Classical Antiquity: A Captivating Guide to Ancient Greece and Rome and How These Civilizations Influenced Europe, North Africa, and Wester, History Captivating
Описание: The Hittites built a remarkable civilization that deserves a spot in history. Sadly, few historians have been ready to tackle the task of uncovering the true story of these astonishing people. And thus, it can be hard for readers to find an easy-to-read and cohesive resource on this fascinating civilization.
If you want to discover the captivating history of Spartacus, then keep reading...
Almost 2,100 years ago, a gladiator walked out of the arena. And he never walked back into it.
Spartacus, a Thracian whose early life is hidden in the mists of history, is one of the most infamous figures of antiquity. Perhaps the most famous gladiator of all, parts of Spartacus' story inspired elements of the award-winning film Gladiator (2000). Yet even though his story is familiar to millions, he remains a strangely mysterious figure, one whose innermost heart was never revealed to the world. All of the existing records about Spartacus and the war that he started and lost were written by Roman historians. None of the slaves' account of these events has survived the onslaught of the years; thus, many of Spartacus' actions, and all of his motives, are matters of speculation.
Even Plutarch, a contemporary, could only guess at what this hero of the oppressed truly wanted or how he really felt. Diving into this great man's psyche and puzzling together his thoughts and feelings is a fascinating subject. And his story makes for gripping reading.
In Spartacus: A Captivating Guide to the Thracian Gladiator Who Led the Slave Rebellion Called the Third Servile War against the Roman Republic, you will discover topics such as
Thrace and Its Enemies
On the Romans' Side
Sold
The Real Gladiator
Ambush
Facing the Legions
The Lone Volunteer
At the Feet of the Alps
Defeat
Betrayed by the Pirates
Crassus' Wall
The Last Stand
Aftermath
Legacy
And much, much more
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Описание: Before the modern country was born in 1821, the territory that today comprises 32 states and few small islands was inhabited by ancient dynasties and kingdoms of warriors, astronomers, priests, temples for human sacrifice, and, surprisingly, some of the largest cities in the world.
Описание: Explore Captivating Myths of Japanese Deities, Yokai, Heroes and Heroines The study of mythology and folklore is a peculiar one to the extent that we are looking into things which are generally regarded as untrue yet critically important to a culture. We are also taking on the study of the "lore of the folk," and this faces us with the question of exactly which folk we are talking about. Japan, of course, is a single nation, but its origins are so old and often so fragmented that unified mythology and folklore can be difficult to point to. Still, in all, there are some key texts, tales, and characters we can focus on which will give us a pretty good sense of Japanese mythology. In this book, you'll discover stories of mystery, horror, and romance while simultaneously learning about the Japanese culture. Within this book, you'll find the following Japanese myths and topics covered
The Creation Stories
The Myths of Origins
The Journey to the Underworld
The Wanderings of Susano-o
The Birth of Amaterasu, Trukuyumi, Susawono, and the Leech-Child
The Story of the Comb and the Curse
Amaterasu and Susanowo
The Contract of Amaterasu and Susawono
Stories of the Three Most Evil Yokai of Japan
Stories of Helpful Yokai
My Lord Bag of Rice
The Story of Urashima Taro
The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter and Kaguya hime
The Legend of Yamato Takeru
Contemporary Versions of Japanese Mythology
And more
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If you're looking for a collection of Roman myths that speaks to all ages then keep reading...
Feats of strength and skill, monsters, magic, divine interventions, and the overcoming of impossible odds by larger-than-life figures all feature in this book.
The Roman myths contained in this collection will be brought to life so all the details are more than merely a bunch of dry facts.
Not only does this book offer captivating stories for you to enjoy, but it also gives you impressive knowledge about history. For example, the story of the rape of Lucretia, an incident that supposedly sparked the revolt against the early Roman monarchy and led to the development of the early Republic, may have been based on actual historical persons and events.
Roman Mythology: Captivating Roman Myths of Roman Gods, Goddesses, Heroes and Mythological Creatures includes stories such as:
The Wanderings of Aeneas
The Story of the Founding of Rome
The Rape of Lucretia
Hercules and the Giant of Latium
The Quest for the Golden Fleece
The Creation of the World
And many more
So if you want a collection of engaging Roman myths that can cause some people to scream for more as oppose to falling asleep, click the "add to cart" button
Описание: It could be said that European kings and nobles in the Middle Ages were Crusade mad. The enormous amount of fighting men who periodically sailed off to the Near East to do battle with Muslims are evidence of the widespread popularity of overseas adventurism at the time.
If you want to discover the captivating history of the United States of America, then keep reading...
Eight captivating manuscripts in one book:
The History of the United States: A Captivating Guide to American History, Including Events Such as the American Revolution, French and Indian War, Boston Tea Party, Pearl Harbor, and the Gulf War
The American Revolution: A Captivating Guide to the American Revolutionary War and the United States of America's Struggle for Independence from Great Britain
The Civil War: A Captivating Guide to the American Civil War and Its Impact on the History of the United States
History of Chicago: A Captivating Guide to the People and Events that Shaped the Windy City's History
The Roaring Twenties: A Captivating Guide to a Period of Dramatic Social and Political Change, a False Sense of Prosperity, and Its Impact on the Great Depression
The Great Depression: A Captivating Guide to the Worldwide Economic Depression that Began in the United States, Including the Wall Street Crash, FDR's New deal, Hitler's Rise and More
Pearl Harbor: A Captivating Guide to the Surprise Military Strike by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service that Caused the United States of America's Formal Entry into World War II
The Gulf War: A Captivating Guide to the United States-Led Persian Gulf War against Iraq for Their Invasion and Annexation of Kuwait
Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include:
The People Who Were There First
A Time of Exploration
And much, much more
Some of the topics covered in part 2 of this book include:
Colonial America
The Seven Years' War and Its Consequences
Taxation Without Representation
And much, much more
In part 3 of this book, you will:
An Uneasy Nation
The Foundation Cracks
And much, much more
Some of the topics covered in part 4 of this book include:
The Chicago Trail of Tears
All Roads (and Railways) Lead to Chicago
And much, much more
Some of the topics covered in part 6 of this book include:
Causes of the Great Depression 1918-1929
Herbert Hoover and the Early Years of the Depression
And much, much more
Some of the topics covered in part 7 of this book include:
The Pearl Harbor Naval Base, Pre-1941
Post-World War I Pearl Harbor
And much, much more
Some of the topics covered in part 8 of this book include:
Iraqi-Kuwaiti Relations and the Prelude to the War
Circumstances and Causes of the Gulf Conflic
And much, much more
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If you want to discover the captivating history of Japan, then keep reading...
Japan is one of the most adaptable countries in the world. It is capable of very rapid change, even after crises that would halt the progress of other nations. When the shogunates collapsed in the 17th century, the feudal system disintegrated. Within a year's time, though, railroads replaced ox carts. During World War I, a first-rate economy sprung up on deserted farmlands. During World War II, the modest islands of Japan burgeoned into an empire with one of the most powerful navies in the world. After the devastation of that world war, Japan emerged as one of the most modern countries in the world. The Japanese have survived frequent earthquakes and tsunamis and rebuilt their cities using enviable technologies.
The Japanese progressed throughout the eras because of the emperor, but they also progressed despite him. These are people who never let go of their sacred history, and their story is told and retold in art, film, literature, and even graphic novels across the entire world. Terms such as shoguns, samurai, haiku, anime, and manga are familiar to many in the Western world today. Westerners also learn flower arranging, martial arts, meditation, and enjoy a variety of visual and digital art forms because of the unique culture of Japan.
In History of Japan: A Captivating Guide to Japanese History, Including Events Such as the Genpei War, Mongol Invasions, Battle of Tsushima, and Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, you will discover topics such as
Children of the Sun
Warring Clans
The Two Imperial Courts
Edo Japan: Part One-1603 to 1638
Edo Period: Part Two-1638 to 1868
The Meiji Restoration
Foreign Relations
The Taisho Era
The Showa Era
Japan in World War II and Its Aftermath
Heisei Era
And much, much more
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