History - Essays

""A History of Money in Ancient Countries from the Earliest Times to the Present"" is a comprehensive book written by Alexander Del Mar that explores the evolution of money in various ancient civilizations, including those of Greece, Rome, China, India, and Egypt. The book...

This book contains several constitutional essays, speeches, letters, and judicial opinions. It shows how Holmes's speeches of criticisms that were directed against the Court at the time and how he lived at the center of lashing intellectual storms, presenting responses to these storms.Author: Frederick...

The History of Prince Lee Boo, Son of Abba Thulle, King of the Pelew Islands: Brought to England by Captain Wilson is a book written by George Keate in 1823. The book is a historical account of Prince Lee Boo, the son of Abba...

A Young People's History Of Virginia And Virginians is a book written by Dabney Herndon Maury and published in 1896. The book is aimed at young readers and provides a comprehensive history of Virginia and its people. The author covers the period from the...

This is a history of a school, but it is not merely the story of an institution. It is a montage of stories, including reports of athletic contests, memories of alumni, pranks and protests, and even a number of brief sketches of the lives...

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...

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 1898 Edition.Author: Meade D. DetweilerISBN-10: 1498024645ISBN-13: 9781498024648Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 312Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.60lbsSize: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.65d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1896 Edition.Author: Robert AntrobusISBN-10: 1497950015ISBN-13: 9781497950016Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 106Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.34lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.22d

A History of Edinburgh: From the Earliest Period to the Completion of the Half Century 1850 is a book written by John Anderson and published in 1856. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Edinburgh, Scotland, from its earliest beginnings up...

""History Of The Conquest Of Spain By The Arab-Moors V2"" is a book written by Henry Coppee and published in 1881. The book is a comprehensive account of the Arab-Moors' conquest of Spain, detailing the events that led to their arrival in Spain, their...

The History And Topography Of Dauphin, Cumberland, Franklin, Bedford, Adams And Perry Counties is a comprehensive book written by Israel Daniel Rupp. The book provides a detailed account of the history, geography, and topography of six counties in Pennsylvania, namely Dauphin, Cumberland, Franklin, Bedford,...

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""Essays On The Internal Secretions 1920"" is a book that features a collection of essays written by various contributors on the topic of internal secretions. The essays were submitted for the first Harrower Prize Essay Contest, which was won by Henry R. Harrower. The...

""A History of Royal Arch Masonry V3"" is a comprehensive book written by Everett R. Turnbull that explores the origins and development of Royal Arch Masonry. The book is the third volume in a series and covers the period from 1800 to the present...

Author: S. SawyerISBN-10: 1349720720ISBN-13: 9781349720729Publisher: Palgrave MacMillanLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/16/2016Pages: 222Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.49d

Twelve years have gone by since the passing of George L. Mosse, yet his work still provides essential tools for historical analysis and influences contemporary research. This volume provides a re-examination of his historiographical production and an analysis of his influence in the context...

Contributing Authors Include James A. Clark, E. DeGolyer, C. A. Warner, And Many Others.Author: American Petroleum InstituteISBN-10: 125844254XISBN-13: 9781258442545Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/21/2012Pages: 630Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.83lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.27d

Author: Leo Walder SchwarzISBN-10: 1258398966ISBN-13: 9781258398965Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/16/2012Pages: 396Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.16lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.81d

Author: Dorothy Freda ZeligsISBN-10: 1258255308ISBN-13: 9781258255305Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/25/2012Pages: 200Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.42d

""The Firestone Story: A History Of The Firestone Tire And Rubber Company"" is a comprehensive account of the rise and fall of one of America's most iconic companies. Author Alfred Lief traces the history of Firestone from its humble beginnings as a small rubber...

""History Of The Town Of Essex: From 1634 To 1700"" is a book written by Robert Crowell and published in 1858. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the town of Essex, Massachusetts, from its founding in 1634 to the year...

The History of the Marquis of Lussan and Isabella is a novel written by Charlotte Lennox in 1764. The story revolves around the Marquis of Lussan, a French nobleman who falls in love with Isabella, a beautiful and virtuous Spanish woman. However, their love...

""History Of The Bill Family"" is a book written by Ledyard Bill and published in 1867. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Bill family, tracing their origins back to the early 17th century in England. The author has meticulously researched the family's...

A History Of The Region Of Pennsylvania North Of The Ohio And West Of The Allegheny River is a comprehensive historical account of the region located in Pennsylvania, USA. Written by Daniel Agnew, the book was first published in 1887 and covers the period...

The History of Nadir Shah, formerly called Thamas Kuli Khan, the Present Emperor of Persia is a book written by James Fraser in 1742. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and reign of Nadir Shah, who was a powerful ruler of...

""British Locomotives: Their History, Construction, and Modern Development"" is a comprehensive book written by Charles John Bowen Cooke in 1900. The book provides a detailed account of the history and development of locomotives in Britain, from their early beginnings to their modern advancements. The...

The History of Suffrage in Virginia is a book written by Julian Alvin Carroll Chandler and originally published in 1901. The book explores the history of suffrage in the state of Virginia, focusing on the period from the colonial era to the early 20th...

""A Popular History of the Insurrection of 1798"" by Patrick F. Kavanagh is a historical account of the Irish Rebellion of 1798. The book is based on extensive research and draws upon every available written record to provide a comprehensive overview of the events...

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Antony Brade is a novel written by the renowned American poet, Robert Lowell. The book follows the story of a young man named Antony Brade, who is a Harvard graduate and a World War II veteran. Antony is struggling to find his place in...

""Town Improvement"" by Frederick Noble Evans is a book that focuses on the development and improvement of towns in the United Kingdom. The author discusses various aspects of town planning, such as housing, transportation, sanitation, and public spaces. Evans provides insights on the challenges...

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

""A History of Royal Arch Masonry V3"" by Everett R. Turnbull is a comprehensive guide to the origins and evolution of Royal Arch Masonry. This third volume covers the period from the 18th century to the present day, exploring the development of the organization...

Kalakaua's Reign: A Sketch Of Hawaiian History (1894) is a historical account of the reign of King David Kalakaua, who ruled the Hawaiian Kingdom from 1874 until his death in 1891. Written by William De Witt Alexander, a prominent American missionary and scholar who...

In the era of the Grand Tour, Venice was the cultural jewel in the crown of Europe and the epitome of decadence. This edited collection of eleven essays draws on a range of disciplines and approaches to ask how Venice's appeal has affected Western...

Indiana's Birthplace: A History of Harrison County, Indiana (1911) is a book written by William H. Roose. The book provides a comprehensive history of Harrison County, Indiana, from its early settlement to the early 20th century. The author covers a wide range of topics,...

Private Lives Of William II And His Consort V2: And Secret History Of The Court Of Berlin (1898) is a historical account of the personal lives and political intrigues of the German Emperor William II and his wife, Empress Augusta Victoria. Written by Ursula...

Professor Baker recounts and analyses the relations of the English Renaissance historians to other writers of their time and to the historians of later ages.Author: Hershel BakerISBN-10: 0802061303ISBN-13: 9780802061300Publisher: University of Toronto PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/15/1967Pages: 112Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d

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...

Author: David McCulloughISBN-10: 1420527908ISBN-13: 9781420527902Publisher: Thorndike Press Large PrintLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2025Format: HardcoverLarge Print

Is the Holy Ghost really a Kerryman? The obvious answer to this is: if he is not a Kerryman what is he? Is he just another ghost, a mere figment of the imagination like Hamlet's father, or is he something more sinister: a Corkman...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1907 Edition.Author: Philip SlaughterISBN-10: 1498187641ISBN-13: 9781498187640Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 186Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.56lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.40d

A Short History Of The Parish Of Yardley is a book written by Lloyd Phelps in 1881. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Yardley, a parish located in the county of Worcestershire, England. Phelps explores the origins of Yardley, tracing...

""And They Thought We Wouldn�������t Fight"" is a non-fiction book written by Floyd Phillips Gibbons, first published in 1918. The book is a personal account of Gibbons' experiences as a war correspondent during World War I. Gibbons was one of the first American journalists...

Firewater and Forked Tongues is a book written by M.I. McCreight that explores the history of the United States from the perspective of a Sioux Chief. The book provides a unique perspective on the events that shaped the country, including the American Revolution, the...

""Canton, Its Pioneers and History: A Contribution to the History of Fulton County"" is a book written by Alonzo M. Swan in 1871. The book is a detailed account of the history of Canton, a city located in Fulton County, Illinois. The author provides...

Lynn And Surroundings is a book written by Clarence W. Hobbs that provides a comprehensive look at the town of Lynn and its surrounding areas. The book covers the history of Lynn, including its early settlement and development, as well as its growth and...