KIM PHILBY: Our Man in Moscow by Christian Shakespeare (108 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

The world of the secret agents of the Cold War were the unseen vanguard of the fight to both expand and contain the spread of world communism. It was a world filled with dishonesty and when someone works in the world of secret espionage they expect it first-hand. But nobody was more dishonest than one man, the lies and the duplicity committed by an individual with no conscience to the consequences of his actions. Someone who simply holds a higher regard for an idea than for human life holds pure evil rationalised as nobility. Many friends simply refuse to believe it or could not say anything without the risk of losing everything. Treachery was part and parcel in the tense days of the Cold War where nobody can ever be trusted unless they were of the right class, the right accent and of the right connections. But that is no guarantee... In January of 1963, in the age of atomic bombs, the Beatles, and flower power, a man slips out of Beirut and flees to the Soviet Union. For almost 30 years Kim Philby, senior intelligence officer unscrupulously spied for Moscow, wilfully leaking sensitive documents while betraying his friends, colleagues, loved ones and ultimately his country. For over 10 years he was close to the top of the intelligence game, passing intense secrets, protecting his friends and ensuring the Soviet Union received high level information on state secrets. Kim Philby was both a charmer and a calculator, sending many to their deaths through his unique position. This spy, one of the most damaging of the Cold War, ensured the balance remained between east and west yet his masters never really trusted him. Kim Philby, spy, cold killer and a complicated traitor. The scale of the hypocrisy is hard to imagine, scary to appreciate just how one man could operate with a completely split personality to affect the outcome that could potentially have tipped us all into a nuclear World War III. A man just like Kim Philby.

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Heaven Earth and Time by DANIEL PETER BUCKLEY (7 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Take a journey through time to discover the impact of mother nature on the ancient world and how the ancient deities have shaped the world that we live in today. Myths and Legends have added to our understanding of the ancient past with historians and archaeologists past and present shining a light on many lost cultures and people.

Genre: History

Historia de Rusia: Un apasionante recorrido por la historia de Rusia y los Romanov (Explorando el pasado) (Spanish Edition) by Billy Wellman (4 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

2 manuscritos completos en 1 libro: • Historia de Rusia: Un apasionante recorrido por los principales acontecimientos de la historia de Rusia • Los Romanov: Un apasionante repaso a la Casa Romanov La historia de Rusia ha cautivado al público durante generaciones. Desde las hazañas de Iván el Terrible hasta el asesinato de la familia real Románov, hay mucha historia que explorar. En la primera parte de este libro, sabrás: • ¿Quiénes eran los primeros eslavos orientales? • ¿Cómo se fundó la Rus de Kiev? • ¿Cómo accedieron al poder los zares? • ¿Cómo era la vida durante el apogeo del Imperio ruso? • ¿Qué ocurrió cuando Napoleón intentó invadir Rusia? • ¿Qué fue la Gran Purga? • ¿Qué llevó a la disolución de la URSS? • ¿Quién era Boris Yeltsin? De hecho, Rusia, el gran y poderoso Estado nación que conocemos hoy, se creó en gran parte gracias a los esfuerzos de gobernantes Romanov como Pedro el Grande o Catalina la Grande. La familia Romanov tiene garantizado para siempre un lugar en los libros de historia rusa, europea e incluso mundial. En la segunda parte de este libro, conocerá: • Una detallada historia del surgimiento de la dinastía Romanov, que tuvo lugar durante el periodo quizá más turbulento de la existencia de Rusia. • La evolución social y política a lo largo de la dinastía Romanov, desde Mijaíl Romanov hasta Nicolás II. • Una inmersión profunda en los conflictos externos e internos que dieron forma a Rusia bajo los Romanov. • Un apasionante recorrido por la transformación cultural de Rusia, que pasó de ser un país atrasado a una superpotencia mundial empeñada en lograr una clara identidad europea. • El papel de los Romanov en varios acontecimientos mundiales, como la Primera Guerra Mundial y la Revolución rusa de 1917. • El legado de la dinastía Romanov. • ¡Y mucho más! ¡Desplácese hacia arriba y haga clic en el botón «Añadir a la cesta» para ...

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Surrender: How the Clinton Administration Completed the Reagan Revolution by Michael Allen Meeropol (6 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Michael Meeropol argues that the ballooning of the federal budget deficit was not a serious problem in the 1980s, nor were the successful recent efforts to get it under control the basis for the prosperous economy of the mid-1990s. In this controversial book, the author provides a close look at what actually happened to the American economy during the years of the "Reagan Revolution" and reveals that the huge deficits had no negative effect on the economy. It was the other policies of the Reagan years--high interest rates to fight inflation, supply-side tax cuts, reductions in regulation, increased advantages for investors and the wealthy, the unraveling of the safety net for the poor--that were unsuccessful in generating more rapid growth and other economic improvements. Meeropol provides compelling evidence of the failure of the U.S. economy between 1990 and 1994 to generate rising incomes for most of the population or improvements in productivity. This caused, first, the electoral repudiation of President Bush in 1992, followed by a repudiation of President Clinton in the 1994 Congressional elections. The Clinton administration made a half-hearted attempt to reverse the Reagan Revolution in economic policy, but ultimately surrendered to the Republican Congressional majority in 1996 when Clinton promised to balance the budget by 2000 and signed the welfare reform bill. The rapid growth of the economy in 1997 caused surprisingly high government revenues, a dramatic fall in the federal budget deficit, and a brief euphoria evident in an almost uncontrollable stock market boom. Finally, Meeropol argues powerfully that the next recession, certain to come before the end of 1999, will turn the predicted path to budget balance and millennial prosperity into a painful joke on the hubris of public policymakers. Accessibly written as a work of recent history and public policy as much as economics, this book is intended for all Americans interested in issues of economic ...

Genre: History

The Battles are the Best Bits by Simon B Jones (PublishNation) (40 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

'A very good informative read' 'I highly recommend it' Ever wanted to know more about ancient history but didn't know where to start? The Battles are the Best Bits will take you on a journey from the beginnings of civilisation in Mesopotamia and the glory days of Ancient Egypt, through the brutal rise and fall of Assyria and the epic struggle between Greece and Persia, to the spectacular triumphs and calamitous disasters of the Roman Empire and finally to the shock-wave of the Arab conquests. With passion and humour, the author relates how he set out wanting to know more and found himself captivated by the greatest story ever told. 'A really fascinating read with lots of good insights, covering a huge period of history- yet also very skillfully handled.' 'For me the people and places came alive, as the author tells the story with his own warmth and humour, while sharing his knowledge and increasing mine.'

Genre: History

Historia de Estados Unidos: Un apasionante recorrido por los principales acontecimientos que dieron forma a los Estados Unidos de América (Spanish ... by Billy Wellman (8 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

La historia de Estados Unidos es un proceso vivo que evoluciona y crece constantemente, con nuevos capítulos que van tomando forma a medida que hablamos. Hoy, Estados Unidos es venerado en todo el mundo como una superpotencia mundial, un modelo de democracia y el tipo de país que todas las naciones deberían aspirar a emular. ¿Cómo ha llegado hasta ahí? ¿Y cómo adquirió esta reputación? A lo largo de las décadas, millones de personas han abandonado sus países de origen para emigrar a Estados Unidos en busca del sueño americano. Esto es bastante apropiado si se tiene en cuenta cómo surgió el país: trece colonias inadaptadas que se unieron para formar una sola nación. Este libro se sumerge en los momentos más significativos de la historia de Estados Unidos, desde la llegada de los primeros colonos hasta el siglo XXI. Para quienes estén interesados en conocer los Estados Unidos, este es un gran libro introductorio. Despertará el apetito por saber más. Esta detallada guía es una lectura fácil y concisa que proporciona una comprensión exhaustiva de las raíces de Estados Unidos y de cómo llegó a convertirse en la superpotencia que es hoy. En este libro aprenderá lo siguiente: • Los primeros exploradores de América. • Las Trece Colonias y las dificultades a las que se enfrentaron los colonos. • La guerra franco-india, protagonizada por un joven George Washington. • La Revolución estadounidense y sus causas. • La Constitución y la Carta de Derechos, dos brillantes ejemplos de democracia en acción. • La compra de Luisiana y su contribución a la formación de los Estados Unidos modernos. • La fiebre del oro de California y su impacto en la historia de Estados Unidos. • La guerra de Secesión y sus causas. • La Reconstrucción y su influencia en la vida de los afroamericanos. • La Primera Guerra Mundial y los locos años 20. • La Gran Depresión y cómo se produjo. • El bombardeo de Pearl Harbor y la ...

Genre: History

Historia y Mitología Egipcias: Un apasionante recorrido por el pasado de Egipto y los mitos de dioses y diosas (Explorando el pasado) (Spanish ... by Billy Wellman (7 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

2 manuscritos completos en 1 libro: • Historia de Egipto: Un apasionante repaso a la historia de Egipto • Mitología egipcia: Un apasionante repaso a los mitos, dioses y diosas egipcios Egipto es un país vibrante y diverso con algunos de los lugares más impresionantes del mundo. Su historia estuvo dominada por poderosas figuras que cambiaron el curso de la historia mundial. Desde que se descubrió el legado de los antiguos faraones, la imaginación del público se ha visto cautivada por historias de gobernantes ricos y maldiciones mortales. ¿Cuánto hay de cierto? ¿Y cuánto es especulación? En la primera parte de este libro, saber sobre: • El inicio de la civilización egipcia. • Una breve mirada a los antiguos monumentos egipcios. • Historias sobre los faraones y sus hazañas. • Una extraordinaria visión a la magnífica edad de oro de Egipto. • La conquista de Egipto por Alejandro. • La escandalosa vida de los ptolomeos. • Una breve exploración del periodo medieval de Egipto. • Una guía sobre la expansión del islam en Egipto. • La identidad de los mamelucos. • Los logros de Saladino como primer sultán de Egipto. • Un análisis en profundidad de los reinados de Hatshepsut y Cleopatra. • Una explicación exhaustiva de la historia moderna de Egipto. Este parte está repleto de historias sobre la vida de los antiguos egipcios, sus dioses y algunos de los mayores mitos de la antigüedad. Los dioses desempeñaban un papel importante en la vida de la gente; ¡te sorprenderá ver hasta qué punto influían en la vida cotidiana! En la segunda parte de este libro, saber sobre: • El origen y los fundamentos del mundo desde la perspectiva egipcia. • Los mitos egipcios sobre la época en que los dioses gobernaban la Tierra. • Los relatos con múltiples versiones sobre la vida de los dioses y diosas del antiguo Egipto. • Las increíbles leyendas de la mitología egipcia. • La elaborada cultura funeraria ...

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Christian History: An Enthralling Guide to the Story of Christianity, From Its Early Origins Through the Crusades and Knights Templar to Modern Times ... by Billy Wellman (25 Reviews)    Price verified 35 minutes ago

Four manuscripts in one book: • History of Christianity: An Enthralling Overview of the Most Important Events that Shaped the Christian Church • Early Christianity: An Enthralling Overview of Jesus, the Twelve Apostles, the Conversion of Constantine, and Other Events in Christian History • The Crusades: An Enthralling Overview of an Event in Christian History That Took Place in the Middle Ages • The Knights Templar: An Enthralling History of the Rise and Fall of the Most Influential Catholic Military Order From its inception, Christianity was persecuted and hounded. Christians often paid a high price for their faith. They met underground and even in graveyards. They were misunderstood, and their message to outsiders seemed hopelessly strange and muddled. In the first part of this book, you will learn about the following: • The origins of Christianity and why people flocked to the religion • The life and ministry of Jesus • The first Christian disciples • The early Christian Church • The Council of Nicaea and the momentous impact it had on Christian history • The earth-shattering Reformation In Early Christianity, we will look at the time of Jesus from a historical viewpoint and also find out the truth about Christianity and what revolutionary changes occurred in the first few centuries AD. In the second part of this book, you will discover the truth about the following: • Why the first-century Jews were so eagerly waiting for a savior and how they knew when he would arrive; • Jesus' origins and the historical and biblical events surrounding his birth; • The heartbreaking terror that Jesus' parents faced in his early years and the drastic life decision they were guided to make; • Some of the compelling words Jesus spoke and why they drew so many people to him; • The ideas that laid the foundation for Christianity; • How Christianity spread and changed over time. The Crusades were a call to defend Eastern ...

Genre: History

Las Guerras Mundiales: Una guía apasionante de la Primera y Segunda Guerra Mundial (Spanish Edition) by Billy Wellman (44 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

2 manuscritos completos en 1 libro: • Primera Guerra Mundial: Una guía apasionante de principio a fin • Segunda Guerra Mundial: Una guía apasionante de la Segunda Guerra Mundial Es bien sabido que la Primera Guerra Mundial se inició con el asesinato del archiduque austriaco Francisco Fernando. Las superpotencias mundiales se enzarzaron entonces en el conflicto más sangriento de la historia, con millones de bajas en ambos bandos. La Primera Guerra Mundial transformó el panorama sociopolítico de principios del siglo XX y marcó la vida de innumerables personas durante décadas. En la primera parte de este libro, usted: • El largo siglo XIX y cómo afectó al panorama político. • La unificación de Alemania e Italia. • El estado de la política de poder europea. • Los nuevos avances tecnológicos que dieron forma a la guerra. • El problema austrohúngaro y el comienzo de la Primera Guerra Mundial. • Actividades militares en todos los teatros de la guerra. • Las influyentes batallas de Verdún, Somme, Isonzo y Galípoli. • La guerra de trincheras y las nuevas tácticas utilizadas en la guerra. • La entrada de Estados Unidos y la Revolución rusa. • Los momentos finales de la guerra. • La Conferencia de Paz de París y el nuevo orden mundial. La Segunda Guerra Mundial está indisolublemente ligada a Hitler y los nazis; sin embargo, hay mucho más por descubrir. A través de este libro descubrirá los principales acontecimientos que tuvieron lugar en todo el mundo para crear una tormenta perfecta que permitió a Hitler ascender al poder. En la segunda parte de este libro, usted: • Cómo el final de la Primera Guerra Mundial contribuyó a desembocar en la Segunda. • El ascenso de Hitler al poder. • Conflictos y disturbios en África y Asia. • El Holocausto. • Guerra de ideologías. • El asombroso número de bajas. • Las principales batallas de la guerra y su impacto en el esfuerzo bélico. • Y ...

Genre: History

Celtic History and Mythology: An Enthralling Guide to the Celts and their Myths, Gods, and Goddesses (Exploring the Past) by Billy Wellman (61 Reviews)    Price verified 35 minutes ago

Two manuscripts in one book: • Celtic History: An Enthralling Overview of the Celts • Celtic Mythology: An Enthralling Overview of Celtic Myths, Gods and Goddesses Whether you're already familiar with the Celts or whether you've never even heard of them, The first part of this book is for you. If you would like to delve into their lives, culture, and modern Ireland's Celtic heritage, you can find all of that in this comprehensive, captivating guide. In the first part of this book, you will know: • Where the Celts came from and who they were • How they settled in Ireland • Essential Celtic myths, gods, goddesses, legends, and heroes • Their seasonal festivals and celebrations • Key stories influencing the Celts and the modern Irish • Celtic art and its glorious evolution and influence through the ages • Celtic rituals, past and present • How Christianity affected Celtic society • The rise of Christianity in Ireland and the decline of paganism • Why the Celts matter Gods, goddesses, fairies, and supernatural creatures are the lead characters in Celtic stories and tales from long ago. Often used to explain natural phenomena, life and death, and our existence, myths informed ancient people about their lives. Through listening to stories about heroic and fantastical escapades, our ancestors learned about their societal expectations. And the Celts were no different. In the second part of this book, you will discover: • Methods used to explain the world without technology • Differences between myths, folklore, and legends • Thoughts on myths today • Children of Lir and other Irish myths • Festivals celebrating the cycles of nature • The Scottish Queen of Winter and her impact on the formation of Scotland • Mysteries surrounding Loch Ness and Nessie • Mystical and magical water creatures • Haunting myths from Dundee and Clanyard Bay • The major Irish gods and goddesses • Influencers from Britain, ...

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Greek History and Mythology: An Enthralling Overview of Major Events, People, Myths, Gods, and Goddesses (Exploring the Past) by Billy Wellman (49 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Two manuscripts in one book: • History of Greece: An Enthralling Overview of Greek History • Greek Mythology: An Enthralling Overview of Greek Myths, Gods, and Goddesses This concise overview covers Greece's Stone Age and Bronze Age civilizations, its archaic and classical eras, its centuries under Roman rule, and the fascinating Byzantine Empire. It travels through Greece's period under the Turkish Ottoman Empire, then its emancipation and formation of a parliamentary democracy that continued into the 20th century. The first part of the book will answer about Greece's riveting history: • How did a catastrophic volcanic eruption impact Greece's first advanced civilization? • Did the Trojan War really happen? • How did the Greeks defeat the Persians' million-man army? • Which classical Greeks theorized that constantly moving atoms form all matter? • How did Alexander the Great conquer the Persian Empire in less than a decade? • Why was the New Testament first written in Koine Greek? • Why did the Byzantine Empire persist after the Western Roman Empire fell? • What Byzantine emperor's daughter was a medical doctor and history writer? • How did a secret organization help free Greece from the Ottoman Empire? • Which Greek king died of a monkey bite? • How did a student protest help end a military dictatorship? Greek mythology has, without a doubt, some of the most well-known legends in the world. Like most people, the Olympians had their fair share of family drama. This part of the book pays strict attention to the genealogy of the Greek gods and the relationships they had with one another, whether they were good, bad, or incestuous. In the second part of this book, you will discover: • The intriguing relationships between gods, men, demi-gods, and monsters • The connection between divinity and weakness. Not only men make mistakes; even seemingly perfect beings screw up regularly. • The importance of love as a ...

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History of Persia: An Enthralling Guide to the Rise and Fall of the Persian Empire and the Life of Cyrus the Great (Exploring the Past) by Billy Wellman (35 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Two manuscripts in one book: • The Persians: An Enthralling Guide to the History of Persia and the Persian Empire • Cyrus the Great: The Enthralling Life of the Father of the Persian Empire Throughout history, Persia made great contributions to the language and culture of the region. Nomadic movements and changing empires meant it was a hub of continuous cultural exploration and development. The Persians established and spread new ways of government, administration, and currency. The region is also the birthplace of Zoroastrianism and new ways of thinking and art. In the first part of this book, you will discover the following: • How the Assyrian Empire gave rise to the Medians and then the Achaemenid dynasty • The establishment of the Persian Empire by Cyrus the Great and his many expeditions, which helped build the greatest empire of its time • The period of Achaemenid rule over Persia, stretching from Cambyses II to Darius III • The Achaemenid takeover of Lydia, Egypt, the Indus Valley, Babylonia, and Asia Minor • Achaemenid conflicts with Greece, which ultimately led to the empire's downfall at the hands of Alexander the Great • The political, cultural, religious, and social influence of the Achaemenid Empire in and around ancient Persia Cyrus the Great was a remarkable man who became a legend in his own lifetime. The greatest testament to his good character and great achievements came to us via Persia's enemies: the Greeks. It is said he served as an inspiration to Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar. Cyrus gained such hero status that his heritage was still claimed by the last shahs of Iran in the 20th century CE. In the second part of this book, you will discover more about the following: • The life of Cyrus the Great: both as a monarch and as a man. • A dip into the milieu of cultures, influences, and worldviews of Cyrus's time • Cyrus's multi-faceted Achaemenid Empire • Mythology and religions of the era • How ...

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Ancient Mexico: An Enthralling Guide to the Aztec Empire, Maya Civilization, Olmecs, Toltecs, and Teotihuacan (Exploring the Past) by Billy Wellman (41 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Five manuscripts in one book: • The Aztec Empire: An Enthralling Overview of the History of the Aztecs, Starting with the Settlement in the Valley of Mexico • The Maya Civilization: An Enthralling Overview of Maya History, Starting from the Olmecs' Domination of Ancient Mexico to the Arrival of Hernan Cortes and the Spanish Conquest • The Olmec Civilization: An Enthralling Overview of the History of the Olmecs, Starting from Agriculture in Mesoamerica to the Fall of La Venta • The Toltec Civilization: An Enthralling Overview of the History of the Toltecs, Starting from the Classic Maya Period in Mesoamerica to the Rise of the Aztec Empire • Teotihuacan: An Enthralling Overview of the First Large City in Mesoamerica and Its Influence on Mesoamerican Civilizations Such as the Maya Civilization and Aztecs Explore the mesmerizing origins of the Aztecs, discover how a wandering desert tribe came to rule much of present-day Mexico, and investigate the spectacular - albeit somewhat depraved - culture that set their civilization apart. In the first part of this book, you will discover: • What secrets have recent archaeological finds uncovered about the Aztecs and other Mesoamerican cultures? • How did the startling cultures that existed before the Aztecs influence them? What made these pre-existing cultures famous? • How did conquistador Hernán Cortés cunningly form alliances with the Aztecs' enemies? Maya Civilization takes readers on a journey that few have taken, deep into the Mayans' lineage, customs, politics, and daily life. Join us as we delve deep into the Maya story, uncovering stories, facts, and theories about this important - yet perplexing - society. In the second part of this book, you will explore: • The bitter irony of Catholicism's spread in Maya culture • Who was the "mother civilization" of Mesoamerica? • Did they really practice human sacrifice? • How did the large cities influence Mayan society - and who ...

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Ancient History Vol. 2: An Enthralling Guide to the Indus Valley Civilization, China, and Japan (Exploring the Past) by Billy Wellman (26 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Three manuscripts in one book: • Indus Valley Civilization: An Enthralling Overview of the Harappan Civilization, Starting from the Early Harappan through Mohenjo-daro to the Aryan Invasion and Achaemenid Conquest • Ancient China: An Enthralling Overview of Chinese History, Starting from the Settlement at the Yellow River through the Xia, Shang, Zhou, and Qin Dynasties to the Han Dynasty • Ancient Japan: An Enthralling Overview of Ancient Japanese History, Starting from the Jomon Period to the Heian Period The Indus Valley civilization was founded at least over five thousand years ago in the area that is now modern-day Pakistan and northern India. The Harappan people lived there in peace by focusing on agriculture, crafting, and trading. This book will discuss how the Harappan built their cities, lived their daily lives, what they believed happened after they died, and so much more! In the first part of this book, you will discover the following: • The intricate city plans of Mohenjo-daro and other large cities • Ritual bathing at the Great Bath • Where the Harappans came from and where they went • Trade relationships with Mesopotamia, India, and China • Expert bronze statues and artwork • Bead factories and jewelry-making • The mysterious Indus Valley script • Debunking the Aryan invasion theory • Links to modern-day Hinduism • Boats big enough to carry elephants Not everything in China's history is tied to growth, improvement, and development. There were many periods riddled with internal strife, which plagued China and its numerous dynasties. However, the Chinese empires were somewhat shielded from external dangers, partially thanks to the ingeniousness of the Chinese and the famous Great Wall of China and partially thanks to the country's geographic position. In the second part of this book, you will: • The mythical Xia dynasty and its fantastic Yu the Great, credited with taming the Yellow River; • The birth of ...

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History of Sparta: An Enthralling Guide to the Spartans and the Trojan War (Exploring the Past) by Enthralling History (83 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

If you want to discover the enthralling history of Sparta and the Trojan War, then keep reading... Two manuscripts in one book: • Sparta: An Enthralling Overview of the Spartans and Their City-State in Ancient Greece along with the Greco-Persian Wars, Peloponnesian War, and Other Conflicts Involving the Spartan Army • The Trojan War: An Enthralling Overview of a Legendary Conflict of Ancient Greece and Its Role in History and Greek Mythology Almost everyone has heard of the famous three hundred Spartan soldiers who stood against the Persians at Thermopylae. But did you know that Sparta was home to two kings? Or that their women had more freedom than the women of Athens? The beautiful history of classical Sparta has been in the spotlight for some time now. Sometimes, it feels as if the details about this city-state are as vast as the Aegean! In part one of this book, you will discover: ? The origin and foundations of ancient Sparta; ? The role of mythical divinity in the emergence of Sparta; ? Wars and conquests that helped shape Sparta's foreign relations; ? The lives and times of the great kings and heroes of Sparta; ? The unique socio-political structure of classical and post-classical Sparta; ? The famous agoge and Sparta's prestigious military; ? A typical day as a citizen or non-citizen living in ancient Sparta; ? And much, much more! Epic story or historical fact? Historians disagree whether the Trojan War was either - or both! Around 1,200 BCE, war raged between the Ancient Greeks and their rivals in Troy. It's the oldest story in the world, and its account was captured by the Greek poet, Homer. In part two of this book, you'll learn just why this story is still studied in high schools and universities worldwide! Who were these Greeks, and what drove them to fight for so long, so far from home? Who were the Trojans, and how were they able to fend off the mighty Greeks for ten long years? Perhaps even more important, what has caused us to tell ...

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Persia in the Great Game: Sir Percy Sykes – explorer, consul, soldier, spy by Antony Wynn (Lume Books) (69 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Percy Sykes was sent by Army Intelligence in the 1890s, first as an explorer and spy, then to open consulates along Persia's eastern borders. His job was to deter Russian expansion towards India. In his time, Sir Percy Sykes was a legend of empire: unpaid, he rode through thousands of miles of the harshest desert, marsh and mountain, often with his indomitable sister. He did whatever he felt necessary to protect his country's interests: when consul at Meshed during a very turbulent time, he bugged the Russian consulate and, armed only with diplomacy, single-handedly faced down a Russian attempt to annex north-east Persia. But Sykes was not the typical servant of empire. He hunted gazelle with princes, read Persian poetry, sat at the feet of dervish masters and got to the heart of the country. Persia in the Great Game explores Sykes' 25 years in Persia with humour and domestic detail, to give an insight that is instructive today. Praise for Persia in the Great Game: 'A vivid reminder of the extraordinary lives and times of those who once played the Great Game. Percy Sykes was one of the ablest, if most controversial, of these. A valuable addition to Great Game literature' - Peter Hopkirk 'Very entertaining biography of an extraordinary character' - Goodreads Antony Wynn read Persian and Turkish at Balliol College, Oxford, and has spent many years working in and around Persia. As well writing books, he is a reviewer, columnist and lecturer.

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History of Eastern Europe: A Captivating Guide to a Shortened History of Russia, Ukraine, Hungary, Poland, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Slovakia, ... by Captivating History (392 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

How much Eastern European history do you know? The story of Eastern Europe is one of successes and failures, competing interests, and the rise and fall of states and empires. The ancient Greek and Roman empires knew the importance of Eastern Europe for trade and settlement. Later, during the Migration Period, also known as the "Barbarian Invasions," Eastern Europe became the stomping grounds for many people groups. The Visigoths, Huns, Slavs, and central Asian Turkic tribes like the Avars and Khazars all made their way into Eastern Europe. With so many people moving in, the first states started to rise. Some of them would break apart as soon as they started, while others would form full-fledged empires. The medieval period would see some of the greatest empires of European history, like Kievan Rus, the Bulgarian Empire, Serbia, and the German Crusader states. By the early modern period, these great states would be replaced by Russia, the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, and the Ottoman Empire. In the coming centuries, the rise of Russia, Austria, and Prussia would spell doom for the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, and the Ottomans would keep pressing into Eastern Europe. The 19th century would lay the foundations for the outbreak of World War I, which would itself lead to World War II. In the aftermath, Eastern Europe became part of the Eastern Bloc, which was dominated by the USSR until the fall of communism nearly five decades later. This book extends past contemporary histories of Eastern Europe, which usually end at the fall of the Berlin Wall, to cover more recent events, including the conflicts in Bosnia and Kosovo and the 2014 Crimean crisis. In this book, you will learn about: • The Greek and Roman influence in Eastern Europe • The Migration Period, aka the "Barbarian Invasions" • Charlemagne and the Holy Roman Empire • The Mongol invasions • Christian Europe vs. the Ottoman Empire • The fall of Constantinople • The rise of Russia ...

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American History: A Captivating Guide to the History of the United States of America, American Revolution, Civil War, Chicago, Roaring Twenties, ... by Captivating History (458 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

If you want to discover the captivating history of the United States of America, then keep reading... Free History BONUS Inside! Eight captivating manuscripts in one book: • The History of the United States: A Captivating Guide to American History, Including Events Such as the American Revolution, French and Indian War, Boston Tea Party, Pearl Harbor, and the Gulf War • The American Revolution: A Captivating Guide to the American Revolutionary War and the United States of America's Struggle for Independence from Great Britain • The Civil War: A Captivating Guide to the American Civil War and Its Impact on the History of the United States • History of Chicago: A Captivating Guide to the People and Events that Shaped the Windy City's History • The Roaring Twenties: A Captivating Guide to a Period of Dramatic Social and Political Change, a False Sense of Prosperity, and Its Impact on the Great Depression • The Great Depression: A Captivating Guide to the Worldwide Economic Depression that Began in the United States, Including the Wall Street Crash, FDR's New deal, Hitler's Rise and More • Pearl Harbor: A Captivating Guide to the Surprise Military Strike by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service that Caused the United States of America's Formal Entry into World War II • The Gulf War: A Captivating Guide to the United States-Led Persian Gulf War against Iraq for Their Invasion and Annexation of Kuwait Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include: • The People Who Were There First • A Time of Exploration • Colonizing America • The French and Indian War • The Boston Tea Party • The American Revolution • And much, much more! Some of the topics covered in part 2 of this book include: • Colonial America • The Seven Years' War and Its Consequences • Taxation Without Representation • The Road to War • David Versus Goliath • Independence • And much, much more! In part 3 of this book, ...

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French History: A Captivating Guide to the History of France, Charlemagne, and Notre-Dame de Paris (History of European Countries) by Captivating History (74 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

If you want to discover the captivating history of France, then keep reading... Free History BONUS Inside! Three captivating manuscripts in one book: • History of France: A Captivating Guide to French History • Charlemagne: A Captivating Guide to the Greatest Monarch of the Carolingian Empire and How He Ruled over the Franks, Lombards, and Romans • Notre-Dame de Paris: A Captivating Guide to One of the Most Famous Catholic Cathedrals of Medieval Europe France has influenced the course of history in Europe and the world for centuries. Considered one of the world's most beautiful countries and home to some of the world's most visited tourist locations, France has enthralled and fascinated the people who've discovered that, in many ways, the history of France encompasses both the good and bad in the human character. The French have rightly prided themselves on their food, fashion, painting, sculpture, theater, films, and literature, among much else. The names Escoffier, Saint-Laurent, Monet, Rodin, Moliere, Truffaut, and Voltaire are known throughout the world. The famous Eiffel Tower is recognized as the symbol of France to people in the most remote places of the globe, but there is so much more to the history of France than escargot, wine, Impressionism, and movies. In this book, you'll learn the history of France and of the French, one of the most fascinating, frightening, and inspiring histories of them all. Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include: • The simple facts about France -- its population, economy, and geography • The surprisingly advanced world of the Gauls and their famous leader Vercingetorix, who waged a bloody war against the Romans and Julius Caesar • The great emperor Charlemagne, who created the largest and strongest military and the greatest empire after the fall of Rome and who was also the first "Holy Roman • The legendary Joan of Arc, the teenager who victoriously inspired the armies of ...

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Tudor History: A Captivating Guide to the Tudors, the Wars of the Roses, the Six Wives of Henry VIII and the Life of Elizabeth I (Key Periods in ... by Captivating History (467 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

If you want to discover the captivating history of the Tudors, then keep reading... Free History BONUS Inside! Four captivating manuscripts in one book: • The Tudors: A Captivating Guide to the History of England from Henry VII to Elizabeth I • The Wars of the Roses: A Captivating Guide to the English Civil Wars That Brought down the Plantagenet Dynasty and Put the Tudors on the Throne • The Six Wives of Henry VIII: A Captivating Guide to Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard, and Katherine Parr • Elizabeth I: A Captivating Guide to the Queen of England Who Was the Last of the Five Monarchs of the House of Tudor Five Tudor monarchs sat on the throne of England and Ireland from 1485 to 1603. The family earned their royal rights through strategic planning and battlefield prowess, and kept them because of intellect, strength and sheer determination. The Tudors, one of England's most powerful and famous royal dynasties, knitted together a fragmented and small island nation that became one of the world's financial, colonial and technological superpowers. There is so much more to the story of these kings and queens than beheadings, political marriages and the reformation of the church - but those events remain some of the family's most enthralling moments. Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include: • The Tudors of Wales • The Wars of the Roses • Catherine of Valois, Mother of the Tudor Dynasty • Margaret Beaufort, Second Tudor Matriarch • King Henry VII • Arthur Tudor • King Henry VIII • Margaret Tudor, Sister of Henry VIII • Mary Tudor, Queen of France • The Birth of the Church of England • King Henry VIII: Wives Two and Three • King Henry VIII: The Last Three Wives • King Edward VI • The Nine Days' Queen, Jane Grey • Elizabeth Tudor • Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots • And much more! Some of the topics covered in part 2 of this book ...

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Romanian History: A Captivating Guide to the History of Romania and Vlad the Impaler (History of European Countries) by Captivating History (93 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

If you want to discover the captivating history of Romania and Vlad the Impaler, then keep reading... Free History BONUS Inside! Two captivating manuscripts in one book: • History of Romania: A Captivating Guide to Romanian History, Including Events Such as the First Roman-Dacian War, Raids of Vlad III Dracula against the Ottoman Empire, the Great War, and World War 2 • Vlad the Impaler: A Captivating Guide to How Vlad III Dracula Became One of the Most Crucial Rulers of Wallachia and His Impact on the History of Romania Romania was internationally recognized in 1878, but its history is much older. To understand the people who inhabit this country, one must go back thousands of years and meet the first king who united the local tribes, Burebista. He and his successor, Decebal, warred against Roman legions, and although they displayed extraordinary bravery and military prowess, it wasn't enough to preserve their independence. In this book, you will discover how Romania developed from a distant Roman province on the fringes of the Roman Empire to a modern state in eastern Europe, one ready to adopt Western values. Romania lies on Europe's eastern border, and as such, it is often neglected in history. Although it is a culturally very rich country, the world displayed little interest in its promotion. By reading this captivating history of Romania, you will learn about the turbulent past of the region, the many wars it fought, and the people who led them. You will also learn the truth behind the character of Vlad the Impaler and decide for yourself if he was a ruthless, bloodthirsty ruler or a politician, tactician, and national hero. Here are just some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book: • Who the Dacians were and if they really are the ancestors of the Romanian people • How Romania connected the West and East • How the first independent Romanian kingdoms formed and took the role of guarding Europe against Ottoman invasions • ...

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Old West: A Captivating Guide to the Wild West, Billy the Kid, Buffalo Bill, Seth Bullock, Davy Crockett, Annie Oakley, Jesse James, and Geronimo ... by Captivating History (160 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Eight captivating manuscripts in one book: • The Wild West: A Captivating Guide to the American Old West, Including Stories of Famous Outlaws and Lawmen Such as Billy the Kid, Pat Garrett, Wyatt Earp, Wild Bill Hickok, and More • Billy the Kid: A Captivating Guide to a Notorious Gunfighter of the American Old West and His Feud with Pat Garrett • Buffalo Bill: A Captivating Guide to a Cowboy Who Served in the American Civil War and Is Known for the Wild West Shows • Seth Bullock: A Captivating Guide to Deadwood's First Sheriff Who Tamed This Wild West Town and Was Later Appointed US Marshal by Theodore Roosevelt • Davy Crockett: A Captivating Guide to the American Folk Hero Who Fought in the War of 1812 and the Texas Revolution • Annie Oakley: A Captivating Guide to an American Sharpshooter Who Later Became a Wild West Folk Hero • Jesse James: A Captivating Guide to a Wild West Outlaw Who Robbed Trains, Banks, and Stagecoaches across the Midwestern United States • Geronimo: A Captivating Guide to One of the Most Well-Known Native Americans Who Was a Leader of the Apache Tribe and a Prominent Figure of the Wild West Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include: • What the Native Americans of the West were really like before colonization • How the Spanish were some of the first Europeans to explore the West • The seven years during which Texas was its own country • How the mountain men were the first settlers of the Northwest • The man behind the tall tales: who Davy Crockett really was • And much, much more! Some of the topics covered in part 2 of this book include: • The childhood of Billy the Kid in a New York slum • How his teachers liked him as a boy • The tragic death of his mother • His relationship with his deadbeat father • And much, much more! Some of the topics covered in part 3 of this book include: • Reaping the Rewards He Was Given • Buffalo Bill Answers the Call • Just a ...

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German History: A Captivating Guide to the History of Germany and Germania (History of European Countries) by Captivating History (120 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

If you want to discover the captivating history of Germany, then keep reading... Two captivating manuscripts in one book: • History of Germany: A Captivating Guide to German History, Starting from 1871 through the First World War, Weimar Republic, and World War II to the Present • Germania: A Captivating Guide to the History of a Region in Europe Where Germanic Tribes Dominated and How It Transformed into Germany Germany is one of the richest and most influential countries in the world, which is amazing when you consider that the nation is only about the size of the US states of Oregon and Washington combined. It's even more astounding when you consider that at the end of World War II, every major German city (and many minor ones) had been flattened by the Allied bombing campaign. Still more amazing is that the country has gone from international pariah and home of the Holocaust to one of the most well-regarded and humanitarian nations on Earth. Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include: • The intrigue and wars of the famous "Iron Chancellor" Otto von Bismarck and how his political maneuverings united the German states into one • The bizarre upbringing and strident personality of Kaiser Wilhelm II • The rise of Germany to world power between 1871 and 1914 • The reasons for Germany entering World War One • The German experience of World War One and its startling defeat • The Versailles Treaty and why it was hated by most Germans • The horrible hyperinflation of the early 1920s when the German government printed 100-billion mark notes that were worthless • Anti-Semitism in Germany and Europe • The wild culture of Weimar Berlin • The rise of Hitler and why it happened • Hitler's Germany and WWII • The post-war division of Germany • The Berlin Wall • The reunification of Germany in 1989 and more Some of the topics covered in part 2 of this book include: • The Early History of Germania • The ...

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History of Russia: A Captivating Guide to Russian History, Ivan the Terrible, The Russian Revolution and Cambridge Five (History of European ... by Captivating History (109 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

If you want to discover the captivating history of Russia, then keep reading... Free History BONUS Inside! Four captivating manuscripts in one book: • Russian History: A Captivating Guide to the History of Russia, Including Events Such as the Mongol Invasion, the Napoleonic Invasion, Reforms of Peter the Great, the Fall of the Soviet Union, and More • Ivan the Terrible: A Captivating Guide to the First Tsar of Russia and His Impact on Russian History • The Russian Revolution: A Captivating Guide to the February and October Revolutions and the Rise of the Soviet Union Led by Vladimir Lenin and the Bolsheviks • The Cambridge Five: A Captivating Guide to the Russian Spies in Britain Who Passed Information to the Soviet Union During World War II Russia, or the Russian Federation as it is officially known, is the world's largest country and covers almost a sixth of the global landmass. The country is often associated with harsh climates and autocratic government. The shadow of communism and the Cold War continues to influence global attitudes towards Russia. This new captivating history book serves as an overview of Russian history over the span of more than a millennium, from the foundation of the Russian state by the Viking prince Rurik in 862 AD until the collapse of the Soviet Union at the end of 1991. Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include: • The Foundation of Rus • The Christianization of Rus • The Fragmentation and Subjugation of Rus • The Rise of Muscovy • Overthrowing the Tatar yoke • Gathering the Russian Lands • The Birth of a Dynasty • The Road to Reform • Imperial Majesty • Enlightened Despotism • Reform and Reaction • War and Revolution • Terror and Upheaval • The Great Patriotic War • Cold War • Reform and Collapse • And much, much more! Some of the topics covered in part 2 of this book include: • Russia Before the First Tsar • A Lineage of Heroes • ...

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Iranian History: A Captivating Guide to the Persian Empire and History of Iran, Starting from the Achaemenid Empire, through the Parthian, Sasanian ... by Captivating History (69 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

If you want to discover the captivating history of Iran, then keep reading... Free History BONUS Inside! Five captivating manuscripts in one book: • Achaemenid Empire: A Captivating Guide to the First Persian Empire Founded by Cyrus the Great, and How This Empire of Ancient Persia Fought Against the Ancient Greeks in the Greco-Persian Wars • Parthian Empire: A Captivating Guide to the Enemy of the Roman Republic and Roman Empire • Sasanian Empire: A Captivating Guide to the Neo-Persian Empire that Ruled Before the Arab Conquest of Persia and the Rise of Islam • The Safavid Empire: A Captivating Guide to the Persian Empire That Fought Against the Ottomans in the Ottoman-Safavid War • The Afsharid and Qajar Dynasty: A Captivating Guide to Two Iranian Dynasties Who Ruled Persia from 1736 to 1925 In part 1 of this book, you will: • Discover how the Achaemenid Empire got its start, as well as the conditions that allowed their culture to grow and prosper • Learn how Cyrus the Great came to power and the remarkable ways in which he and his successors ruled the empire • Get insights into the Achaemenid style of warfare, including rituals, strategies and tactics they used to conquer their foes as well as how they protected themselves against intruders • Learn about the roles and obligations of the people, who and how they worshipped, including their beliefs • And much, much more! In part 2 of this book, you will: • Learn about the origins of the Parthian empire • Discover the rise of the Parthian empire • Gain startling knowledge about the Roman-Parthian Wars • Be able to visualize the powerful military tactics that the Parthians used - tactics that gradually became the standard method of warfare in the Roman empire as well • And much, much more! Some of the topics covered in part 3 of this book include: • The Rise of the Sasanian Empire • The First Sasanian Decline • The Golden Age and the End of the ...

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Sparta: A Captivating Guide to the Spartans, Greco-Persian Wars, Battle of Thermopylae, and Peloponnesian War (Exploring Ancient History) by Captivating History (100 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

If you want to discover the captivating history of Sparta, then keep reading... Free History BONUS Inside! Four captivating manuscripts in one book: • Spartans: A Captivating Guide to the Fierce Warriors of Ancient Greece, Including Spartan Military Tactics, the Battle of Thermopylae, How Sparta Was Ruled, and More • The Greco-Persian Wars: A Captivating Guide to the Conflicts Between the Achaemenid Empire and the Greek City-States, Including the Battle of Marathon, Thermopylae, Salamis, Plataea, and More • The Battle of Thermopylae: A Captivating Guide to One of the Greatest Battles in Ancient History Between the Spartans and Persians • The Peloponnesian War: A Captivating Guide to the Ancient Greek War Between the Two Leading City-States in Ancient Greece -- Athens and Sparta Sparta is one of the first names that comes to mind when we think about the ancient world. And this is for good reason. After its founding sometime in the 10th century BCE, Sparta soon rose to be one of the most powerful city-states in not only the Greek but the entire ancient world. Perhaps the most significant achievement in all of Spartan history, though, was their defeat of the Athenians in the Peloponnesian War. This conflict, which lasted roughly 30 years, put the two greatest Greek city-states of the time, Athens and Sparta, up against one another, and the result, a Spartan victory, helped to reshape the entire ancient world. It ushered in a period of Spartan hegemony which was radically different than when the Athenians sat atop the Greek world. Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include: • Who Were the Spartans • The Growth of Spartan Power: The Messenian Wars • A Growing Rivalry with Athens: The Greco-Persian Wars • Victory over Athens: The Birth of the Spartan Empire • Spartan Hegemony, the Corinthian War, and Sparta's Decline • Spartan Government, Military, and Society • And much, much more! Some of the topics covered ...

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Founding Fathers: A Captivating Guide to Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, John Jay, James Madison, Alexander ... by Captivating History (262 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Explore the Captivating Lives of the Founding Fathers Free History BONUS Inside! Eight captivating manuscripts in one book: • Benjamin Franklin: A Captivating Guide to an American Polymath and a Founding Father of the United States of America • George Washington: A Captivating Guide to an American Founding Father Who Served as the First President of the United States of America • John Adams: A Captivating Guide to an American Founding Father Who Served as the Second President of the United States of America • Thomas Jefferson: A Captivating Guide to an American Founding Father Who Was the Principal Author of the Declaration of Independence and the Third President of the United States • John Jay: A Captivating Guide to an American Statesman, Patriot, Diplomat, Governor of New York, the First Chief Justice, and One of the Founding Fathers of the United States of America • James Madison: A Captivating Guide to an American Founding Father Who Served as the Fourth President of the United States of America • Alexander Hamilton: A Captivating Guide to an American Founding Father Who Wrote the Majority of The Federalist Papers • James Monroe: A Captivating Guide to the Founding Father Who Served as the Fifth President of the United States Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include: • Young, Earnest, and Foolhardy • Naiveté Collides with Reality • "B. Franklin, Printer" • Philosopher, Inventor, and Public Servant • Benjamin Franklin: England 1757-1762 • Benjamin Franklin in London: 1764-1769 • And much, much more! Some of the topics covered in part 2 of this book include: • She Was Horrified! • From Tranquility to Turmoil • Two If by Sea! • One Shot Starts the Revolution • Canada to New Jersey • A Year of Hardship • Victory • >And much more! In part 3 of this book, you will: • John Adams: Political Activist • From Counsel to Patriot • The Second Continental ...

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History of Europe for Kids: A Captivating Guide to European History, the Medieval Period, and Renaissance (Making the Past Come Alive) by Captivating History (24 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Four manuscripts in one book: • European History for Kids Vol. 1: A Captivating Guide to the Early History of Europe from Prehistoric Times, through Ancient Europe and the Middle Ages, to the Renaissance and the Age of Discovery • European History for Kids Vol. 2: A Captivating Guide to the History of Europe from the Age of Enlightenment through the Industrial Revolution to the 21st Century • Medieval Europe for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the Middle Ages in European History • The Renaissance for Kids: A Captivating Guide to a Period in the History of Europe Following the Middle Ages Discover what life was like for the first-ever Europeans during the Stone Age. Then, fast forward to the Bronze and Iron Ages when the first advanced civilizations emerged in Europe. You'll discover more about the ancient civilizations of Greece, Rome, and the Northern European barbarians. In the first part of this book, you will discover: • Woolly mammoths were used for the craziest things! • Brrr! Ice Ages last how long? • How man's best friends are related to wolves! • The Americas were discovered by mistake! • Which European country had the biggest empire in history? Discover the most important historical events in modern European history, such as the Industrial and French Revolutions, the First and Second World Wars, the Holocaust, the Great Depression, the women's suffrage movement, the Cold War, and so much more. In the second part of this book, you will learn: • What inspired the US Declaration of Independence? • Who believed telling the truth was the most important thing, even if it hurts people? • Did you know that children as young as four years old once had full-time jobs? • Why were British children sent to live with strangers during World War II? • How did the Cold War end? Have you ever wondered what life would be like if you were born into another time period? What about the Middle Ages? Would you have been lucky and lived ...

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Canadian History: A Captivating Guide to the History of Canada, French and Indian War, Klondike Gold Rush, and Quebec by Captivating History (37 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Four manuscripts in one book: • History of Canada: A Captivating Guide to Canadian History • The French and Indian War: A Captivating Guide to the North American Conflict between Great Britain and France along with Its Impact on the History of Canada, the US, and the Seven Years' War • The Klondike Gold Rush: A Captivating Guide to the Major Migration of Gold Miners to Yukon and Its Impact on the History of Canada and the United States of America • History of Quebec: A Captivating Guide to the Largest Province in Canada and Its Impact on French History You might think you know a lot about Canada -- especially if you happen to live in North America. But in truth, it's surprising how little most of us know about Canadian history. Even though Canada is just across the border from the United States, Canada tends to get unfairly overshadowed. Nevertheless, Canada's history is a vibrant one. In the first part of this book, you will discover: • The origins of the First Nations, the artifacts they left behind, and how they are faring today • The early French and English settlements and how they interacted with the First Nations • Canada's participation in the world wars and the bravery of its soldiers on the battlefield Most people have heard about the French and Indian War, but you will find that most history classes have "forgotten" to explore some of the most interesting and important facets of this conflict. The French and Indian War was not only about armed battles. It was also an extraordinary story of two empires with long-standing grudges that spilled over into the New World. This clash of titan-like powers shaped the fates of millions of people, numerous tribes, and multiple nations. In the second part of this book, you will discover: • Which well-known political leader in history inadvertently began the war in North America • Which empires battled for control of North America and how beaver pelts caused tensions to boil over • ...

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The New World: A Captivating Guide to the Americas, Age of Discovery, Christopher Columbus, and Transatlantic Slave Trade (Exploring U.S. History) by Captivating History (48 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

If you want to discover the captivating history of the New World, then keep reading... Free History BONUS Inside! Four captivating manuscripts in one book: • The Americas: A Captivating Guide to the History of the Continents of North and South America, Starting from the Olmecs through the Maya and Aztecs to European Colonization and Independence Movements • Age of Discovery: A Captivating Guide to an Era of Exploration in European History, Including Discoveries Such as Christopher Columbus' Voyages to the Americas and Vasco da Gama's Sea Route to India • Christopher Columbus: A Captivating Guide to the Life of an Italian Explorer and His Voyages to the Americas • The Transatlantic Slave Trade: A Captivating Guide to the Atlantic Slave Trade and Stories of the Slaves That Were Brought to the Americas Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include: • The Olmecs: The Rubber People (1500-400 BCE) • The Maya: The K'iche' People (3000 BCE-1511 CE) • The Aztecs (1250-1521 CE) • The Andean Civilizations and the Incas • South America: Peru, Chile, Brazil, and Venezuela from Pre-Columbian Times through Colonization • South America: Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay from Pre-Columbian Times through Colonization • South American Wars of Independence • The Natives in North America (13,000 BCE-1492 CE) • Iceland and Greenland • The European Colonization of North America, 1492-1733 • North American Conflicts, Including America's War for Independence, 1754-1783 • North America: Mexico and Canada, 1821-1982 • Cuba and the West Indies • And much, much more! Some of the topics covered in part 2 of this book include: • Prince Henry the Navigator • Bartolomeu Dias • Vasco da Gama • Albuquerque • Christopher Columbus • The Latter Voyages of Christopher Columbus • Amerigo Vespucci • Ponce de León • Diogo Lopes de Sequeira • Hernán Cortés • Ferdinand Magellan • John Cabot • ...

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Latin American History: A Captivating Guide to the History of South America, the Mexican-American War, Paraguayan War, Brazil, Argentina, and Peru ... by Captivating History (20 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Six manuscripts in one book: • History of Latin America: A Captivating Guide to the History of South America, Mexico, Central America, and the Islands of the Caribbean • The Mexican-American War: A Captivating Guide to the Armed Conflict between the United States of America and Mexico along with the Impact of the Texas Revolution • The Paraguayan War: A Captivating Guide to a South American War Called the War of the Triple Alliance between Paraguay and the Allied Countries of Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay • History of Brazil: A Captivating Guide to Brazilian History, Starting from the Ancient Marajoara Civilization through Colonization by the Portuguese Empire to the Present • History of Argentina: A Captivating Guide to Argentine History, Starting from the Pre-Columbian Period Through the Inca Empire and Spanish Colonization to the Present • History of Peru: A Captivating Guide to Peruvian History, Starting from the Chavín Civilization and Other Ancient Andean Civilizations through the Inca Empire to the Present The first part goes on to chronicle the complex development of the truly unique Latin American civilizations that followed. Discover what happened in Mexico, Argentina, Peru, Cuba, and all the points in between. This book follows the triumphs and tragedies that made Latin America what it is today. The Mexican-American War was a short war between the United States and Mexico in the 19th century that played a crucial role in shaping the landscape of the continent and had a long-lasting effect on both countries. However, why is the war often overlooked by people? The Paraguayan War of 1864-1870 was the bloodiest war between nations in South American history. Discover how tiny Paraguay had a tyrant with a giant ego and the largest army on the continent and how and why he invaded Brazil and Argentina. Learn about the biggest naval battle in South America's history and about the Paraguayan fortress called South America's Gibraltar. Brazil ...

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History of Colonial America: A Captivating Guide to the Colonial History of the United States, Puritans, Anne Hutchinson, the Pilgrims, Mayflower, ... by Captivating History (96 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Seven captivating manuscripts in one book: • Colonial America: A Captivating Guide to the Colonial History of the United States and How Immigrants of Countries Such as England, Spain, France, and the Netherlands Established Colonies • The Puritans: A Captivating Guide to the English Protestants Who Grew Discontent in the Church of England and established the Massachusetts Bay Colony on the East Coast of America • Anne Hutchinson: A Captivating Guide to the Puritan Leader in Colonial Massachusetts Who Is Considered to Be One of the Earliest American Feminists • The Pilgrims: A Captivating Guide to the Passengers on Board the Mayflower Who Founded the Plymouth Colony and Their Relationship with the Native Americans along with Their Legacy in New England • The Mayflower: A Captivating Guide to a Cultural Icon in the History of the United States of America and the Pilgrims' Journey from England to the Establishment of Plymouth Colony • The Pequot War: A Captivating Guide to the Armed Conflict in New England between the Pequot People and English Settlers and Its Role in the History of the United States of America • The Quakers: A Captivating Guide to a Historically Christian Group and How William Penn Founded the Colony of Pennsylvania in British North America Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book: • The early days of the Age of Discovery and the European navigators who opened the world to colonization • The rivalries that took place among England, France, and Spain • The role of religion and how it played a factor in colonization • The establishment of the Thirteen Colonies • And so much more! Some of the topics covered in part 2 of this book: • The origins of the Puritans • The Mayflower • Early settlements of Puritans in America • Early Puritan leaders • The English Civil War • The Salem witch trials • And so much more! Some of the topics covered in part 3 of this book: • Ramifications of the ...

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Austrian History: A Captivating Guide to the History of Austria and the Habsburg Empire (History of European Countries) by Captivating History (54 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Two manuscripts in one book: • History of Austria: A Captivating Guide to Austrian History • The Habsburg Empire: A Captivating Guide to the House of Austria and the Impact the Habsburgs Had on the Holy Roman Empire When Austrian President Franz Jonas visited the Vatican in 1971, Pope Paul VI named Austria "the Island of the Blessed." He did so to emphasize Austria's steep recovery. Only twenty-five years had passed since the end of the Second World War, and Austria was already one of the most prosperous European countries. One might argue that Austria was always a rich country, and during the times of its Habsburg rulers, it certainly was. But after the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Austria was lost between two worlds -- its German heritage and its multi-ethnic nation. As such, it was easy for Nazi Germany to hijack Austria, integrate it in its anti-Semitic scheme, and make it defy the whole Western world. Austria was deeply involved in the atrocities of World War II, but somehow, it managed to rise above it quicker than anyone would expect. Since its beginning as the Eastern March, through the rise of its ruling Habsburg dynasty, and through many ideological and ethnic wars, Austria managed to maintain its unique personality, although it never really had a strictly defined identity. It is no wonder many scholars like to describe the history of Austria as one without a nation. In modern society, it is not always clear how a country could exist without a nation, so if you are curious to understand how this is possible, continue reading to understand the complex series of events that led to the foundation of modern-day Austria and the modern Austrian identity. Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include: • When Austria was first mentioned by its name Österreich • The Roman Lime and how it related to Austria • The Babenbergs, the earliest rulers of Austria • How the Habsburgs took over the rule • What A.E.I.O.U. ...

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The Victorious Blood: Will Show You What Happened In Karbala Thirteen Hundred Years Before. by Hussin Alkheder (45 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

The Victorious Blood portrays a bloody epic which is over thirteen hundred years old. It took place in Karbala, a small town on the bank of the Euphrates river in Iraq. It was between the grandson of the prophet of Islam, al-Hussain bin Ali, who commanded an army that did not exceed a hundred warriors. And Yazid bin Mu'awiyah, the son of the founder of the Umayyad state. His army consisted of thirty thousand soldiers under the command of Omar bin Saad. In The Victorious Blood, you will be taken into the heat of the battle itself and there you will learn about the reasons for the epic struggle and the historic consequences which followed it. You will be a historical tourist traveling back in time thirteen hundred years and vividly witness the war techniques, political tricks, and the lifestyle of that era. You will visit the palaces' reception rooms, personal homes, and public squares in Damascus, Kufa, and the Arabian Peninsula. You will observe historical characters and their involvement in a high stakes conflicts filled with language of ancient conspiracy, subterfuge, alliance, and betrayal, often ending in death for one of the combatants involved.

Genre: History

Gold and Death in Mexico: A Historical Western Adventure Novel by Johnnie Burns (158 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Jake Morgan and Ben Dunlop have a strong friendship and a shared dream; to buy a ranch together. In between working hard and saving money, nothing raises their spirits quite like an evening at the saloon. On one fateful night, though, a striking woman walks up to their table and presents them with an opportunity too good to turn down. A fortune is at stake, but death might also be the price... Are they prepared to put their lives on hold for the sake of a thrilling chase for gold? Towards the end of his life, Delta Delaplaine's father drew a map leading to an ancient Aztec treasure. An enticing, yet deadly hunt to find it could be the ticket to escape not only poverty but also her mourning. All she needs now is a fierce group willing to risk everything alongside her. She owes it to her father to bring his dream to life... Jake, Ben, and Delta travel to Mexico knowing they will either live and prosper or die. Among the challenges they will face on their way are a ruthless gang, as well as remnants of the Aztecs waiting for a chance to rise once again. In the wake of gunfire and blood, will their joined forces be enough to survive tragedy? An action-packed story, featuring complex and fascinating characters, and twists and turns that will take your breath away. A must-read for fans of Western action and romance. "Gold and Death in Mexico" is a historical adventure novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cliffhangers, only pure unadulterated action.

Genre: History

Seven Pillars of Wisdom by T. E. Lawrence (Open Road Media) (2,240 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

The classic account of war and adventure in the Middle East that transformed T. E. Lawrence into Lawrence of Arabia Originally intended as a study of the great cities of the Middle East, Seven Pillars of Wisdom is T. E. Lawrence's masterful account of the Arab Revolt of 1916-18. As a liaison officer for the British Forces in North Africa, Lawrence advised local tribesmen in their rebellion against the Ottoman Turks. He fought alongside future king Emir Faisal and played a crucial role in convincing rival Arab leaders to coordinate their efforts. A fascinating blend of autobiography, military history, and adventure story, Seven Pillars of Wisdom is a towering literary achievement befitting the man known around the world as Lawrence of Arabia. This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.

Genre: History

The Far Shore by Edward Ellsberg (577 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

June 6, 1944, D-Day: Allied forces took the beaches at Normandy -- and the naval engineering genius of Edward Ellsberg would play a crucial part. Before World War II, Edward Ellsberg had already established himself as a true innovator and master naval engineer, revolutionizing the salvage and rescue of sunken vessels like no one before. Then, having served his country for over a decade, he retired to private life. But his work was not finished. Within hours of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, the aging and physically ill Ellsberg was on a train to Washington, DC, to offer his services once again. And they would be needed for the greatest military invasion in human history. In The Far Shore, Rear Admiral Ellsberg describes in detail the meticulous preparation and efforts behind the Normandy Invasion -- efforts that would keep the flow of men and materials streaming onto the beaches and into the heart of Europe. From dealing with the extremes of engineering possibilities to wrestling with the knowledge that countless lives would depend on the success of his intricate planning, Ellsberg would work himself into exhaustion to do his part. His achievements would eventually earn him the Distinguished Service Medal and lead to his appointment as an Officer of the Order of the British Empire. Vividly described by a man who saw firsthand the horrors of war and the cost of victory, The Far Shore takes readers through the brutal surf, onto the bloody beaches, and into the mind of one of World War II's little-known heroes.

Genre: History

Flight of the Forgotten: A True Story of Heroism and Betrayal by Mark Vance (161 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Flight of the Forgotten is the true story of one of the most closely-guarded American military secrets of all time. It is intriguing, controversial and thought-provoking. The story traverses 50 years, two generations and the realities of our physical world. The triggering event is the tragic loss of an American Eighth Air Force bomber crew in 1945 under mysterious circumstances while enroute home after the end of World War II. The loss represents a 50-year-old aviation mystery, officially "forgotten" by the United States Government. Details described and amplified within the story remain permanently "buried" inside a top-secret O.S.S. file to this day. This book is a public counter to official efforts by the United States Government to have the events permanently erased from the public record. The author's extensive research indicates that those events involve murder, conspiracy and sabotage by the O.S.S., the forerunner to the modern CIA.

Genre: History

Puppets of Faith: Theory of Communal Strife: A Critical Appraisal of Islamic Faith, Indian Polity ‘n More by BS Murthy (2 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

The sublimity of Muhammad's preaching in Mecca and the severity of his sermons in Medina make Islam a Janus-faced faith that forever bedevils the mind of the Musalmans. This thought-provoking work, possibly in a new genre, besides dissecting the anatomy of Islam, steeped in the Quran, seeks to depict the psyche of the Musalmans, shaped by the proclivities of their prophet, vicissitudes of his life and the attitudes of his detractors, which the mechanism of their umma perpetuates. More to the point, aided by "I'm Ok - You're Ok", the path-breaking work of Thomas A. Harris and Roland E Miller's "Muslim Friends-Their Faith and Feeling", this book, for the first time ever, psycho-analyzes the imperatives of the Muslim upbringing, which has the potential to turn a faithful and a renegade alike into a fidayeen. Also, apart from delving into the ironies of the faiths that affected the fate of the peoples, eclipsed the cultures of communes, altered the course of history and afflict the politics of the day, this book examines how the sanãtana 'Hindu' dharma came to survive in India, in spite of the combined onslaught of Islam and the Christianity on Hinduism for over a millennium. This book is for those who wish to be aware of the follies of their faith and the foibles of others to lighten the burden of dogma and reduce the baggage of prejudice postulated in its thirty-five well-structured chapters. Also, besides providing a panoramic view of the Indian history, this thought-provoking book appraises the way Gandhi, Nehru, Patel, Azad, Ambedkar, Indira Gandhi, Narasimha Rao, Vajpayee, Manmohan Singh, Sonia Gandhi, Narendra Modi et al made or unmade the post-colonial India. Possibly in a new genre this free eBook is a book for our times. Contents Preface of Strife Chapters 1. Advent of Dharma 2. God's quid pro Quo 3. Pyramids of Wisdom 4. Ascent to Descent 5. The Zero People 6. Coming of the Christ 7. Legacy of Prophecy 8. War of Words 9. Czar of Medina 10. Angels of ...

Genre: History