History - Europe - General

New English translation of this classic work by Adolf Hitler, in fully readable American English. Includes numbered section headings, helpful footnotes, index, and bibliography. Mein Kampf has not appeared in a new English version since the 1940s, and all existing editions are poorly translated....

A new English translation of the classic work by Adolf Hitler. This edition brings together the best, timeliest, and most interesting passages from the original two-volume work. It includes a detailed Introduction, section headings, helpful footnotes, bibliography, and a useful index.Mein Kampf is the...

New English translation of this classic work by Adolf Hitler, in fully readable American English. Includes numbered section headings, helpful footnotes, index, and bibliography. Mein Kampf has not appeared in a new English version since the 1940s, and all existing editions are poorly translated....

Mein Karnpf is the autobiography and articulated worldview of one of the most consequential and visionary leaders in world history. It is also one of the most maligned and least understood texts of the 20th century. There have been so many obfuscations, deceptions, and...

Crete, 1770. Ioannis Vlachos - Daskalogiannis, "John the Teacher" - is a Sfakian shipowner who has read Voltaire, struck his own coinage, and built four ships from nothing. When the Empress Catherine promises a Russian fleet, he raises a flag in a mountain church...

Great battles shape nations, forge legends, and alter the course of history.In Great Battles of The War of The Austrian Succession, military historian Tad Holtsinger brings to life four of the most dramatic conflicts of the eighteenth century: Dettingen, Fontenoy, Culloden, and Minden. Through...

Author: D. L. D'AvrayISBN-10: 1009842102ISBN-13: 9781009842105Publisher: Cambridge University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/25/2026Pages: 350Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.97lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d

"The New World's Foundations in the Old" is a comprehensive historical study that explores the deep-rooted connections between European civilization and the subsequent development of the Americas. Written by Ruth West, this work examines the social, political, and cultural movements in Europe that paved...

"European Skyways" is a captivating travelogue that captures the dawn of the Golden Age of Flight. Written by the renowned adventurer and journalist Lowell Thomas, the work chronicles an extensive seven-month aerial journey across the European continent during the mid-1920s. At a time when...

"Malta: The Islands and Their History" provides a comprehensive and scholarly account of the Maltese archipelago's storied past. Written by the renowned Maltese archaeologist and historian Sir Themistocles Zammit, this work delves into the unique geographic and cultural position of Malta as a crossroads...

Before the Second World War, Eastern Europe was the demographic center of World Jewry. After the war, however, only a fraction of it was left behind. What happened?The "Holocaust," of course, most will say.The author of this book did not stop there, though, but...

Twelve original essays that explore the rich interplay of opera, ballet, and culture in eighteenth-century Europe and beyond and offer new insights into such important figures as Mozart and the castrato Farinelli. Opera and theatrical dance were among the most important, elaborate, and influential...

Throughout the centuries, the British monarchy has been defined by remarkable figures whose reigns shaped the nation's history. This book offers a concise yet insightful overview of Britain's kings and queens, focusing on their names, marital status, and the length of time they served...

"The Beginnings of Arminianism" is a scholarly examination of the formative years of one of the most significant theological movements within Protestantism. This work delves into the origins of the controversies that arose in the Netherlands during the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries,...

Postwar Europe and the Eurovision Song Contest is the definitive history of the Eurovision Song Contest and its political and cultural significance. Drawing on pioneering archival research, Dean Vuletic traces the contest's evolution, covering its early origins and every annual edition from 1956 to...

Glass Bodies tells the story of how transparent humans have appeared throughout European history--in fiction, philosophy, and science--and what they reveal about changing ideas of the human. The book takes off in antiquity with the myth of Momus, who reproaches the gods for failing...

Iceland and the Sea: Fishing, Trade, and the North Atlantic World by Adrian E. Markham traces Iceland's enduring relationship with the ocean, from the first settlers who gathered driftwood on desolate shores to the modern fleets that carried its name across the world. The...

Iceland at the Edge: Fire, Ice, and the Limits of Endurance by Adrian E. Markham explores how a civilization took shape on one of the planet's most unstable frontiers. Between glaciers, volcanoes, and long winters, Iceland's people learned to adapt rather than resist, turning...

A world can lose its kings without gaining its freedom. When crowns fell, uniforms stepped forward; when palaces emptied, party offices filled. This book follows that unsettling exchange, showing how imperial collapse sowed the seeds of dictatorship and why nationalism in Europe fused myth...

The European Union (EU) faces immediate and long-term challenges as it responds to the changing nature of the 21st-century global order. While the EU is the world's most successful multilateral institution that continues to attract applications from prospective member states, it faces the challenge...

Discover a fascinating glimpse into the past with "Letters to Ada, From Her Brother-in-law", a collection of personal correspondence penned in 1839 by Charles C. Pise. These letters offer a unique window into the social customs, thoughts, and concerns of a family in the...

"Sketches, Legal and Political, Volume 1" offers a fascinating glimpse into the legal and political landscape of the 19th century. Authored by Richard Lalor Sheil and M. W. (Marmion Wilard) Savage, this collection presents a series of insightful sketches providing a unique perspective on...

Registrum Thome De Cantilupo, Episcopi Herefordensis, A.D. MCCLXXV-MCCLXXXII, Part 9 presents a detailed record from the register of Thomas de Cantilupe, Bishop of Hereford, covering the years 1275-1282. This historical document offers valuable insights into the administrative, legal, and ecclesiastical activities of the diocese...

Delve into the past with Volume 4 of "Murray's Magazine," a window into the late 19th century. Published in 1888, this volume offers a rich tapestry of articles, stories, and social commentary reflecting the Victorian era. Explore diverse perspectives on British society, culture, and...

Explore the historical tensions and complex relationship between the West and Russia in "Our Quarrel With Russia" by Sir Harry Verney. This insightful work delves into the political, social, and historical factors shaping the often-contentious dynamic between Russia and other nations. Verney provides a...

Current US policy states that the government will not negotiate with terrorists. However, if a state will not negotiate with terrorists, how will a conflict end? This study analyzes three case studies involving governments that negotiated with a terrorist organization. Examining negotiations between England...

Edward Gibbon's "The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire" is a monumental work of history, offering a comprehensive account of the Roman Empire from its height to its eventual collapse. Spanning centuries, Gibbon meticulously details the political, social, military, and cultural factors that...

This is a meticulously revised, corrected, and illustrated edition of Velleius Paterculus's historical work. "Veileius Paterculus Novissime Recognitus Emendatus Et Illustratus... Annales Vellciani Studiis Societatis Bipontinae" offers readers insights into the annals of Rome, through the lens of one of its notable historians. This...

The research is a systematic collection and critical evaluation of documentary evidence for logboat finds in England and Wales. It is a collection and critical evaluation of comparative evidence as well as an examination of the surviving logboat remains in England and Wales. Author:...

Journal Of The Ex Libris Society, Volume 10 presents a fascinating glimpse into the world of bookplates and book collecting at the turn of the 20th century. Published by the Ex Libris Society of London, this volume offers a detailed record of the society's...

"An Essay On Aërial Navigation, With Some Observations On Ships" by J. Mcs, likely Joseph MacSweeny, offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of aeronautical theory and its relationship to maritime technology. Published around 1840, this essay explores the concepts and challenges of...

Mooriana, Or, Selections From the Moral, Philosophical, and Miscellaneous Works of the Late Dr. John Moore, Volume 2 presents a curated collection of writings from the esteemed Dr. John Moore. This volume, carefully selected and presented by Francis Prévost, offers readers a comprehensive look...

"Wandering Among the High Alps" recounts Alfred Wills's adventures exploring the mountainous regions of Europe. Published in 1856, this narrative captures the spirit of 19th-century exploration and the burgeoning interest in mountaineering. Wills vividly describes the landscapes, challenges, and triumphs encountered during his travels....

The book describes the genealogy of Saint Ignatius of Mariupol, the last Metropolitan of the Gotfeo-Kafai Diocese and the spiritual leader of the resettlement of Christians from the Crimean Khanate to the Russian Empire in 1778. The genealogy begins with the Fourth Crusade in...

Dive into the fascinating world of late 19th-century beliefs with James M. Graham's "A World Bewitched." This historical exploration delves into the pervasive superstitions and folklore that gripped society, examining the enduring allure of witchcraft and the supernatural. Graham meticulously details the social and...

"A Book About Criminals" by Susanna Meredith offers a compelling glimpse into the lives and circumstances of criminals in 19th-century England. Drawing on firsthand observations and detailed research, Meredith sheds light on the social conditions that contributed to criminal behavior, providing a nuanced perspective...

This volume compiles several key acts related to charitable trusts from the mid-19th century. It includes "The Charitable Trusts Acts, 1853, 1855, 1860," "The Charity Commissioners Jurisdiction Act, 1862," and "The Roman Catholic Charities Acts." This collection provides a valuable resource for understanding the...

Things I Have Seen and People I Have Known, Volume 1, by George Augustus Sala, offers a rich tapestry of 19th-century life through the eyes of a seasoned observer. Sala's work is a collection of biographical sketches, social commentary, and historical anecdotes, providing a...

In "The Bank Act Of 1844," Henry Brookes delves into the intricacies of British banking legislation and its impact on economic stability. Brookes argues that free trade in gold is not only compatible with a stable standard of value but also serves as the...

“Memoirs of Count Boruwlaski” offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and travels of Count JÃ3zef Boruwłaski, a man of short stature who gained fame and admiration throughout 18th and early 19th-century Europe. Penned in part by William Burdon, this autobiography details Boruwlaski's experiences...

Leifar Fornra Kristinna FrÅ"à a Íslenzkra, also known as Codex Arna-MagnÃ]anus 677 4to, is a valuable historical and linguistic artifact. This volume contains parts of an Icelandic translation of the homilies and dialogues of Pope Gregory I, alongside other early fragments of Icelandic theological...

London in the Sixties (with a few digressions), has been considered important throughout human history. In an effort to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to secure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for both...

This book focuses on the aftermath of World War II in Asia as described in a sobering and insightful history of two types of redress: compensation for material war damage and restitution of looted property. Japanese Army units and citizens stole goods while shelling...

The monograph Actors of Globalization portrays a group of New York businessmen engaged in global trade from 1784 to 1812. It follows their businesses around the world and shows how through wit, flexibility, and the help of a worldwide net of business partners the...

The excavations at el-Ahwat constitute a unique and fascinating archaeological undertaking. The site is the location of a fortified city dated to the early Iron Age (ca. 1220-1150 BCE), hidden in a dense Mediterranean forest in central Israel, near the historic 'Arunah pass. Discovered...

This edited volume examines the legal and economic world of the Romans through concepts, structures, and objects that reveal practices of standardization and localism. It explores the myriad ways in which the Roman Empire became an integrated political, social and economic system. Split across...

"Hisia na Fitina: Hadithi ya Kusisimua kutoka Uingereza ya Karne ya 19 Nathaniel Parry, mtu wa maajabu na mwenye azma isiyotikisika, anazama katika kina cha fitina za kisiasa na machafuko ya kijamii katika mji wa Bath Spa, Oktoba 1831. Akiwa macho na masikio ya...

Memories of a childhood evacuation in World War 2.Author: Rene DixonISBN-10: 1985259516ISBN-13: 9781985259515Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/26/2018Pages: 86Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.21lbsSize: 7.99h x 5.00w x 0.18d

Author: Bramston J. Trant BramstonISBN-10: 1843424231ISBN-13: 9781843424239Publisher: Naval & Military PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2002Pages: 248Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.78lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.52d

A dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the degree of BA (Hons) Modern Languages Combined Honours Programme University of Central Lancashire, Preston May 2001Author: Paul Breeze,Deirdre L. CondonISBN-10: 1727890582ISBN-13: 9781727890587Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/17/2018Pages: 34Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.13lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.07d