History

The Yakovlev Yak-23: A Comprehensive Aviation Guide. This book presents a detailed collection of the Yakovlev Yak-23's design and technical specifications, including 4-view color profiles, scale...

Austria has been under observation since 1918, with every significant event in its history scrutinized and reported. From the First Republic to the present day, the country's development has been...

The military chaplaincy has undergone significant changes over the past century. From its early days, when it was dominated by mainline Protestants and Catholics, to its current diverse membership,...

The Wisconsin Story: 150 People, Places, and Turning Points that Shaped the Badger State offers an engaging exploration of everything Wisconsin. From notable figures to pivotal events, this...

A Guide to Gangsters, Murderers and Weirdos of New York City's Lower East SideBy Eric Ferrara, this book delves into the complex history of America's most infamous neighborhood. In the 19th century,...

Bede's Ecclesiastical History has long been a cornerstone of our understanding of early Christian Anglo-Saxon England. However, what material lay behind Bede's own narrative? This book provides the...

The Cuban Missile Crisis: The Threshold of Nuclear War by Alice L. George For thirteen days in October 1962, the world came closest to nuclear war as the United States and USSR engaged in a perilous...

The Illustrated Cultural History of India brings together a wealth of knowledge about the country's rich cultural heritage. First published in 1975, this comprehensive survey covers a wide range of...

The Jews of Egypt: From Rameses II to Emperor Hadrian By Joseph Mélèze Modrzejewski This book explores the complex history of Jewish life in ancient Egypt, from the 13th century BCE to the 2nd...

The Israeli Air Force 1947-1960: An Illustrated History provides an in-depth look at the early years of Israel's air force, from its humble beginnings with light planes to the introduction of...

Spanish Fascist Writing presents a unique collection of Spanish fascist texts in English translation, shedding new light on the intellectual and political history of fascism in Spain from the early...

David Shulman's More Than Real: A History of the Imagination in South India explores a pivotal moment in Indian history when the imagination came to be recognized as the defining feature of human...

Hatfield and Its People: Part 8: Schools is the eighth publication in a series of booklets about the history of Hatfield in Hertfordshire. This booklet focuses on the development of education in...

Financial Development and Economic Growth: Theory and Experiences from Developing CountriesThis collection of essays explores the relationship between financial development and economic growth, with...

The Limits of Independence Relations Between States in the Modern World by Adam Watson Nation states are not as independent as they seem. In this book, Adam Watson explores how independence of action...

Religion and State: A Muslim Approach to Politics challenges common perceptions of Islam's relationship with politics. L. Carl Brown offers a historical overview of the connection between religion...

Shivaji Maharaj, the legendary seventeenth century Maratha warrior who audaciously took on the Mughal empire at the height of its powers, is one of the most compelling figures of early modern India...

Nikola Tesla's essays on Roentgen rays offer fascinating insights into his groundbreaking work in the field of X-rays. This collection of eight essays provides a unique glimpse into the mind of one...

Orlando, Florida A Brief History by James C. Clark explores the city's fascinating past often overlooked in its role as a tourist destination. The area was embroiled in the Seminole Wars, and Fort...

Wigan Pier: The Facts and Fictions of an Enduring Music Hall Joke by John Hannavy explores the origins and evolution of this iconic British comedy routine. The author delves into the history of Wigan...

Tudors and Stuarts by J. H. Bettey provides an in-depth exploration of the complex and often tumultuous history of England's royal dynasties from the Tudor period to the Stuart era. This concise...

Knowledge Building in Early Modern English Music is an interdisciplinary investigation into the role of music and musical culture in shaping metaphysical thought in late sixteenth- to early...

A Wretched and Precarious Situation In Search of the Last Arctic Frontier by David Welky. In 1906, Commander Robert E. Peary made a groundbreaking discovery from atop a snow-swept hill in the ice...

East Germany's swift collapse in 1989 was a surprise to many, but Steven Pfaff identifies the key mechanisms that drove its revolution. By examining exit-voice dynamics, Pfaff reveals how mass...

The Carrier-Pigeon Service played a vital role in World War I, and this comprehensive history provides a detailed account of its development and significance. Conducted under the direction of Lt.-Col...

Policing Paris: The Origins of Modern Immigration Control between the WarsBy Clifford D. Rosenberg, this book examines a pivotal moment in the history of immigration control and political...

A new perspective on Germany's democratic transformation emerges in this bold study. Noah Strote challenges the conventional view that the Western Allies were solely responsible for post-war...

Carta's Historical Atlas of Jerusalem provides an in-depth exploration of the city's 4,000-year history through maps and diagrams, floorplans, photographs, and twelve full-page maps.Each chapter...

The Ancient Economy: Evidence and Models by Joseph Gilbert Manning and Ian Morris Historians and archaeologists have traditionally viewed the economies of ancient Greece and Rome as distinct from...

At the end of World War II, two American units converged on Hitler's Bavarian Alps hideaway. A dazzling treasure trove of art and precious objects had been amassed by Hermann Göring, and it was...

Australia's history and its relationship with the Pacific region are deeply intertwined. In this sweeping narrative history, Ian Hoskins explores Australia's connections with Papua New Guinea, New...

The Fragility of Law: Constitutional Patriotism and the Jews of Belgium, 1940-1945 by David Fraser explores how the Belgian government and judicial system contributed to the persecution of its Jewish...

Europe, Small Navies and Maritime Security explores the complex role of small navies in European security. This book examines how these navies address traditional and non-traditional threats,...

The year 1929 represents a pivotal moment in Jewish history, as global events had a profound impact on communities around the world. In the United States, the stock market crash led to lasting...

The U.S. Navy's Seaplane Striking Force: A History of Ambition and Disappointment. In 2016, William F. Trimble explores the fascinating story of the U.S. Navy's efforts to develop a powerful...

The relationship between Iraq's state and society has been shaped by three decades of Ba'ath rule. Understanding this complex dynamic is crucial for post-war efforts to reconstruct the country and...

This comprehensive study explores the development of political ideas in Ireland from the seventeenth to the twentieth century. It challenges traditional approaches by focusing on previously neglected...

Greg Dening's Performances is a thought-provoking collection of essays that explore the relationship between history and our understanding of the present. By examining how we can only truly...

The Vanishing American: White Attitudes and U.S. Indian Policy by Brian W. Dippie explores how a persistent myth about Native Americans contributed to US policy towards them. This study, first...

Popular Politics in an Aristocratic Republic explores the complex world of political actions and experiences in late medieval and early modern Venice. Challenging the idea that this city was free...

The Siege of Lexington, Missouri: A pivotal battle in the American Civil War. In September 1861, Confederate forces led by General Sterling Price laid siege to a Union garrison in Lexington, Missouri...

This Is Not Who We Are: America's Struggle Between Vengeance and Virtue by Zachary Shore explores the complex moral landscape of World War II in the United States. The book examines pivotal moments,...

Refrigeration: A History by Carroll Gantz The development of refrigeration has been a long and winding road, with humans coping with heat for thousands of years by harvesting ice and devising natural...

Hardcover: 225 pages (2017) The Chronicle of the Hungarians is an early history text written by Johannes de Thurocz in the 15th century. This translation presents one of three variant chronicles,...

Severus of Antioch: A Study of His Life and Thought. This volume sheds new light on Severus, a complex figure who has been both revered as a saint and regarded as a heretic. Part of the Early Church...

Terrorists and Terrorism in the Contemporary World by David J. Whittaker provides a concise and accessible survey of this complex subject. The book explores the psychology, mindset, motivation, and...

The First Wave of Decolonization by Mark Thurner A groundbreaking analysis of decolonization's formative period in the Americas. This volume challenges conventional views, revealing that pioneers of...

Max Planck's seminal work on heat radiation explores the fundamental principles governing this phenomenon. First published in 1918, but reissued here in 1985, The Theory of Heat Radiation delves into...

Jimmy Carter entered the White House with a vision for a collaborative approach to foreign policy. However, he was ultimately surrounded by a "team of rivals" who vied for influence and shaped his...

Gods and Religion of Ancient Egypt is an in-depth study of a fascinating society and its popular beliefs. This text explores the intricate world of ancient Egyptian religion, examining the afterlife,...

Len Lomell D-Day Hero by Steven M. Gillon is a gripping account of one man's heroic actions during World War II. In 1942, Len Lomell was drafted into the US Army and became an Army Ranger, tasked...

Stalin's Police: A New Perspective on Mass Repression in the USSR. This comprehensive study offers a fresh interpretation of the mass repressions associated with Stalin's rule. Paul Hagenloh examines...

One Job Town: Work, Belonging, and Betrayal in Northern OntarioThis book explores the long history of deindustrialization in Sturgeon Falls, Ontario, a town that lost its primary source of industry,...

Israel by Amy Rechner offers an in-depth exploration of this sacred and culturally rich country. Filled with diverse landscapes and varied cultures, Israel's history is complex and multifaceted. This...

The Common Cause: Creating Race and Nation in the American Revolution By Robert G. Parkinson During the Revolutionary War, unifying the thirteen colonies against the British seemed a daunting task...

Facing Facts: A Comprehensive History of Realism in American Culture 1850-1920 by David E. Shi. The rise of realism in American culture was a seismic shift that transformed the way art and literature...

Understanding military leadership in the British Civil Wars is crucial to grasping the ultimate outcome of this pivotal period. Effective guidance was essential for success, while poor leadership can...

Geronimo: Prisoner of Lies provides a unique perspective on the experiences of Chiricahua prisoners of war held by the US Army in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Through the eyes...

Langston Hughes's letters to four leftist confidants offer a unique glimpse into his life and politics. Spanning nearly four decades, from 1930 to shortly before his death in 1967, these personal and...

The Everyday Nationalism of Workers challenges traditional views of how nationalism is experienced by ordinary people. This book explores the everyday expressions of nationalism among Belgian workers...

Time and Radical Politics in France From the Dreyfus Affair to the First World War by Alexandra Paulin-Booth This book explores how people have thought about time and its impact on their political...

India's New Middle Class: Democratic Politics in an Era of Economic Reform by Leela Fernandes explores the complex politics of India's rapidly growing middle class. With rich ethnographic data,...

China's rural-urban divide remains a pressing issue in contemporary society. This collection of original essays examines the historical background and ongoing impact of the Chinese communist...

The Accounts of the Fabric of Exeter Cathedral 1279-1353, Part II (Devon and Cornwall Record Society, 26) This volume presents a detailed account of the rebuilding of Exeter Cathedral during a period...

In 1769, two ships embarked on separate voyages to find a missing continent: the French merchant ship St. Jean-Baptiste and the British naval vessel Endeavour, commanded by Captain James Cook. Though...

Pirates, Traitors, and Apostates: Renegade Identities in Early Modern EnglandLaurie Ellinghausen sheds new light on the construction of the early modern renegade and its depiction in English prose,...

Japan's military role is undergoing significant changes. In this book, Christopher W. Hughes assesses developments in defence expenditure, civil-military relations, domestic and international...

The Voyage of the Beagle: A Five-Year Journey that Shaped a Lifetime of DiscoveryCharles Darwin's five-year voyage around the world, aboard the H.M.S. Beagle, was a journey that would change his life...

The Los Angeles Railway's Yellow Cars was a unique transportation system that served downtown and its surroundings from 1898 to 1963. It was formed by Henry Huntington, who brought together various...

The Arab-Israeli conflict was a deeply divisive issue for American left-wing activists in the 1960s. Pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli perspectives often clashed, with some seeing the Palestinian...

Gerhard Benecke's biography of Maximilian I offers an in-depth analysis of the Habsburg ruler's style of government and the personal factors that shaped his key decisions during his reign.This study...

Battles and Leaders of the Civil War, Volume 5 by Peter Cozzens is a comprehensive collection of first-hand accounts, articles, maps, and illustrations that shed new light on the American Civil War...

The Allure of Empire: American Encounters with Asians in the Age of Transpacific Expansion and Exclusion by Chris Suh. This book explores how American ideas about race in the Pacific were shaped...

Julie Hemment's analysis of Russia's nationalist youth projects offers a nuanced perspective on their origins and significance. By examining the experiences of those involved, she reveals a complex...

The Great Rift: Literacy, Numeracy, and the Religion-Science Divide by Michael E. Hobart explores the origins of the difference between religious and scientific approaches to understanding the world...

Miletos, the Ornament of Ionia: A History of the City to 400 B.C.E. For centuries, Miletos stood as one of the most significant cities in the ancient Hellenic world. Its strategic location on the...

The relationship between Saudi Arabia's state and the Islamic revivalist movement known as Wahhabism has persisted for nearly three centuries. In "Securitising Identity: The Case of the Saudi State",...

The Mediterranean Modernist aesthetic emerged as artists and intellectuals sought to balance local traditions with innovative foreign influences. This period of turmoil, marked by world war,...

Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Tudor and Stuart England explores the development of obstetric care over two centuries. In the 16th to 18th centuries, midwifery underwent significant changes, shifting...

The Devil's Tabernacle: A Study of Pagan Oracles in Early Modern Thought This book examines the intellectual and cultural impact of pagan antiquity on modern European thought. Anthony Ossa-Richardson...

Discover how the Midwest's sweet tooth was refined through a blend of immigrant traditions and American ingenuity. Chef Jenny Lewis explores generations of homemade desserts and examines the rise of...

Driven Out: The Forgotten War Against Chinese AmericansThis book tells the shocking story of ethnic cleansing in California and the Pacific Northwest, where Chinese Americans were rounded up and...

Chinese Circulations: Capital, Commodities, and Networks in Southeast Asia explores the extensive trade between China and Southeast Asia over centuries. This comprehensive collection of twenty essays...

Approaches to the Study of Intercultural Transfer explores how ideas and practices have been transferred between cultures throughout history. This collection of case studies examines various...

Lawrence A. Tritle's From Melos to My Lai offers a thought-provoking analysis of violence in ancient Greece and its representation in film and veterans' accounts of the Vietnam War.This comparative...

The Quaker Colonies: A History of Early Quaker Settlements in New England and the Delaware River. In 17th and 18th century North America, the Quaker denomination established itself as a significant...

The Wrecking of the Orion by Jayne Baldwin In 1918, the SS Orion was one of the largest ships in the world, but its tragic fate would become a pivotal moment in maritime history. This account of the...

The Young Turks' Crime Against Humanity: The Armenian Genocide and Ethnic Cleansing in the Ottoman Empire by Taner Akçam. In 1915, the international community condemned the deportation and killing of...

Racialized Visions: Haiti and the Hispanic Caribbean is the first English-language exploration of the cultural impact of Haiti on its Spanish-speaking neighbours. By centreing Haiti in this...

The Black Hussars: A Brief and Concise History of Frederick Diemar's Hussars By Gary Corrado, published by Heritage Books in 2013. In the late American Revolution, Captain Frederick Diemar's Troop of...

The House of Orange-Nassau's complex relationships between gender and power are revealed in this study. The authors explore how family, household, and dynastic identities were expressed through...

The Architecture and Material Culture of Gorée, Sénégal, 1758-1837 by Mark Hinchman explores the complex social relations and material culture of West Africa in the eighteenth and nineteenth...

A unique and humorous account of one young naval officer's experience as a carrier Landing Signal Officer during World War II. Paddles! offers an authentic look at aircraft recovery operations aboard...

Vichy Law and the Holocaust in France by Richard H. WeisbergThis 1998 study examines the complex relationship between French law and the persecution of Jews during World War II, shedding light on a...

From Eden to Eternity: Creations of Paradise in the Later Middle Ages Alastair Minnis explores how medieval thinkers sought to understand the origins of humanity and the nature of paradise. Through...

The women of Corsica are remarkable and extraordinary individuals who have shaped the island's history through centuries of struggle. This unique culture has produced wives and warriors, saints and...

Kampfgeschwader 53 "Legion Condor" was a Luftwaffe bomber unit that played a significant role in various campaigns during World War II. The unit's aircraft, including the Do 17, He 111, and Ju 88,...

The United States and Israel have a complex and often contentious relationship. At its core, this bond is rooted in a unique blend of historical, theological, and cultural factors. In "God's...

This Culture of Ours: Intellectual Transitions in T'ang and Sung ChinaBy Peter Bol, published by Stanford University Press in 1994.This book explores the evolution of Chinese culture among the elite...

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