History - Essays

A Short History Of The Ancient Israelites: With An Account Of Their Manners, Customs, Laws, Polity, Religion, Sects, Arts, And Trades is a comprehensive book written by Claude Fleury in 1802. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the ancient Israelites,...

A Short History of Rome is a historical book written by Frank Frost Abbott and first published in 1906. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Rome, covering its origins as a small settlement on the Tiber River to its rise...

""A Municipal History of Llanidloes"" is a book written by Ernest Richmond Horsfall-Turner and published in 1908. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Llanidloes, a town located in the county of Powys, Wales. The author covers various aspects of the...

""A History And Genealogy Of The Davenport Family: In England And America, From A.D. 1086 To 1850"" is a comprehensive book written by Amzi Benedict Davenport in 1851. The book traces the history and genealogy of the Davenport family from the year 1086 to...

""Francis Joseph: Emperor of Austria, King of Hungary"" by Eugene Bagger is a comprehensive biography of the longest-reigning monarch in Austrian history. The book delves into the life and reign of Francis Joseph, who ascended to the throne at the young age of 18...

""Fifty Years A Country Doctor"" is a memoir written by William N. Macartney about his experiences as a doctor practicing in rural areas for half a century. The book chronicles his journey from medical school to his first practice in a small town, detailing...

Charles Minton Baker and the Pioneer Trail is a historical account of the life and adventures of Charles Minton Baker, a pioneer who played a significant role in the development of the American West. Written by Edward Larrabee Baker, the book chronicles Charles Baker's...

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""Maria Theresa of Austria"" is a biography written by J. Alexander Mahan that tells the story of one of the most powerful women in European history. Maria Theresa was the only female ruler of the Habsburg Empire and ruled for 40 years during a...

""Her Majesty Elizabeth of Austria-Hungary: The Beautiful, Tragic Empress of Europe's Most Brilliant Court"" is a biography written by Marie Louise Countess Larisch von Wallersee-Wittelsbach. The book delves into the life of Empress Elizabeth, who was known for her beauty, intelligence, and rebellious spirit....

""How I Discovered America: Confessions Of The Marquis Boni De Castellane"" is a memoir written by Boni de Castellane, a French aristocrat born in the late 19th century. The book chronicles his journey to America in 1895, where he discovers a new world of...

""Firewater And Forked Tongues: A Sioux Chief Interprets U.S. History"" is a book written by M.I. McCreight that presents a unique perspective on American history from the viewpoint of a Sioux chief. The book is a collection of essays and speeches given by Chief...

An-Nik-A-Del: The History Of The Universe As Told By The Mo-Des-Se Indians Of California is a book written by C. Hart Merriam. The book provides a detailed account of the Mo-Des-Se Indians of California and their beliefs about the creation of the universe. The...

Father Tim is a book written by Harold J. McAuliffe that tells the story of a Catholic priest named Father Tim. The book follows Father Tim as he navigates the challenges of his priesthood, including dealing with difficult parishioners, struggling with his own faith,...

""History Of The Counties Of Argenteuil, Quebec And Prescott, Ontario: From The Earliest Settlement To The Present"" is a comprehensive historical account of two Canadian counties written by Cyrus Thomas and first published in 1896. The book covers the earliest settlement of the counties...

The History Of The American Indians: Particularly Those Nations Adjoining To The Mississippi, East And West Florida, Georgia, South And North Carolina And Virginia (1775) is a book written by James Adair. It is a detailed account of the indigenous peoples of North America,...

The book ""History Of Washington, Idaho And Montana V1: 1845-1889"" is a historical account written by Hubert Howe Bancroft and published in 1890. The book covers the period between 1845 and 1889, exploring the history of three northwestern states of the United States -...

The Negro In Our History is a historical book written by Carter G. Woodson and published in 1922. The book is an extensive study of the role and contributions of African Americans in American history, from the time of their arrival as slaves to...

""The Boys' and Girls' Herodotus"" is a book that contains selected parts of the famous Greek historian Herodotus' work, ""The Histories."" The book was published in 1908 and is aimed at a younger audience, hence the title. The selected parts of the original work...

The Standard Library of Natural History is a comprehensive book that covers living animals from around the world as well as the various races of mankind. This particular volume, Volume 5, focuses on Africa, Europe, and America. Written by Charles J. Cornish and first...

Across America By Motorcycle is a travelogue written by C.K. Shepherd in 1922. The book chronicles the author's journey across the United States on a motorcycle, starting in New York City and ending in San Francisco. Along the way, Shepherd describes the people, towns,...

The Bruce V1: Or The History Of Robert I, King Of Scotland is a historical book written by John Barbour in 1790. The book is based on the life and reign of Robert I, also known as Robert the Bruce, who was the King...

The book ""The History And Literature Of The Israelites V1, The Historical Books: According To The Old Testament And The Apocrypha"" was written by C. De Rothschild and was first published in 1870. It is a comprehensive study of the history and literature of...

""The Colleges of Oxford: Their History and Traditions"" is a comprehensive book written by Andrew Clark in 1891. It provides an in-depth exploration of the colleges that make up the prestigious University of Oxford. The book covers the history and traditions of each college,...

The Morals of Princes, written by Giovanni Battista Comazzi in 1729, is an abstract of the most notable passages contained in the history of all the emperors who reigned in Rome. The book focuses on the moral character of the emperors and how their...

""The Mammals of India: A Natural History of All the Animals Known to Inhabit Continental India"" is a comprehensive book published in 1874 by Thomas Claverhill Jerdon. The book is a detailed account of the various mammal species that inhabit the Indian subcontinent, including...

""Ivan Mestrovic: A Monograph"" is a comprehensive book that explores the life and work of the Croatian sculptor Ivan Mestrovic. Written by Milan Curcin and originally published in 1919, this monograph provides a detailed account of Mestrovic's artistic career, from his early days as...

The Federal Reserve Act of 1913: History and Digest is a book written by Virginius Gilmore Iden in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Federal Reserve Act of 1913, which established the Federal Reserve System in the United States. The author...

The History of a Lie: A Study is a book written by Herman Bernstein in 1921. The book is an examination of the concept of a lie, its origins, and its impact on society. Bernstein explores the idea that lies are not just falsehoods,...

The History Of The Tribe Of Levi Considered is a book written by John Wright Printer and published in 1847. The book is a detailed exploration of the history and significance of the Tribe of Levi, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Wright...

The ""Combined History of Edwards, Lawrence, and Wabash Counties, Illinois"" is a historical book written by George Flower in 1883. The book provides a comprehensive account of the three counties, detailing their history, geography, and notable figures. The author covers the early settlement of...

The Political History of Chicago: Covering the Period from 1837 to 1887 is a book written by M. L. Ahern and published in 1886. The book provides a comprehensive account of the political history of Chicago during the period mentioned in the title. It...

The Boys' and Girls' Herodotus is a book that contains selected parts of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus' work, The Histories. The book, which was published in 1908, is specifically aimed at young readers and presents the stories of Herodotus in a simplified and...

Marchmont And The Humes Of Polwarth (1894) is a historical novel written by Julian Margaret Maitland Warrender. The story is set in Scotland during the 16th century and revolves around the Marchmont family, who are loyal supporters of Mary, Queen of Scots. The protagonist,...

""History of the Orphan Brigade V2"" is a book written by Ed Porter Thompson and published in 1898. The book is a detailed account of the Orphan Brigade, a Confederate Army unit made up of soldiers from Kentucky and Tennessee who fought in the...

""History of the Orphan Brigade V1"" is a detailed account of the Orphan Brigade, a Confederate military unit during the American Civil War, written by Ed Porter Thompson and published in 1898. The book chronicles the formation, training, and battles of the brigade, which...

Neely's History Of The Parliament Of Religions And Religious Congresses At The World's Columbian Exposition V1 (1894) is a historical book written by Walter R. Houghton. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Parliament of Religions and Religious Congresses held at the World's...

A History of England: Early and Middle Ages to 1485 is a comprehensive book written by Cyril E. Robinson in 1920. The book covers the history of England from the early and middle ages up to the year 1485. The author provides a detailed...

The History of the Mohammedan Dynasties in Spain V2 is a book written by Pascual de Gayangos and first published in 1843. It is a detailed account of the Islamic dynasties that ruled over Spain during the medieval period. The book covers the period...

The History of Creation V2: Or The Development of the Earth and its Inhabitants by the Action of Natural Causes is a book written by Ernst Haeckel and originally published in 1887. The book is a comprehensive study of the origins and evolution of...

Father Marquette is a biography written by Reuben Gold Thwaites in 1902. The book tells the story of the life of Father Jacques Marquette, a French Jesuit missionary who explored and evangelized the Great Lakes region of North America in the 17th century. The...

""A History of the Councils of the Church"" is a comprehensive account of the various councils that have been held by the Christian Church, from the original documents to the close of the Council of Nicaea in 325 AD. Written by Charles J. Hefele...

A Short History of England is a book written by the renowned English writer and philosopher, G.K. Chesterton in 1917. The book is a concise yet comprehensive overview of the history of England, from its earliest days to the early 20th century. Chesterton's writing...

The Samkhya System: A History of the Samkhya Philosophy is a book written by Arthur Berriedale Keith and published in 1918. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Samkhya philosophy, one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy. The author explores the...

""The History Of The Sufferings Of Eighteen Carthusians In England"" is a book written by Maurice Chauncy in 1890. The book tells the story of the Carthusian monks who lived in England during the 16th century. The Carthusians were a Catholic religious order who...

""Treason History Of The Order Of Sons Of Liberty"" is a historical account of a secret society founded in the United States during the American Civil War. Originally known as the Circle of Honor, the group later became the Knights of the Golden Circle...

Across America By Motorcycle is a book written by C.K. Shepherd and published in 1922. The book is a travelogue that chronicles the author's journey across America on a motorcycle. The journey starts from New York City and ends in San Francisco, covering a...

The Crooked Tree: Indian Legends And A Short History Of The Little Traverse Bay Region is a book written by John C. Wright and published in 1917. The book is a compilation of Indian legends and a short history of the Little Traverse Bay...

"" Ancient History Or Annals Of Kentucky: With A Survey Of The Ancient Monuments Of North America"" is a book written by C. S. Rafinesque in 1824. The book is a comprehensive study of the ancient history of Kentucky and North America, including the...

""A Popular History of the United States of America: From the Aboriginal Times to the Present Day"" is a comprehensive book written by John Clark Ridpath in 1877. The book covers the entire history of the United States, starting from the time of the...