History - Essays

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...

War Resisters offers a contemporary perspective on the struggles and triumphs of the American Vietnam War resisters who resettled in Canada on Vancouver Island. This important collection of stories sheds light on an invisible minority, illustrating the courage it took for resisters to leave...

This volume presents the first English translation and the first critical edition of the Mercator sapiens, preceded by an introduction providing historical context and a fresh interpretation of this intriguing text.Author: BarlaeusISBN-10: 9462988005ISBN-13: 9789462988002Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/24/2019Pages: 134Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 8.40h x 5.40w x...

After 1974, the South African involvement in the war in Angola begins with the triggering of Operation Savannah, a large-scale military land offensive that began in October 1975. But the military offensive land forces of the South African Defence Forces were faced with the...

This is a new release of the original 1928 edition.Author: Prince LichnowskyISBN-10: 1494115271ISBN-13: 9781494115272Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 506Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.48lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.02d

A cohesive collection of stories and essays, A New Gilded Age contains an insightful commentary on American culture, politics, and history. By blending all three elements, this book holds the reader's interest through each scenario. Following short stories that capture memorable moments of time...

Across Patagonia is a travelogue written by Florence Dixie in 1881. The book chronicles her journey across the Patagonian region of South America, which she undertook with her husband and a small party of explorers. The book is divided into chapters, each of which...

The book titled ""The Swedish Settlements On The Delaware V1: Their History And Relation To The Indians, Dutch And English, 1638-1664"" is a comprehensive historical account of the Swedish settlements in the Delaware region during the period of 1638 to 1664. The author, Amandus...

The book titled ""History of Saco and Biddeford: With Notices of Other Early Settlements, and of the Proprietary Governments in Maine"" was written by George Folsom and published in 1830. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Saco and Biddeford, two...

""History Of The Boyd Family And Descendants: With Historical Sketches"" is a comprehensive genealogy book that traces the lineage of the Boyd family from its earliest known ancestors to present-day descendants. Written by William Philip Boyd and published in 1912, the book is a...

""Anti-Suffrage Essays By Massachusetts Women"" is a collection of essays written by women from Massachusetts who opposed the women's suffrage movement. The essays were compiled and edited by Ernest Bernbaum and originally published in 1916.The book presents a range of arguments against women's suffrage,...

Author: Louis Faugeres Bishop,John Jr. NeilsonISBN-10: 1258565315ISBN-13: 9781258565312Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/09/2013Pages: 70Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.23lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.14d

""A History of Medicine in Pictures, Volume 1"" by George A. Bender is a comprehensive and visually stunning guide to the evolution of medicine from ancient times to the early modern period. The book is filled with over 500 illustrations, including photographs, paintings, and...

Author: Roland Nelson StrombergISBN-10: 1258461978ISBN-13: 9781258461973Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/25/2012Pages: 810Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.34lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.61d

Contributing Authors Include C. J. Coberly, C. E. Beecher, H. C. Fowler, And Many Others.Author: American Petroleum InstituteISBN-10: 1258442558ISBN-13: 9781258442552Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/21/2012Pages: 630Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.83lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.27d

""History of Hosiery"" by Milton N. Grass is a comprehensive book that traces the evolution of hosiery from ancient Greece to modern America. The book covers the various types of hosiery, including stockings, socks, tights, and pantyhose, and explores their cultural and social significance...

""History of Walworth County, Wisconsin V1"" is a comprehensive account of the development and growth of Walworth County, Wisconsin, in the early 20th century. Written by Albert Clayton Beckwith and originally published in 1912, this book provides a detailed history of the county, including...

The book ""History Of Keoua Kalanikupuapa-I-Kalani-Nui: Father Of Hawaii Kings, And His Descendants"" is a historical account of the life of Keoua Kalanikupuapa-I-Kalani-Nui, who was a prominent figure in Hawaiian history. The author, Elizabeth Kekaaniauokalani Pratt, provides a detailed description of Keoua's life, including...

Reminiscences Of A Forty-Niner is a historical account written by William Granville Cochran in 1908. The book provides a brief history of Lovington and its surrounding areas during the 1849 Gold Rush era. The author shares his personal experiences and memories of the time...

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...

""What A Father Should Tell His Little Boy"" is a parenting guidebook written by Isabelle Thompson Smart in 1911. The book is aimed at fathers and provides advice on how to raise a young boy to become a responsible, moral, and successful man. The...

""Origin and Traditional History of the Wyandotts: And Sketches of Other Indian Tribes of North America"" is a book written by Peter Dooyentate Clarke and originally published in 1870. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and culture of the Wyandott tribe,...

The Story of Egil Skallagrimsson is a book written by Snorri Sturluson, originally published in 1893. The book is an Icelandic family history that covers the ninth and tenth centuries, focusing on the life and adventures of Egil Skallagrimsson, a legendary warrior and poet...

Westport: Clew Bay, Clare Island, Croagh Patrick And Surroundings, Mallaranny And Achill (1913) is a travel guidebook written by the Midland Great Western Railroad. The book provides a comprehensive description of the Westport region in Ireland, including the scenic Clew Bay, the historic Clare...

The book titled ""The History of Dundee: Being an Account of the Origin and Progress of the Burgh from the Earliest Period"" is authored by James Thomson. It is a comprehensive account of the Scottish city of Dundee, tracing its origins and development from...

Arthur Schopenhauer: The World As Will And Idea is a comprehensive study of the philosophical ideas of Arthur Schopenhauer, written by Irwin Edman. Schopenhauer was a German philosopher who is known for his pessimistic view of the world and his emphasis on the concept...

The book ""The Greatest Birthday From Tradition, Legend And History"" by Khei is a comprehensive exploration of the origins and evolution of the celebration of birthdays. The author delves into the history of birthday celebrations across different cultures and time periods, examining the various...

The Hill Tracts of Chittagong and the Dwellers Therein: With Comparative Vocabularies of the Hill Dialects is a book written by Thomas Herbert Lewin and published in 1869. The book provides a detailed account of the Hill Tracts of Chittagong, which is a hilly...

""A Documentary History, No. 6-10: Of The Dutch Congregation Of Oyster Bay"" is a book written by Henry Augustus Stoutenburgh and published in 1907. The book is a collection of historical documents related to the Dutch Congregation of Oyster Bay, a religious community in...

A History Of The Town Of Freetown, Massachusetts: With An Account Of The Old Home Festive, July 30, 1902 (1902) is a historical account of the town of Freetown, Massachusetts, written by Palo Alto Pierce. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the town's...

""The Genealogy and History of the Family of Williams: In America, More Particularly of the Descendants of Robert Williams of Roxbury"" is a book written by Stephen West Williams in 1847. This book provides a comprehensive account of the Williams family in America, with...

The Campaign of Arcola is a historical book written by Adolphe Thiers in 1873. The book is an extract from Thiers' larger work, History of the French Revolution, and focuses on the campaign of Arcola during the French Revolutionary Wars. The campaign took place...

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 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...

For fifty years, Dame Anne Salmond has navigated ' te ao hurihuri' - travelling to hui in her little blue VW Beetle with Eruera and Amiria Stirling in the 1970s, working for a university marae alongside Merimeri Penfold, Patu Hohepa and Wharetoroa Kerr in...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1902 Edition.Author: Leopold Von RankeISBN-10: 1498107613ISBN-13: 9781498107617Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 524Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.98lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.01w x 1.05d

The Days We Celebrate is a book written by Marie Irish and published in 1904. The book is a collection of original dialogues, recitations, entertainments, and other pieces that are meant to be used during various celebrations and events throughout the year. The book...

""Newgate of Connecticut, Its Origin and Early History"" is a historical book written by Richard Harvey Phelps in 1876. The book provides a detailed account of the famous and mysterious Simsbury Mines and Caverns, which were located in the state of Connecticut. The author...

Anton Dvorak by Stefan, Paul is a comprehensive biography of the famous Czech composer Antonin Dvorak. The book delves into Dvorak's life, from his humble beginnings as the son of a butcher in a small Bohemian village to his rise as one of the...

The Rome-Berlin Axis: A History Of The Relations Between Hitler And Mussolini is a book written by Elizabeth Wiskemann. The book provides a comprehensive account of the relationship between Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini during the period leading up to and during World War...

Bernini and Other Studies in the History of Art is a book written by Richard Norton that explores the life and works of the Italian Baroque sculptor and architect, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, as well as other key figures in the history of art. The...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1889 Edition.Author: Nahum Sawin CutlerISBN-10: 1169981208ISBN-13: 9781169981201Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 712Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.06lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.42d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.Author: John Reed SwantonISBN-10: 1169976107ISBN-13: 9781169976108Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 494Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.44lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.99d

Spanish Islam: A History of the Muslims in Spain is a comprehensive book written by the Dutch historian, Reinhart Dozy. The book explores the history of the Muslims in Spain, starting from their arrival in the 8th century to their expulsion in the 17th...

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 Foundations of Sovereignty: And Other Essays is a collection of essays written by Harold Joseph Laski and published in 1921. Laski was a prominent British political theorist and philosopher who played a significant role in shaping the intellectual landscape of the early 20th...

The History of the Church of Malabar by Michael Geddes is a historical account of the Church of Malabar, which was first discovered by the Portuguese in the year 1501. The book provides a detailed overview of the church's history, including its origins, development,...