History - Essays

A School History Of The United States by John Bach McMaster is a comprehensive book that provides an overview of the history of the United States. The book covers the period from the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus to the end of the...

""Strife of the Roses and Days of the Tudors in the West"" by W. H. Hamilton Rogers is a historical account that delves into the tumultuous period of English history known as the Wars of the Roses and the subsequent reign of the Tudor...

A Short History of the Egyptian People by E. A. Wallis Budge is a comprehensive account of the history of ancient Egypt. The book covers the period from the pre-dynastic era to the end of the Roman occupation, providing a detailed overview of the...

The Rise of the American People: A Philosophical Interpretation of American History is a book written by Roland G. Usher that provides a comprehensive account of the history of the United States of America. The author presents a philosophical interpretation of the events that...

The Statesmanship of Wordsworth is a book written by Albert V. Dicey that explores the political and social ideas of the English Romantic poet William Wordsworth. The book delves into Wordsworth's poetry and prose to analyze his views on democracy, nationalism, and the role...

Concord in the Colonial Period is a historical book written by Charles Hosmer Walcott. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the town of Concord, Massachusetts, from its earliest settlement in 1635 to the overthrow of the Andros Government in 1689. The...

""Bygone Beliefs"" is a fascinating exploration of the forgotten and often bizarre beliefs held by people throughout history. Written by H. Stanley Redgrove, the book takes readers on a journey through the byways of thought, examining everything from ancient myths and legends to more...

""Mazes and Labyrinths: Their History and Development"" by W. H. Matthews is a comprehensive guide to the history and evolution of mazes and labyrinths. The book covers the origins of mazes and labyrinths in ancient cultures such as Greece and Rome, and explores their...

The History of Egypt From the Earliest Time to the Persian Conquest is a comprehensive book written by James Henry Breasted that covers the history of Egypt from its earliest times up until the Persian conquest. The book is divided into three parts, each...

""The History of the House of Orange: William and Mary"" is a book that delves into the history of the Dutch royal family, specifically the reign of William III and Mary II. The book is written by an anonymous author and covers the period...

""Variegation in the Agaveae"" is a comprehensive book written by William Trelease in 1908. The book focuses on the study of variegation in the Agaveae family, which includes plants such as agaves, yuccas, and aloes. Trelease explores the different types of variegation, including stripes,...

The History of European Morals From Augustus to Charlemagne V2 is a book written by W. E. H. Lecky. It is a comprehensive study of the development of morals in Europe from the time of Augustus to Charlemagne. The book is divided into several...

""Mount Everest: The Reconnaissance, 1921"" is a book written by Charles K. Howard-Bury, originally published in 1922. The book is a detailed account of the first British reconnaissance expedition to Mount Everest, which took place in 1921. The expedition was led by Howard-Bury himself...

The Story Of The One Tree Hill Agitation: With A Short Sketch Of The History Of Honor Oak Hill (1905) is a historical book written by John Nisbet. The book provides a detailed account of the One Tree Hill Agitation that took place in...

""A History of the Whitby and Pickering Railway"" is a book written by G.W.J. Potter in 1906 that chronicles the development and history of the railway line that connected the towns of Whitby and Pickering in North Yorkshire, England. The book provides a detailed...

The History Of The United States Of America V5, Second Series: From The Adoption Of The Federal Constitution (1879) is a comprehensive historical account of the United States of America, written by Richard Hildreth. This book is the fifth volume in the second series...

Thirty Years' View V1: Or A History Of The Working Of The American Government For Thirty Years, From 1820 To 1850 (1854) is a book written by Thomas Hart Benton. This book provides a comprehensive history of the American government from 1820 to 1850....

The Discovery of the North Pole is a historical non-fiction book written by Robert Edwin Peary, an American explorer who claimed to have reached the North Pole in 1909. The book details Peary's arduous journey to the Arctic region and his efforts to reach...

The History and Antiquities of Charnwood Forest is a book written by Thomas Rossell Potter in 1842. The book is a comprehensive study of Charnwood Forest, a woodland area in Leicestershire, England, and its rich history and cultural significance. The book covers a wide...

""History Of Greene County, Ohio V1: Its People, Industries And Institutions"" is a book written by Michael A. Broadstone and published in 1918. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Greene County, Ohio, covering its people, industries, and institutions. The author...

Maybole: Past and Present is a historical book written by Roderick Lawson in 1885. The book provides a detailed account of the town of Maybole, located in the South Ayrshire region of Scotland. The author delves into the town's rich history, tracing its origins...

""A Synopsis Of The Principal Events In English History: With A List Of The Sovereigns Of England"" is a historical book written by Thomas Haughton and published in 1876. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the major events that shaped English history from...

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 Town Of Hubbardston, Worcester County, Massachusetts (1881)"" is a book written by John M. Stowe that provides a comprehensive account of the history of Hubbardston, a town located in Worcester County, Massachusetts. The book covers the period from the town's founding...

Monographia Anoplurorum Britanniae is a book written by Henry Denny in 1842. The book is a comprehensive study of the Anoplura, which are a group of parasitic insects commonly known as lice. The author provides a detailed description of the anatomy, morphology, and biology...

""A History or Genealogical Record of the Messler Metselaer Family"" is a book written by Remsen Varick Messler and published in 1903. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Messler Metselaer family, tracing their lineage back several generations. It includes information on their...

The Last Dream of General Gordon: Before the Fall of Khartoum (1885) is a historical book written by J. Ashton. The book is a detailed account of the life and last moments of General Charles Gordon, a British army officer who was sent to...

The Lawrence Strike of 1912 is a historical account of one of the most significant labor strikes in American history. Written by John Bruce McPherson, the book chronicles the events leading up to the strike, the strike itself, and its aftermath. The strike took...

Reliquiae Antiquae Eboracenses, Or Remains Of Antiquity, Relating To The County Of York (1855) is a book written by William Bowman. The book is a comprehensive collection of historical and archaeological information relating to the County of York in England. It includes descriptions of...

Annales Monasterii S. Albani V1: A Johanne Amundesham, Monacho (1870) is a historical book written by Henry Thomas Riley. It is a compilation of the annals of the St. Albans Abbey, a Benedictine monastery in Hertfordshire, England. The annals cover the period from the...

Paderewski: Patriot And Statesman is a biography written by Bronislas A. Jezierski about the life of Ignacy Jan Paderewski, a renowned Polish pianist, composer, and politician. The book chronicles Paderewski's early life, including his childhood in Poland and his musical education in Warsaw and...

The ""History of James Mitchell, A Boy Born Blind and Deaf: With an Account of the Operation Performed for the Recovery of His Sight"" is a book written by James Wardrop and published in 1813. The book tells the story of James Mitchell, a...

A History of Freedom of Thought by John Bagnell Bury is a comprehensive exploration of the concept of intellectual freedom throughout human history. The book traces the development of this idea from ancient Greece to the modern era, examining the various ways in which...

Irving's Catechism of Roman History is a book that provides readers with a comprehensive and concise account of the most significant events in Roman history, from the foundation of the city to the fall of the Western Empire. Written by Christopher Irving and originally...

""Eclipse And O'Kelly"" is a comprehensive historical account of the life of Eclipse, a famous English thoroughbred horse who lived from 1764 to 1789. Written by Theodore Andrea Cook and published in 1907, the book covers all aspects of Eclipse's life, from his birth...

The Early History And Families Of Arab Horses is a comprehensive book written by Spencer Borden that delves into the origins and lineage of Arab horses. The book covers the history of Arab horses from their earliest known existence up until the early 20th...

A School History of the United States is a comprehensive textbook written by John Bach McMaster. It covers the history of the United States from the colonial period to the end of the 19th century. The book is written in a clear and concise...

A Brief History Of The American Consulate General At Guayaquil, Ecuador (1920) is a non-fiction book written by Frederic Webster Goding. The book provides a detailed account of the establishment and functioning of the American Consulate General in Guayaquil, Ecuador, during the early 20th...

""The True Chronicle History of King Leir and His Three Daughters, Gonorill, Ragan, and Cordella"" is a play written by John Wright in 1907. The play is based on the legend of King Lear, a tragic story of a king who divides his kingdom...

Negritos of Zambales: The Naboloi Dialect; The Bataks of Palawan (1904) is a book written by William Allan Reed. The book is a comprehensive study of two indigenous groups of the Philippines, the Negritos of Zambales and the Bataks of Palawan. The author provides...

""History Of The Indian Tribes Of The United States V1"" is a comprehensive account of the Native American tribes that inhabited the United States. Written by Henry Rowe Schoolcraft, a noted ethnologist and Indian agent, the book provides an in-depth look at the history,...

""Ten Thousand Miles In Persia Or Eight Years In Iran"" is a travelogue written by Percy Molesworth Sykes, a British explorer who spent eight years in Iran during the early 20th century. The book provides a detailed account of his experiences and adventures in...

The book ""The Story of Kalaka"" by W. Norman Brown is a comprehensive study of the Svetambara Jain hagiographical work, the Kalakacaryakatha. The book provides a detailed analysis of the text, history, legends, and miniature paintings associated with this important Jain work.The Kalakacaryakatha is...

The Savage World is a comprehensive guide to the natural history of the world's creatures, fishes, reptiles, insects, birds, and mammals. Written by J.W. Buel, the book provides a detailed look at the diverse and fascinating array of life on Earth. The book is...

Auld Drainie and Brownie: A Reminiscence of 60 Years Ago is a book written by William Gairdner and published in 1903. The book is a memoir of Gairdner's childhood in the village of Auld Drainie, located in the north of Scotland. The book is...

""100 Years in the Flathead Valley: The St. Ignatius Centennial"" is a commemorative book that celebrates the centennial anniversary of the St. Ignatius Mission in Montana's Flathead Valley. The book provides a comprehensive history of the mission and the surrounding community, from its founding...

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...

Hero Tales From American History is a collection of short stories written by Henry Cabot Lodge that chronicles the lives of some of America's greatest heroes. The book includes stories about George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Abraham Lincoln, and many other notable figures from American...

The History of Witchcraft and Demonology by Montague Summers is a comprehensive and detailed exploration of the origins, practices, and beliefs surrounding witchcraft and demonology throughout history. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the persecution of witches and their supposed powers,...

Ancient Times or A History of the Early World V2 is a comprehensive book written by James Henry Breasted that provides a detailed account of the early civilizations and cultures that existed in the world. The book is divided into several chapters that cover...