In 'The Constitutional History of England' by Henry Hallam, readers are taken on a scholarly and detailed journey through the evolution of England's political structure. Hallam's book is a meticulously researched and eloquently written account of the constitutional development of England, from the Anglo-Saxon period...

George Washington's "State of the Union Addresses" is a foundational text that captures the genesis of American political discourse and governance. In this compilation, Washington articulates the burgeoning nation's values and aspirations, presenting a unique blend of rhetorical grace and pragmatic forethought. His ...

Henry Robert Plomer's "A Short History of English Printing, 1476-1898" serves as a seminal exploration of the evolution of print in England, spanning over four centuries of technological and cultural transformation. Plomer meticulously catalogues the emergence of the printing press in the late 15th century, tracing ...

In "The Colonies, 1492-1750," Reuben Gold Thwaites meticulously chronicles the formative period of American history, exploring the complexities of European colonization, indigenous relations, and the socio-political dynamics that shaped the early American colonies. Written in a rich narrative style that combines det...

Winner of the New South Wales Premier's History Award and one of the New York Times' ten best books of 1999. In this searching and eloquent book, Inga Clendinnen explores the experience of the Holocaust from both the victims' and the perpetrators' points of view. She discusses the remarkable survivor testimonies of ...

Delve into the captivating world of Roman Britain with this concise exploration of one of history's most intriguing eras. In this meticulously researched book, uncover the remarkable story of Roman occupation in Britain, spanning from the invasions of Julius Caesar to the eventual decline of Roman influence. Journey...

“American republicans,” notes Forrest McDonald, “regarded selected doctrines of Montesquieu’s as being virtually on par with Holy Writ.” But exactly how the French jurist’s labyrinthian work, The Spirit of the Laws, with was published in 1748, influenced the eighteenth-century conception of the republic is not well ...

Interweaving social, political, environmental, economic, and popular history, John Alexander Williams chronicles four and a half centuries of the Appalachian past. Along the way, he explores Appalachia's long-contested boundaries and the numerous, often contradictory images that have shaped perceptions of the region...

This work applies generational mapping to the Ancestral Pueblo, using 15-year intervals. Distinct phases, found in other cultures, will be tested as to their applicability. They include: 1) "Invisible" Beginnings; 2) Establishment; 3) Novel Consolidation and Opening Up; 4) Crisis & Creativity; 5) Empire and Inclusio...

This book answers the most obvious, the most important, yet the most difficult question about human history: why history unfolded so differently on different continents. Geography and biogeography, not race, moulded the contrasting fates of Europeans, Asians, Native Americans, sub-Saharan Africans, and aboriginal Au...

The first book of the next crisis. A history of interest rates by a leading financial commentator, updated with a new postscript. *Winner of the 2023 Hayek Book Prize* *Longlisted for the 2022 Financial Times Business Book of the Year Award* All economic and financial activities take place across time. Interest coor...

Libro clásico de la gastronomía venezolana, que incluye 30 biografías culinarias cuidadosamente seleccionadas de la obra; una de cada estado, y cuatro platos nacionales. Además contiene las recetas de los treinta platos mencionados en la obra original. Las crónicas culinarias que conforman este libro fueron publicad...

In "Letters of the Right Honourable Lady Mーy Wーy Mーe," Mary Wortley Lady Montagu offers a remarkable glimpse into the early 18th century, blending personal narrative with sharp social critique. Composed in the epistolary style, these letters reveal her experiences and observations during her travels in Turkey, pr...

In "The State of Society in France Before the Revolution of 1789," Alexis de Tocqueville meticulously analyzes the intricate social fabric and political dynamics that shaped France on the brink of the revolutionary upheaval. Employing a keen sociological lens, Tocqueville examines the intersections of class, culture...

In "Brave Deeds of Union Soldiers," Samuel Scoville delivers a poignant account of the valor and sacrifices made by soldiers of the Union during the American Civil War. Scoville artfully intertwines personal narratives and historical events, employing a vivid and accessible literary style that brings to life the str...

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