The Picts is a survey of the historical and cultural developments in northern Britain between AD 300 and AD 900. Discarding the popular view of the Picts as savages, they are revealed to have been politically successful and culturally adaptive members of the medieval European world.Re-interprets our definition of ‘Pict’ and provides a vivid depiction of their political and military organizationOffers an up-to-date overview of Pictish life within the environ...

Macbeth is arguably the world's most famous monarch. Both the historical king and the literary character have fascinated writers and audiences for centuries, beginning with the poets who recited their verses at the medieval monarch's court. Macbeth's legend began almost immediately after his death as medieval and Renaissance writers gradually replaced the king with a semi-literary character developed and embroidered to suit their own political and cultural agenda. The process of transforma...

Following the new format of the First FRCR Anatomy Examination and based on the syllabus of the Royal College of Radiology, this unique revision tool is more complete and detailed than any other guide on the market. The comprehensive, structured approach promotes a working understanding of anatomy by guiding the reader through over 200 practice ima

Okinawa, Japan. The People, History, World War II, Culture and Tradition. Travel and Tourism. Before Okinawa, there was Ryukyu, an independent kingdom ruled by its kings, its people seafarers prospering through trade with China and other neighboring countries. In 1609, Ryukyu was invaded by Satsuma Han forces and incorporated into mainland Japan's Tokugawa Era "bakuhan" feudal regime. Okinawa prefecture was created in 1879 when Japan's new Meiji government abolished hans (feudal domains).D...

If you’re struggling to understand today’s modern world, maybe it’s time to change how you’re living.The Enneagram could be the solution you’ve been seeking to guide you toward a happier and healthier lifestyle.People frequently wonder what the Enneagram is and how it works.The Enneagram is an arrangement of characters and writing that defines specific designs for how individuals conceptualize the world and deal with their everyday feelings.The Enneagram mod...