History - Essays

The book ""History Of Madison County, Indiana, From 1820 To 1874: Giving A General Review Of Principal Events, Statistical And Historical Items"" by Samuel Harden is a comprehensive historical account of Madison County, Indiana. The book covers the period from 1820 to 1874 and...

Arrian's History Of The Expedition Of Alexander The Great, And Conquest Of Persia is a historical account of Alexander the Great's military campaign and conquest of Persia. Originally written in Greek by Arrian in the 2nd century AD, this book is a translation of...

Sketches in the History of the Underground Railroad is a historical book written by Eber M. Pettit in 1879. The book tells the stories of many thrilling incidents of the escape of fugitives from slavery and the perils of those who aided them. The...

""A History Of American Political Theories"" is a comprehensive analysis of the political theories that have shaped American politics from the colonial period to the early 20th century. Written by Charles Edward Merriam and first published in 1915, this book examines the evolution of...

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Aristocracy and Justice: Shelburne Essays is a collection of essays written by Paul Elmer More, a prominent American literary critic and essayist. The essays explore the theme of aristocracy and justice, examining the role of the aristocracy in society and its relationship with justice.More...

The book ""The Phenomena of the Universe or Natural History of the Basis of Natural Philosophy"" by Francis Bacon is a comprehensive work that explores the fundamental principles of natural philosophy. Bacon, a renowned philosopher and scientist, delves into the phenomena of the universe,...

Irish Folk History Plays: Grania, Kincora And Devorgilla is a collection of three plays written by Lady Gregory, an Irish playwright and folklorist. The plays are based on Irish folklore and history, and each tells the story of a different legendary figure from Ireland's...

A Brief History Of The Joy Family (1876) is a book written by an anonymous author who identifies themselves as ""One Of Them."" The book is a genealogical account of the Joy family, tracing their lineage back to the 16th century. The author provides...

The History of World Literature by Walter Blair is a comprehensive guide to the evolution of literature across the globe. The book explores the literary traditions of various cultures and civilizations, starting from ancient times to the present day. The author takes the readers...

Rechabite History: A Record Of The Origin, Rise, And Progress Of The Independent Order Of Rechabites is a book written by Richardson Campbell in 1911. The book provides a comprehensive history of the Independent Order of Rechabites, a fraternal organization that originated in England...

Foundations of the Nineteenth Century is a two-volume work by Houston Stewart Chamberlain, first published in 1899. This book is the second volume of the work and was published in 1912. The book is a study of the history and culture of Europe from...

""Notable Events In The History Of Dover, New Hampshire: From The First Settlement In 1623 To 1865"" is a historical book written by George Wadleigh in 1913. The book provides a detailed account of the significant events that took place in Dover, New Hampshire,...

""History of the Byzantine Empire: From 716 to 1057"" is a book written by George Finlay in 1906. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Byzantine Empire during the period of 716 to 1057. The Byzantine Empire, also known as the Eastern Roman...

This is a history of the author's home, Tobago, one of the Windward Islands and now part of the nation of Trinidad and Tobago. In the era of tobacco, indigo and sugar, its fertility was sought after by Courlanders (Latvians), the Dutch, the French...

""A Sketch Of The History Of Harvard College And Of Its Present State"" is a comprehensive account of the history of Harvard College, one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States. Written by Samuel A. Eliot, a former president of...

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This Is A New Release Of The Original 1831 Edition.Author: Charles Friedrich NeumannISBN-10: 1498186564ISBN-13: 9781498186568Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 176Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.54lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.38d

""A History of Mississippi: From the Discovery of the Great River by Hernando DeSoto"" is a comprehensive account of the state of Mississippi from its early beginnings to the present day. Written by Robert Lowry, the book traces the state's history from the arrival...

""A History of Chemistry: From the Earliest Times Till the Present Day"" by James Campbell Brown is a comprehensive overview of the development of chemistry over thousands of years. The book covers the evolution of chemistry from ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and...

The History Of Guilford County, North Carolina (1902) is a comprehensive account of the early settlement and development of Guilford County, a region located in the Piedmont area of North Carolina. The book is authored by Sallie Walker Stockard, a prominent historian and genealogist...

Lectures On The History Of Preaching is a book written by John A. Broadus and first published in 1893. It is a comprehensive study of the history of preaching, covering the development of preaching from the earliest times to the late 19th century. The...

After Wild Sheep in the Altai and Mongolia is a book written by Elim Pavlovich Demidov in 1900. The book is a detailed account of Demidov's hunting expeditions in the Altai and Mongolia regions, where he hunted for wild sheep. The book is divided...

Echoes of Harper's Ferry (1860) is a historical non-fiction book written by James Redpath. The book recounts the events leading up to the raid on Harper's Ferry, Virginia, by abolitionist John Brown in 1859. Redpath was a journalist and abolitionist who covered the trial...

How I Discovered America: Confessions Of The Marquis Boni De Castellane is a memoir written by the French aristocrat and socialite Boni de Castellane. The book chronicles the author's journey to America in the early 20th century, where he discovered a new world of...

Washington Byline: The Personal History of a Newspaperwoman is a memoir written by Bess Furman, detailing her experiences as a journalist in the United States capital. Furman discusses her early life and how she became interested in journalism, as well as her experiences reporting...

Author: Harold VinalISBN-10: 1258254085ISBN-13: 9781258254087Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/25/2012Pages: 100Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.32lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.21d

The History of Butler County, Alabama: From 1815 to 1885 (1885) is a comprehensive historical account of the development and growth of Butler County, Alabama during the 19th century. The book, written by John Buckner Little, provides a detailed overview of the county's early...

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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Chautauqua, Historical and Descriptive: A Guide to the Principal Points of Interest on Lake Chautauqua is a book written by A Chautauquan in 1884. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the history and geography of Lake Chautauqua, located in western New York State....

Patriots' Daughters is a historical book written by the Daughters of the American Revolution in 1904. The book is a collection of biographies of women who were the daughters of American Revolutionary War patriots. The book provides a detailed account of the lives of...

""An Essay On Some Of The Prominent Doctrines And Testimonies Of Friends"" is a book written by Abraham Shearman in 1843. The book explores the beliefs and practices of the Quaker community, also known as the Society of Friends. Shearman provides a detailed analysis...

Short History of the Reformation is a book written by John Fletcher Hurst and published in 1884. The book provides a concise overview of the Protestant Reformation, a major religious movement that took place in Europe during the 16th century. The author covers the...

""Along The Andes"" is a travelogue written by Ambrose Petrocokino and published in 1903. The book describes the author's journey through the Andes mountains, starting from Lima, Peru, and ending in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Petrocokino provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures...

Outline of Church History is a comprehensive book written by John Fletcher Hurst in 1883. The book provides a detailed overview of the history of the Christian Church, from its beginnings to the 19th century. Hurst's work is organized chronologically, tracing the development of...

""History Of A Suit In Equity: As Prosecuted And Defended In The Virginia State Courts And In The U.S. Circuit Courts"" is a book written by Alexander Hamilton Sands in 1854. The book provides a comprehensive account of a legal case that was tried...

Arthur Sullivan: With A Chapter By Ernest Ford (1903) is a biographical book written by Henry Saxe Wyndham about the life and career of the famous English composer, Arthur Sullivan. The book provides a detailed account of Sullivan's early life, his musical education, and...

""The Federal Trade Commission: Its History, Activities And Organization"" is a book written by William Stull Holt and first published in 1922. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), a regulatory body established by the United States government in...

""Uncle Dick Wootton: The Pioneer Frontiersman Of The Rocky Mountain Region"" by Howard Louis Conard is a biographical book that tells the story of one of the most legendary figures of the American West. Richard Wootton, also known as Uncle Dick, was a frontiersman,...

Royal Mothers and their Ruling Children: Wielding Political Authority from Antiquity to the Early Modern Era brings together a range of case studies from the Pre-Modern era to illustrate key themes with regard to motherhood, ambition and authority, with a focus on queens and...

""Exercises On The Three Hundredth Anniversary Of The Landing Of The Pilgrims"" is a book written by the Massachusetts Pilgrim Tercentenary Committee in 1920. The book contains exercises and activities that were conducted during the celebration of the 300th anniversary of the landing of...

Dulany's History of Maryland: From 1632 to 1900 is a comprehensive historical account of the state of Maryland in the United States, written by a Marylander and published in 1901. The book covers the period from the founding of Maryland in 1632 by Lord...

""History of the Kuykendall Family: Since Its Settlement in Dutch New York in 1646"" is a book written by George Benson Kuykendall and published in 1919. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Kuykendall family's history, tracing its roots back to the early...

""A History Of Highland County, Virginia"" is a comprehensive account of the development and growth of Highland County, Virginia, written by Oren Frederic Morton and originally published in 1911. The book covers the period from the earliest settlement of the region to the early...

Introduction To A History Of Ironmaking And Coal Mining In Pennsylvania (1878) is a comprehensive historical account of the ironmaking and coal mining industries in Pennsylvania during the 18th and 19th centuries. The book is written by James Moore Swank, a prominent historian and...

A ground-breaking work of nation building, this unique biographical book by many of English and French Canada's best-known writers and thinkers -- Margaret Atwood, Lucien Bouchard, Dr. Samantha Nutt, Ken Dryden, etc. -- tells the story of the extraordinary legacy of the French contribution...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...