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Carnal Knowledge

Baxter's Concise Encyclopedia of Modern Sex

par John Baxter ...

Averitable smorgasbord of sin, John Baxter's Carnal Knowledge is a delightfully unabashed education in sex and erotic culture. Would you ever consent to a knee-trembler at a love hotel? Would you enjoy a hot lunch while watching kinbaku? Would you consider wearing a French tickler, a merkin, a strap-on, or pasties . . . or would you rather just go commando at the Mine Shaft? From Deep Throat to ... En savoir plus

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Averitable smorgasbord of sin, John Baxter's Carnal Knowledge is a delightfully unabashed education in sex and erotic culture. Would you ever consent to a knee-trembler at a love hotel? Would you enjoy a hot lunch while watching kinbaku? Would you consider wearing a French tickler, a merkin, a strap-on, or pasties . . . or would you rather just go commando at the Mine Shaft? From Deep Throat to
... En savoir plus
Prisoner Of War

Voices from Behind the Wire in the Second World War

par Charles Rollings ...

'For you, the war is over.' These famous words marked the end of the Second World War for nearly half a million allied servicemen, and the beginning of a very different battle in captivity. Waged against boredom, brutality, disease, hunger and despair, it was a battle for survival, fought without the aid of weapons against fully armed enemy captors.Based on interviews and correspondence with ex ... En savoir plus

$15.99 CAD

'For you, the war is over.' These famous words marked the end of the Second World War for nearly half a million allied servicemen, and the beginning of a very different battle in captivity. Waged against boredom, brutality, disease, hunger and despair, it was a battle for survival, fought without the aid of weapons against fully armed enemy captors.Based on interviews and correspondence with ex
... En savoir plus
Charlemagne: A Life from Beginning to End

Biographies of French Royalty

par Hourly History ...

Collections series Biographies of French Royalty
It is possible that no man has ever dominated a time as much as Charles the Great dominated the Early Middle Ages. It is true that the era had its kings, warriors, scholars, and religious leaders, but in many ways, Charlemagne was all of these things.Inside you will read about...Charles the CarolingianCharles the ConquerorCharles the KingCharles the ManCharles the Holy Roman EmperorThe End of ... En savoir plus

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It is possible that no man has ever dominated a time as much as Charles the Great dominated the Early Middle Ages. It is true that the era had its kings, warriors, scholars, and religious leaders, but in many ways, Charlemagne was all of these things.Inside you will read about...Charles the CarolingianCharles the ConquerorCharles the KingCharles the ManCharles the Holy Roman EmperorThe End of
... En savoir plus
Long Shadows

Truth, Lies and History

par Erna Paris ...

One of the most urgent issues facing the world today is how countries shape historical memory in the aftermath of calamity, making decisions that cast long shadows into the future. Combining gripping storytelling with sharp observation, Erna Paris takes us on an extraordinary journey through four continents to explore how nations reinvent themselves after cataclysmic events. She travels through ... En savoir plus

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One of the most urgent issues facing the world today is how countries shape historical memory in the aftermath of calamity, making decisions that cast long shadows into the future. Combining gripping storytelling with sharp observation, Erna Paris takes us on an extraordinary journey through four continents to explore how nations reinvent themselves after cataclysmic events. She travels through
... En savoir plus
The Great World War 1914–1945

1. Lightning Strikes Twice

par Peter Liddle, John Bourne, Ian Whitehead ...

Comparing and contrasting the World Wars.This will be a landmark in military history: a collaborative venture between historians from 20 different countries addressing every aspect of the two world wars. The scope of the book is enormous. From frontline combat to civilian experience, women and children in wartime, genocide etc.The Face of BattleLeadership in the warsCivilians in the warsNational ... En savoir plus

$15.99 CAD

Comparing and contrasting the World Wars.This will be a landmark in military history: a collaborative venture between historians from 20 different countries addressing every aspect of the two world wars. The scope of the book is enormous. From frontline combat to civilian experience, women and children in wartime, genocide etc.The Face of BattleLeadership in the warsCivilians in the warsNational
... En savoir plus
Historical Thinking

par Sam Wineburg ...

Collections series Critical Perspectives On The P
Since ancient times, the pundits have lamented young people's lack of historical knowledge and warned that ignorance of the past surely condemns humanity to repeating its mistakes. In the contemporary United States, this dire outlook drives a contentious debate about what key events, nations, and people are essential for history students. Sam Wineburg says that we are asking the wrong questions. ... En savoir plus

$34.99 CAD

Since ancient times, the pundits have lamented young people's lack of historical knowledge and warned that ignorance of the past surely condemns humanity to repeating its mistakes. In the contemporary United States, this dire outlook drives a contentious debate about what key events, nations, and people are essential for history students. Sam Wineburg says that we are asking the wrong questions.
... En savoir plus
The Wit and Wisdom of Mark Twain

par Alex Ayres ...

A definitive compendium of Mark Twain’s sharpest wit, irreverent wisdom, and timeless observations on the human condition.The volume gathers pungent reflections from private notebooks and platform lectures, showcasing a master of American literature who remains skeptical, combative, and humane.Twain directs his barbs at political humbug and social vanity, exposing the human race as an incorrigible ... En savoir plus

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A definitive compendium of Mark Twain’s sharpest wit, irreverent wisdom, and timeless observations on the human condition.The volume gathers pungent reflections from private notebooks and platform lectures, showcasing a master of American literature who remains skeptical, combative, and humane.Twain directs his barbs at political humbug and social vanity, exposing the human race as an incorrigible
... En savoir plus
Biographie des Sagamos illustres de l'Amérique Septentrionale

( Edition intégrale ) annoté

par Maximilien Bibaud ...

Collections series Oeuvres de Maximilien Bibaud
Sagamo (définition)Titre donné par les amérindiens à leur grand chef, leur capitaine. En Acadie, ce titre allait à l'aîné de la famille la plus puissante et la plus nombreuse de la tribu. Cette haute dignité était, en principe élective et non héréditaire. Le Sagamo entretenait les chiens de chasse, construisait des canots de pêche, approvisionnait sa tribu entière, réglait les litiges, déclarait ... En savoir plus

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Sagamo (définition)Titre donné par les amérindiens à leur grand chef, leur capitaine. En Acadie, ce titre allait à l'aîné de la famille la plus puissante et la plus nombreuse de la tribu. Cette haute dignité était, en principe élective et non héréditaire. Le Sagamo entretenait les chiens de chasse, construisait des canots de pêche, approvisionnait sa tribu entière, réglait les litiges, déclarait
... En savoir plus
The Successful Treasure Hunter's Essential Site Research Manual: How to Find Productive Metal Detecting Sites

par David Villanueva ...

THE SECRETS OF SITE RESEARCH FINALLY REVEALED…Now you can quickly learn how to put your metal detector's search-coil in the right place every time.Find productive sitesIf nothing much ever happened where you search, then all you can expect your finds bag to contain is — nothing much. So to bring home the finds you need to search sites where human activity took place in the past. But how do you ... En savoir plus

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THE SECRETS OF SITE RESEARCH FINALLY REVEALED…Now you can quickly learn how to put your metal detector's search-coil in the right place every time.Find productive sitesIf nothing much ever happened where you search, then all you can expect your finds bag to contain is — nothing much. So to bring home the finds you need to search sites where human activity took place in the past. But how do you
... En savoir plus
The Political and Strategic History of the World, Vol. III

Louis XIV to the Brink of World War I, A.D. 1661 - 1914

par Conrad Black ...

This third volume of Conrad Black's magnificent series opens with the assumption of direct rule by Louis XIV of France and covers the great sweep of history with the rise of Russia, the decline of the Ottomans, the wars of the Spanish and Austrian successions, the Age of Discovery, the rise of India, China, and Japan, colonization of the New World, the Seven-Years' War, the American and French ... En savoir plus

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This third volume of Conrad Black's magnificent series opens with the assumption of direct rule by Louis XIV of France and covers the great sweep of history with the rise of Russia, the decline of the Ottomans, the wars of the Spanish and Austrian successions, the Age of Discovery, the rise of India, China, and Japan, colonization of the New World, the Seven-Years' War, the American and French
... En savoir plus
A Force Like No Other: The real stories of the RUC men and women who policed the Troubles

par Colin Breen ...

In 1983, Interpol named Northern Ireland the most dangerous place in the world to be a police officer.In 1968, the RUC was catapulted into the Troubles. Bombs, death threats and murder became a regular part of the day job. Working right at the heart of the conflict, police officers were often caught in the middle – heroes to some, villains to others.Now, for the first time, the men and women who ... En savoir plus

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In 1983, Interpol named Northern Ireland the most dangerous place in the world to be a police officer.In 1968, the RUC was catapulted into the Troubles. Bombs, death threats and murder became a regular part of the day job. Working right at the heart of the conflict, police officers were often caught in the middle – heroes to some, villains to others.Now, for the first time, the men and women who
... En savoir plus
The Non-Fiction Work of Churchill (15 Books). Illustrated

Second World War Vol. 1-6 , The World Crisis Vol. 1-5, A History of the English-Speaking Peoples Vol. 1-4

par Winston S. Churchill ...

The Non-Fiction Work of Churchill (15 Books) is a comprehensive collection of Winston S. Churchill’s most influential historical and political writings. This illustrated edition brings together three of his monumental works: The Second World War (Vol. 1–6), The World Crisis (Vol. 1–5), and A History of the English-Speaking Peoples (Vol. 1–4). In The Second World War, Churchill provides a detailed ... En savoir plus

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The Non-Fiction Work of Churchill (15 Books) is a comprehensive collection of Winston S. Churchill’s most influential historical and political writings. This illustrated edition brings together three of his monumental works: The Second World War (Vol. 1–6), The World Crisis (Vol. 1–5), and A History of the English-Speaking Peoples (Vol. 1–4). In The Second World War, Churchill provides a detailed
... En savoir plus
A Crime So Monstrous

Face-to-Face with Modern-Day Slavery

par E. Benjamin Skinner ...

To be a moral witness is perhaps the highest calling of journalism, and in this unforgettable, highly readable account of contemporary slavery, author Benjamin Skinner travels around the globe to personally tell stories that need to be told -- and heard.As Samantha Power and Philip Gourevitch did for genocide, Skinner has now done for modern-day slavery. With years of reporting in such places as ... En savoir plus

$19.99 CAD

To be a moral witness is perhaps the highest calling of journalism, and in this unforgettable, highly readable account of contemporary slavery, author Benjamin Skinner travels around the globe to personally tell stories that need to be told -- and heard.As Samantha Power and Philip Gourevitch did for genocide, Skinner has now done for modern-day slavery. With years of reporting in such places as
... En savoir plus
Benedict Arnold: A Life from Beginning to End

American Revolutionary War

par Hourly History ...

Collections series American Revolutionary War
Benedict Arnold: a name that has become synonymous with betrayal. However, this wasn't always the case. At one time he was General (and future first President) George Washington's trusted advisor in the struggle against the British. What caused this turncoat to turn his revolutionary ambitions inside out to match the crimson of the British? What brought on one of the most famous treacheries in ... En savoir plus

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Benedict Arnold: a name that has become synonymous with betrayal. However, this wasn't always the case. At one time he was General (and future first President) George Washington's trusted advisor in the struggle against the British. What caused this turncoat to turn his revolutionary ambitions inside out to match the crimson of the British? What brought on one of the most famous treacheries in
... En savoir plus
Memories of 1917.

History.

par Kerry Butters ...

Collections series History.
Memories of 1917 by Kerry Butters is a reference Book from that year, included in it are things in the News, Famous Births and Deaths etc. Great for birthday presents. Look out for other years in the series or maybe buy your own birth year. Look out for other years in the series by the same Author. 1916 - Present. Ideal for Birthdays, Anniversaries Etc. ... En savoir plus

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Memories of 1917 by Kerry Butters is a reference Book from that year, included in it are things in the News, Famous Births and Deaths etc. Great for birthday presents. Look out for other years in the series or maybe buy your own birth year. Look out for other years in the series by the same Author. 1916 - Present. Ideal for Birthdays, Anniversaries Etc.
... En savoir plus
Histoire du Chevalier d’Iberville

1663-1706 ( Edition intégrale ) illustré - annoté

par Adam Charles Gustave Desmazures ...

Collections series Oeuvres de Adam Charles Gustave Desmazures
La Nouvelle-France, explorée en 1534 par Jacques Cartier, occupée par Champlain en 1608, estimée à la plus haute valeur par de grands hommes d’État, comme le président Jeannin, le cardinal de Richelien, l’illustre Colbert, avait pu conquérir, dès la fin du XVIIe siècle, une importance considérable.Et en effet, cette colonie, confinée d’abord sur les rives du Saint-Laurent, était devenue, vers l ... En savoir plus

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La Nouvelle-France, explorée en 1534 par Jacques Cartier, occupée par Champlain en 1608, estimée à la plus haute valeur par de grands hommes d’État, comme le président Jeannin, le cardinal de Richelien, l’illustre Colbert, avait pu conquérir, dès la fin du XVIIe siècle, une importance considérable.Et en effet, cette colonie, confinée d’abord sur les rives du Saint-Laurent, était devenue, vers l
... En savoir plus
Anecdotes insolites de la royauté

Anecdotes historiques

par Marie Petitot ...

Les grandes cours royales européennes ont brillé par leur faste, leur luxe et leur richesse. Elles ont connu leurs heures de gloire et ont alimenté bon nombre de fantasmes, d’envies, de rumeurs.Dans cet ouvrage croustillant, cocasse et piquant, Marie Petitot, créatrice du blog Plume d’Histoire, dévoile tout ce que l’on ignore ou ce que l’on a oublié sur la vie au sein des grandes maisons royales ... En savoir plus

$24.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

Les grandes cours royales européennes ont brillé par leur faste, leur luxe et leur richesse. Elles ont connu leurs heures de gloire et ont alimenté bon nombre de fantasmes, d’envies, de rumeurs.Dans cet ouvrage croustillant, cocasse et piquant, Marie Petitot, créatrice du blog Plume d’Histoire, dévoile tout ce que l’on ignore ou ce que l’on a oublié sur la vie au sein des grandes maisons royales
... En savoir plus
A Poisoned Past

The Life and Times of Margarida de Portu, a Fourteenth-Century Accused Poisoner

par Steven Bednarski ...

This is the story of Margarida de Portu, a fourteenth-century French medieval woman accused of poisoning her husband to death. As Bednarski points out, the story is important not so much for what it tells us about Margarida but for how it illuminates a past world. Through the depositions and accusations made in court, the reader learns much about medieval women, female agency, kin networks, ... En savoir plus

$23.99 CAD

This is the story of Margarida de Portu, a fourteenth-century French medieval woman accused of poisoning her husband to death. As Bednarski points out, the story is important not so much for what it tells us about Margarida but for how it illuminates a past world. Through the depositions and accusations made in court, the reader learns much about medieval women, female agency, kin networks,
... En savoir plus
Tales of Wonder

Adventures Chasing the Divine, an Autobiography

par Huston Smith ...

“In this delightful autobiography, Smith tells us how he became the dean of world religion experts. Along the way we meet the people who shaped him and shared his journey—a Who’s Who of 20th century spiritual America: the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., the Dalai Lama, Aldous Huxley, Timothy Leary, T.S. Eliot, Thomas Merton and Pete Seeger.... A valuable master class on faith and life.”— San ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

“In this delightful autobiography, Smith tells us how he became the dean of world religion experts. Along the way we meet the people who shaped him and shared his journey—a Who’s Who of 20th century spiritual America: the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., the Dalai Lama, Aldous Huxley, Timothy Leary, T.S. Eliot, Thomas Merton and Pete Seeger.... A valuable master class on faith and life.”— San
... En savoir plus
Ancient Egypt

The Definitive Visual History

par DK ...

Collections series DK Classic History
Discover the intimate details of life under the pharaohs--and their extraordinary legacy--in this fascinating e-guide to Egypt's ancient civilization.Encompassing 3,000 years and 31 Egyptian dynasties, from the time of Narmer to Cleopatra, this fresh appraisal of ancient treasures helps you navigate the political intrigues and cultural achievements of the Ancient Egyptians, from the Pyramids and ... En savoir plus

$20.99 CAD

Discover the intimate details of life under the pharaohs--and their extraordinary legacy--in this fascinating e-guide to Egypt's ancient civilization.Encompassing 3,000 years and 31 Egyptian dynasties, from the time of Narmer to Cleopatra, this fresh appraisal of ancient treasures helps you navigate the political intrigues and cultural achievements of the Ancient Egyptians, from the Pyramids and
... En savoir plus
Talking Back to the Indian Act

Critical Readings in Settler Colonial Histories

Modifié par Mary-Ellen Kelm, Keith Smith ...

Talking Back to the Indian Act is a comprehensive "how-to" guide for engaging with primary source documents. The intent of the book is to encourage readers to develop the skills necessary to converse with primary sources in more refined and profound ways. As a piece of legislation that is central to Canada’s relationship with Indigenous peoples and communities, and one that has undergone many ... En savoir plus

$25.99 CAD

Talking Back to the Indian Act is a comprehensive "how-to" guide for engaging with primary source documents. The intent of the book is to encourage readers to develop the skills necessary to converse with primary sources in more refined and profound ways. As a piece of legislation that is central to Canada’s relationship with Indigenous peoples and communities, and one that has undergone many
... En savoir plus
Mao Zedong

par Hourly History ...

For a champion of the poor, Mao Zedong was born to a wealthy aristocratic family in Shaoshan, Hunan China. As an adolescent, he once had to defend his father's farm from starving peasants during a famine, who wished to seize his father's land and steal his grain. This same Mao would later promote a policy of land reform that would give those peasants the green light to violently overthrow the rich ... En savoir plus

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For a champion of the poor, Mao Zedong was born to a wealthy aristocratic family in Shaoshan, Hunan China. As an adolescent, he once had to defend his father's farm from starving peasants during a famine, who wished to seize his father's land and steal his grain. This same Mao would later promote a policy of land reform that would give those peasants the green light to violently overthrow the rich
... En savoir plus
Race and Reunion

The Civil War in American Memory

par David W. Blight ...

Winner of the Bancroft PrizeWinner of the Gilder Lehrman Lincoln PrizeWinner of the Merle Curti awardWinner of the Frederick Douglass PrizeNo historical event has left as deep an imprint on America's collective memory as the Civil War. In the war's aftermath, Americans had to embrace and cast off a traumatic past. David Blight explores the perilous path of remembering and forgetting, and reveals ... En savoir plus

$24.99 CAD

Winner of the Bancroft PrizeWinner of the Gilder Lehrman Lincoln PrizeWinner of the Merle Curti awardWinner of the Frederick Douglass PrizeNo historical event has left as deep an imprint on America's collective memory as the Civil War. In the war's aftermath, Americans had to embrace and cast off a traumatic past. David Blight explores the perilous path of remembering and forgetting, and reveals
... En savoir plus
Dick Gregory's Political Primer

par Dick Gregory, James R. McGraw ...

A unique and timeless guide to American government and its electoral process—as relevant today as when it was first published in 1972—from the voice of black consciousness, cultural icon Dick Gregory, the incomparable satirist, human rights and environmental activist, health advocate, social justice champion, and author of the NAACP Image Award–winning Defining Moments in Black History: Reading ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

A unique and timeless guide to American government and its electoral process—as relevant today as when it was first published in 1972—from the voice of black consciousness, cultural icon Dick Gregory, the incomparable satirist, human rights and environmental activist, health advocate, social justice champion, and author of the NAACP Image Award–winning Defining Moments in Black History: Reading
... En savoir plus

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