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""History of Benton Harbor and Tales of Village Days"" is a book written by James Pender and published in 1915. The book is a detailed account of the history of Benton Harbor, a city located in the southwestern part of Michigan, USA. The author...

The book titled ""History Of Braintree, Massachusetts, 1639-1708, The North Precinct Of Braintree, 1708-1792, The Town Of Quincy, 1792-1889"" was written by Charles Francis Adams and was published in 1891. The book provides a comprehensive historical account of the town of Braintree and its...

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""History of Mechanicsburg, Ohio"" is a book written by Joseph Ware and published in 1917. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Mechanicsburg, a small town located in Champaign County, Ohio. The author traces the town's origins from its earliest settlers...

""History of the Atwood Family, in England and the United States: To Which is Appended a Short Account of the Tenney Family"" is a genealogical work written by Charles Atwood and published in 1888. The book traces the history of the Atwood family from...

Bradford's History of Plimoth Plantation: From The Original Manuscript (1899) is a historical account written by William Bradford, one of the Pilgrims who arrived at Plymouth Colony in 1620. The book chronicles the journey of the Pilgrims from England to America, their struggles in...

A Genealogical History Of The Waters And Kindred Families: In Two Parts (1903) is a comprehensive book written by Philemon Barry Waters. The book is divided into two parts and provides a detailed genealogical history of the Waters and Kindred families. The first part...

The Republic of Texas by Clarence R. Wharton is a comprehensive account of the history of Texas from the arrival of the first American colonists in 1821 to its annexation by the United States in 1846. The book provides an overview of the political,...

A Brief History Of The Joy Family (1876) is a book written by an anonymous author who identifies themselves as ""One Of Them."" The book is a historical account of the Joy family, tracing their lineage back to the 17th century. The author provides...

Rambles Round Kilmarnock: With An Introductory Sketch Of The Town is a book written by Archibald R. Adamson in 1875. The book is a comprehensive guide to the town of Kilmarnock, located in the west of Scotland. It provides an in-depth account of the...

Moltke's Tactical Problems: From 1858-1882 (1894) is a book written by the German Field Marshal Helmuth von Moltke. The book is a collection of tactical problems that Moltke faced during his military career between 1858 and 1882. The problems are presented in a series...

Kalakaua�������s Reign: A Sketch Of Hawaiian History (1894) is a historical book written by William De Witt Alexander. The book is a comprehensive account of the reign of King David Kalakaua, who was the last king of Hawaii. The author provides an in-depth analysis...

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Genealogy Of The Dutton Family Of Pennsylvania is a book written by Gilbert Cope in 1871. The book provides a complete history of the Dutton family in England from the time of William the Conqueror to the year 1669. The author traces the family's...

""Footprints, Or Incidents In Early History Of New Brunswick: 1783-1883"" is a historical book written by Joseph Wilson Lawrence and published in 1883. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early history of New Brunswick, a province in eastern Canada. It covers a...

""Account Of The Buck Family Of Bucks County, Pennsylvania: And Of The Bucksville Centennial Celebration Held June 11, 1892"" is a historical book written by William Joseph Buck in 1893. The book provides a detailed account of the Buck family, who were prominent residents...

""A History of the Railway Mail Service: Together with a Brief Account of the Origin and Growth of the Postoffice Service"" is a book written by Columbian Correspondence College and published in 1903. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the...

A Complete History Of The Druids, written by T. G. Lomax and first published in 1810, is an exhaustive study of the ancient Celtic priests known as Druids. The book explores the origin, manners, customs, powers, temples, rites, and superstitions of the Druids, providing...

""A Brief Narrative Of The Remarkable History Of Barnet Burns, An English Sailor"" is a book written by Barnet Burns himself in 1835. It tells the story of his life as a sailor, from his early years in England to his travels around the...

The City of the Seven Hills: A Book of Stories from the History of Ancient Rome is a historical book written by Caroline Hirst Harding and published in 1898. The book is a collection of stories that tell the history of ancient Rome, focusing...

The History of the 33rd Division, A.E.F. is a book written by Frederic Louis Huidekoper and published in 1921. The book chronicles the experiences of the 33rd Division of the American Expeditionary Forces during World War I. The division was composed of National Guard...

Notes and Extracts on Misunderstood Texts is a book written by Helen Maclachlan Sr. and published in 1880. The book is a collection of notes and extracts from various texts that have been misunderstood by readers over time. Maclachlan Sr. provides her own interpretations...

""History Of The Ninth Massachusetts Battery: Recruited July, 1862; Mustered In August, 1862; Mustered Out June, 1865 At The Close Of The Rebellion"" is a book written by Levi Wood Baker and published in 1888. The book details the history of the Ninth Massachusetts...

Lucy Stone: Pioneer of Woman's Rights is a biographical book written by Alice Stone Blackwell, the daughter of Lucy Stone. The book tells the story of Lucy Stone, a prominent American suffragist and abolitionist who dedicated her life to fighting for the rights of...

""The Right Pleasant and Goodly History of the Foure Sonnes of Aymon"" is a medieval romance novel that was originally written in French in the 12th century. This particular edition was translated into English by William Caxton and was published in 1884. The story...

The History of the Christian Church: From the Earliest Times to A.D. 461 is a comprehensive book written by F.J. Foakes-Jackson and published in 1891. The book provides a detailed account of the development of Christianity from its origins up until the year 461....

Chronicle of the Cid: From the Spanish (1846) is a historical book written by Robert Southey. The book is a translation of the medieval Spanish epic poem ""El Cantar de Mio Cid"" which tells the story of the legendary Spanish hero, Rodrigo Diaz de...

The Combined History of Edwards, Lawrence, and Wabash Counties, Illinois is a comprehensive historical account of three counties in the state of Illinois, written by George Flower and originally published in 1883. The book covers the history of these counties from their earliest settlement...

Diophantus of Alexandria: A Study in the History of Greek Algebra is a book written by Thomas L. Heath and first published in 1910. The book focuses on the life and work of Diophantus, a Greek mathematician who lived in Alexandria during the third...

The book ""History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, 1861-65 V2 Part 2: Prepared in Compliance with Acts of the Legislature (1869)"" by Samuel P. Bates is a detailed account of the role played by Pennsylvania volunteers in the American Civil War. The book is a comprehensive...

The Society Of The Cincinnati In The State Of New Jersey is a historical book that sheds light on the formation and activities of the Society of the Cincinnati in the state of New Jersey. The Society of the Cincinnati was formed in 1783...

A Debonair Scoundrel: An Episode In The Moral History Of San Francisco is a novel written by Thomas, Lately. The book follows the story of a charming and charismatic man named Jack who is living in San Francisco during the 19th century. Despite his...

""A Concise History of Modern Painting"" by Herbert Read is a comprehensive guide to the development of modern painting from the mid-19th century to the mid-20th century. The book covers the major art movements of the period, including Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Fauvism, Cubism, Futurism, Surrealism,...

""History of the German General Staff, 1657-1945"" by Walter Goerlitz is a comprehensive account of the development and operations of the German General Staff from the 17th century to the end of World War II. The book covers the evolution of the General Staff...

Ten Years In Sarawak V2 is a book written by Charles Brooke, which chronicles his experiences as the Rajah of Sarawak for a decade. Sarawak is a state located on the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia, and Brooke's tenure as Rajah was from...

The Roman History of C. Velleius Paterculus is a historical account of the Roman Empire written by the Roman historian and soldier Gaius Velleius Paterculus. The book covers the period from the founding of Rome to the reign of Emperor Tiberius, and provides a...

The Passing of the Great Race, or The Racial Basis of European History is a controversial book written by Madison Grant in 1916. The book focuses on the concept of race and its impact on the history of Europe. Grant argues that the white...

""Charles Coulson Rich: Pioneer Builder Of The West"" is a biography written by John Henry Evans about the life and achievements of Charles Coulson Rich. Rich was a prominent figure in the early history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS)...

King's Mountain And Its Heroes: History Of The Battle Of King's Mountain, 1780, And The Events Which Led To It is a comprehensive historical account written by Lyman C. Draper. The book details the Battle of King's Mountain, which took place in 1780 during...

The Memoir of Samuel Slater: The Father of American Manufactures, Connected with a History of the Rise and Progress of the Cotton Manufacture by George S. White is a detailed account of the life and work of Samuel Slater, who is widely regarded as...

A History of the Papacy from the Great Schism to the Sack of Rome V1 is a comprehensive account of the papacy during a period of significant upheaval in the Church. Written by Mandell Creighton, this book covers the period from the Great Schism...

Hypnotism: Its History and Present Development is a comprehensive book written by Bjornstrom, Fredrik, that delves into the history, theory, and practical applications of hypnotism. The author begins by tracing the origins of hypnotism, from its ancient roots in shamanism to its modern-day use...

""Rekindling Camp Fires: The Exploits Of Ben Arnold Connor, Wa-Si-Cu Tam-A-He-Ca"" is a book written by Lewis F. Crawford. The book tells the story of Ben Arnold Connor, a legendary figure in the history of the American West. Connor was a frontiersman, Indian fighter,...

The book ""History of Don Bosco's Early Apostolate"" by Bonetti, G. is a comprehensive account of the early years of the life and work of Saint John Bosco, also known as Don Bosco. The book provides a detailed overview of Don Bosco's apostolate, which...

""We Who Are About To Die: Prison As Seen By A Condemned Man"" is a non-fiction book written by David Lamson. The book is a personal account of Lamson's experience as a prisoner on death row, detailing his thoughts and emotions as he awaited...

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The book ""History Of The Armenians In India: From The Earliest Times To The Present Day"" by Mesrovb J. Seth is a comprehensive account of the Armenian community in India. The book covers the history of Armenians in India from the earliest times to...

The Passing of the Great Race or The Racial Basis of European History is a controversial book written by Madison Grant. Published in 1916, it explores the idea of racial purity and the superiority of the Nordic race. The book argues that the Nordic...

The History of St. Catherine of Siena and Her Companions V2 is a book written by Augusta Theodosia Drane. This book is a complete account of the life of St. Catherine of Siena, a 14th-century Italian saint, and her companions. The book is a...

""The Great Pyramid And Its Builders"" is a book by Lytle W. Robinson that explores the history of ancient Egypt and the construction of the Great Pyramid. The author uses the readings of Edgar Cayce, a renowned mystic and psychic, to delve into the...