History - Essays

The book ""History Of Jackson County, Iowa V2 (1910)"" is a comprehensive account of the history of Jackson County, Iowa, written by James Whitcomb Ellis. This volume is the second of two volumes and covers the period from the mid-19th century to the early...

The Second Maiden's Tragedy is a play written by Thomas Middleton, a prominent English playwright of the Jacobean era. The play tells the story of a nobleman named Lussurioso who falls in love with a woman named Castiza, who is already engaged to another...

The History of Herodotus V1 is a book written by G.C. Macaulay that provides a comprehensive account of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Herodotus' life and work. The first...

The History of Egypt From the Earliest Time to the Persian Conquest is a comprehensive book written by James Henry Breasted. It provides a detailed account of the ancient civilization of Egypt, starting from its earliest origins up until the Persian conquest. The book...

The Ecclesiastical History of the English Nation is a historical account written by the English monk and scholar Bede in the 8th century. The book covers the history of Christianity in England from the arrival of the first missionaries in the 6th century to...

The History Of Oamaru And North Otago, New Zealand: From 1853 To The End Of 1889 (1890) is a book written by Robert W. H. S. that provides a comprehensive account of the history of Oamaru and North Otago, New Zealand from the year...

The Cambridge History of India Volume 5: British India, 1497-1858 (1858) is a comprehensive historical account of the British presence in India from the arrival of Vasco da Gama in 1497 to the end of the East India Company's rule in 1858. The book...

""New Zealand: Its Physical Geography, Geology And Natural History"" is a comprehensive book written by Ferdinand Von Hochstetter in 1867. The book provides a detailed account of the physical geography, geology, and natural history of New Zealand. It covers a wide range of topics,...

""History of Walworth County, Wisconsin V1"" is a comprehensive historical account of Walworth County, Wisconsin, authored by Albert Clayton Beckwith and published in 1912. The book offers a detailed overview of the county's history, from its earliest settlement by Native American tribes through its...

""History Of Saginaw County From The Year 1819 Down To The Present Time"" is a book written by Truman B. Fox in 1858. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and development of Saginaw County, Michigan, from its founding in 1819 up...

Clio, A Muse: And Other Essays Literary And Pedestrian is a collection of essays written by George Macaulay Trevelyan and published in 1913. The book is a combination of literary criticism and personal reflections, with Trevelyan exploring a variety of topics related to literature...

Feudal France In The French Epic: A Study Of Feudal French Institutions In History And Poetry (1918) is a book written by George Baer Fundenburg. The book is a comprehensive study of the feudal French institutions that existed during the medieval period in France,...

""A Sketch of Samaritan History, Dogma, and Literature"" is a book written by John William Nutt and published in 1874. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history, beliefs, and literature of the Samaritan community. The author delves into the origins of the...

The History of Roman Law is a book written by Joseph Louis Elzear Ortolan and originally published in 1896. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of Roman law from its origins to its eventual spread and influence on modern legal systems....

""The History of Portsmouth: Containing a Full and Enlarged Account of Its Ancient and Present State"" is a book written by Allen and Lake in 1817. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the city of Portsmouth, including its history, culture, and present state....

The Early History Of Canadian Banking is a historical book written by Adam Shortt in 1896. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of banking in Canada from its earliest beginnings up until the late 19th century. It covers the establishment of...

The History Of The Girard National Bank Of Philadelphia, 1832-1902 is a book written by Josiah Granville Leach in 1902. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Girard National Bank of Philadelphia, from its inception in 1832 to the year...

Margin Released: A Writer's Reminiscences And Reflections is a book written by J. B. Priestley, an English novelist, playwright, and broadcaster. The book is a collection of essays and reflections on various aspects of his life as a writer. Priestley shares his insights on...

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...

""History of the Swope Family: And Their Connections, 1678-1896"" is a genealogical book written by Gilbert Ernest Swope and published in 1896. The book traces the history of the Swope family from their origins in Europe to their settlement in America and their subsequent...

Baughman's ""The Oklahoma Scout: Personal Reminiscences"" is a historical account of the author's experiences as a scout during the late 19th century in Oklahoma. The book offers a firsthand perspective on the challenges and dangers faced by scouts during this time period, including encounters...

Terrae-Filius Or The Secret History Of The University Of Oxford: In Several Essays (1754) is a collection of essays written by Nicholas Amhurst. The book provides a satirical and critical look at the University of Oxford during the 18th century. Amhurst, who was a...

""The History of Caste in India V1"" is a book written by Shridhar Venkatesh Ketkar and published in 1909. The book explores the history of the caste system in India, focusing on the evidence provided by the Laws of Manu, a Hindu text that...

The Seventh Great Oriental Monarchy V1: Or The Geography, History, And Antiquities Of The Sassanian Or New Persian Empire (1882) is a book written by George Rawlinson. This historical work provides a comprehensive account of the Sassanian or New Persian Empire, which was one...

The Rose and the Ring, or The History of Prince Giglio and Prince Bulbo: A Fireside Pantomime for Great and Small Children is a classic children's book written by Michael Angelo Titmarsh in 1855. The story revolves around two royal families, the Rosalbas and...

The History Of Champaign And Logan Counties: From Their First Settlement (1872) is a comprehensive book written by Joshua Antrim. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Champaign and Logan counties, from their earliest settlements to the time of the book's...

""History of the City of Adelaide"" is a comprehensive account of the development and growth of Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia. Written by Thomas Worsnop and originally published in 1878, the book covers the period from the founding of the province in...

""Eight Months With Dr. Leichhardt In The Years 1846-1847"" is a book written by John Frederick Mann and published in 1888. The book is a first-hand account of Mann's journey with Ludwig Leichhardt, a German explorer, during their expedition through the Australian outback in...

In The Unpredictability of the Past, an international group of historians examines how collective memories of the Asia-Pacific War continue to affect relations among China, Japan, and the United States. The contributors are primarily concerned with the history of international relations broadly conceived to...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Author: Piotr WilczekISBN-10: 1917704542ISBN-13: 9781917704540Publisher: Chronos BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/02/2026Pages: 184Format: Paperback

First published in 1989, Coming on Strong addresses itself to anyone, whatever their sexuality, who wants to know why gay men have become one of those most controversial minorities in 1980s Britain.Author: Simon ShepherdISBN-10: 1032741899ISBN-13: 9781032741895Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/19/2026Pages: 318Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.82lbsSize: 8.50h x...

Late medieval and early modern Scottish history has seen much recent work on 'kingship' and 'lordship'. But the 15th century and the 16th century are usually studied separately. This book brings them together in a fitting collection in tribute to Jenny Wormald, one of...

A beacon for curious minds: Montaigne's essays live again, inviting us to think aloud with him across the seas of doubt and delight. This volume gathers a masterful essay collection from one of the founding voices of modern literature, presenting philosophical essays and self...

Know the names beneath your feet. Practical, concise and richly illustrated. A Dictionary Of The Flowering Plants And Ferns by J. C. Willis is a compact botanical reference guide that distils Victorian field scholarship into accessible entries on flowering plant species and ferns. Each...

Does history matter any more? In an era when both the past and memory seem to be sources of considerable interest and, frequently, lively debate, has the academic discipline of history ceased to offer the connection between past and present experience that it was...