History - Europe - General

This book tells the story of the invasion of France at the twilight of Napoleon's empire. With over a million men under arms throughout central Europe, Coalition forces poured over the Rhine River to invade France between late November 1813 and early January 1814....

Mierow's comprehensive study of the history and culture of the Goths is a must-read for anyone interested in the early history of Europe. Drawing on primary sources and the latest scholarship, he offers detailed and insightful accounts of Gothic society, culture, and politics.This work...

This comprehensive history of New England provides readers with a fascinating and insightful look at this dynamic region and its people. From the early days of the colonies to the revolutionary period and beyond, the Palfreys' careful research and engaging prose bring the history...

A detailed genealogy of the Jewett family of America, tracing their roots back to England in the 17th century. This book includes biographical information on prominent family members and a wealth of historical context, making it an excellent resource for those interested in family...

"I can't believe how much I just learned " That was one mom's response after observing a single class session of Trick Geography. Trick Geography: Africa Student Book (Teacher Guide sold separately) is a simple, yet powerful geography curriculum which routinely moves students from...

This series of essays by the late Hal Draper looks at the Middle East conflict from what was long a unique point of view. Unlike traditional Zionism whose slogan "a land without people for a people without a land" made clear its intentions with...

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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

When American and British troops swept through the German Reich in the spring of 1945, they confiscated a broad range of government papers and archives. These records were subsequently used in war crimes trials and published under Allied auspices to document the German road...

This is a major, groundbreaking study by a leading scholar of continental witchcraft studies, now made available to an English-speaking audience for the first time. The author has compiled a thorough overview of all known prosecutions for witchcraft in the period 1300-1800, and shows...

As a leader of the Kurdish national liberation movement for almost half a century, Mustafa Barzani witnessed many historical events that rocked the Middle East and had a strong impact on the fate of the Kurdish communities in the region. Barzani's life-long struggle began...

A History of Christianity is a comprehensive book written by Rudolf Sohm in 1891. The book provides a detailed account of the development of Christianity from its origins in Judaism to the present day. Sohm's approach to the subject is largely theological and he...

Stories of real-life bravery and courage-under-fire contribute to a unique and poignant record of a club created for heroes. There are just a handful of men and women alive today who served and fought with the Special Forces during the Second World War. They...

Vladimir Putin's first invasion of Ukraine, in 2014, set off a global economic clash, as the West used its clout with international markets to deter and penalize the Kremlin. The battlelines of this 'war by other means' traversed a series of deep economic connections,...

Traces the evolution of environmental policy and protest in East Germany and central Europe during the Cold War.Author: Julia E. AultISBN-10: 1009001655ISBN-13: 9781009001656Publisher: Cambridge University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/02/2023Pages: 276Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.83lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.58d

This three-volume work provides a complete history of the Napoleonic Wars from their origins in eighteenth-century diplomacy to their memory and political legacy. Written by a team of leading historians, it will be essential reading for scholars and students of international diplomacy, war and...

Covering European history from the invention of the printing press to the French Revolution, the third edition of this best-selling textbook is thoroughly updated with new scholarship and an emphasis on environmental history, travel and migration, race and cultural blending, and the circulation of...

The Cambridge Economic History of the Modern World offers an unprecedented global account of the emergence of modern economic growth and its spread across the world since 1700. Each volume provides a series of regional studies from across the globe, as well as thematic...

Jacob and Esau is a profound new account of two millennia of Jewish European history that, for the first time, integrates the cosmopolitan narrative of the Jewish diaspora with that of traditional Jews and Jewish culture. Malachi Haim Hacohen uses the biblical story of...

Slave Portraiture in the Atlantic World is the first book to focus on the individualized portrayal of enslaved people from the time of Europe's full engagement with plantation slavery in the late sixteenth century to its final official abolition in Brazil in 1888. While...

A biography of the boldest and most unsettling of the early modern philosophers, Spinoza, which examines the man's life, relationships, writings, and career, while also forcing us to rethink how we previously understood Spinoza's reception in his own time and in the years following...

Author: Elena N. BoeckISBN-10: 1316647641ISBN-13: 9781316647646Publisher: Cambridge University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/11/2022Pages: 480Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.67lbsSize: 9.61h x 6.69w x 0.97d

The Convent of Wesel was long believed to be a clandestine assembly of Protestant leaders in 1568 that helped establish foundations for Reformed churches in the Dutch Republic and northwest Germany. However, Jesse Spohnholz shows that that event did not happen, but was an...

The True Secret of the Philosopher's Stone or Jewel of Alchemy by Francis Barrett is a book that delves into the mystical world of alchemy. The book explores the history and significance of the philosopher's stone, a legendary substance that was believed to have...

Between the end of the Middle Ages and the early nineteenth century, the long-established structures and practices of European trade, agriculture, and industry were disparately but profoundly transformed. Revised, updated, and expanded, this second edition of Transitions to Capitalism in Early Modern Europe narrates...

The Kaiser: A Book About The Most Interesting Man In Europe (1914) is a biography written by Asa Don Dickinson. The book focuses on the life of Wilhelm II, the last German Emperor and King of Prussia, who reigned from 1888 to 1918. The...

First published in 2005. The dark but endlessly fascinating and enduring tradition of the Vampire is here focused on Europe, particularly in ancient Greece and Rome, England and Ireland, Hungry and former Czecho-Slovakia, Russia, Romania and Bulgaria. Our forefathers, back to ancient times, were...

The History of Vartan, and of the Battle of the Armenians is a book written by Elisaeus and published in 1830. The book provides a detailed account of the religious wars between the Persians and the Armenians, specifically focusing on the Battle of Avarayr...

"Icelandic Sagas, Mysteries & Wonders" is a fascinating book that will take you on a journey through the captivating tales of Iceland, the Land of Fire & Ice. In this book, you'll discover the rich history and culture of Iceland through the lens of...

This volume is the first to compile the journalistic works of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels dealing with what they termed Bonapartism. The topics examined include post-1848 Chartism, the East India Company, European nationalisms, the Taiping Rebellion in China, and the emergence of a...

The Vampire in Europe is a comprehensive study of the history and folklore surrounding vampires in Europe, written by Montague Summers. The book delves into the origins of vampire legends, exploring the beliefs and customs of various cultures throughout history that have contributed to...

Waterloo as told by one who fought and became one of its first historians The title of this book is doubly appropriate. Cotton was a soldier of the 7th Hussars who had served in Spain and became part of Wellington's polyglot army sent to...

Jacob Shurman (1864 - 1942) was an American educator who was educated at Acadia College in Nova Scotia and the University of London. Shurman then spent some time studying in Europe. He was professor of English literature, political economy and psychology at Acadia College...

Great Captains by Theodore Ayrault Dodge is a historical book that provides an in-depth look at the lives and military strategies of some of the greatest commanders in history. The book covers the period from ancient times to the late 19th century, and includes...

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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

""The Circle and The Cross: A Study in Continuity"" is a book written by A. Hadrian Allcroft. It is the first volume of a two-part series called ""The Circle"". The book is a study of the continuity between pre-Christian religious traditions and Christianity. The...

""An Account of the Congo Independent State"" is a historical book written by Henry Phillips Jr. in 1889. The book provides a detailed overview of the Congo Independent State, which was established by King Leopold II of Belgium in 1885. Phillips Jr. was an...

The Angel of Peace is a book written by John Amos Comenius, a 17th-century Czech philosopher, educator, and theologian. It is a spiritual allegory that tells the story of an angel who descends from heaven to earth to bring peace to humanity. The book...

Continental Freemasonry is a book written by an anonymous author that explores the history and practices of Freemasonry on the European continent. The book delves into the differences between Continental Freemasonry and the more well-known Anglo-American version, highlighting the unique traditions and rituals that...

Napoleon's Book of Fate and Oraculum is a mysterious and intriguing book that has been attributed to Napoleon Bonaparte, the famous French military and political leader. However, the true authorship of the book remains unknown, as it was originally published anonymously in the early...

""The Jesuits: Their Moral Maxims And Plots Against Kings, Nations, And Churches"" is a historical book written by James Aitken Wylie in 1881. The book provides a detailed account of the Jesuits, a Catholic religious order, and their influence on the political and religious...

Written by Henry James, Portraits of Places is a record of the author's reminiscences of his travels in Italy, France, and England during 1876-1882. Beginning in Venice, James takes the reader on a journey through Italy to France (Paris, Rheims, Normandy and the Pyrenees)...

The troubles in Palestine between the end of World War II and the declaration of the state of Israel on May 14, 1948, ruptured Middle Eastern history and left an indelible mark on the modern world. Chronicling in gripping detail this critical period that...

When the Berlin Wall was stormed and the Soviet Union fell apart, the West and above all the United States looked like the sole victors of history. Three decades later, the spirit of triumph rings hollow. What went wrong? In this sequel to his...

When the Berlin Wall was stormed and the Soviet Union fell apart, the West and above all the United States looked like the sole victors of history. Three decades later, the spirit of triumph rings hollow. What went wrong? In this sequel to his...

This textbook is intended foremost for Americans and other speakers of English with an interest in the Estonian language. Its forty lessons are each divided into six sections: grammar, readngs, vocabulary, exercises, expressions, and answers to the exercises. For the most part, the textbook...

This handbook is a reference source on Estonian forms such as the singular and plural forms of nouns and adjectives or the various tense forms of verbs. Estonian relies extensively on the different forms that a given word can exhibit for indicating the grammatical...

" . . . sparkles with wit, intelligence and bold characterization." --Women's Review of Books" . . . a ripping yarn . . . admirable translation . . . sensitive introductory essay." --Times Literary Supplement" . . . a remarkable journal worthy of the...

Memorials of the Scottish House of Gourlay is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1888. 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...

Don't just see the sights―get to know the people.Bulgaria, situated in southeastern Europe on the Black Sea, is one of Europe's best-hidden secrets. A haven for nature and history buffs, this youngest member of the European Union has been riding a rollercoaster of radical...