John Lord
John Lord was an American historian and lecturer.
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 05: The Middle Ages
Discover the lives of game-changing leaders and the spread of new ideas during a time of vast change.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 02: Jewish Heroes and Prophets
Discover the powerful tales of faith, sacrifice, and leadership as told through the lives of prominent Jewish figures who shaped the course of religion and civilization.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 06: Renaissance and Reformation
Discover how poets and thinkers ignited cultural and societal transformations as Europe emerged from the Middle Ages, and how one man's personal turmoil fueled literary masterpieces.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 03: Ancient Achievements
Travel back in time to discover the legal, cultural, and governmental feats of ancient Greece and Rome and how they shaped the world we know today.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 01: The Old Pagan Civilizations
Discover how the religions of ancient empires shaped the foundations of society as we know it.
By John Lord
A Modern History, From the Time of Luther to the Fall of Napoleon For the Use of Schools and Colleges
Witness Europe transform through religious conflicts, artistic revivals, and political upheavals, from the dawn of the Reformation to the fall of an empire.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 3 part 2: Renaissance and Reformation
Witness the collision of culture and intellect as towering figures reshape the world through their art, explorations, and revolutionary ideas.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 3 part 1: The Middle Ages
Witness the rise of influential figures amidst the chaos following an empire's collapse, forever altering the course of civilization.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 04: Imperial Antiquity
Journey back in time to witness the rise and fall of empires through the eyes of the leaders who shaped them.
By John Lord
The Old Roman World : the Grandeur and Failure of Its Civilization.
Witness the ascent and decline of an ancient empire fueled by ambition and military might, revealing the seeds of destruction within its very foundation.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 08: Great Rulers
Discover how iconic figures battled invasions, transformed kingdoms, and left their mark on history.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 12: American Leaders
Witness the rise and fall of influential figures as a frontier lawyer transforms into a controversial president amidst pivotal historical events.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 09: European Statesmen
Witness the gripping sagas of influential European figures navigating a continent teetering on the brink of revolution and war.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 10: European Leaders
** Witness the clash of political powers as Europe teeters on the brink of revolution, where a king fights to maintain order amidst cries for reform and a nation divided.
By John Lord
Ancient States and Empires For Colleges and Schools
Explore the rise and fall of ancient civilizations from the biblical dawn of man through pivotal historical figures.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 14: The New Era A Supplementary Volume, by Recent Writers, as Set Forth in the Preface and Table of Contents
Discover the stories of groundbreaking individuals who shaped art, music, and thought during a period of immense transformation.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 07: Great Women
Discover the captivating stories of extraordinary women who defied societal norms as they navigated love, loss, and triumph to leave an indelible mark on civilization.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 13: Great Writers Dr Lord's Uncompleted Plan, Supplemented with Essays by Emerson, Macaulay, Hedge, and Mercer Adam
Discover the fascinating lives and lasting impact of literature's most influential figures, from rebellious thinkers to revolutionary storytellers.
By John Lord
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 11: American Founders
Discover how a nation's foundational beliefs and the actions of brilliant persons molded a new identity and system of governance.
By John Lord