紀實攝影先驅約翰．湯姆生經典代表作 四、五千哩的跋涉，兩百餘幅珍貴寫實影像 替動盪的年代，留下永恆的瞬間 1868-1872年之間，英國攝影師湯姆生帶著笨拙的相機和設備，闖蕩中國大江南北， 用鏡頭記錄了自己在中國、香港、臺灣各地的居遊生活。他挑戰當時中國人民對於鏡頭的排斥之心，翻山越嶺、跋山涉水，以濕版攝影技術替各地的人民、村落...

This book examines the seismic impact of Brexit on the British political system, assessing its likely long-term effect in terms of a significantly changed political and constitutional landscape. Starting with the 2015 general election and covering key developments up to "Brexit Day", it shows how Brexit "transformed...

In "Constructive Imperialism," Alfred Milner Viscount Milner presents a thought-provoking analysis of the principles underlying British imperialism at the turn of the 20th century. The book is characterized by its persuasive rhetoric and detailed examination of colonial administration, aiming to balance the ethical ...

In "Oregon and Eldorado; or, Romance of the Rivers," Thomas Bulfinch weaves a tapestry of adventure and exploration against the backdrop of the American West during the mid-19th century. Through a series of vivid narrative vignettes, Bulfinch captures the spirit of the Gold Rush era, bringing to life the trials and ...

Civil War Missouri stood at the crossroads of America. As the most Southern-leaning state in the Middle West, Missouri faced a unique dilemma. The state formed the gateway between east and west, as well as one of the borders between the two contending armies. Moreover, because Missouri was the only slave state in th...

Gene Keifer’s 1944 details the thrilling story of a downed bomber crewman and his experiences with the French Resistance during the D-Day invasion. Keifer was born in Germany but came to Oklahoma City at the age of six and grew up as the All-American Boy. He details his life in the city and subsequent military caree...

Need to Know collects the following previously published non-fiction books: News of Devils, Rogue Royale, Diamonds in the Rough, Tradecraft, Agent of Influence, A Spy Is Born, and Enemy Action. In addition, it includes many other essays and articles that haven't previously appeared in book form. There's a lot about ...

The Two Great Retreats of History is a compelling anthology that marries detailed historical narrative with penetrating cultural insight, exploring the grandeur and unraveling of iconic retreats across time. By examining these monumental episodes, the collection touches on universal themes of ambition, resilience, a...

In "Historical Lectures and Essays," Charles Kingsley presents a compelling exploration of key historical moments and figures through a unique blend of scholarly rigor and engaging prose. Kingsley'Äôs literary style is marked by a fervent passion for social justice and reform, interweaving historical analysis with m...

A leading historian of World War II sheds new light on the purposes and impact of the U.S. incendiary and atomic bombing of Japan’s cities in 1945. With the development of the B-29 “Superfortress” in summer 1944, strategic bombing, a central component of the Allied war effort against Germany, arrived in the Pacific ...

It is generally accepted that Roman administrators, arriving in Egypt in the aftermath of Augustus’ annexation of the province, confiscated en masse the land and other property belonging to the temples of Egyptーestimated at as much as one-third of the country. It is further accepted that this confiscation doomed th...

This book demonstrates that living martyrdom was an important spiritual aspiration in the late antique Latin west and argues that, consequently, attempts to define, study, or locate martyrdom must move away from conceptualizations that require or center on death. After an introduction that traces the persistence of ...

Early in my military career, I set out to become a White House Fellow. This book tells the story of my journey to achieve that goal. Along the way, I served as Administrative Assistant to General of the Army Omar Bradley; acted as Military Assistant to the Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army; participated in ...

鬼，在人們的心中總是神秘的，有禁忌的；鬼，也是全世界共通的語言，每個民族都會在歷史更迭中自然而然地塑造出屬於自己的鬼神傳說。「鬼」這個字最早見於殷商的甲骨文，東漢許慎（約58 〜 147）的《說文解字》解釋為「人所歸為鬼，從人，象鬼頭，鬼陰氣賊害，從厶」，也就是說，鬼是人死後變成的。在古人的想像中，鬼的形象跟人近似，不同的...

Abraham Lincoln's "State of the Union Addresses" is a profound collection of communications that underscore the nation's tumult during the Civil War era. Delivered with eloquence and gravitas, these addresses are not merely political statements but poignant reflections on democratic ideals, unity, and the moral impe...

雅集是古代文人的派對形式之一，在雅集的活動裡，主人與賓客除了享用精緻美味的佳餚，也會有吟詩、鼓琴、對弈、觀畫、品茗等助興活動，更不用說宴會上即席揮毫、題詠等具紀念性質的副產品產出。宴集上文人之間相互激盪與較勁，因此雅集亦可說是文化力的孕育搖籃。天下第一行書〈蘭亭序〉﹀即蘊生自東晉癸酉年（三五三）暮春三月的一場盛會，...