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Moving beyond familiar narratives of abolition, Xia Shi introduces the contentious public presence of concubines in Republican China. Drawing on a rich variety of historical sources, Shi highlights ……続きを見る

The Fall of France, 1940 tells the dramatic story of how one of the world's most powerful armies collapsed in just six weeks. From the false calm of the Phoney War to the shock of German tanks burst……続きを見る

For more than a century readers have found Herman Melville’s writing rich with philosophical ideas, yet there has been relatively little written about what, exactly, is philosophically significant a……続きを見る

⚔️ A legendary swordsman. A lifetime of battles. A timeless guide to victory. In The Book of Five Rings, Miyamoto Musashi, the greatest samurai of Japan's feudal era, distills the wisdom gained from……続きを見る

OUT APRIL 2025! The iconic bestseller Prisoners of Geography, updated with brand new content to reflect the changing global geopolitical landscape since it was first published 10 years ago. *THE SUN……続きを見る

How are intergenerational relationships playing out in and through the digital rhythms of the household? Through extensive fieldwork in Tokyo, Shanghai and Melbourne, this book ethnographically expl……続きを見る

**'Compelling and important' - Rana Mitter, The Observer 'Few books qualify as essential reading but Ghost Nation is one of them' - Clive Hamilton, bestselling co-author of The Hidden Hand 'A though……続きを見る

Uncovers a spiritual dimension in the transition to the Anthropocene What is the role of religion in shaping interactions and relations between the human and nonhuman in nature? Why are Muslim and C……続きを見る

ONE OF THE ECONOMIST'S BEST BOOKS OF 2025 • The definitive history of Russia’s most secret spy program, from the earliest days of the Soviet Union to Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, and a revelatory ex……続きを見る

From one of Britain's most distinguished historians and the bestselling author of Hitler, this is the definitive history of a divided Europe, from the aftermath of the Second World War to the presen……続きを見る

‘A riveting book … In combining the passion of Robert Macfarlane with the incisiveness of Patrick Radden Keefe, Shaw has announced himself as a brilliant new voice in science writing’ RACHEL CLARKE,……続きを見る

The Nazis and their collaborators buried over 100,000 victims at Babyn Yar, a ravine in modern-day Ukraine. Most of the individuals were Jewish, making this area one of the most infamous mass murder……続きを見る

Step into the rugged charm of the Western genre 〓 with "10 Timeless Tales of the Wild West" 〓✨. This collection brings you an incredible mix of classic Western storytelling, filled with gripping a……続きを見る

The European Union (EU) stands out as a fascinatingly unique political organisation. On the one hand, it has shown the potential for developing deep and wide-ranging cooperation between member state……続きを見る

How has the Japanese government persuaded its citizens to save substantial portions of their incomes? And to care for the elderly within the family? How did the public come to support legalized pros……続きを見る

“Credit is due to Harrel for giving a solid and analytical three-dimensional view of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. Harrel details the change-continuity in the war.” – The NYMAS Review This book de……続きを見る

The official behind-the-scenes companion to Sir Ridley Scott’s highly anticipated sequel to Gladiator This definitive volume takes readers deep into the extraordinary production of Gladiator II. Exp……続きを見る

In this unique book, His Holiness the Dalai Lama tells the full story of his 75-year struggle with China to save Tibet and its people. Instant New York Times Bestseller The Dalai Lama has had to con……続きを見る

This study offers a radically new perspective on Dutch Neorealism, one that emphasizes the role of film as an apparatus, the effects of which, when emulated in painting, can reproduce the affective ……続きを見る

New York Times Bestseller Featured in the critically acclaimed documentary RBG "It was beyond my wildest imagination that I would one day become the 'Notorious RBG." ー Ruth Bader Ginsburg, 2019 She……続きを見る

A obra-prima da filosofia samurai, pela primeira vez em uma edição integral traduzida do japonês. “O Livro dos Cinco Anéis” é um dos textos fundamentais do pensamento marcial japonês. Escrito por Mi……続きを見る

This book explores the historical and legal importance of two principles, Quod Omnes Tangit, and Tianxia Wei Gong, which have played significant roles in European and Chinese political and legal his……続きを見る

The book provides a clear portrayal of Thailand's culture and society, and explains its significance in the history of human civilization, its strategic geographic location, and its attraction as a ……続きを見る

The Alexandrian War presents a captivating exploration of military strategy and political intrigue in the waning days of the Roman Republic. Through an artful tapestry of narrative styles, it reveal……続きを見る

In 'On Some Ancient Battle-Fields in Lancashire' by Charles Hardwick, readers are taken on a deep dive into the historical and archaeological significance of various battle sites in Lancashire. Hard……続きを見る

The true story of Japan's surrender in World War II and how it nearly didn't happen! In the final days of World War II, Japan lay in ruins and the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki had been obliterat……続きを見る

喜馬拉雅山區族群的生命經歷 搖盪在中國與印度的權力拔河中 強國夾縫中的內陸小國該往何方尋求出路？ 潘美玲 國立陽明交通大學人文社會學系教授兼系主任 專文導讀 尹雯慧 記者 阿潑 文字工作者 林汝羽 《桑和朵瑪……続きを見る

A highly illustrated, authoritative exploration of Operation Apache Snow, including the infamous Battle of Hamburger Hill (Ap Bia Mountain), one of the most significant and well-known actions in the……続きを見る

In "Cheap Postage," Joshua Leavitt explores the intricate interplay between socio-economic forces and the expansion of communication in 19th-century America. Through a series of essays and personal ……続きを見る

In "Dahcotah: Life and Legends of the Sioux Around Fort Snelling," Mary H. Eastman offers a profound exploration of the Sioux Nation, weaving together personal narrative, historical account, and cul……続きを見る