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900. GENERAL HISTORY.
Il.n. d.
It is more properly a history of the period, the thoughts and influences which led up to the reformation.
Bost., Lothrop Pub. Co., 1900 $1.50
A rapid survey of the progress in government, in literature, in law, in science and art.
Il.Phila., Lippincott, 1900 $1.50
These vigorous pictures were among the very last work done by the lamented pen which gave us "The red badge of courage."
N. Y., A. L. Burt, n. d. 75c
Clear and concise accounts of the world's great battles from that of Marathon to the battle of Waterloo.
Dragomanov, M. (Stepniak, pseud.) Russia under the Tsars.
N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1885 $1.50
When "Stepniak" makes a charge he can support it with an impressive array of facts and a vigorous simplicity of style.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1898 $1.50
The tales here told are written, not to glorify war, but to nourish patriotism. The sketches will be found to be historically accurate.
Griffis, W. E. The romance of discovery. (Riverside Library,)
n. d. $1.50
1892 $1
The precise object of this book is to show intelligent young people how they may seek for themselves the best original narratives and the best historical reading.
Meadville, Pa., Flood & Vincent, 1894 $1
Includes the period from the outbreak of the French revolution to the present time. The volume is profusely illustrated.
N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1899 $1.75
Describes a tour through the various districts and principal cities of India. It is an account of her people and customs.
Il.N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1893 $2.50
The most important military events from 1815 to 1887. A map of the battle-fields accompanies each description.
Il.N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1891 $1.50
Modernized from Froissart's chronicles of chivalrous adventure in the 14th century.
1893 $2
The author has departed from the realm of fairies and dragons and in this volume deals with true stories which he says "are also rather attractive and strange now and then."
Il. Maps.Chic, McClurg& Co., 1895 $2.50
Mrs. Ivatimer's already large circle of readers will receive this new volume gladly; some of the fascinating historical gossip is on matters which are so recent, they seem almost like current events.
N. Y., Appleton, 1894 $1.50
The many pilgrimages made to the Holy I^and during two centuries are carefully and vividly described.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1896 $1
Description of an old city buried in A. D. 79, and of what Pompeii was like when it was a live and bustling place.
The Story of the Nations.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons $1.50
A series of historical studies intended to present in graphic narratives the stories of the different nations that have attained prominence in history.
In the story form the current of each national life is distinctly indicated, and its picturesque and noteworthy periods and episodes are presented for the reader in their philosophical relations to each other as well as to universal history.
The following is a list of the subjects thus far published:
Alexander's Empire. Prof. J. P. Mahaffy.
Ancient Egypt. Prof. George Rawlinson.
Assyria. Z. A. Ragozin.
Australasia. Greville Tregarthen.
Austria. Sidney Whitman.
Balkan States. Henry Miller.
Barbary Corsairs. Stanley Lane-Poole.
Bohemia. C. Edmund Maurice.
British Rule in India. R. W. Frazer.
Building of the British Empire. 2 vols. Alfred T. Story.
Byzantine Empire. C. W. C. Oman.
Canada. J. G. Bourinot.
Carthage. Prof. A. J. Church.
Chaldea. Z. A. Ragozin.
China. Robert K. Douglas.
Christian recovery of Spain. H. E. Watts.
Crusades, The. T. S. Archer and C. L. Kingsford.
Early Britain. Prof. A. J. Church.
Franks, The. Lewis Sergeant.
Germany. S. Baring-Gould.
Goths, The. Henry Bradley.
Greece. Prof. Jas. A. Harrison.
Hansa Towns. Helen Zimmern.
Holland. Prof. J. E.Thorold Rogers.
Hungary. Prof. Vámbéry.
Ireland. Hon. Emily Lawless.
Japan. David Murray.
Jews, The. Prof. James K. Hosmer.
Jews under Rome. W. Douglass Morrison.
Media, Babylon and Persia. Z. A. Ragozin.
Mediæval France. Prof. Gustave Masson.
Mexico. Susan Hale.
Modern France. Andre Lebon.
Modern Italy. Pietro Orsi.
Modern Spain. M. A. S. Hume.
Moors in Spain. Stanley Lane-Poole.
Normans, The. Sarah Orne Jewett.
Norway. Hjalmar H. Boyesen.
Parthia. George Rawlinson.
People of England in the 19th century; 2 vols. Justin McCarthy.
Persia, S. G. W. Benjamin.
Phoenicia. Prof. Geo. Rawlinson.
Poland. W.R. Morfill.
Portugal. H. Morse Stephens.
Rome. Arthur Gilman.
Russia. W. R. Morfill.
Saracens, The. Arthur Gilnian.
Scotland. John Mackintosh.
Sicily. E. A. Freeman.
Southern Africa. George M. Theal.
Spain. E. E. and Susan Hale.
Switzerland. Mrs. Arnold Hug and R. Stead.
Turkey. Stanley Lane-Poole.
Tuscan republics. Isabella Duffy.
Vedic India. Z. A. Ragozin.
Venice. Alethea Wiel.
West Indies. Amos K. Fiske.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1892 $2.50
This narrative comprehends not only all the explorations made in past ages, but also all the new discoveries which have of late years so greatly interested the scientific world.
N. Y., Appleton, 1894 $1.50
A history of the Christian era, from the birth of Christ to the close of the revolutionary war.
N. Y., Macmillan, n. d. $1
The book is intended as a treasury for young people where they may find minute particulars of soul stirring deeds that give life and glory to the record of events.
930. ANCIENT HISTORY.
1894
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1897 $2
The plan has been to follow the fate of a single nation at a time from its mythical beginning to the present.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1893 $1.25
Two objects were kept in view by the author. First he tried to make his account of Greece as comprehensive as possible, and to omit none of the main forces that helped to mould Greek civilization.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1885 $1.75
The personal character of Herodotus, reflected from every page that he wrote, renders his vivid story all the more happily suited to the reading and study of boys and girls.
Bost., Estes & Lauriat, n. d. $1.50
The history has been given as briefly as could be done consistently with such details as can alone make it interesting to all classes of readers.
942. ENGLAND.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1892 $3.75
Illustrates English political history of present century.
Il.N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1893 $1.50
Mr. Church's studies have especially fitted him for writing a work of this kind.
Stories from English history. Vols. 1 and 2.
1896 ea. $1
Entertaining stories from the time of Julius Caesar to Charles the I.
Il.N. Y., Macmillan & Co., 1892 $1
This history will be found, as is all else from the pen of the great novelist, entertaining and full of interest—instructive to both young and old.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1897 $1.50
Throughout the story attention has been centered on the main factors which led to the foundation and expansion of the British Empire in India.
N. Y., Dodd, Mead & Co., 1895 $2
Mr. George has written for those who do not know much about battles and would like to understand events which are interesting in themselves, and are the great turning-points in history.
N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1895 $5
Mr. Green has given to his fellow citizens such a story of their commonwealth as has in fact no parallel in any other country.
N. Y., Scribner & Welford, 1894 $1.75
Il.N. Y., Longmans, Green & Co., 1894 $1.20
Early Britain to 1880; condensed with aim of bringing out events most directly influencing American history and institutions.
1897 $2
Historical stories collected out of English romantic literature in illustration of the reigns of English monarchs from the conquest to William IV.
Il.Chic, McClurg & Co., 1894 $2.50
This volume must take high place among the valuable contributions to popular historical literature.
McCarthy, J. History of England. Vols. 1 and 2
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1899 ea. Si. 50
The purpose of this work is to so tell the stor3' of England, nineteenth century, as to secure a place in the memory of even the youngest reader.
Morris, C. Historical tales, romance of reality. (English).
Il.Phila., Lippincott, 1895 $1.25
Embraces the best known and most romantic episodes in English history.
1898
The object of this volume has been to present to the readers, in tolerable exact outline, a sketch of the chief operations of Nelson at sea.
Maps.N. Y., Macmillan & Co., 1895 $2.25
Valuable to all advanced students of history ; tells of England from the earliest times to the present day.
Il.1892
A complete popular history of England from the earliest period to the present time. Intended for young readers.
N. Y., James Miller, n. d. $1.75
At no other period of British history have public events of equal magnitude and interest occurred, nor has the nation ever produced so many eminent statesmen as at this time.
Scott, Sir W. Tales of a grandfather. 3 vols.
n. d. $4.50
A collection of tales or narratives from the Scottish chronicles, giving a general view of the history of that country.
1899 $1.50
The author joined the expedition early in 1897, and he toiled along with it to the end. He described the stirring- events with accuracy and graphic presentation of detail.
Il.Bost., Lee & Shepard $1.50
By the beauty and wealth of her country and the sentiment and character of its people, Ireland must be ranked with the best defined nationalities.
944. FRANCE.
N. Y., Dodd, Mead & Co., 1894 $1.75
This book deals with some more general incidents or phases of the revolution.
N. Y., Century Co., 1895 $2.25
The author wields a facile pen, and her style is conversational and fascinating.
Il.N. Y., Longmans, Green & Co., 1893 $1.25
A carefully prepared volume suitable for elementary study.
N. Y., Crowell & Co., 1889 $1.50
The writer has presented a rapid and clear résumé of the most important events and thrilling scenes of the French revolution.
1892 $1.25
The Old Guard was the most renowned bod3' of soldiers to be found in the military annals of the world. The facts are taken from a variety of works.
Il.Chic, McClurg & Co., 1894 $2.50
The rapidly changing and dramatic scenes are vividly portrayed.
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An abridgment of M. Guizot's history, in which the author has scrupulously abstained from altering- the translation.
Bohn Library $1
Readers cannot fail to pronounce this one of the most interesting volumes on the French revolution.
Phila., Lippincott, 1893 $1.25
The best known and most romantic episodes of French history.
Bost., Estes & Lauriat, n. d. $1.50
These stories put such facts as need most to be remembered in a comprehensible form, and to attach some real characteristic to each reign.
946. SPAIN.
Il.N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1894 $2.25
What he says has the freshness of immediate sensation; what he sees lives and burns under his gaze with intensity.
Il.N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1894 $2
Begins with the Roman conquest, followed by the Goths in Spain, discovery of America, etc.
N. Y., Funk & Wagnail's Co., 1898 75c
The author believes that it is possible to gain an estimate of a nation by swift characterization at critical moments of its history, which shall be more just, as well as more vivid, than any that can be gained by monotonously tracing the chronology.
Il.1893
No effort has been spared to make this work as complete and as interesting as possible.
Il.N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1900 $1.50
Mr. Hume tells the story of Spain during a century of struggle upward out of an abyss into which despotism and bigotry had sunk it.
Chic, McClurg & Co., n. d. $2.50
A general review of what has happened in Spain during the present century.
Phila., Lippincott & Co., 1898 $1. 25
The tales gathered within this charming- volume have at once the attractiveness of the novel and the merit of truth.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1898 60c
The author has tried to exclude the mass of confusing- details which often make the reading of history a dreary task.
Il.N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1891 $1.50
Much the best book on the subject in English.—Athenæum
949.2. HOLLAND.
Il.N. Y., Putnam's Sons, n. d. $2.25
He is the Taine of travelers. The same dash, eloquence, imagery, show that both have drawn their inspiration from the same models.
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1894 $1.25
Traces development and influence of the Netherlands in a graphic and enthusiastic manner.
951.952. CHINA AND JAPAN.
1895 $1.50
This is probably the first work on China that has had the advantage of careful revision by a native of that land who has been educated in other countries than his own.
Il.N. Y., 1900 $2.50
The author is thoroughly conversant with the subject, knows the work of the foreign missions, and the machinery of Chinese politics.
Smyth G. B., and others. The crisis in China.
N. Y., Century Co., 1900 $1
Valuable papers on the present situation in China, reprinted from the North American Review.
Tcheng-Ki-Tong, Gen., and others. The Chinese empire past and present.
Il.Chic, Rand, McNally & Co., 1900 $1.25
N. Y., Amer. Book Co., 1897 $1
While the thread of historical events runs throughout this book, many incidents and characteristic stories have been cited to illustrate the manners and customs of the various periods.
968.2. THE TRANSVAAL.
Bryce, J. and others. Briton and Boer.
N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1900 $1.25
A carefully prepared volume dealing with both sides of the South Africa question, and written by men of prominence identified with each side.
Il.N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1900 $1.50
The frankness with which Mr. Davis describes what he saw and heard in South Africa gives a unique quality to his book.
N. Y., New Amsterdam Book Co., 1900 $1
This history is written by one who took an active part in the sad and stirring events which it records.
N. Y., Appleton & Co., 1900 $1.50
A book on the Boer troubles that is free from British prejudices and misrepresentations. " It is the best book of the hour in its unbiased presentation of the Boer side of the controversy."—Chicago Tribune.
970. AMERICAN HISTORY.
Il.N. Y., Appleton, 1893 $1.50
An account of the many Spanish expeditions sent in search of the golden city believed to be hidden somewhere in the new world.
Il.n. d. $2
Considered by many the best book on Mexico of recent times.
Il.Bost., D. Lothrop & Co., 1887 $2.50
The story is most successfully told in a direct, interesting way that makes the book suitable for readers of all ages.
N. Y., Century Co., n. d. $1.50
Describes a pilgrimage of a party of young people to America's historic homes.
Il.Bost., D. Lothrop & Co., 1888 $2.50
Seeks to give the progressive record of the American seaman in active service on the merchant vessel and man-of-war.
N. Y., The Werner Co., 1898 $1.50
The author has sought the best materials in the preparation of this history and constructed it upon data gleaned from recognized authority.
1899 $2
Not only does the author trace the thrilling struggle for liberty, but he points out impressively the great future in store for the countries of which he writes.
Bost., Lee & Shepard, 1886 $1
Multitudes of works have been consulted and such anecdotes gleaned as it is thought will have a salutary influence on mind and heart.
Il.N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1884 $3
The motive of the book is admirable.
Il.N. Y., Dodd, Mead & Co., 1880 $1.25
An exceedingly interesting account of the wealth and grandeur of Mexico and its conquest by the Spaniards.
Brant and Red Jacket. (Famous American Indians.)
N. Y., Dodd, Mead & Co., n. d. $1
The main object of the author is to make the history' of the American Indian interesting to the general reader and especially to the young people.
Fiske, J. The discovery of America. Vols. 1 and 2.
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1894 $3
Thorough and fascinating study of early geographic theories and voyages, people and civilizations discovered, and first conquests.
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1894 $2
This book contains the substance of a course of lectures given in "The Old South Meeting-house," Boston, Dec, 1884; also in St. Louis and New York.
Il.Bost., D. Lothrop & Co., 1883 $1.50
Author tells in brief, how this country was first settled and how the whole land was gradually developed until its present position among the nations was reached.
Il.Bost., W. A. Wilde Co., 1897 $1.50
In concise form it is the story of American expansion from the birth of the nation to the present day.
Il.N. Y., Appleton, 1895 $1.50
An account of the manners, customs and habits of the American Indian today, with a number of stories gathered by the author from the Indians themselves.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1893 $1.50
Popular history of Mexico entering into the real life of the people and bringing them before the reader as they actually lived, labored and struggled.
Il.1865
A connected and reliable history
Bost., Lee & Shepard, 1888 $1.50
Contents: The old Salem sea captain; A revolutionary congressman on horseback; A New England vagabond; etc.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, n. d. $2
The author has presented a clear, connected and characteristic narrative.
Johnston, A. American orations. 4 vols.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1884 ea. $1.25
Mr. Johnston has brought together much matter that is of interest at the present time, when more and more attention is being paid to economic subjects.
N. Y., Macmillan & Co., 1898 $1.50
A story based upon Spanish and Portuguese accounts of "conquest" by the brilliant armada, which sailed under De Soto in 1538 to subdue this country.
Il.Chic, McClurg & Co., 1893 $1.50
True stories of their adventures and discoveries, their attempts to educate the Indian and other deeds of heroism and kindness; also relates the story of Columbus.
N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1898 $2.50
Mr. Lummis has made a chronicle of perfection, and the record of his enthusiasm runs in parallel threads with the memoranda of his note-book.
Il.N. Y., Appleton, 1899 $1.40
The purpose of this book is to trace the main outlines of national development, to show how the American people came to be what they are.
N. Y., Dodd, Mead & Co., n. d. $1
The author has collected facts from many and widespread sources, aiming to give an idea of the manners of our forefathers and the social relations, besides the state of feeling aroused by savage warfare.
Morris, C. Historical tales, romance of reality. (American.)
Il.Phila., Lippincott & Co., 1895 $1.25
These stories culled from the annals of the nation, are some of the most stirring and romantic incidents of our history.
Phila., Lippincott & Co., 1898 $1.50
A timely history which follows the development of the American navy from 1775-1898.
n. d. $1.50
The story deals with the discovery of America in the year 1000 by the Norsemen, their colonies, etc.
Il.Bost., Estes & Lauriat, 1883 $1.50
A very welcome and timely book full of accurate information.
Parkman, F. La Salle and the discovery of the great west. (France and England in North America.) Part 3.
Bost., Little, Brown & Co., 1894 $1.15
The Jesuits in North America. (France and England in North America.) Part 2.
Bost., Little, Brown & Co., 1894 $1.15
A series of historical narratives in which the romantic story of the rise, the marvelous expansion and the ill-fated ending of the French power in North America is brilliantly told.
Montcalm and Wolf. Vols. 1 and 2.
Bost., Little, Brown & Co., 1892 $3
The names on the title page stand as representatives of the two nations whose final contest for the control of North America is the subject of the book.
Count Frontenac and New France under Louis XIV. (France and England in North America.)
Maps.Bost., Little, Brown & Co., 1894 $1.50
Mr. Parkman makes the rugged and ragged growth of the French occupancy of Canada full of interest to the reader.
The old regime in Canada. (France and England in North America. ) Part 4.
Bost., Little, Brown & Co., 1894 $1.50
Each history is the highest authority on the subject of which it treats and is as interesting and fascinating as any novel.
Pioneers of France in the new world. (France and England in North America.) Part 1.
Bost., Little, Brown & Co., 1894 $1.50
A half century of conflict. Vols. 1 and 2.
Bost., Little, Brown & Co., 1894
In the present volumes the nature of the subject does not permit an unbroken thread of narrative and the unity ..of the book lies in its being an illustration of the singularly contrasted characters and methods of the rival claimants to North America.
The conspiracy of Pontiac. Vols. 1 and 2.
Bost., Little, Brown & Co., 1894 $3
These volumes aim to portray the American forest and the American Indian at the period when both received their fatal doom.
Patton, J. H. Four hundred years of American history. Vols. 1 and 2.
N. Y., Fords, Howard & Hulbert, 1892 $5
Comprehensive view of the history of the American people, and of the influential elements that have g-one to form their characteristics and their government.
1896 $1.50
Twenty-four stories covering every age of American history from the time of Columbus to the present day.
Bost., Educational Pub. Co., n. d. 50c
The romantic story of Pizarro and the conquest of Peru is told in a simple, attractive way for young readers.
Prescott, W. H. History of the conquest of Peru. Vols. 1 and 2.
Phila., Lippincott & Co., n. d. $2
The author has taken a single chapter in the world's history and limited the range of his efforts to its complete elucidation.
Bost., Ginn & Co., 1894 85c
A reader in the geography and geolog3' of North America for the use of schools.
N. Y., Macmillan & Co., 1898 $1.50
Stories of the rise and decline of buccaneering and piracy in our West Indian waters.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1884 $4.50
The writing of this work required the personal examination of many old and rare books, and the material has been used carefully with respect to accuracy.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1895 $1.25
A most delightful and instructive collection of historical events, told in a simple and pleasant manner.
N. Y., Appleton, n. d. $1.50
973. UNITED STATES HISTORY.
Andrews, E. B. History of the United States. Vols. 1 and 2.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1894 $3
Author has sought to make prominent the political evolution of our country on the one hand and the social life of the people on the other.
History of the last quarter century in the United States. Vols. 1 and 2.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1896 $6
President Andrews has undertaken a stupendous task and has executed, it with a fulness of knowledge and a grasp of events that are admirable.
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1892 95c
A history of Oregon from the time of the struggle of European powers over its possession.
Phila., Henry T. Coates & Co., n. d. 40c
The object of this book is to place upon permanent record a continuous account of the "daring deeds" of the heroes of our country.
Il.N. Y., Century Co., n. d. $1.50
The history connected with these places is interestingly related, and the early struggles, physical hardships, religious persecutions of the settlers fully dealt with.
N. Y., Century Co., 1895 $1.25
An interesting account of stirring events at the nation's capitol during the period of the civil war.
Bost., Lee & Shepard, 1896 $1.50
From the homes of the men who faced the royal troops at Concord and Lexington; from the lips of the children and grandchildren, themselves-grown gray, has been gathered material for this volume.
Bost., Lee & Shepard, 1897 $1.50
In this volume, the author has endeavored to bring to light some of the obscure movements of the early patriots.
Browne, W. H. Maryland. (American commonwealths.)
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1890 95c
A concise history of Maryland dealing mostly with period before 1781.
1876.
The author, for so many years judge of the supreme court of Michigan, is so well known, that comment on the excellence of this book is unnecessary.
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1892 95c
One of the most absorbing of the histories of the States.
N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1898 $2
This book is an outline of some of the principal events that transpired during the colonial period of our country, and portrays the hardships and sufferings of those who laid the foundation of a new empire.
Il.N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1882 $2
It is an account of the century that has elapsed since the declaration of independence. Mr. Coffin writes interestingly; he uses abundance of incident; his style is pictorial and animated.
Cooke, J. E. Virginia. (American commonwealths.)
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1892 95c
The work before the reader attempts to draw an outline of the people and to present a concise narrative of the events of their history.
Cooley, T. M. Michigan. (American commonwealths.)
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1888 95c
Good general history of remarkable excellence on various phases of government, and social, political and constitutional questions.
1892 $1.25
The purpose has been to present a narrative of the principal incidents in our diplomatic history.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, n. d. $1.50
This history is intended to meet so far as it may, the want for brief compact and handy manuals of the beginnings of our country.
Il.N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1894 $1.50
This volume sets forth the inducing causes of the first great movement, over the Alleghanies by white people.
Il.N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1893 $1.50
This book aims to meet, so far as it may, the want for brief, compact and handy manuals of the beginning's of our country.
Il.N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1801 $1.50
A faithful record of what was done by the forefathers. It embodies the list of lessons for the young.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1896 $1.25
Mrs. Earle tells in an attractively humorous manner the early life and education of the natives of the Dutch colony.
n. d. $1.25
In this work is related one of the most romantic passages in American history and the purpose has been, particularly, to interest young people.
Il.n. d. $1.25
The explorations, battles and trials of the earlier settlers at Jamestown make a romantic passage in history.
Il.N. Y., Appleton, 1888 $1.50
Compact, clear and well verified and illustrated with 75 historical maps and diagrams and more than 350 drawings by the best artists.
1897 $1.50
This book is not the ordinary narrative of events, it is rather a history in which the succession of cause and effect is the main topic; a history of "life."
Fisher, G. P. The colonial era. (American history series.)
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1892 $1.25
This volume carries the narrative from the discovery down to the beginning of the decisive struggle between France and England for dominion in America.
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1894 $1
It is difficult to squeeze the narrative of nearly three centuries within the narrow limits of a school-book without making it dull, says the author. He has, however, entirely overcome that difficulty.
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1894 $1.50
A sketch of the circumstances which attended the settlement of New England.
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Without attempting- the regularity and chronological sequence of history, the author has selected some of the most brilliant and striking points in history.
1890
It is the first formal attempt to analyze and recapitulate the causes which resulted in the institution of our government.
N. Y., Little, Brown & Co., 1890 $1.75
Time and labor have been freely spent in searching for original documents for this work.
Il.N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1894 $1.75
Deals with the doings of a community of earnest men who for eight score years had no considerable interests except those connected with politics and religion.
N. Y., E. B. Treat, 1896 $1.50
Contains chapters on the influence of Columbus' discovery, the life and times of Washington and the Christian church as a moral uplift in the formation and development of the nation.
Hart, A. B. Formation of the Union, 1750-1829. (Epochs of American history.)
Longmans, Green & Co., 1895 $1.25
The development of the American nation out of scattered and inharmonious colonies.
Il.N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1885 $3.50
From the discovery of the country to the close of Jackson's administration.
Bost., D. Lothrop & Co., 1890 $1.25
A graphic account of the making of New England told for young readers by one of the brightest of historical story tellers.
Johnston, A. Connecticut. (American commonwealths.)
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1895 $1.25
Well written history, making- enthusiastic claims in the development of the national idea.
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1888 $1.25
A concise history of Ohio from 1750 to 1866.
Dodd, Mead & Co., n. d. 75c
The book is meant to leave a clear impression rather than a technical knowledge of the operations of this war.
1895 $1.50
Twenty-six stories founded on heroic incidents of American history.
N. Y., Appleton, 1895 $10.00
History written in this picturesque style will tempt the most heedless to read. The author is a student and the history abounds in evidences of research in quarters not before discovered by the historian.
Il.N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1900 $2.50
The material is well handled and is presented to the reader in an attractive style.
N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1895 $3
The work is the result of patient, long continued study of the best historical authorities.
Morris, C. Half hours with American history. Vol. 1. (Colonial era.) Vol.2. (Independent America. )
Il.1893 $3
Made up of carefully chosen selections from numerous histories and possessing a value much beyond that of the production of any single author.
J. G. Nicolay. Great words of great Americans.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, n. d. 75c
Includes the declaration of independence, Washington's inaugural, Lincoln's inaugural, Lincoln's Gettysburg address, etc.
Il.Chic, Star Publishing Co., 1895 $1.75
Shows the heroism and christian patriotism of the man who rendered great and distinguished service to his country, which has never been fully appreciated or recognized.
1896 $2
A concise history of the first twenty-five years of the colony of Massachusetts Bay.
Il.1894 $3
A popularly written history which covers the Harrison administration.
Roberts, E. H. New York. (American commonwealth.) Vols. 1 and 2.
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1893 ea. 95c
Popular history of the state, bringing together a mass of interesting and suggestive facts.
Robinson, R. E. Vermont. (American commonwealths.)
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1892 95c
Gives a discriminating- picture of the people of Vermont, their industries, interests and characteristics.
Royce, J. California. (American commonwealths.)
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1892 95c
The author confines himself almost wholly to the transition period from 1846 to 1856.
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Contains many historical facts which will be appreciated by the reader and especially by the inhabitants of the great Northwest.
N. Y., Macmillan & Co., 1893 $2
A rapid and unbiased narrative of the political events of American history
1897 $1.50
It deals very interestingly with early history and tradition.
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1892 95c
Mainly occupied with the struggle of the war of the Union which is treated with more graphic force than historic spirit.
Thwaites, R. G. The colonies. 1492-1750. (Epochs in American history.)
N. Y., Longmans, Green & Co., 1894 $1.25
Shows the main causes for the foundation of the colonies.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1888 $1.75
It is a brief story and comprehensive survey of the causes which led to the founding: of the city and of the various agencies which contributed to its marvelous growth.
Maps.N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1895 $1.25
This is an admirable book and one for which there was ample room.
973.3. REVOLUTION.
Il.N. Y., Dodd, Mead & Co., 1887 $2
The material is written in a way to claim the attention of young readers.
Il.N. Y., Harper & Bros., n. d. $3
History of battles of the Revolution. Well written and extremely popular.
Bost., Lee & Shepard, 1895 $1.25
The story of the American revolution told by narrators who bore the brunt of that tremendous conflict.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1897 $1.50
The volume is a notable addition to colonial history.
Fiske, J. The American revolution. Vols. 1 and 2.
Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1893 $4
Author's view is broad and comprehensive and gives a new and fresh color to many familiar revolutionary events.
Il.n. d.
Without attempting the regularity and chronological sequence of history, the author has selected some of the most brilliant and striking points in history.
N. Y., Appleton, 1894 $1.15
A narrative of the adventures of the pioneers that first crossed the Alleghanies and settled in what is now Tennessee.
Il.N. Y., Frederick A. Stokes Co., n. d.
Takes the most striking incidents and historical characters of the American revolution, and describes them in an interesting way for young readers.
Lodge, H. C. Story of the revolution. Vols. 1 and 2.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1898 $6
Although the author has added much that is significant and new to the facts known about the American revolution, the great value of his work lies in his exposition of the meaning of the revolution.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1889 $2.50
Complete account of naval events, with careful consideration of relative power and skill of opposing forces.—Nation.
Sloane, W. M. The French war and the revolution. (American history series.)
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1893 $1.25
From the struggle for the supremacy between France and England, through the Indian war to the close of the revolution.
Il.Bost., Estes & Lauriat, 1887 $2.50
The events of the war of 1812 are told in a spirited manner to interest the boys.
Bost., Lee & Shepard, 1888 50c
Stories of the chief men of the Revolution, so connected, by the manner in which they are narrated, as to give a general interest to all.
973.7. CIVIL WAR.
Il.N. Y., Dodd, Mead & Co., 1889 $2
History of the war to the end of the peninsular campaign in 1862. For young readers.
Il.N. Y., Dodd, Mead & Co., 1891 $2
Principal military operations of the civil war from the accession of Grant to the command of the Union armies to the end of the war.
Il.N. Y., Dodd, Mead & Co., 1890 $3
The chief battlefields of the period covered are graphically described.
Il.Dodd, Mead & Co., 1892 $2
Achievements of the navy in our civil war.
Il.D. Lothrop & Co., 1892 $2.25
Personal recollections incidental to the war of the rebellion are given in chronological order.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1883 $1
It has been the aim to avoid exaggeration and adulation, as far as possible, leaving as it were to the reader to put on the gloss.
Il.Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1900 $1.50
This book was written by request of publishers as a history of the origin, career and influence of the United States iron-clad steamer Monitor.
Bost., Lee & Shepard, n. d. $1
These stories are rich in romance, and all recount noble deeds that are well worth imitating.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1890 $3
Having served in the Federal army during the war, in that section written of, and participating in the operations, the author has recorded mostly what he himself witnessed.
Il.N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1890 $3
A concise and authentic narrative of the leading military operations from the opening of the year 1864 to the close of its summer months.
N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1896 $1.75
A book of personal observation with the army and navy, from the first battle of Bull Run to the fall of Richmond.
N. Y., Harper & Bros., n. d. $1.25
A concise and trustworthy account of how our patriots fought to save the country, and thus gave us the blessings of a free government.
Il.N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1891 $2
Treats of the military movements of the closing period of the late war and of the last great tragedy, the assassination of Lincoln.
Il.N. Y., Henry Holt & Co., 1889 $2.50
The writer has endeavored to give an unprejudiced and impartial account of our civil war.
Il.n. d. $1.50
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1891 $1
The subject is too great a one to be fully and particularly treated within the limitations but the author has handled it very judiciously.
Cox, J. D. Atlanta. (Campaigns of the civil war.)
Maps.N. Y., Scribner's Sons, n. d. $1
From Sherman's first advance into Georgia in May, 1864, to the beginning of the march to the sea.
The march to the sea. (Campaigns of the civil war.)
Maps.N. Y., Scribner's Sons, n. d. $1
Clear and concise narrative of Gen. Thomas' defense of Tennessee against Hood, and of Gen. Sherman's famous march and subsequent campaign in the Carolinas.—Nation.
Il.N. Y., C. L. Webster & Co., 1887 $3.50
Bost., Estes & Lauriat, 1894 $3
Story of the Thirteenth Massachusetts volunteers from July 16, 1861, to August 1, 1864.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1894 $1
The author was an actor in the scenes described and knew the principal leaders on both sides.
Drake, S. A. The battle of Gettysburg. (Decisive events in American history.)
Bost., Lee & Shepard, 1892 50c
Although no new incidents of this ghastly battle have been elicited, the ever present facts of those three July days are briefly and graphically described.
Il.1893
The readers will not find a page in the book which is not entertaining; the illustrations add greatly to the interest aroused.
1899
His narrative is no tedious blaze of big writing ; it is calm and glowing, but when a flashing phrase is needed, it is there.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1882 $1
This volume is prepared from authentic material contemporaneous, or nearly so, with the events described.
Greene, F. V. The Mississippi. (Campaigns of the civil war.)
Maps.N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1895 $1
An account of the operations by which the shores of the Mississippi river were restored to the control of the union.
Il.n. d.
A story of captive boys in blue.
1896
Thrilling narratives of personal adventures during the great civil war, told by the medal winners and roll of honor men.
N. Y., F. M. Lupton, 1884 $1
A complete narrative of events, military, naval, political and congressional, that occurred during the war of the Union.
1886
Presents the military and naval operations during the civil war fully, and yet as briefly as possible.
Maps.N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1894 $1
In preparing this volume the author met with great and unexpected difficulties from the incomplete condition of the files of the war department; notwithstanding, the subject is well treated.
Il.Bost., Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1894 $2.50
Told in a rapid, picturesque style which gives the reader a perfect picture of the period.
Il.1893
Author relates many incidents of personal adventure and examples of bravery exhibited on both sides during- the civil war.
1898
Thrilling- narrative of personal adventure, exploits of scouts and spies, forlorn hopes, heroic bravery, patient endurance, bold dashes and heroic incidents on each side of the line.
Il.Bost., Ticknor & Co., 1888 $1.50
Personal experiences of three years active service during the civil war.
Il.1889 $3.25
A woman's narrative of four years' personal experience as a nurse, in relief work in camp and at the front, during- the war of the rebellion.
N. Y., A. S. Barnes & Co., 1877 $3
Both interesting and instructive to those who wish to trace out the causes which have led to the success or failure of campaigns and how battles are lost and won.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1883 $1
The narrative in these pages follows chiefly the official reports, and it is believed will not be found to conflict seriously with them.
One of the most complete and interesting- accounts of the civil war and containing a wealth of information.
N. Y., Dodd, Mead & Co., n. d. $1.50
The author, Colonel Mosby, of guerrilla fame, tells an unadorned tale of his many adventures.
1893
Papers read before the Minnesota commandery of the military order of the Loyal Legion of the United States.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1894 $1
As the private secretary of President Lincoln, Mr. Nicolay had unusual facilities for ascertaining those facts that were hidden for a time from the public.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1893 $1
The writer has made free use of the material furnished by his own recollections, momoranda and correspondence.
Pond, G. E. The Shenandoah valley in 1864. (Campaigns of the civil war.)
Maps.N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1895 $1
Well arranged, written with unusual clearness and in good style; as interesting as a novel.
1891
The author has knowledge of a most interesting character which he presents with great freshness and directness.
N. Y., Century Co., 1897 $3.50
The chief effort of the author has been to enable readers to view the Union commander near by; to make them know him as familiarly as those who served by his side.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1896 $7.50
A record of operations during the civil war in the United States.
N. Y., Putnam's Sons, 1895 $1.50
A concise account of the war in the United States of America, between 1861 and 1865.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1892 $1
Although the book is written from a federal standpoint the author has endeavored to be perfectly fair in the setting forth of the facts.
Il.Bost., Estes & Lauriat, 1888 $2.50
In a succession of graphic chapters are told the prominent events of the late war.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1890 $1
The book deals, not only with the specific subjects mentioned in the title, but also with the general condition of the navy at the outbreak of the war, etc.
Papers read before the Ohio commandery of Loyal Legions of the United States.
Wash., J. H. Stine, 1893 $2
A carefully prepared history conscientiously written by the historian of the First Army Corps.
N. Y., C. L. Webster & Co., 1890 $1
The author was one of the private secretaries of President Lincoln from 1861 to 1864. All the stirring' events of those years are briefly told.
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N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1898 $2
Unusually interesting anecdotes and details are offered in these chapters, and they show the thoughts and feelings of the soldier in active army service.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, n. d. $1
The object of the author was to write a sketch which would serve as a reliable introduction to a larger volume.
1893
A true history of the war by a private soldier
N. Y., Longmans, Green & Co., 1893 $1.25
Showing the success of a great nation in combining efficient government with a high degree of individual freedom.
973.8. SPANISH AMERICAN WAR.
N. Y., Dodd, Mead & Co., 1898 $1.50
A history of the Spanish-American War
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1898 $1.50
Mr. Davis had rare opportunities to observe the relations of the hostile forces, as he was on the firing- line in the important engagements. His account is accurate in detail and reliable in its summing- up of events.
Bost., Lamson, Wolfe & Co., 1898 $1.50
The author, who was a war correspondent, had exceptional opportunities for observation, and this volume is the narrative of four months spent with the Cuban army.
Chic, Nat. Educational Union, 1898 $2.75
A truthful, carefully written account of the sorrowful story of the fairest of islands that shall grow lovelier yet in liberty.
N. Y., Appleton, 1898 $2
Mr. Hemment is probably the first photographer who has obtained at close range a complete series of pictures illustrating a war from its inception to its close.
N. Y., Century Co., 1898 $1.50
A personal narrative of the adventure in the harbor of Santiago De Cuba and of the imprisonment of the crew.
Bost., Dana, Estes & Co., 1898 $1.50
A popularly written history of our late war with Spain, from the blowing up of the Maine to the declaration of peace.
N. Y., Century Co., 1899 $1.50
He gives graphic accounts of the splendid service of the marines at Guantanamo, of the regular army and volunteers at Guasimas, Caney and San Juan and of the brilliant achievements of the navy.
Il.N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1899 $2.50
A complete and comprehensive history of the war by an able historian.
Il.N. Y., G. W. Dillingham Co., 1899 $1.50
The history of the rough riders is really the history of the war, for from its beginning to its end these men were at the fore front of the field.
Il.N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1899 $2.50
The war has called forth no more interesting book than this admirable account of the condition of the island at the end of the war.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1899 $1.50
A clear, intelligent narrative of the Santiago campaign, showing the orders received and how they were executed, the plans formed, the obstacles met, etc.
Il.Bost., Little, Brown & Co., 1899 $2
It is a book which will command attention, not alone from the exciting nature of the story, but by reason of the clear, forcible style.
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1899 $2
The book has the distinction of being an authoritative narrative, personal and intensely vivid, of a unique fighting corps.
n. d. $1.50
From periodicals and official documents of the day, and from the lips or pens of the living comrades in the more recent of these tragedies, have been gathered the facts told in the following pages.
N. Y., F. A. Stokes Co., 1898 $1.50
Mr. Ross has told the heroic exploits of our army and navy during the late war, in simple but picturesque language that will appeal to boys.
N. Y., Century Co., 1899 $1.50
A personal narrative of the sinking of the "Maine."
N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1898 $1.50
The writer proves his statement that there was never a war in which a navy did more marvelous work. The illustrations are a whole history in themselves.
N. Y., Appleton, 1900
A history based upon official reports, Spanish and American and other sources of authentic information.
N. Y., Weston & Wilson, 1899 $2
A popular outline history of the war, the events described by eye witnesses and very abundantly illustrated.
991.4. THE PHILIPPINES.
Akron, Werner Co., 1898 $2
The author has told the true story concerning- the Philippines, and told it with personal knowledge of facts.
Il.N. Y., Macmillan & Co., 1899 $2.50
The author is an English officer and traveller who reached Manila some months after Dewey destroyed the Spanish fleet.
Il.N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1899 $2.50
A graphic account of soldier life on troop-ship between San Francisco and the Philippines and of the taking of Manila.
Lippincott, 1899 $1.50
The book is designed to give in a single volume of moderate size the information which elsewhere would need to be sought in many distinct works.
996.9. HAWAII.
N. Y., Fleming H. Revell Co., 1899 $1
The story of how a race of degraded savages became an intelligent, God-fearing, Christian nation.
Il.Cinn., Editor Publishing Co., 1900
The contents of the work were collected during a residence of several years in the islands.
Il.N. Y., Silver, Burdett & Co., 1899 $1
The future history of Hawaii may become of more value to the world in connection with the accomplished annexation but it assuredly will never be more romantic or interesting than the past.
Il.N. Y., Haper & Bros., 1899 $2.50
The work is not only a mine of information in regard to the life and customs of the Hawaiians, but it is also a valuable guide to Americans who are looking to Hawaii as a place for industrial enterprise.