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Lonely Planet Global Ltd
Pub. Date
2024.
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159 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 31 cm.
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English
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"Explore over 40 historical cultures, societies and civilizations from across the planet. . . . maps bring history to life and show the rise and fall of mighty empires over time. Plus discover where the remains of our planet's ancient history can be found today!"--Amazon.
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In the Footsteps of Our Ancestors guides a reader on a journey through Prehistory from the Paleolithic through the Neolithic into the early Bronze Age and the beginnings of our earliest civilizations. We will delve into early Mesopotamia, Egypt, the Indus Valley Civilization, Mesoamerica civilizations, the Polynesian civilizations, and early Chinese and European civilizations. We will discuss how our ancestors transitioned from hunter-gatherers to...
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Get the Summary of Simon Winchester's Knowing What We Know in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. Simon Winchester's book "Knowing What We Know" explores the evolution of knowledge transmission from ancient times to the modern era. It begins with the story of Shukla Bose, who transformed from a hotel executive to an educator, providing free education to impoverished children in Bengaluru, India. The book examines the...
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The Aztec Empire, Rise and Fall is a captivating exploration of one of the most fascinating cultures in world history. From their mysterious origins in ancient Mesoamerica to their tragic demise at the hands of Spanish conquistadors, this book offers a comprehensive account of the Aztecs' rise to power, their legendary military prowess, and their complex religious beliefs and mythology. Beginning with a tour of the Aztec's stunning archaeological...
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There is a spiritual war taking place in our world. And this war is being battled for our souls.A war between Good and Evil.The author is convinced that no matter how many evils the children of darkness continue to create and invent to dominate humanity in this world, the true battle that will decide if we are affected or not individually and with our closest families by all this maelstrom of evil, is the battle that we must individually fight against...
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Get the Summary of Stefanie Caponi's Guided Tarot in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Guided Tarot: A Beginner's Guide to Card Meanings, Spreads, and Intuitive Exercises for Seamless Readings" by Stefanie Caponi is a comprehensive resource for those embarking on the journey of tarot reading. The book emphasizes tarot as a tool for self-discovery, personal growth, and spiritual connection rather than mere fortune-telling....
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We are excited to introduce you to our book, "Sanatana Dharma: Exploring the Eternal Path." If you have been seeking a deeper understanding of life's purpose, spirituality, and the timeless wisdom of ancient Indian traditions, this book is for you.Sanatana Dharma, often referred to as the Eternal Way of Life, encapsulates the profound teachings and practices that have guided humanity for centuries. In this book, we embark on a transformative journey,...
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Hay una guerra espiritual teniendo lugar en nuestro mundo. Y esta guerra se libra por nuestras almas.Es una guerra entre el Bien y el Mal.El autor está convencido de que por muchos males que los hijos de las tinieblas sigan creando e inventando para dominar a la humanidad en este mundo, la verdadera batalla que decidirá si somos afectados o no individualmente y con nuestras familias más cercanas por toda esta vorágine del mal, es la batalla que...
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Get the Summary of Erik Sass's The Mental Floss History of the World in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Mental Floss History of the World" by Erik Sass provides a sweeping overview of human history, from the earliest nomadic groups to the complexities of the modern world. It traces the development of agriculture, the rise of cities and empires, and the evolution of societies and religions. The book delves into...
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Get the Summary of Matt LaCroix's The Stage of Time in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Stage of Time" by Matt LaCroix delves into the mysteries of ancient civilizations, advanced knowledge, and the suppression of historical truths. LaCroix explores ancient texts, megalithic structures, and symbols to argue that Earth was once home to advanced civilizations with profound understandings of energy, reality, and...
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Get the Summary of Nina Burleigh's Mirage in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Mirage" by Nina Burleigh recounts Napoleon Bonaparte's secretive 1798 expedition to Egypt, involving a fleet of 300 ships, 34,000 troops, 16,000 sailors, and 151 scholars and artists. The mission aimed to undermine British trade routes and expand French influence. The scholars, including prominent figures like Gaspard Monge and Claude-Louis...
13) Blue beetle
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Warner Bros
Pub. Date
[2023]
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1 videodisc (127 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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English
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Jaime Reyes suddenly finds himself in possession of an ancient relic of alien biotechnology called the Scarab. When the Scarab chooses Jaime to be its symbiotic host, he's bestowed with an incredible suit of armor that's capable of extraordinary and unpredictable powers, forever changing his destiny as he becomes the superhero Blue Beetle.
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This book explores the religious tapestry of ancient Rome was woven with a rich and diverse array of gods and goddesses, each representing facets of life, nature, and the human experience. Let's embark on a journey through the sacred realms of Roman mythology to explore the pantheon that captivated the hearts and minds of its people.
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Escrito por el eminente historiador romano Caio Suetonio Tranquilo en el año 121, "Vidas de los Doce Césares" es un documento histórico de gran importancia y una de las principales fuentes de conocimiento sobre la historia romana. En esta magnífica obra, que abarca desde el ascenso hasta la caída del Imperio Romano, se nos revela la intimidad de la vida de cada uno de los doce césares: sus antecedentes familiares, sus campañas militares, los...
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Plutarco (46-119) fue un filósofo y biógrafo griego nacido en la ciudad de Queronea. Estudió matemáticas y filosofía en la Academia de Atenas, la misma que fue estudiada por Platón, y se dedicó a la política, alcanzando altos cargos públicos. "Alejandro y Julio César" es uno de los volúmenes de "Vidas Paralelas" y presenta lado a lado a dos grandes nombres de la época helenística: Alejandro, el Rey de Macedonia, unificador del occidente...
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We live in an era rife with cultural conflict. The 21st century is by no means free of wars, terrorism, riots, famine, nor epidemics. We may attempt to solve the challenges of our times by uniting the humanistic disciplines of philosophy, science, and technology. Our modern reality requires a fundamental understanding of the problems beleaguering our existence. Science and literature are key tools for gaining this insight. The wisdom accumulated throughout...
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John J. Winkler (1943–1990) was professor of classics at Stanford University. His books include The Constraints of Desire: The Anthropology of Sex and Gender in Ancient Greece and Auctor & Actor: A Narratological Reading of Apuleius's "The Golden Ass."
A bold reconception of ancient Greek drama by one of the most brilliant and original classical scholars of his generation
When John Winkler died in 1990, he left an unpublished manuscript containing...
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Grand Central Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
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xviii, 299 ; 23 cm.
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English
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"What's it like to be the first to enter an Egyptian burial chamber that's been sealed for thousands of years? What horrifying secret was found among the prehistoric ruins of the American Southwest? Who really was the infamous the Monster of Florence? Douglas Preston's journalistic explorations have taken him from the haunted country of Italy to the jungles of Honduras. He was granted exclusive journalistic access to the largest tomb in Egypt's Valley...
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Introducing the Concept of Weaving Spirituality into Everyday Life In the hustle and bustle of our daily existence, the concept of weaving spirituality into everyday life serves as a beacon of balance, grounding, and profound fulfillment. Far from being confined to sacred spaces or specific rituals, spirituality becomes a dynamic and integral thread that intertwines seamlessly with our mundane moments, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary....
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