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The Scots

A Genetic Journey

par Alistair Moffat ...

This unique "fusion of science and the physical history" traces the story of the Scots through their DNA ( Sunday Herald).An almost limitless archive of our history lies hidden inside our bodies, and this book traces the ancient story of Scotland from that scientific viewpoint. The mushrooming of genetic studies, of DNA analysis, is rewriting history in spectacular fashion.In Scotland: A Genetic ... En savoir plus

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This unique "fusion of science and the physical history" traces the story of the Scots through their DNA ( Sunday Herald).An almost limitless archive of our history lies hidden inside our bodies, and this book traces the ancient story of Scotland from that scientific viewpoint. The mushrooming of genetic studies, of DNA analysis, is rewriting history in spectacular fashion.In Scotland: A Genetic
... En savoir plus
Joan of Arc: The Patron Saint and Heroine of France

par History Titans ...

A short but extraordinary life. Her story is so unique that it sounds more like fiction than fact.Joan's story has such a universal reach that she became a multifaceted icon—a hero to monarchists, nationalists, liberals, traditionalists, and feminists. In a country caught in the grip of a long, grueling war, with its people demoralized, Joan appeared as an icon of hope. Dressed in male clothing, ... En savoir plus

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A short but extraordinary life. Her story is so unique that it sounds more like fiction than fact.Joan's story has such a universal reach that she became a multifaceted icon—a hero to monarchists, nationalists, liberals, traditionalists, and feminists. In a country caught in the grip of a long, grueling war, with its people demoralized, Joan appeared as an icon of hope. Dressed in male clothing,
... En savoir plus
Tao Te Ching

A New English Version

par Stephen Mitchell, Lao Tzu ...

The bestselling, widely acclaimed translation from Stephen Mitchell"Mitchell’s rendition of the Tao Te Ching comes as close to being definitive for our time as any I can imagine. It embodies the virtues its translator credits to the Chinese original: a gemlike lucidity that is radiant with humor, grace, largeheartedness, and deep wisdom." — Huston Smith, author of The Religions of ManIn eighty-one ... En savoir plus

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The bestselling, widely acclaimed translation from Stephen Mitchell"Mitchell’s rendition of the Tao Te Ching comes as close to being definitive for our time as any I can imagine. It embodies the virtues its translator credits to the Chinese original: a gemlike lucidity that is radiant with humor, grace, largeheartedness, and deep wisdom." — Huston Smith, author of The Religions of ManIn eighty-one
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Introduction to Book History

par David Finkelstein, Alistair McCleery ...

This second edition of An Introduction to Book History provides a comprehensive critical introduction to the development of the book and print culture. Each fully revised and updated chapter contains new material and covers recent developments in the field, including:The Postcolonial BookCensorship by states and religionsSocial History, and the recognition of underrepresentation of its value to ... En savoir plus

$94.81 CAD

This second edition of An Introduction to Book History provides a comprehensive critical introduction to the development of the book and print culture. Each fully revised and updated chapter contains new material and covers recent developments in the field, including:The Postcolonial BookCensorship by states and religionsSocial History, and the recognition of underrepresentation of its value to
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Lives of the Saints

From Mary and St. Francis of Assisi to John XXIII and Mother Teresa

par Richard P. McBrien ...

$11.99 CAD
THE STORM - Unabridged

Enriched edition. The First Substantial Work of Modern Journalism Covering the Great Storm of 1703; Including the Biography of the Author and His Own Experiences

par Daniel Defoe, Wyatt Chandler ...

In Daniel Defoe's 'THE STORM - Unabridged,' readers are immersed in a tale of survival in the face of natural disaster. First published in 1704, this work showcases Defoe's vivid descriptive style and his ability to create a sense of urgency and danger. Set within the context of the Great Storm of 1703, the book provides a historical account of this devastating event through the eyes of those who ... En savoir plus

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In Daniel Defoe's 'THE STORM - Unabridged,' readers are immersed in a tale of survival in the face of natural disaster. First published in 1704, this work showcases Defoe's vivid descriptive style and his ability to create a sense of urgency and danger. Set within the context of the Great Storm of 1703, the book provides a historical account of this devastating event through the eyes of those who
... En savoir plus
The Invention of Yesterday

A 50,000-Year History of Human Culture, Conflict, and Connection

par Tamim Ansary ...

**In this extraordinary book, an award-winning author tells the story of how humans invented history, from the Stone Age to the Virtual Age“Terrific… Tamim Ansary explores the underappreciated ways that empires, nations, and smaller sets of people have responded to their surroundings, influenced one another, and developed stories that give their lives meaning.” ―San Francisco Chronicle**Traveling ... En savoir plus

$21.99 CAD

**In this extraordinary book, an award-winning author tells the story of how humans invented history, from the Stone Age to the Virtual Age“Terrific… Tamim Ansary explores the underappreciated ways that empires, nations, and smaller sets of people have responded to their surroundings, influenced one another, and developed stories that give their lives meaning.” ―San Francisco Chronicle**Traveling
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Histoire du Royaume-Uni

Les Grands Articles d'Universalis

par Encyclopaedia Universalis, Les Grands Articles ...

L'espace géographique britannique n'a pas coïncidé, pendant longtemps, avec une réalité politique. Sans évoquer immédiatement les divisions tribales qui frappèrent un César, pourtant bien préparé par sa conquête de la Gaule à rencontrer des peuples séparés, on retiendra que seuls l'Angleterre et le pays de Galles réalisèrent leur unité au cours du... ... En savoir plus

$14.99 CAD

L'espace géographique britannique n'a pas coïncidé, pendant longtemps, avec une réalité politique. Sans évoquer immédiatement les divisions tribales qui frappèrent un César, pourtant bien préparé par sa conquête de la Gaule à rencontrer des peuples séparés, on retiendra que seuls l'Angleterre et le pays de Galles réalisèrent leur unité au cours du...
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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

$0.99 CAD

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
Histoire de la Révolution française

par Jules Michelet ...

Histoire de la Révolution française, écrit par le grand historien français Jules Michelet (1798 – 1874).Ce livre numérique présente l'édition intégrale des Tomes I et II, et comporte une table des matières dynamique. Il est parfaitement mis en page pour une lecture sur liseuse électronique. ... En savoir plus

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Histoire de la Révolution française, écrit par le grand historien français Jules Michelet (1798 – 1874).Ce livre numérique présente l'édition intégrale des Tomes I et II, et comporte une table des matières dynamique. Il est parfaitement mis en page pour une lecture sur liseuse électronique.
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Now I Know

The Revealing Stories Behind the World's Most Interesting Facts

par Dan Lewis ...

Collections series Now I Know Series
Covering 100 outrageous topics, Now I Know is the ultimate challenge for any know-it-all who thinks they have nothing left to learn.Praise for the Webby Award-winning newsletter: “I eagerly read Now I Know every day. It’s always fresh, always a surprise, and always interesting!” —Jimmy Wales, founder of Wikipedia and WikiaDid you know that there are actually twenty-seven letters in the alphabet, ... En savoir plus

$16.99 CAD

Covering 100 outrageous topics, Now I Know is the ultimate challenge for any know-it-all who thinks they have nothing left to learn.Praise for the Webby Award-winning newsletter: “I eagerly read Now I Know every day. It’s always fresh, always a surprise, and always interesting!” —Jimmy Wales, founder of Wikipedia and WikiaDid you know that there are actually twenty-seven letters in the alphabet,
... En savoir plus
The Conversion of Europe (TEXT ONLY)

par Richard Fletcher ...

The story of how Europe was converted to Christianity from 300AD until the barbarian Lithuanians finally capitulated at the astonishingly late date of 1386. It is an epic tale from one of the most gifted historians of today.This remarkable book examines the conversion of Europe to the Christian faith in the period following the collapse of the Roman Empire to approximately 1300 when the hegemony ... En savoir plus

$9.99 CAD

The story of how Europe was converted to Christianity from 300AD until the barbarian Lithuanians finally capitulated at the astonishingly late date of 1386. It is an epic tale from one of the most gifted historians of today.This remarkable book examines the conversion of Europe to the Christian faith in the period following the collapse of the Roman Empire to approximately 1300 when the hegemony
... En savoir plus
Philosophy of History

Twenty-First-Century Perspectives

Modifié par Jouni-Matti Kuukkanen ...

With a recent surge of interest in the field, a volume taking stock of important theoretical shifts in the philosophy of history is greatly needed. A Philosophy of History fills this gap by weaving together a range of perspectives on the field which finds itself at a crossroads, and asks where it is headed in the 21st century.The book takes a concerted effort to go beyond the customary three-fold ... En savoir plus

$45.39 CAD

With a recent surge of interest in the field, a volume taking stock of important theoretical shifts in the philosophy of history is greatly needed. A Philosophy of History fills this gap by weaving together a range of perspectives on the field which finds itself at a crossroads, and asks where it is headed in the 21st century.The book takes a concerted effort to go beyond the customary three-fold
... En savoir plus
Jean Bodin

Modifié par Julian H. Franklin ...

Collections series International Library of Essays in the History of Social and Political Thought
In the course of a lifetime, Jean Bodin aimed at nothing less than to encompass all the disciplines of his age in a huge encyclopedia of knowledge. In many areas, his ideas have been not only original but seminal. He made major contributions to historiography, philosophy of history, economics, political science, comparative public law and policy, religion and national philosophy. This volume ... En savoir plus

$350.41 CAD

In the course of a lifetime, Jean Bodin aimed at nothing less than to encompass all the disciplines of his age in a huge encyclopedia of knowledge. In many areas, his ideas have been not only original but seminal. He made major contributions to historiography, philosophy of history, economics, political science, comparative public law and policy, religion and national philosophy. This volume
... En savoir plus
Elizabeth Taylor, A Passion for Life

The Wit and Wisdom of a Legend

par Joseph Papa ...

A beautiful, illustrated, keepsake volume of quotations by the legendary Elizabeth Taylor"Passion is the ingredient in me that has made me who I am. It's my passion for life...my passion for passion that has made me never give up." -- Elizabeth TaylorFrom the time she appeared in National Velvet, the film that skyrocketed her to international fame at age twelve in 1944, until her death in 2011, ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

A beautiful, illustrated, keepsake volume of quotations by the legendary Elizabeth Taylor"Passion is the ingredient in me that has made me who I am. It's my passion for life...my passion for passion that has made me never give up." -- Elizabeth TaylorFrom the time she appeared in National Velvet, the film that skyrocketed her to international fame at age twelve in 1944, until her death in 2011,
... En savoir plus
Joseph Stalin

An Annotated Bibliography of English-Language Periodical Literature to 2005

par David R. Egan, Melinda A. Egan ...

With the opening of Russian and communist-bloc archives dating from the Soviet-era, there has been a significant increase of scholarly writings pertaining to Joseph Stalin. Widely considered to be among the most influential historical figures of the twentieth century, Stalin continues to be a source of intense study. In the absence of a comprehensive compilation of periodical literature, the need ... En savoir plus

$183.99 CAD

With the opening of Russian and communist-bloc archives dating from the Soviet-era, there has been a significant increase of scholarly writings pertaining to Joseph Stalin. Widely considered to be among the most influential historical figures of the twentieth century, Stalin continues to be a source of intense study. In the absence of a comprehensive compilation of periodical literature, the need
... En savoir plus
Stories Behind the Great Traditions of Christmas

Discovering the History of Our Favorite Christmas Celebrations

par Ace Collins ...

Enhance your holiday celebrations as you discover the real story behind some of your most beloved Christmas customs and how they all point to Christ.Ever wonder where some of our unique and meaningful Christmas traditions come from?Why are red and green popular colors of the season?Why is exchanging gifts a family tradition?The golden traditions of Christmas—gifts, wreaths, stockings, carols, ... En savoir plus

$6.99 CAD

Enhance your holiday celebrations as you discover the real story behind some of your most beloved Christmas customs and how they all point to Christ.Ever wonder where some of our unique and meaningful Christmas traditions come from?Why are red and green popular colors of the season?Why is exchanging gifts a family tradition?The golden traditions of Christmas—gifts, wreaths, stockings, carols,
... En savoir plus
In Command of History

Churchill Fighting and Writing the Second World War

par Dr David Reynolds ...

Churchill fought the war twice over - as Prime Minister and again as its premier historian. In 1948-54 he published six volumes of memoirs which secured his reputation and shaped our understanding of the conflict to this day.Using the drafts and correspondence for The Second World War, David Reynolds opens our eyes to Churchill the author and to the research 'syndicate' on whom he depended. We see ... En savoir plus

$12.99 CAD

Churchill fought the war twice over - as Prime Minister and again as its premier historian. In 1948-54 he published six volumes of memoirs which secured his reputation and shaped our understanding of the conflict to this day.Using the drafts and correspondence for The Second World War, David Reynolds opens our eyes to Churchill the author and to the research 'syndicate' on whom he depended. We see
... En savoir plus
Pocket Guide to Historical Research

How tos, How nots, and the Whys of Research for Historical Fiction

par Evangeline Holland ...

From Edwardian Promenade blogger and author Evangeline Holland: a quick and dirty guide to conducting research for your historical fiction! ... En savoir plus

$2.73 CAD

From Edwardian Promenade blogger and author Evangeline Holland: a quick and dirty guide to conducting research for your historical fiction!
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Did Jesus Exist?

The Historical Argument for Jesus of Nazareth

par Bart D. Ehrman ...

In Did Jesus Exist? historian and Bible expert Bart Ehrman confronts the question, "Did Jesus exist at all?" Ehrman vigorously defends the historical Jesus, identifies the most historically reliable sources for best understanding Jesus’ mission and message, and offers a compelling portrait of the person at the heart of the Christian tradition.Known as a master explainer with deep knowledge of the ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

In Did Jesus Exist? historian and Bible expert Bart Ehrman confronts the question, "Did Jesus exist at all?" Ehrman vigorously defends the historical Jesus, identifies the most historically reliable sources for best understanding Jesus’ mission and message, and offers a compelling portrait of the person at the heart of the Christian tradition.Known as a master explainer with deep knowledge of the
... En savoir plus
Queen Victoria

A Personal History

par Christopher Hibbert ...

Christopher Hibbert’s acclaimed biography of Queen Victoria is as impressive and authoritative as the great woman herself.In 1837 an eighteen-year-old girl, raised by a German mother, inherited the throne of the United Kingdom. She was to reign as queen – and later Empress of India – for almost sixty-four years, presiding over twenty prime ministers and a period of unprecedented social and ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

Christopher Hibbert’s acclaimed biography of Queen Victoria is as impressive and authoritative as the great woman herself.In 1837 an eighteen-year-old girl, raised by a German mother, inherited the throne of the United Kingdom. She was to reign as queen – and later Empress of India – for almost sixty-four years, presiding over twenty prime ministers and a period of unprecedented social and
... En savoir plus
Break the Good Girl Myth

How to Dismantle Outdated Rules, Unleash Your Power, and Design a More Purposeful Life

par Majo Molfino ...

"A must-read for any woman who is ready to design a life on her own terms.” – Sophia Amoruso, Founder and CEO, GirlbossWomen: it’s time to break the good girl myths that are holding you back and share your true gifts with this groundbreaking guide to personal power from Stanford University-trained designer and women’s leadership expert Majo Molfino.For thousands of years, women have been taught to ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

"A must-read for any woman who is ready to design a life on her own terms.” – Sophia Amoruso, Founder and CEO, GirlbossWomen: it’s time to break the good girl myths that are holding you back and share your true gifts with this groundbreaking guide to personal power from Stanford University-trained designer and women’s leadership expert Majo Molfino.For thousands of years, women have been taught to
... En savoir plus
Medium Raw

A Bloody Valentine to the World of Food and the People Who Cook

par Anthony Bourdain ...

“A true populist, as interested in celebrating the most humble wok-slinger as he is in extolling the superchef. If his sharp eye and his wicked tongue have brought him acclaim, what has kept him in the spotlight is his heart. Like Oscar Wilde, he is a moralist in the guise of a libertine.” —Denver PostThe instant New York Times bestseller and follow-up to Anthony Bourdain’s blockbuster classic on ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

“A true populist, as interested in celebrating the most humble wok-slinger as he is in extolling the superchef. If his sharp eye and his wicked tongue have brought him acclaim, what has kept him in the spotlight is his heart. Like Oscar Wilde, he is a moralist in the guise of a libertine.” —Denver PostThe instant New York Times bestseller and follow-up to Anthony Bourdain’s blockbuster classic on
... En savoir plus
The Dirt

Confessions of the World's Most Notorious Rock Band

par Tommy Lee, Vince Neil, Nikki Sixx, Mick Mars ...

NOW A NETFLIX ORIGINAL MOVIE STARRING MACHINE GUN KELLY, DANIEL WEBBER, DOUGLAS BOOTH, AND IWAN RHEON, DIRECTED BY JEFF TREMAINE.Celebrate thirty years of the world's most notorious rock band with the deluxe collectors' edition of The Dirt—the outrageous, legendary, no-holds-barred autobiography of Mötley Crüe. Fans have gotten glimpses into the band's crazy world of backstage scandals, celebrity ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

NOW A NETFLIX ORIGINAL MOVIE STARRING MACHINE GUN KELLY, DANIEL WEBBER, DOUGLAS BOOTH, AND IWAN RHEON, DIRECTED BY JEFF TREMAINE.Celebrate thirty years of the world's most notorious rock band with the deluxe collectors' edition of The Dirt—the outrageous, legendary, no-holds-barred autobiography of Mötley Crüe. Fans have gotten glimpses into the band's crazy world of backstage scandals, celebrity
... En savoir plus

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