Baltic States 7

Nella vita si perdono molte cose, i genitori, gli amici, gli oggetti. Ma perdere il proprio Paese e il partito in cui si militava con entusiasmo non è molto frequente. In qualche modo ci si sente o……続きを見る

The inhabitants of Vilnius, the present-day capital of Lithuania, have spoken various languages and professed different religions while living together in relative harmony over the years. The city h……続きを見る

Offering a rare glimpse into the lives of those who lived through the German occupation of Poland's capital, this important ethnography explores how elderly residents of Warsaw recollect, narrate, a……続きを見る

Siberian Passage, first published in 1949, is a fascinating look at the land and peoples of far northern Russia in the early 1900s. The author was a member of a Russian scientific expedition which e……続きを見る

From the back of a boat it is easy to feel close to the past, even the very distant past. The waves that surge around you and the wind that fills your sails are the same as those that carried the an……続きを見る

Samuel R. Watkins' 'Co. Aytch: Maury Grays First Tennessee Regiment' is a poignant and detailed memoir recounting the author's experiences as a soldier in the Confederate Army during the American Ci……続きを見る

In 'The Wartime Journal of a Georgia Girl' by Eliza Frances Andrews, readers are transported back to the American Civil War era through the intimate and poignant journal entries of a young Southern ……続きを見る

'An insightful, nuanced account that highlights the present multitude of currents at play in Europe' - Peter Pomerantsev The Baltics are vital democracies in North-Eastern Europe, but with a bellige……続きを見る

In 'Biography for Beginners', Various authors have compiled a collection of short biographies of notable figures from throughout history, ranging from ancient emperors to modern innovators. The book……続きを見る

Maturin M. Ballou's 'The Story of Malta' is a meticulously researched and eloquently written historical account that delves into the rich tapestry of Malta's past. Ballou masterfully weaves together……続きを見る

In 'Where Are We Going?' by David Lloyd George, the reader is taken on a thought-provoking journey through the author's unique blend of autobiographical reflections, political commentary, and philos……続きを見る

Robert Knox's 'An Historical Relation of the Island Ceylon in the East Indies' is a seminal work that provides a detailed and insightful account of the island of Ceylon during the 17th century. Writ……続きを見る

Tradotto e curato da Luca Bistolfi «Questo libro rimette le cose al loro posto, superando ogni luogo comune circolato in questi due decenni. Credo che ne uscirà un film memorabile». Cristian Mungiu,……続きを見る

Politically and militarily powerful, early modern Scandinavia played an essential role in the development of Central European culture from the sixteenth to the eighteenth century. In this volume, Kr……続きを見る

Reisikirjad: Veoautol läbi Lõuna-Eesti, Pühajärvele, Kaluritega Uhtju saarele, Kundast Suursaarele. [...] Mõned reisijad püüavad kaardi järgi jälgida läbisõidetud teed, kaotavad aga sageli orienteer……続きを見る

In 'The Interest of America in Sea Power, Present and Future' by A. T. Mahan, the renowned author analyzes the significance of sea power for America, both in the current context and in the future, s……続きを見る

In 'Capturing a Locomotive' by William Pittenger, readers are taken on a thrilling journey through the American Civil War, specifically focusing on the daring mission of a group of Union soldiers to……続きを見る

In 'The New Stone Age in Northern Europe' by John M. Tyler, the author delves into the archaeological remains of the Stone Age in Northern Europe, providing a comprehensive study of the cultural and……続きを見る

In 'A British Rifle Man' by George Simmons, readers are introduced to the gripping tale of a British soldier serving in World War II. The book is a poignant reflection on the harsh realities of war,……続きを見る

Asian Odyssey, first published in 1940, is the autobiographical account of Dmitri Alioshin’s experiences in Siberia and Mongolia in the chaotic, often extremely violent times following the Russian R……続きを見る

Geraldine Bonner's 'The Emigrant Trail' is a gripping novel that follows the journey of a young immigrant family as they navigate the challenges of settling in the American West during the mid-19th ……続きを見る

In 'Sir Humphrey Gilbert's Voyage to Newfoundland', Edward Hayes meticulously recounts the journey and adventures of Sir Humphrey Gilbert in his attempt to establish a colony in Newfoundland. Writte……続きを見る

In 'The Spanish Pioneers' by Charles Fletcher Lummis, the reader is taken on a captivating journey through the history of Spanish exploration in the American Southwest. Lummis vividly portrays the s……続きを見る

This book provides the first comprehensive overview of atheism, secularity and non-religion in Central and Eastern Europe in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. In contrast to scholarship that……続きを見る

Henry Clay's Remarks in House and Senate is a collection of speeches delivered by the renowned politician in both chambers of the U.S. Congress. Written in a persuasive and eloquent style, the book ……続きを見る

In 'Bank of the Manhattan Company, Chartered 1799: A Progressive Commercial Bank', Anonymous explores the history and evolution of one of the oldest banks in America. Through meticulous research and……続きを見る

Filson Young's 'The Relief of Mafeking' provides a comprehensive account of the famous Siege of Mafeking during the Second Boer War. Young's writing style is highly descriptive and engaging, offerin……続きを見る

In her travelogue 'Béarn and the Pyrenees', Louisa Stuart Costello intricately weaves together a vivid depiction of the picturesque landscapes of southern France and northern Spain with insightful h……続きを見る

Mary Devereux's 'From Kingdom to Colony' is a gripping historical novel that delves into the transition of a once-powerful kingdom into a struggling colony. Through vivid descriptions and engaging n……続きを見る

In William Wells Brown's novel 'Clotelle; Or, The Colored Heroine,' the author delves into the complexities of race, identity, and the harsh realities faced by African Americans in the Southern Stat……続きを見る