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  • The Adventures of Kimble Bent: A Story of Wild Life in the New Zealand Bush

    by James Cowan ...
    This book is not a work of fiction. It is a plain narrative of real life in the New Zealand bush, a true story of adventure in a day not yet remote, when adventure in abundance was still to be had in the land of the Maori. Every name used is a real one, every character who appears in these pages had existence in those war days of forty years ago. Every incident described here is a faithful record ... Read more

    $8.69 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Michelangelo

    Poems of Love

    by James Cowan ...
    In the history of western art there are but few titans. One of the greatest of all these artists, however, is Michelangelo. He stands before us like a colossus, the range of his work reaching beyond that of any other artist before his time, or since. Famed for his sculptures, it is a lesser known fact that Michelangelo was also a great poet. But a writer of love poetry? How could a man who made ... Read more

    $9.89 CAD

  • Maori Folk-tales of the Port Hills, Canterbury, New Zealand

    by James Cowan ...
    With the opening of tracks along the bold range of heights between the Canterbury Plains and Lyttelton Harbour, and the acquisition of new reserves for the public, mainly through the efforts of one tireless worker, Mr. H. G. Ell, Christchurch residents are perhaps coming to a more lively sense of the value of the Port Hills as a place of genuine recreation. The Summit Road has made city people ... Read more

    $8.69 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Daybreak: A Romance of an Old World

    by James Cowan ...
    The novel is set in an unspecified location and era in the past, often described as an "old world" setting. It tells the story of romantic relationships and intertwining destinies amidst the backdrop of a bygone era. "Daybreak" explores themes of love, fate, and the complexities of human relationships, often within a historical or romanticized context.James Cowan, known for his imaginative ... Read more

    $1.33 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The old frontier: Te Awamutu, the story of the Waipa Valley

    by James Cowan ...
    "The Old Frontier: Te Awamutu, the Story of the Waipa Valley" by James Cowan is a captivating exploration of the rich history and cultural heritage of the Waipa Valley in New Zealand. Cowan delves into the lives of the early settlers, the indigenous Māori people, and the significant events that shaped the region. Through vivid storytelling and detailed accounts, he paints a picture of the ... Read more

    $1.31 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The adventures of Kimble Bent: A story of wild life in the New Zealand bush

    by James Cowan ...
    "The Adventures of Kimble Bent" is a captivating narrative that immerses readers in the untamed beauty of the New Zealand bush. Authored by James Cowan, the book chronicles the life of Kimble Bent, a man who embraced the wilderness and its challenges. Through vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, Cowan brings to life the flora and fauna of New Zealand, as well as the rich cultural tapestry ... Read more

    $1.31 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Effects of Sound on People

    by James P. Cowan ...
    Series series Wiley Series in Acoustics Noise and Vibration
    Provides a summary of current research results on the physiological and psychological effects of sound on peopleCovers how the operation of the hearing mechanism affects our reactions to soundsIncludes research results from studies on noise sources of public concern such as transportation, public utility, and recreational sources, with emphasis on low frequency sound and infrasoundCovers sounds ... Read more

    $138.99 CAD

  • The Old Frontier, Te Awamutu, the Story of Waipa Valley

    Restored Classics to Go Edition

    by James Cowan ...
    Series series
    Excerpt: "This sketch of the history of the Waipa district centreing in Te Awamutu has been written especially with a view to interesting the younger generation of colonists, and the now large population on both sides of the old Maori border, in the uncommonly dramatic story of the beautiful country in which their homes are set. The original settlers to whom many of the events here described were ... Read more

    $3.99 CAD

  • The Adventures of Kimble Bent : James Cowan's Historical Saga: Unraveling the Extraordinary in "The Adventures of Kimble Bent".

    by James Cowan ...
    The Adventures of Kimble Bent by James Cowan: Embark on a riveting journey into the untamed landscapes of 19th-century New Zealand with “The Adventures of Kimble Bent“ by the masterful storyteller James Cowan. This captivating narrative unfolds the remarkable true story of Kimble Bent, a man whose life becomes a gripping tale of survival, cultural clash, and the enduring spirit of an outsider in a ... Read more

    $0.70 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Adventures of Kimble Bent, A Story of Wild Life in the New Zealand Bush

    Restored Classics to Go Edition

    by James Cowan ...
    Series series
    This book is not a work of fiction. It is a plain narrative of real life in the New Zealand bush, a true story of adventure in a day not yet remote, when adventure in abundance was still to be had in the land of the Maori. Every name used is a real one, every character who appears in these pages had existence in those war days of forty years ago. Every incident described here is a faithful record ... Read more

    $3.99 CAD

  • ONE

    Parmenides and his Vision

    by James Cowan ...
    ONE: Parmenides and his Vision is James Cowan's personal exploration into the thought and writings of the Greek philosopher Parmenides. Cowan recognized this pre-Socratic philosopher as having a unique place within the history of human thought. Parmenides' poem The Way of Truth is shown here to have been the pioneer in the science of metaphysics.James Cowan, like Parmenides before him, is on a ... Read more

    $10.69 CAD

  • Desert Father

    A Journey in the Wilderness with Saint Anthony

    by James Cowan ...
    The spiritual exploits of Saint Anthony the Great—the prototype of the Christian "Desert Father"—have been immortalized in stories and art since the fourth century. Here is the stunning account of a modern seeker's quest to get beneath the legends that surround Anthony and to determine whether his extreme way of life has something to offer people in today's world. James Cowan's quest takes him to ... Read more

    $19.19 CAD