History - Essays

1923. Which is the gospel of simplicity given unto his own. The author was bidden by El Daoud, who caused him to see these Visions, to describe them in as simple language as possible, so that they may be easily understood. In each case,...

The Illustrated History of the Borough of Queens, New York City is a book written by Georg Von Skal in 1908. This book provides a comprehensive account of the borough of Queens, which is one of the five boroughs of New York City. The...

""Ships That Have Made History"" by Robinson Gregory is a comprehensive book that delves into the fascinating world of maritime history. The book provides a detailed account of some of the most famous ships that have played a significant role in shaping the course...

Private Gold Coinage of California, 1849-1855: Its History and Its Issues is a comprehensive book written by Edgar Holmes Adams and published in 1913. The book provides a detailed account of the private gold coinage that was produced in California during the years 1849...

The Kingdom of Happiness is a philosophical book written by the renowned Indian philosopher and spiritual leader, Jiddu Krishnamurti. The book is a collection of Krishnamurti's lectures and dialogues, where he explores the nature of happiness and its relationship to our daily lives.Krishnamurti argues...

""Hus the Heretic"" is a historical fiction novel written by Poggius the Papist. The book is set in the early 15th century and tells the story of Jan Hus, a Czech priest who became a controversial figure due to his criticisms of the Catholic...

The History of Natural Hygiene and Principles of Natural Hygiene is a book written by Herbert M. Shelton. The book is divided into two parts. The first part, The History of Natural Hygiene, provides a detailed account of the origins and evolution of the...

The Aran Islands is a non-fiction book written by John M. Synge. The book is a travelogue that describes the author's experiences during his stay on the Aran Islands, a group of three islands located off the west coast of Ireland. The book was...

The History Of The Monks Who Lived In The Desert Of Egypt is a book written by St. Hieronymus, a Christian scholar and theologian who lived in the 4th century AD. The book is a detailed account of the lives and practices of the...

""The Early History of the Fur Seals: The Beasts of the Sea"" is a historical account of the fur seal trade, written by George William Steller and first published in 1899. The book delves into the early history of the fur seal industry, beginning...

Emerson's Essay on Compensation is a collection of essays by the renowned American philosopher and essayist, Ralph Waldo Emerson. Originally published in 1841, the book explores the concept of compensation and its role in human life. The essays examine the idea that everything in...

""A Description And History Of Kidwelly Castle, Caermarthenshire"" is a historical book written by George Thomas Clark in 1851. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Kidwelly Castle, located in Caermarthenshire, Wales. The author delves into the castle's history, architecture, and significance in...

The book ""History of the Bradley Family: With Particular Reference to the Descendants of Nathan Bradley of Dorchester, Massachusetts (1878)"" written by Samuel Bradlee Doggett is a comprehensive account of the Bradley family's history. The book is primarily focused on the descendants of Nathan...

""American Ginseng: Its Commercial History, Protection, and Cultivation"" is a comprehensive book written by George Valentine Nash in 1898. The book provides a detailed account of the history of American ginseng, including its commercial uses and cultivation techniques. It also covers the legal and...

Bells Across The Snow is a heartwarming Christmas poem written by the renowned English poet and hymn writer, Frances Ridley Havergal. Originally published in 1882, this beautiful poem tells the story of a group of church bells ringing out across the snow-covered landscape on...

""A Sketch of Fraunces Tavern: And Those Connected With Its History"" is a historical book written by Henry Russell Drowne in 1919. The book is a detailed account of the history of Fraunces Tavern, a historic building located in Lower Manhattan, New York City....

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""A History of Buckfield, Oxford County, Maine: From the Earliest Explorations to the Close of the Year 1900"" is a book written by Alfred Cole and published in 1915. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Buckfield, a town located in...

Eternal Eve: The History of Gynecology and Obstetrics is a comprehensive book written by Dr. Malcolm Nicolson Graham and Dr. M. L. Harvey. The book delves into the historical evolution of gynecology and obstetrics, tracing the development of these medical fields from ancient times...

""History of American Manufactures from 1608 to 1860, Volume 1"" is a comprehensive account of the development of manufacturing in the United States, written by J. Leander Bishop. The book covers the period from the early colonial settlements to the eve of the Civil...

The Official History of the Improved Order of Red Men is a book that provides a comprehensive account of the origins, development, and evolution of the Improved Order of Red Men, a fraternal organization founded in the United States in the 19th century. The...

""The Knights Templars and the Complete History of Masonic Knighthood from the Origin of the Orders to the Present Time"" is a comprehensive book written by C. G. Addison. The book explores the history of the Knights Templars and the Masonic Knighthood from their...

""History of the Town and County of Wexford"" is a book written by Philip Herbert Hore and published in 1904. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the town and county of Wexford, located in the southeast of Ireland. It covers...

The History of Nepal (1877) is a book written by Shew Shunker Singh that provides a comprehensive account of the history of Nepal. The book covers the period from the early days of the country's formation to the mid-19th century. It explores the political,...

""Anti-Semitism: Its History and Causes"" by Bernard Lazare is a comprehensive study of the origins and evolution of anti-Semitism. The book explores the historical, social, cultural, and psychological factors that have contributed to the development of anti-Semitic beliefs and attitudes throughout history. Lazare traces...

""History of Westchester County, New York: From Its Earliest Settlement to the Year 1900"" is a comprehensive historical account of Westchester County, New York, written by Frederic Shonnard and published in 1900. This book covers the entire history of the county, from its earliest...

The Goddess of Atvatabar is a book written by William R. Bradshaw that tells the story of the discovery and conquest of the interior world of Atvatabar. The book is a work of fiction and follows the adventures of a group of explorers who...

The Secret History of Francis Bacon is a book written by Alfred Dodd that delves into the life and legacy of the famous philosopher, statesman, and writer Francis Bacon. The book explores Bacon's life, from his early years as a student at Cambridge to...

""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 in 1888. The book is a detailed account of the Ninth Massachusetts Battery,...

The History of the Vestal Virgins of Rome by T. Cato Worsfold is a comprehensive account of the Vestal Virgins, the priestesses of ancient Rome who were responsible for maintaining the sacred fire in the temple of Vesta. The book traces the origins of...

The History of the Donner Party is a non-fiction book written by C.F. McGlashan. It tells the story of the Donner Party, a group of pioneers who set out on a journey from Illinois to California in 1846. The book describes their journey in...

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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 Island of Dr. Moreau is a science fiction novel written by H.G. Wells. The story is about a shipwrecked man named Edward Prendick who is rescued by a passing ship and taken to an island where he meets a scientist named Dr. Moreau....

""The Alarms and Excursions of Lady Littlehampton"" is a humorous novel written by Osbert Lancaster. The story revolves around Lady Littlehampton, a wealthy and eccentric woman who lives in a grand mansion in London. Lady Littlehampton is known for her extravagant parties and her...

Wilhelm FriedrichThe Philosophy of History is a book written by the German philosopher Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel. It was first published in 1837 and is considered one of his most important works. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the nature of history and...

Worcester Legends is a book written by William Andrew Emerson in 1905. The book is a collection of stories, incidents, anecdotes, and reminiscences connected with the early history of Worcester, Massachusetts, and the surrounding areas. The book is a historical account of the region,...

The ""History Of The Weld Family: From 1632 To 1878"" is a book written by Charlotte Weld Fowler in 1879. It is a comprehensive account of the Weld family, tracing their lineage back to 1632 and covering a period of over two centuries. The...

The Chemical History of a Candle is a book written by Michael Faraday, a renowned British scientist, in 1861. The book is a detailed account of Faraday's famous lectures on the chemical properties of a candle flame, which he delivered at the Royal Institution...

""The History of King Richard the Third"" is a historical account of the reign of King Richard III of England, written by Sir Thomas More in the early 16th century. The book chronicles Richard's rise to power, his controversial reign, and his eventual downfall...

The Man Born To Be A King is a book written by William Morris. It is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of a man who was born to be a king. The book is set in medieval times and follows the...

Life in the Iron Mills is a novella written by Rebecca Harding Davis and first published in 1861. The story is set in the industrial town of Wheeling, Virginia (now West Virginia) during the mid-19th century and follows the lives of workers in an...

Wage Labour and Capital is a book written by Karl Marx, originally published in 1849. The book is a collection of lectures that Marx gave in 1847, where he discusses the relationship between wage labor and capital in capitalist societies. Marx argues that capitalism...

The Tenure of Kings and Magistrates is a political treatise written by the famous English poet and author, John Milton. Originally published in 1649, the book is a defense of the regicide of King Charles I and a call for a republican form of...

""The Masonic Apron: Its Traditions, History and Secret Significances"" is a comprehensive guide to the symbolism and significance of the Masonic apron. Written by Frank C. Higgins, a prominent Masonic historian and author, this book delves into the rich history and symbolism of the...

Maxwell History And Genealogy is a book written by Florence Wilson Houston in 1916. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history and genealogy of the Maxwell family. The book provides a detailed account of the Maxwell family's origins, their migration to America,...

The book ""The Early History and Families of Arab Horses"" by Spencer Borden delves into the fascinating history of one of the oldest and most revered horse breeds in the world - the Arab horse. The author provides a comprehensive account of the early...

""My Story of Samoan Methodism: Or A Brief History of the Wesleyan Methodist Mission in Samoa"" is a book written by Martin Dyson in 1875. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Wesleyan Methodist Mission in Samoa, as well as...

The Marvelous History of St. Bernard is a book written by Henri Gheon that tells the story of St. Bernard, a French monk and theologian who lived in the 12th century. The book is a biographical account of St. Bernard's life, including his childhood,...

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