History - Essays

What can a complaint about bad copper, a Roman birthday invitation and a worker's encounter with a scorpion tell us about the people who lived centuries or even millennia before us?Quite a lot.The Stories History Left Behind brings together thirty remarkable moments preserved not...

This book is not just a collection of essays. It is a reflection of a long and meaningful life - one shaped by a deep interest in history, culture, and the destiny of the Armenian people. In these pages, Mikhail has gathered a wealth...

The Third Dimension in Ajanta: Breathing Space into FlatnessBy Sindhu SaraswathyFor centuries, art historians have described the paintings of Ajanta as "flat." But the walls tell a different story.In The Third Dimension in Ajanta, artist and researcher Sindhu Saraswathy unveils the lost science of...

References and sources for Darkest Winter: Journal of a Pandemic. Most of the author's personal commentary and bitter reactions is removed. Suitable for researchers and others searching for raw material.Author: Mark HuckISBN-13: 9798564068024Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/02/2021Pages: 716Format: PaperbackWeight: 3.07lbsSize: 10.00h x 8.00w x...

Pacing is the speed at which you move through a day's lesson, or through an entire course. Some teachers write pacing guides, but anyone can benefit from having a plan to become self-educated in engineering and science. Self-education is much easier if you have...

The better part of this book was written in the 1990's as a series of articles on Christmas traditions, which included Santa Claus, La Befana, the Magi, and the Crèche. In this printing, the number of essays have been increased and the volume copiously...

This book is a series of 60 love letters written by my father to his then fiance from his duty station in Honolulu, HI in the 4 months just preceding the bombing of Pearl Harbor. The first letter was written just after they first...

The book presents the cultural essays devoted to the myth of Polotsk.Author: Siarhei ShydlouskiISBN-10: 1543026931ISBN-13: 9781543026931Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/11/2017Pages: 158Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.34d

Williams, Rev. Alvin Dighton, D. D., was born Oct. 13, 1825, graduated at Hamilton College, New York, in 1849. He has been superintendent of schools for Lawrence, Mass., and for West Virginia, president of the Northwestern and West Virginia Colleges, principal of Nebraska State...

In this book of short stories, you will learn about the lives of people living in Canada's Ottawa Valley as seen through the eyes of the author, Lyle Dillabough. Lyle has lived his life not just as an observer but as one who questions...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1890 Edition.Author: Henry C. LeaISBN-10: 1498084974ISBN-13: 9781498084970Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 450Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.32lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.91d

Williams, Rev. Alvin Dighton, D. D., was born Oct. 13, 1825, graduated at Hamilton College, New York, in 1849. He has been superintendent of schools for Lawrence, Mass., and for West Virginia, president of the Northwestern and West Virginia Colleges, principal of Nebraska State...

Williams, Rev. Alvin Dighton, D. D., was born Oct. 13, 1825, graduated at Hamilton College, New York, in 1849. He has been superintendent of schools for Lawrence, Mass., and for West Virginia, president of the Northwestern and West Virginia Colleges, principal of Nebraska State...

This is a new release of the original 1931 edition.Author: A. Hyatt VerrillISBN-10: 149410055XISBN-13: 9781494100551Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 386Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.13lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.80d

This is a new release of the original 1932 edition.Author: Sam T. CloverISBN-10: 1494114992ISBN-13: 9781494114992Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 500Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.46lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.01d

This is a new release of the original 1938 edition.Author: William A. MortonISBN-10: 149408533XISBN-13: 9781494085339Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 326Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.96lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.68d

"No Sense of History" is a collection of some twenty essays written over the last decade by Glenn Young dealing with current issues, looked at from a historical perspective. In general throughout the essays, Mr. Young argues that our current lack of collective memory...

This is the story of the Robertson Ranch, founded in 1913 in Judith Gap, Montana.Author: Erin SlivkaISBN-10: 1490420193ISBN-13: 9781490420196Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/14/2013Pages: 98Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.74lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d

Foreword By Scerial Thompson, Zola Y. Sloan And Alvina Shestak. Additional Contributors Include J. Ward Barnes, Talitha E. Aaron, John Foster And Others.Author: Saline County Historical SocietyISBN-10: 125881983XISBN-13: 9781258819835Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/21/2013Pages: 394Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.16lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.81d

This is a new release of the original 1938 edition.Author: Sanford TouseyISBN-10: 1258851598ISBN-13: 9781258851590Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 38Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.25d

Thomas Cole, 1801-1848: One Hundred Years Later is a book written by C.C. Cunningham that explores the life and work of the American artist Thomas Cole. Cole was a prominent figure in the Hudson River School, a group of artists who painted landscapes inspired...

Author: Margaret Routledge YeoISBN-10: 1258384906ISBN-13: 9781258384906Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/09/2012Pages: 384Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.13lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.79d

Author: Charles Samuel LeavenworthISBN-10: 1258287269ISBN-13: 9781258287269Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/14/2012Pages: 106Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.34lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.22d

Author: Alexander James CutrulesISBN-10: 1258207311ISBN-13: 9781258207311Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 348Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.03lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.72d

Author: Ben RikerISBN-10: 1258187205ISBN-13: 9781258187200Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 312Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.92lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.65d

Author: Milton N. GrassISBN-10: 1258135795ISBN-13: 9781258135799Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 366Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.38lbsSize: 9.25h x 7.52w x 0.76d

America's Prophetic Destiny is a book written by Bruce Corbin that provides an interpretation of the providential elements in American history. The author argues that the United States of America was founded on a divine purpose and that its history is a reflection of...

Alcohol: Its History, Folklore, Effect On The Human Body is a comprehensive book written by Berton Roueche that explores the history and cultural significance of alcohol, as well as its effects on the human body. The book delves into the origins of alcohol, from...

""Carmel, Mary's Own, Part 2: A History Of The Carmelite Order"" by Enrique Maria Esteve is a comprehensive account of the history of the Carmelite Order, one of the oldest and most revered religious orders in the Catholic Church. The book is a continuation...

The American Angler's Book: Embracing The Natural History Of Sporting Fish (1864) is a comprehensive guidebook for anglers, written by Thaddeus Norris. The book covers a wide range of topics related to angling, including the natural history of various species of fish, fishing techniques,...

""Furth in Field"" is a collection of essays written by Hugh Haliburton in 1894. The book focuses on the life, language, and literature of old Scotland. It provides a comprehensive overview of the cultural and historical context of Scotland during the medieval and early...

The Anthropological Papers Of The American Museum Of Natural History V8: Jicarilla Apache Texts (1911) is a collection of texts from the Jicarilla Apache tribe, compiled by Pliny Earle Goddard. The book is a part of the Anthropological Papers series published by the American...

""Nineveh and Its Remains"" is a book written by Austen Henry Layard, first published in 1849. The book documents the archaeological excavations of the ancient city of Nineveh, located in modern-day Iraq. Layard, an English diplomat and archaeologist, spent several years in the mid-19th...

Materials Toward a History of Witchcraft V2 is a book written by Henry C. Lea, which provides a comprehensive account of the history of witchcraft. The book is a compilation of various materials, including legal documents, trial records, and historical accounts, that shed light...

European Treaties Bearing On The History Of The United States And Its Dependencies To 1648 is a historical book written by Frances Gardiner Davenport and published in 1917. The book is a comprehensive study of the treaties between European countries that have had an...

"Occasional Essays On Various Subjects" is a collection of insightful essays offering perspectives on a range of topics. These essays present a blend of historical context and cultural observation, making them relevant to readers interested in the interplay of society, literature, and history. Each...

Two Essays: Pencilings Of Beauty In Nature And Art; The Magnificence Of The Universe, And The Extent Of Life In It is a book written by Edward Whitfield in 1865. The book is a collection of two essays that explore the beauty of nature...

""Two Essays By Richard Raikes"" is a book written by Richard Raikes and published in 1825. The book consists of two essays, titled ""The Influence of Christianity on the Condition of Women"" and ""The Influence of Christianity on the Condition of the Poor."" In...

The Scroll Of Phi Delta Theta V22: April, 1897 (1898) is a book written by the Fraternity Of Phi Delta Theta. It is a collection of articles, essays, and stories that were published in the fraternity's official magazine, The Scroll, in April 1897. The...

""Twenty Years Among The Colporteurs"" is a book written by Charles Peabody and originally published in 1865. The book recounts Peabody's experiences working as a colporteur, or traveling salesman of religious books and tracts, for over two decades in the mid-19th century. Peabody shares...

The Kingdom Of Light is a book written by George Record Peck and published in 1906. The book is a work of fiction that tells the story of a young man named John who is on a quest to find the Kingdom of Light....

The City's Heart is a novel written by A Daughter of New York and published in 1866. The story is set in New York City during the mid-1800s and follows the lives of several characters from different social classes. The main character is a...

The Holy Coat of Treves: A Sketch of Its History, Cultus, and Solemn Expositions is a book written by Edward A. Plater in 1891. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Holy Coat of Treves, which is believed to be the seamless tunic...

""Substance Of A Discourse On The Doctrine Of The Trinity In Unity"" is a book written by Robert Harkness Carne and published in 1825. The book is a detailed discussion of the Christian doctrine of the Trinity, which asserts that God is one being...

Picturesque Erie: Summer Homes (1889) is a book written by L. P. Farmer that provides a detailed description of the summer homes located in the Erie region during the late 19th century. The book is filled with illustrations and photographs of the beautiful homes...

Lore of the Meadowland is a book written by John Wilson Townsend and published in 1911. The book is a collection of stories, legends, and myths about the meadowlands of England. The meadowlands are a unique landscape that is home to a variety of...

The Divine Program Of The World�������s History is a historical book written by Henry Grattan Guinness in 1888. The book delves into the concept of divine intervention in the history of the world, exploring the idea that God has a plan for humanity and...

Collectaneous Epitaphs is a book written by Morgan Williams and published in 1823. The book is primarily designed to assist in choosing appropriate inscriptions for the tombs and gravestones of deceased loved ones. The author provides a collection of epitaphs that are suitable for...

The Tettigidae of Ceylon is a comprehensive book written by Joseph Lane Hancock and published in 1904. The book is an extensive study of the Tettigidae, a family of insects commonly known as treehoppers, found in the island nation of Ceylon (now Sri Lanka)....

Comical Fellows: Or The History And Mystery Of The Pantomime is a book written by Andrew Halliday and first published in 1863. The book provides a comprehensive history of pantomime, a form of theatrical entertainment that originated in England in the 18th century and...