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David Curtis Wright

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The Greenwood Histories of the Modern Nations

Chinese society and culture are evolving with a booming economy, expansion, production of consumer and industrial goods, and a growing influence upon the world. The History of China enables readers to delve into the rich history of this powerful nation.China is both the world's oldest continuing civilization and an emerging global super power. Over the last two millennia, this rich and complex nation has often been the wea...

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The World's Greatest Myths and Legends

The story behind the mythic brutality of Genghis Kahn, one of the most successful leaders in human history.A new title in the series created for the modern reader, introducing the heroes, cultures, myths and religions of the world. The tale of the legendary Mongol General Genghis Khan is as phenomenal as the man himself. Probably the greatest conqueror in history, he ruled vast swathes of land in the early 1200s, vanquishing people across Asia and Europe, so that b...

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David William

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Casey Richards, Adam Greco, Curtis Wright

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Jeremiah Curtin

"The Mongols: A History" by Jeremiah Curtin is an in-depth exploration of the Mongol Empire and its impact on the world. Curtin, an eminent historian and ethnographer, offers a detailed analysis of the origins, conquests and culture of the Mongols, spanning a period from the 12th to the 14th century. The book is preceded by a preface by Theodore Roosevelt, underlining the historical and cultural importance of the Mongol Empire. Curtin begins by describing the rise of the Mongols under the ...

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Gordon Kerr

The turbulent and chequered past of the world's most populous country is one of the most fascinating in world history, and relatively little known in the West. From the beginnings of Chinese prehistory right through to internet censorship with the 'Great Firewall of China', Gordon Kerr offers a comprehensive introduction to the sprawling history of this enormous country. A Short History of China provides an absorbing introduction to more than 4,000 years of Chinese history, telling the sto...

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Jacob Abbott

"Genghis Khan" by Jacob Abbott is a captivating biography that explores the life and conquests of one of history's most formidable leaders. Abbott delves into the early years of Genghis Khan, detailing his rise from humble beginnings to the ruler of a vast empire. The narrative is rich with historical context, providing insights into the Mongolian culture and the strategies that enabled Genghis Khan to unite the nomadic tribes and expand his territory across Asia. Abbott's engaging writing...

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Jeffrey N. Wasserstrom

The need to understand this global giant has never been more pressing: China is constantly in the news, yet conflicting impressions abound. Within one generation, China has transformed from an impoverished, repressive state into an economic and political powerhouse. In China in the 21st Century: What Everyone Needs to Know, Jeffrey Wasserstrom provides cogent answers to the most urgent questions regarding the newest superpower and offers a framework for understanding its meteoric rise.Focusin...

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Sir Richard Francis Burton

*** Original and Unabridged Content. Made available by GOLDEN CLASSIC PRESS***Synopsis:In this book, published in 1856, the British explorer Sir Richard Burton (1821-1890) recounts his journey to Harar, notorious for its slave trade. Burton's visit was believed to be the first by a European, and it resulted in this fascinating glimpse into a then unknown city and culture.### About the AuthorCaptain Sir Richard Francis Burton (19 March 1821 – 20 October 1890) ...

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Stanley Lane-Pool

Saladin, one of the most prominent figure of the time of the Crusades, was a great muslim leader, respected and praised even by his Crusader foes.

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Paul S. Ropp

Here is a fascinating compact history of Chinese political, economic, and cultural life, ranging from the origins of civilization in China to the beginning of the 21st century. Historian Paul Ropp combines vivid story-telling with astute analysis to shed light on some of the larger questions of Chinese history. What is distinctive about China in comparison with other civilizations? What have been the major changes and continuities in Chinese life over the past four millennia? Offering a gl...

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Alexander Dumas

Ali Pasha of Tepelena surnamed Aslan, "the Lion", or the "Lion of Yannina" (1740 – 24 January 1822), was a Muslim Albanian who served as an Ottoman pasha of the western part of Rumelia, the Ottoman Empire's European territory, which was referred to as the Pashalik of Yanina.

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Alexander Burnes

At the age of only twenty six, Alexander Burnes proved himself to be one of the most effective intelligence agents of his time. Making two dangerous journeys beyond the frontiers of the Indian Empire, he reported back via the East India Company to Downing Street on the geography and politics of the kingdoms that lay to the northwest as far as fabled Bokhara. He travelled simply, disguised as a local, but with his rapier-like mind, an ear for languages and an infectious charm and curiosity,...