When the Berlin Wall was stormed and the Soviet Union fell apart, the West and above all the United States looked like the sole victors of history. Three decades later, the spirit of triumph rings hollow. What went wrong? In this sequel to his award-winning history of neoliberal Europe, the renowned historian Philip...

Delve into the captivating world of Roman Britain with this concise exploration of one of history's most intriguing eras. In this meticulously researched book, uncover the remarkable story of Roman occupation in Britain, spanning from the invasions of Julius Caesar to the eventual decline of Roman influence. Journey...

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This work applies generational mapping to the Ancestral Pueblo, using 15-year intervals. Distinct phases, found in other cultures, will be tested as to their applicability. They include: 1) "Invisible" Beginnings; 2) Establishment; 3) Novel Consolidation and Opening Up; 4) Crisis & Creativity; 5) Empire and Inclusio...

In 'The Constitutional History of England' by Henry Hallam, readers are taken on a scholarly and detailed journey through the evolution of England's political structure. Hallam's book is a meticulously researched and eloquently written account of the constitutional development of England, from the Anglo-Saxon period...

This book suggests an innovative theoretical framework to understand the meltdown and civil wars of countries such as Yemen, Syria, and Libya after their 2011 uprisings, using Yemen as a case study. The interaction between different types of state formation and regional rivalry can explain, respectively, the civil w...

In "Pirates," Charles Johnson masterfully narrates the thrilling adventures of notorious buccaneers, intertwining vivid, dramatic prose with biographical sketches that reveal the complex lives of these maritime outlaws. The book is both an engaging work of popular literature and a significant historical account, pro...

Award-winning writer, columnist, and journalists Carl Zimmer selects twenty science and nature essays that represent the best examples of the form published in 2022. “What's most compelling about a scientific story is the way it challenges us to think about the concepts we take for granted,” writes guest editor Carl...

Esta edición digital en formato ePub se ha realizado a partir de una edición impresa digitalizada que forma parte de los fondos de la Biblioteca Nacional de España. El proyecto de creación de ePubs a partir de obras digitalizadas de la BNE pretende enriquecer la oferta de servicios de la Biblioteca Digital Hispánica...

George Washington's "State of the Union Addresses" is a foundational text that captures the genesis of American political discourse and governance. In this compilation, Washington articulates the burgeoning nation's values and aspirations, presenting a unique blend of rhetorical grace and pragmatic forethought. His ...

Henry Robert Plomer's "A Short History of English Printing, 1476-1898" serves as a seminal exploration of the evolution of print in England, spanning over four centuries of technological and cultural transformation. Plomer meticulously catalogues the emergence of the printing press in the late 15th century, tracing ...

In "The Colonies, 1492-1750," Reuben Gold Thwaites meticulously chronicles the formative period of American history, exploring the complexities of European colonization, indigenous relations, and the socio-political dynamics that shaped the early American colonies. Written in a rich narrative style that combines det...

Libro clásico de la gastronomía venezolana, que incluye 30 biografías culinarias cuidadosamente seleccionadas de la obra; una de cada estado, y cuatro platos nacionales. Además contiene las recetas de los treinta platos mencionados en la obra original. Las crónicas culinarias que conforman este libro fueron publicad...

In an uprising heard around the world, people in Argentina took to the streets on December 19th & 20th, 2001, shouting “¡Qué se vayan todos!” These words (All of them out!), and the thousands of people banging pots and pans, opened a period of intense social unrest and political creativity that led to the collapse o...

In "Letters of the Right Honourable Lady Mーy Wーy Mーe," Mary Wortley Lady Montagu offers a remarkable glimpse into the early 18th century, blending personal narrative with sharp social critique. Composed in the epistolary style, these letters reveal her experiences and observations during her travels in Turkey, pr...

In "Brave Deeds of Union Soldiers," Samuel Scoville delivers a poignant account of the valor and sacrifices made by soldiers of the Union during the American Civil War. Scoville artfully intertwines personal narratives and historical events, employing a vivid and accessible literary style that brings to life the str...