History - Essays

""An Introduction to the History of Magic"" is a book written by Eliphas Levi, a prominent French occultist and writer, in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the history and philosophy of magic, exploring its origins in ancient civilizations and tracing its evolution...

On The History, System, And Varieties Of Turkish Poetry is a book written by James William Redhouse and originally published in 1879. The book is a comprehensive study of Turkish poetry, covering its history, system, and various forms. Redhouse's work is considered a seminal...

""The Nature and Uses of Money and Mixed Currency: With a History of the Wickaboag Bank"" is a book written by Amasa Walker and originally published in 1857. The book provides a detailed examination of the concept of money and its various uses, as...

The Home Book of Pleasure and Instruction is a book written by Laura Valentine and published in 1867. This book is a guide for young girls and women on how to manage their household, take care of their family, and be a good wife....

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...

Index To Stallions Registered In The Clydesdale Stud Book: With Introductory Essays On The Early History Of The Clydesdale (1908) is a book written by Thomas Dykes. It is a comprehensive index of all the stallions that have been registered in the Clydesdale Stud...

The Rosebush Of A Thousand Years is a novel written by Mabel Wagnalls and published in 1918. The story revolves around a young woman named Rose who lives in a small village in England. Rose is a kind and gentle soul who loves nature...

A History Of The Descendants Of David McKee Of Anahilt: With A General Of The Early McKees (1892) is a book written by James Y. McKee. The book is a comprehensive history of the McKee family, specifically the descendants of David McKee of Anahilt....

""A History Of The Italian Republics: Being A View Of The Rise, Progress, And Fall Of Italian Freedom"" is a book written by Jean Charles Leonard de Sismondi in 1847. The book provides a comprehensive historical account of the Italian republics, from their rise...

""The Horse of America in His Derivation, History and Development"" is a comprehensive book written by John H. Wallace in 1897. The book explores the history and development of the horse in America, from its origins in Europe to its evolution into the various...

Brief Chronicles is a book written by William Winter and first published in 1889. The book is a collection of essays and articles that the author had previously written for various publications. Winter was a well-known American drama critic and writer, and in this...

A Preliminary Discourse On The Study Of Natural History is a book written by William Swainson and first published in 1834. The book is a comprehensive introduction to the study of natural history and covers a wide range of topics related to the subject....

""Irish History and the Irish Question"" by Goldwin Smith is a comprehensive study of the history of Ireland and the political issues surrounding the country. The book covers the period from the early Celtic settlements to the modern era, providing an in-depth look at...

The book ""History Of The Spirit Lake Massacre And Captivity Of Miss Abbie Gardner"" is a first-hand account of the Spirit Lake Massacre, written by Abbie Gardner, who was one of the survivors of the attack. The book details the events leading up to...

""Early Egyptian History and Legend Under the Great Empire"" by Charles F. Horne is a comprehensive book that delves into the early history and legends of Egypt during the Great Empire. The book is divided into various chapters that cover different aspects of Egyptian...

""The Natural History of Intellect and Other Papers"" is a collection of essays and lectures by the renowned American philosopher and writer, Ralph Waldo Emerson. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of intellect, the relationship between language and thought,...

History of Eufaula, Alabama: The Bluff City of the Chattahoochee is a book written by J.A.B. Besson in 1875. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Eufaula, a city located in Alabama, USA. The author traces the city's origins from its...

""History of the Emigrant Boers in South Africa"" is a historical account written by George McCall Theal in 1888. The book chronicles the journey of the Boers, a group of Dutch-speaking settlers who migrated from the Cape Colony to the interior of South Africa...

Le Roi S'amuse: A Tragedy is a play written by Victor Hugo in 1877. The play is set in 16th century France and tells the story of King Francis I and his court jester, Triboulet. The play explores themes of power, love, and betrayal...

Moore's History Of The States: United And Otherwise is a book written by Charles Forrest Moore and published in 1909. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of the United States and other states around the world. It covers the major events,...

The book ""History of Rye, Westchester County, New York, 1660-1870: Including Harrison and the White Plains Till 1788"" was written by Charles Washington Baird and was published in 1871. The book provides a comprehensive history of Rye, a town in Westchester County, New York,...

Bryant Centennial, Cummington: August 16, 1894 is a book written by John Bigelow in 1894. The book is a detailed account of the centennial celebration of the birth of William Cullen Bryant, an American poet, journalist, and editor who was born in Cummington, Massachusetts....

""Reminiscences of Saratoga and Ballston"" is a historical book written by William Leete Stone in 1875. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences and observations of the Saratoga and Ballston region during the early 19th century. Stone was a prominent journalist and...

The Kiss And Its History is a book written by Christopher Nyrop in 1901. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the kiss, exploring its origins and evolution throughout different cultures and time periods. Nyrop delves into the symbolism and significance...

The History And Present Condition Of Tripoli: With Some Accounts Of The Other Barbary States (1835) is a book written by Robert Greenhow. It provides a comprehensive account of the history and current state of Tripoli, one of the Barbary States in North Africa....

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This Is A New Release Of The Original 1858 Edition.Author: Alexander Von HumboldtISBN-10: 1498072992ISBN-13: 9781498072991Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 418Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.23lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.85d

""Materials For A History Of Oil Painting"" is a comprehensive book written by Charles Lock Eastlake in 1847. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the history and development of oil painting techniques, materials, and tools. Eastlake covers various aspects of oil painting, including...

""Sephardim; Or The History Of The Jews In Spain And Portugal"" is a comprehensive account of the Sephardic Jewish community's history in the Iberian Peninsula, written by James Finn. The book covers the period from the arrival of the Jews in Spain in the...

""The South Looks at Its Past"" by Benjamin Burks Kendrick is a comprehensive examination of the South's historical memory and how it has evolved over time. The book explores the ways in which Southerners have remembered and interpreted their past, from the Civil War...

The book titled ""History Of Cottonwood And Watonwan Counties, Minnesota V1: Their People, Industries, And Institutions (1916)"" by John A. Brown is a comprehensive account of the history, culture, and development of two counties in Minnesota. The book is divided into chapters that cover...

The Widow Ranter or The History of Bacon in Virginia is a play written by Aphra Behn in the late 17th century. The story is set in colonial Virginia during the 1676 Bacon's Rebellion, which was a popular uprising against the British colonial government....

The book ""History of Goodhue County: Including a Sketch of the Territory and State of Minnesota"" was published in 1878 by Wood Alley and Company Publisher. It is a comprehensive historical account of Goodhue County, located in southeastern Minnesota. The book covers the early...

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 Is A New Release Of The Original 1852 Edition.Author: Thomas Darcy McGeeISBN-10: 149819219XISBN-13: 9781498192194Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 242Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.72lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.51d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1902 Edition.Author: Ernest AlbeeISBN-10: 1498084524ISBN-13: 9781498084529Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 446Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.31lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.90d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1911 Edition.Author: Andy AdamsISBN-10: 1498061435ISBN-13: 9781498061438Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 388Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.14lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.80d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1895 Edition.Author: Sgt Major Edward CottonISBN-10: 1498034500ISBN-13: 9781498034500Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 332Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.98lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.69d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1919 Edition.Author: Alexander ToponceISBN-10: 1497999871ISBN-13: 9781497999879Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 252Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.75lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.53d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1903 Edition.Author: T. J. Deboer, Edward R. JonesISBN-10: 149799117XISBN-13: 9781497991170Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 232Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.90lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.01w x 0.49d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1899 Edition.Author: H. E. OrcuttISBN-10: 1497942721ISBN-13: 9781497942721Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 82Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.27lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.17d

The Law of Civilization and Decay: An Essay on History is a thought-provoking book by Brooks Adams that explores the cyclical nature of civilizations throughout history. Adams argues that civilizations rise and fall due to a combination of factors such as economic, social, and...

"The most terrible thing about it is not that it breaks one's heart-hearts are made to be broken-but that it turns one's heart to stone." Oscar Wilde, De Profundis De Profundis (Latin: "from the depths") is an epistle written by Oscar Wilde during his...

This is a new release of the original 1928 edition.Author: Marquis De SegurISBN-10: 1494089254ISBN-13: 9781494089252Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 340Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.71d

This is a new release of the original 1930 edition.Author: Alice Stone BlackwellISBN-10: 1494084945ISBN-13: 9781494084943Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 322Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.95lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.67d

This is a new release of the original 1923 edition.Author: Arthur TrainISBN-10: 1494056682ISBN-13: 9781494056681Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 246Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.74lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.52d

This is a new release of the original 1949 edition.Author: Henry A. DavidsonISBN-10: 1494054108ISBN-13: 9781494054106Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 240Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.72lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.51d