Captivating History

Explore the captivating history of a war that often isn't mentioned in US textbooks.The Paraguayan War of 1864-1870 was the bloodiest war between nations in South American history. Discover how tiny Paraguay had a tyrant with a giant ego and the largest army on the continent and how and why he invaded Brazil and Argentina. Learn about the biggest naval battle in South America's history and about the Paraguayan fortress called South America's Gibraltar.You'll also learn about how the king of Portugal moved to Rio de Janeiro with his court to escape Napoleon and how he declared Brazil to be co-equals with Portugal. Learn how his son and grandson became emperors of the independent Empire of Brazil.Find out about Eliza Alice Lynch, the woman from Ireland who was a tyrant's lover and owned more property than any other woman in the world. You'll be captivated by her outrageous love for a murderous tyrant and how she followed him to his death, burying him and her oldest son in a grave she dug in the mud with her bare hands.In this book, you will learn about the following: The Jesuit missions to the Guaran , an independent theocracy unique in history;Dr. Jos Gaspar de Francia, or El Supremo, who required foreign visitors to stay in Paraguay for the rest of their lives;Carlos Antonio L pez, El Excelentisimo, who grew so fat he could not ride a horse;Francisco Solano L pez, El Mariscal, who thought firing squads were a waste of bullets and had executions done by bayonet or machete;How Uruguay and Paraguay survived being bordered by superpowers;How an army of boys and old men continued a war for more than a year;How Paraguay managed to survive despite 90 percent of its men being killed in the war;And so much more

The ancestral home of the Pueblo. A remnant of Spain's New World empire. The location of the first atomic bomb detonation. A supposed alien crash site. New Mexico. The Land of Enchantment.New Mexico is a state with a rich and diverse history, dating back thousands of years. The land was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Pueblo, Apache, and Navajo, which developed unique cultures, traditions, and ways of life.Discover how the region changed when the Spanish conquistadors arrived and established colonies, bringing with them Christianity and the Spanish language. And explore the territory's tumultuous history as it changed hands from Spain to Mexico and then from Mexico to the United States.As the years passed, New Mexico experienced rapid growth, particularly in the areas of mining, agriculture, and tourism. During World War II, New Mexico played a critical role in the development of the top-secret Manhattan Project.We leave no stone uncovered. So, join us in discovering a state known for its beautiful landscapes, complex cultural heritage, and diverse population.You'll learn about all these points and more The Spanish quest for the seven cities of gold;The ambitions of men like Coronado and Juan de O ate, which led them to explore a forbidding frontier;The long struggle of the Pueblo people to retain their lands and culture;The part New Mexico played in Confederate ambitions during the American Civil War;The role of land hunger and range wars in New Mexico's history;The effect of World War II on New Mexico's economy and future;A bizarre American wartime program that sought to put armed bats on the frontline;The wartime contribution of Navajo code talkers in the Pacific;The development of the atomic bomb;The role archaeologists and artists played in preserving New Mexico's history;Myths and legends across the state;The 1947 episode near Roswell that may point to alien visitation;And so much more

Sum rgete en el mundo de los antiguos griegos. Desde sus mitos y su cultura hasta sus guerras y su derrota final ante los romanos, este libro lo abarca todo. Tanto los padres como los ni os disfrutar n aprendiendo lo que hizo de la antigua Grecia una civilizaci n tan asombrosa y viendo por qu el mundo moderno les debe tanto.Los antiguos griegos nos dieron muchas cosas que todav a utilizamos hoy en d a: las historias mitol gicas que seguimos estudiando en las escuelas y universidades, y las Olimpiadas son solo algunas de ellas. Aunque hoy en d a Grecia no es m s que un peque o pa s europeo, antes abarcaba partes del actual norte de frica e Ir n, y ten a una sociedad muy parecida a la nuestra. Los griegos disfrutaban de la buena comida, la m sica y la lectura; la sociedad se gobernaba de forma muy parecida a la de los tiempos modernos, y sus habitantes eran agricultores, pol ticos, artistas e inventores.Prep rate para asombrarte al descubrir c mo esta sociedad antigua se parece tanto a la nuestra, y por qu . Solo una muestra de lo que te espera mientras lees: Las ciudades griegas eran un xito La cara que lanz 1.000 barcos.Aquiles y su famoso tal n.Los Juegos Ol mpicos: sin premios para el segundo y tercer puesto De la Edad Oscura a la Edad de Oro y viceversa.El severo sistema de castigos de Draco.Los espartanos originales: su historia. Con tan solo siete a os estaban en la escuela militar?A. C. versus a. e. c.; A. D. versus d. C.: por qu y cu l es la diferencia?Arcos largos y escudos de bronce: qui n gan ?Pericles, Atenea y el Parten nLas guerras del Pelopo - qu ?La venganza contra Persia.La poca helen stica.Llegan los romanos.Artistas y cient ficos griegos famosos.A lo largo del libro aprender s datos divertidos y realizar s actividades interactivas que te ayudar n a entender y recordar mejor los momentos m s importantes de la historia de Grecia. Prep rate para asombrarte

Und den Gr nden, warum sie zu Stande kam...Die meisten von uns kennen wahrscheinlich die Geschichte, die von dem deutschen M nch Martin Luther handelt und davon, wie er seine f nfundneunzig Thesen an die T r einer Kirche nagelte. Bei diesen f nfundneunzig Thesen handelte es sich im Wesentlichen um f nfundneunzig Beschwerden gegen die Lehren der katholischen Kirche. Damals war die katholische Kirche die wichtigste religi se F hrungsinstanz. Wer es wagte, die Lehren der katholischen Kirche in Frage zu stellen, wurde unweigerlich des Irrtums bezichtigt, und wenn diese "Irrt mer" nicht sofort korrigiert wurden, wurde man als Ketzer abgestempelt. Und wenn man erst als Ketzer galt, war es zu dieser Zeit wahrscheinlich, dass man kurz darauf auf dem Scheiterhaufen landete.Die katholische Kirche hatte das kirchliche Dogma weit ber tausend Jahre lang fest im Griff, doch Martin Luther wagte es, aufzustehen und seine Stimme zu erheben, um dagegen zu protestieren. Martin Luther schaffte es nicht nur, die Konsequenz seines religi sen Ungehorsams zu berleben, sondern l ste auch einen dynamischen gesellschaftlichen Umschwung aus, infolgedessen immer mehr Menschen gegen das protestierten, was sie als Missst nde in der katholischen Kirche empfanden. Diese Reformatoren, die gemeinhin als Protestanten bekannt sind, kamen aus allen Gesellschaftsschichten und hatten haupts chlich eines gemeinsam: Sie wollten die Heilige Schrift selbst lesen und sich eine eigene Meinung ber den Inhalt der Bibel bilden.Dieses Buch beschreibt die fr hen Anf nge des reformatorischen Denkens, die zun chst von Martin Luther und anderen Reformatoren ausgingen, und geht dann auf das Leben und Schaffen von bedeutenden Protestanten wie beispielsweise Johannes Calvin und Ulrich Zwingli ein. Diese mutigen Reformatoren wagten es, den Status quo in Frage zu stellen, und ver nderten die Welt f r protestantische Christen f r immer.Dies ist die Geschichte der Reformation.In diesem Buch werden Sie mehr zu den folgenden Themen erfahrenDie Ursachen der ReformationDie wichtigsten historischen Figuren der ReformationDie Konflikte, die durch die Reformation entstandenDie religi sen Gruppen, die sich durch die Reformation zusammenschlossenUnd vieles, vieles mehr

Finnish culture is centuries old, yet Finland itself has only been an independent nation for just over one hundred years.Finland's history is an interesting subject filled with misconceptions. Would you be surprised to learn that the Finns, for the most part, were not Vikings? Or that Finland is not part of Scandinavia? The Finns are not even related to their closest neighbors: Sweden, Norway, and Denmark.This book pulls back the curtain so you can get a better look at Finland's history. Its history is exciting, even without the Vikings, and its proximity to Russia is something that is still talked about in the news today.In 2022, moves were made for the nation to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Finland has entered a new phase of its history. But wouldn't you like to learn about its past?In this book, you'll learn the following: The ancient Finnish did not worship the famous Norse gods like Thor and Odin.The national poem of Finland, the Kalevala, explores the ancient Finnish creation myth and the gods and heroes of Finland's distant past.The history of Finland and Sweden are intertwined; Finland was part of Sweden for five hundred years Finland was also part of the Russian Empire from 1809 to 1917.The Finns fought a heroic struggle against the Russians in 1939/40, which inspired the world and inspires Finns today.The Finn who commanded Finland's armies during that struggle, Marshal Mannerheim, was of Swedish/German descent and did not speak Finnish particularly well. Yet, in 2004, he was voted the "greatest Finn of all time."Finnish is one of the most unique languages in the world.And much, much more

If you've ever been curious about ancient Rome and the time of Caesar but felt overwhelmed by the information available, this handy biography of Julius Caesar's life might just be what you've been looking for.By taking a broad and narrow focus, this volume is able to simultaneously give the reader a nice overview of the 1st century BCE while also honing in on the specifics of the famous leader as he makes his way up from the downtrodden neighborhood of his youth to eventually being named a god by the Roman people.This book is told in a straightforward, chronological fashion, so the reader is able to look at Caesar's life in bite-sized chunks that inform without creating confusion. Caesar's life happened in the midst of turbulent military and political intrigues. But he was also surrounded by numerous well-known figures from history. The interweaving of their tales not only makes for page-turning reading; it also gives the reader much to question, critique, and ponder.This book will satisfy your curiosity and hopefully inspire you to go out and learn even more. With handy comparisons to the modern world, the life of Rome and the ancient world will become more tangible and easier to imagine than ever before.It's time Caesar walked off the dusty shelves, out of the history books, and into our minds as the living, breathing, brilliant, sneaky, brave, and intriguing man that he was. Take a trip like no other through the streets of ancient Rome, from the butcher shop to the throne, with the famous ruler himself as your guide.If you've ever wondered about the following, then this book is for you Were Caesar and Cleopatra married?Did Caesar ever have children?How big was the Roman Republic?Was politics always so confusing?Why do we care about Julius Caesar? Wasn't he just one of many?Was Caesar really kidnapped by pirates?What was life like at home and at war in ancient Rome?

Si alguna vez se ha preguntado qui nes formaban el c rculo ntimo de Jes s, no se lo pregunte m s.Aunque las palabras y acciones de los doce ap stoles se encuentran dispersas por todo el Nuevo Testamento, reunir las piezas puede resultar confuso, agotador y, sencillamente, dif cil. Los nombres se repiten o cambian con frecuencia. Se mencionan trabajos anteriores y posibles destinos, pero incluso un mapa del mundo antiguo puede ser dif cil de reconstruir. Algunos libros de la Biblia fueron escritos por los ap stoles, otros no, y otros solo dan pistas enigm ticas sobre qui n los ley , d nde y por qu . Abundan los comentarios, as como las historias de hombres como Or genes, Eusebio y Jer nimo. Por d nde empezar?Hemos hecho todo ese trabajo por usted en este libro. Contadas con un estilo f cil, interesante y atractivo, por fin podr leer con detenimiento las historias que ampliar n sus conocimientos y enriquecer n sus conversaciones religiosas. Los estudiantes de historia y los estudiantes de cristianismo encontrar n teor as, tradiciones e incluso historias olvidadas hace mucho tiempo de fuentes ajenas a la Biblia para reflexionar y, en ltima instancia, llegar a la propia decisi n. Este libro no pretende convertir al lector, sino compartir hechos.Por fin, sin tener que gastar incontables horas y miles de d lares en un volumen tras otro de libros de texto, el lector tiene un punto de partida para lo que resultar ser un viaje emocionante y estimulante.En su interior, encontrar las respuestas a estas preguntas: Ad nde fueron los ap stoles cuando terminaron los relatos b blicos? Por qu discrepaban entre ellos tan a menudo? Qu ap stoles ten an familia o eran parientes? Por qu algunas personas cuentan doce, trece o catorce ap stoles? C mo llegaron unos hombres tan corrientes a tener una influencia tan enorme en el mundo actual? Y mucho, mucho m s Al escudri ar detr s de la cortina y reunir los datos de dos milenios de historia, finalmente las historias de cada ap stol est n al alcance de su mano.

Did you know the American Revolution changed how Britain treated the rest of its colonies? The American Revolution was fought between the Thirteen Colonies and the British Empire. Although most thought the British would win, the colonists overthrew British rule and established their own country. Other people realized the ideals of the American Revolution could be applied to their societies. They also wanted liberty and justice for all. For years, scholars have studied individuals or specific events of the American Revolution. They focused on revolutionaries like Alexander Hamilton or events like the Battle of Lexington and Concord. But the American Revolution was more than just a few people and battles. It was filled with world-changing ideas. It's time to step back into history and learn about the American Revolution. In this new and captivating book, you'll discover what made the American Revolution so special and how it still influences us today. Here are some of the questions you will uncover within the pages of this book: Was the Boston Tea Party really a party?How was Abigail Adams a revolutionary?Why did the first English colony vanish?Who started the Boston massacre?Why didn't King George III want to let the American colonies go?Where was the Battle of Bunker Hill fought?How did the Sons of Liberty help the revolution?Was the revolution fought because of slavery?Why were the colonists so angry about taxes?When did the French join the revolution?Why did the colonists create the phrase "no taxation without representation?"Scroll up and click the "add to cart" button to learn more about the history of the American Revolution

The paranoia and recriminations that have been unleashed by religious inquisitions are quite extraordinary. This book explores the Inquisition in depth, leaving no stone unturned to find the root of what drove these religious persecutions. Most people know about the Spanish Inquisition, but there were other inquisitions, such as those carried out by the Romans and the Portuguese. What was it that motivated these diehard religious zealots to squash all contrary views from their midst? It is rather easy to paint one side as the "good guys" and the other as the "bad guys." But unless we are a bunch of kids playing cops and robbers, this is an overly simplistic, narrow-minded, and lazy interpretation of what is a very complex history. In this book, we explore all the dark nooks and crannies of what sparked massive inquiries into the faith of others and rampant persecution of religious beliefs. In this captivating book, you will discover the following: The root causes of the Inquisition;The real motivations behind the persecution;The harsh torture methods used to extract confessions;The estimated toll the Inquisition took on people's lives;How the Inquisition ended;Its impact and legacy;And much more Scroll up and click the "add to cart" button to begin learning about the Inquisition

Two manuscripts in one book: Imperial Rome: A Captivating Guide to Events and Facts You Should Know About the Roman EmpirePax Romana: A Captivating Guide to Ancient Rome during the Roman Peace PeriodTo this day, we feel the influence of imperial Rome. After all, imperial Rome was one of the first successful "melting pots" of cultures. The Romans took what worked and discarded what didn't work, showing that it was possible to have a stable, centralized government over an extremely large area. In the first part of this book, you learn includes the following: The downfall of the Roman Republic and the emergence of the illustrious Roman Empire;Caesar's life and conquests, as well as his ultimate assassination at the hands of his senators;The fascinating life of Octavian Augustus and the start of the Pax Romana;Gradual "reduction" in the quality of emperors, starting with bureaucratic Tiberius, who ultimately left Rome;The incredible life of Tiberius's successor, Caligula, who gained much notoriety;The long reign of Emperor Claudius, whose two wives, Messalina and Agrippina the Younger, shaped the future of Rome;Nero, who (maybe) set Rome on fire and who was most certainly a very unusual emperor with a penchant for the arts;The Flavians and the Five Good Emperors, who led imperial Rome into its most prolific period;The gradual but consistent erosion of traditional Roman values and its ultimate dissolution into early medieval Europe;The Roman Empire reached its zenith within the first two centuries of the fall of the Roman Republic, expanding its territory and spreading its influence well beyond the borders of Europe. During that time, a sort of global peace was achieved, which historians call the Pax Romana. Throughout the pages of this tome, you'll get brief glimpses of the reigns of many emperors who made the Pax Romana into what it was. Discover the Pax Romana's long-term effects and how it managed to cement the Roman Empire as the go-to empire for many later civilizations to try and emulate. In the second part of this book, you'll gain new knowledge on the following facts: How the empire evolved from the former republic and who the men were that brought about the changesWhat made the reign of each emperor uniqueWhat some of the more turbulent times during this overarching period of peace wereWho the best emperors during the Pax Romana were, and which ones were considered the worstWhat role the provinces and territorial expansion played in the growth and development of the empireHow the imperial Romans were stratifiedWhat societal changes came about with the abolition of the republic and the return to a monarchic modelHow the everyday Romans lived during the Pax RomanaHow big of a role the Roman army played in maintaining the peaceHow prominent the Senate was and whether or not its role was diminished or reinforced during certain periods of the Pax RomanaAnd so much more Scroll up, and give that "add to cart" button a click to learn more about the Roman Empire

Let's take a look at the past 120 years of Chinese history, from the country's start as a backward, struggling empire in the late 19th century to a totalitarian communist superpower.The radical transformation of China from a dynastic monarchy to a dominant global communist regime is very compelling for readers of all ages and interests, and this book tells the history of the most important developments during this period.Filled with ideological and intellectual struggles, internal divisions and civil wars, conflicts with foreign nations, and influential changes throughout the 20th century, modern Chinese history promises to be an interesting read.Throughout the book, you will learn about the following: The collapse of the Qing dynasty in early 20th-century ChinaInfluential characters from the early days of the Chinese RepublicEvents that shaped the first thirty years of the 20th century in China and eventually led to the First United FrontThe rise of communism and the formation of the CCPThe impact of World War II, Japanese occupation, and the Chinese Civil WarMao Zedong, the communist victory, and the fleeing of the Nationalist government to the island of TaiwanThe formation of the People's Republic of China and the socioeconomic policies of the 1950sThe Great Leap Forward and its results for the Chinese peopleThe Cultural Revolution, Mao's death, and the development of the country from the late 1970sAnd much, much more Scroll up and click the "add to cart" button to begin learning about Modern China

Imperial Rome saw the rise of good and bad emperors. How much do you really know about their lives?To this day, we feel the influence of imperial Rome. After all, imperial Rome was one of the first successful "melting pots" of cultures. The Romans took what worked and discarded what didn't work, showing that it was possible to have a stable, centralized government over an extremely large area.But there's also another side to imperial Rome. Intrigue, treachery, love of power, narcissism, and lunacy-these are all interrelated in the fascinating history of imperial Rome. If you like Game of Thrones, you'll most certainly like this book; the only thing is, it has no dragons.But you don't need fictional beings to appreciate what very real humans did thousands of years ago. And Roman emperors, in spite of being worshiped like gods, were just that: real human beings with their own good and bad sides. By delving deeper into the lives of Roman emperors, we can understand Roman history and ourselves better.There is much to discover within the pages of this book. Some of what you learn includes the following: The downfall of the Roman Republic and the emergence of the illustrious Roman Empire;Caesar's life and conquests, as well as his ultimate assassination at the hands of his senators;The fascinating life of Octavian Augustus and the start of the Pax Romana;Gradual "reduction" in the quality of emperors, starting with bureaucratic Tiberius, who ultimately left Rome;The incredible life of Tiberius's successor, Caligula, who gained much notoriety;The long reign of Emperor Claudius, whose two wives, Messalina and Agrippina the Younger, shaped the future of Rome;Nero, who (maybe) set Rome on fire and who was most certainly a very unusual emperor with a penchant for the arts;The Flavians and the Five Good Emperors, who led imperial Rome into its most prolific period;The gradual but consistent erosion of traditional Roman values and its ultimate dissolution into early medieval Europe;And so much more Scroll up and click the "add to cart" button to begin your journey into Imperial Rome

A fantasy playground in an unforgiving desert. A town that refused to fail. A gambling mecca that never closes. Las Vegas. Sin City.Situated in a barren desert landscape, Las Vegas exists for one reason-water. Popular as a waystation for travelers, the Las Vegas Valley attracted the attention of railroad visionaries at the end of the 19th century. After purchasing land from a local widow, the developers laid out a town in 1905. Vegas hasn't slowed down since.Building on one opportunity after another, the citizens of that railroad town refused to entertain the notion that they could fail. Buoyed by the building of Boulder Dam (now Hoover Dam) during the Great Depression, Vegas played a major role in World War II. But the war years also put Las Vegas on the radar of organized crime as a wide-open town ripe for casinos that hid extensive money-laundering operations. Now a place for both families and high rollers, Las Vegas has no mercy when it comes to re-invention. In Sin City, the old constantly makes way for the new-and there's always something new on the horizon.This captivating guide tells the story of Las Vegas from prehistory to the empire building of developers. In these pages, you'll read about local legends and gain insight into the heart of a city created for practical reasons but built on outrageous whimsy and the guts to carve its own way to greatness.In this book, you will learn about the following: The prehistory of a valley once filled with marshy land and flowing rivers.The role pioneers, including Mormon missionaries, played in the development of the town.The adventures and influence of founding citizens like Charles "Pop" Squires and Helen J. Stewart.The significant role of Boulder Dam in insulating Vegas from the effects of the Great Depression.The effect of World War II in diversifying its population.The arrival of organized crime and the mob's role in inventing the modern casino industry.The part reclusive billionaire Howard Hughes played in driving the criminals out of town.The significance of Mormon money and political influence in reshaping the rules for casino ownership.The effect of atomic testing on the tourist industry.The advent of the megaresort.The tragedies that scarred the town.The entertainers who made Vegas their own.And so much more Scroll up and click the "add to cart" button to learn more about the history of Las Vegas

Casi todo el mundo sabe que Las Bahamas y Jamaica est n en el Caribe. Pero, qu se sabe realmente de esos pa ses?La historia del Caribe es un recorrido apasionante, pero pocos fuera de la regi n saben mucho sobre ella en profundidad m s all del descubrimiento de Col n. Este libro le guiar por la historia de la regi n, que fue testigo de algunos de los acontecimientos m s importantes del mundo. Comenzaremos con el descubrimiento accidental de Crist bal Col n y la carrera por el control de las islas del Caribe.El acaparamiento de tierras llev a la guerra y a la colonizaci n, convirtiendo esta regi n, antes pac fica, en un lugar m s violento. Con el tiempo, la mayor a de las islas del Caribe se defendieron y declararon su independencia. Pero, mejor eso las cosas para estas naciones insulares? O a n queda mucho por hacer?Si tiene curiosidad por conocer las respuestas a estas preguntas y m s sobre la apasionante historia de esta hermosa regi n, siga leyendo. Este libro tiene mucho material interesante, que incluye: Lo que ocurri cuando Crist bal Col n descubri el Caribe y la cadena de acontecimientos que sucedieron despu s.Los piratas que se ganaron la vida en la regi n del Caribe y Centroam rica.C mo influy la Europa continental en las colonias caribe as, con un acercamiento a las guerras de religi n, las revoluciones estadounidense y francesa, y las guerras napole nicas.Lo que sucedi cuando las naciones caribe as anhelaron liberarse de sus poderes coloniales para independizarse.La participaci n de Estados Unidos en el Caribe, incluida la guerra hispano-estadounidense.Las dictaduras de algunas naciones caribe as que dejaron tras de s brutalidad y ruina financiera.El dictador que se pondr a del lado de un adversario de Estados Unidos durante uno de los momentos m s cr ticos de la historia mundial.Las luchas a las que se enfrenta el Caribe en la actualidad y c mo podr a ser su futuro. Y mucho, mucho m s Entonces, no espere m s Despl cese hacia arriba y haga clic en el bot n a adir a la cesta para comenzar hoy mismo su viaje por el pasado del Caribe.

Imperial Rome saw the rise of good and bad emperors. How much do you really know about their lives? To this day, we feel the influence of imperial Rome. After all, imperial Rome was one of the first successful "melting pots" of cultures. The Romans took what worked and discarded what didn't work, showing that it was possible to have a stable, centralized government over an extremely large area. But there's also another side to imperial Rome. Intrigue, treachery, love of power, narcissism, and lunacy-these are all interrelated in the fascinating history of imperial Rome. If you like Game of Thrones, you'll most certainly like this book; the only thing is, it has no dragons. But you don't need fictional beings to appreciate what very real humans did thousands of years ago. And Roman emperors, in spite of being worshiped like gods, were just that: real human beings with their own good and bad sides. By delving deeper into the lives of Roman emperors, we can understand Roman history and ourselves better. There is much to discover within the pages of this book. Some of what you learn includes the following: The downfall of the Roman Republic and the emergence of the illustrious Roman Empire;Caesar's life and conquests, as well as his ultimate assassination at the hands of his senators;The fascinating life of Octavian Augustus and the start of the Pax Romana;Gradual "reduction" in the quality of emperors, starting with bureaucratic Tiberius, who ultimately left Rome;The incredible life of Tiberius's successor, Caligula, who gained much notoriety;The long reign of Emperor Claudius, whose two wives, Messalina and Agrippina the Younger, shaped the future of Rome;Nero, who (maybe) set Rome on fire and who was most certainly a very unusual emperor with a penchant for the arts;The Flavians and the Five Good Emperors, who led imperial Rome into its most prolific period;The gradual but consistent erosion of traditional Roman values and its ultimate dissolution into early medieval Europe;And so much more Scroll up and click the "add to cart" button to begin your journey into Imperial Rome

El frica moderna est inextricablemente unida a una larga historia dominada por las luchas, el dolor y la fuerza de un pueblo cuya historia est poco difundida. Los africanos, aunque fascinantemente diversos, comparten una evoluci n com n, toda ella caracterizada por los poderosos pasos de muchos nombres grabados en la memoria de sus pueblos. Este libro presenta estos recuerdos con un estimulante relato detallado. Adem s comparte los conocimientos que necesita saber sobre el frica moderna. Descubra c mo el continente ha llegado a ser lo que es hoy, y aprenda c mo otros pa ses influyeron en los acontecimientos. Es una aventura apasionante. En este libro, aprender lo siguiente: Los or genes del frica moderna.La trata de esclavos y el dominio colonial. frica y las dos guerras mundiales.La ola de independencia y las guerras civiles.La riqueza y la diversidad de frica.El papel de la religi n en frica.La vida y la poca de los revolucionarios y dictadores africanos.Los retos del frica moderna.Las relaciones internacionales africanas. Y mucho m s Nunca ha habido un mejor momento para aprender m s sobre el continente africano. Despl cese hacia arriba y haga clic en el bot n a adir a la cesta para comenzar su viaje.