History - Ancient
Explore the fascinating world of ancient history with a rich collection of texts that bring the past to life. This category offers insights into the cultures and events that shaped civilizations long ago, from early Mesopotamia to the powerful empires of Rome and Greece. Discover how ancient societies lived, governed, and interacted, offering a window into humanity's earliest stories and innovations. Perfect for history enthusiasts, this selection provides a concise yet thorough look at the roots of modern civilization.
The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Complete
"The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Complete" by Suetonius is a historical account likely written in the early second century AD. This work provides a d...
By Suetonius
The Lyrical Dramas of Aeschylus Translated into English Verse
"The Lyrical Dramas of Æschylus Translated into English Verse" by John Stuart Blackie is a collection of dramatic translations of ancient Greek plays,...
By Aeschylus
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 01: The Old Pagan Civilizations
"Beacon Lights of History, Volume 01: The Old Pagan Civilizations" by John Lord is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book exp...
By John Lord
The Olynthiacs and the Phillippics of Demosthenes Literally translated with notes
"The Olynthiacs and the Philippics of Demosthenes" by Demosthenes is a collection of important political orations composed in the late 4th century BC....
By Demosthenes
The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 08: Otho
"The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 08: Otho" by Suetonius is a historical account likely written in the early 2nd century AD. This book focuses ...
By Suetonius
The Sisters — Complete
Translation of Die schwestern.
By Georg Ebers
Uarda : a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 02
"Uarda: A Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 02" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in the an...
By Georg Ebers
The Young Carthaginian: A Story of The Times of Hannibal
"The Young Carthaginian: A Story of The Times of Hannibal" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative center...
By G. A. (George Alfred) Henty
Memoranda on the Maya Calendars Used in the Books of Chilan Balam
"Memoranda on the Maya Calendars Used in the Books of Chilan Balam" by Charles P. Bowditch is a scholarly publication written in the early 20th centur...
By Charles P. (Charles Pickering) Bowditch
Cyrus the Great Makers of History
"Cyrus the Great" by Jacob Abbott is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the life and achievements of Cyrus, th...
By Jacob Abbott
The Religion of Ancient Egypt
"The Religion of Ancient Egypt" by W. M. Flinders Petrie is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This comprehensive work explores v...
By W. M. Flinders (William Matthew Flinders) Petrie
The History of Herodotus — Volume 2
"The History of Herodotus — Volume 2" by Herodotus is a historical account written in the late 5th century BC. The volume continues Herodotus’s explor...
By Herodotus
History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 3 (of 12)
"History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 3 (of 12)" by G. Maspero is a historical account presumably written in the late 19th...
By G. (Gaston) Maspero
The Extant Odes of Pindar Translated with Introduction and Short Notes by Ernest Myers
"The Extant Odes of Pindar" by Pindar, translated into English by Ernest Myers, is a collection of ancient Greek odes, likely composed in the 5th cent...
By Pindar
"De Bello Gallico" and Other Commentaries
"De Bello Gallico" and Other Commentaries by Julius Caesar is a historical account written in the late 1st century BC. The work details Julius Caesar'...
By Julius Caesar
The Public Orations of Demosthenes, volume 2
"The Public Orations of Demosthenes, Volume 2" by Demosthenes is a historical collection of political speeches written during the classical period of ...
By Demosthenes
Four Plays of Aeschylus
"Four Plays of Aeschylus" by Aeschylus is a collection of ancient Greek tragedies translated into English verse, reflecting works that likely date bac...
By Aeschylus
Specimens of Greek Tragedy — Aeschylus and Sophocles
Excerpts from various plays of Aeschylus and Sophocles.
By Aeschylus
Life and literature in the Roman republic
"Life and Literature in the Roman Republic" by Tenney Frank is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. The book explores the intersectio...
By Tenney Frank
Augustus: The Life and Times of the Founder of the Roman Empire
"Augustus: The Life and Times of the Founder of the Roman Empire" by E. S. Shuckburgh is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The b...
By Evelyn S. (Evelyn Shirley) Shuckburgh