This book is about nuclear legacies in Russia and Central Asia, focusing on selected sites of the Soviet atomic program, many of which have remained understudied. Nuclear operations, for energy or military purposes, demanded a vast infrastructure of production and supply chains that have transformed entire regions. ...

The History of Julius Caesar was written by Napoleon III, the nephew of Napoleon Buonaparte at the time of his reign. The book starts from the description of the Roman history before Caesar, the establishment of the republic, and Punic wars and gradually flows into the main points of Caesar's life up to his death. B...

A obra Aproximando universidade e escola: ensino de histórias e culturas indígenas, tendo como principal mote atividades desenvolvidas no projeto de extensão do curso de História da Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados (UFGD), busca apresentar aos leitores e as instituições de ensino, o importante papel do povo i...

How do social movements intersect with the agendas of mainstream political parties? When they are integrated with parties, are they coopted? Or are they more radically transformative? Examining major episodes of contention in American politics – from the Civil War era to the women's rights and civil rights movements...

The Apache helicopter is a revolutionary development in the history of war, designed to hunt, take out and destroy its targets, to inflict damage on its enemy and potentially destroy up to 256 targets in less than 5 minutes. Highly maneuverable and heavily armed, the combat-proven Apache helicopter is today the prim...

**THE MILLION COPY BESTSELLER** Sapiens showed us where we came from. In our increasingly uncertain times, Homo Deus shows us where we're going. 'Spellbinding' Guardian The world-renowned historian and intellectual Yuval Noah Harari envisions a near future in which we face a new set of challenges. Homo Deus explores...

Aristoxenus of Tarentum was a Greek Peripatetic philosopher, and a pupil of Aristotle. He was the most famous music theorist in antiquity and came to be referred to simply as "the musician." Most of his writings, which dealt with philosophy, ethics and music, have been lost, but one musical treatise, Elements of Har...

In "Political Contacts of the Hebrews with Assyria and Babylonia," Alexander Heidel meticulously examines the intricate relationships that shaped the ancient Near East. Employing a scholarly yet accessible style, Heidel delves into historical texts, archaeological findings, and comparative analyses to illuminate the...

In "The Railway Builders: A Chronicle of Overland Highways," Oscar Douglas Skelton weaves an intricate narrative that chronicles the ambitious expansion of railway networks across Canada. This historical account, rich in detail and brimming with vivid descriptions, reflects a literary style that combines meticulous ...

L'"Histoire des Samanides", œuvre monumentale de Mīrkhond, offre une chronique détaillée de la dynastie samanide qui a régné sur l'Empire persan entre le IXe et le Xe siècle. Par son style érudit et sa structure narrative, Mīrkhond mêle histoire, légende et moralité, créant ainsi une tapisserie riche qui reflète la ...

this book is for you if you want to understand women if you want to understand how women were once worshipped but things changed because of man's ego, how you as a man or even a woman can better understand another woman to have better relationships with them, most importantly if you are a man you must read this book...

Honourable Mention - 2023 ASR Prize for Best Africa-focused Anthology or Edited Collection Innovative study of state politics, identity and buildings that sheds new light on the links between the material and the ideational realms of contemporary life in Africa. Buildings shape politics in the ways they define commu...

In "The Father of British Canada: A Chronicle of Carleton," William Charles Henry Wood meticulously chronicles the pivotal life and contributions of Guy Carleton, an extraordinary figure in Canada'Äôs formative years post-Seven Years' War. Wood employs a narrative style that combines rigorous historical analysis wit...

"History of England (1688-1815)' by E. M. Wrong is a useful and comprehensive reference text that continues to help students of history learn about England's past to this day. Starting with the country's first settlements and the war that plagued the land for many years, the book continues on to extoll the victories...

In the compelling anthology 'Burton of the Flying Corps,' readers are invited to explore the tumultuous and transformative era of early aviation through a tapestry of stories that capture the essence of flight and adventure. This collection navigates the high-risk endeavor of flying, weaving diverse literary styles ...

No fewer than 25 pilots from the 82nd FG became aces, and 55 others scored three or four kills. This book looks at the unit's history through the eyes of its most successful pilots and leaders, detailing both their exploits and their personal experiences. When the 82nd Fighter Group was organized in March 1942, most...