著者:James Suzman
出版社: Penguin Publishing Group
発売日: 2021年01月19日
**"This book is a tour de force." -- Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Give and Take
A revolutionary new history of humankind through the prism of work by leading anthropologist James……続きを見る
出版社: University of California Press
発売日: 2020年07月28日
During the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, Chinggis Khan and his heirs established the largest contiguous empire in the history of the world, extending from Korea to Hungary and from Iraq, Tibe……続きを見る
In "The End of the Middle Ages," A. Mary F. Robinson meticulously dissects the socio-political and cultural transformations that marked the transition from the medieval era to the Renaissance. Throu……続きを見る
Alfred W. Pollard's "An Essay on Colophons, with Specimens and Translations" delves into the often-overlooked yet fascinating world of colophons'Äînotes at the end of manuscripts that provide insigh……続きを見る
“In many ways, Land combines bits and pieces of many of Winchester’s previous books into a satisfying, globe-trotting whole. . . . Winchester is, once again, a consummate guide.”ーBoston Globe
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In "Royalty in All Ages," T. F. Thiselton-Dyer presents a comprehensive exploration of the concept of royalty across various cultures and historical epochs. The book intricately weaves together inte……続きを見る
In "Time and Clocks: A Description of Ancient and Modern Methods of Measuring Time," Sir Henry H. Cunynghame meticulously explores the evolution of timekeeping devices from antiquity to contemporary……続きを見る
Edward William Lane's "Arabian Society in the Middle Ages: Studies From The Thousand and One Nights" offers an incisive exploration into the cultural, social, and historical contexts of Arabian life……続きを見る
In "Curiosities of Christian History Prior to the Reformation," James Paterson intricately weaves a narrative that explores the lesser-known yet fascinating aspects of Christianity before the seismi……続きを見る
George Park Fisher's "Outlines of Universal History" presents a comprehensive and accessible overview of global history, meticulously designed to serve both as a text-book for academic settings and ……続きを見る
“For readers in search of a thoughtful, thorough, and approachable survey of the history of religion, this book is an excellent place to start.”ーBooklist
Written for those with faith and for those ……続きを見る
In "The New Teaching of History," H. G. Wells advocates for a revolutionary pedagogical approach to the study of history. Written in the early 20th century, the text reflects Wells' commitment to ma……続きを見る
In "Ten Great Events in History," James Johonnot meticulously chronicles pivotal moments that have shaped human civilization, weaving together a narrative that is both informative and engaging. Each……続きを見る
In the period from 1500 to 1800 the problem of violence necessitated asking fundamental questions and formulating answers about the most basic forms of human organisation and interactions. Violence ……続きを見る
This book explores one of the most intractable problems of human existence - our propensity to inflict violence. It provides readers with case studies of political, social, economic, religious, stru……続きを見る
The first in a four-volume set, The Cambridge World History of Violence, volume I provides a comprehensive examination of violence in prehistory and the ancient world. Covering the period through to……続きを見る
In "Early European History," Hutton Webster embarks on a comprehensive examination of the formative years of Europe, tracing the evolution of its cultures, societies, and political structures from a……続きを見る
In "Manners, Customs, and Dress During the Middle Ages and During the Renaissance Period," P. L. Jacob provides a rich, detailed examination of the social practices, cultural norms, and fashion tren……続きを見る
In "History of Astronomy," George Forbes presents a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of celestial observations and the revolution of thought that shaped humanity's understanding of the uni……続きを見る
In "Superstition and Force," Henry Charles Lea meticulously examines the intricate relationship between power and belief in society, particularly during the medieval period. Through a rich tapestry ……続きを見る
In "General History for Colleges and High Schools," P. V. N. Myers presents a comprehensive synthesis of historical narratives, expertly weaving together events, cultures, and ideologies spanning fr……続きを見る
In "The Magic of the Middle Ages," Viktor Rydberg offers a captivating exploration of the mystical and cultural phenomena that defined medieval Europe. Through eloquent prose that artfully intertwin……続きを見る
In C. G. Addison's 'The History of the Knights Templars, the Temple Church, and the Temple', readers are taken on a fascinating journey through the history of the legendary Knights Templars and thei……続きを見る
The "Old English Chronicles" is a remarkable anthology that assembles key narratives from the Anglo-Saxon period, encapsulating the historical events, cultural intricacies, and societal norms of ear……続きを見る
著者:Chet Van Duzer
出版社: Springer International Publishing
発売日: 2022年05月02日
This open access book presents the first detailed study of one of the most important masterpieces of Renaissance cartography, Martin Waldseemüller’s Carta marina of 1516. By transcribing, translatin……続きを見る
The Six Dynasties Period (220–589 CE) is one of the most complex in Chinese history. Written by leading scholars from across the globe, the essays in this volume cover nearly every aspect of the per……続きを見る