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The Elliott Families, 1762-1911: A History And Genealogy With Biographies is a book written by Simon Elliott in the year 1911. The book provides a comprehensive history and genealogy of the Elliott family, covering a period of nearly 150 years, from 1762 to 1911....

""History Of The Town Of Bristol, Grafton County, New Hampshire V1"" is a comprehensive historical account of the town of Bristol, located in the Grafton County of New Hampshire. The book was written by Richard Watson Musgrove and originally published in 1904. The book...

""A History Of The Roman Empire: From Its Foundation To The Death Of Marcus Aurelius, 27 B.C. To 180 A.D."" is a comprehensive historical account of the Roman Empire written by J.B. Bury and first published in 1900. The book covers the entire period...

A History of the Clan MacLean is a comprehensive account of the origins and evolution of the MacLean clan, one of the most prominent and influential clans in Scottish history. Written by John Patterson MacLean and first published in 1889, the book traces the...

Ancient History or Annals of Kentucky: With a Survey of the Ancient Monuments of North America is a book written by C. S. Rafinesque and published in 1824. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of Kentucky and the ancient monuments found...

The Secret History is a historical text written by Procopius of Caesarea in the 6th century AD. The book is a scandalous and revealing account of the reign of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I and his wife, Empress Theodora. Procopius was a court historian...

The Natural History of Religion is a philosophical treatise written by the Scottish philosopher David Hume. In this book, Hume explores the origins and evolution of religion, arguing that it is a natural, human phenomenon that arises from our innate tendency to seek explanations...

The book ""Messages And Papers Of The Presidents: Andrew Jackson"" by James D. Richardson is a collection of official messages, speeches, and papers of the seventh President of the United States, Andrew Jackson. The book includes a comprehensive account of Jackson's presidency, covering key...

The History and Power of Mind is a comprehensive book written by Richard Ingalese that delves into the fascinating subject of the human mind. The book explores the history of the mind, tracing its evolution from ancient times to the present day. It examines...

The History of Natural Hygiene and Principles of Natural Hygiene is a book written by Herbert M. Shelton. The book is a comprehensive guide to the principles and history of natural hygiene. Natural hygiene is a holistic approach to health and wellness that emphasizes...

San Antonio De Bexar: A Guide And History (1890) is a book written by William Corner that offers readers an in-depth look at the history and culture of San Antonio De Bexar, a city in Texas. The book is divided into two parts, with...

The book ""The Violin, A Condensed History Of The Violin: Its Perfection And Its Famous Makers"" is a historical account of the violin's development and the renowned makers who crafted them. Written by Goffrie Charles in 1878, the book provides a comprehensive overview of...

The History of Public Franchises in New York City: Boroughs of Manhattan and The Bronx is a book written by Gustavus Myers and published in 1900. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the public franchises that were granted in New York City during...

The Essential Facts of Oklahoma History and Civics is a historical and civic textbook written by Charles Henry Roberts and published in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history, geography, government, and economy of the state of Oklahoma, which had only...

""The Congo Crown Domain: Its European And Its African History"" is a historical book written by E. D. Morel in 1907. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Congo Free State, which was established by King Leopold II of Belgium in the late...

A Sketch of English Legal History is a book written by Frederic William Maitland and originally published in 1915. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of English law from its early origins to the 20th century. Maitland, who was a prominent...

Newlyn And Its Pier is a historical book written by Wladislaw Somerville Lach-Szyrma in 1884. The book offers a detailed account of the town of Newlyn and its pier, which was a vital part of the town's economy and history. The author provides a...

The book titled ""History And Directory Of The Boroughs Of Gettysburg, Oxford, Littlestown, York Springs, Berwick, And East Berlin, Adams County, Pennsylvania (1880)"" authored by John Timon Reily is a comprehensive historical and directory guide to six boroughs in Adams County, Pennsylvania. The book...

""History Of The Causes And Effects Of The Confederation Of The Rhine"" is a book written in 1821 by Girolamo Lucchesini. The book provides a detailed account of the Confederation of the Rhine, which was a political and military alliance of German states that...

The Tragedy of Korea is a historical book written by Fred Arthur McKenzie in 1908. The book provides a detailed account of the political and social conditions of Korea during the early 20th century. McKenzie, who was a journalist and a correspondent for several...

""Gems and Precious Stones"" is a comprehensive guide to the world of gemstones, written by Henry George Smith and originally published in 1896. The book provides detailed descriptions of the distinctive properties of various gemstones, including their color, hardness, and refractive index. It also...

""Early History And Seaward Migration Of Chinook Salmon In The Columbia And Sacramento Rivers"" is a book written by Willis Horton Rich in 1920. The book provides a comprehensive study of the early history and migration patterns of Chinook salmon in the Columbia and...

The History of Fourteenth Illinois Cavalry: And the Brigades to Which It Belonged is a book written by Washington L. Sanford in 1898. The book is a detailed account of the Civil War experiences of the Fourteenth Illinois Cavalry and the brigades it was...

Fig Growing In The South Atlantic And Gulf States is a book written by H. P. Gould in 1921. The book provides a comprehensive guide to growing figs in the southern regions of the United States, including the South Atlantic and Gulf States. It...

Chesterfield County, Virginia: Its History And Present Condition is a historical book written by John B. Watkins in 1907. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and current state of Chesterfield County, Virginia, from its early settlement to the early 20th century....

A Short History Of The Copts And Of Their Church is a book written by El-Maqrizi, Taqi-Ed-Din in 1873. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Coptic people and their church, from their origins to their present-day status. The author covers topics such...

""A History of the Early Settlement of Highland County, Ohio"" is a book written by Daniel Scott in 1890 that provides an in-depth account of the early years of Highland County, Ohio. The book covers the period from the county's establishment in 1805 until...

""A History of Greece V4, Mediaeval Greece and the Empire of Trebizond, A. D. 1204 - 1461: From its Conquest by the Romans to the Present Time"" is a book written by George Finlay and published in 1877. This book provides a comprehensive account...

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...

""New History Of The Battle Of Bunker Hill, June 17, 1775: Its Purpose, Conduct, And Result"" is a historical account of one of the most significant battles of the American Revolutionary War. Written by William Willder Wheildon in 1875, the book provides a detailed...

This collection of articles represents Professor Williamson Murray's efforts to elucidate the role that history should play in thinking about both the present and the future. They reflect three disparate themes in Professor Murray's work: his deep fascination with history and those who have...

Memory of the Somervilles Volume 1 is a historical book written by James Somerville in 1815. It provides a comprehensive account of the Somerville family, a Scottish baronial house, from its origins to the early 19th century. The book covers the family's ancestry, significant...

The Nestorians of Persia: A History of the Origin and Progress of that People, and of Missionary Labors Among Them is a historical book written by the American Sunday School Union in 1848. The book provides a detailed account of the Nestorian people, who...

""History of the Rebellion in Bradley County, East Tennessee"" is a book written by J.S. Hurlburt in 1866. The book provides a detailed account of the Civil War in Bradley County, Tennessee, from 1861 to 1865. The author describes the various battles and skirmishes...

""A History of Columbus, Mississippi: During the Nineteenth Century"" is a book written by William Lowndes Lipscomb and published in 1909. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of Columbus, Mississippi during the 19th century, covering the period from the town's founding...

The Story Of Egil Skallagrimsson is a book written by Snorri Sturluson in 1893. It is an Icelandic family history that tells the story of Egil Skallagrimsson, a legendary hero of the ninth and tenth centuries. The book provides a detailed account of Egil's...

Yorkshire Trout Flies is a book written by Thomas Evan Pritt and published in 1885. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of fly fishing for trout in Yorkshire, England. It features detailed descriptions and illustrations of over 200 different trout flies...

The Baronetage of England Volume 3 is a comprehensive historical record of the English and Scottish baronets who are of English families, written by William Betham and published in 1803. The book provides detailed information on the history, lineage, and achievements of these baronets,...

Stock Exchange Securities: An Essay On The General Causes Of Fluctuations In Their Price is a book written by Robert Giffen and first published in 1877. The book is an analysis of the factors that affect the prices of securities traded on the stock...

Liberia As It Is (1866) is a book written by J. J. Fitzgerald that provides a detailed account of Liberia during the mid-19th century. The book covers various aspects of Liberian society, including its history, geography, politics, economy, and social structure. Fitzgerald describes the...

""The Church in Rome in the First Century"" is a book written by George Edmundson in 1913. The book comprises of eight lectures that examine various controversial questions relating to the history, chronology, literature, and traditions of the Church in Rome during the first...

The Elliott Families, 1762-1911: A History And Genealogy With Biographies (1911) is a comprehensive book written by Simon Elliott. The book is a detailed account of the Elliott family history, tracing its roots from 1762 to 1911. The book contains biographies of prominent members...

""Our Kith And Kin: Or A History Of The Harris Family, 1754-1895"" is a book written by Mary Letitia Chalmers and published in 1895. This book is a detailed account of the Harris family history spanning over a century, from 1754 to 1895. The...

The book ""The Origin and Early History of the Russia or Muscovy Company, Taken from Hakluyt, Purchas, etc."" written by Richard Hakluyt in 1830 provides an in-depth account of the formation and early years of the Russia or Muscovy Company. The book is based...

Some Account of the Hamlet of East Burnham is a historical book written by Harriet Grote in 1858. The book provides a detailed account of the hamlet of East Burnham, which is located in the county of Buckinghamshire, England. Grote explores the history, geography,...

""Merchant Venturers Of Old Salem: A History Of The Commercial Voyages Of A New England Family To The Indies And Elsewhere In The Eighteenth Century"" is a historical book written by Robert Ephraim Peabody and published in 1912. The book explores the fascinating story...

""Geography and Sacred History of Syria"" is a book written by James J. Gaskin in 1846. The book provides a comprehensive account of the geography and history of Syria, including ancient Phoenicia, Palestine, and the Holy Land, as well as Idumea. The author explores...

""Illustrations of Scottish History: From the Twelfth to the Sixteenth Century"" is a book written by Joseph Stevenson and originally published in 1834. The book is a collection of historical documents, letters, and other primary sources that provide insight into the political, social, and...

Homo Sui Juris: Eine Studie Zur Staatslehre Spinozas (1904) is a scholarly work written by Adolf Menzel that delves into the political philosophy of Baruch Spinoza. The book explores Spinoza's views on the relationship between individuals and the state, arguing that Spinoza believed in...

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