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Vendor: Ahoy Publications
American History Stories: 101 True and Fascinating Tales of Major Events and People from the United States' Past
���� Uncover the soul of America with American History Stories! ����Embark on an enthralling journey where each story is a thread in the vast tapestry of the United States' legacy.This collection of 101 true tales masterfully narrates the pivotal events and influential figures that...- $17.99
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Vendor: History Nerds
Ancient Egypt
In "Ancient Egypt" journey back in time to one of the most fascinating civilizations in history. This concise yet comprehensive book takes you on a captivating exploration of the land of the pharaohs, offering a clear and insightful overview of ancient Egyptian culture, society,...- $11.99
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Vendor: Zahi Hawass
Pyramids: Treasure, Mysteries, and New Discoveries in Egypt
This awe-inspiring and revelatory volume is a comprehensive and authoritative presentation of the most recent archaeological findings on the Egyptian Pyramids. After his successful Netflix documentary Unknown: The Lost Pyramid, world-renowned Egyptologist, Zahi Hawass, updates readers on the newest discoveries related to the pyramids....- $40.00
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Vendor: Fernanda Pirie
The Rule of Laws: A 4,000-Year Quest to Order the World
From ancient Mesopotamia to today, an "exceptionally rich narrative" (Wall Street Journal) of how humans have used laws to forge civilizations Rulers throughout history have used laws to impose order. But laws were not simply instruments of power and social control. They also offered ordinary people a...- $22.99
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Vendor: Charles River
The Janissaries and Sipahi: The History of the Elite Infantry and Cavalry that Fueled the Ottoman Empire's Expansion
In terms of geopolitics, perhaps the most seminal event of the Middle Ages was the successful Ottoman siege of Constantinople in 1453. The city had been an imperial capital as far back as the 4th century, when Constantine the Great shifted the power center...- $12.99
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Vendor: Frank Amparo
Agave's Ambrosia: A Spirited History of Tequila
Unveiling the Spirit of Mexico: The Definitive History of Tequila from a True Connoisseur Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey through the captivating world of tequila? Look no further! "Agave's Ambrosia: The Spirited History of Tequila" is the ultimate guide to...- $14.97
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Vendor: A. L. Childers
Constantine's Ploy: How Christianity Became a Tool for Social Control
In the realm of power and control, religion has always played a significant role in shaping societal norms. Constantine, the Emperor of Rome in the 4th century, recognized this and cleverly harnessed the power of Christianity to achieve his own political agenda. This book...- $12.99
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Vendor: A. J. Kingston
Mayan Kingdom
Introducing the "MAYAN KINGDOM" Book Bundle: Unveil the Enigma of Ancient Maya CivilizationUnlock the captivating secrets of the Mayan civilization with our exclusive "MAYAN KINGDOM" book bundle. Delve into the intricate tapestry of Mayan mythology, astronomy, cosmology, and religion that shaped the destiny of...- $39.95
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Vendor: Charles River
The Carlist Wars: The History and Legacy of the Spanish Civil Wars in the 19th Century
Thinking of Spain as a modern nation state today distorts the complicated reality that the Iberian Peninsula faced in the past. Spain was a nation in progress, consisting of regions united under the Spanish crown, but with strong regional identities based on different historical...- $9.99
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Vendor: Albert Schweitzer
The Decay and the Restoration of Civilization ..
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Vendor: Stoddard Theodore Lothrop
The Revolt Against Civilization: The Menace of the Under Man
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Vendor: Robert 1903- Strausz-Hupé
The Zone of Indifference
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The Ancient Worlds of Asia: From Mesopotamia to the Yellow River
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Vendor: Harold 1886-1968 Nicolson
The Age of Reason, the Eighteenth Century
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Vendor: Chas Kuzyk
The Olmec: Exploring The History & Culture Of The World's Greatest Civilizations: Olmec Civilization Inventions
The Olmec were the first major civilization in Mexico. They lived in the tropical lowlands on the Gulf of Mexico in the present-day Mexican states of Veracruz and Tabasco.This book comprehensively covers the history, culture, and lingering mysteries behind the Toltec, profiling their origins...- $8.99
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Vendor: Salman Kapoor
Chakra for Beginners: Guide 2 Books in 1: Chakra Meditation, Healing to Expand Mind Power, Heal Your Body, Third Eye, Kundalini, Enhance Psy
2 Books in 1 Boxset★Awaken the Amazing Powers of Your Chakras★Do you want to understand Chakras and how they work to get health and positive energy in your life?Would you like to unlock the life-altering secret to wisdom and the truth of our existence?...- $9.99
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Vendor: Paul R. Wonning
Short History of Gardening and Agriculture: From Forest Gardens to the Modern Tractor
Agriculture and Gardening HistoryGardening and agriculture are important pillars of our culture. Short History of Gardening and Agriculture relates the story of agriculture from Neolithic times until the emergence of modern agriculture.Neolithic RevolutionDuring the Neolithic Revolution that began around the end of the last...- $10.99
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Vendor: Ian Armit
Celtic Scotland
This authoritative and handsomely illustrated book is aimed at the general reader who wants to know about the mysteriouspeople who inhabited Scotland from the Bronze Age onwards. They created wonderful works of art in gold and silver and theirbrochs and hillforts are scattered over...- $21.95
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Vendor: Saify Arsiwala
Unperishable Humans: Why Humans Will Never Become Extinct
Amongst all species created on this Earth, Humans are perhaps the only species who have survived for long. In the course of Evolution, many species got extinct. This book discusses the progress that Humans have made and how they remain Imperishable, and would never...- $9.60
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Vendor: Csaba Varga
The Origin of Intellect
The writer introduces you to finds, reminders of cultural products created in prehistoric times. Some archaeological finds contain drawings, writings, numerals made partially 20-30.000 years ago. We can see petrified human foot prints together wit that of dinosaurs. A three million years old human...- $13.80
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Vendor: Niranjan Shah
Indian Origins of Ancient Civilizations: (Egyptian, Sumerian, Greek, Chinese, American)
Generally it is believed that the cradle of civilization is Mesopotamia. Importance is given to India's role also. Number of Western scholars have shown that India was the first civilization, from where elements of civilization went to Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, China and to America....- $14.99
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Vendor: Thomas Bertram Thomas
The Arabs - The Life Story of a People Who Have Left Their Deep Impress on the World
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Thomas Bertram Thomas, Bertram ThomasISBN-10:...- $51.99
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Vendor: Jay Julian Rosellini
Haider, Jelinek, and the Austrian Culture Wars
Austria, a small country that was once part of a great empire, rarely makes an appearance in the US media. In the past few decades, only Kurt Waldheim (1918-2007), the former Secretary General of the UN accused of war crimes, J rg Haider (1950-2008),...- $15.00
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Vendor: Benjamin R. Foster
The Age of Agade: Inventing Empire in Ancient Mesopotamia
The Age of Agade is the first book-length study of the Akkadian period of Mesopotamian history, which saw the rise and fall of the world's first empire during more than a century of extraordinary political, social, and cultural innovation. It draws together more than...- $240.00
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Vendor: Ryan Boehm
City and Empire in the Age of the Successors: Urbanization and Social Response in the Making of the Hellenistic Kingdoms
In the chaotic decades after the death of Alexander the Great, the world of the Greek city-state became deeply embroiled in the political struggles and unremitting violence of his successors' contest for supremacy. As these presumptive rulers turned to the practical reality of administering...- $95.00
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Vendor: Kenneth A. Loparo
Bonds of Blood: Gender, Lifecycle, and Sacrifice in Aztec Culture
The history of the Aztecs has been haunted by the spectre of human sacrifice. Reinvesting the Aztecs with a humanity frequently denied to them, and exploring their spectacular religious violence as a comprehensible element of life, this book integrates a fresh interpretation of gender...- $54.99
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Vendor: Greg Fisher
Between Empires: Arabs, Romans, and Sasanians in Late Antiquity
In Between Empires Greg Fisher tackles the problem of pre-Islamic Arab identity by examining the relationship between the Roman Empire and the Empire of Sasanian Iran, and a selection of their Arab allies and neighbours, the Jafnids, Nasrids, and Hujrids. Fisher focuses on the...- $59.00
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Vendor: Anthony Grafton
Magus: The Art of Magic from Faustus to Agrippa
In literary legend, Faustus is the quintessential occult personality of early modern Europe. The historical Faustus, however, was something quite different: a magus--a learned magician fully embedded in the scholarly currents and public life of the Renaissance. And he was hardly the only one....- $45.95
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Vendor: Captivating History
Sikh History: A Captivating Guide to the Story of Sikhism, From Spiritual Beginnings to Heroic Stands
���� Dive Into the Heart of Sikhism: Your Ultimate Guide to Understanding an Unyielding Faith & Fierce Warriors! ����Two manuscripts in one book: History of the Sikhs: A Captivating Guide to the Origins of Sikhism in India, the Sikh Empire, Colonialism, and Modern Times...- $27.99
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Vendor: Billy Wellman
Mexican History: An Enthralling Guide to the History of Mexico, from Its Ancient Civilizations, the Spanish Conquest, and War of Indepe
Dive into the heart of Mexico's vibrant history with Mexican History!This book is your passport to understanding the forces that have shaped the fascinating nation of Mexico. From the dawn of civilizations to the challenges of the modern era, this compelling and comprehensive book...- $27.99
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Vikings in England: An Enthralling Guide to the Great Heathen Army and the Viking Raids, Wars, and Settlement in Britain
Embark on a gripping journey back in time with Vikings in England, a riveting narrative that brings the saga of Norse warriors on English soil to life.This meticulously researched guide delves into the heart of the Middle Ages, revealing the profound impact of Viking...- $26.99
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Vendor: Ambika Aiyadurai
Tigers Are Our Brothers: Anthropology of Wildlife Conservation in Northeast India
The Idu Mishmi people of Dibang Valley, Arunachal Pradesh, believe that tigers are their elder brothers. Killing tigers is, for the Idu Mishmi, a taboo. While their beliefs support wildlife conservation, they also offer a critique of the dominant mode of nature protection. Tigers...- $65.00
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Vendor: Sophia Bisch-Meyer
Dialogangebote. Die Anrede Des Kaisers Jenseits Der Offiziellen Titulatur
Der Kaiser war der Bevkerung im Rischen Reich auf vielf舁tige Weise pr舖ent, durch Statuen auf fentlichen Pl舩zen, sein Bildnis auf M?zen oder seinen Namen in Inschriften. Dabei waren seine Untertanen nicht nur Rezipienten kaiserlicher Selbstdarstellung, sondern beteiligten sich auch aktiv an der Ausgestaltung der...- $159.00
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Vendor: Charles A. Eastman
From the Deep Woods to Civilization
""From The Deep Woods To Civilization"" is a memoir written by Charles A. Eastman, a Native American who was born and raised in the deep woods of Minnesota in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles Eastman's life, from his early childhood spent with his...- $42.95
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Vendor: Zahi Hawass
Cleopatra: The Search for the Last Queen of Egypt
Beautiful, mysterious, and tragic, Cleopatra remains one of the most mesmerizing women of all time--and here is her story, based on the latest archaeological research. Secrets unfold in the official companion book to the new exhibition cosponsored by National Geographic, opening in Philadelphia in...- $28.00
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Vendor: Yuval Noah Harari
Sapiens: A Graphic History, Volume 3: The Masters of History
This third volume of the illustrated adaptation of the internationally bestselling phenomenon, Sapiens: A Graphic History--The Masters of History, tackles the question of the driving force of humanity's fate: is it empire, money, religion--or something else entirely--that unites us?Sometimes history seems like a laundry...- $40.00
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Vendor: Uta Seeburg
How Would You Like Your Mammoth?: 12,000 Years of Culinary History in 50 Bite-Size Essays
Did you know that Egyptians mummified beef ribs for their dearly departed to enjoy in the afterlife? That Roman gladiators were relegated to a vegan diet of grains and beans? That the fast-food hamburger was a result of a postwar, high-efficiency work ethic? This...- $45.95
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Vendor: Neema Parvini
The Prophets of Doom
Linear and progressive views of history have dominated the popular imagination for the past seventy years in a worldview wedded to the inexorable rise of globalisation and GDP-growth at any cost. However, the end of the Cold War failed to produce the end of...- $29.90
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Vendor: Uta Seeburg
How Would You Like Your Mammoth?: 12,000 Years of Culinary History in 50 Bite-Size Essays
Did you know that Egyptians mummified beef ribs for their dearly departed to enjoy in the afterlife? That Roman gladiators were relegated to a vegan diet of grains and beans? That the fast-food hamburger was a result of a postwar, high-efficiency work ethic? This...- $39.99
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Vendor: Thomas Cahill
How the Irish Saved Civilization: The Untold Story of Ireland's Heroic Role from the Fall of Rome to the Rise of Medieval Europe
The perfect St. Patrick's Day gift, and a book in the best tradition of popular history -- the untold story of Ireland's role in maintaining Western culture while the Dark Ages settled on Europe. Every year millions of Americans celebrate St. Patrick's Day, but...- $19.00
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Vendor: Roland Burrage 1875-1934 Dixon
The Building of Cultures
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Vendor: Simon Nelson Patten
The New Basis Of Civilization (1907)
The New Basis of Civilization (1907) is a book written by Simon Nelson Patten, an American economist and professor at the University of Pennsylvania. In this book, Patten argues that civilization is based on economic principles and that the progress of society depends on...- $42.95
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Vendor: S. Kalyanaraman
Indus Script: Meluhha metalwork hieroglyphs
Who were the ancient people who created the script and what purpose did it serve? 1. The creators of the script are Meluhhans, ancestors of present-day people of India. 2. The script catalogs Bronze Age metalwork and trade. 3. Indus Script inscriptions are the...- $30.99
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Vendor: Kyle Smith
Constantine and the Captive Christians of Persia: Martyrdom and Religious Identity in Late Antiquity Volume 57
It is widely believed that the Emperor Constantine's conversion to Christianity politicized religious allegiances, dividing the Christian Roman Empire from the Zoroastrian Sasanian Empire and leading to the persecution of Christians in Persia. This account, however, is based on Greek ecclesiastical histories and Syriac...- $34.95
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Vendor: Eric Vanhaute
Peasants in World History
This is the first world history of peasants. Peasants in World History analyzes the multiple transformations of peasant life through history by focusing on three primary areas: the organization of peasant societies, their integration within wider societal structures, and the changing connections between local,...- $49.95
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Vendor: Daniel Quinn
Beyond Civilization: Humanity's Next Great Adventure
In Beyond Civilization, Daniel Quinn thinks the unthinkable. We all know there's no one right way to build a bicycle, no one right way to design an automobile, no one right way to make a pair of shoes, but we're convinced that there must...- $18.00
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Vendor: Max Adams
The First Kingdom: Britain in the Age of Arthur
The bestselling author of The King in the North turns his attention to the obscure era of British history known as 'the age of Arthur'. 'Not just a valuable book, but a distinctive one as well' Tom Holland, Sunday Times 'An accessible and illuminating...- $18.99
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Vendor: Yuval Noah Harari
Sapiens: A Graphic History, Volume 3: The Masters of History
This third volume of the illustrated adaptation of the internationally bestselling phenomenon, Sapiens: A Graphic History--The Masters of History, tackles the question of the driving force of humanity's fate: is it empire, money, religion--or something else entirely--that unites us?Sometimes history seems like a laundry...- $27.99
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Vendor: Martin Puchner
The Written World: The Power of Stories to Shape People, History, and Civilization
The story of literature in sixteen acts--from Homer to Harry Potter, including The Tale of Genji, Don Quixote, The Communist Manifesto, and how they shaped world history In this groundbreaking book, Martin Puchner leads us on a remarkable journey through time and around the...- $22.00
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Vendor: Mahbub H. Khan
Making of the World: Sapiens' Journey From Wilderness to Civilization
This book is "a strong summary of world history and social evolution" (Timothy Earle, Emeritus Professor of Anthropology, Northwestern University, USA).Humanity was once divided into thousands of small nomadic groups, hardly knowing each other. Each lived inside its bubble of myths and beliefs. The...- $22.99
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