History - Essays

The Essayist Or Literary Cabinet: Containing Essays, Dissertations, And Etc. On Various Subjects (1826) is a book written by an author known only as ""A Student."" The book is a collection of essays and dissertations on various subjects, covering a wide range of topics....

The Argonautica of Gaius Valerius Flaccus Balbus, Book 1 is a classic epic poem written by the Roman poet Gaius Valerius Flaccus. The book tells the story of the legendary voyage of the Argonauts, a group of Greek heroes who sailed from Greece to...

Pupil�������s Outline Of American History is a book written by William C. Doub in 1904. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history of the United States of America, designed to help students learn about the country's past in a clear and concise...

Passage From The History Of Liberty is a book written by Samuel Eliot in 1847. The book is a historical account of the development of liberty and democracy in the United States. Eliot explores the origins of these concepts in ancient Greece and Rome,...

The Possibility Of Approaching The North Pole Asserted is a book written by Daines Barrington in 1818. The book discusses the possibility of reaching the North Pole, which was considered to be an unattainable goal at the time. Barrington argues that the North Pole...

The book titled ""The Sheriffdom of Clackmannan: A Sketch of Its History, with Lists of Its Sheriffs and Excerpts from the Records of Court"" was published in 1890 and written by James Wallace. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the...

The Romance of Spanish History is a historical book written by John Stevens Cabot Abbott in 1869. The book provides a comprehensive account of the romantic and eventful history of Spain, from the ancient times to the present day. Abbott's narrative style is engaging...

The History of Bimetallism in the United States is a book written by James Laurence Laughlin in 1885. The book is a detailed account of the history of bimetallism in the United States, which is the use of two metals, usually gold and silver,...

St. Anselm of Canterbury: A Chapter in the History of Religion is a book written by James Macmullen Rigg in 1896. The book is a comprehensive study of the life and works of St. Anselm, one of the most prominent Christian theologians and philosophers...

The Rhynd And Elcho: A Parish History is a book written by James Ballingal and published in 1905. The book is a comprehensive history of the parish of Rhynd and Elcho, located in Perthshire, Scotland. The author provides a detailed account of the geography,...

""The Silk Goods of America: A Brief Account of the Recent Improvements and Advances of Silk Manufacture in the United States"" is a book written by William Cornelius Wyckoff and published in 1879. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the silk industry in...

The Register of the Priory of Wetherhal is a historical book written by J. E. Prescott and published in 1897. The book is a comprehensive record of the Wetherhal Priory, which was a religious house located in Cumberland, England. The priory was founded in...

""The Parish of Taney: A History of Dundrum, Near Dublin, and Its Neighborhood"" is a historical book written by Francis Elrington Ball in 1895. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Parish of Taney, which is located in the suburbs...

The Possibility Of Approaching The North Pole Asserted is a historical book written by Daines Barrington in 1818. The book is a detailed account of the author's belief that it is possible to reach the North Pole through the Arctic Ocean. Barrington argues that...

The History of the Reign of George II is a book written by Oxon in 1885. It provides a detailed account of the reign of King George II and includes a special notice of the Rising of 1745. The book is based on the...

""On Etruscan And Libyan Names: A Comparative Study"" is a book written by Daniel Garrison Brinton in 1890. This book is a comparative study of the names used by two ancient civilizations, the Etruscans and the Libyans. Brinton explores the similarities and differences between...

The book ""The History Of Thorney Abbey, Cambridgeshire: From Its Foundation To Its Dissolution (1879)"" by Richard Hyett Warner is a comprehensive account of the history of Thorney Abbey, a Benedictine monastery founded in the 7th century in Cambridgeshire, England. The book covers the...

Short Stories From English History is a book published in 1846 by the Society Promoting Christian Knowledge. It is a collection of short stories that recount various events and figures from English history. The stories are written in a simple, accessible style that is...

""History And Description Of The Town And Parish Of Ashton-Under-Lyne: In The County Of Lancaster, And The Village Of Dukinfield, In The County Of Chester"" is a book written by James Butterworth and published in 1823. The book provides a detailed account of the...

On The Track Of The Mail-Coach: Being A Volume Of Reminiscences Personal And Otherwise (1895) is a memoir written by Frederick Ebenezer Baines. The book is a collection of personal stories and anecdotes from Baines' time as a mail-coach driver in the mid-19th century....

""Here And There And Everywhere: Reminiscences"" is a memoir written by Mary Elizabeth Wilson Sherwood and published in 1898. The book chronicles Sherwood's life and experiences, from her childhood in Ohio to her travels throughout Europe and Asia as a young woman. The memoir...

Jubilee History of Thorold, Township and Town: From the Time of the Red Man to the Present is a historical book written by John Henry Thompson in 1898. The book provides a comprehensive account of the development of Thorold, a township and town in...

""Outlines in Ancient, Mediaeval, and Modern History"" is a comprehensive historical work written by S. Laura Ensign and published in 1887. The book provides a detailed overview of world history, starting from ancient times and continuing through the medieval period and into modern times....

The Fountains of British History: Explored is a comprehensive book written by J. B. and J. G. Nichols and published in 1852. The book explores the various historical fountains of Britain, including the fountains of literature, art, science, and politics. It provides a detailed...

The History of Sanquhar is a book written by Robert Simpson in 1853. It is a comprehensive account of the town of Sanquhar, located in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. The book covers the history of the town from its earliest known origins up to...

""History of the Eastern Townships, Province of Quebec, Dominion of Canada: Civil and Descriptive"" is a book written by Mrs. C.M. Day and published in 1869. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history, geography, and culture of the Eastern Townships region of...

""Strathbrock: Or The History And Antiquities Of The Parish Of Uphall"" is a book written by James Primrose and published in 1898. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and antiquities of the Parish of Uphall, located in the West Lothian region...

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""History Of The Queen�������s City Of Edinburgh Rifle Volunteer Brigade (1881)"" is a comprehensive account of the formation and activities of the Edinburgh Rifle Volunteer Brigade, which was established in the mid-19th century. The author, William Stephen, provides a detailed overview of the brigade's...

History Of Llangynwyd Parish is a book written by Thomas Christopher Evans, originally published in 1887. The book provides a detailed historical account of the Llangynwyd Parish, located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. The author describes the geography, topography, and natural resources of...

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...

The History Of The Worshipful Company Of The Art Or Mistery Of Feltmakers Of London (1917) is a comprehensive account of the origins, development, and activities of the Worshipful Company of Feltmakers, one of the oldest and most esteemed livery companies in London. Written...

The Anthropological Papers Of The American Museum Of Natural History V5 (1910) is a collection of scholarly articles written by American anthropologist, Clark Wissler. The book delves into the study of the indigenous people of North America, particularly their culture, language, and social organization....

Lute Taylor's Chip Basket is a collection of various writings by Lute A. Taylor, compiled and published in 1874. The book includes a diverse range of material, including lectures, essays, addresses, editorials, and public and social correspondence, all written by Taylor himself. The writings...

""History Of The Greenwich Savings Bank, New York"" is a book that provides a comprehensive account of the establishment and growth of the Greenwich Savings Bank in New York. The book includes the acts of incorporation and a list of the trustees and officers...

""History of Work Accident Indemnity in Iowa"" is a book written by Ezekiel Henry Downey and published in 1912. The book provides a detailed account of the development of work accident indemnity in Iowa, focusing on the legislative and legal aspects of the system....

The book ""Medical History Of The Expedition To The Niger, During The Years 1841-1842: Comprising An Account Of The Fever Which Led To Its Abrupt Termination"" was written by James Ormiston McWilliam and published in 1843. It provides a detailed account of the medical...

Human Placentation is a medical book written by John Clarence Webster in 1901. The book provides a detailed account of the changes that occur in the uterus and the fetal structures during pregnancy. Webster's work is a comprehensive study of placentation, which is the...

""History of France: From the Year 420 to the Surrender of Metz, 1870"" is a book written by F. M. Nikal and published in 1870. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of France from the year 420 to the surrender of...

The History of Civilization in Europe: From the Fall of the Roman Empire to the French Revolution is a book written by French historian Fran�����ois Guizot and originally published in 1885. The book covers the period of European history from the end of the...

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...

Kirkby Overblow and District is a historical book written by Harry Speight in 1903. The book is a comprehensive account of the history, antiquities, folklore, and old customs of the ancient parish of Kirkby Overblow, located in the West Riding of Yorkshire, England. The...

Le Courrier Des LXXXIII Departemens is a book written by Antoine-Joseph Gorsas in 1792. The book is a collection of articles published in the newspaper of the same name, which was founded by Gorsas during the French Revolution. The articles cover a wide range...

The book ""History Of St. Rollox School, Glasgow: Together With Memorabilia Of Same, And A Poetical Sketch Of The Old School And Its Notabilities"" is a historical account of the St. Rollox School in Glasgow, Scotland. Written by Hugh Aitken Dow and published in...

""History of the Hume, Kennedy and Brockman Families: In Three Parts"" is a book written by William Everett Brockman and published in 1916. This book is a detailed account of the genealogy and history of three prominent families - the Humes, Kennedys, and Brockmans...

""History of the Town of Carver, Massachusetts: Historical Review, 1637-1910"" is a historical account of the town of Carver, Massachusetts, written by Henry S. Griffith and published in 1913. The book chronicles the history of the town from its founding in 1637 to the...

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Excursions In And About Newfoundland V1: During The Years 1839 And 1840 (1842) is a historical travelogue written by Joseph Beete Jukes. The book details the author's experiences and observations during his travels in Newfoundland, Canada, in the years 1839 and 1840. The book...

""History of the Commune of Paris (1872)"" by Pierre Vesinier is a detailed account of the Paris Commune, a revolutionary socialist government that ruled Paris from March to May 1871. The book covers the events leading up to the Commune, including the Franco-Prussian War...