Alfred John Church (1829-1912) was an English classical scholar. He served as headmaster of Henley-on-Thames Royal Grammar School and then of King Edward VI School, Retford. He translated Tacitus and edited Pliny”s Letters. Church also wrote a number of stories in English re-telling of classical tales and legends for young people. He also wrote much Latin and English verse, and in 1908 published his Memories of Men and Books.
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Alfred John Church: Burning of Rome
Whilst the greatest effort has been made to ensure the quality of this text, due to the historical nature of this content, in some rare cases there may be minor issues with legibility. IN this tale I …
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Alfred John Church: The Count of the Saxon Shore
“Count of the Saxon Shore” was a title bestowed by Maximian (colleague of Diocletian in the Empire from 286 to 305 A.D.) on the officer whose task it was to protect the coasts of Britain and Gaul fro …
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Alfred John Church: The Faery Queen and Her Knights
The Faery Queen and Her Knights: Stories Retold from Edmund Spenser written by an English classical scholar Alfred John Church. This book is one of many works by him. It has already Published in 1909 …
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Alfred John Church: A Young Macedonian in the Army of Alexander the Great
This is an extraordinary book that gives us a glimpse of Alexander invasion to Asia. Based on original documentation from Greek historians and on letters interchanged by a Macedonian captain, Charido …
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Alfred John Church: Stories From Livy
Alfred John Church was an English classical scholar. Church wasborn in London and was educated at King’s College London, and Lincoln College, Oxford. He took holy orders and was an assistant-master a …
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Titus Livius: Roman History
Titus Livius, often known as Livy in English, was a Roman historian who wrote a monumental history of Rome, Ab Urbe Condita, from its founding (traditionally dated to 753 BC) through the reign of Aug …
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Titus Livius: Roman History
Titus Livius, often known as Livy in English, was a Roman historian who wrote a monumental history of Rome, Ab Urbe Condita, from its founding (traditionally dated to 753 BC) through the reign of Aug …
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Alfred John Church: Roman Life in the Days of Cicero
Cicero, a Roman philosopher, orator, and politician, exerted an enormous influence on the development of Western culture, not only in his own time, but also in subsequent eras. Indeed, the rediscover …
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Alfred John Church: Roman Life in the Days of Cicero
Cicero, a Roman philosopher, orator, and politician, exerted an enormous influence on the development of Western culture, not only in his own time, but also in subsequent eras. Indeed, the rediscover …
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Alfred John Church: Stories of the Old World
The Roman poet Virgil is regarded as one of the most significant literary figures of the ancient world. His major contribution was the epic poem of battle the Aeneid. In Stories of the Old World, aut …
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Alfred John Church: Stories of the Old World
The Roman poet Virgil is regarded as one of the most significant literary figures of the ancient world. His major contribution was the epic poem of battle the Aeneid. In Stories of the Old World, aut …
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Alfred John Church: Story of the Odyssey
Homer’s epic poem The Odyssey is one of the greatest and most influential literary works ever produced. However, its complex language and dense web of allusions and metaphors can be difficult for som …
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Alfred John Church: Story of the Odyssey
Homer’s epic poem The Odyssey is one of the greatest and most influential literary works ever produced. However, its complex language and dense web of allusions and metaphors can be difficult for som …
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Alfred John Church: Stories from the Greek Tragedians
I have added to the Story of the Seven Chiefs against Thebes the description of the single combat between Eteocles and Polynices, which occurs in the Phoenissae of Euripides. Some changes have been m …
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Homer & Alfred John Church: Story of the Odyssey
Three thousand years ago the world was still young. The western continent was a huge wilderness, and the greater part of Europe was inhabited by savage and wandering tribes. Only a few nations at the …
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The Annals of Imperial Rome (Barnes & Noble Library of Essential Reading)
The Annals of Imperial Rome offers a dramatic vision of imperial Rome during roughly the first half of the first century AD. Starting with the death of Augustus, Tacitus describes how the Julio-Claud …
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Alfred John Church: Early Britain (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)
Part of the distinguished “Story of the Nations Series, ” Early Britain is a vivid account of the very beginning of English history. Opening with the earliest days of the nation, the book examines th …
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The Annals of Imperial Rome (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)
This edition includes a modern introduction and a list of suggested further reading. The Annals of Imperial Rome offers a dramatic vision of imperial Rome during roughly the first half of the first c …
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Alfred John Church: A Young Macedonian in the Army of Alexander the Great
The ‘Boys Foot-race’ at the great games of Olympia, celebrated now for the one hundred and eleventh time since the epoch of Coroebus, has just been run, and the victor is about to receive his crown o …
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Alfred John Church: The Life of King Henry V of England
‘The Life of Henry V ‘ is biography of one of the greatest warrior kings of medieval England. It gives detail account of Henry’s life from his childhood to the outstanding military successes. Content …
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Tacitus: The Histories
The Histories is a Roman historical chronicle by Tacitus and it covers the Year of Four Emperors following the downfall of Nero in 68 AD, a year in the history of the Roman Empire in which four emper …
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Tacitus: The Annals & The Histories
‘The Annals’ is a history of the Roman Empire from the death of Augustus to that of Nero, the years AD 14–68, covering the reigns of Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius and Nero. As a senator, Tacitus had a …
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Tacitus: The Annals
The Annals by Roman historian and senator Tacitus is a history of the Roman Empire from the death of Augustus to that of Nero, the years AD 14–68, covering the reigns of Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius …
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Alfred John Church: Henry the Fifth
Alfred John Church’s ‘Henry the Fifth’ provides a detailed and insightful look into the life and reign of King Henry V of England. Written in a prose style that captures the essence of the time perio …
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Alfred John Church: Stories of the Old World
Alfred John Church’s ‘Stories of the Old World’ is a captivating collection of myths and legends from ancient civilizations such as Greece, Rome, and Egypt. Through his vivid storytelling and careful …
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Alfred John Church & Ruth Putnam: The Count of the Saxon Shore; or The Villa in Vectis
The Count of the Saxon Shore; or The Villa in Vectis, masterfully edited by Alfred John Church and Ruth Putnam, presents a vivid tapestry of historical fiction that spans the tumultuous late Roman Br …
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Tacitus: Histories
Tacitus’s ‘Histories’ is a detailed account of the reigns of the Roman emperors from 69-96 AD, focusing primarily on the tumultuous Year of the Four Emperors in 69 AD and the subsequent Flavian Dynas …
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Livy: Roman History, Books I-III
Livy’s ‘Roman History, Books I-III’ is a foundational work in the field of ancient Roman history, encompassing the legendary beginnings of Rome up to the early Republic. Written in a concise and enga …
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Alfred John Church: A Young Macedonian in the Army of Alexander the Great
Alfred John Church’s ‘A Young Macedonian in the Army of Alexander the Great’ is a riveting historical novel that immerses readers in the tumultuous world of ancient Macedonia and the legendary conque …
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Alfred John Church: Lords of the World
Alfred John Church’s ‘Lords of the World’ is a historical fiction novel set in ancient Rome, delving into the political intrigue and power struggles of the time. The narrative is filled with rich des …
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Alfred John Church: Roman life in the days of Cicero
In ‘Roman life in the days of Cicero’ by Alfred John Church, readers are transported to ancient Rome during the height of Cicero’s political career. The book offers a detailed look at the daily lives …
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Alfred John Church: Stories From Livy
Alfred John Church’s ‘Stories From Livy’ is a captivating collection that adapts episodes from the ancient Roman historian Livy’s monumental work, ‘Ab Urbe Condita.’ Church, known for his engaging re …
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Alfred John Church: Stories from Virgil
Alfred John Church’s ‘Stories from Virgil’ offers a condensed version of the legendary Roman poet’s classic work ‘The Aeneid.’ Church expertly retells the epic tale of Aeneas, a Trojan hero who embar …
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Alfred John Church: With the King at Oxford: A Tale of the Great Rebellion
Alfred John Church’s ‘With the King at Oxford: A Tale of the Great Rebellion’ is a historical fiction novel that delves into the tumultuous period of the English Civil War. Through vivid storytelling …
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Tacitus: THE ANNALS
Tacitus’ ‘The Annals’ is a masterpiece of Roman historical literature, providing a detailed account of the reigns of Roman emperors Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius, and Nero. Written in a concise and po …
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Tacitus: The Histories & The Annals
Tacitus’ ‘The Histories & The Annals’ is a monumental work that delves into the Roman Empire during the 1st century AD. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and sharp political analysis, Taci …
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Alfred John Church: A Young Macedonian in the Army of Alexander the Great
A gold mine for fans of Greek history! This work engages the reader in Greek culture and the history of Alexander the Great and his invasion of Persia, mixing elements of fiction, fact and romance wi …
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Alfred John Church: A Young Macedonian in the Army of Alexander the Great: Historical Novel
Alfred John Church’s ‘A Young Macedonian in the Army of Alexander the Great’ is a gripping historical novel that transports readers to the ancient world of Alexander the Great’s conquests. The book v …
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Alfred John Church: The Life of King Henry V
Alfred John Church’s ‘The Life of King Henry V’ is a detailed and comprehensive look into the reign of the famous English monarch. Written in a captivating narrative style, Church delves into the pol …
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Tacitus: The Origin and Situation of the Germans
Tacitus’ ‘The Origin and Situation of the Germans’ delves into the fascinating cultural and geographical landscape of the ancient Germanic tribes. Written in a concise and scholarly style, the book o …
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Tacitus: The Annals & The Histories
Tacitus’ ‘The Annals & The Histories’ is a significant historical work that provides a detailed account of the Roman Empire during the reigns of Tiberius, Claudius, Nero, and others. Known for his me …
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Tacitus: The Origin and Situation of the Germans
Tacitus’s ‘The Origin and Situation of the Germans’ is a detailed examination of the culture, customs, and geography of the Germanic tribes. Written in a precise and objective style, the book provide …
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Alfred John Church: Henry the Fifth
Alfred John Church’s ‘Henry the Fifth’ is a gripping historical novel that transports readers to the turbulent times of King Henry V’s reign in medieval England. Written in a clear and engaging style …
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Alfred John Church: Lords of the World
Alfred John Church’s ‘Lords of the World’ is a historical novel set in ancient Rome, filled with political intrigue, betrayal, and the struggle for power. The author’s vivid descriptions and attentio …
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Alfred John Church: Roman life in the days of Cicero
Alfred John Church’s ‘Roman Life in the Days of Cicero’ provides an in-depth look into the daily life and social structure of ancient Rome during the time of Cicero. The book paints a vivid picture o …
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Alfred John Church: Stories from Virgil
Alfred John Church’s ‘Stories from Virgil’ delves into the ancient and timeless tales from Virgil’s epic poem, ‘The Aeneid’. Church’s concise retellings of these classic stories captivate readers wit …
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Alfred John Church: Stories From Livy
Alfred John Church’s ‘Stories From Livy’ offers readers a captivating glimpse into ancient Roman history through a collection of stories adapted from Livy’s famous work. Church’s literary style effor …
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Alfred John Church: A Young Macedonian in the Army of Alexander the Great
Alfred John Church’s ‘A Young Macedonian in the Army of Alexander the Great’ is a captivating historical novel that follows the journey of a young protagonist who serves in the renowned army of Alexa …
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Alfred John Church: The Life of King Henry V of England
Alfred John Church’s ‘The Life of King Henry V of England’ provides readers with a detailed account of the life and reign of one of England’s most iconic monarchs. Written in a straightforward and ac …
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Alfred John Church: The Life of King Henry V
Alfred John Church’s ‘The Life of King Henry V’ is a masterful historical account that delves into the life and reign of one of England’s most iconic monarchs. Church’s meticulous research and attent …
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Tacitus: The Histories
Tacitus’ ‘The Histories’ is a masterful work of historical literature that chronicles the tumultuous period following the assassination of Emperor Nero and the rise of the Flavian Dynasty in ancient …
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Tacitus: The Annals
Tacitus’ ‘The Annals’ is a gripping historical account that provides readers with a detailed narrative of the Roman Empire’s early years, particularly focusing on the reigns of emperors Tiberius, Cal …
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Tacitus: The Annals & The Histories
Tacitus’s ‘The Annals & The Histories’ is a monumental work of Roman historiography that provides a detailed account of the early Roman Empire, covering the reigns of Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius, Ne …
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Alfred John Church: The Life of King Henry V of England
Alfred John Church’s ‘The Life of King Henry V of England’ provides readers with a vivid account of the life and reign of one of England’s most renowned monarchs. Written in a straightforward and eng …
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Alfred John Church: The Life of King Henry V
Alfred John Church’s ‘The Life of King Henry V’ is a compelling historical account that provides readers with a detailed and vivid portrayal of the life of one of England’s most famous monarchs. Writ …
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Alfred John Church: The Complete Works, Novels, Plays, Stories, Ideas, and Writings of Alfred John Church
The Complete Works, Novels, Plays, Stories, Ideas, and Writings of Alfred John Church This Complete Collection includes the following titles: ——– 1 – Roman life in the days of Cicero 2 – Lords o …
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Alfred John Church: Stories from the Greek Tragedians
Alfred John Church’s ‘Stories from the Greek Tragedians’ is a captivating collection of ancient Greek myths retold through the lens of tragic literature. Church beautifully captures the essence of Gr …
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Alfred John Church: Stories from the Greek Tragedians
Alfred John Church’s ‘Stories from the Greek Tragedians’ offers a compelling synthesis of ancient drama through a series of vibrant re-tellings. By distilling the narratives from the works of Aeschyl …
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Alexandre Dumas & James Norman Hall: The 50 Greatest Historical Adventure Novels
Embark on an unparalleled journey through the annals of history with ‘The 50 Greatest Historical Adventure Novels, ‘ a meticulously curated anthology that brings together the awe-inspiring narratives …
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Walter Scott & James Fenimore Cooper: Chronicles of Valor: 50 Historical Adventure Novels
Embark on an exhilarating journey through time, where tales of daring and heroism unfold across centuries and continents. Discover camaraderie and intrigue among sword-wielding musketeers, engaging i …
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Erckmann-Chatrian & Henryk Sienkiewicz: Tales of Blood and Honor – 40 Best War Novels
Tales of Blood and Honor – 40 Best War Novels is an extensive anthology that traverses the multifaceted landscape of war in literature. This collection captures the raw brutality and the unyielding b …
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