The Bigod Chronicles Book One Ilger Antioch has fallen to the crusader army and for now the killing is over…but at what cost? Typhus is taking the lives of thousands and Ilger Bigod d'Ige lies dying on a soiled straw mat. Hugo de Payen witnesses the miracle of his survival and takes young Ilger under his wing. Belie...

John W. Foster's 'A Century of American Diplomacy' is a comprehensive account of the evolution and impact of American diplomatic efforts over a hundred-year period. Through meticulous research and analysis, Foster delves into the key events, policies, and personalities that have shaped American foreign relations, pr...

In 'Lincoln's Last Day', readers are presented with a magnificently curated anthology that delves deep into the heart of one of America's most pivotal and tragic moments: the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. This collection stands out for its eclectic mix of literary styles, from first-hand accounts to re...

This innovative collection showcases the importance of the relationship between translation and experience in premodern science, bringing together an interdisciplinary group of scholars to offer a nuanced understanding of knowledge transfer across premodern time and space. The volume considers experience as a tool a...

Guided by the multifaceted relations between city and text, Charting Literary Urban Studies: Texts as Models of and for the City attempts to chart the burgeoning field of literary urban studies by outlining how texts in varying degrees function as both representations of the city and as blueprints for its future dev...

This Mayan Colorful Cartoon Illustrated eBook is ideal for kids of any age (and adults too) who love Mayan culture. Enjoy these illustrations from an ancient Mesoamerican civilization depicting priests, warriors, totem masks, pottery, artifacts, rituals and more. URL Link inside for unlimited coloring page downloads...

“For readers in search of a thoughtful, thorough, and approachable survey of the history of religion, this book is an excellent place to start.”ーBooklist Written for those with faith and for those withoutーand especially for younger readersーA Little History of Religion sweeps us through the story of religion in ou...

This book represents one of the very first detailed and comprehensive historical treatises on globes terrestrial and celestial in English language since the numerous works published before its appearance tended to give only a very general consideration to the uses of globes, including a reference to their important ...

The Consular Convention Between the People's Republic of China and The United States of America is a notable diplomatic text outlining the rights and responsibilities of consular officers in each country. The book delves into the intricacies of consular relations, emphasizing the protection of citizens, facilitation...

This book charts the new phase of global struggles around gender equality and sexual democracy: the ultraconservative mobilization against "gender ideology" and feminist efforts to counteract it. It argues that anti-gender campaigns, which emerged around 2010 in Europe, are not a simple continuation of the anti-femi...

Mohandas K. Gandhi's 'Freedom's Battle' is a thought-provoking and eloquent exploration of the principles of nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience. Written during a time of intense turmoil in India, the book provides a compelling argument for achieving independence through peaceful means. Gandhi's literary st...

In Robert Browning's 'Strafford,' the reader is taken back to the tumultuous period of 17th century England, delving into the political intrigues and personal struggles of the famous statesman Thomas Wentworth, Earl of Strafford. Browning's poetic drama unfolds with intricate dialogue and intense character studies, ...

This open access book explores the histories and geographies of fishing in North Korea and the surrounding nations. With the ideological and environmental history of North Korea in mind, the book examines the complex interactions between local communities, fish themselves, wider ecosystems and the politics of Pyongy...

The History of England from the Accession of James II is the five-volume work by Lord Macaulay. It covers the 17-year period from 1685 to 1702, encompassing the reign of James II, the Glorious Revolution, the coregency of William III and Mary II, and up to William III's death. Macaulay's approach to writing the Hist...

Excerpt: "It is with heartfelt sorrow we announce that His Majesty's indisposition still continues. It commenced with the effect produced upon his tender parental feelings on receiving the ring from the hand of his afflicted beloved daughter, the affecting inscription upon which, caused him, blessed, and most amiabl...

A Brief History of Bengal for Diaspora Bangladeshis from the Ancient Time to Creation of Bangladesh in 1971. The book is a combination of a set of historical research, personal recollections of some of the events, particularly from the Pakistani Period.