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Charles Waddell Chesnutt (1858–1932) was an African American writer, essayist, Civil Rights activist, legal-stenography businessman, and lawyer whose novels and short stories explore race, racism, a……続きを見る

This book offers readers an introduction to the world of artificial histories and historians. It looks behind the interfaces of AI and explores everyday platforms and prize-winning history books to ……続きを見る

〓 The Cambridge Modern History stands as one of the most ambitious and scholarly surveys of world history ever published. Conceived by Lord Acton and compiled by a distinguished group of historians……続きを見る

What is the nature of place, and how does one undertake to write about it? To answer these questions, geographer and poet Tim Cresswell looks to Chicago's iconic Maxwell Street Market area. Maxwell ……続きを見る

What we learn when an anthropologist and a historian talk about food. From the origins of agriculture to contemporary debates over culinary authenticity, Ways of Eating introduces readers to world f……続きを見る

**A fast-paced, character-filled history that brings the unique American saga to life for readers of all ages “This is a little history with a big heart, meant to be savored more than studied, read ……続きを見る

Thrown into action following the Torch landings of late 1942, the 'green' American pilots flying the obsolescent P-40F suffered cruelly at the hands of seasoned German fighter pilots flying superior……続きを見る

This book details the colourful experiences of the elite pilots of the AAF's Tenth and Fourteenth Air Forces in the 'forgotten' China-Burma-India theatre during WW2. Inheriting the legacy of the Ame……続きを見る

70 Civil War Memoirs of Union Soldiers is a compelling anthology that captures the diverse experiences and voices of those who served in the Union Army. The collection encapsulates a wide range of l……続きを見る

Esta edición digital en formato ePub se ha realizado a partir de una edición impresa digitalizada que forma parte de los fondos de la Biblioteca Nacional de España. El proyecto de creación de ePubs ……続きを見る

In "The City of the Mormons; or, Three Days at Nauvoo, in 1842," Henry Caswall presents a vivid and insightful chronicle of his three-day visit to the burgeoning Mormon settlement of Nauvoo, Illinoi……続きを見る

Esta edición digital en formato ePub se ha realizado a partir de una edición impresa digitalizada que forma parte de los fondos de la Biblioteca Nacional de España. El proyecto de creación de ePubs ……続きを見る

Naval warfare was confined for centuries to surface combat, or undersea clashes. In the twentieth century aerial warfare became the third domain and shortly thereafter, the electromagnetic spectrum ……続きを見る

In "Rocky Mountain Life," Rufus B. Sage presents a captivating firsthand account of his experiences in the American West during the mid-19th century. This work, written in a vivid and descriptive li……続きを見る

In "Rulers of India: Lord Clive," G. B. Malleson masterfully chronicles the life and legacy of Robert Clive, a pivotal figure in British colonial expansion in India during the 18th century. Malleson……続きを見る

In "Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation: 1838-1839," Fanny Kemble offers a poignant and meticulously observed account of her experiences on a Southern plantation during the antebellum pe……続きを見る

In "Salem Witchcraft, Volumes I and II," Charles Wentworth Upham meticulously chronicles the infamous Salem witch trials of 1692, offering a detailed examination of the socio-political and religious……続きを見る

In "A History of Domestic Manners and Sentiments in England During the Middle Ages," Thomas Wright meticulously examines the everyday lives and social norms that characterized medieval England. This……続きを見る

In "The Founder of New France: A Chronicle of Champlain," Charles W. Colby meticulously chronicles the life and achievements of Samuel de Champlain, the pivotal figure in the establishment of New Fr……続きを見る

In "Statistical, Historical and Political Description of the Colony of New South Wales," William Charles Wentworth crafts a profound and meticulously detailed account of the early Australian colony ……続きを見る

In "La Sorcière: The Witch of the Middle Ages," Jules Michelet presents a compelling exploration of the witch hunts that plagued Europe during the Middle Ages, meticulously weaving together historic……続きを見る

In 'The Pilgrims of New England,' Mrs. Webb-Peploe masterfully chronicles the poignant journey of the early New England settlers, illuminating their fervent faith and the socio-political challenges ……続きを見る

In "Journals of Two Expeditions into the Interior of New South Wales," John Oxley presents a meticulous account of his explorations in the early 19th century, blending keen observation with vivid de……続きを見る

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 ……続きを見る

In "Cacao Culture in the Philippines," William Scrugham Lyon presents a comprehensive exploration of the cacao industry in the archipelago, illuminating its agricultural practices, economic implicat……続きを見る

Dive into the history of modern Europe with "The Cambridge Modern History Collection," which brings together all five original volumes in one ebook. This ebook offers a global perspective on key dev……続きを見る

In "British Goblins: Welsh Folk-lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions," Wirt Sikes meticulously compiles an extensive array of Welsh folklore, weaving together myriad tales that illuminate t……続きを見る

In "The Swastika, the Earliest Known Symbol, and Its Migration," Thomas Wilson embarks on a rigorous historical and cultural exploration of the swastika, tracing its origins and varied uses througho……続きを見る

History and Wonder is a refreshing new take on the idea of history that tracks the entanglement of history and philosophy over time through the key idea of wonder. From Ancient Greek histories and w……続きを見る

A small free eBook by Swain Wodening and GardenStone. The names Helia, Heile, Helið and Helith are recorded in several medieval and later publications as names for a pagan deity who was venerated in……続きを見る