Arthur Griffiths' 'The Chronicles of Newgate' delves into the dark underbelly of true crime through the centuries, specifically focusing on the infamous Newgate Prison in London. Through a meticulous compilation of historical records and firsthand accounts, Griffiths weaves a narrative that showcases the evolution o...

In "Political Contacts of the Hebrews with Assyria and Babylonia," Alexander Heidel meticulously examines the intricate relationships that shaped the ancient Near East. Employing a scholarly yet accessible style, Heidel delves into historical texts, archaeological findings, and comparative analyses to illuminate the...

In "The Railway Builders: A Chronicle of Overland Highways," Oscar Douglas Skelton weaves an intricate narrative that chronicles the ambitious expansion of railway networks across Canada. This historical account, rich in detail and brimming with vivid descriptions, reflects a literary style that combines meticulous ...

Aristoxenus of Tarentum was a Greek Peripatetic philosopher, and a pupil of Aristotle. He was the most famous music theorist in antiquity and came to be referred to simply as "the musician." Most of his writings, which dealt with philosophy, ethics and music, have been lost, but one musical treatise, Elements of Har...

L'"Histoire des Samanides", œuvre monumentale de Mīrkhond, offre une chronique détaillée de la dynastie samanide qui a régné sur l'Empire persan entre le IXe et le Xe siècle. Par son style érudit et sa structure narrative, Mīrkhond mêle histoire, légende et moralité, créant ainsi une tapisserie riche qui reflète la ...

Totally outnumbered throughout their short two-year sojourn in the Western Desert, the crack fighter pilots of the handful of Jagdgeschwader in-theatre fought an effective campaign in support of Rommel's Afrika Korps against the British and American forces. Relying almost exclusively on the Luftwaffe's staple fighte...

In "The Father of British Canada: A Chronicle of Carleton," William Charles Henry Wood meticulously chronicles the pivotal life and contributions of Guy Carleton, an extraordinary figure in Canada'Äôs formative years post-Seven Years' War. Wood employs a narrative style that combines rigorous historical analysis wit...

"History of England (1688-1815)' by E. M. Wrong is a useful and comprehensive reference text that continues to help students of history learn about England's past to this day. Starting with the country's first settlements and the war that plagued the land for many years, the book continues on to extoll the victories...

New York City, 1970s. Take a walk on the wild side. 1970s New York was a mecca for artists, writers, and musicians drawn to its vibrant energy and creative possibilities. It was also a place of grinding poverty and urban decay, where crime and violence were everyday realities and hope danced with despair. This curat...

In "Lawrence of Arabia: Zionism and Palestine," Sir Ronald Storrs meticulously dissects the complex interplay between T.E. Lawrence, Zionism, and the geopolitical intricacies of early 20th-century Palestine. Written with an eloquent, yet accessible literary style, Storrs juxtaposes Lawrence's romantic idealism with ...

In 'ÄòA Hero of Li√©ge,'Äô the anthology captures the compelling narratives of war, courage, and heroism intertwined with the intricate tapestry of Li√©ge'Äôs history. Comprising a diverse array of prose that spans from vivid storytelling to evocative introspections, this collection immerses readers in a myriad of p...

In the compelling anthology 'Burton of the Flying Corps,' readers are invited to explore the tumultuous and transformative era of early aviation through a tapestry of stories that capture the essence of flight and adventure. This collection navigates the high-risk endeavor of flying, weaving diverse literary styles ...

This book gives the account of the French-British contest for new lands. It covers such topics as the arrival of the first French pioneers in the New World, the role and activity of Jesuits in North America in the seventeenth century, the discovery of the Great West. It also mentions the great historical personaliti...

e-artnow presents the collected works of Luther Standing Bear. Between 1928 and 1936, Standing Bear wrote four books about protecting Lakota culture and in opposition to government regulation of Native Americans. Standing Bear's commentaries challenged government policies regarding education, assimilation, freedom o...

This book is about nuclear legacies in Russia and Central Asia, focusing on selected sites of the Soviet atomic program, many of which have remained understudied. Nuclear operations, for energy or military purposes, demanded a vast infrastructure of production and supply chains that have transformed entire regions. ...

History of Woman Suffrage reflects the history of voting in the United States from its beginnings to the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment. It is a comprehensive review of the most important historical events on more than 5000 pages. For decades this book has remained a significant source of primary informati...