William - Civilization 1

"Remind[s] us that all humankind has a shared past and, particularly with regard to its choice of weapons and warfare, a shared stake in the future." ーStuart Rochester, The Washington Post Book Wo……続きを見る

"The most stimulating and fascinating book that has ever set out to recount and explain the whole history of mankind." ーH. R. Trevor-Roper, The New York Times Book Review The Rise of the West, win……続きを見る

Concise, comprehensive information to give readers a sense of the sweep and continuity of Western historyーfrom the National Book Award-winning author. Renowned historian William H. McNeill provides……続きを見る

The acclaimed chronicle of the discovery of the legendary lost civilization of the Maya. Includes the history of the major Maya sites, including Palenque, Uxmal, Chichen Itza, Tuloom, Copan, and mor……続きを見る

In "The Story of Atlantis," William Scott-Elliot weaves a compelling narrative that seeks to blend myth with scholarly inquiry, offering readers a detailed account of the legendary lost civilization……続きを見る

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Indian Nullification of the Unconstitutional Laws of Massachusetts Relative to the Marshpee Tribe by William Apess is a groundbreaking account of Native American activism and an early example of Ind……続きを見る

In Report by the Governor on a Visit to the Micmac Indians at Bay d'Espoir, William MacGregor, the Governor of Newfoundland, provides a detailed account of his visit to the Micmac people living in t……続きを見る

This Historical Essay is published by "History and Civilization Collection". "Of all the wonderful operations accomplished by the aid of electricity, none so completely mystifies the beholder as the……続きを見る

The origin of the seven-day week is one of the great mysteries in the human history. Many of us don’t know which process had determined this seven-day week that rules our life and activities. The En……続きを見る

In History of the Intellectual Development of Europe, Volume I, John William Draper embarks on an ambitious exploration of the evolution of ideas and knowledge across Europe from ancient times throu……続きを見る

Among the Humorists and After Dinner Speakers, Vol. 1 by William Patten is a lively anthology featuring a collection of humorous stories, witty speeches, and amusing anecdotes from various renowned ……続きを見る

In History of the Intellectual Development of Europe, Volume II, John William Draper continues his exploration of the evolution of ideas and knowledge in Europe, focusing on the period from the Rena……続きを見る

Life on a Mediaeval Barony by William Stearns Davis is a vivid exploration of daily life within a medieval barony in 13th-century France. Davis reconstructs the complex social structure, cultural pr……続きを見る

Royaume emporté par la violence des eaux, comme un paradis à jamais perdu, civilisation hors du commun que les dieux décidèrent d’anéantir, l'Atlantide reste toujours l'une des plus grandes énigmes ……続きを見る

Eleito um dos melhores livros de 2024 pela The Economist e pelo Financial Times. Prefácio de Michael Lewis, autor de O projeto desfazer**.** “McWilliams tem um grande talento para dar vida a uma his……続きを見る

Animal Analogues: Verses and Illustrations by Robert Williams Wood is a charming collection of poetry and illustrations that explores the humorous and symbolic similarities between animals and human……続きを見る

How to Tell the Birds from the Flowers, and Other Wood-cuts by Robert Williams Wood is a whimsical and humorous work that blends poetry, illustrations, and playful observations of nature. The book f……続きを見る

How to Tell the Birds from the Flowers: A Manual of Flornithology for Beginners by Robert Williams Wood is a humorous and satirical work that cleverly blends botany and ornithology. The book is a mo……続きを見る

What if the key to understanding the fate of all civilizations lies in the ruins of the first? This book is not just another history lesson. It is a riveting journey through time, unraveling the unt……続きを見る

Step into the world of brilliance and innovation with The Engineering Marvels of Ancient Greece: How Visionaries Built the Parthenon and Shaped a Golden Age. This captivating exploration takes you b……続きを見る

Step into the heart of West Africa’s golden age with Songhai’s Forgotten Legacy, an enthralling journey through the rise, brilliance, and tragic fall of the Songhai Empireーone of the largest and mo……続きを見る

Why Carthage Lost Its Glory: The Untold Story of an Empire's Fall and Rome’s Rise to Power is a gripping journey through one of the most dramatic power struggles in ancient history. This is the stor……続きを見る

Step into the enthralling world of the Hittites, a forgotten superpower whose awe-inspiring achievements rivaled those of Egypt and Mesopotamia. From their soaring citadels to the innovative Treaty ……続きを見る

The World is Around You, but You are in Your Car is a novel that brings history's great philosophers back to life for one week to Portsmouth, New Hampshire to share their concerns about the deepest ……続きを見る

吳一揆（中信金控總經理）：今天全球是一個複雜經濟體的組合，這個全球文明必須面對金融創新給這個世界帶來的基本問題：如何平衡當下與未來的需求？如何避另一次金融災難的發生？以及如何讓金融創新的利益讓社會每……続きを見る

In "Umbrellas and Their History," William Sangster expertly weaves together a rich tapestry of cultural significance, technological evolution, and personal anecdotes surrounding the seemingly mundan……続きを見る

A spirited volume on the great adventures of science throughout history, for curious readers of all ages “In Mr. Bynum’s telling, a little history goes a long way.”ーAlan Hirshfeld, Wall Street Jour……続きを見る

From the dawn of writing in Sumer to the sunset of the Islamic empire, Founding Gods, Inventing Nations traces four thousand years of speculation on the origins of civilization. Investigating a vast……続きを見る

"An erudite look beyond the Roman Empire's walls . . . A vivid picture of the clash between ancient civilization and prehistoric cultures." ー Kirkus Reviews From 27 B.C. to A.D. 117, the Roman drea……続きを見る