History - Essays

""A History Of The Conceptions Of Limits And Fluxions In Great Britain From Newton To Woodhouse"" is a book written by Florian Cajori and published in 1911. This book is a comprehensive historical account of the development of the concepts of limits and fluxions...

""A Complete History of the Rebellion: From Its First Rise in 1745 to Its Total Suppression at the Glorious Battle of Culloden in April, 1746"" is a historical account of the Jacobite uprising in Scotland in 1745. Written by James Ray, the book covers...

""Pioneers And Makers Of Arkansas"" is a historical book written by Josiah Hazen Shinn that provides a comprehensive account of the early history and development of the state of Arkansas. The book covers the period from the arrival of the first European explorers to...

""Footprints on the Frontier: A History of the Sisters of Saint Joseph Concordia, Kansas"" is a comprehensive account of the pioneering work of the Sisters of Saint Joseph in Concordia, Kansas. The book is written by M. Evangeline Thomas, a former member of the...

The book ""Orozco Frescoes At Dartmouth"" by Albert I. Dickerson is a comprehensive study of the famous murals painted by Mexican artist Jos����� Clemente Orozco at Dartmouth College in New Hampshire. The book includes a detailed history of the commissioning and creation of the...

""Father Smith Instructs Jackson"" is a book written by John Francis Noll. The story revolves around a young man named Jackson who is seeking guidance and spiritual enlightenment from Father Smith, a wise and experienced priest. Throughout the book, Father Smith teaches Jackson about...

The Delphic Oracle: Its Early History, Influence and Fall is a comprehensive book written by T. Dempsey that delves into the fascinating history of the Delphic Oracle. The book explores the origins of the Oracle, its significance in ancient Greek society, and the factors...

Charting the growing religious pluralism of British society, this book investigates the diverse formations of masculinity within and across specific religions, regions and immigrant communities. Contributors look beyond conventional realms of worship to examine men's diverse religious cultures in a variety of contexts.Author: L....

""Notes On The Bribri Of Costa Rica"" is a book written by Alanson Skinner in the year 1920. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Bribri people of Costa Rica, their culture, customs, and way of life. The author, Alanson Skinner, was an...

The study of intellectual history in Africa is in its infancy. We know very little about what Africa's thinkers made of their times. Recasting the Past brings one field of intellectual endeavor into view. The book takes its place alongside a small but growing...

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Life is a moving, changing thing which insists we be flexible. Thankfully, we are given endless opportunities to grow and move forward when old opinions, attitudes and ambitions no longer suit who we are today. A rich and abundant history of intellectuals and artists...

Magnolia Elegy pays homage to an Agrarian time and place. It tells of the passing of that Time and the loss of that Place-undespairing, seeking no pity-through the eyes of the writer, the third generation of his placeholder family. It is memoir of a...

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This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as...

Author: Columbus Plastic Products IncISBN-10: 1258760584ISBN-13: 9781258760588Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/23/2013Pages: 46Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.29lbsSize: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.10d

""Longitudes and Latitudes Throughout the World"" by Eugene Dernay is a comprehensive guide to understanding the geographic coordinates that define locations on our planet. The book covers the history of longitude and latitude, and explains how they are measured and used in navigation, cartography,...

Gray Genealogy is a comprehensive genealogical record and history of the descendants of John Gray, a resident of Beverly, Massachusetts. This book was written by Raymond, M.D. and published in 1887. The book provides a detailed account of the lineage of John Gray and...

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The History of Abyssinia by A. H. M. Jones is a comprehensive account of the history of Ethiopia, also known as Abyssinia, from ancient times to the mid-twentieth century. The book covers the country's political, social, and cultural history, including its early kingdoms, the...

The Paddhati of Sarngadhara V1: The Text (1888) is a book written by Peter Peterson. It is a comprehensive guide to the ancient Indian system of medicine, known as Ayurveda. The book contains the original text of the Paddhati of Sarngadhara, a 14th-century Ayurvedic...

""History and Directory of Yates County V1, Part 2: Containing a Sketch of its Original Settlement by the Public Universal Friends"" is a historical account written by Stafford Canning Cleveland in 1873. The book focuses on the history of Yates County, a region in...

""The History Of The Town Of Northampton"" is a book written by Freeman and Son in 1847. It provides a comprehensive account of the town of Northampton, covering its history, public buildings, and institutions. The book includes information about the town's eminent men, including...

The History of Gibraltar: From the Earliest Period of its Occupation by the Saracens is a book written by Ignacio Lopez De Ayala in 1845. It is a comprehensive account of the history of Gibraltar, a British Overseas Territory located at the southern tip...

The Ballad History Of The Reigns Of Henry VII And Henry VIII is a historical book written by Charles Harding Firth and published in 1908. The book provides a detailed account of the reigns of King Henry VII and King Henry VIII, two of...

The book ""History Of The Independent Order Of Odd-Fellows Of Louisiana"" is written by John G. Dunlap and was published in 1877. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Independent Order of Odd-Fellows (IOOF) in Louisiana, which is a fraternal organization that was...

On The Old Plantation: Reminiscences Of His Childhood (1916) is a memoir written by John George Clinkscales. The book is a recollection of the author's childhood days spent on a plantation in the Southern United States during the late 19th century. The book provides...

A History Of Welcome Garrett And His Descendants: From His Birth In 1758 Down To A Recent Date (1909) is a book written by Samuel Bond Garrett that chronicles the life of Welcome Garrett and his descendants. The book provides a detailed account of...

Wilderness Homes: A Book of the Log Cabin is a book written by Oliver Kemp and published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive guide to building log cabins, including detailed instructions on selecting and preparing logs, laying the foundation, building walls, and constructing...

""Lourdes: Its Inhabitants, Its Pilgrims And Its Miracles, With An Account Of The Apparitions At The Grotto And A Sketch Of Bernadette�������s Subsequent History"" is a book written by Richard F. Clarke and first published in 1888. The book is a comprehensive account of...

""History of the Fanning Family V1"" is a comprehensive genealogical record of the Fanning family, written by Walter Frederic Brooks. The book covers the history of the Fanning family from its origins in Ireland to its migration to the United States and Canada. It...

The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of Citizens: A Contribution to Modern Constitutional History is a book written by Georg Jellinek. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of Citizens, which was adopted by...

""The Natural History of Our Conduct"" by William E. Ritter is a comprehensive exploration of human behavior and its underlying biological and evolutionary roots. Drawing on a wide range of scientific disciplines, including psychology, anthropology, and neuroscience, Ritter examines the ways in which our...

Lectures On The Early History Of The Kingship is a book written by Sir James Frazer. The book is a collection of lectures that Frazer gave on the topic of the early history of the institution of kingship. The lectures are based on Frazer's...

""Christian Monasticism: A Great Force in History"" by Ian C. Hannah is a comprehensive exploration of the history and impact of monasticism in the Christian tradition. The book covers the origins of monasticism in the early Christian era and traces its evolution through the...

Homer and History is a book written by Walter Leaf and first published in 1915. The book explores the relationship between the Homeric epics and history, delving into the historical context in which the Iliad and the Odyssey were composed. Leaf argues that while...

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In So Cal: Dispatches from the End of the World, Joe Donnelly's second collection of nonfiction, the title says a lot. The bulk of it is set in the lower third of the Golden State, and even when they're not they ooze a certain...

Featured in the New York Times 2017 "Holiday Gift Guide for Hardcover Fans" Get an insider's oral history of the World's most iconic comedy club, featuring exclusive interviews with today's most hilarious stars recalling their time on stage (and off) at the Improv. In...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1920 Edition.Author: Henri BergsonISBN-10: 1498194710ISBN-13: 9781498194716Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 272Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.81lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.57d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1857 Edition.Author: David W. HoytISBN-10: 1498184340ISBN-13: 9781498184342Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 150Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.46lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.32d

Emerson's Essay On Compensation is a collection of essays written by Ralph Waldo Emerson, one of the most influential American writers and thinkers of the 19th century. The book was first published in 1906 and contains a series of essays that explore the concept...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1826 Edition.Author: D. Jean Antoine LlorenteISBN-10: 1498120881ISBN-13: 9781498120883Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 604Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.76lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.22d

History helps us understand change, provides clues to our own identity, and hones our moral sense. But history is not a stand-alone discipline. Indeed, its own history is incomplete without recognition of its debt to its companions in the humane and social sciences. In...

""A Defense of the Truth: Called For By Neatby's History of the Plymouth Brethren"" is a book written by W. M. Sibthorpe and published in 1903. The book is a response to the history of the Plymouth Brethren written by Charles Henry Stanley Neatby,...

Millionaires and Grub Street: Comrades and Contacts in the Last Half Century is a non-fiction book written by James Howard Bridge. The book explores the relationship between the wealthy elite and the world of journalism and literature in the last 50 years. Bridge delves...

The book ""History of the Moors of Spain: To Which Is Added A Brief Notice of Islamism"" by M. Florian is a comprehensive account of the Islamic conquest and rule of Spain from the 8th to the 15th century. It covers the political, economic,...

Author: Isidore NahayewskyISBN-10: 1258799871ISBN-13: 9781258799878Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/31/2013Pages: 294Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.87lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.62d

The Book of Beautiful Homes, Volume 5 is a comprehensive guide to some of the most stunning and luxurious homes in the world. Written by Andrew Charles Borzner, this book showcases a collection of beautifully designed and decorated homes that are sure to inspire...

Author: Charles Florence Meline BrowneISBN-10: 1258467879ISBN-13: 9781258467876Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2012Pages: 122Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.38lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.26d