History - Civilization

Peter Kingsley's Book of Life is the culmination and completion of an extraordinary body of work. As a historian he has revolutionized our understanding of ancient philosophy and religion; as a mystic, he introduced us to what philosophy and religion are meant to be.Hauntingly...

While Petra's fame might often come second to things like the Egyptian pyramids at Giza, ancient Greece, or the Great Wall of China, you can now see that the Rose City certainly deserves its place under the Sun as one of the most precious...

Scented World: Perfumes, Oils, and Incense Through HistoryBy Sasha LinseyFrom the temples of Egypt to the gardens of Persia, from the incense paths of Arabia to the stillrooms of Europe, fragrance has shaped the story of civilization. Scented World is an unforgettable journey through...

Few people know that between the mighty empires of Egypt and Assyria once stood a forgotten kingdom that shaped them both. Buried beneath centuries of dust lies the story of the Mitanni Empire-a civilization born from the resilience of the Hurrian people, who rose...

Spend 24 hours in the vibrant, divided world of Shogun's Japan. In 1614, Japan stood at a crossroads. As the Tokugawa shogunate tightened its grip on power, samurai prepared for war, Christians faced persecution, and foreign merchants navigated a rapidly shifting political landscape. In...

This companion explores the discipline of Roman prosopography from a wide variety of perspectives. The study of people and their relationships and connections, both as individuals and groups, lies at the heart of research into Roman society and politics. The essays in this volume...

Embark on an enchanting voyage through India's rich educational history with "Promotion of Learning in India" by Narendra Nath Law. This meticulously researched book unveils centuries of scholarly evolution, from the ancient Vedic and Buddhist eras to the heights of Mughal patronage and the...

Start an extraordinary journey through the annals of The Rauzat-us-Safa; or, Garden of Purity, Part 2, Volume 1, where the annals of prophets, kings, and philosophers converge in a tapestry of timeless wisdom and historical intrigue. This volume delves deep into the lives and...

Rise and Decline of Civilizations: Lessons for the Jewish People is a thought experiment in which the author examines the work of 23 historians of the last 2,400 years, from Thucydides to Jared Diamond, who describe the rise and decline of nations and civilizations....

Creative Industries is a daring collection of essays that charts the noisy revolution that is transforming the production, consumption, and understanding of culture in the all-wired era. It brings together seminal essays written across traditional and new media, industry sectors, and national contexts to...

A non-Eurocentric portrait of the major developments and integrations of social and cultural movements.Author: Kenneth Neill CameronISBN-10: 0853454086ISBN-13: 9780853454083Publisher: Monthly Review PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/1973Pages: 470Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.34lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 1.08d

Author: Fiano BramleyISBN-13: 9798277785591Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/07/2025Pages: 112Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d

Discover the tapestry of history woven into the fabric of the Texas Hill Country, where each visitor leaves a mark and every corner holds a tale. Experience the enduring spirit of this small piece of land, a testament to the passage of time and...

For over half a century, the "Out of Africa" theory has dominated our understanding of human origins - the idea that all modern humans descended from a single migration out of Africa around 60,000 years ago. But what if the story is far more...

A chronoligical history of keyboard music for the piano and its forerunners from its beginning throough the twentieth century.There is detsiled description of the piano music of all major composers, as well as discussion of forms and styles. Chapters also focus on composers from...

"The Moors In Spain: A Wonderful Chapter Of The World's Civilization" explores the rich and complex history of the Moors in Spain, highlighting their significant contributions to science, arts, and statecraft. This book delves into the history and achievements of these great warriors and...

Explore centuries of cultural richness, dynastic drama, and groundbreaking innovations with this Ancient China History Book. Designed for curious readers and seasoned enthusiasts alike, it traces China's evolution from the earliest kingdoms to its modern transformations. Whether you're interested in famous emperors, groundbreaking inventions,...

Employing the logical tools of contemporary analytic philosophy, this book places the pseudo-Hippocratic treatise On the Art of Medicine in its proper philosophical, rhetorical, and medical contexts through a new translation and commentary on the Greek text.Author: Joel MannISBN-10: 9004224130ISBN-13: 9789004224131Publisher: BrillLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/02/2012Pages:...

Americans spend, on average, 90 percent of their lives indoors, with two-thirds of that time spent in their homes. Globally, the construction and maintenance of residential buildings account for a staggering portion of carbon emissions. In this timely and fascinating work, architect and urban-planning...

Author: Charles RiverISBN-13: 9798277599310Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/05/2025Pages: 194Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.02lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.41d

Unveil the forgotten divination practices of the Romani-a people whose spiritual insight has echoed across centuries.In Romani Magick - Book II: Divination of the Romani, bestselling author Dennis Henderson opens the door to one of the world's most mysterious and intuitive spiritual traditions. Rich...

What if the Christmas you know is only a fragment of the real story? For centuries, Christmas has been celebrated around the world. But how much of what we know is based on myth, assumption, or centuries of cultural blending? The Real History of...

The ruins still stand. The heroes still echo. But the world that birthed them vanished in fire. Few people know the real story behind the Mycenaeans, the Bronze Age rulers who shaped Greek religion, heroic legend, and the foundations of Western culture. What you...

From ancient tribes to the fall of Granada, discover the untold story of how Spain was forged in fire, faith, and empire. What you're about to discover will change how you see one of the most extraordinary civilizations in human history. A Brief History...

From Transylvania to Tunbridge Wells: The Original Manuscript restores Nicholas de Vere's working voice-sharp, sardonic, and meticulously sourced-exactly as readers remember it. Moving fluidly from Central-European folklore to English parish memory, de Vere follows the long threads of lineage, heraldry, and mythic kingship to...

The Story of Fun and Games: A Journey Through TimeFrom Senet and the Royal Game of Ur to mahjong, Monopoly, Scrabble, and D&D-discover how play shaped culture, cognition, and community.Spanning 5,000 years, this richly written, research-driven book traces how simple tools-dice, tiles, cards, boards,...

"Civilizations do not fall to armies alone - they fall when they fail to see the ideas that have already breached their gates."A Civilizational Reckoning examines how Sharia, a 7th-century legal system, is reshaping Western culture, institutions, and freedoms - in ways both visible...

Sacred Geometry: The Hidden Codes of the World's Great Monuments Why do the world's greatest monuments - the Pyramids of Giza, the Parthenon, Chartres Cathedral, the Taj Mahal - still captivate us centuries later? The answer lies in a universal language older than words:...

The Spring and Autumn & Warring States Periods takes you on a journey through one of the most transformative eras in Chinese history, marked by endless battles, brilliant strategies, and the rise and fall of powerful leaders.The story begins with the collapse of the...

The Qin Dynasty: A History of China takes you on a journey through one of the most dramatic chapters in Chinese history. From the unification of the warring states to the iron rule of Qin Shi Huang, this book dives deep into the empire...

What is China really doing in the underdeveloped world? Massive investments in ports, schools, roads, bridges and hospitals under the Belt and Road Initiative are raising eyebrows in the West, but developing countries are asking for more. Learn the real reasons why. Grab a...

The ultimate beginner's guide to metal detecting for kidsDoes your child dream of finding hidden treasure?Whether they're fascinated by Roman coins, Viking hoards, or just love exploring the great outdoors, The Metal Detecting Handbook (For Kids) is the perfect way to spark curiosity, develop...

The book offers an in-depth narratological analysis of the 'Book of Orpheus' (10.1-11.84). The commentary puts special emphasis on the polyphony of the various narrative levels that results from the complex relation of Ovid's narrator-persona towards the programmatic Orpheus-figure.Author: Julian WagnerISBN-10: 9004701532ISBN-13: 9789004701533Publisher: BrillLanguage:...

This book provides a comprehensive account of the Roman impact on the economy of the Lower Germanic Limes region and thereby makes a valuable contribution to the larger debate on Roman economic growth.Author: Erik TimmermanISBN-10: 9004682201ISBN-13: 9789004682207Publisher: BrillLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/05/2023Pages: 332Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.41lbsSize: 9.21h...

Examination of Cardinal Ridge School property, Loudoun County, Virginia, the SE corner of Conklin.Author: Larry Winter Jr. RoederISBN-10: 1495240940ISBN-13: 9781495240942Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/16/2014Pages: 64Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.38lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.17d

Volume Four contains computer scans of historical documents of importance to the series on Conklin History from the archives of the Circuit Court of Loudoun County and the Prosperity Baptist Church in Conklin. Digital copies of all of these records and other files are...

It has always been mankind's gift, or curse, to be inquisitive, and through the ages people have been driven to explore the limits of the worlds known to them--and beyond. Here are the stories of forty of the world's greatest explorers from Europe, America,...

Author: History TitansISBN-13: 9798232104634Publisher: History TitansLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/25/2020Pages: 76Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.18lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.16d

Author: Sarah Alam MalikISBN-10: 0063476525ISBN-13: 9780063476523Publisher: William Morrow & CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/05/2026Pages: 256Format: Hardcover

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

Witness the rise and fall of ancient empires and forgotten cultures--and their epic stories--with this unique map-led history. From Mesopotamia's thriving trade hubs to the spectacular cities of the Inca, such as Machu Picchu, Civilizations Map By Map charts the rise and fall of...

A rare firsthand account of Maya life emerges from the same figure responsible for erasing much of it. This translation presents Diego de Landa's defense of his actions in 1562, offering one of the few surviving descriptions of Maya society, ritual practice, scientific knowledge,...

Travel through the entire human story-brought to life with full-color maps, vivid illustrations, and rich infographics that make the past feel close enough to touch. From Mesopotamia's first cities to the digital age, witness the rise and fall of empires, the sparks of revolutions,...

Travel through the entire human story-brought to life with full-color maps, vivid illustrations, and rich infographics that make the past feel close enough to touch. From Mesopotamia's first cities to the digital age, witness the rise and fall of empires, the sparks of revolutions,...

This volume brings together innovative research to explore the profound impact of resources on the development of early societies. Divided into three major themes - lifeworlds in resource landscapes, skill and embodied knowledge, and the role of resources within complex systems - the volume...

This volume brings together innovative research to explore the profound impact of resources on the development of early societies. Divided into three major themes - lifeworlds in resource landscapes, skill and embodied knowledge, and the role of resources within complex systems - the volume...

Life is stressful and complicated. We deal with good and bad choices, competing desires, and contradictory influences, pressures, and ideals. We are fortunate to have a reliable guide, our conscience, if properly used. It is our opportunity and responsibility to understand and utilize it....

Discover more mind-blowing books and audiobooks at FelixGrayson.com100 Mind-Blowing Ancient Civilizations: 100 Lost Worlds and Their Incredible SecretsHistory isn't just dates and dusty ruins-it's a wild world of lost cities, forgotten empires, and jaw-dropping inventions that still have experts scratching their heads. Whether you're...

This book explores the determining factors of Celtic mercenarism through a multidimensional approach, going beyond traditional stereotypes. Through a rigorous analysis of ancient sources and an anthropological perspective, it sheds light on the warrior culture and patronage system of Celtic societies. Contrary to the...

The History of Food takes you on a trip through what people have eaten and how it has shaped our lives. This book shows why learning about food history matters, highlighting how food reflects culture, technology, and society.Starting with early human diets, the book...