History - Essays

The Danish History Books I to IX is a historical book written by Saxo the Learned, a Danish historian who lived in the 12th century. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of Denmark from its earliest days up to the late...

The Birth of Tragedy is a philosophical work written by Friedrich Nietzsche that explores the origins and nature of Greek tragedy. Nietzsche argues that tragedy emerged from the tension between two opposing forces: the Apollonian and the Dionysian. The Apollonian represents order, reason, and...

Legends, Traditions And Laws Of The Iroquois Or Six Nations And History Of The Tuscarora Indians is a book written by Elias Johnson. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Iroquois or Six Nations and the Tuscarora Indians, their legends, traditions, laws, and...

The History of the Philippine Islands V1 and V2 is a comprehensive historical account written by Antonio de Morga. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering the period of pre-colonial Philippines up to the arrival of the Spanish colonizers....

Spanish Islam: A History of the Muslims in Spain is a comprehensive book written by the renowned Dutch historian, Reinhart Dozy. The book offers an in-depth account of the Islamic presence in Spain, starting from the early days of the Arab conquest in the...

""The Illustrated History of the Emulation Lodge of Improvement"" by Henry Sadler is a comprehensive and detailed account of the Emulation Lodge of Improvement, one of the most important and influential Masonic lodges in the world. The book covers the history of the lodge...

""The History of Masonry in North America from 1730 to 1800"" by Henry Whittemore is a comprehensive account of the development and growth of Freemasonry in North America during the eighteenth century. The book covers the origins of the Masonic lodges in the colonies,...

The History of Magic and Experimental Science V9 is a comprehensive book written by Lynn Thorndike. The book provides a detailed account of the history of magic and experimental science, covering the period from the 15th to the 17th century. The book is the...

The History of Torture Throughout the Ages is a comprehensive book by George Ryley Scott that delves into the disturbing and often gruesome practice of torture throughout history. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the various forms of torture that have been used...

The book titled ""The History of the Christian Religion to the Year Two Hundred"" is written by Charles B. Waite. It is a comprehensive account of the origins and development of Christianity up until the year 200 AD. The book covers the significant events,...

The History and Origins of Druidism by Spence, Lewis is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient Celtic religion of Druidism. The book delves into the origins of Druidism, tracing its roots back to the prehistoric era and examining the historical and cultural factors that...

Black Pope: A History of the Jesuits is a comprehensive book written by M. F. Cusack that delves into the history of the Jesuits, a Catholic religious order founded in 1540 by Ignatius of Loyola. The book explores the Jesuits' role in shaping the...

The History of the Royal Society is a book written by Thomas Sprat, which provides a comprehensive account of the formation and development of the Royal Society from its inception in the 17th century. The Royal Society was a group of scientists and scholars...

The History of the Vestal Virgins of Rome is a book written by T. Cato Worsfold that provides a comprehensive account of the Vestal Virgins, who were priestesses of the goddess Vesta in ancient Rome. The book covers the origins of the Vestal Virgins,...

The Apron: Its Traditions, History and Secret Significances by Frank C. Higgins is a comprehensive exploration of the history and significance of the apron. The book delves into the origins of the apron and its evolution over time, from its use in ancient cultures...

""The Romance of Metaphysics"" is a comprehensive introduction to the history, theory, and psychology of modern metaphysics, written by Israel Regardie and first published in 1946. The book explores the philosophical and spiritual concepts that underpin metaphysics, including the nature of reality, the existence...

The History and Philosophy of Animal Magnetism: With Practical Instructions for the Exercise of the Power is a book written by A Practical Magnetizer in 1843. The book provides a detailed exploration of the history and philosophy of animal magnetism, a theory that suggests...

The Cossacks: Their History and Country is a book written by William Penn Cresson and published in 1919. The book provides a comprehensive history of the Cossack people, who were a group of warrior horsemen from the steppes of Eastern Europe and Asia. Cresson...

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

The Story of Penelope Stout: As Verified by the Events of History and Official Records is a historical book written by Thomas Hale Streets and published in 1897. The book tells the story of Penelope Stout, a woman who survived a brutal attack by...

""The Secret Cabinet of History: Peeped Into By A Doctor"" is a book written by Augustin Cabanes, originally published in 1897. The book offers a unique perspective on history, as it is written from the point of view of a doctor who has had...

The Edomites: Their History As Gathered From The Holy Scriptures is a book written by Mary L. T. Witter in 1888. The book delves into the history of the Edomites, a group of people who lived in the region of Edom, which is located...

Tablet Manufacture: Its History, Pharmacy And Practice (1906) is a comprehensive guidebook written by Joseph Remington Wood that delves into the history, pharmacy, and practice of tablet manufacturing. The book starts with an overview of the history of tablets and how they have evolved...

""Stephen Hopkins, A Rhode Island Statesman"" is a two-part book that explores the life and political career of Stephen Hopkins, an important figure in the American Revolution. Written by William Eaton Foster and originally published in 1883, this book is a comprehensive study of...

Sons of Elohim is a book written by Harry Lascelles Burnette and published in 1922. The book is a religious and philosophical exploration of the origins of humanity and the relationship between humans and the divine. Burnette draws on biblical and mythological sources to...

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

""Platen Printing Presses: A Primer Of Information Regarding The History And Mechanical Construction Of Platen Printing Presses"" is a book written by Daniel Baker in 1918. It is a comprehensive guide to the history and mechanical construction of platen printing presses. The book covers...

The book ""Newburgh Centennial, 1783-1883"" is a historical account of the city of Newburgh, New York, during its first 100 years of existence. Written by the Newburgh Daily Journal in 1883, the book is a comprehensive record of the city's growth and development from...

Foundations of the Nineteenth Century is a two-volume work by Houston Stewart Chamberlain, first published in 1899. The book is a study of the origins and development of Western civilization, with a particular focus on the cultural and racial characteristics of the Germanic peoples....

A Catalogue Of The Hippisley Collection Of Chinese Porcelains: With A Sketch Of The History Of Ceramic Art In China (1890) is a book written by Alfred Edward Hippisley. The book is a comprehensive catalogue of the author's collection of Chinese porcelains, which includes...

The Feminine Monarchy: Or The History Of Bees is a book written by Charles Butler in 1623. The book is an exploration of the social structure and behavior of bees, and how it can be compared to human society. Butler uses his observations of...

The History of the German General Staff, 1657-1945 is a comprehensive book written by Walter Goerlitz. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the German General Staff, a military institution that played a significant role in shaping Germany's military history. It covers the General...

""History of the City of Memphis Tennessee"" is a book written by John M. Keating and first published in 1888. The book chronicles the history of Memphis, Tennessee from its founding in 1819 to the late 19th century. It covers topics such as the...

""History of the Backwoods: Or the Region of the Ohio"" is a book written by A.W. Patterson in 1843. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Ohio region, which was a significant area during the early years of the United...

The History Of The City Of Memphis is a book written by James D. Davis in 1873. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the city of Memphis, from its founding to the time of its publication. Davis covers the various...

Hebrew Lyrical History: Or Select Psalms, Arranged In The Order Of The Events To Which They Relate is a book written by Thomas Bulfinch and published in 1852. The book is a collection of psalms from the Hebrew Bible that have been arranged in...

""A History of the Battle of Bannockburn, Fought A.D. 1314: With Notices of the Principal Warriors Who Engaged in That Conflict"" is a historical account of the famous battle between the Scottish and English armies in 1314. The book, written by Robert White and...

The Social History of the Races of Mankind, First Division: Nigritians is a book written by Americus Featherman in 1885. The book provides a comprehensive account of the social history of the Nigritian race, which includes people of African descent. Featherman explores the origins,...

A Sketch of Elder Daniel Hix is a historical book written by Stephen M. Andrews in 1880. The book is a detailed account of the life of Elder Daniel Hix, a prominent figure in the First Christian Church in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. The author provides...

Moltke's Tactical Problems: From 1858-1882 is a book written by Helmuth von Moltke, a German Field Marshal and one of the most prominent military strategists of the 19th century. The book is a collection of tactical problems that Moltke encountered during his service in...

The Rocks of Deer Creek, Harford County, Maryland: Their Legends and History is a book written by Thomas Turner Wysong in 1880. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the geological features of Deer Creek, a tributary of the Susquehanna River in Maryland. Wysong...

Merle d'Aubign�����The Mysterious and Prophetic History of Esau Considered: In Connection with the Numerous Prophecies Concerning Edom is a book written by J. H. Merle d'Aubign����� and published in 1837. The book explores the biblical character of Esau and his descendants, the Edomites, and...

The essential Garry Wills, Lead Time offers a provocative view of a pivotal era in America from one of our most esteemed historians. In this collection of essays, written between 1968 and 1982, Wills explores American culture, politics, and mores, and demonstrates his astute...

Dick Rose spent a year in Vietnam (September 1967-September 1968) in Vietnam, as a Navy senior chief petty officer in Saigon and throughout the Mekong Delta. He was in charge of a team of twelve photojournalists who accompanied the forces of the Brown Water...

HIBISCUS MASONIC REVIEW VOL. 2 / 2008 Editor: Peter J. Millheiser, MD, FACS AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MASONIC HISTORY AND CULTURE Book Reviews The Old Charges Revisited Freemasonry: A Brief History of Origins Elias Ashmole's Initiation The Precursors of Cestrian Lodge The Causes of...

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...

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 History And Genius Of The Heidelberg Catechism (1847) is a book written by John W. Nevin that explores the origins and significance of the Heidelberg Catechism, a Protestant confession of faith that originated in Germany in the 16th century. The book provides a...

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...

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...