History - Essays

""Fragments of History: Narratives of Some of the Most Remarkable Events in Ancient and Modern Times"" is a book written by Henry Peter Dunster and published in 1850. The book is a collection of historical narratives that chronicle some of the most significant events...

""History of Ashford"" is a book written by Augustus John Pearman in 1868. This book documents the history of the town of Ashford, located in the county of Kent in England. The author provides a detailed account of the town's origins, its growth and...

""History of the Langobards"" is a comprehensive historical account of the Lombard people, written by Paul the Deacon in 1906. The Lombards were a Germanic people who migrated to Italy in the 6th century and established a kingdom that lasted until the 8th century....

Experimental Essays: On The Motions Of Camphor On Water, On The Motion Of Camphor Towards The Light, History Of The Modern Theory Of Dew (1863) is a scientific book written by Charles Tomlinson. The book is a collection of three essays that explore different...

Gleanings and Reminiscences is a book written by Frank Thorpe Porter and published in 1875. The book is a collection of personal essays and anecdotes about the author's life and experiences. The essays cover a wide variety of topics, including travel, politics, history, and...

First Lessons in United States History is a historical textbook written by Edward Channing and first published in 1903. The book is intended for students in the United States who are just beginning to study American history. It covers the period from the discovery...

The Constitutional History of England, written by George Burton Adams and published in 1921, is an in-depth exploration of the evolution of the English constitution from the pre-Norman Conquest period to the early 20th century. The book begins with a discussion of the Anglo-Saxon...

Chile Contemporaneo (1904) is a book written by Luis Orrego Luco, which provides an in-depth analysis of the contemporary social, political, and economic landscape of Chile in the early 20th century. The book explores the country's history, culture, and society, including its relationship with...

Death and Burial in Attic Tragedy, Part 1: Death and the Dead is a book written by Lucia Catherine Graeme Grieve in 1898. The book explores the theme of death and burial in ancient Greek tragedy, particularly in Attic drama. The author delves into...

American History: Second Book, 1763 To The Present Time is a historical book written by Arthur Cecil Perry Jr. and was first published in 1914. The book is a comprehensive account of American history, starting from the end of the French and Indian War...

A Short History of English Commerce and Industry is a historical text written by Langford Lovell Price in 1900. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of trade and industry in England from the Middle Ages to the end of the 19th...

A Translation Of Walhalla�������s Inmates: Described By Lewis The First, King Of Bavaria (1845) is a book by Louis Everill and George Lewis. The book is a translation of a work by King Lewis I of Bavaria, in which he describes the individuals who...

A Short Account of Romsey Abbey is a book written by Thomas Perkins in 1907. The book provides a detailed description of the architecture and history of the Romsey Abbey, a convent dedicated to Saints Mary and Ethelfleda. The author provides a comprehensive account...

A Ramble Round The Globe is a travelogue written by Thomas R. Dewar and published in 1894. The book is a detailed account of Dewar's journey around the world, covering his experiences in various countries and cultures. The author takes the reader on a...

A Prince of Dreamers is a novel written by Flora Annie Steel and published in 1908. The story is set in India during the British Raj and follows the life of a young boy named Prince Akbar, who is the son of a wealthy...

""A Pribil-Esethez"" is a Hungarian novel written by Laszlo Fayer and published in 1888. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Pribil who lives in a small village in Hungary. Pribil is a strong-willed and independent woman who is determined...

""A History Of The State Paper Office: With A View Of The Documents Therein Deposited"" is a book written by Francis Sheppard Thomas and published in 1849. The book provides a comprehensive account of the State Paper Office, which was a repository for important...

""A Smaller School History of the United States: From the Discovery of America to the Year 1877"" is a history book written by David B. Scott in 1881. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the United States, starting from the...

""A Short History of Chemistry"" is a book written by Francis Preston Venable and originally published in 1894. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of chemistry, starting from the earliest known chemical practices and theories in ancient civilizations and continuing through...

""A History of the Rarer British Birds"" is a comprehensive guide to the avian species that are less commonly found in Great Britain. Written by Thomas Campbell Eyton and originally published in 1836, the book provides detailed descriptions of the physical characteristics and behaviors...

We Who Are About To Die: Prison As Seen By A Condemned Man is a powerful and deeply moving memoir written by David Lamson, a man who spent years on death row in California's infamous San Quentin State Prison. Lamson's story is one of...

The History of Spain Volume 2 is a comprehensive account of the history of Spain from the establishment of the colony of Gades by the Phoenicians up to the death of Ferdinand, surnamed the Sage, in 1252. Written by Charles John Ann Hereford and...

The book ""History And Antiquities Of The County Of Norfolk V5: Containing The Hundreds Of Freebridge Lynn, Freebridge Marshland And Gallow (1781)"" is a comprehensive historical account of the county of Norfolk in England. Written by John Armstrong Mostyn, the book focuses on the...

When The Ku Klux Rode is a historical non-fiction book written by Eyre Damer and originally published in 1912. The book provides an in-depth account of the Ku Klux Klan's activities during the Reconstruction era in the United States, particularly in the southern states....

Roba Di Roma V1 is a book written by William Wetmore Story and published in 1864. The book is a travelogue that takes the reader on a journey through the city of Rome, Italy. It is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of...

Heroes and Heroines of English History is a book written by Alice Spencer Hoffman and published in 1914. The book is a collection of biographies of famous and influential figures from English history, ranging from the Anglo-Saxon period to the 19th century. The book...

""Canada And Its Provinces V4: A History Of The Canadian People And Their Institutions"" is a historical book written by Adam Shortt in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Canadian people and their institutions, covering various aspects of Canadian history, including...

The book titled ""The Constitutional History Of England V3: Since The Accession Of George The Third"" is written by Thomas Erskine May and was published in 1912. This book is the third volume of a series that aims to provide a comprehensive account of...

An English Garner V2: Ingatherings From Our History And Literature (1895) is a book compiled by Edward Arber. It is a collection of various historical and literary works that are considered important to the English language and culture. The book is divided into different...

Intellectual Philosophy for Schools and Colleges is a comprehensive guide to the study of philosophy, written by J.T. Champlin and first published in 1860. The book is intended as a textbook for students of philosophy, providing an outline of the science and an abstract...

Readings From English History, Part Three: From Cromwell To Balaklava (1911) is a historical book written by John Richard Green. The book is a collection of readings that cover the period of English history from the time of Cromwell to the Battle of Balaklava....

Kings In Exile is a historical novel written by Charles G. D. Roberts in 1910. The book is set in the 17th century and follows the story of two young princes who are forced to flee their homeland after their father, the king, is...

Lincoln and Prohibition is a book written by Charles T. White in 1921 that explores Abraham Lincoln's views on alcohol prohibition. The book delves into the historical context of the temperance movement in America during Lincoln's time and how it influenced his political beliefs....

Masollam V2: A Problem Of The Period is a novel written by Laurence Oliphant in 1886. It is the second volume in the Masollam series, which follows the adventures of a mysterious and enigmatic character named Masollam. The novel is set in the late...

Black-Robes: Or Sketches Of Missions And Ministers In The Wilderness And On The Border is a book written by Robert P. Nevin and published in 1872. The book is a collection of sketches that detail the experiences of missionaries and ministers in the wilderness...

The Conduct Of The King Of Prussia And General Dumourier is a historical book written by Lady Wallace in 1793. The book provides a detailed account of the conduct of King Frederick II of Prussia and General Charles Fran�����ois Dumourier during the French Revolution....

Newton's Principia, Sections I, II, III: With Notes And Illustrations, Also A Collection Of Problems (1863) is a book written by Percival Frost. The book is a comprehensive guide to Isaac Newton's Principia, which is considered one of the most important works in the...

The Natural History of Atheism, written by John Stuart Blackie and published in 1878, is a comprehensive exploration of atheism and its historical origins. Blackie, a Scottish scholar and professor of Greek at the University of Edinburgh, examines the philosophical, social, and cultural factors...

This book, titled ""Priced Catalogue Of A Remarkable Collection Of Scarce And Out-Of-Print Books Relating To The Discovery, Settlement, And History Of The Western Hemisphere"" is a comprehensive list of rare and hard-to-find books that focus on the discovery, settlement and history of the...

""History of Charles the First and the English Revolution V2"" is a book written by M. Guizot that provides a comprehensive account of the events that took place during the reign of Charles the First of England. The book covers the period from Charles'...

Notes On Hydroelectric Developments is a book written by Preston Player in 1908. It is a comprehensive guide that describes the various aspects of hydroelectric power generation. The book covers the history of hydroelectric power, the different types of hydroelectric plants, and the principles...

Drake and the Tudor Navy Volume 1 is a historical book written by Julian S. Corbett that provides an in-depth account of the rise of England as a maritime power during the Tudor era. The book focuses on the life and achievements of Sir...

Paper Against Gold is a comprehensive historical account of the Bank of England, the funds, the debt, and the fluctuating value of paper-money. Written by William Cobbett, a prominent political journalist and social reformer of the early 19th century, this book delves into the...

Harpers������� Popular Cyclopaedia Of United States History V1: From The Aboriginal Period To 1876 is a comprehensive reference book written by Benson J. Lossing. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the United States from the time of the aboriginal period...

Pioneer Life And Work In New Guinea 1877-1894 is a book written by James Chalmers, a Scottish missionary who spent 17 years in New Guinea during the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Chalmers' experiences living and working among the...

The History Of North America V13: The Growth Of The Nation 1837 To 1860 by Enoch Walter Sikes is a detailed account of the political, social, and economic developments in North America during the mid-19th century. This thirteenth volume in the series covers the...

""History of the Girondists V1: Or Personal Memoirs of the Patriots of the French Revolution"" is a book written by Alphonse de Lamartine. This book provides a detailed account of the Girondists, a political group of moderate republicans during the French Revolution. The author...

The Sacred and Profane History of the World Connected Volume 1 is a comprehensive historical account of the world from the creation of the world to the dissolution of the Assyrian Empire. Written by Samuel Shuckford, this book presents a unique perspective on history,...

The book titled ""Theatrum Majorum: The Cambridge Of 1776; Wherein Is Set Forth An Account Of The Town And Of The Events It Witnessed"" is written by Dorothy Dudley. It is a historical account of the town of Cambridge in the year 1776. The...

Americanism: Contrasted With Foreignism, Romanism And Bogus Democracy, In The Light Of Reason, History And Scripture is a book written by William G. Brownlow. The book provides a detailed analysis and comparison of Americanism with foreignism, Romanism, and bogus democracy. Brownlow argues that Americanism...