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La Roma imperial vio surgir emperadores tanto buenos como malos. ¿Cuánto sabe realmente sobre sus vidas? Todavía hoy sentimos la influencia de la Roma imperial. Al fin y al cabo, la Roma imperial fue uno de los primeros crisoles de culturas. Los romanos tomaron lo que funcionaba y desecharon lo que no funcionaba, demostrando que era posible tener un gobierno estable y centralizado en un área extremadamente extensa. Pero la Roma imperial ta...

If you want to discover the captivating history of Wyoming, its vast landscapes, and its role in shaping the nation, then keep reading... Wyoming, a state often overshadowed by its majestic neighbors, holds secrets and stories that have remained untold for too long. But why, despite its significant role in the fabric of America, has Wyoming's intricate history been left in the shadows? Unraveling the tales of this state requires a dive int...

¿Sabía usted que muchos caballeros medievales eran en realidad monjes? Lea los relatos, historias y leyendas de los caballeros medievales y los grupos a los que pertenecían. Algunos son más conocidos que otros, aunque todos desempeñaron un papel en la historia. Profundice en las historias de los caballeros hospitalarios y de los caballeros del Santo Sepulcro en su guerra contra infieles y paganos. Conozca a los llamados hermanos leprosos d...

Learn about the pivotal battle that changed the course of the American Civil War. In the summer of 1863, Confederate General Robert E. Lee, fresh off a victory at the Battle of Chancellorsville, decided to invade Union territory. Taking his Army of Northern Virginia into Pennsylvania, Lee was drawn to a place where the area's major roads converged at Gettysburg. There, over seventy thousand Southern troops waged a dogged, bloody battle aga...

Ready to learn about one of the major medieval African empires? Many people know about the Mali Empire and its famous ruler, Mansa Musa. But did you know there was a major empire that came before it? Medieval African history tends to get ignored in favor of medieval European history. However, there is so much rich history to uncover, especially in the region of West Africa. The Ghana Empire is considered one of the greatest empires in Af...

Have you ever heard about the Spaniard Cabeza de Vaca, who survived eight years wandering from Florida to Texas? Find his story and more in this book! In the early 16th century, Spanish adventurers swarmed over the islands of the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America. Portuguese explorers and merchants pushed into the Indian Ocean and beyond to the Spice Islands of the South Pacific. The names of the leaders of these overseas...

A todo el mundo le gustan las historias de aventuras y valor. Y eso es precisamente lo que encontrará en este libro. La gente se emociona leyendo sobre caballeros de brillante armadura que corren por el campo de batalla y hacen todo tipo de obras caballerescas. Este es un libro sobre una de las órdenes de caballeros más conocidas de la Edad Media. Lo mejor de todo es que no se trata de ficción, los templarios fueron muy reales y su historia ...

¿¿¿¿ Unveil the Unspoken Truths Behind the Conquest of the Americas ¿¿¿¿ Dive into a riveting exploration of one of history's most astonishing chapters - the audacious conquest of the Americas by a handful of daring conquistadors. This book peels back the layers of history to reveal a story far more complex and gripping than the simplistic tale of firepower overcoming sheer numbers. ¿¿¿¿ Discover Intriguing Insights: Unearth the pivotal r...

Repasemos los últimos 120 años de historia china, desde los inicios del país como un imperio obsoleto y en apuros a finales del siglo XIX hasta convertirse en una superpotencia comunista totalitaria. La radical transformación de China desde una monarquía dinástica a un régimen comunista dominante en el mundo resulta muy atractiva para lectores de todas las edades e intereses, y este libro narra la historia de los acontecimientos más importan...

How did medieval Africa impact the direction of the Middle Ages internationally? When most people think about the Middle Ages, they think about Europe. Images of knights, jousting, and even Christianity seem ingrained in our understanding of the medieval era. However, the Middle Ages stretched far beyond Europe, which was struggling to rebuild after the fall of the Roman Empire. Europe may have fumbled along for about a thousand years, but A...

Two manuscripts in one book: House of Medici: A Captivating Guide to the History of the Medici Family and Dynasty House of Borgia: A Captivating Guide to the Borgias and Their Feuds with the Medici Family, Sforza Dynasty, and Girolamo Savonarola Meet the Medici family, who, in some ways, can be considered to be the godfathers of the Renaissance. They patronized Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Sandro Botticelli, among many other famou...

You probably have heard of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. But how much do you really know about? The ancient world was home to some of the greatest civilizations in history. The Egyptians, the Greeks, the Babylonians, and others wanted to leave their mark on history so others would remember their greatness. And what better way to explore that greatness than to examine some of the greatest wonders the world has ever known? Most peo...

¿Cuál fue el punto de partida del cristianismo? ¿Fue en un pueblecito de Belén, como afirman las letras de nuestras canciones navideñas favoritas? ¿Comenzó el cristianismo inmediatamente después del Sermón de la montaña? ¿Después de la crucifixión? ¿Después de la resurrección? ¿O llevó algo más de tiempo? ¿Hubo una fusión más amplia de conceptos e ideas? En realidad, en los primeros tiempos del cristianismo, cuando Pedro y Pablo salieron p...

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La vasta historia de Gran Bretaña está ahora al alcance de su mano. Gran Bretaña tiene una larga historia, desde los tiempos de los asentamientos romanos, como Londinium (la actual Londres), hasta los días en que Gran Bretaña dominaba las olas, pasando por el posterior declive del imperio y el auge de la Mancomunidad. Es difícil abarcar toda la historia de Gran Bretaña en un solo libro. Sin embargo, este texto pretende desglosar su historia ...

If you want to discover the captivating history of the United States of America, then keep reading... Howdy, partners! Get ready to travel back in time to when America was first discovered.You'll learn all about how the United States of America was formed and the most significant events in its history. You'll be amazed to discover all the incredible things that have shaped the United States into the culture it is today. Here are just a few...

The history of the Louisiana Purchase: The greatest land deal in history! Do you know the WHOLE story about the Louisiana Purchase? From the first Europeans and Native Americans to its purchase from France and first explorations? Some people thought it cost too much and was too much land, while others saw it as the future of the United States. Who was right? Did France even have the right to sell the Louisiana Territory to the US? How did th...

Uncover the Untold Stories of World War I: From Poet Soldiers to Boy Scout Spies, Unleash the Secrets of the "War to End All Wars" In this book, you'll learn all about World War I: why it happened, who was involved, how and where it was fought, significant battles and people, the technological advancements, and how the war shaped the world for future generations. History will come alive with fascinating images, helpful maps, useful pronun...

Peru is a land of majesty and wonder where myth, legend, and history all come together. And this book gives you a front-row seat! The land of Peru is one that, for many, seems far away and distant. Even for those living relatively nearby geographically, Peru can seem just out of reach. After all, Peru is situated high in the Andes on the western coast of South America. Those who dare to live at this high of an elevation have learned to live ...

The Sea People were a menace to eastern Mediterranean society and contributed to the destruction of the Late Bronze Age. But what do we really know about them? It is difficult to know the Sea People intimately because the records on them aren't very comprehensive. But we set out to explore the many questions people have about this mysterious civilization. Who were they? Where did they come from? Did they do more than simply pillage, and what...