The Geography of Strabo is an encyclopedia of geographical knowledge, consisting of 17 'books', written in Greek by Strabo, an educated citizen of the Roman Empire of Greek descent. In his 17 books, divided into three volumes, Strabo deals with ancient physical geography and chorography, by which he means political geography. The two are combined in this work, which makes a "circuit of the earth" detailing the physical and political features. Strabo's Geography contains a considerable amount of historical data, as he worked on his Geography and now missing History (his other work) at the same time.

Joseph François Michaud's 3-volume work, 'The History of Crusades', is a comprehensive and meticulously researched account of the Crusades that occurred in the Middle Ages. Written in a scholarly and detailed style, Michaud offers a thorough examination of the historical events, political motivations, religious fervor, and cultural impact of the Crusades, providing readers with a deep understanding of this critical period in Western history. The book is an essential read for academics, historians, and enthusiasts interested in delving into the intricacies of the Crusades and its lasting legacy on the world. Michaud's fluid and engaging writing style makes the complex narrative accessible to a wide range of readers, while maintaining the scholarly rigor and depth expected in a historical work of this caliber.

The Secret Doctrine is one of the most influential esoteric and occult books of all time. In the first part of the book the author explains the origin and evolution of the universe itself, in terms derived from the Hindu concept of cyclical development. While in the second part she describes the origins of humanity through an account of "Root Races" said to date back millions of years.