History - Essays

The Romance of Metaphysics is a comprehensive introduction to the history, theory, and psychology of modern metaphysics written by Israel Regardie. Metaphysics is a branch of philosophy that explores the nature of reality and existence beyond the physical world. In this book, Regardie delves...

A Short History of Literary Criticism by Vernon Hall Jr. is a comprehensive overview of the evolution of literary criticism from ancient Greece to the modern era. The book explores the major movements and figures in literary criticism, including Aristotle, Plato, Horace, Longinus, Samuel...

The Pictorial History of American Presidents by John Durant is a comprehensive book that provides a visual and textual account of the lives and legacies of the United States Presidents. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different President, starting from...

Author: Jacob Christoph BurckhardtISBN-10: 1258144751ISBN-13: 9781258144753Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 388Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.14lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.80d

Berkshire: Two Hundred Years In Pictures, 1761-1961 is a book written by Richard V. Happel that chronicles the history of Berkshire, a county in England, through a collection of photographs taken between 1761 and 1961. The book provides a comprehensive and visual account of...

""The Origin of the National Banking System"" is a historical book written by Andrew Mcfarland Davis in 1911. The book provides a detailed account of the establishment of the National Banking System in the United States and its evolution over time. It also delves...

The Perfect Tribute is a historical fiction novel written by Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews. The story is set during the American Civil War and revolves around the life of a young man named Henry Maxwell, who is a telegraph operator for the Union Army....

History of Sullivan County is a book written by James Eldridge Quinlan in 1873, which provides a detailed account of the history of Sullivan County, New York. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of the county's history, including...

""An Episode of Flatland"" is a novella written by Charles Howard Hinton and published in 1907. The story follows the journey of a ""plain folk"" protagonist who lives in a two-dimensional world, known as Flatland. The protagonist discovers the existence of a third dimension...

An Original Collection Of Extant Epitaphs is a book written by Frederick Maiben and published in 1870. The book is a compilation of epitaphs, which are inscriptions on tombstones or monuments that commemorate the deceased. The epitaphs included in the book are taken from...

The book ""History Of The City Of Memphis Tennessee"" was written by John M. Keating and was originally published in 1888. This book provides a comprehensive historical account of the city of Memphis, Tennessee from its earliest days to the late 19th century. It...

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The book ""History Of Dudley Castle And Priory: Including A Genealogical Account Of The Families Of Sutton And Ward"" was written by Charles Twamley and published in 1867. The book is a comprehensive historical account of Dudley Castle and Priory, two important landmarks in...

""The Violoncello: Its History, Selection, and Adjustment"" is a comprehensive guide to the history, construction, and maintenance of the violoncello, written by Arthur Broadley and originally published in 1921. The book covers the origins and evolution of the instrument, as well as the different...

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 True History of Joshua Davidson is a novel written by E. Lynn Linton. The book tells the story of Joshua Davidson, a young and charismatic socialist who becomes a leader of a revolutionary movement in England during the mid-19th century. The novel is...

The Island of Dr. Moreau is a science fiction novel written by H.G. Wells. The story follows Edward Prendick, a shipwrecked man who is rescued by a passing boat and taken to a remote island where he encounters Dr. Moreau, a brilliant scientist who...

Notes on Leviticus is a book written by Francis Joule in 1879. It is a comprehensive commentary on the biblical book of Leviticus, which is the third book of the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament. Joule's commentary provides an in-depth analysis of the...

Amazulu: The Zulus, Their Past History, Manners, Customs, And Language is a book written by Thomas B. Jenkinson in 1882. It is a comprehensive study of the Zulu people, their history, culture, and language. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the...

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...

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...

Appalachian Newground is Lee Pennington's twentieth book and the first book he has published after a 23-year hiatus. His books of poetry, essays and short stories have won two nominations for Pulitzer Prizes, earned him the title of Poet Laureate of Kentucky in 1984,...

""A History Of The Theories Of Aether And Electricity: From The Age Of Descartes To The Close Of The Nineteenth Century"" is a comprehensive book written by E. T. Whittaker and first published in 1910. The book explores the history of the theories of...

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Foreword By Ruth Mahood. Additional Contributors Are Ralph C. Altman, Stephen E. Morrison, Melvyn Helstien, Mantle Hood, Forman Brown, And Howard E. Mitchell.Author: Los Angeles County MuseumISBN-10: 1258756269ISBN-13: 9781258756260Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/15/2013Pages: 60Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.21lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.12d

Author: Charles Powell WhiteheadISBN-10: 1258563304ISBN-13: 9781258563301Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/09/2013Pages: 30Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.12lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.06d

Author: Julius LeibertISBN-10: 1258179415ISBN-13: 9781258179410Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 92Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.19d

Author: Daniel Brodhead HeinerISBN-10: 1258482029ISBN-13: 9781258482022Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/15/2012Pages: 132Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.41lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.28d

University Of Michigan Publications, Language And Literature, V15.Author: Warner Forest PattersonISBN-10: 1258164051ISBN-13: 9781258164058Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 532Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.55lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.07d

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 of Fort Riley, written by W.F. Pride, is a comprehensive account of the establishment and development of Fort Riley, a United States Army installation located in Kansas. The book traces the history of the fort from its inception in 1853 as a...

""Notes on the Island of Corsica in 1868"" is a book written by Thomasina M.A.E. Campbell. It is a travelogue that describes the author's experiences and observations during her visit to the island of Corsica in 1868. The book provides a detailed account of...

The book ""Keating And Forbes Families: And Reminiscences Of C. A. Keating, 1758-1920"" is a historical account of the Keating and Forbes families, written by Cecil A. Keating and published in 1920. The book traces the history of these families from 1758 to 1920,...

""Virtues of British Herbs"" is a book written by John Hill in 1771. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the various kinds of herbs found in Britain, including their history, description, and figures. Hill explores the different uses and benefits of each herb,...

The Face of Violence is a thought-provoking book written by J. Bronowski. The book is a combination of an essay and a play that explores the concept of violence and its impact on society. The essay delves into the root causes of violence and...

""A History Of The Government Of The City Of Richmond, Virginia: And A Sketch Of Those Who Administer Its Affairs"" is a book written by Robert R. Nuckols in 1899. This book provides a comprehensive account of the government of the city of Richmond,...

""Stories From Louisiana History"" is a book written by Grace Elizabeth King and published in 1905. It is a collection of short stories that provide a glimpse into the history of Louisiana. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the arrival of...

Hydriotaphia, Urn Burial: With An Account Of Some Urns Found At Brampton In Norfolk (1893) is a book written by Thomas Browne. The book is divided into two parts. The first part, Hydriotaphia, is an essay on burial customs and practices from ancient times...

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""An Introduction To The History And Study Of Chess: With Copious Descriptions, Etymological And Practical"" is a book written by Andre Danican Philidor in 1804. The book offers an in-depth exploration of the history and study of chess, covering a wide range of topics...

The Tiffany And Company Blue Book (1893) is a historical publication by the renowned American luxury jewelry and specialty retailer, Tiffany And Company. This book is a catalog of the company's products and services, showcasing their latest and most exquisite jewelry designs, watches, silverware,...

""A Complete History Of The Great Flood At Sheffield On March 11 And 12, 1864"" is a historical account of the devastating flood that occurred in Sheffield, England in 1864. Written by Samuel Harrison, the book provides a detailed description of the events leading...

""History of Alabama and Incidentally of Georgia and Mississippi from the Earliest Period; Annals of Alabama 1819-1900"" is a comprehensive historical account of the southeastern United States, written by Albert James Pickett. The book covers the entire history of Alabama, from its earliest indigenous...

""What Really Happened At Pearl Harbor?"" by Dan Gilbert is a comprehensive historical account of the events leading up to and following the surprise attack on the US naval base at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The author delves into the political, military,...

The History of Nurse-Midwifery in the United States by Mary Theopane Shoemaker is a comprehensive book that explores the evolution of midwifery in the United States. The author delves into the history of nurse-midwifery and how it has evolved over time, from its origins...

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""The Folktale"" by Stith Thompson is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the world of folktales. This book explores the origins, structure, and themes of folktales from around the world, providing a fascinating glimpse into the cultural traditions and beliefs of different societies. Thompson...

""Giants, Civilizations And Submerged Continents Traced In History"" is a book written by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky, a Russian philosopher and occultist. The book explores the idea of ancient civilizations and lost continents that have been submerged under water. Blavatsky suggests that these civilizations were...

Odd Fellowship: Its History and Manual is a comprehensive guide to the history, principles, and practices of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF), one of the oldest and largest fraternal organizations in the world. Written by Theodore A. Ross, a prominent member of...