History - Essays

Sri Harsha of Kanauj is a historical monograph written by Kavalam Madhava Panikkar in 1922. The book provides a detailed account of the life and reign of Sri Harsha, a prominent ruler in India during the first half of the 7th century AD. The...

""Dartmoor Prison: Past And Present"" is a historical book written by Vernon Harris in 1888. The book provides a detailed account of the history, architecture, and daily life of Dartmoor Prison, a notorious prison located in the heart of Dartmoor National Park in Devon,...

Marquis' Handbook of Chicago is a comprehensive guidebook and reference book to the city of Chicago, first published in 1886 by A. N. Marquis and Company. The book provides a complete history of the city, from its early days as a small trading post...

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A History of France is a comprehensive book written by Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall in 1912. The book provides a detailed account of the history of France, starting from the earliest times to the early 20th century. The author covers the major events and figures...

Great Events In The History Of North And South America V2 (1851) is a historical book written by Charles A. Goodrich. The book covers significant events that occurred in North and South America from the time of their discovery to the mid-19th century. It...

""A Study Of The Factors Influencing The Anodic Passivity Of Iron, With Notes On Polarization Potentials"" is a scientific book written by Seth Chapin Langdon and published in 1915. The book deals with the anodic passivity of iron, which refers to the ability of...

""The Press Club of Chicago: A History with Sketches of Other Prominent Press Clubs of the United States"" is a book written by William H. Freeman and published in 1894. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Press Club of...

Discussions in History and Theology is a book written by George P. Fisher and originally published in 1880. The book is a collection of essays and lectures on various topics related to history and theology, including discussions on the Reformation, the history of Christianity,...

National Jewels: Washington, Lincoln And The Fathers Of The Revolution is a historical book written by Andrew Manship in 1865. The book explores the lives of three of the most prominent figures in American history - George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and the founding fathers...

""A Description of the Differential Expansive Pumping Engine"" is a technical book written by Henry Davey in 1880. The book provides a detailed explanation of the differential expansive pumping engine, which was a type of steam engine used to pump water. The author gives...

""Reminiscences Of A Forty-Niner"" is a historical account written by William Granville Cochran in 1908. The book provides a brief history of Lovington and its surrounding areas during the time of the California Gold Rush in the mid-1800s. The author shares his personal experiences...

The Industrial History of Modern England, written by George Herbert Perris and published in 1920, provides a detailed account of the development of industry in England from the late 18th century to the early 20th century. The book covers a wide range of topics,...

King and Commonwealth: A History of the Great Rebellion is a historical book written by Seeley and Jackson and first published in 1874. The book provides a detailed account of the English Civil War, also known as the Great Rebellion, which took place between...

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The History Of The United States Of America V2 is a comprehensive book written by Jacob H. Patton. The book covers the history of the United States of America from the discovery of the continent to the close of the first session of the...

My Father As I Recall Him is a memoir written by Mamie Dickens, the youngest daughter of the famous English author, Charles Dickens. The book was first published in 1897, six years after the death of her father. In this memoir, Mamie Dickens provides...

""A History of the Mathematical Theory of Probability"" is a book written by Isaac Todhunter and first published in 1865. The book provides a comprehensive account of the development of probability theory from the time of Blaise Pascal to Pierre-Simon Laplace. It covers the...

History Of The Pacific States Of North America V13, Part 1: California V1, 1542-1800 is a historical book written by Hubert Howe Bancroft and published in 1882. This book is part of a larger series that covers the history of the Pacific States of...

""An Investigation of the Rimes and Phonology of the Middle-Scotch Romance Clariodus: A Contribution to the History of the English Language in Scotland"" is a book written by Francis John Curtis in 1894. The book is focused on the Middle-Scotch Romance Clariodus and aims...

""A History of the Ancient Egyptians"" is a comprehensive account of the civilization that flourished along the Nile River thousands of years ago. Written by James Henry Breasted in 1908, this book covers the entire span of Egyptian history from prehistoric times to the...

The Digest of Justinian V1 (1904) is a book written by Charles Henrey Monro. It is a comprehensive legal text that provides a detailed overview of the Roman law system during the reign of Emperor Justinian I. The book is divided into several sections,...

Kant's Cosmogony is a book written by William Hastie that delves into the philosophy of Immanuel Kant regarding the origin and structure of the universe. The book primarily focuses on Kant's essay titled ""On the Retardation of the Rotation of the Earth"" and his...

""The Natural History of Reptiles and Serpents"" is a comprehensive guide to the biology, behavior, and classification of these fascinating creatures. Written by C. Bentham Printer and first published in 1821, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of...

""Nobody And Somebody, Circa 1592"" is a historical fiction novel written by John S. Farmer and published in 1911. The story is set in 16th century England and follows the lives of two young men, Nobody and Somebody, who come from very different backgrounds....

Reminiscences Of Morris Steinert is a memoir written by Morris Steinert himself in the year 1900. The book is a first-hand account of the author's life and experiences, spanning over several decades. Morris Steinert was a renowned musician, composer, and piano manufacturer who lived...

Newfoundland Quarterly: 1914-15 (1914) is a book edited by John J. Evans. It is a collection of articles, essays, and stories that were originally published in the Newfoundland Quarterly magazine during the years 1914 and 1915. The book covers a wide range of topics...

""A History of Dartmouth College V1"" is a book written by Frederick Chase and published in 1891. It is a comprehensive account of the founding and early years of Dartmouth College, one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions of higher education in the...

The Royall King And Loyall Subject is a historical play written by Thomas Heywood in 1637. The play is set in England during the reign of King Henry VIII and explores the themes of loyalty, duty, and honor. The story revolves around the conflict...

Homes and Haunts of the Wise and Good: Or Visits to Remarkable Places in English History and Literature is a book written by Mrs. S. C. Hall and published in 1860. The book is a collection of essays that describe various places in England...

The Philistines: Their History and Civilization is a book written by R. A. Stewart Macalister in 1913. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and culture of the Philistines, a people who lived in the eastern Mediterranean region during the Iron Age....

Arabic Thought And Its Place In History is a comprehensive study of the intellectual history of the Arab world, written by O�������Leary, De Lacy in 1922. The book explores the development of Arabic thought from the pre-Islamic era to the modern age, tracing the...

""A History of the Inquisition of Spain V1"" is a book written by Henry Charles Lea in 1906. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Spanish Inquisition, which was a tribunal established by the Catholic Church in the late 15th century to combat...

""History Of The Church Of England: From The Abolition Of The Roman Jurisdiction V6: Elizabeth, 1558-1563"" is a book written by Richard Watson Dixon and published in 1902. The book is a detailed account of the history of the Church of England from the...

""Travels Through Italy In The Years 1771-1772: The Natural History, Particularly The Mountains And Volcanos"" is a book written by John James Ferber and published in 1776. The book is a detailed account of Ferber's travels through Italy during the years 1771 and 1772,...

""The Tragedy of Mariam"" is a play written by Elizabeth Cary, first published in 1613. The play tells the story of Mariam, the second wife of Herod, and her struggle to maintain her position as queen amidst the political machinations of Herod's court. Mariam...

The book ""Surrey Archaeological Collections Relating To The History And Antiquities Of The County V3 (1865)"" is a collection of historical and archaeological research conducted by the Surrey Archaeological Society. The book is the third volume in a series and was published in 1865....

The Collected Essays of Rudolf Eucken is a book that was originally published in 1914. It is a collection of essays written by Rudolf Eucken, a German philosopher and writer who was known for his contributions to the fields of philosophy, literature, and religion....

American Anniversaries Every Day In The Year: Presenting Seven Hundred And Fifty Events In United States History, From The Discovery Of America To The Present Day (1918) is a comprehensive guide to important events in American history. Written by Philip Robert Dillon, the book...

The North Briton is a collection of political essays written by John Wilkes and published in 1763. The essays were originally published in a weekly newspaper of the same name, and this book contains all 46 issues. The essays are critical of the British...

Transcendentalism In New England: A History is a book written by Octavius Brooks Frothingham in 1876. The book explores the history and origins of transcendentalism in New England, a philosophical and literary movement that emerged in the 19th century. Frothingham delves into the lives...

""A Documentary History of American Industrial Society V7: Labor Movement (1910)"" is a book written by Richard T. Ely that provides a comprehensive account of the labor movement in America during the early 20th century. The book is part of a seven-volume series that...

""A History Of The Huguenots Of The Dispersion At The Recall Of The Edict Of Nantes"" is a comprehensive account of the persecution and dispersion of the French Protestant community known as the Huguenots, following the revocation of the Edict of Nantes in 1685....

Sketches of the History of Literature and Learning in England is a book written by George L. Craik and published in 1845. This book is the fourth volume in a series that explores the history of literature and learning in England. It offers a...

The Young Lady�������s Parental Monitor is a book written by John Gregory and published in 1792. The book contains two parts, the first being Dr. Gregory�������s Father�������s Legacy to His Daughters and the second being Lady Pennington�������s Unfortunate Mother�������s Advice to Her Absent Daughters.In...

""A Primer of Explosives for the Use of Local Inspectors and Dealers"" is a book written by A. Cooper-Key and was published in 1905. The book provides a detailed description of different types of explosives that were commonly used during that era. It is...

The History of North America V16: The Reconstruction Period (1905) is a book written by Peter Joseph Hamilton. This book focuses on the period of reconstruction in North America after the Civil War, specifically from 1865 to 1877. It covers the political, social, and...

The book titled ""The Seventeenth Century Accounts Of The Masters Of The Revels"" was written by Charlotte Carmichael Stopes in 1922. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Masters of the Revels during the 17th century, who were responsible for overseeing the production...

""The History of Wales"" is a historical book written by Caradoc of Llancarfan in 1774. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of Wales, from its earliest times up to the author's own day. The book is divided into three parts, each...

Britain At Work: A Pictorial Description Of Our National Industries is a book published in 1902 by Cassell and Company. It provides a comprehensive visual guide to the various industries that were prevalent in Britain at that time. The book is divided into chapters,...