History - Essays

The book ""History Of The Town Of Manchester: Essex County, Massachusetts, 1645-1895"" is a comprehensive account of the history of Manchester, a town located in Essex County, Massachusetts. Written by Darius Francis Lamson and originally published in 1895, the book covers the period from...

The Reminiscences of Daniel Bliss is a memoir written by Daniel Bliss, an American missionary and educator who lived from 1823 to 1916. The book was first published in 1920, several years after Bliss's death, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into the life...

A History of the Church: From the Edict of Milan, A. D. 313, to the Council of Chalcedon, A. D. 451 is a book written by William Bright in 1860. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Christian Church during...

""A Standard History Of Jasper And Newton Counties, Indiana V2 (1916)"" is a historical book written by Lewis H. Hamilton. This book is a detailed account of the history of Jasper and Newton Counties in Indiana, USA. The book is divided into two volumes,...

The History of Alfred the Great is a book written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1853. The book is a biographical account of the life of Alfred the Great, who was the King of Wessex from 871 to 899. The book covers Alfred's...

The History of Tuscany V4: From the Earliest Era is a book written by Lorenzo Pignotti and published in 1826. It is a comprehensive account of the history of Tuscany, a region in central Italy, from ancient times to the early 19th century. The...

""History of the Delhi Massacre: Its Supposed Origin, and the Means Being Adopted to Avenge the Murder of the British Subjects"" is a book written by an anonymous female author in 1858. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to...

The History of Ancient Mexican Art: An Essay in Outline is a book written by Walter Lehmann and first published in 1922. It is a comprehensive overview of the art and culture of ancient Mexico, covering the pre-Columbian period up to the arrival of...

The Natural History of Oxford-Shire is a book written by Robert Plot in 1705. It is an essay that explores the natural history of England, with a particular focus on the county of Oxfordshire. The book covers a range of topics, including geology, botany,...

Maxwell History and Genealogy is a book published in 1916 by Florence Wilson Houston. It is a comprehensive guide to the history and genealogy of the Maxwell family, tracing their roots back to Scotland and Ireland. The book includes information on the family's migration...

Ceylon, The Paradise Of Adam: The Record Of Seven Years������� Residence In The Island is a book written by Caroline Corner and published in 1908. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences during her seven-year stay in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka)....

From Halakhic innovation to blood libels, from the establishment of new mendicant orders to the institutionalization of Islamicate bureaucracy, and from the development of the inquisitorial process to the rise of yeshivas, universities, and madrasas, the long thirteenth century saw a profusion of political,...

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""The Gentile Nations"" is a historical and religious account of various ancient civilizations, written by George Smith and originally published in 1853. The book covers the history and beliefs of the Egyptians, Assyrians, Babylonians, Medes, Persians, Greeks, and Romans, providing a comprehensive overview of...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

From the author of Cursed Objects and The United States of Cryptids, an eye-popping compendium of the most infamous, audacious, and dangerous cults in history How do smart, normal people end up enmeshed in extreme cults? Weird history expert J. W. Ocker strives to...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Lemba was a symbol of American antislavery struggle that, with his skill and courage under fire, was able to maintain rebellion for almost fifteen years. His image appears in all the studies on the history of American slavery. The first to mention him was...

This essay expounds on the experiences of Cypriot citizens during the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus. Featuring the voices of several contemporary Cypriots, this work acts as more than a recounting of past historical events within the political sphere; it also offers inquisitives the...

King Solomon and His Followers is a historical book written by C. Gavitt. The book tells the story of King Solomon, one of the most famous and powerful figures in the Bible. It explores the life of Solomon, his reign as king of Israel,...

""A History of the English Agricultural Laborer"" is a book written by Wilhelm Hasbach and first published in 1908. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of agricultural laborers in England, from the medieval period to the early 20th century. Hasbach examines...

The American Nations V1, Generalities And Annals: Or Outlines Of A National History, Of The Ancient And Modern Nations Of North And South America (1836) is a book written by Constantine Samuel Rafinesque. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the ancient and modern...

""History of the Hatting Trade in Danbury, Connecticut: From Its Commencement in 1780 to the Present Time (1860)"" is a book written by William H. Francis. The book provides a detailed account of the hatting industry in Danbury, Connecticut, from its inception in 1780...

""Conspiracy In Algiers 1942-1943"" is a historical account of the events that took place in Algiers during World War II. Written by Pierre-Gosset and Renee, the book explores the political and social climate of Algiers during the war and the conspiracy that led to...

Author: Frank Repp CaldwellISBN-10: 1258634074ISBN-13: 9781258634070Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/23/2013Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.10d

Author: Hobart Cole RamseyISBN-10: 1258563045ISBN-13: 9781258563042Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/09/2013Pages: 28Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.11lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.06d

Author: Rex R. EastmanISBN-10: 1258496690ISBN-13: 9781258496692Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/13/2012Pages: 130Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.28d

""A History of the Seal of Confession"" by Bertrand Kurtscheid is a comprehensive exploration of the religious practice of the Seal of Confession throughout history. The book delves into the origins of the Seal of Confession and its development over time, tracing its evolution...

Author: Walter HovingISBN-10: 1258288095ISBN-13: 9781258288099Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/14/2012Pages: 158Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.34d

The book ""The Early Settlement Of Dallas Township: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania"" by William Penn Ryman, published in 1901, provides a detailed account of the history and development of Dallas Township in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The author delves into the early settlement of the area,...

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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...

""History Of Omaha: From The Pioneer Days To The Present Time"" is a book written by Alfred Rasmus Sorenson and originally published in 1889. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Omaha, Nebraska, from its early days as a pioneer settlement...

""A Defense of the Truth: Called For By Neatby's History of the Plymouth Brethren"" is a book written by W.M. Sibthorpe in 1903. The book is a response to a history of the Plymouth Brethren written by J. R. Neatby, which Sibthorpe argues contained...

""Makers of American History: William Penn and James Oglethorpe"" is a book written by George E. Ellis in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive look at the lives and contributions of two important figures in American history: William Penn and James Oglethorpe. William Penn...

""The True History Of A Little Ragamuffin"" is a novel written by James Greenwood. The book follows the story of a young boy named Dick who grows up in poverty-stricken conditions in the slums of London during the 19th century. Despite his hardships, Dick...

""Universal History V1: From The Creation Of The World To The Beginning Of The Eighteenth Century"" is a historical book written by Alexander Fraser Tytler. The book covers the history of the world from the beginning of time up until the 18th century. It...

The History Of Colored Masonry In The United States is a book written by Albert G. Mackey that explores the history of Freemasonry among African Americans in the United States. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the development and evolution of African American...

The book ""History Of Genesee County Michigan V1, Part 1: Her People, Industries And Institutions (1916)"" is a comprehensive historical account of the county of Genesee in Michigan, United States. Written by Edwin Orin Wood, the book is divided into two parts, with the...

Illuminated Illustrations of Froissart is a book that was published in 1845 and features the work of Jean Froissart. The book is a collection of illustrations that were created to accompany Froissart's Chronicles, which is a historical work that covers the events of the...

American History: 1492 To The Present Day is a comprehensive book that covers the history of the United States from the time of Christopher Columbus' arrival in 1492 up until the present day. Written by Gertrude Van Duyn Southworth, this book provides a detailed...

How can men be brought to look steadily on the face of battle? Tenochtitl n, the great city of the Aztecs, was the creation of war, and war was its dynamic. In the title work of this compelling collection of essays, Inga Clendinnen reconstructs...