Mercer - History 1

The first humans to populate the Americas did not arrive by boat; they walked across a massive, flourishing continent that connected modern-day Siberia to Alaska. This was Beringia, a sprawling, ice……続きを見る

Billed as the unbreakable "Iron Dam" and a triumph of socialist engineering, the Banqiao Reservoir in Henan province was designed to withstand a once-in-a-millennium flood. But in August 1975, the s……続きを見る

Until Bexleyheath was enclosed in the nineteenth century, it was a wild area,the haunt of footpads and highwaymen. The development of textile printing by Charles Swaisland in Crayford drew workers t……続きを見る

Long before it was used to power modern smartphones and electric vehicles, cobalt was prized for a completely different reason: its unparalleled ability to produce a brilliant, indestructible blue. ……続きを見る

For over a millennium, the majestic temples and tombs of ancient Egypt stood silent. The intricate hieroglyphs carved into their walls were considered magical symbols, completely unreadable by moder……続きを見る

Este libro relata la historia de Alejandro Magno, rey de Macedonia, que soñó y luchó por conseguir un gran imperio que uniera Oriente y Occidente y fusionara la cultura helénica con la asiática. En ……続きを見る

Journal of the Waterloo Campaign Vol. 2 (of 2) by Cavalie Mercer continues the riveting firsthand account of one of the most significant military campaigns in history. In this audiobook, Mercer take……続きを見る

Journal of the Waterloo Campaign Vol. 1 (of 2) by Cavalie Mercer is a gripping firsthand account of one of history’s most pivotal military campaigns. In this audiobook, Cavalie Mercer provides an im……続きを見る

In "History of the Commune of 1871," Lissagaray provides a vivid and detailed narrative of the Paris Commune, a pivotal yet often overlooked moment in the history of revolutionary movements. His wri……続きを見る

In "Historical Characteristics of the Celtic Race," William Duguid Geddes presents a meticulous exploration of the Celtic peoples, examining their historical developments, cultural traits, and socia……続きを見る

In "History of France from the Earliest Times," François Guizot embarks on a comprehensive exploration of the French nation, intertwining historical narrative with philosophical reflections on gover……続きを見る

In "History of the Ancient Chaldea," George Rawlinson embarks on an exhaustive exploration of one of the cradle civilizations of human history. This scholarly work is characterized by Rawlinson's me……続きを見る

In "Historic Doubts Relative To Napoleon Buonaparte," Richard Whately presents a compelling examination of the historical reliability surrounding one of history's most enigmatic figures. Written in ……続きを見る

In "History, Manners, and Customs of the North American Indians," Old Humphrey intricately weaves a rich tapestry of Indigenous cultures, drawing from a wealth of historical and ethnographic sources……続きを見る

In "History of Phoenicia," George Rawlinson delivers a meticulously researched and engaging narrative that explores the rich and complex civilization of the Phoenicians. Drawing from an array of anc……続きを見る

P. C. Remondino's "History of Circumcision from the Earliest Times to the Present" offers a comprehensive and meticulous examination of circumcision, tracing its origins through various cultures and……続きを見る

In the early morning hours of March 29, 1911, a fire broke out in the New York State Capitol at Albany. By sunset, the entire western portion of the building had sustained extensive structural damag……続きを見る

"The Pyramid Texts" comprise the oldest known corpus of ancient Egyptian religious and funerary writings. Dating back to the Old Kingdom, specifically the 5th and 6th dynasties (circa 2400-2300 BCE)……続きを見る

Symmes's Theory of Concentric Spheres is an intriguing anthology that delves into the realms of speculative thought and imaginative exploration, intertwining literary styles ranging from historical ……続きを見る

Sexualised Masculinity: Men’s Bodies in 21st Century Media Culture explores evolving portrayals of masculinity in contemporary media, focusing on the increasing eroticisation of the male body. This ……続きを見る

"The Pyramid Texts" is a collection of ancient Egyptian funerary texts that are inscribed on the walls of the pyramids of pharaohs from the Old Kingdom period. However, Samuel A. B. Mercer did not a……続きを見る

How long did the guillotine's blade hang over the heads of French criminals? Was it abandoned in the late 1800s? Did French citizens of the early days of the twentieth century decry its brutality? N……続きを見る

In "Historical Record of the Seventh Regiment, or the Royal Fusiliers," Richard Cannon presents a meticulously detailed account of the illustrious history of one of Britain's most distinguished mili……続きを見る

In "The Kings of Israel and Judah," George Rawlinson provides a meticulous historical account of the monarchs who ruled over the ancient kingdoms of Israel and Judah. This work, marked by Rawlinson'……続きを見る

In "The Greatest Empires & Civilizations of the Ancient East," George Rawlinson meticulously explores the rich tapestry of ancient Eastern civilizations, including the Assyrians, Babylonians, and Pe……続きを見る

In 'History of the British Army' (Vol. 1 & 2), J. W. Fortescue presents a comprehensive chronicle that meticulously documents the evolution of the British Army from its inception to the military ref……続きを見る

In "History of the Rise and Influence of the Spirit of Rationalism in Europe," William Edward Hartpole Lecky meticulously examines the intellectual evolution that led to the emergence of rationalist……続きを見る

In 'The Mint (Unabridged),' the reader is invited to explore the complexities and nuances of life as captured through a myriad of voices, all harmonizing to reveal the human condition. The overarchi……続きを見る

Charles Oman's "The Art of War in the Middle Ages" masterfully explores the evolution of military strategy and tactics from the 9th to the 16th century, revealing how warfare shaped and transformed ……続きを見る

Hippolyte Taine's "The French Revolution" is a profound and meticulous analysis of one of history's most significant upheavals, intricately examining the socio-cultural and political factors that fu……続きを見る