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John Henry Haaren (b. August 13, 1855, New York, New York - d. September 23, 1916, Brooklyn, New York) was an American educator and historian. Famous Men of the Middle Ages provides biographies of the era's most interesting figures, including Attila the Hun, Charlemagne, William... Read Full Overview

The story of the Middle Ages is told through the lives of such men as Attila the Hun, Charlemagne, William the Conqueror, Edward the Black Prince, and Joan of Arc. The Famous Men of the Middle Ages guides readers through the turbulent 'dark age' of history and sheds light on... Read Full Overview

In Famous Men of the Middle Ages the study of history, like the study of a landscape, should begin with the most conspicuous features. Not until these have been fixed in memory will the lesser features fall into their appropriate places and assume their right proportions.The... Read Full Overview

Attractive biographical sketches of thirty-five of the most prominent characters in the history of the Middle Ages, from the barbarian invasions to the invention of the printing press. Each story is told in a clear, simple manner, and is well calculated to awaken and stimulate... Read Full Overview

In the little volume called The Famous Men of Rome you have read about the great empire which the Romans established. Now we come to a time when the power of Rome was broken and tribes of barbarians who lived north of the Danube and the Rhine took possession of lands that had... Read Full Overview

Famous Men of the Middle Ages is a work by John H. Haaren and A. B. Poland now brought to you in this new edition of the timeless classic.

Famous Men of the Middle Ages is a historical book written by John H. Haaren. The book takes the reader on a journey through the Middle Ages, exploring the lives of some of the most famous and influential men of the time. From the rise of the Roman Empire to the fall of Constantinople,... Read Full Overview

This book is a biographical encyclopedia of prominent figures from the European Middle Ages, including kings, queens, warriors, scholars, and saints. It is written for a young adult audience and aims to educate and inspire readers with stories of heroic deeds and noble virtues... Read Full Overview

This book is a biographical encyclopedia of prominent figures from the European Middle Ages, including kings, queens, warriors, scholars, and saints. It is written for a young adult audience and aims to educate and inspire readers with stories of heroic deeds and noble virtues... Read Full Overview

What does it mean to live contentedly before God? In The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment, beloved English Puritan pastor Jeremiah Burroughs presents a biblical framework for answering this enduring question. First published in 1648, Burroughs' practical theology of contentment... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview