History - Essays

A Short History of Chemistry, written by Francis Preston Venable in 1894, is a comprehensive guide to the development of chemistry from ancient times to the late 19th century. The book covers the contributions of prominent chemists, such as Lavoisier, Dalton, and Mendeleev, as...

""A System of Figure Skating"" by Henry Eugene Vandervell is a comprehensive guide to the theory and practice of figure skating, as it was developed in England in the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of the history and origins of...

""The History and Romance of the Horse"" by Arthur Vernon is a comprehensive book that explores the fascinating history of horses and their relationship with humans. The book covers the evolution of horses, their domestication, their use in warfare, transportation, and sport, and their...

""Famous Riders and Their Horses: Twelve Famous Rides in American History"" by Lawton B. Evans is a collection of stories about some of the most legendary horseback journeys in American history. The book profiles 12 famous riders, including Paul Revere, Davy Crockett, and Annie...

Author: Michael George HartleyISBN-10: 1258613166ISBN-13: 9781258613167Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/09/2013Pages: 164Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.35d

Author: Charles Edward Doell, Gerald B. FitzgeraldISBN-10: 1258460629ISBN-13: 9781258460624Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/25/2012Pages: 136Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.42lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.29d

Author: Elisabeth Stancy PayneISBN-10: 1258277948ISBN-13: 9781258277949Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/07/2012Pages: 302Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.89lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.63d

The History Of The Discovery And Conquest Of The Canary Islands is a book written by Juan De Abreu De Galindo in 1767. The book provides a detailed account of the discovery and conquest of the Canary Islands, which were an important center of...

""Heroes of Early American History"" is a historical book written by Albert Lindsay Rowland in 1920. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of some of the most important figures in early American history. Rowland focuses on the lives of the founding fathers,...

""Toy Dogs and Their Ancestors"" is a comprehensive book written by Mrs. Neville Lytton in 1911 that delves into the history and management of toy dogs, specifically toy spaniels, Pekingese, Japanese, and Pomeranians. The book explores the origins of these breeds and their development...

The Combat Of The Thirty is a historical novel written by William Harrison Ainsworth in 1859. The story is based on a true event that took place in the fourteenth century, known as the Combat of the Thirty. The novel is set in Brittany,...

The Chronicles of Scotland V1 (1814) is a historical book written by Robert Lindsay. It is a detailed account of the history of Scotland from the earliest times up to the reign of James VI. The book is divided into chapters, each covering a...

Riding And Driving: Hints On The History, Housing, Harnessing And Handling Of The Horse is a book written by Edward Lowell Anderson in 1905. The book is a comprehensive guide on how to care for and handle horses, specifically in the context of riding...

Researches Into The History Of Tain: Earlier And Later (1882) is a book written by William Taylor. The book is a comprehensive study of the history of Tain, a town in Scotland. The book provides a detailed account of the town's history from its...

Modern Hyderabad: Deccan (1914) is a book written by John Law that provides a comprehensive account of the city of Hyderabad, located in the Deccan region of India, during the early 20th century. The book covers various aspects of the city, including its history,...

The History of George Godfrey V2 is a book written by George Godfrey himself. It is a detailed account of his life and experiences, including his upbringing, education, and career. Godfrey was a prominent figure in the 18th century, known for his skills as...

A History Of The Jews In England is a comprehensive book written by Albert M. Hyamson that explores the history of the Jewish community in England. The book covers the period from the arrival of Jews in England in the 11th century to the...

""Notes on Antiquities in Ramannadesa, the Talaing Country of Burma"" is a book written by Richard Carnac Temple and published in 1894. The book is a comprehensive guide to the ancient history and archaeology of Ramannadesa, a region in Burma that was once ruled...

The Freshwater Fishes of Europe is a comprehensive historical account of the genera, species, structure, habits, and distribution of freshwater fishes in Europe. Written by Harry Govier Seeley and originally published in 1886, this book provides an in-depth exploration of the various types of...

""History of Eufaula, Alabama: The Bluff City of the Chattahoochee"" is a book written by J.A.B. Besson in 1875. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Eufaula, a city located in Alabama, United States. The author explores the city's origins, its...

""History of the Mennonites"" is a book written by Daniel Kolb Cassel and published in 1887. The book is a comprehensive account of the history and development of the Mennonite religious group, from its origins in the 16th century to the present day. Cassel...

The History of the Stewart or Stuart Family is a book written by Henry James Lee and published in 1920. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Stewart or Stuart family, a prominent Scottish royal dynasty that ruled Scotland and later England from...

""History of York Lodge, No. 197, Free and Accepted Masons"" is a detailed account of the origins and development of the York Lodge, a Masonic organization, from its establishment on January 13, 1824, to June 7, 1887. The author, Thomas Keating, provides a comprehensive...

The Kaiser I Knew: My Fourteen Years With The Kaiser (1918) is a memoir written by Arthur Newton Davis, who served as Kaiser Wilhelm II's personal valet and close confidant for fourteen years. The book provides an intimate and revealing portrait of the Kaiser,...

""History Of The Counties Of Argenteuil, Quebec And Prescott, Ontario: From The Earliest Settlement To The Present"" is a historical book written by Cyrus Thomas in 1896. The book is a detailed account of the history of two counties, Argenteuil in Quebec and Prescott...

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...

With the selective history of North Omaha provided in Volume I of this series, Volume II begins with some closing chapters on North Omaha from Chapter I due to space considerations. These holdover chapters from Volume I include the Black church, the Black media...

Trotskyism: Counter Revolution In Disguise is a non-fiction book written by M. J. Olgin. The book explores the history and ideology of Trotskyism, a political movement that emerged from the Russian Revolution of 1917 and was led by Leon Trotsky. Olgin argues that Trotskyism...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1915 Edition.Author: John ErskineISBN-10: 1497971357ISBN-13: 9781497971356Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 176Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.54lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.38d

""The Viking Age V1: The Early History Manners And Customs Of The Ancestors Of The English Speaking Nations"" is a book written by Paul B. Du Chaillu that explores the history, culture, and customs of the Viking people during the early medieval period. The...

This is a new release of the original 1927 edition.Author: Abba Hillel SilverISBN-10: 1494071746ISBN-13: 9781494071745Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 286Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.60d

This is a new release of the original 1932 edition.Author: Manly Palmer HallISBN-10: 1494026716ISBN-13: 9781494026714Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 158Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.34d

""The Trappist Monk"" is a book that provides a concise history of the Order of Reformed Cistercians, also known as the Trappists. It is written by H. J. McDermott and includes a sketch of the Abbey of New Melleray, which is a Trappist monastery...

Trigeminal Neuralgia: Its History And Treatment is a comprehensive book written by Byron Polk Stookey that provides a detailed insight into the history and treatment of trigeminal neuralgia. The book is specifically designed to help patients suffering from this condition, as well as medical...

""A Concise History of Painting: From Giotto to Cezanne"" is a book written by Michael Levey that provides an overview of the evolution of painting from the 14th to the 19th century. The book covers the major artistic movements, styles, and techniques that emerged...

""A Collection of State Papers: Relative to the First Acknowledgment of the Sovereignty of the United States of America"" is a historical book written by John Adams. The book is a compilation of various official documents, letters, and diplomatic correspondence that were exchanged between...

""A History Of Anti-Pedobaptism: From The Rise Of Pedobaptism To 1609"" is a book written by Albert Henry Newman and published in 1896. The book explores the history of anti-pedobaptism, a movement that rejected the practice of infant baptism in favor of adult baptism....

""History Of The Pittsburgh Synod Of The General Synod Of The Evangelical Lutheran Church: 1748, 1845, 1904"" is a historical book written by Burgess Ellis Beaver. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Pittsburgh Synod of the General Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran...

The History of the Prima Primaria Sodality of the Annunciation and Sts. Peter and Paul is a book written by Elder Mullan. This book provides a comprehensive account of the Prima Primaria Sodality, a religious organization that was established in the Annunciation and Sts....

Mount Morris, Past and Present is a historical book written by Kable Brothers in 1900. The book provides an illustrated history of the township and the village of Mount Morris, located in Ogle County, Illinois. The book covers various aspects of the history of...

The History of Goodhue County: Including a Sketch of the Territory and State of Minnesota is a book published in 1878 by Wood, Alley and Company Publishers. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Goodhue County, which is located in southeastern...

A Brief History Of The Delaware Indians is a book written by Richard Calmit Adams in 1906. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history, culture, and traditions of the Delaware Indians, also known as the Lenape people. The author traces the origins...

The History And Traditions Of Marblehead is a book written by Samuel Roads Jr. and first published in 1880. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and traditions of Marblehead, a coastal town located in Massachusetts, United States. The book covers a...

""An Account of the Kingdom of Nepaul"" is a book written by William Kirkpatrick in 1811. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the Kingdom of Nepal, its people, culture, geography, history, and politics. The author, who was a British resident in...

Twelve Essays By Ralph Waldo Emerson is a collection of essays written by the famous American philosopher and writer, Ralph Waldo Emerson. First published in 1849, the book contains twelve essays that cover a wide range of topics, including self-reliance, nature, friendship, and history....

The Bow: Its History, Manufacture, and Use is a comprehensive guide written by Henry Saint-George in 1896. The book explores the history of the bow, from its origins in ancient times to its use in modern times. It covers the various types of bows...

""A History of Norfolk"" is a comprehensive account of the English county of Norfolk, written by Walter Rye and originally published in 1885. The book covers the county's history from prehistoric times up until the late 19th century, exploring the area's geological features, early...

The History Of The Town Of Malmesbury And Of Its Ancient Abbey is a comprehensive book that delves into the rich history of the town of Malmesbury and its famous abbey. Written by James T. Bird, the book offers a detailed account of the...

""A Thrilling and Truthful History of the Pony Express or Blazing the Westward Way"" by William Lightfoot Visscher is a non-fiction book that chronicles the history of the Pony Express, a mail delivery service that operated in the United States during the mid-19th century....

The History of Torture Throughout the Ages is a comprehensive book by George Ryley Scott that delves into the gruesome practice of torture throughout human history. The book covers the evolution of torture from its early origins to its use in modern times. It...