Historical & Political Biographies

Este libro es una biografía completa y detallada del general mexicano Antonio López de Santa Anna. Con un estilo ameno y accesible, La Sombra de Meija presenta al lector una imagen completa de la vida y obra de uno de los personajes más influyentes de la historia de México. Una obra esencial para comprender la política y la historia de nuestro país.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

A fascinating collection of firsthand accounts of Abraham Lincoln by those who knew him best. From family members to fellow politicians, these reminiscences offer a unique and personal look at one of America's most iconic presidents. This book is an absolute must-read for anyone interested in Lincoln or American history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This biography provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the life and career of Spencer Perceval, one of the most prominent politicians and statesmen of the early 19th century. The authors draw on a wide range of primary sources, including Perceval's own correspondence and speeches, to paint a vivid picture of the man and his times. The biography is an important contribution to the study of British politics and history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This biography of George Washington offers detailed insights into the life of one of America's most iconic figures. While the author's identity is unknown, the book is still highly regarded for its compelling narrative style and detailed accounts of Washington's military and political accomplishments. Anyone with an interest in American history or the revolutionary era will find much to appreciate in this well-written and engaging volume.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Lord Augustus William Frederick Spencer Loftus was a key player in British diplomacy during the mid-19th century, serving as ambassador to multiple countries including Russia, Prussia, and the United States. In this memoir, he looks back on his career and provides insights into the politics and personalities of the era.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

A fascinating look at the lives and final resting places of America's presidents, from George Washington to Franklin D. Roosevelt. This book provides insight into each president's accomplishments and failures, as well as the circumstances surrounding their deaths and burials. A must-read for history buffs and presidential enthusiasts.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Explore the life of the Marquis of Dufferin and Ava, a prominent British diplomat and governor-general of Canada in the late 19th century. This detailed biography, written by Sir Alfred Comyn Lyall, provides a glimpse into the political and personal life of this influential figure as he navigates the complexities of British imperialism and his own personal struggles.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Louis Gabriel Michaud raconte l'histoire politique et privée de Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand, ses voyages diplomatiques, ses amitiés et ennemis ainsi que son rôle dans les affaires de l'état. Le livre est suivi d'un extrait des mémoires inédits de M. de Semallé ainsi que de plusieurs documents sur la déportation de la famille royale en 1830.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

In this moving and insightful speech, the Reverend Edward Searing reflects on the legacy of Abraham Lincoln in the aftermath of his assassination. Drawing on personal anecdotes and historical analysis, he offers a unique perspective on the character and achievements of one of America's greatest presidents. This book is required reading for all who seek to understand Lincoln's place in American history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Our Early Presidents is a detailed study of the personal lives and families of America's early presidents. The author provides biographical sketches of the presidents, as well as their wives and children, and explores their relationships within the context of their times. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American politics and society.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This book contains the memorial addresses delivered in the House of Representatives and the Senate for the late Joseph A Goulden, a representative from New York. It offers a unique insight into the life of this important figure in American politics.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

A comprehensive biography of James Madison, a Founding Father who played a pivotal role in the drafting of the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights, and served as the fourth President of the United States from 1809 to 1817.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Champ Clark's memoir of his time in American politics, including his service as Speaker of the House of Representatives from 1911-1919. Clark reflects on some of the most significant events of the era, including World War I and the passage of women's suffrage.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

A detailed and engaging biography of one of America's lesser known founding fathers. Pickering's life and career are chronicled in rich detail, shedding light on his contributions to American independence and his role in the early days of the United States government.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Un relato fascinante de la vida de un diplomático español en el siglo XIX. El joven diplomático sigue las aventuras del autor mientras viaja por toda Europa como representante del gobierno español. En sus páginas, se dan cuenta de las intrigas políticas y las complejidades de las relaciones internacionales de la época, todo ello con el telón de fondo de una Europa en constante cambio. Este libro es un recurso imprescindible para todo aquel interesado en la diplomacia y la historia del siglo XIX.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

La vita di Paolo-Mattia Doria, nobile genovese del XVII secolo, viene raccontata in quest'opera insieme al suo trattato sull'educazione del principe. Attraverso le sue esperienze di vita e le sue riflessioni, Doria fornisce preziose lezioni sull'etica e sull'esercizio del potere.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This book is the autobiography of Gurdon Wallace Wattles, a 19th-century American lawyer and politician. It includes details of his early life and family background, as well as his experiences in public service and the legal profession.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This book is a collection of essays by Leonard Courtney, a British politician and writer who lived in the 19th century. Courtney reflects on his experiences attending church and the meaning of religious faith in his life. He also discusses broader societal issues, including politics and culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The vivid and candid autobiography of Louis Hagen, alongside his bestselling Arnhem Lift

Doing my Bit for Ireland is Margaret Skinnider's autobiography, focusing mostly on the time period shortly before and after the 1916 Easter Rising in Ireland.

Filled with all the usual joys and anxieties of childhood, and a self-possessed determination to behave in a practical and helpful way, it is a world in which the people and events figuring in what we call "history" are fairly mysterious to her.

The story of the mavericks who made the SAS

A gripping tale of naval warfare, dynastic rivalry, and technical innovation, by the author of Ghenghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World.

The story is told through the words of the author's dad, John Shirley, a Sub-lieutenant in the Royal Navy on board the Alnwick Castle; and Herbert Lochner, a mechanical engineer on the submarine U425. They fought separate wars, but were brought together in one dramatic and tragic incident that changed their lives forever. Find yourself immersed in life aboard a Royal Navy minesweeper on the River Thames and an Arctic convoy Royal Navy corvette. Experience life as a German submariner, below the waves in a U-boat. Immerse yourself in the emotions of both combatants, their humour and their appreciation of the beauty of the Arctic Ocean. This account is richly illustrated by John Shirley, with original water colours, painted from memory and based on sketches made at the time.

This book is intended to tell the story, both in words and in pictures, by enabling my audience to envision my journey and ancestor's path unfolded through my vey own eyes, supported by genealogy, research, interview, and my dream visions. Take a journey with me and them down the path to spiritual freedom. This was rehearsed and written for seventeen years by the little girl Anajat jaguar who was gifted with keen sight like the beautiful but noble and loyal jaguar, my spirit animal. In addition, my book is intended for the restoration of the soul in all the essence of life. People must continue to believe in a higher calling to obtain inner peace with harmonious love for creation and all inhabitants in our society.

"Anthony Fauci is arguably the most famous--and most revered-- doctor in the world today. His role guiding America sanely and calmly through COVID ... earned him the trust of millions during one of the most terrifying periods in modern American history, but this was only the most recent of the global epidemics in which Dr. Fauci played a major role. His crucial role in researching HIV and bringing AIDS into sympathetic public view and his leadership in navigating the Ebola, SARS, West Nile, and anthrax crises, make him truly an American hero. His memoir reaches back to his boyhood in Brooklyn, New York, and carries through decades of caring for critically ill patients, navigating the whirlpools of Washington politics, and behind-the-scenes advising and negotiating with seven presidents on key issues from global AIDS relief to infectious disease preparedness at home"--

This is a true story of a retired military veteran's journey into the dark pit of depression, anxiety, and panic attacks. It entails how he battled those issues and took control of hi life again. This book also demonstrates how God intervened to deliver him out of that pit over time. That time became a learning process during which he obtained victory from depression as well as his anxiety and panic attacks.The end of his journey has resulted in God's peace within himself, his family, and his life and having a stronger, totally committed life to God. Therefore, this book was written as a means to possibly help others who have experienced these devastating issues to overcome them and also, finally, achieve peace.

"Die Amsel lehrt uns, dass das Wissen nie fliegt, sondern für die Ewigkeit singt."Tauchen Sie ein in längst vergangene Zeiten. Erleben Sie die faszinierende Lebensgeschichte, das Curriculum Vitae von Prof. Dr. phil. Wilhelm Dickhuth, der von 1858 bis 1929 im Emsland lebte. Diese beeindruckende Biografie, von der Herausgeberin als"Ein Lehrer für die Ewigkeit" beschrieben, wird durch zahlreiche original handgezeichneten Illustrationen und Fotos veranschaulicht. Wilhelms Leben spiegelt seine Kindheit, seine starke Verbundenheit zur Heimat, seine familiären Werte, seinen unermüdlichen Wissensdurst und sein Streben nach persönlichem Erfolg wider.Sein Lebensmotto "Nunquam retrorsum" -niemals zurück- verleiht ihm die Entschlossenheit, seinen eingeschlagenen Weg zu verfolgen.Nach dem Besuch der Schulen in Papenburg und Meppen, studiert Wilhelm neuere Sprachen an der Universität Göttingen und der Königlichen Akademie Münster. Im Jahr 1883 promoviert er mit einer Dissertation: "Form und Gebrauch der Präpositionen in den ältesten französischen Sprachdenkmälern". Obwohl er die französische und englische Sprache beherrscht, reicht dies allein nicht aus, um an einer höheren Schule zu unterrichten. Wilhelm reist nach England und in die französische Schweiz, um seine Sprachkenntnisse zu perfektionieren. Im Jahr 1886 wird er als Vertretung an das Gymnasium zu Bückeburg berufen und später an das Gymnasium zu Lingen. Sein Weg führt ihn schließlich an das Realgymnasium in Osnabrück, wo er seine Abhandlung über den Anfangsunterricht im Englischen in Sexta und Quinta veröffentlicht.Der Protagonist dieses Buches ist für die Herausgeberin kein Fremder, Prof. Dr. phil. Wilhelm Dickhuth ist ihr Urgroßvater. Mit persönlichem Engagement strebt die Herausgeberin danach, die Biografie ihres Urgroßvaters zu veröffentlichen, bevor sie unwiederbringlich in Vergessenheit gerät.Was erwartet Sie:- Erleben Sie eine interessante Lebensgeschichte.- Begeben Sie sich auf eine historische Reise durch das 19. Jahrhundert.- Eine Inspiration und Reflexion über Bildung und Lebensmotto.