History - Essays

The History of William Penn: Founder of Pennsylvania is a biographical work written by William Hepworth Dixon in 1872. The book chronicles the life and achievements of William Penn, a Quaker who founded the state of Pennsylvania in the late 17th century. The book...

""A History of the University of Oxford: From the Earliest Times to the Year 1530"" is a comprehensive account of the history of the University of Oxford, one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world. Written by Henry Churchill Maxwell Lyte...

""Studies of Trees in Winter"" is a book written by Annie Oakes Huntington and published in 1910. The book provides a comprehensive description of the deciduous trees found in northeastern America during the winter season. The author's primary focus is on the morphology and...

The book ""Cultivation Of Sugar Cane: Its History, Botany And Agriculture; And Its History In Georgia, Florida And South Carolina"" by William C. Stubbs is a comprehensive guide that explores the history, botany, and agriculture of sugar cane cultivation. The book delves into the...

""James Wesley Cooper 1842-1916: A Tribute Upon The One Hundredth Anniversary Of His Birth"" is a book written by Elisha Hilliard Cooper in honor of his great-grandfather, James Wesley Cooper. James Wesley Cooper was born in 1842 and lived until 1916, during which time...

The Only Woman In The Town is a historical fiction novel written by Sarah J. Prichard. It is set in the late 1800s in the American West and tells the story of Mary Breydon, a young woman who moves to a remote mining town...

""Early Potters of Clinton County"" is a historical book written by Henry Wharton Shoemaker in 1916. The book provides a detailed account of the early potters who lived in Clinton County, Pennsylvania, during the 18th and 19th centuries. The author pays special attention to...

History of Jackson County, Iowa Volume 2 is a book written by James Whitcomb Ellis and published in 1910. It is a comprehensive historical account of Jackson County, Iowa, covering its early settlement, growth, and development up until the early 20th century. The book...

Fires In Wincanton: Including Those Of 1707 And 1878 is a historical book written by George Sweetman and published in 1895. The book chronicles the devastating fires that occurred in the town of Wincanton, England, in 1707 and 1878. The author provides a detailed...

""An Account of Several Workhouses for Employing and Maintaining the Poor"" is a book written by an anonymous author in 1732. The book provides a detailed description of various workhouses in England during the 18th century, which were established to provide employment and support...

The History of Union, Connecticut is a book written by Charles Hammond and published in 1893. It is a comprehensive account of the town of Union, Connecticut and its history, covering its early settlement, its development over time, and its role in the American...

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...

Collector's Edition Laminated Hardback with Jacket Challenging the authority of monarchy and advocating for the self-governance of the colonies, this revolutionary pamphlet ignites the reader's sense of justice and reason. With compelling arguments, it dismantles the logic of hereditary rule, exposing its flaws and...

Cities, states, and nations are grappling with how best to commemorate historical events and anniversaries in ways that are fair, accurate, and open public dialogue about the often contested past. This volume springs from varied approaches to the historical commemoration of Maine's state bicentennial...

Bringing together essays on uses of history as both a practical activity and an approach to thinking about the present, this collection explores ways in which people have reckoned with history in pasts both distant and near. Reckoning with History begins by examining uses...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1838 Edition.Author: John Foxe, Reverend M. Hobart SeymourISBN-10: 1498131743ISBN-13: 9781498131742Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 752Format: PaperbackWeight: 3.77lbsSize: 11.02h x 8.50w x 1.50d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1909 Edition.Author: J. GarnierISBN-10: 1498089054ISBN-13: 9781498089050Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 460Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.34lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.93d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.Author: Ralph Waldo EmersonISBN-10: 1498037445ISBN-13: 9781498037440Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 338Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.70d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1917 Edition.Author: Joseph WareISBN-10: 1498179460ISBN-13: 9781498179461Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 90Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.29lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.19d

Christian Iconography V2: Or The History Of Christian Art In The Middle Ages is a comprehensive book written by M. Didron that explores the history of Christian art during the Middle Ages. The book provides a detailed analysis of the different types of Christian...

This is a new release of the original 1935 edition.Author: Charles D'YdewalleISBN-10: 1494079798ISBN-13: 9781494079796Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 312Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.92lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.65d

""A History of Epidemic Cholera: As It Appeared at the Baltimore City and County Alms House, in the Summer of 1849"" is a historical account written by Thomas Hepburn Buckler in 1851. The book chronicles the outbreak of cholera in Baltimore during the summer...

""A History of Enfield: In the County of Middlesex, Including Its Royal and Ancient Manors, the Chase, and the Duchy of Lancaster"" is a book written by George Hewitt Hodson in 1873. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Enfield, a...

The book ""Orozco Frescoes At Dartmouth"" by Albert I. Dickerson is a comprehensive guide to the famous murals painted by Mexican artist Jose Clemente Orozco at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire. The book provides a detailed history of the creation of the murals,...

""Traditions of the Arapaho"" is a comprehensive collection of the cultural and historical traditions of the Arapaho people, as collected by George A. Dorsey under the auspices of the Field Colombian Museum and the American Museum of Natural History. The book covers a wide...

Author: Roy George RincliffeISBN-10: 1258621754ISBN-13: 9781258621759Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/16/2013Pages: 28Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.11lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.06d

""Chinese Bondage In Peru: A History Of The Chinese Coolie In Peru, 1849-1874"" is a historical account of the Chinese coolie laborers who were brought to Peru in the mid-19th century to work in the guano mines and on the plantations. The book explores...

""A History of Airborne Command and Airborne Center"" by Marshall Brucer is a comprehensive account of the development and evolution of the United States Army's airborne forces. The book covers the period from the early days of military aviation through to the present day,...

Christian Iconography or The History of Christian Art in the Middle Ages V1 is a comprehensive book written by M. Didron that explores the history of Christian art during the Middle Ages. The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of...

""Planning for Freedom: And Other Essays and Addresses"" is a collection of writings and speeches by the renowned economist and philosopher Ludwig von Mises. The book was first published in 1962 and includes pieces from throughout Mises' career, covering topics such as economics, politics,...

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...

Ohio History Sketches is a book written by Francis Bail Pearson in 1903. The book is a collection of sketches that highlight the history of Ohio, from the state's early days to the time of the book's publication. The sketches cover a wide range...

Annals Of Ulster V3: 1379-1541 is a historical book written by Bartholomew Mac Carthy. The book is a compilation of annals that document the events that took place in Ulster from the year 1379 to 1541. The annals are written in the Irish language...

""Genealogy And Family History Of The Uphams: Of Castine, Maine, And Dixon, Illinois"" is a book written by Frank Kidder Upham in 1887. The book is a detailed account of the genealogy and family history of the Upham family, specifically those from Castine, Maine,...

""Two Years' Experience Among The Shakers: Being A Description Of The Manners And Customs Of That People"" is a book written by David Rich Lamson in 1848. The book is based on Lamson's personal experiences during his two-year stay with the Shakers, a religious...

Morgan Horses: A Premium Essay On The Origin, History, And Characteristics Of This Remarkable American Breed Of Horses (1857) is a comprehensive guide to the Morgan horse breed written by Daniel Chipman Linsley. The book provides an in-depth examination of the breed's origins, history,...

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...

Contributions Towards The Materia Medica And Natural History Of China: For The Use Of Medical Missionaries And Native Medical Students (1871) is a book written by Frederick Porter Smith. The book focuses on the natural history and medicinal properties of Chinese plants and animals....

Canton, Its Pioneers And History: A Contribution To The History Of Fulton County (1871) is a book written by Alonzo M. Swan. The book provides a comprehensive historical account of Canton, a city in Fulton County, Illinois, and its pioneers. The author narrates the...

""A Short History of the Inquisition: What It Was and What It Did"" by Eugene Montague MacDonald is a comprehensive overview of the infamous institution that served as the Catholic Church's primary tool for suppressing heresy and dissent during the Middle Ages. The book...

The book ""History Of Sonoma County V2: Including Its Geology, Topography, Mountains, Valleys And Streams (1879)"" by J. P. Munro-Fraser is a comprehensive guide to the history of Sonoma County, California. The book covers a wide range of topics including the geology, topography, mountains,...

""History of the Town of Houlton, Maine: From 1804 to 1883"" is a book written by George H. Gilman in 1884. It provides a comprehensive account of the history of Houlton, a town located in Aroostook County, Maine, USA. The book covers a period...

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Scrambles Amongst The Alps In The Years 1860-69 is a book written by Edward Whymper and published in 1871. The book is a memoir of Whymper's experiences climbing in the Alps during the period of 1860 to 1869. Whymper was a British mountaineer and...

Ever since he came to Hong Kong some 50 years ago, Patrick Hase has researched the local history of Hong Kong, and especially of the New Territories villages and market towns. Written documentation for the study of these communities has been lacking, so much...

A brilliantly concise account of the French Revolution by master historian Hilaire Belloc.Author: Hilaire BellocISBN-10: 1387886576ISBN-13: 9781387886579Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/08/2022Pages: 158Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.34d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1920 Edition.Author: Russell H. ConwellISBN-10: 1497961785ISBN-13: 9781497961784Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 142Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.76lbsSize: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.30d

The History Of The Borough, Castle, And Barony Of Alnwick V1 (1866) is a comprehensive account of the town of Alnwick, located in Northumberland, England. The book, written by George Tate, provides a detailed history of the borough, castle, and barony from their earliest...

""Notes On The Plan Of Franklin Park And Related Matters"" is a book published in 1886 by the City of Boston Park Department. The book provides a comprehensive description of the plan for Franklin Park, a large public park located in the Jamaica Plain...

""Elixirs: Their History, Formula, and Methods of Preparation"" is a book written by John Uri Lloyd in 1883. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history, formula, and methods of preparation of elixirs. It covers the various types of elixirs, including medicinal, magical,...