History & Archaeology Books

Histoire du Canada depuis sa découverte jusqu'à nos jours, Volume 4, by François-Xavier Garneau, offers a detailed account of Canada's history from its discovery to the mid-19th century. Written in French, this volume continues Garneau's...

Viaje Pintoresco Á Las Dos Américas, Asia Y África, Volume 2 ofrece una fascinante mirada a diversas culturas y paisajes del mundo durante el siglo XIX. Escrito en español, este volumen del renombrado explorador Alcide Dessalines D'...

"Our Colonial Homes" offers a fascinating glimpse into the architectural styles and domestic life of early America. Samuel Adams Drake meticulously details the construction, design, and social context of colonial houses, providing a rich tapestry of...

Cansons De La Terra, Volume 2: Cants Populars Catalans is a historic collection of Catalan folk songs compiled by Francisco Pelayo Briz and Cándido Candi. Published in 1871, this volume preserves a vital part of Catalonia's cultural heritage,...

"Bidrag Till Skandinaviens Historia Ur Utländska Arkiver: Förhandlingar Med Tyskland Och Sveriges Inre Tillstånd Under Unionstiden, 1395-1448" by Carl Gustaf Styffe explores Scandinavian history through the lens of foreign archives. This historical...

In "Woman an Enigma", Maria Jane M'Intosh explores the multifaceted roles and societal expectations placed upon women in 19th-century America. This insightful work delves into the prevailing notions of womanhood, examining the complexities of domestic...

This is Volume 1 of the collected "Works, 1608-1631" of John Smith, a pivotal figure in early American history. Compiled and edited by Edward Arber, this volume provides a comprehensive look at Smith's writings during a crucial period in the...

Opérations Du Ve Corps Prussien Dans La Guerre Contre La France details the operations of the Prussian V Corps during the Franco-Prussian War. Written by Stieler Von Heydekampf and originally published in 1873, this historical account offers a...

Councils and Ecclesiastical Documents Relating to Great Britain and Ireland, Volume 2, parts 1-2 offers a detailed examination of primary source materials crucial to understanding the religious and legal history of the British Isles. Compiled by William...

"Der Kupferbergbau Am Obern See in Nordamerika" bietet eine detaillierte Betrachtung des Kupferbergbaus am Oberen See in Nordamerika. Das Werk aus dem Jahr 1877 beleuchtet die technischen und wirtschaftlichen Aspekte des Bergbaus in dieser Region. Es...

De Los Trovadores En España: Estudio De Lengua Y Poesía Provenzal, by Manuel Milá Y Fontanals, is a seminal study of the troubadours and their influence on Spanish language and poetry. This detailed exploration delves into the linguistic and...

El "Diccionario Filosófico" de Voltaire, presentado aquí como el Volumen 5, es una obra clave de la Ilustración. Esta compilación ofrece una visión crítica y satírica de diversos temas, desde la religión y la política hasta la moral y la...

De Epimenide Crete, penned by Carl Schultess and published in 1877, delves into the intricacies surrounding Epimenides of Crete, a figure shrouded in both historical and philosophical significance. Written in Latin, the text likely offers a scholarly...

This volume presents the Augsburg Confession in both German and Latin, meticulously edited by J.A.H. Tittmann based on the original editions. The Augsburg Confession, a foundational document of Lutheranism, articulates the faith and doctrine of the...

"Notabilia of Bath, a Hand Book to the City and District" is a comprehensive guide to the historic city of Bath, England, and its surrounding areas. Written by S.D. Major, this handbook serves as an invaluable resource for visitors and locals alike,...

Historia De España Y De La Civilización Española, Volume 4, by Rafael Altamira, offers a detailed exploration of Spanish history and its civilization. This volume provides insights into the significant events, cultural developments, and societal...

Magie Magnétique, Ou, Traité Historique Et Pratique De Fascinations, Miroirs Cabalistiques, Apports, Suspensions Pactes, Talismans, Charme Des Vents, Convulsions, Possessions, Envoûtements, Sortilèges, Magie De La Parole,...

"Outlines of German Literature" by Joseph Gostwick and Robert Harrison, originally published in 1873, offers a comprehensive overview of German literary history. This volume serves as an invaluable resource for students and enthusiasts seeking to...

Sous Dix Rois: Souvenirs De 1791 a 1860, Volume 5 offers a fascinating glimpse into French history through the eyes of Boucher de Perthes. These memoirs cover a tumultuous period, from the French Revolution to the mid-19th century, providing a unique...

"Our State Constitutions" (1907) provides a detailed overview of the foundational documents that govern individual states within the United States. Examining the structure, principles, and historical development of these constitutions, the book offers...

"Ned Myers; Or, a Life Before the Mast" recounts the extraordinary seafaring experiences of Ned Myers, an American sailor, as told to James Fenimore Cooper. Set against the backdrop of the early 19th century, this enthralling narrative offers a vivid...

"Materials for Thinking, Or Facts and Opinions Relating to Man" is a rich collection of excerpts drawn from a wide range of ancient and modern authors. Compiled by 'An Investigator,' this volume offers a fascinating glimpse into historical perspectives...

Az 1848/49-Iki Magyar Szabadságharcz És a Zsidók" (The Hungarian War of Independence of 1848/49 and the Jews) examines the role and experiences of Jewish people during the Hungarian Revolution of 1848-49. Authored by Béla Bernstein,...

La Sociología Mexicana Y La Educación Nacional, written by Julio S Hernández and published in 1916, delves into the intricate relationship between Mexican sociology and the nation's educational system. This historical work examines the...

L'Église Et L'empire Romain Au IV Siècle, Volume 5 by Albert de Broglie explores the intricate relationship between the burgeoning Christian Church and the Roman Empire during the pivotal fourth century. This volume delves into the...

Archiv Für Schiffs- Und Tropen Hygiene, Volume 1, published in 1897, delves into the critical intersection of maritime activity and tropical health. This historical volume offers insights into the challenges and practices related to hygiene and medicine...

"Home Letters Written by the Late Earl of Beaconsfield in 1830 and 1831" offers a rare glimpse into the personal life and early thoughts of Benjamin Disraeli, later the Earl of Beaconsfield and a prominent figure in British political history. This...

"The Cobler of Caunterburie, Or, an Inuectiue Against [Robin Goodfellow's] Tarltons Newes Out of Purgatorie," edited by F. Ouvry, offers a fascinating glimpse into the literary and social landscape of 16th-century England. This work, attributed to Robin...

This is Volume 1 of "Sermoni E Prediche" by Girolamo Savonarola. This historical collection offers a deep dive into the sermons and preaching of Girolamo Savonarola, a significant figure in the Renaissance era. Savonarola was an Italian Dominican friar...

"The Scotch Haggis" is a delightful collection of anecdotes, jests, epitaphs, and inscriptions that offers a humorous glimpse into Scottish culture and wit. This compilation provides a lighthearted look at Scottish life through its stories and memorial...

Kriminal-Antropologiske Studier Over Danske Forbrydere (Criminal-Anthropological Studies of Danish Criminals) is a detailed study by Christian Geill, published in 1906. This work delves into the anthropological aspects of criminal behavior within the...

"Vital Records of Danvers, Massachusetts, to the End of the Year 1849, Volume 2" is an invaluable resource for genealogists, historians, and anyone interested in the rich heritage of Danvers. This meticulously compiled volume presents a comprehensive...

Memorie Storiche E Critiche Della Rivoluzione Siciliana Del 1848 è un'analisi dettagliata degli eventi che hanno scosso la Sicilia nel 1848. Scritto da Pasquale Calvi, quest'opera offre una prospettiva storica e critica sulla rivoluzione,...

The Southwestern Historical Quarterly, Volume 15, presents a comprehensive collection of articles and historical documents pertaining to the rich and complex history of Texas and the broader Southwestern United States. Published in 1912, this volume,...

Abhandlungen Zur Germanischen Philologie ist eine Sammlung von Abhandlungen, die sich mit dem Studium der germanischen Philologie auseinandersetzen. Dieses Werk aus dem Jahr 1898 bietet Einblicke in die sprachlichen und literarischen Aspekte der...

Gesta Romanorum, translated with preliminary observations and notes by Charles Swan, is a collection of entertaining moral stories compiled in Latin, likely around the late 13th or early 14th century. Volume 1 presents a selection of these tales, which...

"Ascanius; Or, the Young Adventurer" recounts the tumultuous events of the Jacobite Rebellion in Scotland during the years 1745-6. This historical narrative provides an impartial view of the uprising, detailing significant events such as the Battle of...

The "London Topographical Record, Volume 5" offers a detailed exploration into the historical topography of London. Published in 1908 by the London Topographical Society, this volume continues the society's mission to document and preserve the rich...

"Passages From the Remembrancer of Christopher Marshall" offers a unique, firsthand perspective on life in Philadelphia during the tumultuous years of the American Revolution. Written by Christopher Marshall, a prominent Quaker, this diary provides a...

Le Gouvernement Temporel Des Papes Jugé Par La Diplomatie Française (Recueil De Documents), written by Émile Hubaine and published in 1862, offers a critical examination of the Papal States' temporal government through the lens of French...

This work, "Paris Universal Exhibition, 1878. Monographs On the Tusser and Other Wild Silks of India, and On the Dyestuffs and Tannin Matters of India and Their Native Uses," by Thomas Wardle, provides a detailed look at Indian textiles and related...

"Les Bibliothèques De Strasbourg Et De Nancy" by Camille Thiaucourt, originally published in 1893, offers a detailed historical overview of the libraries in Strasbourg and Nancy. This work provides insights into the development and significance of...

"La Révolution, Précédé De La Critique De La Révolution" by Edgar Quinet offers a profound analysis of the French Revolution. Written in the 19th century, this historical work delves into the causes, events, and...

This collection, "Lettres Inédites De Madame La Princesse Des Ursins a M. Le Maréchal De Villeroi," offers a rare glimpse into the personal and political life of Madame des Ursins through her private correspondence. Included are her letters...

Geschiedenis Van De Emigranten-Boeren En Van Den Vrijheids-Oorlog offers a detailed historical account of the Emigrant farmers and the Freedom War. Written in Dutch, this book provides valuable insights into South African history, exploring the conflicts...

"A Sketch of the Life of John Winthrop, the Younger" delves into the remarkable story of a key figure in early American history. John Winthrop the Younger, son of the eminent John Winthrop, played a pivotal role in the establishment of Ipswich,...

L'ottica Di Claudio Tolomeo, a Latin edition of Ptolemy's work on optics, provides a valuable resource for scholars interested in the history of science and classical texts. This edition makes Ptolemy's important contributions to the understanding of...

"Narrative of the Burmeses War, in 1824-25" offers a detailed historical account of the First Anglo-Burmese War. Written by Horace Hayman Wilson, a prominent orientalist and historian, this narrative provides insights into the military strategies,...