History - Essays

""A History of Pharmacy in Pictures"" is a comprehensive book that provides a historical background of the forty paintings in the ""History of Pharmacy"" series. The author, George A. Bender, presents a visual journey through the evolution of pharmacy and medicine, from ancient times...

Author: William Henry McRavenISBN-10: 125833898XISBN-13: 9781258338985Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/12/2012Pages: 332Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.98lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.69d

Signers of the Mayflower Compact is a historical book written by Annie Arnoux Haxtun in 1896. The book provides a detailed account of the Mayflower Compact, which was signed by the Pilgrims on November 11, 1620, before they disembarked from their ship and settled...

""History of San Diego 1542-1908 V1"" is a comprehensive account of the development of the pioneer settlement on the Pacific Coast of the United States. Written by William Ellsworth Smythe in 1907, this book provides a detailed chronicle of the history of San Diego...

The Natural History of New York and Zoology of New York, or The New York Fauna, is a comprehensive book published in 1842 by the New York Natural History Survey. The book provides readers with a detailed account of the flora and fauna of...

A History of the Henry Family: From Its Beginnings in This Country to the Present Time is a book written by John Flournoy Henry and published in 1900. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Henry family in America, tracing...

History Of The Keller Family is a book written by Eli Keller and published in 1905. The book is a comprehensive account of the Keller family's history, tracing their roots back to their earliest known ancestors and following their lineage through generations of family...

The Earth and Man: Lectures on Comparative Physical Geography in its Relation to the History of Mankind is a book written by Arnold Guyot and published in 1849. The book explores the relationship between physical geography and human history, and how the natural environment...

""Who Were The Padouca?"" is a historical book written by George Bird Grinnell in 1920. The book delves into the history and culture of the Padouca, a Native American tribe that was once prominent in the Great Plains region of North America. Grinnell draws...

The Early History of Cuba 1492-1586 is a comprehensive historical account of the island of Cuba during the period of European colonization. Written by Irene Aloha Wright, the book explores the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492 and the subsequent Spanish conquest 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...

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...

The Four Gospels In The Earliest Church History is a book written by Thomas Nicol and originally published in 1908. The book is a detailed analysis of the four canonical gospels of the New Testament - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John - and their...

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...

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 volume critically examines the State of Israel forty years after its establishment. Topics include the integration of Middle Eastern Jews in Israeli society, the Arab minority in Israel, the dilemma of Haredi Jewry, Israeli democracy in transition, and the changing legitimations of the...

Thresholds, Walls, and Bridges is a collection of essays by historian Dr. Elizabeth Jameson, Imperial Oil-Lincoln McKay Chair in American Studies at the University of Calgary from 1999 to 2017. Together, these essays represent the intellectual evolution of an important and influential scholar told...

Thresholds, Walls, and Bridges is a collection of essays by historian Dr. Elizabeth Jameson, Imperial Oil-Lincoln McKay Chair in American Studies at the University of Calgary from 1999 to 2017. Together, these essays represent the intellectual evolution of an important and influential scholar told...

Mark Twain's What Is Man? and Other Essays offers sharp, thought-provoking reflections on human nature, morality, and society. Blending wit and wisdom, Twain challenges conventions with his signature humor and insight, inviting readers to question life's deeper meanings in this timeless collection of essays.Author:...

Are we alone? Or is the universe teeming with intelligent life? Can we expect extraterrestrial civilizations to be common? Occasional? Rare? In this wide-ranging essay, writer/journalist/historian Nigel Bob Collins explores the probabilities of the existence of extraterrestrial, technological life based on the latest scientific...

""A Few Simple Rhymes And Three Essays On The Structure Of The Universe"" is a book written by Charles McGregor and published in 1895. The book is a collection of poetry and essays that explore the nature of the universe and the human experience....

The Natural History Of A Savant is a book written by Charles Richet, a French physiologist and Nobel Prize winner. The book is a detailed account of the life and work of a savant, a person with exceptional intellectual abilities in a specific field....

""Chronicles Of The First Planters Of The Colony Of Massachusetts Bay: From 1623 To 1636"" is a historical book written by Alexander Young. The book chronicles the early years of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, from its founding in 1623 to 1636. It is based...

""History Of The Abduction Of William Morgan And The Anti-Masonic Excitement Of 1826-30"" is a book written by A. P. Bentley. The book provides a detailed account of the infamous abduction of William Morgan in 1826, a man who had threatened to expose the...

The Secret History of Francis Bacon, written by Alfred Dodd, is a book that delves into the life and work of Francis Bacon, a prominent figure in English history. The book explores Bacon's life, from his early years as a scholar and lawyer, to...

The book ""Archaic History Of The Human Race: As Recorded In The Secret Doctrine"" by Gertrude W. Van Pelt is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient history of humanity, as recorded in the esoteric teachings of The Secret Doctrine. The author delves into the...

""The Birth of the Vacuum Tube: The Edison Effect"" by Fernand Emile D'Humy is a detailed account of the invention and development of the vacuum tube, also known as the thermionic valve. The book explores the history of the vacuum tube, from its early...

The Nickel Plate Road: The History Of A Great Railroad is a comprehensive book written by Taylor Hampton that delves into the rich history of one of America's most iconic railroads. The book traces the origins of the Nickel Plate Road, from its inception...

The Natural History of Oxford-Shire is a book written by Robert Plot in 1705. The book is an essay that explores the natural history of England, with a particular focus on Oxfordshire. It covers a wide range of topics, including geology, botany, zoology, and...

Eight Months With Dr. Leichhardt In The Years 1846-1847 is a book written by John Frederick Mann and published in 1888. The book provides a detailed account of Mann's travels with the explorer Ludwig Leichhardt in Australia during the years 1846-1847. Mann describes the...

""An Introduction to the History of Magic"" is a book written by Eliphas Levi, a prominent French occultist and writer, in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the history and philosophy of magic, exploring its origins in ancient civilizations and tracing its evolution...

On The History, System, And Varieties Of Turkish Poetry is a book written by James William Redhouse and originally published in 1879. The book is a comprehensive study of Turkish poetry, covering its history, system, and various forms. Redhouse's work is considered a seminal...

""The Nature and Uses of Money and Mixed Currency: With a History of the Wickaboag Bank"" is a book written by Amasa Walker and originally published in 1857. The book provides a detailed examination of the concept of money and its various uses, as...

The Home Book of Pleasure and Instruction is a book written by Laura Valentine and published in 1867. This book is a guide for young girls and women on how to manage their household, take care of their family, and be a good wife....

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...

Index To Stallions Registered In The Clydesdale Stud Book: With Introductory Essays On The Early History Of The Clydesdale (1908) is a book written by Thomas Dykes. It is a comprehensive index of all the stallions that have been registered in the Clydesdale Stud...

The Rosebush Of A Thousand Years is a novel written by Mabel Wagnalls and published in 1918. The story revolves around a young woman named Rose who lives in a small village in England. Rose is a kind and gentle soul who loves nature...

A History Of The Descendants Of David McKee Of Anahilt: With A General Of The Early McKees (1892) is a book written by James Y. McKee. The book is a comprehensive history of the McKee family, specifically the descendants of David McKee of Anahilt....

""A History Of The Italian Republics: Being A View Of The Rise, Progress, And Fall Of Italian Freedom"" is a book written by Jean Charles Leonard de Sismondi in 1847. The book provides a comprehensive historical account of the Italian republics, from their rise...

""The Horse of America in His Derivation, History and Development"" is a comprehensive book written by John H. Wallace in 1897. The book explores the history and development of the horse in America, from its origins in Europe to its evolution into the various...

Brief Chronicles is a book written by William Winter and first published in 1889. The book is a collection of essays and articles that the author had previously written for various publications. Winter was a well-known American drama critic and writer, and in this...

A Preliminary Discourse On The Study Of Natural History is a book written by William Swainson and first published in 1834. The book is a comprehensive introduction to the study of natural history and covers a wide range of topics related to the subject....

""Irish History and the Irish Question"" by Goldwin Smith is a comprehensive study of the history of Ireland and the political issues surrounding the country. The book covers the period from the early Celtic settlements to the modern era, providing an in-depth look at...