History - Essays

""A Brief History Of The Chicago Historical Society"" is a book that was published in 1881 by the Chicago Historical Society. The book provides a detailed account of the society's history, including its founding and early years, as well as its growth and development...

A Century of Intellectual Development is a historical book written by Hector Macpherson in 1907. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the intellectual developments that took place in the 19th century. It covers a wide range of topics, including philosophy, science, literature, art,...

Word Gossip: A Series Of Familiar Essays On Words And Their Peculiarities is a book written by William Lewery Blackley and published in 1869. The book is a collection of essays that explore the peculiarities of the English language, with a focus on the...

""Variety: Or Selections And Essays"" is a book written by Priscilla Wakefield and originally published in 1809. The book is a collection of anecdotes, curious facts, and interesting narratives, interspersed with occasional reflections. Wakefield covers a wide range of topics, including history, science, literature,...

Travels in England, Scotland, and the Hebrides Volume 2 is a travelogue written by B. Faujas Saint-Fond in 1799. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels to Great Britain, where he undertook a journey to examine the state of the arts,...

Worcestershire Relics is a book written by John Noake and published in 1877. The book is a collection of historical and topographical sketches of the county of Worcestershire in England. It includes descriptions of notable landmarks, buildings, and events that have shaped the county's...

Up The Tigris To Bagdad is a travelogue written by Frederick Charles Webb in 1870. The book chronicles Webb's journey up the Tigris River, from Basra to Bagdad, during his time as a British consul in the Ottoman Empire. Webb's vivid descriptions of the...

Ti-Ping Tien-Kwoh V2: The History Of The Ti-Ping Revolution (1866) is a historical account of the Ti-Ping Rebellion which took place in China during the mid-19th century. The book is authored by Lin-Le, a Chinese scholar and historian who witnessed the rebellion firsthand. The...

""Thoughts On Men And Things: Or Essays On Familiar Topics"" is a book written by T. Thompson and published in 1884. The book is a collection of essays on various topics that are familiar to readers, such as love, friendship, religion, and politics. The...

Tinterne: And Its Vicinity is a book written in 1839 by William Heard Thomas. It is a detailed account of the history, geography, and culture of the area surrounding Tintern Abbey in Wales. The book contains a wealth of information about the abbey itself,...

The Sylvan Wanderer is a collection of essays written by Egerton Brydges and published in 1813. The essays cover a range of topics, including morality, sentimentality, and criticism. The title of the book is a reference to the author's love of nature and his...

Three Years in Chili is a travelogue written by Loretta L. Merwin, first published in 1863. The book provides a detailed account of Merwin's experiences during her three-year stay in Chile, a country located in South America. Merwin recounts her observations of the country's...

The Yearbook of Natural History: For Young Persons is a book written by Jane Loudon and originally published in 1842. This book is a comprehensive guide to the world of natural history, designed specifically for young readers. It covers a wide range of topics,...

The New Robinson Crusoe is a book written by Daniel Defoe in 1789. It is an instructive and entertaining history intended for the use of children of both sexes. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Robinson who becomes stranded on...

Author: Hinton Rowan Helper,Frank Frederick Hilder,Frederick Anthony BeelenISBN-10: 1437341101ISBN-13: 9781437341102Publisher: Kessinger PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/10/2008Pages: 468Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.37lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d

""The East Neuk of Fife: Its History and Antiquities"" is a historical book written by Walter Wood in 1887. The book provides a comprehensive account of the East Neuk of Fife, a region located in the east coast of Scotland. The author delves into...

The Book of American Pastimes is a historical account of the most popular sports clubs in the United States during the mid-19th century. Written by Charles A. Peverelly and first published in 1866, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and development...

The Tour of the Don V1: A Series of Extempore Sketches (1837) is a book by John Holland that takes readers on a journey through the Don River, located in northern England. The book is a collection of sketches, or short descriptions, of the...

The Town Dweller: His Needs And His Wants is a book written by John Milner Fothergill in 1889. The book is an insightful exploration of the needs and wants of people living in urban areas during the late 19th century. Fothergill, a medical doctor,...

The Value of Vaccination: A Nonpartisan Review of Its History and Results is a book written by George William Winterburn in 1885. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and results of vaccination, discussing its benefits, effectiveness, and controversies. Winterburn examines the...

The Perlustration of Great Yarmouth V1: With Gorleston and Southtown is a historical book written by Charles John Palmer and first published in 1872. The book offers a comprehensive overview of the town of Great Yarmouth, as well as the neighboring areas of Gorleston...

The Monthly Chronicle V1: Of Events, Discoveries, Improvements And Opinions (1840) is a book written by Samuel N. Dickinson. It is a collection of articles that were published in a monthly magazine of the same name. The book covers a wide range of topics...

The History Of The Year 1876 is a book written by James Mason and published in 1876. The book provides a comprehensive account of the events that took place in the year 1876, including political, social, economic, and cultural developments in various parts of...

""The History of the Radical Party in Parliament"" is a book written by William Harris and published in 1885. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Radical Party's history in the British Parliament from its inception to the time of publication. The author...

The Historical Class Book Or Readings In Modern History: From The Reformation In 1517, To The Peace Of Pekin In 1860 (1861) is a book written by John Davenport. This book is a comprehensive guide to modern history, covering the period from the Reformation...

The History of Civilization Volume 2, written by Francois Pierre G. Guizot and originally published in 1846, provides a detailed account of the period between the fall of the Roman Empire and the French Revolution. This comprehensive historical work covers a wide range of...

The History of the Parish of Llangurig is a book written by Edward Hamer and published in 1875. It provides a comprehensive account of the parish of Llangurig, a small village located in Powys, Wales. The book covers the history of the parish from...

The History Of Drogheda V1: With Its Environs, And An Introductory Memoir Of The Dublin And Drogheda Railway (1844) is a book written by John D'Alton. This book is a comprehensive account of the history of Drogheda, a town in Ireland, and its surrounding...

The History of the French Revolution V2 is a book written by M.A. Thiers in 1838. It is a detailed account of the French Revolution, which took place from 1789 to 1799. The book is the second volume in a series, and it covers...

The History of Herodotus V1 (1824) is a book written by an anonymous author who identifies themselves only as ""A Graduate of the University"". The book is a translation and commentary on the work of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, who is known as...

The History of Ireland: From the Reformation to the Union is a book written by Robert Hassencamp in 1888. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Ireland from the 16th century Reformation to the 19th century Union with Great Britain. The...

The Forms of Discourse: With an Introductory Chapter on Style, written by William Batchman Cairns and published in 1896, is a comprehensive guide to the various forms of discourse and writing styles. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing...

The Lost Possessions of England: Essays in Imperial History is a book written by Walter Frewen Lord and originally published in 1896. The book is a collection of essays that explore the history of England's imperial possessions and the impact of their loss on...

The Essays of Shirley V2 is a book of essays written by Shirley, a fictional character, and edited by John Skelton. The essays are divided into two categories: Essays in Romance and Studies from Scottish Life. The first category explores the themes of love,...

The Future of the Southern Slavs is a book written by A. H. E. Taylor in 1917. The book explores the history and political situation of the Southern Slavs, including the Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes. Taylor examines the various factors that have contributed to...

""The Mirror of History"" is a book written in 1851 by Edward Budge that highlights the lives of influential men from Julius Caesar to William the Conqueror. This book is a collection of biographical sketches that explore the lives of these historical figures, their...

A History Of England, Part 2: From The Accession Of Henry VII To The Revolution Of 1688, A.D. 1485-1688 (1884) is a comprehensive historical account of England during the period between the accession of Henry VII and the Revolution of 1688. Written by renowned...

The Dairy Cow: A Monograph On The Ayrshire Breed Of Cattle is a book written by Edward Lewis Sturtevant in 1875. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Ayrshire breed of cattle, which is known for its high milk production and adaptability to...

The History And Antiquities Of The Town Of Ludlow, And Its Ancient Castle: With Lives Of The Presidents And Descriptive And Historical Accounts Of Gentlemen�������s Seats, Villages, Etc. is a book written by Thomas Wright in 1826. The book provides a comprehensive account of...

The Magazine of History, Extra Number, No. 26: With Notes and Queries (1913) is a book written by Samuel L. Metcalf. It is a historical magazine that provides readers with a detailed account of various historical events, people, and places. The book is divided...

The Roman Empresses V2: Or The History Of The Lives And Secret Intrigues Of The Wives Of The Twelve Caesars (1899) is a historical book written by Jacques Roergas De Serviez. This book delves into the lives of the wives of the twelve Caesars...

The History of the Rebellion in the Year 1715 is a historical book written by Robert Patten and originally published in 1745. The book provides a detailed account of the Jacobite uprising that took place in Scotland and England in 1715, which aimed to...

The Dispersal of Shells is a scientific inquiry into the various means of dispersal possessed by freshwater and land mollusks. Written by Harry Wallis Kew and published in 1893, this book explores the various ways in which these creatures are able to travel and...

The book titled ""The Acclimatization Of The Salmonidae At The Antipodes: Its History And Results"" was written by Arthur Nicols in 1882. The book is a comprehensive account of the introduction and acclimatization of the Salmonidae family of fishes in the Antipodes, which refers...

The Civil Service Coach: A Practical Exposition Of The Civil Service Curriculum (1881) is a book written by Stanley Savill. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the civil service curriculum and is intended to help those preparing for civil service exams. It covers...

The Slovaks of Hungary: Slavs and Panslavism is a historical book written by Thomas Capek in 1906. The book focuses on the history, culture, and political situation of the Slovak people living in Hungary during the time of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Capek examines the...

""The Primary History of England in Reading Lessons: For Standard 4"" is a book that was published in 1884 by T. Nelson and Sons. The book is designed to help students in Standard 4 learn about the history of England through reading lessons. The...

The New Book of Kings is a historical book written by John Morrison Davidson and published in 1884. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of kings and monarchs from ancient times to the modern era. It covers the reigns of famous...

The Students' Manual of the History, Laws and Constitution of England: From the Roman Period to the Present Time is a comprehensive guide to the history, laws, and constitution of England written by J. Klein and published in 1882. The book covers the entire...

The Magazine of History, with Notes and Queries: Extra Number, No. 73 (1922) is a historical publication written by Robert Boyd Yard. This book is a compilation of articles and essays that explore various historical events and figures. The topics covered in this book...