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I Want to Believe

Posadism, UFOs and Apocalypse Communism

by A.M. Gittlitz ...

Advocating nuclear war, attempting communication with dolphins and taking an interest in the paranormal and UFOs, there is perhaps no greater (or stranger) cautionary tale for the Left than that of Posadism.Named after the Argentine Trotskyist J. Posadas, the movement's journey through the fractious and sectarian world of mid-20th century revolutionary socialism was unique. Although at times ... Read more

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From the Holy Mountain

A Journey in the Shadow of Byzantium (Text Only)

by William Dalrymple ...

A rich blend of history and spirituality, adventure and politics, laced with the thread of black comedy familiar to readers of William Dalrymple’s previous work.In AD 587, two monks, John Moschos and Sophronius the Sophist, embarked on an extraordinary journey across the Byzantine world, from the shores of the Bosphorus to the sand dunes of Egypt. Their aim: to collect the wisdom of the sages and ... Read more

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A rich blend of history and spirituality, adventure and politics, laced with the thread of black comedy familiar to readers of William Dalrymple’s previous work.In AD 587, two monks, John Moschos and Sophronius the Sophist, embarked on an extraordinary journey across the Byzantine world, from the shores of the Bosphorus to the sand dunes of Egypt. Their aim: to collect the wisdom of the sages and
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The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire

by Edward Gibbon, GP Editors ...

‘The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire’ is a book of history written by the English historian Edward Gibbon (1737-1794). It traces the trajectory of Western civilization (as well as the Islamic and Mongolian conquests) from the height of the Roman Empire to the fall of Byzantium. The work covers the history of the Roman Empire, Europe, and the Catholic Church from 98 to 1590 and ... Read more

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‘The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire’ is a book of history written by the English historian Edward Gibbon (1737-1794). It traces the trajectory of Western civilization (as well as the Islamic and Mongolian conquests) from the height of the Roman Empire to the fall of Byzantium. The work covers the history of the Roman Empire, Europe, and the Catholic Church from 98 to 1590 and
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Connected Histories of India and Southeast Asia

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Edited by Dhar, Parul Pandya ...

Connected Histories of India and Southeast Asia unravels the fascinating history of cultural interactions, of outstanding and universal significance, between India and Southeast Asia, with special emphasis on artistic expressions. India's connections with Southeast Asian countries, namely, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, ... Read more

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Connected Histories of India and Southeast Asia unravels the fascinating history of cultural interactions, of outstanding and universal significance, between India and Southeast Asia, with special emphasis on artistic expressions. India's connections with Southeast Asian countries, namely, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore,
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War of the Spanish Succession

History of Spain

by Hourly History ...

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Discover the remarkable history of the War of the Spanish Succession...Free BONUS Inside!The War of the Spanish Succession, which occurred between 1701 and 1714, was fought over who would succeed the childless King Charles II to the throne of Spain. During the early modern era, European countries were almost constantly at war, vying for land, resources, power, and wealth. The succession of the ... Read more

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Discover the remarkable history of the War of the Spanish Succession...Free BONUS Inside!The War of the Spanish Succession, which occurred between 1701 and 1714, was fought over who would succeed the childless King Charles II to the throne of Spain. During the early modern era, European countries were almost constantly at war, vying for land, resources, power, and wealth. The succession of the
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How Democracies Die

The International Bestseller: What History Reveals About Our Future

by Steven Levitsky, Daniel Ziblatt ...

'The most important book of the Trump era' The EconomistHow does a democracy die?What can we do to save our own?What lessons does history teach us?In the 21st century democracy is threatened like never before.Drawing insightful lessons from across history - from Pinochet's murderous Chilean regime to Erdogan's quiet dismantling in Turkey - Levitsky and Ziblatt explain why democracies fail, how ... Read more

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'The most important book of the Trump era' The EconomistHow does a democracy die?What can we do to save our own?What lessons does history teach us?In the 21st century democracy is threatened like never before.Drawing insightful lessons from across history - from Pinochet's murderous Chilean regime to Erdogan's quiet dismantling in Turkey - Levitsky and Ziblatt explain why democracies fail, how
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The End of History and the Last Man

by Francis Fukuyama ...

A LANDMARK WORK OF POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY. A GLOBAL BESTSELLER. STILL AS RELEVANT TODAY.With the fall of Berlin Wall in 1989 the threat of the Cold War which had dominated the second half of the twentieth century vanished. And with it the West looked to the future with optimism but renewed uncertainty.The End of History and the Last Man was the first book to offer a picture of what the new century ... Read more

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A LANDMARK WORK OF POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY. A GLOBAL BESTSELLER. STILL AS RELEVANT TODAY.With the fall of Berlin Wall in 1989 the threat of the Cold War which had dominated the second half of the twentieth century vanished. And with it the West looked to the future with optimism but renewed uncertainty.The End of History and the Last Man was the first book to offer a picture of what the new century
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The Assyrian Empire: Explore the Thrilling History of the Assyrians and their Fearful Empire in the Ancient Mesopotamia

by History Compacted ...

Explore the Intense History of the Assyrians.The ancient masters of war and conquest became the most powerful force in the Near East thousands of years ago. One of the first empires in world history. The Assyrians rose to power through the strength of its sophisticated military. The creation of the professional soldier, advanced iron weapons technology, and siege warfare tactics made the Assyrians ... Read more

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Explore the Intense History of the Assyrians.The ancient masters of war and conquest became the most powerful force in the Near East thousands of years ago. One of the first empires in world history. The Assyrians rose to power through the strength of its sophisticated military. The creation of the professional soldier, advanced iron weapons technology, and siege warfare tactics made the Assyrians
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Greek Mythology: A Concise Guide to Ancient Gods, Heroes, Beliefs and Myths of Greek Mythology

Greek Mythology - Norse Mythology - Egyptian Mythology - Celtic Mythology

by Hourly History ...

Series series Greek Mythology - Norse Mythology - Egyptian Mythology - Celtic Mythology
Greek Mythology is an enormous field of study and a brief guide is a daunting task for any writer. The myths have a way of entwining one with another, and it is difficult to present a coherent story line without feeling one has omitted the best part of the story.Inside you will read about…What Is A Myth?The Sources Of Greek MythologyThe Creation Of The Universe And The GodsWhat Of Man? What Of ... Read more

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Greek Mythology is an enormous field of study and a brief guide is a daunting task for any writer. The myths have a way of entwining one with another, and it is difficult to present a coherent story line without feeling one has omitted the best part of the story.Inside you will read about…What Is A Myth?The Sources Of Greek MythologyThe Creation Of The Universe And The GodsWhat Of Man? What Of
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House of Shivaji

Studies and Documents on Maratha History: Royal Period

by Jadunath Sarkar ...

This volume contains writings on the 'Royal Period' (1626-1700), as distinguished from the 'Peshwa Period' of Maratha history, and added a long life of Malik Ambar (from original Persian sources) and biographies of four eminent Marathi historical research-pioneers, Rajwade, Sane, Khare and Parasnis. The materials have come from Persian manuscripts (patiently gathered during a life-time), newly ... Read more

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This volume contains writings on the 'Royal Period' (1626-1700), as distinguished from the 'Peshwa Period' of Maratha history, and added a long life of Malik Ambar (from original Persian sources) and biographies of four eminent Marathi historical research-pioneers, Rajwade, Sane, Khare and Parasnis. The materials have come from Persian manuscripts (patiently gathered during a life-time), newly
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Finest Years

Churchill as Warlord 1940–45

by Max Hastings ...

'I would choose this account over and above the rest. It is a fabulous book: full of perceptive insight that conveys all the tragedy, triumph, humour and intense drama of Churchill's time as wartime leader; and it is incredibly moving as a result' James Holland, Literary ReviewA moving, dramatic narrative of crisis and fortitude, Hastings offers one of the finest biographies of one of Britain’s ... Read more

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'I would choose this account over and above the rest. It is a fabulous book: full of perceptive insight that conveys all the tragedy, triumph, humour and intense drama of Churchill's time as wartime leader; and it is incredibly moving as a result' James Holland, Literary ReviewA moving, dramatic narrative of crisis and fortitude, Hastings offers one of the finest biographies of one of Britain’s
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The Histories

by Herodotus ...

Translated by Tom Holland ...

Tom Holland's 'stirring new translation' (Telegraph) of Herodotus' Histories, one of the great books in Western history - now in paperbackThe Histories of Herodotus, completed in the second half of the 5th century BC, is generally regarded as the first work of history and the first great masterpiece of non-fiction writing. Joined here are the sheer drama of Herodotus' narrative of the Persian ... Read more

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Virtual History

Alternatives and Counterfactuals

by Niall Ferguson ...

What if Britain had stayed out of the First World War? What if Germany had won the Second? How would England look if there had been no Cromwell? What would the world be like if Communism had never collapsed? And what if John F. Kennedy had lived?In this acclaimed book, leading historians from Andrew Roberts to Michael Burleigh explore what might have been if nine of the most decisive moments in ... Read more

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What if Britain had stayed out of the First World War? What if Germany had won the Second? How would England look if there had been no Cromwell? What would the world be like if Communism had never collapsed? And what if John F. Kennedy had lived?In this acclaimed book, leading historians from Andrew Roberts to Michael Burleigh explore what might have been if nine of the most decisive moments in
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A Cultural History of Physics

by Károly Simonyi ...

Translated by Charles Simonyi, David Kramer ...

While the physical sciences are a continuously evolving source of technology and of understanding about our world, they have become so specialized and rely on so much prerequisite knowledge that for many people today the divide between the sciences and the humanities seems even greater than it was when C. P. Snow delivered his famous 1959 lecture, "The Two Cultures."In A Cultural History of ... Read more

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While the physical sciences are a continuously evolving source of technology and of understanding about our world, they have become so specialized and rely on so much prerequisite knowledge that for many people today the divide between the sciences and the humanities seems even greater than it was when C. P. Snow delivered his famous 1959 lecture, "The Two Cultures."In A Cultural History of
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India Discovered

The Recovery of a Lost Civilization

by John Keay ...

Two hundred years ago, India was seen as a place with little history and less culture.Today it is revered for a notable prehistory, a magnificent classical age and a cultural tradition unique in both character and continuity. How this extraordinary change in perception came about is the subject of this fascinating book.The story, here reconstructed for the first time, is one of painstaking ... Read more

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Two hundred years ago, India was seen as a place with little history and less culture.Today it is revered for a notable prehistory, a magnificent classical age and a cultural tradition unique in both character and continuity. How this extraordinary change in perception came about is the subject of this fascinating book.The story, here reconstructed for the first time, is one of painstaking
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A Sea of Words

A Lexicon and Companion to the Complete Seafaring Tales of Patrick O'Brian

by Dean King, John B. Hattendorf ...

A guide to the British Royal Navy in the Napoleonic Age for fans of the Aubrey–Maturin series: "A gem of a book" ( Minneapolis Star Tribune).What is a sand-grouse, and where does it live? What are the medical properties of lignum vitae, and how did Stephen Maturin use it to repair his viola? Who is Admiral Lord Keith, and why is his wife so friendly with Captain Jack Aubrey?More than any other ... Read more

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A guide to the British Royal Navy in the Napoleonic Age for fans of the Aubrey–Maturin series: "A gem of a book" ( Minneapolis Star Tribune).What is a sand-grouse, and where does it live? What are the medical properties of lignum vitae, and how did Stephen Maturin use it to repair his viola? Who is Admiral Lord Keith, and why is his wife so friendly with Captain Jack Aubrey?More than any other
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Bilderberg Group: What Don’t You Know? Conspiracy Theories Surrounding The Top Secret Society

Secret Societies, #1

by William Myron Price ...

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Every year since 1954 a Bilderberg Meeting has been held in an exclusive hotel in Europe or North America. Attendance is by invitation only and includes some of the most powerful and influential people in the Western World.However, just what happens during meetings is unknown because none of the people who attend will talk about what they do. The people who organize these meetings insist that this ... Read more

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Every year since 1954 a Bilderberg Meeting has been held in an exclusive hotel in Europe or North America. Attendance is by invitation only and includes some of the most powerful and influential people in the Western World.However, just what happens during meetings is unknown because none of the people who attend will talk about what they do. The people who organize these meetings insist that this
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Time's Monster

History, Conscience and Britain's Empire

by Priya Satia ...

CHOSEN AS A BOOK OF THE YEAR BY NEW STATESMAN AND BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE'In this searing book, Priya Satia demonstrates, yet again, that she is one of our most brilliant and original historians' Sunil Amrith, author of Unruly WatersFor generations, the history of the British empire was written by its victors. British historians' accounts of conquest guided the consolidation of imperial rule in India ... Read more

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CHOSEN AS A BOOK OF THE YEAR BY NEW STATESMAN AND BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE'In this searing book, Priya Satia demonstrates, yet again, that she is one of our most brilliant and original historians' Sunil Amrith, author of Unruly WatersFor generations, the history of the British empire was written by its victors. British historians' accounts of conquest guided the consolidation of imperial rule in India
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The Dig

Keeladi and the Politics of India’s Past

by Sowmiya Ashok ...

Since its discovery in 2014, the Keeladi excavation has become one of India's most contested digs - hailed by some as proof of an urban civilization in South India and dismissed by others as political mythmaking.Journalist Sowmiya Ashok traces the serendipitous discovery of this ancient settlement and the political storm it set off.Her journey takes her from the earliest Iron Age sites in Tamil ... Read more

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Since its discovery in 2014, the Keeladi excavation has become one of India's most contested digs - hailed by some as proof of an urban civilization in South India and dismissed by others as political mythmaking.Journalist Sowmiya Ashok traces the serendipitous discovery of this ancient settlement and the political storm it set off.Her journey takes her from the earliest Iron Age sites in Tamil
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Easter Rising: A History from Beginning to End

History of Ireland

by Hourly History ...

Series series History of Ireland
In the midst of World War I, the Easter Rising took place in Dublin and throughout Ireland in April, 1916. The revolutionary movement faced many problems from the beginning, including splintered leadership, disorganized support, opposition from moderate supporters of home rule, and prepared retaliation from the British.Inside you will read about...Background of the Easter RebellionPlanning the ... Read more

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In the midst of World War I, the Easter Rising took place in Dublin and throughout Ireland in April, 1916. The revolutionary movement faced many problems from the beginning, including splintered leadership, disorganized support, opposition from moderate supporters of home rule, and prepared retaliation from the British.Inside you will read about...Background of the Easter RebellionPlanning the
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Kidnapped & Catriona: The Adventures of David Balfour (Illustrated)

Enriched edition. Historical Novels

by Robert Louis Stevenson, Avery Sullivan ...

Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Kidnapped & Catriona: The Adventures of David Balfour (Illustrated)' is a compelling tale of adventure, loyalty, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of 18th century Scotland. The narrative showcases Stevenson's skillful use of language and intricate storytelling, pulling the reader into the world of young David Balfour as he navigates treacherous landscapes ... Read more

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Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Kidnapped & Catriona: The Adventures of David Balfour (Illustrated)' is a compelling tale of adventure, loyalty, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of 18th century Scotland. The narrative showcases Stevenson's skillful use of language and intricate storytelling, pulling the reader into the world of young David Balfour as he navigates treacherous landscapes
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Photography, Truth and Reconciliation

by Melissa Miles ...

Photography, Truth and Reconciliation charts the connections between photography and a crucial issue in contemporary social history. The book examines the prevalence of photography in cultural responses to processes of truth and reconciliation, and argues that photographs are a valuable means through which stories can be retold and historiography can be rethought. Five compelling case studies from ... Read more

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Photography, Truth and Reconciliation charts the connections between photography and a crucial issue in contemporary social history. The book examines the prevalence of photography in cultural responses to processes of truth and reconciliation, and argues that photographs are a valuable means through which stories can be retold and historiography can be rethought. Five compelling case studies from
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History for the IB MYP 4 & 5

By Concept

by Jo Thomas, Keely Rogers ...

Series series MYP By Concept
The only series for MYP 4 and 5 developed in cooperation with the International Baccalaureate (IB)Develop your skills to become an inquiring learner; ensure you navigate the MYP framework with confidence using a concept-driven and assessment-focused approach presented in global contexts.- Develop conceptual understanding with key MYP concepts and related concepts at the heart of each chapter.- ... Read more

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The only series for MYP 4 and 5 developed in cooperation with the International Baccalaureate (IB)Develop your skills to become an inquiring learner; ensure you navigate the MYP framework with confidence using a concept-driven and assessment-focused approach presented in global contexts.- Develop conceptual understanding with key MYP concepts and related concepts at the heart of each chapter.-
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Antiquity

From the Birth of Sumerian Civilization to the Fall of the Roman Empire

by Norman F. Cantor ...

“With his characteristic eloquence and lucid insights. . . Cantor offers a splendid and accessible portrait of the cultures of the ancient world.”—Publishers WeeklyBestselling author Norman Cantor delivers this compact but magisterial survey of the ancient world—from the birth of Sumerian civilization around 3500 B.C. in the Tigris-Euphrates valley (present-day Iraq) to the fall of the Roman ... Read more

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“With his characteristic eloquence and lucid insights. . . Cantor offers a splendid and accessible portrait of the cultures of the ancient world.”—Publishers WeeklyBestselling author Norman Cantor delivers this compact but magisterial survey of the ancient world—from the birth of Sumerian civilization around 3500 B.C. in the Tigris-Euphrates valley (present-day Iraq) to the fall of the Roman
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I Want to Believe

From the Holy Mountain

The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire

Connected Histories of India and Southeast Asia

War of the Spanish Succession

How Democracies Die

The End of History and the Last Man

The Assyrian Empire: Explore the Thrilling History of the Assyrians and their Fearful Empire in the Ancient Mesopotamia

Greek Mythology: A Concise Guide to Ancient Gods, Heroes, Beliefs and Myths of Greek Mythology

House of Shivaji

Finest Years

The Histories

Virtual History

A Cultural History of Physics

India Discovered

A Sea of Words

Bilderberg Group: What Don’t You Know? Conspiracy Theories Surrounding The Top Secret Society

Time's Monster

The Dig

Easter Rising: A History from Beginning to End

Kidnapped & Catriona: The Adventures of David Balfour (Illustrated)

Photography, Truth and Reconciliation

History for the IB MYP 4 & 5

Antiquity