Originally published in 1933, this book contains a selection of various types of historical writing. The text is divided into the following categories: 'History', 'Principalities and Powers', 'Cities of Men', 'War and Peace', 'Admiralty' and 'The Works of Man'. It is notable for containing passages by writers who might not be regarded as conventionally historical. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in history and historiography.