Describes how a small & quarrelsome band of Greek city states united to repel the might of the Persian empire. Frequently giving rise to colorful digressions, this book blends fact & legend to offer a compelling Greek view of the world of the fifth century BC. ...

This translation of Herodotus' histories is that of George Rawlinson & is generally agreed by scholars to be the best into English. Originally published in 1858 with extensive commentary, the notes were condensed by E.H. Blakeney. Rosalind Thomas has now made some revisions to the text. ...

Details: 50 fascinating stories of human error & natural disaster. Accurate, dynamic maps explore what caused the disasters
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ITS A TIME-TRAVELLING JOURNEY THROUGH IREL&...ITS A HISTOROPEDIA!

Buckle up & get ready to travel back in time with John

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An essay about how we study & understand history, this book begins by inviting us to think about various questions provoked by our investigation of history. It explores the ways these questions have been answered in the past. It also introduces the conc ...

History is packed with quirky tales & amusing anecdotes, the like of which you never heard about in history class at school. For instance, did you know that when Roosevelt travelled to Dakota in 1883, he was known as "four eyes" until he knocked a man unconscious in a bar-room brawl? Or that Empress Elizabeth of Austria was only assassinated as her murderer could not afford to go to Rome to kill his preferred target, the King of Italy? History Bites is an entertaining look at our past, featuring short stories that reveal some of the strangest or funniest moments in history. Over 500 historical accounts reveal unfamiliar facts about some of the most famous figures or events, from classical times to the mid-twentieth century. It is divided by subjects such as The Presidents, Royalty, Common Man, Politicians, The Arts, Great Minds, & Greek & Roman Times. This is a fascinating collection for anyone who is interested in finding out about the more down-to-earth tales of our past
- rather than just reading about the well-known events. The first book in a new series, subsequent titles will include Politics Bites, Sports Bites, &, of course, Love Bites!
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Ice Road Truckers follows the competition & camaraderie of 6 truckers over a 2 month season on the ice road, as they brave white-outs, thin ice & the deadly cold to perform one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. From the construction of this massive frozen highway to the risky final days when the road grows unreliable, Ice Road Truckers takes viewers on a thrilling ride ...

From medieval castles to the intrigue of Hadrians Wall & Stonehenge, discover the enduring mystery of England's ancient past. Lost Castles of England
- Existing throughout much of the Middle Ages, timber rather than stone castles were the dominant fortifications of their period. Rather than small & temporary, they were large, permanent & dotted throughout Engl&. Lords & Ladies built them, communities lived in them & battles were fought over them, yet today only mounds of earth remain. This intriguing programme uncovers the mystery surrounding the majestic timber castles of Engl&. Hadrian's Wall
- Seventy four miles long & 2, 000 years old, Hadrian's Wall was built by the Roman Empire across the width of what is now northern Engl&. Stretching from Newcastle upon Tyne to the coast of Cumbria, it winds over the hills & valleys marking the northernmost extent of a once mighty empire. Built of stone & mortar, it is an ancient treasure that still holds many secrets that archaeologists are eager to uncover. Stonehenge
- For 5, 000 years the sacred prehistoric site of Stonehenge has stood on the Salisbury Plain, mystifying all that have seen the ancient stones. But who built it & why? Was it an altar for human sacrifices, an astronomical observatory, a place of healing or even a landing site for UFOs? Through interviews with world-famous archaeologists & Stonehenge experts, we explore many of the lingering mysteries that have enthralled us for five millennia.


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Follow the team from UFO Magazine as they open their files & investigate UFO cases around the globe. Editor-in-Chief Bill Birnes & frequent contributor Dr. Ronnie Milione are joined by Pat Uskert, a journalist with a speciality in securing access to UFO documentation. The team's access to UFO evidence is unparalleled, & together they use eyewitness accounts, scientific experimentation, rare unseen footage & recently released documents to piece together compelling
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- evidence of UFO phenomena. If the truth is out there, they'll find it. Prepare to be intrigued & entertained in equal measure, with 13 brand new episodes of UFO Hunters.

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It is time to dig up the secrets of the dead & discover how the Vikings lived!

Find out all sorts of fascinating facts

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