History - Essays

""The Tower Bridge: Its History And Construction From The Date Of The Earliest Project To The Present Time"" is a book written by James Edward Tuit in 1894. The book provides a comprehensive history of the famous Tower Bridge in London, England, from its...

Some Eighteenth Century Byways: And Other Essays (1908) is a collection of essays written by John Buchan, a Scottish novelist, historian, and politician. The book includes a series of essays that explore various aspects of eighteenth-century life, culture, and society. Buchan delves into topics...

The Semi-Centennial of Anesthesia is a historical book published in 1897 by the Massachusetts General Hospital. The book commemorates the 50th anniversary of the first successful use of anesthesia in surgery, which occurred on October 16, 1846. The book contains a collection of essays,...

The Mayor of Warwick is a novel written by Herbert M. Hopkins and published in 1906. The story revolves around the life of a man named Richard Hornby, who becomes the mayor of Warwick, a small town in England. Hornby is a successful businessman...

""Massachusetts, Its Historians And Its History: An Object Lesson"" is a historical book written by Charles Francis Adams and published in 1893. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Massachusetts, from its early settlement by the Pilgrims to the 19th century....

""History Of The Press In Western New York: From The Beginning To The Middle Of The Nineteenth Century"" is a historical account of the development of the press in Western New York during the first half of the 19th century. Written by Frederick Follett...

A History of Trade Unionism in Australia is a book written by James Thomas Sutcliffe and originally published in 1921. The book explores the history of trade unionism in Australia, from its early beginnings in the 1850s to the early 20th century. Sutcliffe examines...

""A Short History of Austria-Hungary and Poland"" is a historical account of the political and social events leading up to the outbreak of World War I in 1914. Written by Henry Wickham Steed, a British journalist and historian, the book provides a detailed analysis...

The History of the World V6, Book 5 Con't: In Five Books (1820) is a historical book written by Walter Ralegh. It is the sixth volume of the series and continues from Book 5. The book consists of five parts, each covering a different...

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The Mongols: A History is a book written by historian Jeremiah Curtin and originally published in 1907. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Mongol Empire, from its origins in the 12th century to its decline in the 14th century. Curtin draws on...

The Establishment of Spanish Rule in America: An Introduction to the History and Politics of Spanish America (1898) is a comprehensive historical and political account of the colonization of the Americas by Spain. Written by Bernard Moses, a renowned American historian and political scientist,...

Prince's Manual of Roses is a comprehensive guide to the history of roses, covering every class and variety that has appeared in Europe and America up to the year 1846. Written by William Robert Prince, a renowned horticulturist and founder of the famous Prince...

""Poland of Today and Yesterday"" is a historical book written by Nevin Otto Winter in 1913. The book provides a comprehensive review of Poland's past and present, including its history, culture, and politics. The author also examines the factors that led to the partition...

""History Of The Postage Stamps Of The United States Of America"" is a comprehensive guide to the early days of American postage stamps, written by John Kerr Tiffany and originally published in 1887. The book provides a detailed account of the creation, design, and...

Sketches Of Life Among My Ain Folk is a collection of short stories and sketches written by William Alexander and first published in 1875. The book is set in Scotland and depicts the lives of the rural working-class people in the 19th century. The...

Around The World With A King is a travelogue written by William N. Armstrong, originally published in 1904. The book chronicles the journey of King Edward VII, who was then the Prince of Wales, and his entourage as they traveled around the world on...

The ""History of English Literature V1"" is a comprehensive book written by Hippolyte Taine in 1883. The book is an in-depth analysis of the development of English literature from its early beginnings to the 18th century. Taine provides a detailed account of the various...

Falconry: Its Claims, History and Practice is a comprehensive book written by Gage Earle Freeman in 1859. This book provides a detailed insight into the art of falconry, which is the practice of hunting with trained birds of prey. The book covers the history...

""Earthquakes and Volcanoes: Their History, Phenomena, and Probable Causes"" is a scientific book written by Mungo Ponton and published in 1868. The book is an in-depth study of earthquakes and volcanoes, exploring their history, characteristics, and possible causes. Ponton delves into the geological and...

A Treatise On Constitutional Conventions: Their History, Powers, And Modes Of Proceeding (1887) is a comprehensive study of constitutional conventions written by John Alexander Jameson. This book delves into the history of constitutional conventions and their role in shaping the political systems of various...

A History of the Cries of London: Ancient and Modern is a book written by Charles Hindley and published in 1881. The book provides a detailed account of the cries of London, which were the distinctive calls used by street vendors to attract customers....

""The Rome-Berlin Axis: A History Of The Relations Between Hitler And Mussolini"" is a book written by Elizabeth Wiskemann that explores the political and diplomatic relationship between Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini during the years leading up to World War II. The book delves...

""A Prisoner In Turkey"" is a memoir written by John Still, an Englishman who was captured and held as a prisoner in Turkey during World War I. The book details his experiences as a captive, including his time in various prison camps and his...

""Twenty-Six Years Reminiscences of Scotch Grouse Moors"" is a book written by W. A. Adams and published in 1889. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences hunting on Scottish grouse moors over a period of twenty-six years. It provides a detailed account...

""A History of Travel in America V1"" is a book written by Seymour Dunbar and published in 1915. The book provides a comprehensive historical account of travel in America, from the early explorers to the modern-day transportation systems. It covers various modes of travel,...

Waller's Brief History Of Illinois is a book written by Elbert Waller in 1910. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the state of Illinois, from its earliest days as a French colony to its status as a thriving agricultural and...

""The Confessions of Con Cregan"" is a novel written by Charles James Lever and published in 1894. The book follows the life of the titular character, Con Cregan, who is a young Irishman born into poverty in the mid-19th century. Con's mother dies when...

Pilgrim Life In The Middle Ages is a historical book written by Sidney Heath and published in 1911. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the life and experiences of pilgrims during the Middle Ages, a period spanning from the 5th to the 15th...

Essays: Old and New is a collection of essays written by Elizabeth Wordsworth, published in 1919. The book features a range of topics, including literary criticism, history, and social commentary. Some of the essays are previously published works, while others are new and original....

The Greek House: Its History And Development From The Neolithic Period To The Hellenistic Age is a scholarly work by Bertha Carr Rider, first published in 1916. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and evolution of the Greek house, from its...

A History Of Factory Legislation is a book written by B. L. Hutchins in 1911. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of factory legislation in England, from the early 19th century to the early 20th century. The author examines the social,...

""History of the Church in the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries V1"" is a book written by K. R. Hagenbach in 1869. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of the Christian church during the 18th and 19th centuries. The author covers a...

""Chronicles of Carlingford V3: Miss Marjoribanks"" is a novel written by Margaret Oliphant and published in 1897. It is the third book in the ""Chronicles of Carlingford"" series and tells the story of Miss Lucilla Marjoribanks, a young and ambitious woman who returns to...

The Veil of Isis is a collection of essays on idealism written by Thomas E. Webb and published in 1885. The essays explore various aspects of idealism, a philosophical belief that reality is ultimately mental or spiritual in nature. The book is divided into...

A History of American Literature Since 1870 is a comprehensive book written by Fred Lewis Pattee and published in 1915. The book covers the history of American literature from the post-Civil War era to the early 20th century, providing an in-depth analysis of the...

Essays On The Picturesque V1 by Uvedale Price is a collection of essays published in 1810 that explores the concept of the picturesque in landscape art and its relationship to the sublime and the beautiful. Price argues that the picturesque is a distinct aesthetic...

The Danube is a book written by Emil Lengyel that provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the Danube River. The book covers the history, geography, and culture of the river and the countries it flows through, including Germany, Austria, Hungary, Romania, and Bulgaria....

""The Age of Piracy: A History"" is a comprehensive book written by Robert Carse that explores the era of piracy from the 16th to the 18th century. The book provides a detailed account of the lives of pirates, their tactics, and the impact they...

The House In Town is a novel written by Susan Warner. The story revolves around a young woman named Hester who becomes a governess to a wealthy family in New York City. She is initially hesitant to take the job, but her financial situation...

""Chronicles of the City of Gotham: From the Papers of a Retired Common Councilman"" is a book written by James Kirke Paulding that provides an in-depth look into the history and development of the fictional city of Gotham. The book is presented as a...

""The History of Sindbad the Sailor"" is an anonymous collection of stories that follows the adventures of a legendary sailor named Sindbad. In this book, readers will be transported to a world of fantastical creatures, exotic lands, and perilous journeys. Each chapter recounts a...

""The Marryers: A History Gathered From A Brief Of The Honorable Socrates Potter"" is a novel by Irving Bacheller. The book is set in the early 19th century and follows the story of Socrates Potter, a lawyer from a small town in upstate New...

Rosemary In Search Of A Father is a novel by C.N. Williamson that tells the story of a young girl named Rosemary who is determined to find her father. Rosemary's mother died when she was very young, and she has been raised by her...

A Concise History Of The Communist Party Of The Soviet Union is a book written by John S. Reshetar Jr. that provides a comprehensive overview of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union (CPSU) from its inception in 1917 to its dissolution in 1991....

""Manchuria: Its People, Resources And Recent History"" is a comprehensive book written by Alexander Hosie that provides a detailed account of the region of Manchuria. The book covers various aspects of Manchuria, including its history, geography, economy, culture, and society. The author begins by...

""South Carolina As A Royal Province, 1719-1776"" is a historical book written by W. Roy Smith. It provides a comprehensive account of the period when South Carolina was a royal province, spanning from its establishment in 1719 to the eve of the American Revolution...

The book ""History Of The Government Printing Office, At Washington, D. C.: With A Brief Record Of The Public Printing For A Century, 1789-1881"" by R. W. Kerr is an informative account of the establishment and development of the Government Printing Office in Washington...

""The Scot In Ulster: Sketch Of The History Of The Scottish Population Of Ulster"" by John Harrison is a historical account of the Scottish population in Ulster, Northern Ireland. The book traces the migration of Scottish people to Ulster, beginning with the Plantation of...

""A Documented History of the Franciscan Order 1182-1517 Part 2"" is a comprehensive book written by Raphael M. Huber that provides a detailed account of the Franciscan Order's history from 1182 to 1517. The book is a continuation of Part 1 and focuses on...