Jacob Abbott
Cleopatra
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A biography of the famous Cleopatra of Egypt, written in a manner, equally interesting to children and to adults.
Alexander the Great
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Alexander the Great was one of the most successful military commanders in history, and was undefeated in battle. By the time of his death, h…
Hannibal
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There are certain names which are familiar, as names, to all mankind; and every person who seeks for any degree of mental cultivation, feels…
History of Julius Caesar
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The book chronicles the extraordinary life and leadership of Rome’s Emperor Julius Caesar, from his early years to his assassination. (Summa…
Queen Elizabeth
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There are certain names which are familiar, as names, to all mankind; and every person who seeks for any degree of mental cultivation, feels…
Mary Queen of Scots
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There are certain names which are familiar, as names, to all mankind; and every person who seeks for any degree of mental cultivation, feels…
William the Conqueror
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There are certain names which are familiar, as names, to all mankind; and every person who seeks for any degree of mental cultivation, feels…
Peter the Great
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There are very few persons who have not heard of the fame of Peter the Great, the founder, as he is generally regarded by mankind, of Russia…
Richard III (Makers of History series)
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Jacob Abbott chronicles the unspeakably treacherous rise of Richard III to the throne of England in the midst of the war between the Yorks a…
Richard I
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Romulus
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Jacob Abbott wrote many historical books for children. He was careful to ensure historical accuracy, and as he said himself in the preface t…
The History of Genghis Khan
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This book provides the history of one of the most renowned emperors of all time. The Great Khan. This was a man born Temujin to a clan lea…
Margaret of Anjou
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Margaret of Anjou, wife of England’s Henry VI, played a key role in launching the storied War of the Roses – the 30-year civil conflict fuel…
Charles I
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Gentle Measures in the Management and Training of the Young
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Subtitled, "The principles on which a firm parental authority may be established and maintained, without violence or anger, and the rig…
Richard II, Makers of History
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Chronicles the life of Richard II, born in 1367 in Bordeaux, France, who later wore the crown of King of England. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)
King Alfred of England
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The life and accomplishments of England's sole title holder of "The Great." King Alfred defended England from Viking invasions an…
Xerxes, Makers of History
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This history covers the years of Xerxes' years as ruler of the Persian empire and invasion of Greece. - Summary by Deon Gines
Cyrus the Great
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This history is the story of Cyrus, the founder of the Persian Empire, sixth century BC. - Summary by Deon Gines
Nero
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Nero tells the life story of one of the most infamous of Roman Emperors. - Summary by Deon Gines
Pyrrhus
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This history concerns Pyrrhus, king of Epirus, BC 336-321. Pyrrhus was a world renowned soldier, leader, and conqueror of Macedon and Italy,…
Jonas on a Farm in Winter
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This little work, with its companion, Jonas On A Farm In Summer, is intended as the continuation of a series, the first two volumes of which…