History Books

In Quest of the Historical Adam: A Biblical and Scientific Exploration

In Quest of the Historical Adam: A Biblical and Scientific Exploration

by William Lane Craig

Was Adam a real historical person? And if so, who was he and when did he live?Was Adam a real historical person? And if so, who was he and when did he...

tags: religion, history, theology, anthropology, science, christian, nonfiction

The Exhortation to the Greeks/The Rich Man's Salvation/To the Newly Baptized

The Exhortation to the Greeks/The Rich Man's Salvation/To the Newly Baptized

by Clement of Alexandria

Clement of Alexandria, famous Father of the Church, is known chiefly from his own works. He was born, perhaps at Athens, about 150 CE, son of non-Christian...

tags: theology, occult, spirituality, faith, philosophy, christianity, classics, religion, nonfiction, mysticism, history

The Life of John Calvin - A Modern Translation of the Classic by Theodore Beza

The Life of John Calvin - A Modern Translation of the Classic by Theodore Beza

by Theodore Beza

The study of the life and thought of John Calvin is not merely the study of a figure who once graced the scene of history, but is also an important means of...

tags: christianity, religion, biography, history, christian

Reformation of the Church

Reformation of the Church

An anthology of documents, drawn largely, but not exclusively, from the 16th and 17th centuries, presenting in a readily accessible form the finest thinking of...

tags: theology, christianity, church, religion, ecclesiology, church history, history

The Blood of the Moon: Understanding the Historic Struggle Between Islam and Western Civilization

The Blood of the Moon: Understanding the Historic Struggle Between Islam and Western Civilization

by George Grant

"Allah has bought from the Umma-the true believers of Islam-their selves and their substance in return for Paradise; they fight in the way of Allah, killing...

tags: cultural, religion, nonfiction, islam, history, christian

Christian Spirituality: An Introduction

Christian Spirituality: An Introduction

by Alister McGrath

This text fills the need for a clear, informative, helpful and well-written introduction to Christian spirituality. Includes a detailed guide to resources in...

tags: theology, spirituality, christianity, religion, nonfiction, history, christian

Iustitia Dei: A History of the Christian Doctrine of Justification

Iustitia Dei: A History of the Christian Doctrine of Justification

by Alister McGrath

The Christian doctrine of justification continues to be of major importance in modern ecumenical discussions. In fact, this book became the leading reference...

tags: theology, christianity, religion, history, christian

The Portable Edmund Burke

The Portable Edmund Burke

by Edmund Burke

The intellectual wellspring of modern political conservatism, Edmund BurkeEdmund Burke is also considered a significant figure in aesthetic theory and cultural...

tags: 18th century, politics, philosophy, classics, nonfiction, literature, history

Speech on Conciliation with America

Speech on Conciliation with America

by Edmund Burke

BCC: With extensive knowledge of political affairs, Edmund Burke possessed a glowing imagination and passionate sympathies expressed in his landmark speeches,...

tags: nonfiction, politics, philosophy, classics, north american hi..., american history, history

Geoffrey Chaucer (Chesterton's Biographies)

Geoffrey Chaucer (Chesterton's Biographies)

by G.K. Chesterton

The medieval poet as seen by a 20th century voice of art.The medieval poet as seen by a 20th century voice of art.

tags: historical, biography, medieval, nonfiction, literature, history, criticism

Writings

by George Washington

For two centuries, George Washington has stood “first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen,” universally acknowledged as the one...

tags: nonfiction, american, writing, american revolution, politics, essays, classics, north american hi..., presidents, biography, american history, literature, history, military history

George Washington's Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior: And Other Writings

George Washington's Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior: And Other Writings

by George Washington

"Labour to keep alive in your breast that little celestial fire called conscience." "Run not in the streets. . .nor with mouth open; go not upon the toes nor...

tags: self help, politics, history, presidents

1517: Martin Luther and the Invention of the Reformation

1517: Martin Luther and the Invention of the Reformation

by Peter Marshall

Martin Luther's posting of the 95 Theses to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg on 31 October 1517 is one of the most famous events of Western history....

tags: theology, religion, nonfiction, history, christian

Speaking My Mind: Selected Speeches

Speaking My Mind: Selected Speeches

by Ronald Reagan

Chosen and annotated by Ronald Reagan himself, this book is a collection of the speeches that express his concerns, political philosophy, triumphs, and...

tags: politics, audiobook, biography, nonfiction, history

Reagan In His Own Voice

Reagan In His Own Voice

by Ronald Reagan

Reagan In His Own VoiceReagan In His Own Voice features Ronald Reagan's radio addresses from the late 1970s. Edited by Kiron K. Skinner, Annelise Anderson, and...

tags: politics, audiobook, biography, nonfiction, history

Past and Present

Past and Present

by Thomas Carlyle

This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books...

tags: nonfiction, history, historical, politics, victorian, classics, british literature, literature, 19th century, european literature, philosophy, essays, writing

Light from Old Times: Or Protestant Facts and Men

Light from Old Times: Or Protestant Facts and Men

In this book Ryle casts light on milestones long forgotten by his generation. When was the Gospel first preached in the English tongue? Who was the first man...

tags: theology, christianity, church, religion, biography, church history, nonfiction, history, christian

Jesus and Christian Origins Outside the New Testament

Jesus and Christian Origins Outside the New Testament

tags: religion, history, christianity, christian

A Reformation Debate: John Calvin & Jacopo Sadoleto

A Reformation Debate: John Calvin & Jacopo Sadoleto

In 1539, Cardinal Jacopo Sadoleto, Bishop of Carpentras, addressed a letter to the magistrates and citizens of Geneva, asking them to return to the Roman...

tags: theology, christianity, church, religion, church history, history, christian

The Thirty-nine Articles: Their Place and Use Today

The Thirty-nine Articles: Their Place and Use Today

Anglicanism, according to J.?I. Packer, possesses "the truest, wisest and potentially richest heritage in all Christen-dom" with the Thirty-nine Articles at...

tags: theology, religion, history

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