Makers of History: Queen Elizabeth
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A soiled, aged and edgeworn edition in Very Good- condition ; Queen Elizabeth's life is a story of both greatness and tragedy. Born in 1533, Elizabeth was the daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. Due to Henry VIII's numerous marriages, Elizabeth was raised in a number of different houses, finally settling in the court of her half-brother, King James I of England. After James I's... Read More
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Makers of History: Genghis Khan
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good. Hardcover. A volume in Very Good condition with much soiling to the boards and tanning to the pages ; Makers of History: Genghis Khan is a book about the life and conquests of Genghis Khan. It is written by Jacob Abbott and is published by Oxford University Press.; Vol. 8; 8vo; 303 pages .
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Rollo in Switzerland
by Abbott, Jacob
Chicago: W. B. Conkey Company. Good+. Hardcover. A Good+ edition that has inking from a previous owner in the front and rear in addition to a name stamp, a separating spine hinge and soiling and edgewear to the covers ; Rollo in Switzerland is about a Swiss Mastiff who is taken from his home and family to be a working dog in England. Rollo makes friends along the way and eventually makes his way back... Read More
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Makers of History: Cyrus the Great
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good. Hardcover. A heavily soiled edition with tanned pages in Very Good condition ; This book tells the story of Cyrus the Great, one of the most influential and powerful rulers of ancient Persia. Cyrus was a visionary ruler who helped expand the Persian empire by conquering new territories. His achievements have been recognized by historians as some of the greatest in the history of the world.; Vol.... Read More
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Makers of History: William the Conqueror
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good. Hardcover. A volume in Very Good condition with much soiling to the boards and tanning to the pages ; William the Conqueror is one of the most famous British monarchs and is remembered for his conquests and for his role in the Norman conquest of England.; Vol. 7; 8vo; 248 pages .
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Makers of History: Alfred the Great
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A Very Good- edition that has tanned pages, soiling to the boards and some chipping to the lower board edges ; A fascinating and well-researched biography of Alfred the Great, king of Wessex from 871-899. Abbott does a great job of contextualizing Alfred within the changing political landscape of the 8th century, and he paints a nuanced portrait of a ruler who was both brilliant and... Read More
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Rollo in Paris
by Abbott, Jacob
Chicago: W. B. Conkey Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A soiled, foxed, and generally ageworn edition in Very Good- condition with a previous owner's name inked on the front free endpaper ; In this delightful novel, Rollo, a wisecracking dog, is sent to Paris to live with his uncle. The city is new to him, and he quickly discovers that there are many new things to explore - including people. As he gets to know his... Read More
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Rollo in Rome
by Abbott, Jacob
Chicago: W. B. Conkey Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A Very Good- edition that has agewear and soiling to the volume, pages and their edges in addition to a previous owner's sticker affixed to the front flyleaf ; Rollo in Rome is the story of a young Viking boy who is taken in by an Italian family and learns about life in the city. He is taught to speak Italian and to love the culture of Rome.... Read More
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Makers of History: Julius Caesar
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A Very Good- edition with tanned pages and soiling and other wear to the boards ; Julius Caesar is one of the most well-known and well-loved historical figures. This book tells the story of Caesar from his early years as a military general to his rise to power as the dictator of Rome. The book is full of interesting details about Caesar's life, and it is... Read More
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Makers of History: Josephine
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A soiled and edgeworn Very Good- edition with tanning to the pages ; Josephine is the story of a woman who defied expectations and changed the course of history. Born into a wealthy and powerful family in the mid-1800s, Josephine was expected to marry well and provide her family with an heir. Instead, she chose to study and become an expert on art and history. She... Read More
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Makers of History: Nero
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A soiled, aged and edgeworn edition in Very Good- condition ; Nero by Abbott is a book that tells the story of the emperor Nero from his childhood to his death. It provides a detailed analysis of Nero's reign, his motives and actions, and their impact on the Roman Empire.; 8vo; 265 pages .
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Makers of History: Xerxes
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. An edition with aging, soiling, tanning to the pages and a sticker on the rear board; The story of Xerxes, ruler of Persia and one of the most powerful men in the ancient world, is a tale of ambition, conquest, and tragedy. This book tells the story of Xerxes' attempt to conquer Greece, and the devastating consequences of his quest.; 8vo; 263 pages .
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Makers of History: Hannibal
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A soiled and edgeworn Very Good- edition with tanning to the pages ; Jacob Abbott's biography of Hannibal, one of the most fascinating and complex figures in history, tells the story of a man who was at once brilliant and deadly, heroic and ruthless. From his earliest years, when he displayed prodigious skills as a soldier and general, to his final days, when he fought against... Read More
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Makers of History: Darius the Great
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A Very Good- edition that is heavily soiled and worn around the edges with agewear to the pages as well; This book tells the story of the great Persian king Darius III and his conquests. It is an excellent resource for students studying world history. Darius is a fascinating figure, and the book does a good job of explaining his motivations and how he managed his... Read More
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Makers of History: Peter the Great
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A Very Good- edition that has soiling and other general wear and tear ; Peter the Great is the most well-known and celebrated Russian emperor. He changed Russia from a backward country into a powerful empire.; 8vo; 327 pages .
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Rollo on the Rhine
by Abbott, Jacob
Chicago: W. B. Conkey Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A heavily aged and soiled volume with an owner's sticker placed on the front flyleaf and a starting spine hinge in Very Good- condition ; Rollo on the Rhine is a children's adventure book about a mischievous dog named Rollo who travels with his human family on a riverboat on the Rhine. Along the way, Rollo causes all sorts of mischief, but he always gets caught and... Read More
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Rollo in Naples
by Abbott, Jacob
Chicago: W. B. Conkey Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A Very Good- edition that has soiling to the boards and page edges, a starting spine hinge, foxing throughout and a sticker with some marking to the front flyleaf ; Rollo in Naples is the story of a dog who is abandoned by his family in Naples, Italy and must find a new home. He travels through the city, meeting new people and experiencing the culture. Along... Read More
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Makers of History: Pyrrhus
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A Very Good- edition that has soiling and other general wear to the boards and tanned pages ; The book Makers of History: Pyrrhus by Abbott tells the story of Pyrrhus, a king in the Hellenistic period who fought against Rome.; 8vo; 264 pages .
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Rollo in Scotland
by Abbott, Jacob
Chicago: W. B. Conkey Company. Very Good-. N.D.. Hardcover. An edition in Very Good- condition with heavy soiling and agewear to the boards and page edges. There is some writing in pencil on the front flyleaf as well ; Rollo is a Scottish Fold cat who is adopted by a family in Scotland. He is a playful and friendly cat who loves to play and cuddle with his new family. Rollo's adventures take him on a... Read More
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Makers of History: Alexander the Great
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A soiled and edgeworn Very Good- edition with tanned pages ; Alexander the Great is one of history's most influential and celebrated figures. This biography tells the story of Alexander's life, from his early years as the son of Philip II of Macedon to his dramatic conquests of Persia and India.; 8vo; 239 pages .
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Makers of History: Mary Queen of Scots
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. An edition that is Very Good- and has soiling and other general wear to the boards and pages ; This book tells the story of Mary Queen of Scots, from her childhood to her time as Queen of Scotland. It describes her relationships with her father, James VI of Scotland, her husband, Francis II of France, and her half brother, Charles I of Scotland. It also ... Read More
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Makers of History: Cleopatra
by Abbott, Jacob
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A Very Good- edition with tanned pages and soiling and other wear to the boards ; Cleopatra is one of history's most fascinating and enigmatic queens. This book tells the riveting story of her life and times, from her childhood in Egypt to her fateful relationship with Julius Caesar. With vividly written prose, Abbott brings to life the epic saga of a woman who defied expectation,... Read More
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Makers of History: Marie Antoinette
by Abbott, John S. C.
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. An edition that is Very Good- and has soiling and other general wear to the boards and pages. There is a portion of the upper spine that is torn away from the binding ; Marie Antoinette is a well-known historical figure who is often overlooked. John S. C. Abbott explores her life in detail and provides a balanced account of what made her such a controversial... Read More
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Makers of History: Hernando Cortez
by Abbott, John S. C.
Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. An edition that is Very Good- and has soiling and other general wear to the boards and pages ; The book tells the story of Hernando Cortez, a Spanish conquistador who led an expedition to Mexico in the 1520s. Cortez was a brave and determined leader, and his conquests led to the Spanish colonization of much of North America.; 8vo; 287 pages .
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The French Revolution of 1789: As Viewed in the Light of Republican Institutions
by Abbott, John S. C.
Boston And New York: The Jefferson Press. Very Good. c1887. Hardcover. Two volume set in Very Good condition with light fading and rubbing to boards. Previous owner's name on front free endpaper ; The French Revolution of 1789: As Viewed in the Light of Republican Institutions is a book that examines the French Revolution through the lens of republican institutions. The author, Abbott, John S. C., argues that the French Revolution was a successful attempt... Read More
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