History - Essays

We live in a moment of authoritarian takeovers happening around the world. In such times, we turn to the creative arts. We turn to poets.Margaret Randall has lived and written in the United States, Mexico, Cuba, and Nicaragua during years of great social change....

Redrawing the map and resetting the clock of the Age of RevolutionsIn 2015, Bryan Banks and Cindy Ermus launched Age of Revolutions, a website offering critical reconsideration of the foundational concept of revolution and centered on three key questions: What was the Age of...

This is a collection of essays I have written over the years that are only related by the underlying subject matter of stupidity and social decline. Most of the essays deal in some way with stupidity, whether to describe or evaluate these issues, or...

"These stories are definitely catechetical and inspirational assays, and there is no one, no matter his role in society, who will not draw lessons for his personal life. I wish to recommend this volume of inspirational essays as compulsory reading material for our second...

Table Talk: Essays on Men and Manners Volume II by William Hazlitt continues the exploration of social commentary and personal reflections initiated in the first volume. In this collection, Hazlitt delves deeper into manners and human nature, offering insightful critiques of 19th-century British society....

Whaling Adventures, Indians and Colonists, Wars, Shipwrecks, Writer and ArtistsJim Marquardt explores the fascinating history of the Village in a series of colorful stories, from the Indians and colonists to whaling, wars, shipwrecks, writers and artists. Did you know that at one time whaling...

This is the third collection of Tony Thomas's best work. It ranges from zany travels in the PNG Highlands to a reporter's career highlights and lowlights since he first opened a shorthand notebook in 1958. With his solid knowledge of the global warming controversies,...

Military engagements 1. India's contribution to the Great War in East Africa - Harry Fecitt 2. Major-General JM Stewart's advance from Namanga, BEA to Moshi, GEA, 5-16 March 1916 - James Willson 3. South Africa's Cape Corps - Rufiji campaign: The final push -...

Human evolution is driven by the instability of climate (Handwerk, 2014). The Nature of the Future: Climate Change is a novel surrounding the importance of climate change and the need for immediate action. From the present day to prehistoric times, it is apparent that...

ENDORSED BY AN AFRICAN QUEEN! Her Royal Majesty, Queen Iyabode Mariam Adebayo - Queen of Emure Ekiti Kingdom, Nigeria Says #TeartheVeil.THIS IS NOT JUST AN ORDINARY COMPILATION but a necessary healing journey, unveiling atrocities which have been committed against these extraordinary women, tearing the...

The Yearbook of Transnational History is dedicated to disseminating pioneering research in the field of transnational history. This fifth volume advances the frontier of transnational history into early modern times. The six chapters of this volume explore topics and themes from early modern times...

Much has been written on the centenary of the First World War; however, no book has yet explored the tragedy of the conflict from a theological perspective. This book fills that gap. Taking their cue from the famous British army chaplain Geoffrey Studdert Kennedy,...

This is a new release of the original 1929 edition.Author: Edward F. Payne,Henry H. HarperISBN-10: 1494006294ISBN-13: 9781494006297Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 108Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.34lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.22d

This collection presents essays on a rich variety of topics necessary to the writing of good Festschriften, and many methods and skills are necessary even to approach doing justice to late-medieval government and society. This necessary diversity of approach is manifested in the rage...

Guide to Historic Plymouth: Localities and Objects of Interest is a book written by Alfred Stevens Burbank and published in 1916. The book is a comprehensive guide to the historic town of Plymouth, Massachusetts, and provides a detailed description of the localities and objects...

A General Guide To The British Museum Natural History: With Plans And Views Of The Building (1906) is a comprehensive guidebook to the British Museum Natural History. The book provides a detailed overview of the museum's collections, including its extensive collection of fossils, minerals,...

Author: Vasilii Osipovich KluchevskyISBN-10: 1258469766ISBN-13: 9781258469764Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2012Pages: 390Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.15lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.80d

Author: Clyde Hill MetcalfISBN-10: 1258486644ISBN-13: 9781258486648Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/22/2012Pages: 646Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.87lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.30d

Author: Vasilii Osipovich KluchevskyISBN-10: 125846957XISBN-13: 9781258469573Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2012Pages: 334Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.99lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.70d

Author: Vasilii Osipovich KluchevskyISBN-10: 1258469758ISBN-13: 9781258469757Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2012Pages: 388Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.14lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.80d

Author: Vasilii Osipovich KluchevskyISBN-10: 1258469596ISBN-13: 9781258469597Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2012Pages: 348Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.03lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.72d

""Rugs of Armenia: Their History and Art"" is a comprehensive guide to the rich cultural heritage of Armenian rug weaving. Written by Harry M. Raphaelian, an expert in the field, the book explores the history of rug weaving in Armenia from ancient times to...

Author: M. J. OlginISBN-10: 1258161478ISBN-13: 9781258161477Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 160Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.49lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.34d

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 History of Mendelssohn's Oratorio Elijah is a book written by Frederick George Edwards and published in 1896. The book provides a detailed account of the creation and performance of Mendelssohn's famous oratorio, Elijah. Edwards delves into the background of the composer and the...

Treatise On The Art Of Knitting, With A History Of The Knitting Loom: Comprising An Interesting Account Of Its Origin And Of Its Recent Wonderful Improvements (1861) by Jonas B. Aiken is a comprehensive guide to the art of knitting, with a detailed history...

The Early History of Medicine in Philadelphia is a book written by George W. Norris that provides a comprehensive account of the development of medicine in Philadelphia from the colonial period to the early 19th century. The book covers the founding of the first...

""Thoughts Out Of Season: The Use And Abuse Of History; Schopenhauer As Educator V2"" is a philosophical work by Friedrich Nietzsche, originally published in 1873. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part examining the role of history in society and...

Hegel's First Principle: An Exposition of Comprehension and Idea (1869) is a philosophical work by Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel, a German philosopher widely regarded as one of the most important figures in the development of Western philosophy. The book explores Hegel's first principle, which...

Twenty-Five Years������� Experience In Wool-Carding And Spinning is a book written by W. C. Demond in 1869. The book is a detailed account of the author's experience in the wool-carding and spinning industry for a period of twenty-five years. It provides an in-depth understanding...

""History of Posey County, Indiana"" is a book written by John C. Leffel and published in 1913. The book provides a comprehensive historical account of Posey County, Indiana, from its earliest settlement to the early 20th century. It covers topics such as the county's...

The Last Days of Marie Antoinette is a historical book written by G. Lenotre and published in 1907. The book provides a detailed account of the final days of the infamous French queen, Marie Antoinette, leading up to her execution during the French Revolution....

Jonathan Morgan has written in the past about the Welsh military tradition (see his 2016 book 'The Welsh Warrior Through the Ages' and also 'The Tragedy of War - Essays on the Welsh War Poets, Writers and Artists, but in this book he focuses...

These beautifully conceived and sculpted essays reveal a deep humanity and extensive knowledge. Weaving together local, national, world, and even ancient histories with personal stories, Joyce dips deeply into politics, religion, love for his adopted home of Oklahoma, and throughout, a thread of tribute...

122 stories by 59 authorsWhen Bob Babcock and I first discussed inviting AVVBA members to share their Vietnam stories, we thought it would make a nice gift for our grandkids. But as submissions came in, we realized the project was becoming much more-a powerful...

A collection of over 20 essays by the world's leading authorities of the history, culture and archaeology of Vietnam. Covering over 2,000 years of the history of Vietnam, which absorbed Hindu, Buddhist and Islamic cultures. An academic companion to 'From the Red River to...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1907 Edition.Author: Vernon LeeISBN-10: 1498190316ISBN-13: 9781498190312Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 216Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.46d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1713 Edition.Author: Anthony CollinsISBN-10: 1498187196ISBN-13: 9781498187190Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 184Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.56lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.39d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1886 Edition.Author: Samuel Willoughby DuffieldISBN-10: 1498128386ISBN-13: 9781498128384Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 686Format: PaperbackWeight: 3.44lbsSize: 11.02h x 8.50w x 1.37d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1868 Edition.Author: J. Leander BishopISBN-10: 1498122264ISBN-13: 9781498122269Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 612Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.31lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.01w x 1.24d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1904 Edition.Author: Henry Barton BakerISBN-10: 1498119603ISBN-13: 9781498119603Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 594Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.73lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.20d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1896 Edition.Author: Henry Charles LeaISBN-10: 1498110312ISBN-13: 9781498110310Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 536Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.56lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.08d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.Author: Philip GuedallaISBN-10: 1498098576ISBN-13: 9781498098571Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 492Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.44lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.99d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1916 Edition.Author: Thomas DixonISBN-10: 149805823XISBN-13: 9781498058230Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 384Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.13lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.79d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1911 Edition.Author: Frederick ArmitageISBN-10: 1497979781ISBN-13: 9781497979789Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 200Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.78lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.01w x 0.42d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1913 Edition.Author: Prentice MulfordISBN-10: 1497972183ISBN-13: 9781497972186Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 178Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.54lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.38d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1908 Edition.Author: William Lightfoot VisscherISBN-10: 1497948606ISBN-13: 9781497948600Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 100Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.32lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.21d

This is a new release of the original 1941 edition.Author: Everett DickISBN-10: 1494121409ISBN-13: 9781494121402Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 624Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.81lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.26d

This is a new release of the original 1948 edition.Author: M. Evangeline ThomasISBN-10: 1494108801ISBN-13: 9781494108809Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 440Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.29lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.89d

This is a new release of the original 1945 edition.Author: Oscar McMurtrie VoorheesISBN-10: 1494105713ISBN-13: 9781494105716Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 416Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.22lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.85d