History - Europe - General

The distinguished author evaluates what evidence exists, and the many and varied theories offered on each unsolved but nagging mystery. He goes behind the scenes to examine much that remains in the shadows. He enquires about clandestine intrigues, whitewashed evidence, fraudulent claims, and much...

Pantalica is a large limestone promontory in southeast Sicily known chiefly for a series of extensive cemeteries comprising thousands of chamber tombs cut out of the rock, dating mainly between the 13th and 7th centuries BCE. A UNESCO World Heritage site and nature reserve,...

Recently considerable interest has developed about the degree to which anthropological approaches to kinship can be used for the study of the long-term development of European history. From the late middle ages to the dawn of the twentieth century, kinship - rather than declining,...

Prior to the nineteenth century, the West occupied an anomalous space in the Chinese imagination, populated by untamable barbarians and unearthly immortals. First-hand accounts and correspondence from Qing envoys and diplomats to Europe unraveled that perception. In this path-breaking study, Jenny Huangfu Day interweaves...

The Silk Roads are the symbol of the interconnectedness of ancient Eurasian civilizations. Using challenging land and maritime routes, merchants and adventurers, diplomats and missionaries, sailors and soldiers, and camels, horses and ships, carried their commodities, ideas, languages and pathogens enormous distances across Eurasia....

*Includes pictures*Includes contemporary accounts*Includes a bibliography for further reading"The Christian life, then, is a battle, so sharp and full of danger that effort can nowhere be relaxed without loss. I beseech Christ for this one thing only, that He will enable me to endure...

No detailed description available for "Ten Years of War and Peace".Author: Archibald Cary CoolidgeISBN-10: 0674187172ISBN-13: 9780674187177Publisher: Harvard University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/05/2027Pages: 280Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.90lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.69d

No detailed description available for "The Berlin Secession".Author: Peter ParetISBN-10: 0674182340ISBN-13: 9780674182349Publisher: Harvard University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/05/1980Pages: 269Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.58lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.94d

Throughout much of European history, Jews have been strongly associated with commerce and the money trade, rendered both visible and vulnerable, like Shakespeare's Shylock, by their economic distinctiveness. Shylock's Children tells the story of Jewish perceptions of this economic difference and its effects on...

Charts the transnational story of Romanian Germans in modern Europe - their migration, their position as a minority, and their memories.Author: James KoranyiISBN-10: 1009048449ISBN-13: 9781009048446Publisher: Cambridge University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/02/2023Pages: 326Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.97lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d

Embark on a journey of discovery through the hidden gem of the Balkans with "Discovering Kosovo: A Travel Guide." From the bustling streets of Pristina to the tranquil shores of Lake Ohrid, this comprehensive guide invites travelers to explore the rich history, vibrant culture,...

The histories of European unification and of West European democracy during the second half of the twentieth century have often been considered as separate or even antagonistic processes with the institutions of European integration being regarded as bastions of bureaucratic rule. A More Democratic...

A bold new account of European imperialism told through the history of water In the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, a handful of powerful European states controlled more than a third of the land surface of the planet. These sprawling empires encompassed not only rainforests,...

Bang's fascinating analysis of the crises that have shaped European history offers fresh insights into the political, social, and economic forces that have shaped our world. Petersen's thoughtful translation captures the nuance and complexity of Bang's ideas, making this book a valuable resource for...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Author: Robert TombsISBN-10: 1799987949ISBN-13: 9781799987949Publisher: Tantor AudioLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/28/2016Format: CD

A Highland Regimental Scout recounts his experience of the Retreat from Mons. This is a superb account of the early stages of the First World War in Europe. Its author was a infantryman of the British Army who had been a serving soldier for...

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.Author: Carl BeckerISBN-10: 1505839483ISBN-13: 9781505839487Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing...

Title: The History of Rome by Titus Livius. Translated from the original, with notes and illustrations, by G. Baker.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding...

While historians have tended to accord the Celts a place of minor significance in comparison to the Romans, The Celts firmly aligns the Celtic peoples as the primary European precedent to the Greco-Roman hegemony, restoring this culture to its true importance in the development...

The 348th Fighter Group was the most successful P-47 Thunderbolt unit in the Pacific. Medal of Honor recipient Colonel Neel Kearby took an aircraft that was generally despised in the southwest Pacific and made it into the terror of the skies over such formidable...

In 1939 there were ten million Jews in Europe. After Hitler there were four million. Today in 1996 there are under two million. On current projections the Jews will become virtually extinct as a significant element in European society over the course of the...

Throughout a long and spectacularly successful political life, the Emperor Augustus (63BC-AD14) was a master of spin. Barbara Levick exposes the techniques which he used to disguise the ruthlessness of his rise to power and to enhance his successes once power was achieved. There...

This book is about the impact of war on the Soviet system of economic planning and management between 1938 and 1945. What was the dynamic of change in the prewar Soviet economic system? How well was the Soviet economy prepared for war? What kind...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Goethe remains one of the most influential figures in modern literature and thought. Goethe was the inventor of the psychological novel, a pioneer scientist, great man of the theatre and a leading politician. As A. N. Wilson argues in this groundbreaking biography, it was...

Half a million European Roma were exterminated by the Nazi regime; many more were subjected to a policy of racial discrimination similar to that suffered by the Jewish people. However, the persecution and torment of Roma in Hitler's Europe has little presence in the...

From 1884 to 1914, the world's fourth-largest overseas colonial empire was that of the German Kaiserreich. Yet this fact is little known in Germany and the subject remains virtually absent from most school textbooks. While debates are now common in France and Britain over...

It was Niccol? Machiavelli who essentially removed ethics from government. He did it with this book when he asserted that The Prince (president dictator prime minister etc.) does not have to be concerned with ethics as long as their motivation is to protect the...

'Thrillingly unique, knowledgeable, perceptive and profound' IAN DUNT'A light-footed journey along the fault lines of history.' KATJA HOYER The history of Europe told through twenty-nine key borders that define the past, present and future of our continent Europe's internal borders have rarely been 'natural';...

Embark on a captivating journey through the sun-kissed landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Cyprus with "Discovering Cyprus: A Traveler's Guide" by William Jones. This meticulously crafted guide is more than just a roadmap; it's an immersive invitation to explore the hidden gems, vibrant...

Benedetto Croce's History of Europe in the Nineteenth Century is a classic work of European history. In this sweeping narrative, Croce covers the major events and movements that shaped the continent during this pivotal century. From the French Revolution to the rise of industrialization,...

A comprehensive history of Europe from the eighteenth century to the aftermath of World War I, written by Charles Austin Beard and James Harvey Robinson. This book provides a detailed perspective on the political, social, and cultural forces that shaped modern Europe. It is...

Originally published in 1894, this book provides a detailed analysis of the history and structure of local government in England. Covering topics such as the role of local councils, the powers of local officials, and the relationship between local and national government, this book...

This is an authoritative account of the complex and volatile political climate surrounding the Eastern Question in the 19th century. Duke of Argyll provides a detailed examination of the historical events that led to the Treaty of Berlin in 1878 and their impact on...

The trial of Dragoljub Draza Mihailovic was a high-profile case in post-World War II Yugoslavia, in which Mihailovic was accused of collaboration with the Nazis. In this book, Mihailovic tells his side of the story, offering a detailed account of his actions during the...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...