History of the Americas Books

Cantos de la prisión y del destierro is a collection of poems by Venezuelan writer Rufino Blanco-Fombona, likely written during periods of imprisonment and exile related to his political activities in the early 20th century. The poems offer a powerful...

"The Chronicles of America Series, Volume 45" offers a comprehensive look at the historical narrative of the United States. Authored by a team of distinguished historians including Allen Johnson, Ralph Henry Gabriel, Gerhard Richard Lomer, and Charles W...

"Serving the University in Sacramento" presents a compelling oral history featuring Verne A. Stadtman, James H. Corley, and Robert S. Johnson, key figures in the development and administration of the University of California in Sacramento. This...

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution...

This volume contains the complete record of the trials of Captain Joseph J. Knapp, Jr. and George Crowninshield, Esq., for the infamous murder of Captain Joseph White of Salem, Massachusetts, which occurred on the night of April 6, 1830. A detailed...

Delve into the rich past of Maine with "Documentary History of the State of Maine, Volume 18." This meticulously compiled volume, brought to you by the Maine Historical Society, offers a comprehensive collection of primary source documents that...

Explore the rich tapestry of American history with "The New Complete History of the United States of America," Volume 1, by John Clark Ridpath. This comprehensive work delves into the foundational periods of the nation, from its colonial roots through...

"Alexander Hamilton, a Character Sketch" by Edward Sylvester Ellis offers a detailed glimpse into the life and legacy of one of America's most influential Founding Fathers. This biography explores Hamilton's pivotal role in shaping the early United...

"The Union Label; its History and Aims; Prize Essays" presents a historical perspective on the union label movement. Authored by the American Federation of Labor, this collection of essays explores the origins, significance, and objectives of the union...

This document details the financial arrangements concerning mail transport on the Burlington Railroad. It includes statements of car space and all facilities furnished for government mails, express, and passengers in all passenger trains on the Chicago,...

"The Mexican Recognition of Texas" delves into the complex diplomatic history surrounding Texas's independence from Mexico. This detailed historical analysis, originally published in The American Historical Review in 1910, explores the political and...

"The Foreign Language School Question" is an address delivered to the Honolulu Social Science Association on November 8, 1920, by Lorrin A. Thurston. This historical document offers insights into the debates surrounding foreign language schools in Hawaii...

"Adventures in Canada, Being two Months on the Tobique, New Brunswick. An Emigrant's Journal" offers a captivating glimpse into 19th-century Canadian life through the eyes of an observant traveler. This journal recounts a two-month sojourn along the...

Dive into the rich tapestry of Ohio's past with the "History of Perry County, Ohio" by Clement L. Martzolff. This meticulously researched volume offers a comprehensive exploration of the county's development, from its earliest settlers to its burgeoning...

"Plan of Saint Paul, the Capital City of Minnesota" offers a fascinating glimpse into the early 20th-century vision for the development of a major American city. Originally published in 1922, this meticulously crafted plan, the collaborative work of...

"Modern Underpinning; Development, Methods and Typical Examples" explores the historical development and practical application of underpinning techniques in early 20th-century construction. Authored by Lazarus White and Edmund Astley Prentis, this book...

"Memoir of Jared Sparks, LL.D" by Brantz Mayer offers a detailed biographical account of the life and work of Jared Sparks, a prominent American historian, educator, and Unitarian minister. This biography explores Sparks' significant contributions to the...

"Mining Borax, Shaft-freezing in Potash Mines, U.S. Borax, Inc., 1954 to 1988" presents a detailed oral history capturing nearly four decades of innovation and operation in the American mining industry. Through transcribed interviews, the experiences of...

This volume contains Horace Binney's remarks to the Philadelphia Bar on the occasion of the deaths of Charles Chauncey and John Sergeant, two prominent legal figures of their time. Delivered in 1853, Binney's address offers insights into the lives,...

Mark Twain's Letters, in this second volume of a multi-volume collection, offers a fascinating glimpse into the personal and professional life of one of America's most beloved authors. Arranged and commented upon by Albert Bigelow Paine, these letters...

"Moments with Mark Twain" offers an intimate glimpse into the life and personality of one of America's most beloved writers. Compiled and selected by Albert Bigelow Paine, Twain's close friend and biographer, these anecdotes and reminiscences provide a...

This oral history transcript from 1988 documents the history of Wills Eye Hospital and Thomas Jefferson Medical College through interviews with key figures. Gain insights into the evolution of ophthalmology and medical education through the experiences...

This is Volume 2 of the "Correspondence and Public Papers" of John Jay, one of America's Founding Fathers. This collection offers invaluable insights into the political landscape of the late 18th century. Readers will find a wealth of primary source...

"Homes for Workmen" offers a detailed look into the industrial community development movement of the early 20th century. Published in 1919, this book presents leading examples of housing projects designed to accommodate the working class. From...

This register book provides a detailed record of lands and houses in the "New Towne" (later Cambridge) and the Town of Cambridge, Massachusetts. It contains records of the proprietors of the common lands, offering invaluable insights into the early...

In "Planning for the South; an Inquiry Into the Economics of Regionalism," John Van Sickle delves into the economic intricacies of regional planning with a specific focus on the Southern United States. Published in 1943, the book examines the challenges...

Delve into the rich tapestry of South Carolina's past with David Ramsay's comprehensive "Ramsay's History of South Carolina, From its First Settlement in 1670 to the Year 1808." This meticulously researched volume provides a detailed account of the...

"A Native Daughter's Leadership in Public Affairs: Transcript, 1974, Volume 01" presents a valuable primary source document illuminating the role of women in public life during the 20th century. This transcript captures the experiences and insights of...

This is a historical report detailing the progress of the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey. It offers insights into the methods and challenges of surveying and mapping the United States coastline in the mid-19th century. Providing a glimpse into the...

Discover a captivating glimpse into the lives and times of a 19th-century American family through "Interesting Family Letters, of the Late Mrs. Ruth Patten, of Hartford, Conn." This collection offers a unique and intimate perspective on the personal...

Escritos Diversos De 1870 a 1874 is a collection of essays and articles by Antonio García Cubas, offering a multifaceted perspective on Mexican society and politics during a transformative period. Through insightful analysis, García Cubas explores a...

Explore the world of 19th-century saw manufacturing with "The Disston Crucible, a Magazine for the Millman, Volume 5." This fascinating trade publication offers a unique glimpse into the operations of the Disston Saw Works, a leading manufacturer of saws...

"With Axe and Rifle, Or, the Western Pioneers" by William Henry Giles Kingston transports readers to the heart of the American frontier. Set against the backdrop of the 19th-century Western expansion, this historical novel chronicles the lives and...

This volume contains a collection of decisions from the Department of the Interior and the General Land Office concerning cases related to public lands. Compiled in 1892, "Decisions of the Department of the Interior and the General Land Office in Cases...

This is a meticulously preserved directory of Sioux City, Iowa, for the years 1871-72. Compiled by William Shaw, the directory offers a unique snapshot of a burgeoning Midwestern city during a transformative period in American history. Beyond a simple...

"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...

"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...

"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...

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...

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,...

"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...

"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,...

Explore the natural landscape of Minnesota as it was understood at the beginning of the 20th century with "Geography and Geology of Minnesota, Volume 1," by Christopher Webber Hall. This comprehensive volume offers a detailed look at the geological...

Ambrosio De Letinez; Or, the First Texian Novel, Embracing a Description of the Countries Bordering On the Rio Bravo, With Incidents of the War of Independence by Anthony Ganilh is a historical novel set against the backdrop of the Texas Revolution...

This collection comprises Volumes 54-78 of "The Universalist Church Companion," offering a valuable glimpse into the history and development of the Universalist Church in the mid-19th century. Authored by Isaac Dowd Williamson and the Merrimac River...

Les Français À Terre-Neuve Et Sur Les Côtes De L'amérique Du Nord, by Adolphe Bellet, explores the extensive history of French involvement in Newfoundland and the coasts of North America. Focusing primarily on the Grand Banks cod...

Histoire De L'Île De La Trinidad Sous Le Gouvernement Espagnol, Volume 1, by Pierre-Gustave-Louis Borde, offers a detailed account of the history of Trinidad under Spanish rule. Originally written in French, this volume provides insights into the...