge for the Time’ by John Timbs, readers are taken on a literary journey through various topics including science, history, and philosophy. Timbs’ writing style is characterized by its …
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English
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John Timbs: Things to be Remembered in Daily Life
In ‘Things to be Remembered in Daily Life’ by John Timbs, readers are immersed in a collection of insightful essays that provide a practical guide for navigating everyday challenges. The book blends …
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English
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John Timbs: Curiosities of Science, Past and Present
In ‘Curiosities of Science, Past and Present’ by John Timbs, readers are taken on a captivating journey through the fascinating world of scientific curiosities. Written in a clear and engaging style, …
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English
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John Timbs: Club Life of London (Vol. 1&2)
Club Life of London in two volumes is a work of social history that presents the pictures of the social life of England’s Capital, with anecdotes of the clubs, coffee-houses and taverns of the …
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English
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John Timbs: London Club Life
In ‘London Club Life, ‘ John Timbs explores the exclusive world of gentlemen’s clubs in Victorian London, delving into the social hierarchy, rules of membership, and unique customs that defined this …
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English
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John Timbs: Anecdotes about Authors, and Artists
In ‘Anecdotes about Authors, and Artists’ by John Timbs, readers are treated to a collection of fascinating stories and anecdotes about prominent writers and artists from various literary and …
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English
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