History - Essays

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...

Personal Sketches Of His Own Times is a book written by Sir Jonah Barrington, a prominent Irish lawyer and judge who lived during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book is a collection of personal anecdotes and observations about the people and...

"BEST NONFICTION BOOK OF THE 20TH CENTURY." --TimeVolume 1 of the gripping epic masterpiece, Solzhenitsyn's chilling report of his arrest and interrogation, which exposed to the world the vast bureaucracy of secret police that haunted Soviet society. Features a new foreword by Anne Applebaum."The...

"Fascinating....Bessel does an excellent job of evoking the blasted landscape of a conquered Germany." --The New Yorker "A sober yet powerful account."--New York Times Book Review Authoritative and dramatic, Germany 1945 by distinguished British historian Richard Bessel is groundbreaking history that brilliantly explores the...

A terrifically engaging and original biography of one of England's greatest novelists, Evelyn Waugh, and the glamorous, eccentric, debauched, and ultimately tragic family that provided him with the most significant friendships of his life and inspired his masterpiece, Brideshead Revisited. Fans of The Mitfords,...

The numerous tales and legends related to lost mines and buried treasures in Oklahoma are often supported by documentation. The stories included in this book are most compelling because they offer chances of recovery. Though obscured by the passage of many decades since they...

Politician, soldier, naturalist, and historian -- a century after the peak of his multifaceted career, Theodore Roosevelt remains a towering symbol of American optimism and progress. This collection of speeches and commentaries from 1899 through 1901 embodies the Rough Rider's enduring ideals for attaining...

This collection of essays features some of the best of R. G. Collingwood's work concerning the relationship between history and philosophy. First published posthumously in 1965, Essays in the Philosophy of History is a collection of R. G. Collingwood's best work. He explores 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...

A fresh English translation laid out facing the original Sanskrit for easy reference and accompanied by a wealth of essential ancillary materials that make this book a complete course on the Bhagavad-Gītā in a single volume. This translation stands out from the many others...

The Legacy of Sun Yatsen: A History of the Chinese Revolution is a comprehensive book written by Gustav Amann that explores the life and impact of Sun Yatsen, a prominent figure in the Chinese Revolution. The book delves into the historical context of the...

Collectanea Anglo-Premonstratensia V3 (1900) is a historical book written by Francis A. Gasquet. The book is the third volume of the Collectanea Anglo-Premonstratensia series and was published in 1900. It contains a collection of historical documents and records related to the Premonstratensian Order in...

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...

Filled with Chestertonian wit, the fast-moving history includes such gemlike observations as, Henry VIII "was almost as unlucky in his wives as they were in their husband." Of the great late Victorian/Edwardian trio of wits: George Bernard Shaw, Oscar Wilde, and Chesterton himself, it...

The Albigensians were mostly from Southern France with the village of Albi being a center for their beliefs, hence their name. The Roman Church launched a 20 year crusade against them from 1209 to 1229, making this the only crusade ever launched against their...

For a man who grew up to become the "Bull Moose", Theodore Roosevelt was a sickly child, suffering from asthma and other maladies. But his physical weakness actually drove him to be more active, which also fostered an interest in nature. It also helped...

""Daturas of the Old World and New"" is a book written by William Edwin Safford in 1922. It is an account of the narcotic properties of daturas and their use in oracular and initiatory ceremonies. The book provides a comprehensive exploration of the various...

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""Reason and Intuition and Other Essays"" is a collection of philosophical essays written by J. L. Stocks. The book explores various aspects of human cognition, particularly the relationship between reason and intuition. The author argues that reason and intuition are not mutually exclusive, but...

This book focuses on central topics, such as the structure of the Jewish community, its organization and institutions and its relations with the state; the place Jews occupied in the Ottoman economy and their interactions with the general society; Jewish scholarship and its contribution...

In his timely new book, Mikhail Shishkin, argues that Russia is not a 'riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma' we just don't know enough about it. So what is the real story behind Putin's autocratic regime and its invasion of Ukraine? In...

A Concise History of Modern Painting is a book written by Herbert Read that provides a comprehensive overview of the development of painting from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century. The book is divided into six chapters that cover different periods and...

""The Story of Old Nantucket"" is a historical account of the island of Nantucket, Massachusetts, and its inhabitants from the time of its discovery until the early 20th century. Written by William Francis Macy and originally published in 1915, the book provides a comprehensive...

This book presents most of Mother's Matrimandir talks, including how she conceived the idea for this special concentration and meditation building in Auroville. Her talks about this subject were with the architect Roger Anger, various disciples from the Sri Aurobindo Ashram, and various Aurovilians....

50 years of Auroville from 28.02.1968 - 28.02.2018Today, information about Auroville is abundant. Many people try to make meaning out of Auroville - about its conception, to what direction should we grow towards, and, what are we doing here?But what was Mother's original Dream...

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This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as...

This is a new release of the original 1923 edition.Author: Lynn ThorndikeISBN-10: 1494110687ISBN-13: 9781494110680Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 456Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.31lbsSize: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.92d

This is a new release of the original 1923 edition.Author: Lynn ThorndikeISBN-10: 1494123266ISBN-13: 9781494123260Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 718Format: PaperbackWeight: 3.60lbsSize: 11.02h x 8.50w x 1.44d

This is a new release of the original 1923 edition.Author: Lynn ThorndikeISBN-10: 1494092859ISBN-13: 9781494092856Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 352Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.80lbsSize: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.73d

The Chahar Maqala, Four Discourses, Of Nidhami-I-Arudi-I-Samarqandi is a book written by Edward G. Browne in 1899. The book is a translation of the Persian text Chahar Maqala, which is a collection of four discourses by the 12th-century Persian poet and philosopher Nidhami-I-Arudi-I-Samarqandi. The...

The Church History of Britain V5: From the Birth of Jesus Christ Until the Year 1648 is a comprehensive historical account of the development of Christianity in Britain. Written by Thomas Fuller, a prominent 17th-century English historian, this book covers the period from the...

Author: Jessie Campbell Evans, Suzanne Harris SankowskyISBN-10: 1258244721ISBN-13: 9781258244729Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/17/2012Pages: 562Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.64lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.14d

Author: Lloyd E. McCannISBN-10: 1258145618ISBN-13: 9781258145613Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 30Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.12lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.06d

""A History of Fort Cobb: And Fort Cobb, Prairie Town"" is a book written by Muriel H. Wright that provides a comprehensive account of the history of Fort Cobb, Oklahoma. The book covers the establishment of Fort Cobb in 1859 and its role in...

San Antonio De Bexar: A Guide And History (1890) is a comprehensive book written by William Corner that delves into the history of San Antonio, Texas. The book provides a detailed account of the city's origins, from its earliest settlement by Native Americans to...

Years of Childhood is a memoir written by Russian author Serge Aksakov, originally published in 1916. The book recounts Aksakov's childhood experiences growing up in rural Russia during the early 19th century. Aksakov vividly describes the customs, traditions, and daily life of the Russian...

Presbyterians And The Revolution is a historical book written by William Pratt Breed in 1876. This book provides a detailed account of the role played by the Presbyterian Church during the American Revolution. The author explores the impact of the Revolution on the Presbyterian...

""History of Cyrus the Great"" is a book written by Jacob Abbott in 1850. The book tells the story of Cyrus, the founder of the Persian Empire, who lived in the 6th century BCE. The book covers his early life, rise to power, conquests,...

""Genealogy And History Of The Wellmans Of New England"" is a book written by James Wellman and published in 1867. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Wellman family's history, tracing their lineage and ancestry from their early origins in England to their...

The History of Union, Connecticut is a book written by Charles Hammond in 1893. It provides a comprehensive account of the history of Union, a town located in northeastern Connecticut. The book covers the town's early settlement, its growth and development over time, and...

The book titled ""The Present State of the West Indies: Containing an Accurate Description of What Parts are Possessed by the Several Powers in Europe"" was written by Thomas Kitchin and was published in the year 1778. This book provides a comprehensive account of...

""Things Touching The King"" by E. A. H. is a religious book that provides readers with a key to understanding the Tabernacle and the lessons it holds. The Tabernacle was a portable sanctuary used by the Israelites during their journey from Egypt to the...

""History Of The Colony Of Queensland V1: From 1770 To The Close Of The Year 1881"" is a comprehensive historical account of the development of the Australian state of Queensland from the time of European colonization in 1770 until the end of 1881. Written...

Boyville: A History Of Fifteen Years������� Work Among Newsboys (1905) is a book written by John Elstner Gunckel. The book chronicles Gunckel's experiences working with newsboys, particularly in the city of Dayton, Ohio, over a period of fifteen years. The book is divided into...

A Short History of Coins and Currency: In Two Parts is a historical book written by John Lubbock in 1902. The book is divided into two parts, the first part discusses the history of coins and currency from ancient times to the present day....

Pliny�������s Natural History In Thirty-Seven Books V2 (1847) is a book that contains the complete text of Pliny the Elder�������s Natural History. The book is the second volume of a two-volume set and was edited by Philemon Holland. Pliny the Elder�������s Natural History is...

""A History of the Great Massacre by the Sioux Indians in Minnesota"" is a non-fiction book written by Charles S. Bryant. The book provides a detailed account of the Sioux Indian uprising in Minnesota in 1862, which resulted in the deaths of hundreds of...

The Moral and Intellectual Diversity of Races by Count A. de Gobineau is a comprehensive study of the different races of mankind and their respective influences on the civil and political history of the world. The book explores the moral and intellectual characteristics of...

""Gregory The Great: His Place In History And Thought V2"" is a comprehensive book written by F. Homes Dudden that delves into the life and works of Pope Gregory I, also known as Gregory the Great. The book is the second volume of a...