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Little Blue Dot

How GPS Shaped the Modern World

par Katherine Dunn ...

The unexplored history of GPS, a military technology turned daily necessity that impacts all aspects of our lives.Gone are the days when we pulled off to the side of the road, twisted a map this way and that, and squinted in exasperation before saying, “We're lost.” Now, a network of satellites that circles the earth points us in the right direction. The Global Positioning System is embedded not ... En savoir plus

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The unexplored history of GPS, a military technology turned daily necessity that impacts all aspects of our lives.Gone are the days when we pulled off to the side of the road, twisted a map this way and that, and squinted in exasperation before saying, “We're lost.” Now, a network of satellites that circles the earth points us in the right direction. The Global Positioning System is embedded not
... En savoir plus
Easter Rising: A History from Beginning to End

History of Ireland

par Hourly History ...

Collections series History of Ireland
In the midst of World War I, the Easter Rising took place in Dublin and throughout Ireland in April, 1916. The revolutionary movement faced many problems from the beginning, including splintered leadership, disorganized support, opposition from moderate supporters of home rule, and prepared retaliation from the British.Inside you will read about...Background of the Easter RebellionPlanning the ... En savoir plus

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In the midst of World War I, the Easter Rising took place in Dublin and throughout Ireland in April, 1916. The revolutionary movement faced many problems from the beginning, including splintered leadership, disorganized support, opposition from moderate supporters of home rule, and prepared retaliation from the British.Inside you will read about...Background of the Easter RebellionPlanning the
... En savoir plus
The Interpretation of Cultures

par Clifford Geertz ...

A classic work of anthropology that offers a groundbreaking exploration of what culture isNamed one of the 100 most important books published since World War II by the Times Literary Supplement“As an anthropologist, philosopher, political scientist, literary critic, and all-around, all-star intellectual, Clifford Geertz helped a vast public make sense of the human condition.” —Robert Darnton, New ... En savoir plus

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A classic work of anthropology that offers a groundbreaking exploration of what culture isNamed one of the 100 most important books published since World War II by the Times Literary Supplement“As an anthropologist, philosopher, political scientist, literary critic, and all-around, all-star intellectual, Clifford Geertz helped a vast public make sense of the human condition.” —Robert Darnton, New
... En savoir plus
History

The Definitive Visual Guide

par DK ...

Collections series DK Definitive Visual Encyclopedias
This lavishly illustrated visual encyclopedia tells the story of our world in depth and detail from the dawn of civilization to the present day.Charting human endeavor from every angle, SI History chronicles the significant events, ground-breaking ideas, political forces, and technological advances that have shaped our planet. Every historical episode is explored and explained with the help of ... En savoir plus

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This lavishly illustrated visual encyclopedia tells the story of our world in depth and detail from the dawn of civilization to the present day.Charting human endeavor from every angle, SI History chronicles the significant events, ground-breaking ideas, political forces, and technological advances that have shaped our planet. Every historical episode is explored and explained with the help of
... En savoir plus
The Landscape of History

How Historians Map the Past

par John Lewis Gaddis ...

What is history and why should we study it? Is there such a thing as historical truth? Is history a science? One of the most accomplished historians at work today, John Lewis Gaddis, answers these and other questions in this short, witty, and humane book. The Landscape of History provides a searching look at the historian's craft, as well as a strong argument for why a historical consciousness ... En savoir plus

$17.59 CAD

What is history and why should we study it? Is there such a thing as historical truth? Is history a science? One of the most accomplished historians at work today, John Lewis Gaddis, answers these and other questions in this short, witty, and humane book. The Landscape of History provides a searching look at the historian's craft, as well as a strong argument for why a historical consciousness
... En savoir plus
Maths on the Back of an Envelope

Clever ways to (roughly) calculate anything

par Rob Eastaway ...

‘Another terrific book by Rob Eastaway’ SIMON SINGH‘A delightfully accessible guide to how to play with numbers’ HANNAH FRYHow many cats are there in the world?What's the chance of winning the lottery twice?And just how long does it take to count to a million?Learn how to tackle tricky maths problems with nothing but the back of an envelope, a pencil and some good old-fashioned brain power.Join ... En savoir plus

$14.99 CAD

‘Another terrific book by Rob Eastaway’ SIMON SINGH‘A delightfully accessible guide to how to play with numbers’ HANNAH FRYHow many cats are there in the world?What's the chance of winning the lottery twice?And just how long does it take to count to a million?Learn how to tackle tricky maths problems with nothing but the back of an envelope, a pencil and some good old-fashioned brain power.Join
... En savoir plus
Legends, Lies & Cherished Myths of World History

par Richard Shenkman ...

“Was there really a valiant little Dutch boy, a protesting Lady Godiva, a fiddling Nero, or a prudish Queen Victoria? No, says Shenkman ….No person, event, or thing is safe from Shenkman’s corrections.”—BooklistFounder of George Mason University’s History News Network and bestselling author of Presidential Ambition and One Night Stands with American History, Rick Shenkman is an historian, a rebel, ... En savoir plus

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“Was there really a valiant little Dutch boy, a protesting Lady Godiva, a fiddling Nero, or a prudish Queen Victoria? No, says Shenkman ….No person, event, or thing is safe from Shenkman’s corrections.”—BooklistFounder of George Mason University’s History News Network and bestselling author of Presidential Ambition and One Night Stands with American History, Rick Shenkman is an historian, a rebel,
... En savoir plus
Great Short Books

A Year of Reading—Briefly

par Kenneth C. Davis ...

Collections series Great Short Books
This entertaining guide to some of the best short novels of all time, from a bestselling historian, is the “perfect gift for busy bibliophiles” (BookPage).Experience the joys of literature with this this “exciting guide to all that the world of fiction has to offer” (The New York Times Book Review): a compulsively readable, deeply engaging discussion of great short novels. A journey into fiction ... En savoir plus

$19.99 CAD

This entertaining guide to some of the best short novels of all time, from a bestselling historian, is the “perfect gift for busy bibliophiles” (BookPage).Experience the joys of literature with this this “exciting guide to all that the world of fiction has to offer” (The New York Times Book Review): a compulsively readable, deeply engaging discussion of great short novels. A journey into fiction
... En savoir plus
Beyond The Pyramids

Travels in Egypt

par Douglas Kennedy ...

BEYOND THE PYRAMIDS is a delightfully wry chronicle of travels through a country of incongruity - an Egypt encompassing a diversity of cultural influences which often belies its image of 'archaeological theme park'.With an acute eye for the unusual, the interesting or the plain absurd, Douglas Kennedy takes us on a continually surprising tour beyond the pyramids, to a place where Bedouin watch ... En savoir plus

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BEYOND THE PYRAMIDS is a delightfully wry chronicle of travels through a country of incongruity - an Egypt encompassing a diversity of cultural influences which often belies its image of 'archaeological theme park'.With an acute eye for the unusual, the interesting or the plain absurd, Douglas Kennedy takes us on a continually surprising tour beyond the pyramids, to a place where Bedouin watch
... En savoir plus
La catastrophe nucléaire de Tchernobyl

Entre erreurs humaines et défauts techniques

par Aude Perrineau, Guillaume Hairy, 50minutes ...

Collections Livre 17 - Grands Événements
Découvrez enfin tout ce qu’il faut savoir sur la catastrophe nucléaire de Tchernobyl en moins d’une heure !Le 26 avril 1986 à 1 h 23, une catastrophe d’un nouveau genre ébranle le monde : un réacteur de la centrale nucléaire de Tchernobyl explose. Alors que les autorités soviétiques camouflent l’accident, puis en minimisent l’importance, un nuage radioactif se forme et se propage sur toute l ... En savoir plus

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Découvrez enfin tout ce qu’il faut savoir sur la catastrophe nucléaire de Tchernobyl en moins d’une heure !Le 26 avril 1986 à 1 h 23, une catastrophe d’un nouveau genre ébranle le monde : un réacteur de la centrale nucléaire de Tchernobyl explose. Alors que les autorités soviétiques camouflent l’accident, puis en minimisent l’importance, un nuage radioactif se forme et se propage sur toute l
... En savoir plus
The History of the World in Bite-Sized Chunks

par Emma Marriott ...

Collections Livre 1 - Bite-Sized Chunks
History is a rich, varied and fascinating subject, so it's rare to find the whole lot in one book...until now. "The History of the World in Bite-Sized Chunks" pulls it all together, from the world's earliest civilizations in 3500 BC to the founding of the United Nations in 1945, passing by the likes of Charlemagne, the Ottoman Empire and the Crimean War, to name a few. Here's your chance to ... En savoir plus

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History is a rich, varied and fascinating subject, so it's rare to find the whole lot in one book...until now. "The History of the World in Bite-Sized Chunks" pulls it all together, from the world's earliest civilizations in 3500 BC to the founding of the United Nations in 1945, passing by the likes of Charlemagne, the Ottoman Empire and the Crimean War, to name a few. Here's your chance to
... En savoir plus
Rosicrucian Park Celebrates 90 Years!

Rosicrucian Digest

par Julie Scott, Christian Bernard, David Cherveny, H. Spencer Lewis, Rosicrucian Order, AMORC ...

This issue of the Rosicrucian Digest celebrates the 90th Anniversary of Rosicrucian Park. ... En savoir plus

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This issue of the Rosicrucian Digest celebrates the 90th Anniversary of Rosicrucian Park.
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Mythologie grecque et romaine

( Edition intégrale ) illustré

par Pierre Commelin ...

Collections series Oeuvres de Pierre Commelin
Cet ouvrage s’adresse surtout aux personnes désireuses de connaître la Mythologie traditionnelle des Grecs et des Latins. Il ne saurait entrer dans nos vues de faire ici œuvre d’érudition, chose d’ailleurs plus fastidieuse qu’utile, si l’on considère les différents ouvrages de ce genre parus depuis quelques années. Mais hâtons-nous d’ajouter que ces ouvrages ne se lisent guère ; et nous nous ... En savoir plus

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Cet ouvrage s’adresse surtout aux personnes désireuses de connaître la Mythologie traditionnelle des Grecs et des Latins. Il ne saurait entrer dans nos vues de faire ici œuvre d’érudition, chose d’ailleurs plus fastidieuse qu’utile, si l’on considère les différents ouvrages de ce genre parus depuis quelques années. Mais hâtons-nous d’ajouter que ces ouvrages ne se lisent guère ; et nous nous
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to European History, 2nd Edition

Understand the People, Politics, and Conflicts That Shaped a Continent

par Nathan Barber ...

• Fascinating, fact-filled writing that delivers hundreds of years in the life of the European continent• Terrific supplementary reading for AP History students ... En savoir plus

$16.99 CAD

• Fascinating, fact-filled writing that delivers hundreds of years in the life of the European continent• Terrific supplementary reading for AP History students
... En savoir plus
WW2

par Daniel Wrinn ...

"Awesome Stories from those that Served in World War 2." ─ ReviewerHow soon we forget. Or perhaps, we were never told.This book brings you firsthand accounts of combat and brotherhood, of captivity and redemption, and the aftermath of a war that left no community unscathed in the world. The stories have everything from spies and snipers to submarines and air raids. A great book for anyone who ... En savoir plus

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"Awesome Stories from those that Served in World War 2." ─ ReviewerHow soon we forget. Or perhaps, we were never told.This book brings you firsthand accounts of combat and brotherhood, of captivity and redemption, and the aftermath of a war that left no community unscathed in the world. The stories have everything from spies and snipers to submarines and air raids. A great book for anyone who
... En savoir plus
Who is the Historian?

par Nigel A. Raab ...

Who is the historian? What do historians do? Where do their explorations take them? What is the impact of the digital age on historical research?In an affable style, Nigel A. Raab answers these questions for those intrigued by the past. Each chapter describes a specific aspect of "doing history," beginning in the physical spaces of archives and libraries around the globe. Readers are then ... En savoir plus

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Who is the historian? What do historians do? Where do their explorations take them? What is the impact of the digital age on historical research?In an affable style, Nigel A. Raab answers these questions for those intrigued by the past. Each chapter describes a specific aspect of "doing history," beginning in the physical spaces of archives and libraries around the globe. Readers are then
... En savoir plus
Karl Marx

par Francis Wheen ...

A major biography of the man who, more than any other, made the twentieth century. Written by an author of great repute.The history of the 20th century is Marx's legacy. Not since Jesus Christ has an obscure pauper inspired such global devotion – or been so calamitously misinterpreted. The end of the century is a good moment to strip away the mythology and try to rediscover Marx the man. There ... En savoir plus

$9.99 CAD

A major biography of the man who, more than any other, made the twentieth century. Written by an author of great repute.The history of the 20th century is Marx's legacy. Not since Jesus Christ has an obscure pauper inspired such global devotion – or been so calamitously misinterpreted. The end of the century is a good moment to strip away the mythology and try to rediscover Marx the man. There
... En savoir plus
Battle of Antietam

par Hourly History ...

The Battle of Antietam was a turning point in the Civil War. In the span of several hours, there would be more loss of American life than in any other battle before or since, leaving one in four of the soldiers who took part either dead or wounded by the end of the day.Inside you will read about...Maryland, My Maryland…McClellan's ArmyThe Opening GambitHarper's FerryDunker Church & The WoodsThe ... En savoir plus

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The Battle of Antietam was a turning point in the Civil War. In the span of several hours, there would be more loss of American life than in any other battle before or since, leaving one in four of the soldiers who took part either dead or wounded by the end of the day.Inside you will read about...Maryland, My Maryland…McClellan's ArmyThe Opening GambitHarper's FerryDunker Church & The WoodsThe
... En savoir plus
Imponderables

par David Feldman ...

Collections Livre 1 - Imponderables Series
Why does an "X" stand for a kiss?Which fruits are in Juicy Fruit® gum?Why do people cry at happy endings?Why do you never see baby pigeons?Pop-culture guru David Feldman demystifies these topics and so much more in Why Don't Cats Like to Swim? -- the unchallenged source of answers to civilization's most perplexing questions. Part of the Imponderables® series, Feldman's book arms readers with ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

Why does an "X" stand for a kiss?Which fruits are in Juicy Fruit® gum?Why do people cry at happy endings?Why do you never see baby pigeons?Pop-culture guru David Feldman demystifies these topics and so much more in Why Don't Cats Like to Swim? -- the unchallenged source of answers to civilization's most perplexing questions. Part of the Imponderables® series, Feldman's book arms readers with
... En savoir plus
The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (Complete 6 Volume Edition)

Enriched edition. From the Height of the Roman Empire to the Fall of Byzantium

par Edward Gibbon, Troy Whitaker ...

Edward Gibbon's monumental work, The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, presents a comprehensive and meticulously researched account of the factors that led to the downfall of one of the greatest empires in history. Gibbon's literary style is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail, as well as its thoughtful analysis of historical events and their implications. The ... En savoir plus

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Edward Gibbon's monumental work, The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, presents a comprehensive and meticulously researched account of the factors that led to the downfall of one of the greatest empires in history. Gibbon's literary style is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail, as well as its thoughtful analysis of historical events and their implications. The
... En savoir plus
MARIE ANTOINETTE - Stefan Zweig

par Stefan Zweig ...

Stefan Zweig was born on November 28, 1881, in Vienna, and is one of the most important European authors of the first half of the 20th century. A Jew, he was persecuted by the Nazis and forced into exile. His final home was in Brazil, where he met a tragic end. A versatile writer, Zweig dedicated himself to almost all literary activities and, in addition to novellas, also became famous as a ... En savoir plus

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Stefan Zweig was born on November 28, 1881, in Vienna, and is one of the most important European authors of the first half of the 20th century. A Jew, he was persecuted by the Nazis and forced into exile. His final home was in Brazil, where he met a tragic end. A versatile writer, Zweig dedicated himself to almost all literary activities and, in addition to novellas, also became famous as a
... En savoir plus
Histories and Fallacies: Problems Faced in the Writing of History

Problems Faced in the Writing of History

par Carl R. Trueman ...

How do we know the stories told by historians are true? To what extent can we rely on their interpretations of the past?Histories and Fallacies is a primer on the conceptual and methodological problems in the discipline of history. Historian Carl Trueman presents a series of classic historical problems as a way to examine what history is, what it means, and how it can be told and understood. Each ... En savoir plus

$19.99 CAD

How do we know the stories told by historians are true? To what extent can we rely on their interpretations of the past?Histories and Fallacies is a primer on the conceptual and methodological problems in the discipline of history. Historian Carl Trueman presents a series of classic historical problems as a way to examine what history is, what it means, and how it can be told and understood. Each
... En savoir plus
George Eliot

The Last Victorian (Text Only)

par Kathryn Hughes ...

This highly praised biography is the first to explore fully the way in which her painful early life and rejection by her brother Isaac in particular, shaped the insight and art which made her both Victorian England’s last great visionary and the first modern.An immensely readable biography of the 19th century writer whose territory comprised nothing less than the entire span of Victorian society. ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

This highly praised biography is the first to explore fully the way in which her painful early life and rejection by her brother Isaac in particular, shaped the insight and art which made her both Victorian England’s last great visionary and the first modern.An immensely readable biography of the 19th century writer whose territory comprised nothing less than the entire span of Victorian society.
... En savoir plus
Why Do Clocks Run Clockwise?

Mysteries of Everyday Life Explained

par David Feldman ...

Collections Livre 2 - Imponderables Series
Ponder, if you will ...What is the difference between a kit and a caboodle?Why don't people get goose bumps on their faces?Where do houseflies go in the winter?What causes that ringing sound in your ears?Pop-culture guru David Feldman demystifies these topics and so much more in Why Do Clocks Run Clockwise? -- the unchallenged source of answers to civilization's most nagging questions. Part of the ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

Ponder, if you will ...What is the difference between a kit and a caboodle?Why don't people get goose bumps on their faces?Where do houseflies go in the winter?What causes that ringing sound in your ears?Pop-culture guru David Feldman demystifies these topics and so much more in Why Do Clocks Run Clockwise? -- the unchallenged source of answers to civilization's most nagging questions. Part of the
... En savoir plus

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