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A fascinating account of the Fifth Crusade, the campaign to conquer Egypt and regain the Holy LandIn 1217, the crusader states were in a highly fragile condition. The Fourth Crusade had failed, and Jerusalem had not been recovered. The crusaders now set their sights on Egypt. If the breadbasket of the Mediterranean could be conquered, long-term Christian control of the Holy Land could be ensured. Led by the rulers of Hungary and Austria, and backed by the Knights T...

In "Young Lion of the Woods," Thomas Barlow Smith crafts an evocative narrative centered around the tumultuous journey of a young protagonist navigating the complexities of identity, nature, and belonging. The book is rich in vivid imagery and employs a lyrical style that immerses the reader in the lush landscapes of the wilderness. Set against the backdrop of an encroaching industrial age, the novel grapples with themes of environmental degradation, the loss of innocence, and the struggle...

Sir Thomas Smith (23 December 1513 12 August 1577) was an English writer and diplomat who was actively involved in religion while also holding positions such as provost and dean at schools like Eton College. It was under Queen Elizabeth that Smith flourished, becoming a Member of Parliament, an ambassador to France, and a counselor to the Queen. In that time, Smith also wrote one of the most influential political philosophical texts in the Western world, De Republica Anglorum; the Manner o...

"The Life of a Fox, Written by Himself" is a captivating narrative that offers a unique perspective on the life of a fox. Through the clever and witty voice of the fox, Thomas Smith explores themes of survival, cunning, and the natural world. The book is rich with vivid descriptions and engaging anecdotes that bring the fox's experiences to life. Readers are drawn into the fox's adventures, from evading hunters to navigating the complexities of the forest, making it a delightful read for n...

HOW TO USE “DR. SEBI’S” ALKALINE APPROACH TO REVERSE YOUR HEALTH AND LIFE-THREATENING DISEASE, WITHOUT POISONING MEDICATIONS AND CONTROVERSIAL DECISIONS?Have you been diagnosed with type-1 or type-2 diabetes, and you still hope that there is a way to fix it?Maybe you have an important relative who has the disease and want to help him or her to live a healthier and more fulfilling life?Would you like to final...

Ghost stories from North Carolina's Haunted Coast have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery!Welcome to the spooky shores of the North Carolina coast!Stay alert! Ghosts lurk around every corner. Even the most unexpected places might be haunted by wandering phantoms.Did you know that on Ocracoke Island, in the light of the full moon, a ghost ship and its undead crew can be seen, sailing for shore? Or that if you go for a swim at Tea...

THE history, the features, and the most famous examples of European architecture, during a period extending from the rise of the Gothic, or pointed, style in the twelfth century to the general depression which overtook the Renaissance style at the close of the eighteenth, form the subject of this little volume. I have endeavoured to adopt as free and simple a mode of treatment as is compatible with the accurate statement of at least the outlines of so very technical a subject. Though it is...

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Care & Management of Horses provides a common-sense approach to keeping a horse healthy, sound, comfortable, and happy. Intended for the serious horse person, the book emphasizes the whole horse — mental and physical — and encourages the owner to center horse-keeping practices around the horse's needs.

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Are you tired of struggling to build good habits and break bad ones?"Easy Ways to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones: Practical Strategies for Lasting Change" is your guide to making real, positive changes in your life. This book offers simple, actionable steps to help you create habits that stick and overcome those that hold you back. Whether you’re looking to improve your health, productivity, or overall well-being, these strategies are designed to fit into you...

In 1961—as America crackled with racial tension—the Washington Redskins stood alone as the only professional football team without a black player on its roster. In fact, during the entire twenty-five-year history of the franchise, no African American had ever played for George Preston Marshall, the Redskins’ cantankerous principal owner. With slicked-down white hair and angular facial features, the nattily attired, sixty-four-year-old NFL team owner already had a well-deserved rep...