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In a land steeped in history and lore, there lies a tale of revolution and empire. A tale that echoes through the ages, and whispers its secrets to those with ears to hear. "French History: The French Revolution and Napoleon" is a chronicle of an extraordinary era.
Journey into the heart of France during a time of upheaval and transformation, where the old order crumbled before the force of the people's will. You shall bear witness to the birth of...
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If you're one of those folks who's had enough of the same old boring history books, you're in for a treat.
You see, "The History of France: The 1700s and the Napoleon Era" isn't like those other dusty books that put you to sleep before you can finish the first chapter. This book's got something special – something that makes you want to keep turning the pages and find out what happens next.
Picture this: France in the 1700s, with all its kings and...
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Rand McNally & Co.
Pub. Date
2023
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English
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"Art supervisors in the public schools assign picture-study work in each grade, recommending the study of certain pictures by well-known masters. As Supervisor of Drawing I found that the children enjoyed this work but that the teachers felt incompetent to conduct the lessons as they lacked time to look up the subject and to gather adequate material. Recourse to a great many books was necessary and often while much information could usually be found...
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"'Give me Liberty, or give me Death'!" is a famous quotation attributed to Patrick Henry from a speech he made to the Virginia Convention. It was given March 23, 1775, at St. John's Church in Richmond, Virginia, and is credited with having swung the balance in convincing the Virginia House of Burgesses to pass a resolution delivering the Virginia troops to the Revolutionary War. Among the delegates to the convention were future US Presidents Thomas
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Atlantic Books
Pub. Date
2023.
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English
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An original and fascinating history of Dublin that tells the story of the city through its bridges. Dublin's twenty bridges cross the tidal section of the River Liffey flowing through its centre; they were built over a span of a thousand years. Each has made a contribution to the city's development over time, so much so that it is possible to piece together its history by tracing their construction in chronological order.Starting with Church Street...
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HarperCollins
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2008.
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“An irreverent romp through history’s best bits,” The Mental Floss History of the World is an amazingly entertaining joyride through 60,000 years of human civilization. As audacious as it is edifying, here is a hilarious and irreverent--yet always historically accurate--overview of the ascent (or descent) of humankind, courtesy of the same rebel geniuses who brought you Mental Floss presents Condensed Knowledge and Mental Floss Presents Forbidden...
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The History Press
Pub. Date
2022.
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English
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"Just pick up a copy and set off. You'll be amazed at what you've missed." - Sir Michael Palin
MARCH, 2020: A columnist watches as London locks down, facing a conundrum as his weekly deadline for his newspaper diary approaches.
With the city shutting up shop and column inches to fill, journalist Dan Carrier takes to the deserted streets of Central London to uncover the forgotten stories the heart of the UK capital holds.
Untold London is a consideration...
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Otbebookpublishing
Pub. Date
2023.
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English
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Gotthard Deutsch's "The History of the Jews" is an in-depth exploration of the Jewish people's historical journey spanning millennia. The narrative commences with the ancient origins of the Jewish civilization, tracing its roots to biblical times and the patriarchs. The book delves into the foundational stories and events of Judaism, including the life of Abraham, the exodus from Egypt, the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai, and the establishment...
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Introducing "History of Russia: Catherine II to the Revolution of 1905-1906".
- The Second Volume in Our "Russia's Epic Saga: A Journey Through Time" Series.
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Russia's past with the second book in our enthralling Russian history series. This book transports you to an era of profound transformation, where visionary rulers and revolutionary ideas shaped the course of Russian history.
Witness the reign of...
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- The Third book in Our Captivating Russian History Series.
Embark on a fascinating journey into Russia's 20th-century history with the latest book in our acclaimed series, "Russian History Through the Ages: Revolution and Transformation in the 20th Century." This riveting volume unveils the events and personalities that defined a nation's extraordinary path through a century of upheaval and change.
Witness the epic Russian Revolution, which toppled...
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Unravel the Secrets of a Nation's Transformation: Dive into the Epic Saga of France from the 12th to the 17th Century.
Do you find yourself captivated by the intriguing history of France? Are you eager to explore an era filled with powerful monarchs, monumental conflicts, and game-changing cultural shifts that not only shaped France, but the world itself? Your search ends here!
Introducing our expertly crafted and meticulously researched book, a...
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L. Bill
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1868
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English
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This document, while very lengthy, gives a great amount of detail regarding the state of Connecticut during the Civil War. There is a wealth of information here; in particular, Farmington is mentioned on pages 53, 62, 72-74, 122, 143, 183, 228, 235, 249, 361, 461, and 545.
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"A historical thriller by the Pulitzer and National Book Award-winning author that tells the riveting story of the Klan's rise to power in the 1920s, the cunning con man who drove that rise, and the woman who stopped them. The Roaring Twenties -- the Jazz Age -- has been characterized as a time of Gatsby frivolity. But it was also the height of the uniquely American hate group, the Ku Klux Klan. Their domain was not the old Confederacy, but the Heartland...
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WildBrain
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English
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Monster Math Squad stars MAX, LILY and GOO. While they may not be the biggest, or bravest (or even the brainiest) monsters on the block, the Squad love nothing better than to put their monster minds together and use their math skills to overcome any obstacle they face… even ones with two left feet or ten thumbs. Each story features a job for the Squad, helping a monster with a unique problem.
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