History - Civilization

The Sumerians, the pragmatic and gifted people who preceded the Semites in the land first known as Sumer and later as Babylonia, created what was probably the first high civilization in the history of man, spanning the fifth to the second millenniums BC. This...

Late Antique Responses to the Arab Conquests is a showcase of new discoveries in an exciting and rapidly developing field: the study of the transition from Late Antiquity to Early Islam. The Arab conquests are shown to have changed both the Arabian conquerors and...

As political power in Rome became centered on the emperor and his family, a system of honors and titles developed as one way to negotiate this new power dynamic. Classified under the modern collective heading 'imperial cult' (or emperor worship or ruler cult), this...

Exploring a wide array of commensal practices, Feasting and Polis Institutions shows how feasts defined religious and political institutions in the Greek polis from the Early Iron Age to the Imperial Period.Author: Floris Van Den EijndeISBN-10: 900435672XISBN-13: 9789004356726Publisher: BrillLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/17/2018Pages: 386Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.61lbsSize:...

The voice now had a smiling quality: "we are going to place a particular text into your memory. You will deliver it at determined places for selected audiences. You will appear alone to the recipients. We will be there accompanying you. You will be...

This book is a shortened version of The Oqual Cycle without data and charts so as to provide a seamless reading experience for the non-technical audience. Briefly, every nation today is teetering on the brink of a societal meltdown as it finds itself in...

The Short History of Libraries, Printing and Language tells the story of printing, language, books, writing and libraries. Learn about the development of ink, papyrus, parchment, paper and the story of Johannes Gutenberg's printing press. This Indiana Edition relates the history of early Indiana...

Author: Arthur H. NiehoffISBN-10: 1585002577ISBN-13: 9781585002573Publisher: 1st Book LibraryLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/19/1990Pages: 296Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.79lbsSize: 7.96h x 4.97w x 0.86d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1920 Edition.Author: E. a. Wallis BudgeISBN-10: 1497938511ISBN-13: 9781497938519Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 62Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.21lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.13d

This mini-book is a chapter from my forthcoming book Enlightenment 101: A Guide to God-Realization and Higher Human Culture. The book looks at the experience of enlightenment for the individual and the race. This chapter was begun in dialogue with an online correspondent who...

The Ancestor Chain explores the often desperate circumstances of our direct line relatives living hundreds and even thousands of years ago. They carried forward, through subsequent generations, common DNA Haplogroups that you probably posses in your genes today. Your ancestors traveled across the Fertile...

This enthralling and challenging work will cast doubt on practically every prevailing view of Christianity's origins, suggesting that even the most radical forms of Higher Criticism are grossly in error as to both historical timelines and sociological conditions prevailing during the 1st Century A.D....

Originally published in 1852, this work contains information and illustrations detailing the important discoveries made during the excavation of the lost city of Pompeii. Pompeii was an ancient Roman town-city near the modern Italian city of Naples. It is famed for being one of...

Sir William Smith (1813 - 1893) was a famous English lexicographer. He taught at University College specializing in classical studies. In 1842 he wrote A Dictionary of Greek and Roman Antiquities. Smith wrote several books on Greek and Latin for students. A Smaller history...

The Traces Of Man's Fall Within And Without is a book written by W. C. E. Newbolt that explores the concept of original sin and its impact on humanity. The author argues that the fall of man in the Garden of Eden has left...

This volume combines Xenophon's "Hellenica, Books VI & VII" and "Anabasis, Books I-III", offering readers a valuable insight into classical Greek history and literature. Xenophon, a student of Socrates, provides a first-hand account of pivotal events and military campaigns, marked by his clear 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,...

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 long-standing series provides the guild of religion scholars a venue for publishing aimed primarily at colleagues. It includes scholarly monographs, revised dissertations, Festschriften, conference papers, and translations of ancient and medieval documents. Works cover the sub-disciplines of biblical studies, history of Christianity, history...

"An Ätman Visits Planet Earth" is a science fiction story of a robotic person, Horatio, using a remarkably new form of energy to travel at just under the speed of light from his own planet, Ragnarök, to planet Earth 250 million years ago. By...

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...

The Unheard Voice of Law in Bartolomé de las Casas's Brevísima relación de la destruición de las Indias reinterprets Las Casas's controversial treatise as a legal document, whose legal character is linked to civil and ecclesial genres of the Early Modern and late Renaissance...

The Unheard Voice of Law in Bartolomé de las Casas's Brevísima relación de la destruición de las Indias reinterprets Las Casas's controversial treatise as a legal document, whose legal character is linked to civil and ecclesial genres of the Early Modern and late Renaissance...

Updated to incorporate a substantial new epilogue considering Brexit and its 'imperial' implications, this is an essential introduction to British imperialism from its Victorian heyday to the present. Supported by maps, images and a chronology, it is perfect for both students and those interested...

Wonderful Ethiopians of the Ancient Cushite Empire by Drusilla Dunjee Houston is a groundbreaking historical work that reclaims the legacy of Africa's earliest and most influential civilizations. Written in the early 20th century, Houston's book challenges the Eurocentric narratives that overlooked or diminished African...

The Complete Collection of Enduring Enigmas, Ancient Secrets, and Unsolved CrimesForget surface-level summaries; we bring you compelling narratives, cutting-edge theories, and every tantalizing clue in the greatest unsolved mysteries of all time.Five manuscripts in one book: Historical Unsolved Mysteries: A Captivating Guide to the...

Huns: Riders of the Horizon by Matthew Taylor is an epic journey into the rise, reign, and enduring legacy of one of history's most feared nomadic peoples. From the vast steppes of Central Asia to the heart of Europe, the Huns reshaped civilizations, toppled...

Award-winning ancient historian, archeologist, and social media sensation Dr. Jess Venner (@lifeinthepastlane_) brings the citizens of Pompeii back to life through a vibrant account of their final day before Mt. Vesuvius's eruption.While the ruins of Pompeii still stand today, silent and perfectly preserved in...

How did Teotihuacán in Mexico become one of the world's largest cities? Why did Roman soldiers in Britain worship a Persian god? What important roles did women play in the Mongol empire? Panorama explores these questions by following the journey of humankind in a...

Long before the pyramids of Egypt or Stonehenge were built, an ancient site in southeastern Turkey was changing the course of human history. Gobekli Tepe, a monumental complex buried for millennia, challenges everything we thought we knew about the origins of civilization. Archaeologists uncovered...

Bulgaria: The Unseen Heart of Europe's Enduring SpiritTucked away in the Balkans, Bulgaria has long been overshadowed by empires, its compelling story often overlooked. From Roman and Byzantine rule to the centuries-long Ottoman domination, this resilient nation was kept behind closed doors. Through it...

Unbreakable Spirit: The Untold Story of HaitiEver wondered how a small Caribbean nation defied the odds and reshaped global history? Haiti, a land frequently overlooked, holds one of humanity's most compelling narratives. It's the epic account of enslaved people who triumphed over a formidable...

A foundational document in the history of law, this volume presents one of the earliest known legal codes from ancient Mesopotamia, issued by Babylonian King Hammurabi around 1760 BC. It details a comprehensive system of justice, listing crimes and their corresponding punishments, civil regulations,...

Embark on a captivating journey through history with "The Industrial Revolution: A Concise History." This comprehensive overview explores the transformative era that redefined human civilization, from its agrarian roots to the rise of the machine age and beyond. Discover the key innovations, social upheavals,...

This is a supplement to the first six volumes of THE WORLD OF YOUR ANCESTORS - DATES series. Once again, readers can step into the past to get a bigger picture of a particular month or year. There is additional background information on previously...

The book, "Faces of Terrorism and The Ultimate Solution", takes the reader's mind away from the barriers of caste and creed, towards a soothing inclination to think about a peaceful human society. The author P. P. S. Bambah has projected many different types of...

This volume presents a new account, informed by recent scholarship on ancient narrative fiction, of a world that calls to mind the scenes of the Palestrina mosaic, with ships traversing the Nile delta, hippopotamus hunting, religious processions and festivities, and leizurely sightseeing. The commentary...

A story is being told in the midst of the harsh and windswept landscapes that once sheltered the flourishing Indus Valley Civilization. This story is an archaeological odyssey that bridges the gap between the past and the present. The book "Indus Enigma: Chronicles of...

���� Introducing the "Babylonian Empire 1894 BC - 1595 BC: From Sands to Splendor" Book Bundle ����Step into the captivating world of the ancient Babylonian Empire with this meticulously crafted book bundle that delves deep into the rise, reign, culture, and eventual decline of...

This is the second volume in a trilogy dedicated to the early expansion of Islam. The first was about Asia, the second is about Africa, and the third is about Europe.This book's research background focuses on the rise and expansion of Islamic empires from...

The Second Treatise of Government outlines John Locke's theory of civil society. Locke begins by describing the state of nature, and argues that all men are created equal in the state of nature by God. From this, he goes on to explain the hypothetical...

Ancient history is full of mysteries, and Machu Picchu is one of the most interesting topics. The amazing and incredible Machu Picchu is explored, specifically addressing what secrets does this sacred place holds? What civilization built the citadel at Machu Picchu? How did science...

Frankness, Greek Culture, and the Roman Empire discusses the significance of parrhēsia (free and frank speech) in Greek culture of the Roman empire. Author: Dana FieldsISBN-10: 036751799XISBN-13: 9780367517991Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/31/2023Pages: 236Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.78lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.52d

From New York Times bestselling historian Dan Jones, a grand and sweeping exploration of the world's most awe-inspiring buildings, told through the lives of the people that fought, prayed, survived, and died within them Castles have been built to defend humanity for millennia--from the...

Viking Language 1: Learn Old Norse, Runes and Icelandic Sagas, Third Edition is the new revised and expanded introduction to Old Norse language, Icelandic sagas, and runes. Written by a professor with years of experience teaching Old Norse and Icelandic, this user-friendly 3rd edition...

Unlock the Unsolved: The Lost Chapters of Human HistoryWhere did the mighty Ninth Roman Legion disappear to? Why are the Nazca Lines only visible from the sky in an age before flight? And how has the Voynich Manuscript resisted every decoding attempt for over...

Step into the lost worlds of the Maya, Aztec, and Inca-civilizations whose brilliance still echoes today. What you're about to discover will change how you see the Americas forever. Few people know the hidden truth behind the pyramids of the Aztec, the calendars of...

For more than six centuries, the Ottoman Empire stood as one of history's most formidable political and economic powers, stretching at its height from the gates of Vienna to the Persian Gulf, from the steppes of Ukraine to the deserts of North Africa. Between...

A powerful journey through the defining moments of Jamaica's history-told year by year, and through the voices of those who lived it.The Timeline of Jamaica: The Birth and Shaping of a Nation (Pre-1494-1962) chronicles the island's most pivotal events-from the arrival of its first...