Historia vikinga: 500 datos interesantes sobre los vikingos (Colección de Historias Curiosas) (Spanish Edition) by Ahoy Publications (18 Reviews)    Price verified 26 minutes ago

¡Descubra la historia vikinga a través de estos quinientos hechos fascinantes! Este libro es su puerta de entrada a la exploración de una de las sociedades más apasionantes de la historia. Descubrirá historias, mitos y hechos sobre los vikingos. Descubra su cultura, religión, sistema de escritura, travesías y ¡mucho más! Sumérjase en detalles sobre sus batallas y tácticas y vea cómo era la vida cotidiana en un poblado vikingo. Descubra información fascinante de hace más de mil años que aún nos influye hoy en ...

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20 Facts about the Ancestral Village of Ritidian (Litekyan) That will Amaze You (Middle School Edition) by Ayuda Foundation (4 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Learn 20 amazing facts about the CHamoru ancestors who lived at the village of Ritidian on the island of Guam. Find out how they sailed, what foods they ate, and how they lived, played, and worked together. Facts written by the people of Guam in three languages -- CHamoru, English, and Japanese. In the CHamoru language spoken by the indigenous people of Låguas (the Mariana Islands) "ayuda" means to help or assist. The Ayuda Foundation which produced this book and the middle school version of it (also available for free download) ...

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The Modern Viking's Guide to Norse Mythology: Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Today's World: Unveil the Timeless Secrets of the Gods in Weeks, not ... by Myrddin Sage (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

"The Modern Viking's Guide to Norse Mythology: Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Today's World" by Myrddin Sage is a compelling journey through the myths and legends of the Norse, reinterpreted for the contemporary seeker of wisdom. This innovative guide illuminates the relevance of ancient Norse tales to modern-day challenges, offering readers both a historical overview and practical applications of the principles embodied by the Norse gods and heroes. Myrddin Sage expertly navigates the complexities of Norse mythology, presenting it in ...

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Canadian History Stories: 50 True and Fascinating Tales of Major Events and People from Canada’s Past (Curious Histories Collection) by Ahoy Publications (56 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Join us in these captivating tales of significant events and interesting characters from Canada's past! Do you have a keen interest in Canadian history? Do you want to learn about the historical figures and events that laid the foundations for modern-day Canada? Are you looking for a guide that appreciates the diversity and complexity of Canadian history? From indigenous beginnings and European explorations through Confederation and modern challenges - Canada has seen its share of diverse cultural, social, and political events - ...

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The Lives of Rachel (THE BOOKS OF RACHEL) by JOEL GROSS (Sylvan Court Productions) (163 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

The Lives of Rachel is a prequel to The Books of Rachel. This richly detailed novel of family, of tradition, and of faith, sweeps across a thousand years to chronicle the lives of five women -- each named Rachel and each a rare human spirit. In every generation of this proud and ancient Jewish family there is only one Rachel, the firstborn daughter. But the name is only part of Rachel's legacy. Each bearer of the name adds, in her own way, to the legend of strength and courage that is her birthright. There is Rachel of ...

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English History: 1000 Interesting Facts About England (Curious Histories Collection) by Ahoy Publications (72 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Discover the fascinating story of England through 1000 Interesting Facts! This book takes you on an intriguing journey through time, from the Roman invasion to Brexit. Whether you're a history enthusiast or just curious about England's rich heritage, this comprehensive guide has something for everyone! Inside, you'll explore: • The captivating tales of Roman Britain and the struggles they faced • The epic Anglo-Saxon invasion and the impact on English culture • The fearsome Vikings and their relentless raids on English ...

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The Moneychangers by Upton Sinclair (283 Reviews)    Price verified 3 minutes ago

Upton Sinclair's book 'The Moneychangers' explores the intricate world of finance and capitalism in early 20th century America. Through vivid storytelling and in-depth analysis, Sinclair delves into the moral complexities and systemic flaws of the banking industry. His critical perspective challenges readers to question the power dynamics at play in economic systems. The gripping narrative style keeps readers engaged as they navigate the complex financial maneuvers and ethical dilemmas faced by the characters. 'The Moneychangers' is ...

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History of Mexico: 1000 Interesting Facts from Ancient Times to the Present (Curious Histories Collection) by Ahoy Publications (54 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Discover the captivating history of Mexico through 1000 Interesting Facts! This book takes you on a thrilling journey through time, from ancient civilizations to modern-day Mexico. Whether you're a history enthusiast or just curious about Mexico's rich heritage, this comprehensive guide has something for everyone! Inside, you'll explore: • The remarkable Pre-Columbian era and the advanced civilizations that flourished • The dramatic conquest and colonization of Mexico by the Spanish conquistadors • The intense Chichimeca ...

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European History Stories: 50 True and Fascinating Tales of Major Events and People from Europe’s Past (Curious Histories Collection) by Ahoy Publications (51 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

?? Embark on a Time-Traveling Adventure into the Heart of Europe's Past! ?? Are you mesmerized by the grand tapestry of Europe's history? Do you seek to unravel the stories and personalities that have shaped a continent? Are you captivated by the interplay of political intrigue, cultural revolutions, and scientific advancements in European history? "European History Stories: 50 True and Fascinating Tales of Major Events and People" is your portal to a past both tumultuous and transformative. ? Inside this captivating volume, ...

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Viking History: 500 Interesting Facts About the Vikings (Curious Histories Collection) by Ahoy Publications (61 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Discover Viking history through these five hundred fascinating facts! This book is your gateway to exploring one of the most exciting societies in history. You will uncover stories, myths, and facts about the Vikings. Discover their culture, religion, writing system, voyages, and much more! Dive into details about their battles and tactics and see what everyday life was like in a Viking village. Find out fascinating information from over one thousand years ago that still influences us today. Here is just a taste of what awaits ...

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American Revolution Stories: Forgotten Tales of Bravery, Betrayal, and Triumph during the Revolutionary War (Curious Histories Collection) by Ahoy Publications (59 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Take a deep dive into the history of the American Revolution. Are you a history enthusiast looking to learn more about the Revolutionary War? Are you looking for a history book that contains more than the usual run-of-the-mill facts about a specific historical event? Do you want to learn about forgotten events and characters that marked this historical event? From unusual heroes to lesser-known narratives showcasing courage and determination, this book offers a unique blend of facts that shaped the events of the American ...

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Ancient China: 500 Interesting Facts About Early Chinese History (Curious Histories Collection) by Ahoy Publications (37 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Unlock the secrets of ancient China with 500 interesting facts! Do you want to learn more about ancient China? Look no further than 500 Interesting Facts About Ancient China. This book is packed full of exciting facts and historical information that will captivate readers. Here's just a snippet of what you will find inside: • Over two thousand years of Chinese imperial history, featuring famous emperors like Shi Huangdi and famous philosophers like Confucius; • A look at ancient Chinese art, literature, philosophy, music, and ...

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Chinese History: 500 Interesting Facts About China (Curious Histories Collection) by Ahoy Publications (44 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Discover the mysteries of Chinese history with 500 fascinating facts! Unlock the secrets of Chinese history with these five hundred interesting facts! Discover the incredible history of China and its people in this comprehensive book. With thirty-three chapters detailing eras from pre-imperial China to the Open Door Policy, readers will learn about pivotal moments in history. Learn about the numerous dynasties that ruled China for centuries. Discover the many struggles and periods of advancement each dynasty went through as they ...

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The Bulge Of Bastogne: The Battered Bastion: America's Darkest Winter (Diaries Of WWII) by Insightful History (1 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

In the frozen winter forests of Belgium in 1944, Adolf Hitler unleashed his last, desperate gamble to turn the tide of World War II. Through the Ardennes region, a massive offensive was launched - the Battle of the Bulge - designed to shatter the Allied forces and force a negotiated peace with the battered Nazi regime. At the epicenter of this dramatic turning point in the war was the small Belgian town of Bastogne. When the German Blitzkrieg encircled and besieged its vital crossroads, the outnumbered and battered American units dug ...

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King Coal: A Novel by Upton Sinclair (DigiCat) (203 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Upton Sinclair's 'King Coal' is a groundbreaking work of literature that delves into the struggles of coal miners in the early 20th century, shedding light on the harsh working conditions, labor exploitation, and corporate greed prevalent in the coal industry. Sinclair's vivid descriptions and emotional storytelling style bring to life the hardships faced by the miners, making the reader feel their pain and suffering. The book is a social commentary that exposes the injustices of industrial capitalism and calls for reform and social ...

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Flight From Syria: Refugee Stories by Hugh Eakin (Pulitzer Center) (75 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Flight from Syria: Refugee Stories features the writing and photography of nine Pulitzer Center grantees- journalists who reported on Syrian refugees between 2012 and 2015. Their travels took them from Syria to Sweden, and from crowded camps to cramped apartments in city suburbs. Each of the journalists- Hugh Eakin, Lauren Gelfond Feldinger, Stephen Franklin, Joanna Kakissis, Alia Malek, Holly Pickett, Alisa Roth, Alice Su, and Selin Thomas- lends a unique perspective. Originally published in Al Jazeera, BBC News, Guernica, In These ...

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Ancient Egypt, Secrets from the Manuscript of Master Kalika-Khenmetaten, circa 1370 B.C. by M.G. Hawking (14 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

This book reveals the profound secret knowledge of the Egyptian Master Kalika-Khenmetaten, who lived and authored her esoteric manuscripts under the patronage of the great Kings of Egypt, Amenhotep III and his successor Amenhotep IV (Akhenaten), over three-thousand-three-hundred years ago. Kalika produced this manuscript for important reasons. It is to some extent a manual, a comprehensive guide to reaching higher awareness, written by a supreme master for masters, but not only for masters. Kalika intended that it could be utilized ...

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Cantina Confidential by Rafaela Castro (6 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

In this historical chronicle by Rafaela G. Castro, one family becomes entangled in the scandals and secrets of a small migrant town. In the 1940s, a young couple, Jose Luis and Blanca, start their married lives in the fictional California village of Suntown in the San Joaquin Valley. However, external forces and a personal mistake lead to a tragic incident. Decades later, Blanca's daughter, Luz, stumbles across a photograph and a mysterious letter to her mother that hints at a closely guarded secret and signed by a person ...

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Printing and Prophecy: Prognostication and Media Change 1450-1550 (Cultures Of Knowledge In The Early Modern World) by Jonathan Green (University of Michigan Press) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Printing and Prophecy: Prognostication and Media Change 1450-1550 examines prognostic traditions and late medieval prophetic texts in the first century of printing and their effect on the new medium of print. The many prophetic and prognostic works that followed Europe's earliest known printed book---not the Gutenberg Bible, but the Sibyl's Prophecy, printed by Gutenberg two years earlier and known today only from a single page---over the next century were perennial best sellers for many printers, and they provide the modern observer ...

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The Lost City of Antarctica, Ancient Earth’s First Civilization by M.G. Hawking (27 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Explore Evidence of an Ancient Lost City on the Antarctic Continent. For decades the archaeological community labored under the theory that human civilization began only following the last Ice Age. Contemporary discoveries have dramatically undermined that conjecture. Modern research has unearthed hidden cities one after another -- archaeology now reconstructs an unsuspected antiquity of man and paints a canvas of stunningly mysterious dimensions. Previous academic accounts of the origins of civilization have fallen forfeit to ...

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Forging America: A Journey through the 18th to Early 20th Century: Forging America: Insights into 18th to Early 20th Century Transformations by Anthony Iwuchukwu Price verified 3 hours ago

Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of American history with "Foundations of a Nation: American History in the 18th, 19th, and Early 20th Century." This meticulously crafted volume delves into the intricate tapestry of events, ideas, and influential personalities that shaped the United States during a transformative period. From the crucible of the Revolutionary War, where the flames of independence were kindled, to the dawn of the industrial age that reshaped the nation's landscape, this book provides a sweeping ...

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The State Knows Best: How Corruption Destroyed Our Law Enforcement and Left Americans Defenseless by Connor Vasile (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

America is falling. Thanks to bureaucratic incompetence and spineless politicians who bend to social justice bullies, Americans are left with a government that doesn't care about them, their safety, or their future. To add insult to injury, the same people who couldn't be bothered to increase patrols in our neighborhoods, crack down on rising violent crime, and actually keep criminals locked behind bars, are fighting to take away our right to self-defense. Left without any means to protect ourselves, America will start to look like ...

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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 2 hours 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? • ...

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DEAR MISS DORIS: LETTERS FROM THE PAST - A WWII CHRONOLOGY by Peter Deleuran (2 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

This is the third book in the series 'Letters From The Past'. It presents 105 letters written during WWII by Richard Moyer to Doris Kincaid, spanning from June 23, 1944, through to December 20, 1945. Three additional letters from April 1954, are also included after they married. All three books are based on real letters, written by real people in a time of great peril. The juxtaposition between the tender love expressed, often enhanced by the deprivation of proximity, and the horrors of WWII, is tangible in every ...

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Greater Than a Tourist- Hollywood Florida USA: 50 Travel Tips from a Local (Greater Than a Tourist Florida) by Misty Hamann (7 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local author, it is never too late to visit Hollywood. GreaterThan a Tourist- Hollywood and Hollywood Beach, Florida, United States by MistyHamann offers the inside scoop on Florida's Hollywood and the SOFLO (SouthFlorida) region. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the 'Greater Than a Tourist' series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel ...

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Lets Learn Great Britain: Part 2 by Peter Gregory Price verified one hour ago

Part of our 'Let's Learn' series about Great Britain. In this edition we list the special events and important dates throughout the year. Learn about important dates in the UK. Where they come from and why they are so important. We have written these editions for fun and learning but include information that may be an aid for the 'Citizenship Test'. All illustrations are hand drawn by Peter Gregory - Please note that for editions about Great Britain we want to show proper respect and accuracy for flags, maps and other significant ...

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Outlaw Wolves of the Currumpaw: A true story of a test of wills by Ahi Keleher (28 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Man vs. Wolf. The age-old blood feud comes to a head in New Mexico's Currumpaw Valley. It is the fall of 1893. Lobo and his pack of cattle-killing wolves have been decimating the herds and threatening to bankrupt the ranchers. A bounty goes out: $1,000 to the man who can kill Lobo. After many men try and fail to catch the cunning wolf, an experienced hunter by the name of Ernest Thompson Seton arrives to wage war against Lobo and his pack. Little does he suspect that the encounter will change his life. Based on the true account ...

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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 ...

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The Battles are the Best Bits by Simon B Jones (PublishNation) (40 Reviews)    Price verified 3 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 ...

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Pearl: You are Cleared to Land by Deanna Edens (362 Reviews)    Price verified 3 minutes ago

Have you ever heard of The Pearl of Alaska? How about The Hillbilly Eskimo? Do you know the name of the woman who received the Wright Brothers' Master Pilot Award at the age of ninety-seven? Well, her name is Pearl and this is a story about her and her family and friends. To be more precise many of these stories are hers -- authentic memories written by an amazing woman. Pearl Bragg Laska Chamberlain was the first woman to fly her own plane from the Lower 48 up the Alaska Highway to Alaska. She worked as a flight instructor, ...

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Agamemnon and Orestes: Adapted from "What The Ancient Greeks And Romans Told About Their Gods And Heroes" by Nikolay A. Kun (Myths and Legends of ... by Nikolay Kun (4 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

The stories of the house of King Agamemnon after his return from the Trojan War. A detailed and easy-to-read retelling of Aeschylus's trilogy, "The Oresteia", which includes three tragedies - "Agamemnon", "The Libation Bearers" and "The Eumenides", as well as the play "Iphigenia in Tauris" by Euripides and other ancient sources. The book is based on the translation of the bestseller "What The Ancient Greeks And Romans Told About Their Gods And Heroes" by Nikolay A. Kun. The content of this book is also included in the compilation ...

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Geronimo: A Life from Beginning to End (Native American History) by Hourly History (521 Reviews)    Price verified 18 minutes ago

Discover the remarkable life of Geronimo... Free BONUS Inside! The legendary Geronimo led one of the last great Apache uprisings against American expansionism. The lands of the Apache tribe comprised what is today part of northern Mexico and the southwestern United States, and Geronimo was one of the last who dared to stand up to the powers that encroached on the Native American way of life. In the end, even the cunning and might of Geronimo had to surrender to the wayward expansion of the west. As a prisoner of war, he ...

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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 ...

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The Toltec Civilization: An Enthralling Overview of the History of the Toltecs, Starting from the Classic Maya Period in Mesoamerica to the Rise of ... by Enthralling History (86 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

If you are curious about how the intriguing Toltec civilization started, how the people lived, and how their culture influenced later generations, then keep reading! Precursors to the Aztecs (amazing in their own right), the Toltec people were the pre-columbian Mesoamerican civilization honored for their artisanship and tactile warfare - considered so fierce and respectablel that the Aztecs claimed descendancy from them! How did this empire come to be regarded as the apex of culture, sophistication, and civilization? Why did the ...

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The Olmec Civilization: An Enthralling Overview of the History of the Olmecs, Starting from Agriculture in Mesoamerica to the Fall of La Venta ... by Enthralling History (74 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Which came first - the Olmecs or the Mayan? The Olmecs or the Incans? Walk with us among Colossal Heads and some of the first pyramids in Mesoamerica - yes! Pyramids across the world from Giza and Egypt! Come join us on the journey to discover just where this amazing culture began and ended - and why we are still studying the Olmecs today. Historians and scholars still battle over the origins of - and reasons for- some of Mesoamerica's formative civilizations downturn. How could such unique, innovative, and thriving societies fall ...

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The Trojan Cycle: Adapted from "What The Ancient Greeks And Romans Told About Their Gods And Heroes" by Nikolay A. Kun (Myths and Legends of Ancient ... by Nikolay Kun (2 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

The stories of Troy, including a detailed and easy-to-read retelling of the Iliad by Homer and other ancient sources. The book is based on the translation of the bestseller "What The Ancient Greeks And Romans Told About Their Gods And Heroes" by Nikolay A. Kun. The content of this book is also included in the compilation "Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece."

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The Demon King: An Ennin Mystery #5 (The Ennin Mysteries) by Ben Stevens (12 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Ennin pits his wits - and muscles - against the infamous daimyo known as the 'Demon King'... But hidden deep down in his dungeons, the Demon King keeps something straight out of the darkest nightmare... And he decides to introduce 'it' to Ennin... This is the 5th Ennin Mystery. Amazon reviews for ENNIN (various titles) - 'The greatest of Japan's detectives, Ennin, and of course his trusted servant and chronicler Kukai... ' M. Dowden, Hall of Fame, TOP 50 Amazon reviewer 'These Ennin Mysteries are absolutely fabulous... ' sshap 'I ...

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The Akkadian Empire: An Enthralling Overview of the Rise and Fall of the Akkadians (History of Mesopotamia) by Enthralling History (116 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Discover the remarkable history of the first ancient empire of Mesopotamia after the long-lived civilization of Sumer! Where did Sargon the Great come from -- this abandoned baby rescued from the river? How did he grow up to daringly and dramatically conquer all of Mesopotamia and beyond? What propelled his stunning ascent to rule the world's first empire, which stretched from the Persian Gulf to the Mediterranean Sea? What can we learn about the fascinating origins and culture of the Akkadians and their unprecedented rise? What ...

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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 ... by Captivating History (232 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Explore the Captivating History of the Roaring Twenties Free History BONUS Inside! Few decades capture the imagination like the 1920s. Like so many good stories, it got its start from a time of great turmoil and ended in a dramatic fashion. What happened between 1920 and 1929 has passed beyond history and has become legend. The lessons of the 1920s are still relevant today. Many of the debates and issues of the era are still part of the national conversation. Economic policies, consumer behaviors and mass culture of the 1920s ...

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Why Ruin Another Life by Anthony Weathers (Self Published Anthony Weathers Author) (13 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Anthony Weathers was told a story years ago. Upon hearing it, he felt compelled to write a novel based on the true events. This novel delves into themes of domestic abuse and violence, shedding light on the social taboos and inequalities of the time. Step into the haunting world of Why Ruin Another Life, a riveting tale that transports you to 1950s Black Mississippi. Brace yourself for a captivating generational odyssey where a single event has the power to reshape destinies. Witness the gripping narrative unfold as an unsuspecting ...

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King Henry VII: A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of British Royalty) by Hourly History (343 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Discover the remarkable life of King Henry VII... Free BONUS Inside! Henry VII was not destined to be the well-known (or perhaps better described as infamous) king that his son was after him, but his place in history remains important. With his victory over Richard III in 1485, Henry brought England out of the Middle Ages and ushered it into the modern era. His reign ended decades of bloody civil wars and provided the wealth and stability necessary for commerce and art to thrive in England. When Henry's son, Henry VIII, ascended ...

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The World of Lady Lazarus by Michele Lang (5 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Michele Lang is the author of the acclaimed LADY LAZARUS historical fantasy series from Tor. In this little guide, you will find a window into the historical and metaphysical context for the series - the intense, fascinating café culture of Budapest in the 1930s. A non-fiction collection of information and essays to complement the fantasy series.

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Antigua Cartago: Una apasionante guía sobre las civilizaciones fenicia y cartaginesa (Antiguas Civilizaciones) (Spanish Edition) by Billy Wellman (5 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

La historia de la antigua Cartago: ¡el imperio perdido que desafió a Roma! ¿Qué sabemos realmente de la antigua Cartago? La mayor parte de lo que se ha escrito sobre este otrora gran imperio se basa en escritos romanos y griegos sesgados en contra de los cartagineses. Ahora, gracias a un cuidadoso trabajo académico y a asombrosos descubrimientos arqueológicos, por fin se puede conocer la verdadera Cartago. Retroceda en el tiempo a un mundo antiguo de dioses extraños y sacrificios humanos. Viaje a la ciudad más rica del ...

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El Imperio otomano: Una guía apasionante de una de las dinastías más poderosas y longevas de la historia mundial (Europa) (Spanish Edition) by Billy Wellman (18 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

De pequeño principado turco a superpotencia mundial, el papel del Imperio otomano en la historia del mundo es ciertamente innegable. Durante más de seis siglos, el imperio fue posiblemente el imperio musulmán más fuerte del mundo, dominando a sus rivales en Europa y Asia durante muchos años. Abarcando tres continentes y controlando tierras en los Balcanes, el Cáucaso, Crimea, Anatolia, Oriente Próximo, Levante, Egipto y el norte de África, el Imperio otomano fue una de las potencias más amenazadoras en el apogeo de su ...

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La civilización sumeria: Una apasionante visión general de Sumeria y los antiguos sumerios (Historia de Mesopotamia) (Spanish Edition) by Billy Wellman (25 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

¿Cuánto sabe sobre la «cuna de la civilización»? Explore el legado de los brillantes antiguos mesopotámicos que transformaron el mundo. El legado de la antigua Mesopotamia fue realmente revolucionario. Dibujos infantiles rayados en arcilla húmeda evolucionaron hasta convertirse en el primer lenguaje escrito. Los mesopotámicos escribieron los primeros poemas épicos, los primeros himnos, las primeras historias y los primeros códigos legales. Desarrollaron la primera rueda para el transporte; los sencillos carros que ...

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La civilización olmeca: Un apasionante repaso a la historia de los olmecas, desde la agricultura en Mesoamérica hasta la caída de La Venta (El ... by Enthralling History (54 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

¿Quiénes llegaron primero, los olmecas o los mayas? ¿Los olmecas o los incas? Camine con nosotros entre cabezas colosales y algunas de las primeras pirámides de Mesoamérica, ¡sí! ¡Pirámides de todo el mundo desde Giza y Egipto! Acompáñenos en el viaje para descubrir dónde empezó y terminó esta asombrosa cultura, y por qué seguimos estudiando a los olmecas hoy en día. Los historiadores y los estudiosos aún se debaten sobre los orígenes -- y las razones -- del declive de algunas de las civilizaciones formativas de ...

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El Imperio azteca: Un apasionante recorrido por la historia de los aztecas, a partir del asentamiento en el valle de México (El Antiguo México) ... by Billy Wellman (20 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Si siente curiosidad por saber cómo vivían y dirigían su imperio los extraordinarios aztecas, ¡siga leyendo! Los extraordinarios aztecas formaron un vasto y organizado imperio famoso por su destreza militar, su comercio expansivo, su intrigante cultura y su ingeniosa agricultura, todo ello desde una isla en un pantano. Pero, ¿dónde estaba su misteriosa tierra natal, Aztlán? ¿Cómo llegaron a dominar el valle de México? Explore los fascinantes orígenes de los aztecas y descubra cómo una tribu errante del desierto llegó a ...

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La civilización maya: Una apasionante visión de la historia maya, desde la dominación de los olmecas en el México antiguo hasta la llegada de ... by Enthralling History (124 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

¿Siguen existiendo los mayas? ¿Cuál es la importancia del descubrimiento de Chichén Itzá? ¿Cómo cayó esta poderosa civilización? Si quiere respuestas a estas intrigantes preguntas, siga leyendo... Los mayas crearon una sociedad asombrosa, llena de sorpresas que nos mantienen adivinando cómo llegó a ser este pueblo y por qué -- exactamente -- cayó su civilización. Abundan las teorías, los descubrimientos arqueológicos nos dejan perplejos e inspirados, pero una cosa es cierta: ¡su historia se parece mucho más a ...

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The Victorian Era: A Captivating Guide to the Life of Queen Victoria and an Era in the History of the United Kingdom Known for Its Hierarchy-Based ... by Captivating History (170 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

If you want to discover the captivating history of the Victorian Era, then keep reading... Free History BONUS Inside! When Queen Victoria stepped onto the throne of Great Britain and Ireland in 1837, gone were the days when the monarch had supreme authority over the kingdom. Victoria ruled at the head of a government with which she was meant to converse, debate, and ultimately guide, and it was a job she sometimes struggled to perform. Victoria described herself as an emotional creature and blamed her gender for what she ...

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Historia de Grecia: Un apasionante recorrido por la historia de Grecia (Mitología e historia de Grecia) (Spanish Edition) by Billy Wellman (9 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Realmente está aquí: ¡Toda la historia de Grecia en un solo volumen! Este libro lleva a los lectores por un sucinto viaje desde los primeros asentamientos de Grecia hasta el siglo XX. Su narrativa, fácil de leer, pero meticulosamente investigada, cautivará a los aficionados a la historia, a los estudiantes y a cualquier persona interesada en aprender más sobre Grecia. Este conciso resumen abarca las civilizaciones griegas de la Edad de Piedra y de Bronce, las épocas arcaica y clásica, los siglos de dominación romana y el ...

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Spartans: A Captivating Guide to the Fierce Warriors of Ancient Greece, Including Spartan Military Tactics, the Battle of Thermopylae, How Sparta Was ... by Captivating History (158 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

If you want to discover the captivating history of Sparta, then keep reading... Free History BONUS Inside! 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. Its unique government, which featured two kings and an elected senate, helped it achieve relative political stability early on in its ...

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"WAR" "Visionary tales of Human Conflict from The Middle East" by Rory Patrick Allen (St. Albans Publishing House) (10 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

For millenia The Middle East has been plagued by war. This millenium has been no different, with wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Devastation has been wreaked on ordinary,innocent people. Children have been indiscriminately killed, Young men have had their lives terminated before they have had the chance to live their lives to the full. War orphans abound. Widows and Widowers weep at their spouses' graves. Grand Parents have lost generations of their families. Whole communities have been destroyed and villages razed to the ground. I ...

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Los caballeros templarios: Una historia apasionante del auge y la caída de la orden militar católica más influyente (Historia de la Iglesia) ... by Enthralling History (61 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

¿Sabía usted que la Orden de los Templarios era tan estricta que sus miembros solo podían comer carne tres veces por semana? Los caballeros templarios se han consolidado como la organización militar más popular de la época medieval. Todo el mundo ha oído hablar de la orden, y todo el mundo está familiarizado con la imagen de un caballero cruzado medieval con una cruz roja en su uniforme blanco. Pero, ¿quiénes eran exactamente los templarios? ¿Cuál era su objetivo? ¿Y son ciertos los rumores sobre su naturaleza ...

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Historical Duos: Extraordinary Partnerships That Shaped History by PL Thomas (12 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

Behind every accomplished individual stands a supporter, mentor, or collaborator who played a pivotal role in their success. Embark on an exhilarating odyssey through history with Historical Duos: Extraordinary Partnerships That Changed the World, a mesmerizing exploration of dynamic duos who forged groundbreaking paths. This compelling book weaves together the stories of remarkable pairs whose collaborations shaped the way we live today. Explore the academic pursuits of intellectual trailblazers in the fields of philosophy, physics, ...

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The Roman Republic: A Captivating Guide to the Rise and Fall of the Roman Republic, SPQR and Roman Politicians Such as Julius Caesar and Cicero (The ... by Captivating History (111 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Explore the Captivating History of the Roman Republic Free History BONUS Inside! When we think of ancient Rome, the first notion that comes to mind is the one of the empire, followed by the image of a mighty emperor, his legions, colossal buildings, and the Gladiators (or the rhetoric and poetry, depending on your preferences). Some may recall the image of a "unified" Europe under a single sovereign - the emperor of Rome. However, Rome did not become remarkable at this considerably late phase. In fact, many historians see the ...

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Greek Mythology: An Enthralling Overview of Greek Myths, Gods, and Goddesses (Greek Mythology and History) by Enthralling History (195 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Greek mythology influences us today. For instance, did you know that the famous athletic brand Nike comes from the Greek goddess of victory? 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 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. These divine beings gifted humanity joy and despair, and the ancient peoples ...

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Ancient Civilizations for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the Maya Civilization, the Inca Empire, and Aztec History for Children (Making the Past Come ... by Captivating History (28 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Three captivating manuscripts in one book: • Maya History for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the Maya Civilization, from the Olmecs through the Founding of Teotihuacan in Ancient Mesoamerica to the Spanish Conquest • The Inca Empire for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the Incas and Their Civilization, from Early Beginnings to the Spanish Conquest • Aztec History for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the Aztec Empire and Civilization, from the Aztecs Settling in the Valley of Mexico to the Spanish Conquest Did you know that the ...

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El antiguo Egipto: Un apasionante recorrido por la historia de Egipto, desde la colonización del valle del Nilo hasta la muerte de Cleopatra VII, ... by Billy Wellman (5 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

¿Sabía que los gatos eran extremadamente sagrados en el antiguo Egipto y que quienes mataban a uno podían ser castigados con la muerte? Según muchos egiptólogos, los antiguos egipcios nunca consideraron dioses a los animales. En cambio, los consideraban la personificación de sus poderosas deidades, lo que explica por qué los egipcios representaban a menudo a sus antiguos dioses con cabezas de animales. Lo mismo puede decirse de los gatos: no se los adoraba, pero se les tenía en gran estima. Antes de convertirse en símbolos ...

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The Teutonic Knights: A Captivating Guide to a Catholic Military Order and Their Role in the Crusades and Impact in Europe during the Middle Ages ... by Captivating History (182 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Who were the Teutonic Knights? The Teutonic Knights were established to help the sick and injured in the Holy Land in a similar vein as the Knights Hospitaller. Once they were battle-tested in war, however, they were commissioned to be full-fledged fearsome warriors, fighting for the cause of Christendom. Those causes would have the Teutonic Knights leave the Holy Land altogether when they were redeployed to Eastern Europe. Soon the knights were attempting to subdue pagans, extending their presence throughout the Baltic by way of a ...

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La Antigua Roma: Un apasionante repaso a la historia de Roma, desde el mito de Rómulo y Remo, pasando por la República, hasta la caída del Imperio ... by Enthralling History (107 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

¿Le intrigan los mitos, la cultura y el inimaginable ascenso al poder de la antigua Roma? Si es así, esta poderosa historia de la Antigua Roma le cautivará y le mantendrá avanzando por sus páginas. La asombrosa historia de Roma abarca ya 28 siglos, creciendo desde la oscuridad hasta convertirse en un enorme imperio que se extiende desde Britania hasta Oriente Medio y el sur de África. La cultura y las instituciones de Roma dejaron un legado perdurable que sigue impactando en las civilizaciones de todo el mundo. En esta ...

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Ciro el Grande: La apasionante vida del padre del Imperio persa (Explorando el Oriente Próximo) (Spanish Edition) by Billy Wellman (8 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Ciro el Grande fue humanitario, diplomático, estratega militar y gobernante del mayor imperio que el mundo había visto hasta entonces. Ciro el Grande fue un hombre extraordinario que se convirtió en leyenda en vida. El mayor testimonio de su buen carácter y sus grandes logros nos llegó a través de los enemigos de Persia: los griegos. Se dice que sirvió de inspiración a Alejandro Magno y Julio César. Ciro alcanzó tal categoría de héroe que los últimos sahs de Irán del siglo XX aún reivindicaban su legado. Sus ...

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Teddy Roosevelt: A Captivating Guide to the Life of Theodore Roosevelt Who Served as the 26th President of the United States of America (U.S. ... by Captivating History (156 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

If you want to discover the captivating life of Teddy Roosevelt, then keep reading... Free History BONUS Inside! The Roosevelt family would become a political dynasty in the United States, spanning from the late 19th century to the middle of the 20th century. The Roosevelt presence in America can be traced all the way back to their trail-blazing ancestor, Claes Martenszen van Roosevelt, a Dutchman who came to the New World with high hopes in 1644. Like many of those early American stories, the life of this very first American ...

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Amorous Trooper by Ronald Bassett (73 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

London, 1702. Adam Margery, a budding apprentice surgeon is hopelessly in awe of his cousins. Rebecca and Mary Hewar, on the other hand, are completely indifferent to Adam and his best friend Rupert Dolling. Home for his grandfather's funeral, Adam finally realises his love for the younger Hewar, Mary. However, his status is no match for the Hewar's and Rebecca takes it upon herself to ensure the relationship between her sister and Adam is severed before it is established. But Rebecca and Adam are hiding a secret. ...

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Norse Mythology: An Enthralling Overview of Norse Myths, Gods, and Goddesses (Scandinavia) by Enthralling History (157 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Did you know that Loki is the father of the monstrous creatures that are prophesied to kill the gods of Asgard? When Heimdall blows his horn to signal the beginning of Ragnarök, the gods of Asgard are left with no choice but to face the forces of chaos on the battlefield of Vigrid. This is when Loki and his monstrous sons, Jörmungandr the World Serpent and Fenrir the Giant Wolf, will exact their revenge, a mission they will succeed in, although it will cost their lives. On this day, everyone, including the mightiest of gods, will ...

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The Incas and Spanish Conquest: An Enthralling Overview of the Inca Empire, Conquistadors, and Conquests in the Americas (Exploring the Past) by Billy Wellman (29 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Two manuscripts in one book: • The Inca Empire: An Enthralling Overview of the Incas, Their Civilization in Ancient Peru, and the Spanish Conquest • The Spanish Conquest of the Americas: An Enthralling Overview of the Conquistadors and Their Conquests of the Aztec and Inca Empires For the Incas, death didn't exist; it simply took the dead to a different plane of life. So, the mummies of their emperors were treated as people; they were given food and drink and even visited each other ceremoniously. They also owned country ...

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Historia de Rusia: Un apasionante recorrido por los principales acontecimientos de la historia de Rusia (Europa Oriental) (Spanish Edition) by Billy Wellman (13 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Princesas perdidas, una reina que destronó a su propio marido, el país que derrotó a Napoleón y un perro que viajó al espacio son solo algunos de los fascinantes aspectos de la historia rusa. 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. ¿Cómo se ganó el título Iván el Terrible? ¿Quiénes eran los Románov y qué llevó al brutal final de su dinastía? Siga la historia de Rusia y ...

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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 ...

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POL POT'S REIGN OF TERROR: THE KILLING FIELDS REVISITED by RORY PATRICK ALLEN (17 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

From April 1975 to January of 1979 Pol Pot murdered nearly two million of his own people out of a population of seven million, thus introducing a new word into the English language, "Auto-Genocide" the murder of one's own people. The World just stood by and let it happen. Why was this allowed to happen? What events created this Monster? Was it the dropping of two and a half million tons of explosives by the USA on a neutral country in its' war with Vietnam? Were there other factors that led to the annihilation of a quarter of ...

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Los Romanov: Un apasionante repaso a la Casa Romanov (Europa Oriental) (Spanish Edition) by Billy Wellman (58 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Con algunos de los nombres más memorables de la historia, la dinastía Romanov es una de esas familias reales cuyo legado solo puede ser rivalizado por unos pocos. Gobernando Rusia durante algo más de trescientos años, desde el siglo XVII hasta principios del XX, los zares Romanov y, en raros pero inolvidables casos, las emperatrices dominaron los paisajes políticos de su época y forjaron una de las dinastías más legendarias de todos los tiempos. De hecho, Rusia, el gran y poderoso Estado nación que conocemos hoy, se creó ...

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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 18 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 ...

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Las Guerras Mundiales: Una guía apasionante de la Primera y Segunda Guerra Mundial (Spanish Edition) by Billy Wellman (44 Reviews)    Price verified 2 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 ...

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The Maya Civilization: An Enthralling Overview of Maya History, Starting From the Olmecs’ Domination of Ancient Mexico to the Arrival of Hernan ... by Enthralling History (169 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Are the Mayans still around? What is the importance of Chichen Itza's discovery? How did this mighty civilization fall? If you want answers to these intriguing questions, then keep reading... The Mayans created an amazing society, full of surprises that keep us guessing how these people came to be and why - exactly - their civilization fell. Theories abound, archeologic discoveries both perplex and inspire us, but one thing remains: their story reads much more like our recent past than you'd ever imagined! This book takes ...

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Hammer For Princes (Kinghood Book 1) by Cecelia Holland (168 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

England in the twelfth century: torn by a long and bloody civil war between King Stephen and Henry Plantagenet. The wise and principled Fulk, Earl of Stafford, along with his son Rannulf and their allies bravely fight with their knights for honor and peace as Thierry, Fulk's uncle, grows increasingly obsessed by his own dark desire for success. New battles are fought throughout the kingdom and sieges grip the nation as war and fever threaten to take Fulk's loved ones from him. Filled with regret and uneasy about the naïve ...

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The Spanish Conquest of the Americas: An Enthralling Overview of the Conquistadors and Their Conquests of the Aztec and Inca Empires (Mesoamerica) by Billy Wellman (62 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

The Spanish conquest of the Americas is a pivotal part of the history of colonization. Christopher Columbus's discovery, albeit accidental, of a new landmass turned the world upside-down. Beginning in the late 15th century, the kingdom of Spain spearheaded the effort of colonization, sending expedition after expedition to the Caribbean islands and then to mainland North and South America. Through violence, bloodshed, and conquest, the Spanish conquistadors were able to gain control of the rich and prosperous lands of indigenous ...

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The Aztec Empire: An Enthralling Overview of the History of the Aztecs, Starting with the Settlement in the Valley of Mexico (Ancient Mexico) by Enthralling History (246 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

If you are curious about how the extraordinary Aztecs lived and ran their empire, then keep reading! The remarkable Aztecs formed a vast, organized empire renown for military prowess, expansive trade, intriguing culture, and ingenious agriculture - all from an island in a swamp. But where was their mysterious homeland of Aztlan? How did they ascend to dominance in the Valley of Mexico? Explore the mesmerizing origins of the Aztecs, discover how a wandering desert tribe came to rule much of present-day Mexico, and investigate the ...

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History of India and Indian Mythology: An Enthralling Guide to Major Civilizations, Empires, Events, People, and Myths (Exploring the Past) by Billy Wellman (41 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Two manuscripts in one book: • History of India: An Enthralling Overview of Significant Civilizations, Empires, Events, People, and Religion • Indian Mythology: An Enthralling Overview of Myths, Gods, and Goddesses from India India has an amazing history, from some of the world's earliest civilizations to its contemporary high-tech culture and a huge diversity of religions, arts, and people. In the first part of this book, you will discover: • How National Highway 1 goes all the way back to the Mauryan Empire! • The ...

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Historia de Irán: Una apasionante panorámica de la historia de Irán, desde los antiguos persas hasta el Irán moderno, pasando por el Imperio ... by Billy Wellman (7 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Llena de acontecimientos emocionantes, actores memorables, conflictos sangrientos y florecientes logros culturales, la historia de Irán es un placer en el que sumergirse para cualquier mente curiosa. Desde la prehistoria hasta la moderna República Islámica, Irán siempre ha mantenido su posición predominante en la historia como uno de los países más vibrantes, distintos y diversos del mundo. Situado en Asia occidental, entre el mar Caspio y el golfo Pérsico, las regiones montañosas de los montes Zagros han albergado durante ...

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Medieval England: An Enthralling Overview of the English Middle Ages (The Story of England) by Enthralling History (220 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

If you want to discover the enthralling history of medieval England, then keep reading... Knights, monks, kings, plague, war, Vikings, revolts, and so much more appear in the six hundred or so years known as the medieval period of English history. Our culture has romanticized many of these elements, and the Middle Ages has become full of stereotypes and tropes that appear again and again in movies, books, and even in our imaginations. But what was it really like? This book will separate the myth from reality and reveal what you ...

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History of Ancient Mexico: An Enthralling Guide to Pre-Columbian Mexico and Its Civilizations, Such as the Olmecs, Maya, Zapotecs, Mixtecs, Toltecs, ... by Billy Wellman (39 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Chocolate, bouncy rubber balls, and the "Three Sisters" agricultural system -- the people of ancient Mexico invented them all 3,600 years ago. They also built the world's largest pyramid by volume and the sixth most-populated city without the wheel and without pack animals. Ancient Mexico introduced the first city, calendar, writing system, and aqueduct to North America. This book unwraps the interrelated histories of ancient Mexico's key civilizations. Learn about their mythology, warfare, art, architecture, and religion. How did ...

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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 18 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 ...

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