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...

Take a journey into England's past through riveting tales of the people and events that helped shape it.Do you like to delve into historical events from the past?Would you like to learn more about renowned events and figures in English history?Are you looking for...

The Oniad community was a mercenary and priestly Jewish settlement in Greco-Roman Egypt. This community recognized an exiled high priest of the Jerusalem Temple as its founder and met its end after a Mediterranean-wide uprising that shook the foundations of the Roman Empire. This...

Scientists, historians and archaeologists are at last beginning to collaborate seriously on studies of the long-term history of the environment. The fruit of an international conference held in Rome in 2011, The Ancient Mediterranean Environment between Science and History brings together scientists and scholars...

The Natural Law of Money is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1894. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher...

An eight year old boy named James, aka the wannabe Cisco Kid, nearly lost his life as he searched for precious metal in a bone dry southwest Arizona gulley. He retrieved only pyrite before a desert flood swept away his world. Over the course...

In this fully revised fourth edition, this book treats globalization from several vantage points, showing how these help grasp the nature of globalization both in the past and today.The revisions include greater attention to the complications of racism (after 1500) and nationalism (after 1850);...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Ideology of Purity challenges the assumption that animal breeding has served as a reliable model for eugenics through a direct comparison of the views of eugenicists with those of animal breeders. Eugenicists have cited animal breeding to justify their conceptions on human heredity and...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Author: Patrick WymanISBN-10: 0063256487ISBN-13: 9780063256484Publisher: HarperLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/05/2026Pages: 352Format: Hardcover

Taíno Myths: The Stories That Shaped the CaribbeanBefore any European set foot on Caribbean shores, the Taíno people flourished, their lives intertwined with rich beliefs and powerful ancient tales. This book unveils their legacy.This book is an intimate portrait of a culture that overcame...

South Africa's Epic History: From Early Beginnings to the Rise of the Rainbow NationTwo manuscripts in one book: History of South Africa: A Captivating Guide to Its Colonial Past, Military Conflicts, Apartheid, and Post 1994 The Boer War: A Captivating Guide to Its Causes,...

In this "terrific" (San Francisco Chronicle) book, an award-winning author tells the story of how humans invented history, from the Stone Age to the Virtual Age Traveling across millennia and cultures, The Invention of Yesterday argues that world history is a narrative we're constantly...

Discover how people have made and enjoyed this famous drink for thousands of years in History of Wine. If you are looking for a wine history book, a book on wine for your shelf, or books about wine that explore the past, this guide...

EUTROPIUS, Roman historian, flourished in the latter half of the 4th century A.D. He held the office of secretary at Constantinople, accompanied Julian on his expedition against the Persians (363), and was alive during the reign of Valens (364-378), to whom he dedicates his...

What determined the choices of the Greeks on the battlefield? Were their tactics defined by unwritten moral rules, or was all considered fair in war? In Classical Greek Tactics: A Cultural History, Roel Konijnendijk re-examines the literary evidence for the battle tactics and tactical...

Eddy Kent examines novels, short stories, poems, essays, memoirs, private correspondence, and parliamentary speeches related to the East India Company and the Indian Civil Service to explain the origins of the imperial ethos of "virtuous service."Author: Eddy KentISBN-10: 1442648465ISBN-13: 9781442648463Publisher: University of Toronto PressLanguage:...

For Harry Redner, the phrase "beyond civilization" refers to the new and unprecedented condition the world is now entering'specifically, the condition commonly known as globalizationAuthor: Harry RednerISBN-10: 1138519499ISBN-13: 9781138519497Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/20/2017Pages: 424Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.62lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d

By redirecting focus away from traditional areas of historical examination, such as battles on the Western Front and military strategy, this volume illustrates World War I's omnipresence throughout the world, in particular its effect on less studied peoples and regions.Author: Robert B. McCormickISBN-10: 1138343838ISBN-13:...

God in the Mirror reconsiders the place of law in the existing bodies of knowledge. Navigating the texts of Ovid, Augustine, Roman jurists, medieval canon lawyers, Freud, Lacan, the notebooks of Leonardo de Vinci, and the paintings of Rene Magritte, this is a crucial...

Tepe Yahya provides a stratigraphic sequence that stretches some 6,000 years, from the Neolithic period to the early centuries AD. As a result, the site is critical for understanding cultural processes in southeastern Iran. In this volume of results of the excavations at Tepe...

"With the coming forward of Greece, mankind became the center of the universe, the most important thing in it." -Edith Hamilton, Mythology Through vivid prose and sharp analysis, Edith Hamilton brings to life the spirit of classical Greece, celebrating its achievements in art, philosophy,...

This book looks at the origins and development of ancient New World civilizations. It examines the development of the Olmec, Maya, Aztec, and Inca peoples, among others, from simple agricultural societies to urban civilizations with complex transportation networks.Author: Richard Ew AdamsISBN-10: 0367314517ISBN-13: 9780367314514Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage:...

Author: Magdy HusseinISBN-13: 9798898896270Publisher: Dr. Magdy HusseinLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/24/2025Pages: 170Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.52lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.36d

Author: Henry GeeISBN-10: 1250325609ISBN-13: 9781250325600Publisher: St. Martin's GriffinLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/04/2026Pages: 288Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 8.25h x 5.38w x 1.00d

The Full Story of African American History - All in One PlaceMost history books only tell part of the story. They might teach a little about slavery, a few famous names, or the Civil Rights Movement. But there's so much more to know.This book...

From the internationally bestselling author who revolutionized our understanding of the Ice Age and challenged conventional archaeologyPrepare to embark on an extraordinary journey through time, as we uncover the most explosive archaeological revelations of our era. For too long, mainstream academia has dismissed the...

If a book can help provide a measure of insight into this dark turbulent age we find ourselves engulfed as a Nation this historical-fictitious read fits the bill. At a time when the Nation is on the brink of Moral Bankruptcy and on the...

The European Union, NATO, the euro, and central and eastern Europe after the fall of communism.Author: Lidija Rangelovska, Sam VakninISBN-13: 9798309433698Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/04/2025Pages: 144Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.44lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d

Few topics evoke as much fascination, fear, and intrigue as cannibalism. The History of Cannibalism delves deep into this taboo practice, exploring its roots in prehistoric societies, its role in rituals and survival, and its enduring presence in modern culture. This book provides a...

ARCHITECTURE OF THE BODY, SOUL, AND MIND explores the three greatest movements of western architecture to see how their concepts of beauty were formed by their philosophers. The book makes the case that each style was rooted in a particular aspect of humanity which...

Author: Percy S. P. HandcockISBN-10: 1666777455ISBN-13: 9781666777451Publisher: Wipf & Stock PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/08/2023Pages: 510Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.87lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d

Beneath the Dust of Time is an unconventional combination of history and the etymology of names. It was inspired and guided by two new paradigms. The first is the "Sahara hypothesis." This theory postulates a historical migration from North Africa to Europe, the Middle...

Babylonian and Assyrian Laws, Contracts and Letters is a book written by C. H. W. Johns that provides an in-depth insight into the legal and administrative systems of Babylon and Assyria. The book explores the codes of law, contracts, and letters that were used...

""World Revolution Or the Plot Against Civilization"" is a political and historical book written by Nesta H. Webster. The book explores the concept of world revolution and the forces behind it. Webster argues that there is a plot against civilization, and that this plot...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Explore the vibrant tapestry of "Medieval Europe" in this comprehensive historical account by H. W. C. Davis. Delve into the social, political, and cultural landscape of the Middle Ages, a pivotal era that shaped the course of European history and civilization. This meticulously researched...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

"In this wonderful book, Thomas Patterson effectively dethrones the concept of 'civilization' as an abstract good, transcending human society."--Martin Bernal Drawing on his extensive knowledge of early societies, Thomas C. Patterson shows how class, sexism, and racism have been integral to the appearance of...

The governance of the dead in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries gave rise to a new arrangement of thanato-politics in the West. Legal, medical and bureaucratic institutions developed innovative technologies for managing the dead, maximising their efficacy and exploiting their vitality. Law and the...

Accessible and enlightening, Hannibal's Dynasty provides the full story of Carthage's achievement, going beyond the usual focus on Hannibal and military matters alone to look at a wide range of political and diplomatic issues too. Dexter Hoyos shows how the aristocratic Barcid family won...

Ancient history is, first of all, a written history based on the following sources: documents, manuscripts, printed books, paintings, monuments, and artifacts. When a school textbook tells us that Genghis Khan in the year XXX A.D or Alexander the Great in the year YYY...

This new edition of The Essential Guide to Western Civilization provides a succinct and engaging overview of European history for students.Author: Nicholas L. WaddyISBN-10: 1032939273ISBN-13: 9781032939278Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/08/2025Pages: 450Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.35lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.93d

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

The ancient world of the Mediterranean and the Near East saw the birth and collapse of great civilizations. While several of these are well known, many have been unjustly forgotten. History is overflowing with different cultures that have all evolved over time, sometimes dissolving...

The renowned New York Times bestselling author of Before the Dawn breaks down the startling ways that evolution explains why societies succeed and fail. In the modern world, human nature is seldom taken into account by those who would reshape society. Nicholas Wade argues...

We were told that mankind evolved from a hunter-gatherer group to an advanced civilization overnight, but this isn't the case. Over time, groups of advanced civilizations seeded and modified us for specific purposes, but there are forces of darkness holding us back and forces...