History - Essays

""General History of the World V2: From the Earliest Times Until the Year 1831"" is a comprehensive historical account written by Carl Von Rotteck and published in 1842. This book is the second volume of a two-volume set that covers the history of the...

Fiat Silver: Its Ruinous Effects Shown In History is a historical book written by Robert Henry Vickers in 1895. The book explores the impact of the fiat silver currency on various economies throughout history. Vickers argues that the use of fiat silver, which is...

Epitomes of Three Sciences: Comparative Philology, Psychology, and Old Testament History is a book written by Hermann Oldenberg in 1890. The book is a collection of three essays that provide an overview of three different fields of study: comparative philology, psychology, and Old Testament...

Dr. Elsie Inglis (1919) is a biography written by Frances Balfour about the life and work of Dr. Elsie Inglis. Inglis was a Scottish doctor, suffragist, and founder of the Scottish Women's Hospitals. She was born in 1864 and lived through a time of...

""Dunedin and Its Neighborhood"" is a comprehensive guide to the history, biology, geology, and commerce of the Otago region in New Zealand. Written by Alexander Bathgate in 1904, the book provides a detailed account of the area's early settlement, including the arrival of the...

""Diphtheria And Other Affections Of The Throat"" is a medical book written by Henry Knowles in 1879. The book provides a detailed account of diphtheria, including its history, causes, and character. It also covers other throat-related illnesses and their treatments. The author emphasizes the...

""Doctors������� Commons And The Old Court Of Admiralty: A Short History Of The Civilians In England"" is a book written by William Senior and published in 1922. The book provides a comprehensive history of the legal profession in England, specifically the civilians who practiced...

Christian Oratory: An Inquiry Into Its History During The First Five Centuries is a book written by Horace Mosley Moule in 1859. The book is a comprehensive study of the history of Christian oratory during the first five centuries of the Christian era. Moule...

Combinations: Their Uses And Abuses, With A History Of The Standard Oil Trust (1888) is a book written by Samuel Calvin Tait Dodd. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Standard Oil Trust and the role of combinations in the...

""Cases of Diabetes, Consumption, Etc.: With Observations on the History and Treatment of Disease in General"" is a medical book written by Robert Watt and published in 1808. The book contains a collection of case studies of patients suffering from various diseases, including diabetes...

As Primaveras is a novel written by Casimiro Jos����� Marques de Abreu and published in 1867. The story follows the life of a young girl named Carolina, who is raised in the countryside by her grandparents. As she grows up, Carolina experiences the joys...

Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England is a historical account of the Christianization of England from the Roman period to the 8th century. Written by the Venerable Bede, a monk and scholar who lived in Northumbria in the 8th century, the book is considered one...

Britannicus is a historical tragedy written by Jean Racine and published in 1669. The play takes place in ancient Rome and explores the power struggles and political intrigue within the imperial court during the reign of Emperor Nero. The story revolves around the conflict...

""Canadian Constitutional: History And Law"" is a book written by Albert Richard Hassard in 1900. It is a comprehensive study of the Canadian Constitution, covering its history and legal aspects. The book delves into the constitutional development of Canada from the earliest colonial times...

Annals of the Dudley Observatory is a historical book written by Washington Hunt in 1866. The book chronicles the establishment and early years of the Dudley Observatory, which was founded in 1852 in Albany, New York. The observatory was one of the first in...

Ancient Parliamentary Elections: A History Showing How Parliaments Were Constituted And Representatives Of The People Elected In Ancient Times is a book written by Homersham Cox and published in 1868. The book provides a detailed account of how parliamentary elections were conducted in ancient...

Ancient And Modern Denbigh: A Descriptive History Of The Castle, Borough, And Liberties (1836) by John Williams is a comprehensive historical account of the town of Denbigh in North Wales. The book covers the early history of the town, including its establishment as a...

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""An Entire and Complete History, Political and Personal, of the Boroughs of Great Britain V2: Together with the Cinque Ports"" is a book written by Thomas Hinton Burley Oldfield in 1792. The book is a historical account of the boroughs of Great Britain, including...

""American History, Government And Institutions: A Manual Of Citizenship For Young Americans And New Americans"" is a book written by Daniel Howard in 1914. The book is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of American history, government, and institutions to young Americans and new...

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 Short History Of The State Of New York is a book written by John Jacob Anderson and first published in 1902. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the state of New York, from its early Native American inhabitants to...

A Royal Road: Being The History Of The London And South Western Railway, From 1825 To The Present (1882) is a comprehensive account of the London and South Western Railway, one of the major railway companies in England. Written by Sam Fay, a prominent...

""A History of England, For Schools: From Earliest Times to Death of Queen Victoria"" is a comprehensive historical account of England, written by Benjamin Terry and published in 1903. The book covers the entire history of England from its earliest days to the death...

A Manual of Ancient and Modern History is a comprehensive historical guide written by William Cooke Taylor and published in 1845. The book covers the history of the world from ancient times to the mid-19th century, providing a detailed account of the major events,...

A Literal Translation of the Saxon Chronicle (1819) is a historical book written by Anna Gurney. The book is a translation of the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, a collection of historical records that covers the history of England from the Roman occupation to the 12th century....

A General History of Commerce is a comprehensive book written by William Clarence Webster and published in 1903. The book provides a detailed account of the history of commerce from ancient times to the early 20th century. It covers a wide range of topics...

""A History of the Grammar School: Or The Free School of 1645 in Roxburie"" is a book written by Charles Knapp Dillaway in 1860. The book provides a comprehensive account of the establishment and development of the Grammar School in Roxburie, which was founded...

A History of the Adult School Movement (1903) is a comprehensive book written by John Wilhelm Rowntree that explores the history, philosophy, and impact of the adult school movement in England. The book provides a detailed account of the development of adult schools, which...

""A Chapter On Slavery"" by Oliver Prescott Hiller is a historical book that explores the origin and history of slavery. The author presents a detailed account of the reasons why slavery was permitted and the probable ways in which it could be removed. The...

""Gene Autry In Public Cowboy No. 1"" is a biography of the famous American singer, actor, and rodeo performer, Gene Autry. The book, written by Eleanor Packer, chronicles Autry's life from his childhood in Texas to his rise to fame as a Hollywood cowboy...

Geology and Revelation or The Ancient History of the Earth: Considered in the Light of Geological Facts and Revealed Religion is a book written by Gerald Molloy in 1870. The book explores the relationship between geology and religion, specifically how geological facts can be...

The Wildcatters: An Informal History Of Oil-Hunting In America is a book written by Samuel W. Tait Jr. that provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the oil industry in America. The book explores the origins of the oil industry, the rise of the...

Institutes of Ecclesiastical History V1: Ancient and Modern is a book written by John Lawrence Von Mosheim and published in 1871. The book is a comprehensive study of the history of the Christian Church, from its earliest beginnings to the present day. It is...

The Ford is a historical fiction novel written by American author Mary Austin and published in 1917. The novel is set in the early 20th century and follows the story of a young woman named Molly, who lives in a small town in California....

""A Municipal History of the Town and City of Boston During Two Centuries: From September 17, 1630, to September 17, 1830"" is a historical book written by Josiah Quincy in 1852. The book provides a detailed account of the development of Boston from its...

Sketches From Eastern History is a book written by Theodor Noldeke and first published in 1892. The book presents a collection of essays on various topics related to the history of the Middle East and Central Asia, including the rise and fall of empires,...

The Puritan In Holland, England, And America V1: An Introduction To American History (1892) is a historical book written by Douglas Campbell. The book explores the lives of Puritans in Holland, England, and America during the 17th century. It provides a detailed account of...

""A Social History of the American Negro: Being a History of the Negro Problem in the United States"" is a historical account of the African American experience in the United States, written by Benjamin Griffith Brawley and first published in 1921. The book provides...

The book ""History of India V1: From the Earliest Times to the End of the Nineteenth Century, for the Use of Students and Colleges"" was written by Henry George Keene and was published in 1906. It is a comprehensive account of the history of...

The Illustrated History of the Union Stockyards is a book that was published in 1901 by W. Joseph Grand. The book is a sketchbook of familiar faces and places at the yards, and it provides a complete history of the Union Stockyards. The Union...

Captain Streeter, Pioneer is a historical non-fiction book written by Everett Guy Ballard and published in 1914. The book tells the story of Captain George Wellington Streeter, a pioneer and adventurer who played a significant role in the development of Chicago during the late...

Men and Measures: A History of Weights and Measures, Ancient and Modern is a book written by Edward Nicholson and first published in 1912. The book provides a comprehensive history of the evolution of weights and measures throughout the ages, from ancient times to...

The Dead Towns of Georgia is a historical book written by Charles Colcock Jones Jr. and published in 1878. The book details the history and demise of various towns and settlements in the state of Georgia, which were once thriving but are now abandoned...

Oxford Historical and Literary Studies Volume 6: Keigwin's Rebellion 1683-1684: An Episode in the History of Bombay is a book written by Ray Strachey and first published in 1916. The book focuses on the historical event of Keigwin's Rebellion, which took place in Bombay...

Taxation In Nevada: A History is a book written by Romanzo Colfax Adams and published in 1918. The book provides a comprehensive history of taxation in the state of Nevada, from its early days as a territory to the time of publication. It covers...

A Primer, written by Catherine Turner Bryce and first published in 1910, is a comprehensive educational guidebook for young children. The book covers a wide range of topics, including language, mathematics, science, history, and geography. It is designed to provide children with a solid...

""Som Cairo Mosques and Their Founders"" is a historical account of some of the most significant mosques in Cairo, Egypt, and the individuals who founded them. Written by R.L. Devonshire in 1921, the book provides an in-depth exploration of the architectural and cultural aspects...

""Kinse Shiriaku: A History Of Japan From The First Visit Of Commodore Perry In 1853 To The Capture Of Hakodate By The Mikado's Forces In 1869"" is a book written by Ernest Mason Satow in 1873. The book provides a comprehensive account of the...

The Manufacture Of Sugar With Various Notes On The Industry (1904) by Hermann Claassen is a comprehensive guide to the process of sugar production. The book covers every aspect of the industry, from the cultivation of sugar cane to the refining of raw sugar...