History - Essays

Once described as "that metropolis of dress and debauchery" by the Scottish poet David Mallet, Paris has always had a reputation for a peculiar joie de vivre, from art to architecture, cookery to couture, captivating minds and imaginations across the Continent and beyond. In...

This is a different type of history book. It is a comprehensive, Biblical look at the history of the United States. A hundred years ago there were two primary styles of historical recording. One was "the textbook style." The other was "the popular style"-where...

In Habitations of Modernity, Dipesh Chakrabarty explores the complexities of modernism in India and seeks principles of humaneness grounded in everyday life that may elude grand political theories. The questions that motivate Chakrabarty are shared by all postcolonial historians and anthropologists: How do we...

With concepts of participation discussed in multiple disciplines from media studies to anthropology, from political sciences to sociology, the first issue of the new yearbook History of Intellectual Culture (HIC) dedicates a thematic section to the way knowledge can and arguably must be conceptualized...

This analysis of the involvement of the South African Defence Force in the counterinsurgency campaign led by the armed forces of Portugal aims to identify the nature of the engagement and to see what lessons can be drawn from the point of view of...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1921 Edition.Author: Edward CarpenterISBN-10: 1498012906ISBN-13: 9781498012904Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 284Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.84lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.60d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1919 Edition.Author: Thomas M. JacksonISBN-10: 149796816XISBN-13: 9781497968165Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 166Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.51lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.35d

This is a new release of the original 1945 edition.Author: Lucy Mack SmithISBN-10: 1494097176ISBN-13: 9781494097172Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 372Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.09lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.77d

Engraved Gems: Their History And An Elaborate View Of Their Place In Art is a comprehensive book on the history and significance of engraved gems, written by Maxwell Sommerville in 1889. The book provides a detailed account of the use of engraved gems throughout...

""Censorship of Special Classes of Books: Canons 1387-1391, A History and Commentary"" is a book written by Nathaniel L. Sonntag that explores the history and implications of the Catholic Church's censorship of certain types of literature. Specifically, the book focuses on the canons 1387-1391,...

""Heroes of the Alcazar"" is a non-fiction book written by Rodolphe Timmermans, providing an authentic account of the events that took place during the Spanish Civil War in 1936. The book focuses on the heroic actions of the defenders of the Alcazar fortress in...

""The History of Chivalry or Knighthood and Its Time"" is a comprehensive account of the origins, development, and decline of chivalry and knighthood in medieval Europe. Written by Charles Mills, a 19th-century historian and scholar of the Middle Ages, the book explores the social,...

The Phenomena of the Universe or Natural History of the Basis of Natural Philosophy is a book written by Francis Bacon. It is a comprehensive exploration of the natural world and the laws that govern it. The book covers a wide range of topics...

The Battle of the Aleutians: A Graphic History, 1942-1943 is a book written by Dashiell Hammett that recounts the little-known battle that took place in the Aleutian Islands during World War II. The book is presented in a graphic novel format, with illustrations by...

The book ""History of the Sinn Fein Movement and the Irish Rebellion of 1916"" by Francis P. Jones was published in 1917. It is a comprehensive account of the political and military events leading up to the Easter Rising of 1916 in Ireland, and...

Kaiserswerth Deaconesses is a historical book written by A Lady in 1857. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Kaiserswerth Institution, which was founded in 1836 by Theodor Fliedner in Germany. The institution was established to train women to become deaconesses and serve...

Bulawayo Up-To-Date: Being A General Sketch Of Rhodesia is a historical book written by Walter H. Wills in 1899. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Rhodesia, a former British colony in southern Africa which is now known as Zimbabwe. Wills covers a range...

""The Civil and Political History of the State of Tennessee: From Its Earliest Settlement Up to the Year 1796"" is a historical book written by John Haywood and published in 1891. The book provides a detailed account of the early history of Tennessee, from...

Historical and Geographical Enigmas is a book written by F. M. Ingall and published in 1866. The book is a collection of interesting exercises on both ancient and modern history and geography. It is designed to challenge and stimulate the mind of the reader,...

Velocipedes, Bicycles, and Tricycles: How to Make and How to Use Them, with a Sketch of Their History, Invention, and Progress is a book written by Velox in 1869. The book provides a comprehensive guide on the construction and use of velocipedes, bicycles, and...

Flatbush: Past and Present is a historical book written by Edmund D. Fisher in 1901. The book provides a comprehensive account of the town of Flatbush, located in Brooklyn, New York. It covers the town's history from its founding in the 17th century up...

The History of Flagellation: The Whip as an Instrument of Punishment, Torture, Self-Beatings, Religion, and Erotic Stimulation is a comprehensive exploration of the cultural and historical significance of flagellation. Written by Joseph McCabe, this book delves into the various ways in which the whip...

""Peary: The Man Who Refused To Fail"" is a biography written by Fitzhugh Green about the life of Robert E. Peary, an American explorer who is best known for his expeditions to the Arctic. The book provides a detailed account of Peary's life, from...

""A History of Missouri"" is a comprehensive book written by Eugene Morrow Violette that covers the entire history of the state of Missouri. The book begins with the earliest known inhabitants of the region and traces the various waves of settlers and explorers who...

The contemporary athletic shoe has experienced an evolution comparable to man. What began as necessity matriculated to style, then morphed into a culture with its own multicultural identity. Sole Food, through the vehicle of sneaker culture addresses societal ills, life and identity within that...

The papers in this volume were presented at the Icon Book & Paper Group Third Triennial Conference 2021 entitled Mod Cons: Modern Conservation. Modern Conveniences. Modern Constraints. Topics include: decolonization; new treatments; educational programs; business models; sustainability initiatives and frameworks. The scope of the...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1882 Edition.Author: Theobald BohmISBN-10: 1498178944ISBN-13: 9781498178945Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 84Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.27lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.17d

A History of Civilization in Palestine is a book written by Robert Alexander Stewart Macalister in 1921. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Palestine, from prehistoric times to the early 20th century. Macalister, a renowned archaeologist and scholar, delves into...

""A Private In Gray"" is a historical novel written by Thomas Benton Reed and published in 1905. The story is set during the American Civil War and follows the life of a young soldier named John Gray, who fights for the Confederacy. The book...

Four Years in Burmah V2 is a book written by W. H. Marshall, first published in 1860. It is a personal account of the author's experiences while serving as a British official in Burma (now Myanmar) for four years. The book is divided into...

Contributing Authors Include Anna Lewis, A. Emma Estill, Carolyn Thomas Foreman And Many Others.Author: Oklahoma Historical SocietyISBN-10: 1258679469ISBN-13: 9781258679460Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/20/2013Pages: 156Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.33d

Kilowatts At Work: A History Of The Detroit Edison Company is a comprehensive book written by Raymond Curtis Miller that chronicles the history of the Detroit Edison Company. The book explores the company's origins, its growth, and its impact on the city of Detroit...

""A History of the Flemish Movement in Belgium: A Study in Nationalism"" is a comprehensive book written by Shepard Bancroft Clough. The book explores the history of the Flemish movement in Belgium, tracing its origins back to the 19th century and analyzing its development...

Author: James William ElliottISBN-10: 1258207079ISBN-13: 9781258207076Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 326Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.96lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.68d

The Kingship Of Mt. Lassen is a book written by Mrs. Frederick H. Colburn and published in 1922. It is a historical account of the region around Mt. Lassen, a volcanic peak located in Northern California. The book covers the natural history of the...

""The Arabs And The Turks: Their Origin And History"" is a historical book written by Edson Lyman Clark and first published in 1875. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the origin and history of the Arab and Turkish people, exploring their cultural, social,...

The Armenian Awakening: A History Of The Armenian Church, 1820-1860 is a book written by Leon Arpee and published in 1909. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Armenian Church during the period of 1820 to 1860. It covers the history of the...

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...

Family History: Compiled By Lucy Henderson Horton (1922) is a book that documents the history of the Horton family. It is written by Lucy Henderson Horton, who has compiled the information from various sources, including family records, letters, and other historical documents. The book...

The Governance of Empire is a book written by Percy Arthur Baxter Silburn and was first published in 1910. The book is a comprehensive study of the British Empire and its governance during the early 20th century. The author explores the various aspects of...

""The History of Market-Harborough: In Leicestershire, and Its Vicinity"" is a book written by William Harrod in 1808. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Market-Harborough, a market town in Leicestershire, England, and its surrounding areas. Harrod covers the town's origins,...

The Popular Handbook of the British Constitution is a historical book written by James Johnston in 1899. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the British Constitution, tracing its origin and growth over time. It covers the history of the British monarchy, the development...

American History Leaflets, Colonial And Constitutional, November 1893: Ordinances Of Secession And Other Documents, 1860-1861 (1893) is a historical book written by Albert Bushnell Hart. The book covers the period of 1860-1861, specifically the ordinances of secession and other important documents related to the...

""History Of The Town Of Hubbardston, Worcester County, Massachusetts"" is a book written by John M. Stowe and published in 1881. The book provides a comprehensive history of the town of Hubbardston, located in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It covers the town's early settlement and...

A History of Indian Literature: From Vedic Times to the Present Day is a comprehensive book written by Herbert H. Gowen that explores the rich and diverse literary tradition of India. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the evolution of Indian literature from...

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...

Mayflower Descendants And Their Marriages For Two Generations After The Landing: Including A Short History Of The Church Of The Pilgrim Founders Of New England (1922) is a historical book written by the Bureau Military And Civic Achievement. The book provides a comprehensive account...

The History of Coffee: Including a Chapter on Chicory is a book written by William Law and originally published in 1850. It provides a comprehensive account of the origins, cultivation, and consumption of coffee, as well as its cultural and economic significance throughout history....

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...

The book ""History Of Dogmas V3"" is authored by Joseph Tixeront and was first published in 1916. It is the third volume of a series of books that explore the history and development of Christian dogma, or the principles and beliefs of the Christian...