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 Mausoleum at Halicarnassus Restored in Conformity With the Recently Discovered Remains
"The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus Restored in Conformity With the Recently Discovered Remains" by James Fergusson is a detailed architectural account wr...
By James Fergusson
The Iliad
Project Gutenberg has several editions of this eBook: #51355 (Translated by George Chapman) #6130 (Translated by Alexander Pope) #16452 (Translated by William Cowper) #22382 (Translated by Theodore Alois Buckley) #6150 (Translated by Edward, Earl of Derby) #3059 (Translated by Andrew Lang, Walter Leaf and Ernest Meyers) #2199 (Translated by Samuel Butler)
By Homer
The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World, Vol 1: Chaldaea The History, Geography, And Antiquities Of Chaldaea, Assyria, Babylon, Media, Persia, Parthia, And Sassanian or New Persian Empire; With Maps and Illustrations.
"The Seven Great Monarchies of the Ancient Eastern World, Vol 1: Chaldaea" by George Rawlinson is a historical account written in the mid-19th century...
By George Rawlinson
The Iliad
Project Gutenberg has several editions of this eBook: #51355 (Translated by George Chapman) #6130 (Translated by Alexander Pope) #16452 (Translated by William Cowper) #22382 (Translated by Theodore Alois Buckley) #6150 (Translated by Edward, Earl of Derby) #3059 (Translated by Andrew Lang, Walter Leaf and Ernest Meyers) #2199 (Translated by Samuel Butler)
By Homer
The women of the Caesars
"The Women of the Caesars" by Guglielmo Ferrero is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book examines the role of women in anci...
By Guglielmo Ferrero
Cato Maior de Senectute with Introduction and Notes
"Cato Maior de Senectute" by Marcus Tullius Cicero is a philosophical treatise written in the mid-1st century BC. This work presents a dialogue center...
By Marcus Tullius Cicero
Akhnaton, King of Egypt
"Akhnaton, King of Egypt" by Dmitry Sergeyevich Merezhkovsky is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers arou...
By Dmitry Sergeyevich Merezhkovsky
The Unwilling Vestal
"The Unwilling Vestal" by Edward Lucas White is a historical novel set in ancient Rome during the era of the Caesars, first published in the early 20t...
By Edward Lucas White
The Iliad
Project Gutenberg has several editions of this eBook: #51355 (Translated by George Chapman) #6130 (Translated by Alexander Pope) #16452 (Translated by William Cowper) #22382 (Translated by Theodore Alois Buckley) #6150 (Translated by Edward, Earl of Derby) #3059 (Translated by Andrew Lang, Walter Leaf and Ernest Meyers) #2199 (Translated by Samuel Butler)
By Homer
Alcibiades I
Socrates
By Plato (spurious and doubtful works)
The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 11: Titus
"The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 11: Titus" by Suetonius is a historical account probably written in the early 2nd century AD. This volume foc...
By Suetonius
The Bride of the Nile — Volume 06
"The Bride of the Nile — Volume 06" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the complex emotions ...
By Georg Ebers
Uarda : a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 10
"Uarda : a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 10" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written during the late 19th century, specifically in the Victor...
By Georg Ebers
Cleopatra: A Study
"Cleopatra: A Study" by Henry Houssaye is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life of Cleopatra, focusing on ...
By Henry Houssaye
The New Hudson Shakespeare: Julius Cæsar
"The New Hudson Shakespeare: Julius Cæsar" by William Shakespeare is a classic play written in the early 17th century. It focuses on the assassination...
By William Shakespeare
Julius Caesar
There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #1522
By William Shakespeare
History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 7 (of 12)
"History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 7 (of 12)" by G. Maspero is a comprehensive historical account likely written in the...
By G. (Gaston) Maspero
History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 8 (of 12)
"History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 8 (of 12)" by G. Maspero is a historical account written in the late 19th century. T...
By G. (Gaston) Maspero
The republic of Cicero Translated from the Latin; and Accompanied With a Critical and Historical Introduction.
"The Republic of Cicero" by Marcus Tullius Cicero is a philosophical treatise that examines the principles of governance, written in the early 1st cen...
By Marcus Tullius Cicero
History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 6 (of 12)
"History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 6" by G. Maspero is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volu...
By G. (Gaston) Maspero