Fenn - History 1

Jonathan Fennell is hoofdonderzoeker en -docent aan het Defence Studies Deparment van King’s College London, mededirecteur van het Sir Michael Howard Centre for the History of War en medeoprichter e……続きを見る

In 225 BCE, a Carthaginian naval commander sailed north past the Tin Islands of Britain into waters no Mediterranean captain had charted. He returned by a different route than he left. He brought ba……続きを見る

Hoch auf den sanften Hügeln von Oxfordshire erstreckt sich eine gigantische, abstrakte Pferdefigur, die tief in den weißen Kreideuntergrund geschnitten wurde. Das Uffington White Horse ist über drei……続きを見る

The British Empire stole a lot of stuff. Much of it still sits in museums, galleries and private collections today, accompanied by calm labels and polite plaques. The reality, however, is far messie……続きを見る

The first volume of a ground-breaking and truly global trilogy on the Second World War, from an exciting, prize-winning academic. Between 1931 and 1949, a series of crises threatened world order and……続きを見る

Hvilket Europa vågner vi op til i morgen?I en tid, hvor kriser, krig og forandringer ryster kontinentet, åbner to venner og to af Danmarks mest markante stemmer døren til en samtale om Europas fremt……続きを見る

In "Facts and Speculations on the Origin and History of Playing Cards," William Andrew Chatto delves into the intriguing lineage of playing cards, tracing their origins from the East to their eventu……続きを見る

The Aegean Sea laps the shores of the Holy Mountain of Athos, a self-governing monastic republic on a peninsula in Northern Greece. Twenty ruling monasteries comprise the republic; one of those is t……続きを見る

"The Khedive's Country" by George Manville Fenn is a captivating historical fiction adventure set in Egypt during the Victorian era. The narrative revolves around British military personnel embroile……続きを見る

"Mass' George: A Boy's Adventures in the Old Savannah" by George Manville Fenn is a captivating historical fiction set in the Southern United States during the Civil War era. The novel follows the a……続きを見る

This George Alfred Henty book of tales by George Manville Fenn seeks to amalgamate numerous ancient fiction narratives into a unmarried, handy volume, permitting a various readership to interact wit……続きを見る

"First in the Field" by means of George Manville Fenn is a riveting historical journey that immerses readers inside the tumultuous events of the beyond. Set in opposition to the backdrop of the Napo……続きを見る

A historical novel by George Manville Fenn describes the early days of British colonization in Australia, especially in New South Wales. The story is set on the adventurous journey of the protagonis……続きを見る

"The King's Esquires" is an engaging historical novel penned by using George Manville Fenn. Set towards the backdrop of medieval England, the narrative follows the adventures of a collection of youn……続きを見る

Reconstruction is one of the most complex, overlooked, and misunderstood periods of American history. The thirteen essays in this volume address the multiple struggles to make good on President Abra……続きを見る

Do not imagine that, like a great spider, I will give you a hard gripe, and infuse venom to blow you up. No; I mean to catch you gently, whisper in your ear, Be good, and you will be beloved, Be goo……続きを見る

This Pulitzer Prize–winning work pieces together the lost history of the Mandan Native Americans and their thriving society on the Upper Missouri River. The Mandan people's bustling towns in present……続きを見る

“Dull this book is not, and it gives an insight into the many scandals not spoken about in polite Victorian drawing rooms.” ーGlasgow **& West of Scotland Family History S**ociety Peek beneath the b……続きを見る

This history of the Regency period's hidden stories reveals the human drama behind the elegant exteriors. This book takes an entertaining and enlightening peek at the secrets and scandals of the Reg……続きを見る

Durable authoritarian rule often rests on the co-optation of challengers. The conventional story is straightforward: rulers entice opposition groups to “sell out,” offering them benefits if they set……続きを見る

The History of American Military is a compelling anthology that weaves together an intricate tapestry of the United States' martial narrative, charting the evolution of its armed forces and military……続きを見る

The History of Ancient Egypt is a meticulously curated anthology that invites readers into the complex and fascinating world of one of humanity's earliest civilizations. Through a blend of historica……続きを見る

The anthology "The History of the Peloponnesian War" brings together the monumental works of Xenophon and Thucydides, offering a comprehensive exploration of the protracted conflict between Athens a……続きを見る

The anthology 'The History of American & French Revolution' offers a comprehensive exploration of two epochal events that reshaped global history. Through a tapestry of essays, memoirs, and historic……続きを見る

The Discovery of Tutankhamun's Tomb presents an enthralling tapestry woven from vivid narratives and historical accounts that collectively unearth the monumental nature of one of archaeology's most ……続きを見る

In "Evacuation Day, 1783, Its Many Stirring Events," James Riker meticulously chronicles the pivotal moments and profound implications surrounding the withdrawal of British troops from New York City……続きを見る

In "Fians, Fairies and Picts," David MacRitchie embarks on an intricate exploration of Scottish folklore, blending anthropological insights with literary analysis. The work delves into the mythic na……続きを見る

The History of Ancient Egypt masterfully encapsulates the grandeur and complexity of one of history's most enduring civilizations through a blend of insightful historical analysis and evocative narr……続きを見る

The Final Warren Commission Report stands as a monumental collection that encapsulates the U.S. Government's exhaustive investigation into the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Bridging th……続きを見る

The African Diaspora Archaeology volume is compiled by Chris Fennell, organizer of the African Diaspora Archaeological Network (ADAN): www.diaspora.uiuc.edu. This publication includes an introductio……続きを見る