Publisher's Synopsis
""A Historical Reader: For The Use Of Classes In Academies, High Schools, And Grammar Schools"" is a book written by Henry Elliot Shepherd and published in 1888. The book is designed to be used as a textbook for students in academies, high schools, and grammar schools. It is a collection of historical texts from various periods and cultures, including ancient Greece, Rome, and the Middle Ages. The book is divided into chapters that cover different historical periods and themes, such as the rise of democracy, the Crusades, and the Renaissance. Each chapter includes a selection of primary source documents, such as letters, speeches, and other historical writings, that provide a firsthand account of the events and ideas of the time. The book is intended to help students develop their critical thinking and analytical skills by exposing them to a variety of historical perspectives and sources. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about world history and the role of primary sources in historical research.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
