19Th Century category: 5646 books

This unusual, richly illustrated guidebook details Florida's historic pioneer and cracker villages, describing the homes, work-ways and folk-ways of the states early settlers, through preserved and tangible objects and structures. Across the state, dedicated local historians and community groups have...

The settling of the West in the 19th century is the essential American story, rich in symbolism and full of inspiration. This narrative of intrepid explorers, hardy pioneers seeking a better life, and daring outlaws who flouted authority, defintes the American spirit even today.

*Includes pictures of Butch Cassidy and other important people and places in his life.*Explains the origins of the name Butch Cassidy *Discusses the legends and mysteries surrounding Butch Cassidy's life and death, and how his legacy grew. *Includes a Bibliography for further reading.*Includes a Table...

This gripping and important book brings alive over two hundred years of humanitarian interventions. Freedom’s Battle illuminates the passionate debates between conscience and imperialism ignited by the first human rights activists in the 19th century, and shows how a newly emergent free press galvanized...

There is a hell of excitement in this part of the country. Jesse JamesSpace may be the final frontier, but no frontier has ever captured the American imagination like the Wild West, which still evokes images of dusty cowboys, outlaws, gunfights, gamblers, and barroom brawls over 100 years after the...

A legendary victory of Afghan forces over the British ArmyThe battle of Maiwand was one of the most serious defeats of the British Army during the Great Game and one of the only times during the 19th century that an Asian force defeated a Western power. The battle commenced on July 27, 1880, as Afghan...

Slavery existed long before the United States of America was founded, but so did opposition to slavery. Both flourished after the founding of the country, and the anti-slavery movement was known as abolition. For many abolitionists, slavery was the preeminent moral issue of the day, and their opposition...

anyone with an interest in american history will want to read this quintissentially american story. it's the story of anthony butler, a larger-than-life 19th century american character… and perhaps president andrew jackson’s biggest mistake. named by jackson as attaché to mexico, butler...

This short piece by noted 19th century historian Eugene Lawrence describes Grant's string of battles that culminated in his victories over Pemberton, Lee and the Confederacy itself.

The world knows the name of William Tecumseh Sherman but few Americans remember his brother John. Both men were powerful players in American history from the mid to late 19th century. Both were supported and protected by their relationship with General Sherman's foster father, Thomas Ewing. As a...

William Makepeace Thackeray (18 July 1811 – 24 December 1863) was an English novelist of the 19th century. He is famous for his satirical works, particularly Vanity Fair, a panoramic portrait of English society.

This excellent report has been professionally converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction. From its very infancy, America struggled to form and execute a comprehensive policy to deal with the Indians. However, as the nation grew, management of Indian affairs was often confused,...

*Includes Abigail's most famous quotes and several letters written to John Adams.*Includes pictures of Abigail and important people and places in her life.*Includes a Bibliography for further reading.*Includes a Table of Contents. Remember the Ladies, and be more generous and favourable to them than...

*Discusses the myths, legends, and controversies surrounding Geronimo's life.*Explains where the name Geronimo originated from.*Analyzes Geronimo's legacy and depictions of him in pop culture.*Includes pictures of Geronimo and important people, places, and events in his life.*Includes a Table of Contents....