History

Sketches From Church History
Sketches From Church History
Sketches From Church History by S.M. Houghton. Traces the story of Christendom from the earliest times to the end of the nineteenth century. A great introduction to church history. Excellent for homeschooling especially when used with Rebecca Frawley's new Student Workbook. (See next item on the page.) Paperback.

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Sketches from Church History: Student Workbook (NEW)
Sketches from Church History: Student Workbook (NEW)
by Rebecca Frawley. Finally a workbook to use with the excellent study, Sketches from Church History by S.M. Houghton. These two books can be used as excellent tools for teaching an overview of the onward march of the church of Christ from its early days to the end of the 19th century. Includes course syllabus, questions and answers, charts, time lines, maps, puzzles, and essay topics. Excellent for homeschooling and Christian schools. Spiral bound. Junior high and above.

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Augustine: The City of God
Augustine: The City of God
A Western classic written by the famous defender of the Christian faith. Conflicts in the world will end with the triumph of the City of God, manifested on earth in Christ's church. Big paperback.

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Eusebius: History of the Church
Eusebius: History of the Church
Eusebius: History of the Church. The only surviving historical record of the Church during its crucial first 300 years. Paperback.

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Josephus: The Jewish War
Josephus: The Jewish War
A Chronicle of the war of the Jews during the Roman Empire between AD 66 and 70. Gives useful information for a better understanding that Christ's Olivet prophecy was largely fulfilled during these brutal years of the Jewish Wars.

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Chronicles of the Crusades: Joinville and Villehardouin
Chronicles of the Crusades: Joinville and Villehardouin
First hand French accounts of the 4th (Conquest of Constantinople) crusade and the 6th and 7th (Life of Saint Louis, i.e. King Louis) crusades. They portray the light and dark sides of the crusades.

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Penguin History of the Church Volume 1: The Early Church
Penguin History of the Church Volume 1: The Early Church
by Henry Chadwick. Examines the beginning of the Christian movement during the first centuries AD, and the explosive force of its expansion throughout the Roman world. Paperback.

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Penguin History of the Church Volume 2: Western Society and the Church in the Middle Ages
Penguin History of the Church Volume 2: Western Society and the Church in the Middle Ages
by R. Shouthern. Professor Southern's book covers the period from the eighth to the sixteenth century.

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Penguin History of the Church Volume 3: The Reformation
Penguin History of the Church Volume 3: The Reformation
by Owen Chadwick. The beginning of the sixteenth century brought growing pressure within the Western Church for Reformation. This book covers the history of the church during the Reformation period.

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Penguin History of the Church Volume 5: The Church in an Age of Revolution
Penguin History of the Church Volume 5: The Church in an Age of Revolution
by Alec Vidler. This edition of the Penguin History of the Church covers the period from the French Revolution to the twentieth-century.

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Penguin History of the Church Volume 6: A History of Christian Missions
Penguin History of the Church Volume 6: A History of Christian Missions
by Stephen Neill. This volume traces the expansion of Christianity from its origins in the Middle East to Rome, the rest of Europe and the Colonies, and assesses its position as a major religious force worldwide.

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Penguin History of the Church Volume 7: The Christian Church in the Cold War
Penguin History of the Church Volume 7: The Christian Church in the Cold War
by Owen Chadwick. This final book in the Penguin History of the Church Series focuses on the period from the end of the Second World War until the rise of Gorbachev and Perestroika.

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Bede's Ecclesiastical History of the English People
Bede's Ecclesiastical History of the English People
Written in AD 731, this history is the first account of Anglo-Saxon England ever written. It covers Caesar's invasion in the first century BC and goes on to tell of the kings and bishops, monks and nuns who helped to develop government and convert the people to Christianity during these crucial formative years. Paperback.

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Christopher Columbus: The Four Voyages
Christopher Columbus: The Four Voyages
Edited and translated by J.M Cohen who "skilfully woven together Columbus's own log-books and letters, the biography by his son Hernando, the official history by Oviedo, and the letters of the fleet physician and a loyal lieutenant. The result is a unique contemporary record of a great adventure as if unfolds." Good, original source material. High School and up. Paperback.

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Five English Reformers
Five English Reformers
J.C. Ryle examines the lives of Hooper, Ridley, Latimer, Bradford, and Taylor. With the skill of an historian, Ryle analyses the reasons for the martyrdom of these five prominent English reformers. He also draws the reader's attention to the salient characteristics of their Christian lives. Paperback.

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Children's Encyclopedia of American History
Children's Encyclopedia of American History
A groundbreaking reference guide to American history for children. Written to appeal to children ages 8 and up, the concise articles clearly explain the events, trends, patterns, people and moments that make up the history of the most influential nation on earth. Large Hardback.

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Where do you think you're going, Christopher Columbus?
Where do you think you're going, Christopher Columbus?
by Jean Fritz. The author captures the essence of Christopher Columbus; vain, proud and stubborn and yet a man of deep religious conviction, brave and optimistic. A good, honest presentation of the man exposing both his faults and his virtues. Paperback. Ages 8-11.

$7.00

Will You Sign Here John Hancock?
Will You Sign Here John Hancock?
by Jean Fritz. A sympathetic and amusing story about John Hancock, the man who signed the Declaration of Independence so big that the King of England did not need his spectacles to read it. Illustrated. Ages 8-11. Paperback.

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Why don't you get a horse, SAM ADAMS?
Why don't you get a horse, SAM ADAMS?
by Jean Fritz. The story of how Samuel Adams got ready to make history by getting a horse. A factual and humorous narrative effectively describing the start of colonial dissent from England focusing on the reluctant rider from Boston. Paperback. Ages 8-11.

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What's the Big Idea, Ben Franklin?
What's the Big Idea, Ben Franklin?
by Jean Fritz. A delightful telling of the inventiveness of Benjamin Franklin. Aside from being a man of ideas, the reader will also discover Ben Franklin the ambassador to England, the printer, an almanac maker, a statesman, and a defender of American liberty. Paperback. Ages 8-11.

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And Then What Happened Paul Revere
And Then What Happened Paul Revere
by Jean Fritz. An entertaining presentation of little-known facts will be enjoyed by primary and middle graders. Illustrations throughout portray the era and show many facets of Colonial life. Paperback. Youth 8-12.

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Where was Patrick Henry on the 29th of May
Where was Patrick Henry on the 29th of May
by Jean Fritz. A good, refreshing look at Patrick Henry showing both positive and negative characteristics of his life. Illustrated throughout. Paperback. Youth 8-12 years.

$7.00

A Basic History of the United States
A Basic History of the United States
An excellent 6 volume set on the history of the U.S. written from a Christian perspective. Focuses on the ideas that shaped America. Excellent for high school level instruction.

$76.00

A Basic History of the United States **TEACHER'S GUIDE**
A Basic History of the United States **TEACHER'S GUIDE**
A teacher's hand book for the excellent 6 volume set on the history of the U.S. written from a Christian perspective.

$10.00

Basic American Government
Basic American Government
by Clarence Carson. Gives an account of the general government as established by the Constitution, of the state governments which preceded or came after it and their constituions. Excellent for a high school level study in American government. Hardback.

$36.00

Timeline of Key Figures and Events of the American Founding (Poster)
Timeline of Key Figures and Events of the American Founding (Poster)
This wall poster (unframed) measures 36 X 24 inches and is designed to provide a chronological representation of the unfolding of the early history of the nation. The poster focuses on the historical events and figures of the founding era. Excellent visual aid in teaching this historical period in your classroom or homeschool. Poster.

$10.00

The American Republic: Primary Sources
The American Republic: Primary Sources
The American Republic provides, in a single volume, critical, original documents revealing the character of American discourse on the nature and importance of local government, the purpose of federal union, and the role of religion and tradition in forming America's drive for liberty. An excellent collection of original source material for the study of American History. Large paperback.

$15.00

George Washington: A Collection
George Washington: A Collection
edited by W.B. Allen. Good one-volume collection of the writings of the first president.

$12.00

Political Sermons of the American Founding Era (2 Vols)
Political Sermons of the American Founding Era (2 Vols)
edited by Ellis Sandoz. A collection of sermons which give insight into the political thinking of many of the Pastors of the founding era.

$22.00

Revolutionary Writings of John Adams
Revolutionary Writings of John Adams
This book presents the principal shorter writings in which John Adams, second President of the United States, addresses the prospect of revolution and the form of government proper to the new United States. Good original source collection of Adams's writings. Paperback.

$12.00

The Revolutionary Writings of
Alexander Hamilton
The Revolutionary Writings of Alexander Hamilton
A collection of Hamilton's own writings made between 1774-1782. Hamilton was a leading champion of Federalism. From the basic core values established in these earlier writings to the more assertive vision of government in his mature work, we see how Hamilton's thought responded to the emerging nation, and how the nation was shaped by his ideas. Paperback. Young adult and up.

$12.00

Observations on "The Two Sons of Oil"
Observations on "The Two Sons of Oil"
by William Findley and published in 1812. The subtitle of this work reads, "Containing a vindication of the American Constitutions, and defending the blessings of religious liberty and toleration, against the illiberal strictures of the Reverend Samuel B. Wylie." This book was written as a refutation to Wylie's book, "The Two Sons of Oil," where the author urged readers to deny the authority of America's state and local governments. In Findley's response, "Oberservations," he defends freedom of religious worship and of a civil government guided by moral principles that allow for such freedom. A great study on the continued debates on the relation between church and state. Paperback. Young adult and up.

$12.00

Democracy in America
Democracy in America
by Alexis de Tocqueville. The only edition that contains all of the author's writings on America. A monumental, 19th century study of America's evolving politics.

$10.00

The Story of the Statue of Liberty
The Story of the Statue of Liberty
Here is a fascinating and comprehensive history of this beloved American landmark, from Bartholdi's first sketch to the final unveiling celebration. Large paperback, Illustrated for Ages 8 and up.

$7.00

The Political Writings of William Penn
The Political Writings of William Penn
William Penn played a crucial role in the articulation of religious liberty as a philosophical and political value during the second half of the 17th century. His thought, some contained in this volume, has continued relevance for scholars and students of English political and religious history. Paperback.

$12.00

Women's Indian Captivity Narratives
Women's Indian Captivity Narratives
Contains ten complete narratives of women settlers taken captive by Indians during a two hundred year span (1682-1892). From Mary Rowlandson's famous account and Hannah Dustan's infamous escape (after she scalped her captors), to Sarah Wakefield's passionate critique of white society and Mary Jemison's gradual - and permanent - embrace of Indian life, a variety of experiences is presented. Paperback.

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Areopagitica and Other Political Writings of John Milton
Areopagitica and Other Political Writings of John Milton
Many know John Milton by his Paradise Lost . But in this collection we see Milton the reformer. He published several revolutionary manifestos, two works defending regicide (the execution of kings) and the famous Areopagitica or defense of freedom of expression and the press. Paperback.

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Union and Liberty: The Political Philosophy of John C. Calhoun
Union and Liberty: The Political Philosophy of John C. Calhoun
John C. Calhoun of South Carolina (1782-1850) was vice-president under John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson. He is perhaps best known for his defense of "Nullification," a state's right to nullify unconstitutional laws. He was a great defender of "State Rights." Calhoun's most important writings are now available as complete, unabridged texts in this single volume. Good original source material. Paperback.

$12.00

Now They Call Me Infidel
Now They Call Me Infidel
Nonie Darwish, a Muslim Shahid's daughter, tells why she renounced Jihad in favor of America, Israel and the war on terror. In this remarkable book the author tells her story of radical Islam from an insider's perspective. Highly recommended reading for all Americans. Paperback. Adult.

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What Americans Need to Know About JIHAD
What Americans Need to Know About JIHAD
by Robert Spencer. This little 19 page booklet explains that the real goal of Islamic Jihad is WORLD DOMINION. Brief, clear and to the point. Must reading for every American who stills loves their freedom.

$2.00