History - Essays

The Naval History of the United States V1 is a comprehensive book written by Willis J. Abbot that provides a detailed account of the naval history of the United States. The book covers the history of the US Navy from its inception during the...

From historian and Pulitzer Prize finalist Garrett M. Graff, America in 25 Revolutions follows America's 250-year quest to fulfill the founders' promise of a nation where all are created equal, introducing us to the ordinary champions who moved progress forward. When Thomas Jefferson penned...

Points of friction reflects on the uneasy intersections between history, culture, and the evolving expectations of society, using measured prose to examine how the past continues to echo in the present. The essays explore how collective memory and historical fatigue affect human judgment, often...

Rochester History is a peer-reviewed biannual journal produced by the Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County in partnership with Rochester Institute of Technology's Department of History. It is published by RIT Press in both print and digital format. The journal is funded in...

From the author of the groundbreaking exposé Gomorrah comes a book that encourages and challenges the people to stand up for themselves and to not be fooled by the coercive nature of political power. Featuring short biographical sketches of a surprising mix of admired...

The variety of essays included in this volume were written as serious histories, some as would-be editorials never submitted, and some for family as memoirs. The criterion for inclusion was the notion that each contains one or more thoughts that might be of general...

This bi-lingual book tells the story of an encounter with a place, Agger, on the West Coast of Denmark. After more than 20 years of visiting and of developing intimate relationships with the place, the author moved here to embark on a post-academic career,...

An Open Access edition of this book is available on the Liverpool University Press website and the OAPEN library.A selection of essays on symbola, as the tokens of Classical Athens were called, bringing together scholars of various disciplines and professional categories (numismatists, historians, museum...

Does the discipline of history need a reformation? How should Christian faith shape the ways historians do their work? This book, written for students, considers the "how" of doing history. The authors first examine the current "liturgies" of the historical profession and suggest that...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1839 Edition.Author: Thomas CarlyleISBN-10: 1498124798ISBN-13: 9781498124799Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 640Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.41lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.01w x 1.29d

The Venerable Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England, as well as The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, is a historical book written by J.A. Giles. The book provides a detailed account of the history of England from the time of Julius Caesar's invasion in 55 BC up until...

This is a new release of the original 1924 edition.Author: H. J. McDermottISBN-10: 1494013215ISBN-13: 9781494013219Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 126Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.39lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.27d

The History of Henry the Fifth: King of England, Lord of Ireland, and Heir of France is a historical account of the life and reign of King Henry V of England, written by George Makepeace Towle and first published in 1866. The book follows...

The Chief Periods of European History: Six Lectures, Read in the University of Oxford in Trinity Term, 1885 (1886) is a book written by Edward Augustus Freeman. The book consists of six lectures that were delivered by the author at the University of Oxford...

""The Baptist Denomination: Its History, Doctrines, And Ordinances"" is a book written by Dudley C. Haynes in 1856. This book is a comprehensive study of the Baptist denomination, covering its history, doctrines, and ordinances. The author provides a detailed account of the origins of...

On The Early History Of The Doctrine Of The Holy Spirit: With Especial Reference To The Controversies Of The Fourth Century (1873) is a scholarly work by Henry Barclay Swete. The book explores the early history of the doctrine of the Holy Spirit, with...

""Constitutional History of England"" by George Burton Adams is a comprehensive study of the development of the English constitution from its earliest origins to the early 20th century. The book covers the period from the Anglo-Saxon period to the modern era, providing a detailed...

The book ""Documentary History of Suffield: In the Colony and Province of the Massachusetts Bay, in New England, 1660-1749"" is a historical account of the town of Suffield in Massachusetts Bay during the period of 1660 to 1749. The author, Hezekiah Spencer Sheldon, provides...

""A History Of Greece V5: From Its Conquest By The Romans To The Present Time, B.C. 146 To A.D. 1864"" is a historical book written by George Finlay. This book is the fifth volume in the series ""A History of Greece"" and was published...

Greek Cities and Islands of Asia Minor: Ancient History from the Monuments is a book written by William Sandys W. Vaux and originally published in 1877. The book is a detailed account of the ancient history of the Greek cities and islands located in...

The History of Quakerism by Elbert Russell is a comprehensive account of the origins, development, and evolution of the Quaker movement. The book traces the history of Quakerism from its roots in 17th century England to its spread throughout Europe and North America. It...

""The Platonic Tradition In Anglo-Saxon Philosophy: Studies In The History Of Idealism In England And America"" is a book written by John H. Muirhead that explores the influence of Platonic philosophy on the development of idealism in England and America. The book is 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...

""A Financial History of Texas"" is a comprehensive book written by Edmund Thornton Miller and published in 1916. The book provides a detailed account of the financial development of Texas from its early days as a Spanish colony to the early 20th century. The...

Malay Sketches is a book written by Frank Athelstane Swettenham and first published in 1895. The book is a collection of essays and sketches that provide a vivid and detailed description of the Malay culture and way of life during the late 19th century....

A Prisoner In Turkey is a non-fiction book written by John Still and originally published in 1920. The book is a personal account of Still's experience as a prisoner of war during World War I. Still, an Englishman, was captured by the Ottoman Empire...

The Discourses of Epictetus with the Encheiridion and Fragments is a book by Epictetus, a Greek philosopher who lived in the 1st and 2nd century AD. The book was first published in 1920 and contains a collection of Epictetus' teachings on Stoicism. The Discourses...

The History of Spain Volume 1 is a comprehensive account of the history of Spain from the establishment of the colony of Gades by the Phoenicians to the death of Ferdinand in 1793. Written by Charles John Ann Hereford, this book provides readers with...

The History of Company A, Second Illinois Cavalry is a book written by Samuel Halfred Fletcher and published in 1912. The book provides a comprehensive account of the experiences of Company A, a cavalry unit that served in the American Civil War. The author,...

""Belgrade, The White City Of Death: Being The History Of King Alexander And Of Queen Draga"" is a historical book written by Mrs. Northesk Wilson in 1903. The book tells the story of King Alexander and Queen Draga of Serbia and their controversial reign,...

""The United States In Our Own Time V1: A History From Reconstruction To Expansion; Being An Extension Of The History Of The Last Quarter Century"" is a historical book written by E. Benjamin Andrews and published in 1904. The book provides an extensive account...

Missionary History Of The Pacific Northwest: Containing The Wonderful Story Of Jason Lee (1899) is a book written by Harvey K. Hines. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Christian missionary work in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States....

""A Manual of Ancient History"" is a comprehensive guide to the constitutions, commerce, and colonies of the states of antiquity. Written by A. H. L. Herren and first published in 1833, this book provides a detailed account of the political systems, economic activities, and...

The Itinerary Through Wales: Description Of Wales (1908) is a book written by Cambrensis, also known as Giraldus. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels through Wales, providing a comprehensive description of the country's landscape, people, customs, and history. The author's...

The History of the Christian Church: From the Earliest Times to A.D. 461 is a comprehensive account of the development of Christianity from its inception to the mid-5th century. Written by F.J. Foakes-Jackson and originally published in 1891, this book covers the major events,...

A Political History of Modern Europe: From the Reformation to the Present Day is a comprehensive book written by Ferdinand Schwill and first published in 1907. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the political history of Europe, starting from the Reformation and continuing...

The Gentile Nations: Or The History And Religion Of The Egyptians, Assyrians, Babylonians, Medes, Persians, Greeks And Romans is a comprehensive historical and religious account of the major civilizations of the ancient world. Written by George Smith and first published in 1853, the book...

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...

Cosmos: A Sketch of a Physical Description of the Universe V1 1858 is a book written by Alexander von Humboldt, a German naturalist and explorer. The book is a comprehensive account of the physical and natural world, covering topics such as astronomy, geology, biology,...

""A History of the Association Psychology"" by Howard C. Warren is a comprehensive account of the development of the associationist school of psychology. The book traces the origins of associationism in the work of philosophers such as John Locke and David Hume, and follows...

The Changing West and Other Essays is a collection of essays written by Laurence M. Larson. The book discusses the changes that occurred in the American West during the 20th century. Larson explores various topics, including the impact of technology on the West, the...

""A History Of Halifax County, Virginia"" by Wirt Johnson Turner Carrington is a comprehensive account of the development of Halifax County from its earliest days to the early 20th century. The book traces the county's history from its Native American inhabitants to its settlement...

The History of Bee County by I.C. Madray is a comprehensive account of the development and growth of Bee County, Texas. The book covers the history of the county from its earliest days as a part of the Spanish Empire to its present status...

The Futures Trading Seminar, V1-2: History And Development, And Influence Of Environmental Factors is a comprehensive guide to the world of futures trading. The book is authored by Henry Harrison Bakken, an expert in the field of futures trading, and is a two-volume set...

Memorials of Thomas Cranmer V1: Sometime Lord Archbishop of Canterbury, Wherein the History of the Church (1840) is a book written by John Strype. This book is a comprehensive account of the life and times of Thomas Cranmer, who was the Archbishop of Canterbury...

""The History Of The Customs, Aids, Subsidies, National Debts, And Taxes Of England: From William The Conqueror, To The Present Year, 1778"" is a book written by Timothy Cunningham in 1778. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of taxation in England...

""Manx Names: Or The Surnames And Place Names Of The Isle Of Man"" is a book written by Arthur William Moore in 1906. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the surnames and place names of the Isle of Man, an island located in...

The Natural History of Infidelity and Superstition in Contrast with Christian Faith: Eight Divinity Lecture Sermons is a book written by Joseph Esmond Riddle and published in 1852. The book is a collection of eight lectures on the topic of faith and belief, contrasting...

Roman Africa, An Outline Of The History Of The Roman Occupation Of North Africa: Based Chiefly Upon Inscriptions And Monumental Remains In That Country (1902) is a historical book written by Alexander Graham. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Roman occupation of...

An Illustrated History of Ireland: From the Earliest Period is a historical book written by Mary Francis Cusack in 1868. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the history of Ireland from its earliest period up to the time of its publication....