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This book is a completely revised version of The Power of Prophecy; Prince Dipanagara and the End of an Old Order in Java, 1785–1855 (2007). A vivid biography of Indonesia’s foremost national hero, ……続きを見る

Al-Andalus, the Arabic name for the medieval Islamic state in Iberia, endured for over 750 years following the Arab and Berber conquest of Hispania in 711. While the popular perception of al-Andalus……続きを見る

Après avoir gravi une des hautes montagnes d’Haïti, je portai mes regards du côté de l’intérieur, et je fus frappé de l’exactitude des paroles d’un amiral anglais qui, après avoir chiffonné une feui……続きを見る

In "Umbrellas and Their History," William Sangster meticulously explores the evolution of umbrellas from ancient protective devices to modern-day fashion accessories. Combining meticulous research w……続きを見る

In "The Imperial Peace," W. M. Ramsay systematically explores the effects of the Roman Empire on the social, political, and cultural dynamics of the regions it encompassed. Employing a blend of hist……続きを見る

Few places in the world carry the heavy burden of history as effortlessly as Kashi, or Varanasi, has. The holy city embodies the very soul of our civilization and personifies the resilience that we ……続きを見る

A best-selling journalist’s illuminating tour through the hidden legacies and modern realities of British empire that exposes how much of the present-day United Kingdom is actually rooted in its col……続きを見る

During the twentieth century, the relationship between the Church of England and the British state was transformed. The character and dynamics of the connections shifted as politics became more demo……続きを見る

Ein barbarisches Attentat von palästinensischen Terroristen auf Israel löste eine der schwersten Nahost-Krisen der Geschichte aus. Der verheerende Krieg Israels gegen den Gazastreifen, die Angriffe ……続きを見る

This book presents an original and archivally rich account of the Church of England’s institutional grappling with matters of sex, relationships, marriage, birth control, and same-sex attraction bet……続きを見る

In an unexpected adventure that sparks curiosity and admiration, a dog named Boca climbs Egypt's famous pyramids, becoming a symbol of bravery and exploration. "Boca: The Dog Who Climbed the Pyramid……続きを見る

This anthology is dedicated to honor and preserve from oblivion the great courage, the sacrifices and the ultimate devotion of all Americans during the Civil War - the soldiers, the volunteers, the ……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

The anthology 'The Monitor and the Merrimac' brings together an eclectic mix of narratives that explore the iconic maritime confrontation between the two eponymous ironclad warships during the Ameri……続きを見る

An examination of the failures of the Mexican Revolution through the visual and material records. The Mexican Revolution (1910–1920) introduced a series of state-led initiatives promising modernity,……続きを見る

A comprehensive historical, geographic, and thematic analysis of the multidimensional and dynamic migration experience of Ethiopians within and beyond Africa. Ethiopia is one of the largest African ……続きを見る

Bestselling author and journalist Sathnam Sanghera explores the global legacy of the British Empire, and the ways it continues to influence economics, politics, and culture around the world. 2.6 bil……続きを見る

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER In his ground-breaking new book, Sathnam Sanghera traces the legacies of British empire around the world. ‘A wonderful book’ Rory Stewart ‘Nuanced and deeply rese……続きを見る

This book delves into the history of the commercialization of wildlife in India. It examines the colonial strategies that were employed in the commodification of wildlife resources specifically for ……続きを見る

The remarkable story of the Finnish marksman nicknamed "White Death" by the Red Army for his record number of confirmed kills. Simo Häyhä is the most famous sniper in the world. During the Winter Wa……続きを見る

The essays in this volume examine the nature and extent of disease on indigenous communities and local populations located within the vast regions of the Indian and Pacific Oceans as a result of col……続きを見る

This book has been written about the struggles for survival of three generations of an extended Tatar family who lived through the most turbulent periods of Russian, as well as Chinese, history. It ……続きを見る

《帝国之道：欧洲扩张400年》是英国著名历史学家、思想家拉姆齐·缪尔初版于1917年的重要著作，20余年多次再版，本书根据1939年第六版译出。全书以理性、平衡的视界描述了欧洲在全球的扩张过程，扩张过程的参与者英……続きを見る

Published in 1909 and long out of print, The Thousand and One Churches remains a seminal study of the postclassical monuments of Anatolia. Now a new generation of readers can learn of the extensive ……続きを見る

This book is an autobiography of my experiences in combat during the Vietnam War. At those controversial times, I had to reinvent myself and adjust to every unique situation, not only for my surviva……続きを見る

Una obra actualizada indispensable para conocer un país que ha influido sorprendentemente en el devenir de la historia mundial. Historia de Chile narra la evolución política, social y económica desd……続きを見る

Fifteen Brave Men and Women of Bharat who Never Succumbed to the Challenges of Invaders But were Lost and Forgotten in the Annals of History. These are the stories of those Bravehearts who Fought to……続きを見る

Prophet Isa Ibn Maryam or Prophet Jesus in the New Testament, is considered to be a Messenger of God and al-Masih (the Messiah) in Islam. Who was sent to guide the Children of Israel (bani israil) w……続きを見る

John W. Dafoe was a dominant figure in western Canadian political history during the first half of the twentieth century. As editor of the Winnipeg Free Press from 1901 to 1944, he gained an interna……続きを見る

After fleeing their homeland, Australian refugee policies threaten to tear this young couple apart. An unforgettable story of love, hope and a quest for freedom. At seventeen, all Mojgan Shamsalipoo……続きを見る