In "The War of Quito," Pedro de Cieza de León presents a vivid historical account that intricately weaves the socio-political dynamics of 16th-century South America. Written in a narrative style that reflects a blend of firsthand observations and engaging storytelling, Cieza de León captures the tumultuous conflict ...

In "History of the United States," Charles A. Beard presents a sweeping narrative that challenges traditional historiography by emphasizing the economic factors that shaped American history. With a keen analytical lens, Beard explores pivotal events from colonial times through the 19th century, employing a persuasiv...

In "The History of the Ten 'Lost' Tribes: Anglo-Israelism Examined," David Baron delves into the complex narratives surrounding the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel, critically evaluating the Anglo-Israelism movement that emerged in the 19th century. Baron employs a rigorous historiographical approach, blending meticulous ...

In "Gallipoli Diary," Ian Hamilton presents a poignant chronicle of the ill-fated Gallipoli Campaign during World War I, delivering a unique perspective on this historical event through thoughtful prose and vivid imagery. The diary format allows for an intimate portrayal of the experiences, sentiments, and struggles...

In "The Last Boer War," H. Rider Haggard presents a gripping account of the Second Boer War, blending historical analysis with a vivid narrative style that immerses readers in the tumultuous events of South Africa between 1899 and 1902. Haggard's prose, characterized by its exceptional attention to detail and an unw...

In "The Sagas of Olaf Tryggvason and of Harald The Tyrant (Harald Haardraade)," Snorri Sturluson masterfully weaves two pivotal narratives that illuminate the complex tapestry of Viking history and Norse mythology. Through an engaging prose style that merges both lyrical storytelling and historical account, Sturluso...

Oral History at a Distance is the first publication to explore both the ideas behind and application of oral history in remote projects. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, working from a distance is now an ongoing and necessary approach in the oral historian’s toolkit. In this volume, the experienced team members of Baylo...

A Source Book for Mediæval History illuminates the breadth and vibrancy of the medieval era, encapsulating centuries of transformation through curated primary sources. This anthology brims with diverse literary styles, from solemn ecclesiastical decrees to spirited chronicles and revealing personal letters. The sele...

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER A powerful and persuasive discussion about economics, freedom, and the relationship between the two, from today's brightest economist. In this classic discussion, Milton and Rose Friedman explain how our freedom has been eroded and our affluence undermined through the explosion of laws, regu...

The Labrang Tibetan Buddhist Monastery in Amdo and its extended support community are one of the largest and most famous in Tibetan history. This crucially important and little-studied community is on the northeast corner of the Tibetan Plateau in modern Gansu Province, in close proximity to Chinese, Mongol, and Mus...

Este livro reúne textos dedicados a compreender experiências sociais provocadas pela modernização levada pela economia cafeeira às cidades do interior paulista, durante a Primeira República. Os textos conectam-se ao trabalho de José Evaldo de Melo Doin, docente que orientou os autores por mais de duas décadas na Fac...

In "The History of Ballarat, from the First Pastoral Settlement to the Present Time," William Bramwell Withers meticulously chronicles the evolution of Ballarat from its early pastoral days to a thriving urban settlement. Withers employs a rich narrative style interwoven with vivid descriptions and detailed accounts...

In "Old Plantation Days: Being Recollections of Southern Life Before the Civil War," N. B. De Saussure artfully crafts a poignant and vivid portrayal of antebellum Southern society, drawing from his personal experiences to illuminate the complexities of plantation life. Written in a reflective and evocative style, t...

The Homing Pigeon provides an evocative examination of the integral role played by pigeons in military communications during pivotal moments of history. Through a meticulously curated selection of documents, reports, and communications by the United States War Department and Army Signal Corps, the anthology traverse...

In "The Military Journals of Two Private Soldiers, 1758-1775," Abraham Tomlinson deftly curates the personal narratives of two soldiers whose experiences encapsulate a tumultuous period in military history. This non-fiction work artfully combines vivid prose and meticulous detail, creating a rich tapestry that bring...

日本時代，臺籍教師如何堅持信念、在教室裡默默播下自由與覺醒的種子？ 本書共分四輯，首先帶您回到教育現場，探究劉煥文「教育愛」的教育信念、音樂教師林妹自省授課歌詞的強烈課程意識；並透過訪談，呈現如侯寶服、周燎煌等基層教師隱性遊走的抗議姿態，呈現殖民教育底下既複雜又真實動人的心靈風景。 其次，書中探究學校教育與在地的互動...