History - Essays

Monographia Histeroidum is a scientific book written by Gustavo De Paykull and published in 1811. The book focuses on the classification and description of the family Histeridae, which is a group of beetles commonly known as clown beetles or hister beetles. It contains detailed...

The Shilling History of England by Mandell Creighton is a comprehensive introductory volume to the Epochs of English History. This book was first published in 1891 and provides an overview of the history of England from its earliest times to the late 19th century....

Temple Newsam: Its History And Antiquities is a book written by William Wheater in 1889. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the history and antiquities of the Temple Newsam estate, which is located in Leeds, England. The Temple Newsam estate is a historic...

The House of Commons: Illustrations of Its History and Practice is a historical book written by Reginald Francis D. Palgrave in 1878. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and functioning of the House of Commons, the lower house of the British...

""On The Use Of The Subjunctive Mood In Anglo-Saxon: And Its Further History In Old English"" is a book written by Gerold Hotz in 1882. The book explores the use of the subjunctive mood in the Anglo-Saxon language and how it evolved in Old...

Outlines Of Natural History For Beginners: Being Descriptions Of A Progressive Series Of Zoological Types is a book written by Henry Alleyne Nicholson and first published in 1873. The book is designed to provide an introduction to the study of natural history, specifically focusing...

The Beauties of Upper Strathearn is a book written by Charles Roger in 1854. The book describes the natural beauty of Upper Strathearn, a region in Scotland, in six different excursions starting from the town of Crieff. The author takes the reader on a...

On Protoplasm is a book written by James Ross in 1874. The book is an examination of the criticism that Dr. James Hutchinson Stirling made of Professor Huxley's views on protoplasm. Ross delves into the scientific debate surrounding protoplasm, the substance that makes up...

Reminiscences Of Auld Ayr is a book written by James Peterson and originally published in 1864. The book is a collection of stories and memories about the town of Ayr in Scotland, where Peterson grew up. The author shares his personal experiences and observations...

The book titled ""Improvement of the St. Mary's River and Canal: Memorial to Congress, Official History of the Improvement, Commercial Statistics for 1878"" was authored by the Marquette Iron Ore Association and published in 1879. The book provides a complete account of the efforts...

Pope's Essay On Criticism is a classic work of literary criticism written by the renowned English poet Alexander Pope. Originally published in 1711, this essay is a comprehensive guide to the art of literary criticism, offering readers a detailed analysis of the principles 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...

Spartiani Vita Hadriani: Commentario Illustrata, Disputatio Prior (1869) is a book written by Spartianus and Aelius. The book is a commentary on the life of Hadrian, a Roman emperor who ruled from 117 to 138 AD. The authors provide a detailed analysis of Hadrian's...

Lima, Unos Cuantos Barrios Y Unos Cuantos Tipos: Al Comenzar El Siglo XX (1907) is a book written by El Tunante that provides a comprehensive and detailed description of the city of Lima and its different neighborhoods at the beginning of the 20th century....

Author: James MacDonald,James SinclairISBN-10: 1437009425ISBN-13: 9781437009422Publisher: Kessinger PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/18/2008Pages: 512Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.02lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.31d

""History of Geology"" is a comprehensive book written by Horace Bolingbroke Woodward and published in 1911. The book provides a detailed account of the evolution of geology as a science from ancient times to the early 20th century. It covers the contributions of various...

""Personal Reminiscences of Lyman Beecher"" is a book written by James C. White and published in 1882. The book is a collection of anecdotes and memories about Lyman Beecher, an American Presbyterian minister and theologian who was a prominent figure in the Second Great...

Haworth, Past and Present: A History of Haworth, Stanbury and Oxenhope is a book written by Joseph Horsfall Turner in 1879. The book is a comprehensive history of the three villages in Yorkshire, England. It covers the early history of the villages, including their...

Descriptive Catalogue Of The Documents Relating To The History Of The United States In The Papeles Procedentes De Cuba Deposited In The Archivo General De Indias At Seville (1916) is a book written by Roscoe R. Hill. The book is a comprehensive catalog of...

Angelique of Port-Royal, 1591-1661 is a historical biography by A. K. H. Boyd that tells the story of Angelique Arnauld, a French nun who lived during the 17th century. Angelique was born into a wealthy and powerful family and was raised to be a...

""History and Root of the Principle of the Conservation of Energy"" is a book written by Ernst Mach and published in 1910. The book explores the history and development of the principle of the conservation of energy, which states that energy cannot be created...

""A Course of Six Lectures on the Chemical History of a Candle: To Which is Added a Lecture on Platinum"" is a book written by Michael Faraday in 1861. The book is a transcript of a series of six lectures given by Faraday at...

""Game Fowls, Their Origin And History"" is a comprehensive guide to the history and breeding of game fowls. Written by John W. Cooper in 1869, the book provides a detailed description of the various breeds, strains, and crosses of game fowls, both American and...

""History Of The Conquest Of Peru V2: With A Preliminary View Of The Civilization"" is a book written by William Hickling Prescott in 1847. It is the second volume of a two-part series that chronicles the conquest of Peru by the Spanish in the...

Cleopatra's Needle: A History Of The London Obelisk With An Exposition Of The Hieroglyphics is a book written by James King in 1886. The book provides a detailed history of the London Obelisk, also known as Cleopatra's Needle, which was brought to London from...

In The Tropical Regions Or Nature And Natural History In The Torrid Zone: With Anecdotes And Stories Of Adventure And Travel (1882) is a book written by T. Nelson And Sons. The book is a comprehensive guide to the natural history and ecology of...

""History of England V1: From the Peace of Utrecht to the Peace of Versailles, 1713-1783"" is a book written by Earl Philip Henry Stanhope and published in 1858. This book is a comprehensive account of the history of England during the period spanning from...

The History of Switzerland: From B.C. 110 to A.D. 1830 is a comprehensive account of the Swiss nation from its earliest days to the early 19th century. Written by John Wilson and published in 1832, the book provides a detailed and informative overview of...

""History Of Federal Government V1: From The Foundation Of The Achaian League To The Disruption Of The United States (1863)"" by Edward Augustus Freeman is a comprehensive account of the evolution of federal government systems from the ancient Achaian League to the United States...

The History of New France V1 is a book written by Marc Lescarbot in 1907. It is a comprehensive account of the history of New France, a French colony established in North America during the 16th and 17th centuries. The book covers the period...

""History And Political Science, Necessary Studies In Free Countries: An Inaugural Address"" is a book written by Francis Lieber and originally delivered as an inaugural address in 1858. The book emphasizes the importance of studying history and political science in free countries, as these...

""History of Aldborough and Boroughbridge: Containing an Account of the Roman Antiquities"" is a historical book written by T.S. Turner in 1853. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the towns of Aldborough and Boroughbridge, located in North Yorkshire, England. The...

Guide To The Materials For The History Of The United States In Spanish Archives is a book written by William Robert Shepherd and published in 1907. The book is a comprehensive guide to the historical documents and records related to the United States that...

Grillion's Club: From Its Origin In 1812 To Its Fiftieth Anniversary (1880) is a book written by Philip De Malpas Grey Egerton that provides a detailed account of the history of Grillion's Club, a private gentlemen's club in London. The book covers the club's...

""History And Minutes Of The National Council Of Women Of The United States: Organized In Washington, D. C., March 31, 1888"" is a historical account of the formation and activities of the National Council of Women of the United States. The book is authored...

""Gleanings From The Municipal And Cathedral Records Relative To The History Of The City Of Exeter"" is a historical book written by William Cotton in 1877. The book is a collection of records and documents that provide insights into the history of the city...

Gesta Regum Britanniae is a historical book written in the thirteenth century by Michel-Francisque, which provides a metrical account of the Britons. The book covers the period from the arrival of Brutus, the Trojan prince, to the reign of King Cadwallader in the seventh...

""From Berlin to Bagdad: Behind the Scenes in the Near East"" is a historical book written by George Abel Schreiner in 1918. The book provides an insightful and detailed account of the author's experiences during his travels from Berlin to Bagdad, covering the events...

""First Steps In The History Of Our Country"" is a book written by William Augustus Mowry in 1907. The book is an introduction to the history of the United States of America. It covers the period from the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus...

Fraser's Magazine for Town and Country V77: January to June, 1868 is a collection of essays, stories, and articles published by Longmans Green and Company. The magazine features a wide range of topics, including politics, literature, science, and social issues. The writers who contributed...

Filippo Strozzi: A History Of The Last Days Of The Old Italian Liberty is a historical book written by Thomas Adolphus Trollope and first published in 1860. The book is a detailed account of the life of Filippo Strozzi, a prominent figure in the...

Faiths And Fashions: Short Essays Republished (1880) is a collection of essays written by Beatrice Violet Greville. The book explores a range of topics related to religion and fashion, including the role of women in society, the influence of fashion on culture, and the...

Author: Robert Henry VickersISBN-10: 1436846013ISBN-13: 9781436846011Publisher: Kessinger PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/29/2008Pages: 120Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.38lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d

European History: Chiefly Ancient, In Its Processes is a book written by Denton Jaques Snider and published in 1908. The book provides a comprehensive overview of European history, with a focus on the ancient period. It explores the major historical events, processes, and movements...

Fifty Years: Or Dead Leaves and Living Seeds (1895) is a memoir written by Harry Jones that chronicles his life and experiences over the course of fifty years. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different period in Jones's...

""Episodes of French History: During the Consulate and the First Empire"" is a historical book written by Julia Pardoe in 1859. The book covers the significant events that took place in France during the Consulate and the First Empire, which lasted from 1799 to...

The Elizabeth College Register, 1824-1873: With A Record Of Some Earlier Students, A Chapter Of Island History (1898) is a historical book written by Charles James Durand. The book provides a complete record of the students who attended Elizabeth College, a prestigious school in...

""Eminent Americans V2"" is a comprehensive book written by Benson John Lossing in 1855. It includes brief biographies of some of the most prominent and influential figures in American history, including statesmen, patriots, orators, and other notable men and women. The book covers a...

Electro-Magnetism: History Of Davenport�������s Invention Of The Application Of Electro-Magnetism To Machinery (1837) is a book written by Benjamin Silliman. The book is a comprehensive historical account of the invention of the application of electro-magnetism to machinery, which was first accomplished by Thomas Davenport...

""Ecclesiastical History of England V2: The Church of the Restoration"" is a historical account of the Church of England during the Restoration period, written by John Stoughton and published in 1870. The book covers the period from 1660 to 1688, a time of great...