Catálogo de libros: Historia: primitiva hasta la actualidad

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  • The World’s Greatest Books (Ancient and Mediaeval History)
    Various
    'The World’s Greatest Books: Ancient and Medieval History' immerses readers in the captivating tales of ancient civilizations. From Gaston Maspero’s exploration of Egypt to Flavius Josephus and Henry Milman’s insights into Jewish history, the journey continues through the glory of Greece and Rome. Edward Gibbon’s epic on the decline of Rome and insights into the Holy Roman Empi...
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    9,45 €

  • The World’s Greatest Books (Ancient and Mediaeval History)
    Various
    'The World’s Greatest Books: Ancient and Medieval History' immerses readers in the captivating tales of ancient civilizations. From Gaston Maspero’s exploration of Egypt to Flavius Josephus and Henry Milman’s insights into Jewish history, the journey continues through the glory of Greece and Rome. Edward Gibbon’s epic on the decline of Rome and insights into the Holy Roman Empi...
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    16,61 €

  • Mayan Civilization
    Thomas Osborne
    Exploring ancient Greece’s history is spectacularly inspiring. The Greeks gave us our foundational concepts of geometry, our first astronomical models, the beginnings of modern medicine, and our understanding of democracy. Greek sculptures, paintings, and mosaics captured the human form realistically and movingly - like nothing ever seen before. The ancient Greeks were a powerh...
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    16,03 €

  • Kurukshetra’s Shadow
    Arundhati Sahoo
    Wars are kinder to men, for they are given a chance, in the battlefield,to showcase their prowess at weapons and strategy-making - either toemerge victorious or to die valorously. The very act of fighting a battlewashes them off their earthly sins, securing their position in the heavens.But what about the women? Burning silently inside, anxious andafraid, guilty and grieved, pa...
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    8,76 €

  • The Destiny Book
    Helena Lind
    Humanity has never been more vulnerable, imperiled, and in need of evoking a uniting awareness than now.How about the seminal cosmic blueprint that has shaped cultural identities and codified faiths since the dawn of civilization? Which foundational force is synonymous with our universal quest for human purpose? What is the metaphysical paradigm deeply ingrained in the human ex...
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    10,08 €

  • The Secret History
    Procopius / Richard Atwater
    New Large Print Edition, comfortable and easily readable format.'The Secret History' by Procopius, as translated by Richard Atwater, immerses readers in the Byzantine Empire’s clandestine intrigues, unveiling the political landscape during the 6th century under the rule of Emperor Justinian I (527-565 AD). Against the backdrop of ambitious military endeavors, grand construction...
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    18,78 €

  • The Secret History
    Procopius / Richard Atwater
    New Large Print Edition, comfortable and easily readable format.'The Secret History' by Procopius, as translated by Richard Atwater, immerses readers in the Byzantine Empire’s clandestine intrigues, unveiling the political landscape during the 6th century under the rule of Emperor Justinian I (527-565 AD). Against the backdrop of ambitious military endeavors, grand construction...
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    25,27 €

  • The Ottoman Empire
    History Nerds
    Step into the enigmatic world of 'The Ottoman Empire' a compelling exploration of the rise, zenith, and eventual decline of one of the most formidable empires in history. This meticulously researched account takes readers on a captivating journey through the annals of time, unraveling the intricate tapestry of a civilization that spanned over six centuries.From the humble begin...
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    13,42 €

  • Return of the Fallen Ones
    Jason M. Breshears
    In ancient times there are stories of the gods who appeared on Earth and brought knowledge and civilization to mankind. The oldest stories were from ancient Sumer and these gods were called the Anunnaki, or Nephilim, also known as the Fallen Ones. They were considered fallen after co-mingling with the daughters of men, so their realm became the Earth rather than the 'heaven' fr...
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    24,04 €

  • Ancient Science and Material Theory
    Steven J. Lewis
    Embark on a journey through antiquity with this dissertation, exploring the intricate interplay between technological advancements and philosophical theories in fourth-century BCE Athens and second-century CE Rome. Delving into the distinct technological landscapes of these periods-from the utilitarian tools of Athens to the sophisticated aqueducts and intricate glassworks of R...
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    24,90 €

  • Sacred Serpent
    A.J. Carmichael
    This book frequently returns to the theme of duality, particularly in relation to the serpent and the sun. In addition to signifying danger, dishonesty, and death, the serpent also symbolizes rebirth, transformation, and healing. In a similar vein, the sun represents both harshness and destruction in addition to life, energy, and growth. The investigation of this duality implie...
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    22,41 €

  • IKOJO
    IHEANYI ANUNUSO
    A rare name with a long-forgotten meaning in Southeastern Nigeria, and an occurrence in Eastern Uganda, some 2500 miles away. How and why?The answer reveals itself, along with the answer to a long-asked question...Where did the ancient Egyptians go? ...
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    18,84 €

  • Literary Snippets
    This companion volume to Literary Snippets: Colophons Across Space and Time (Gorgias Press, 2023) gives examples of colophons from the Ancient Near East up to the pre-modern world, from different traditions - Akkadian, Hebrew, Arabic, Syriac, and Persian. Colophons typically provide their readers with the historical context in which the scribe produced his or her work: Who was ...
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    150,45 €

  • Dreamlike Recording of East Capital
    Yuanlao Meng
    East Capital is buried more than eight meters deep under current Kaifeng city in Henan Province of China based on archaeological evidence. As the biggest capital in the world around 1120 AD with about 1.5 million people, the book described the capital from various angles about its location, rivers, people, Emperor, royal palace, custom, festivals, honor of guards and garrison a...
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    9,69 €

  • Roman Mythology
    Jason Dodd
    ROMAN MYTHOLOGYA Collection of the Best Roman MythsEmbark on a captivating journey with 'Roman Mythology: A Collection of the Best Roman Myths,' a book that brings the ancient world of Roman deities, heroes, and legends right to your fingertips. Discover the powerful pantheon of gods like Jupiter and Venus, and delve into the lives of legendary figures such as Romulus and Remus...
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    19,31 €

  • Knowledge by Ritual
    Dru Johnson
    What do rituals have to do with knowledge? Knowledge by Ritual examines the epistemological role of rites in Christian Scripture. By putting biblical rituals in conversation with philosophical and scientific views of knowledge, Johnson argues that knowing is a skilled adeptness in both the biblical literature and scientific enterprise. If rituals are a way of thinking in commun...
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    61,51 €

  • The Discourses of Epictetus (Book 1) - From Lesson To Action!
    EPICTETUS / George Long
    ░▒▓ A Practical Guide to Applying Stoicism ▓▒░This fully adapted and rewritten edition of 'The Discourses (Book 1)' offers a comprehensive update to meet the needs of contemporary readers. Key features of this edition include:Complete rewriting of the text to ensure its relevance and accessibility to modern readers.Introduction of unique discussions in the form of 'Lesson to Ac...
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    16,11 €

  • The Discourses of Epictetus (Book 3) - From Lesson To Action!
    EPICTETUS / George Long
    ░▒▓ A Practical Guide to Applying Stoicism ▓▒░This fully adapted and rewritten edition of 'The Discourses (Book 1)' offers a comprehensive update to meet the needs of contemporary readers. Key features of this edition include:Complete rewriting of the text to ensure its relevance and accessibility to modern readers.Introduction of unique discussions in the form of 'Lesson to Ac...
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    15,28 €

  • The Discourses of Epictetus (Book 2) - From Lesson To Action!
    EPICTETUS / George Long
    ░▒▓ A Practical Guide to Applying Stoicism ▓▒░This fully adapted and rewritten edition of 'The Discourses (Book 1)' offers a comprehensive update to meet the needs of contemporary readers. Key features of this edition include:Complete rewriting of the text to ensure its relevance and accessibility to modern readers.Introduction of unique discussions in the form of 'Lesson to Ac...
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    15,30 €

  • The Discourses of Epictetus (Book 4) - From Lesson To Action!
    EPICTETUS / George Long
    ░▒▓ A Practical Guide to Applying Stoicism ▓▒░This fully adapted and rewritten edition of 'The Discourses (Book 1)' offers a comprehensive update to meet the needs of contemporary readers. Key features of this edition include:Complete rewriting of the text to ensure its relevance and accessibility to modern readers.Introduction of unique discussions in the form of 'Lesson to Ac...
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    15,53 €

  • Being Pagan, Being Christian in Late Antiquity and Early Middle Ages
    What does it mean to identify oneself as pagan or Christian in Late Antiquity and the Early Middle Ages? How are religious identities constructed, negotiated, and represented in oral and written discourse? How is identity performed in rituals, how is it visible in material remains?Antiquity and the Middle Ages are usually regarded as two separate fields of scholarship. However,...
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    58,81 €

  • Nature to the Ideal
    Sean B. Alex
    The Greek language harbors a unique abstract noun, ’kairos,’ employed to describe various facets of timing in human actions and natural occurrences. Spanning the period from approximately 3000-146 BCE, this dissertation unravels the transformative journey of kairos, evolving from a concept rooted in the Greeks’ direct interactions with nature to becoming a specialized term in p...
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    23,42 €

  • Synopses and Lists
    Textual practices in pre-modern societies cover a great range of representations, from the literary to the pictorial. Among the most intriguing are synopses and lists. While lists provide a complete enumeration of ideas, people, events, or terms, synopses juxtapose one against the other. To understand how they were planned, produced, and consumed, is to gain insight into the pr...
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    54,50 €

  • Synopses and Lists
    Textual practices in pre-modern societies cover a great range of representations, from the literary to the pictorial. Among the most intriguing are synopses and lists. While lists provide a complete enumeration of ideas, people, events, or terms, synopses juxtapose one against the other. To understand how they were planned, produced, and consumed, is to gain insight into the pr...
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    71,58 €

  • Roman Mythology
    Jason Dodd
    ROMAN MYTHOLOGYA Collection of the Best Roman MythsEmbark on a captivating journey with 'Roman Mythology: A Collection of the Best Roman Myths,' a book that brings the ancient world of Roman deities, heroes, and legends right to your fingertips. Discover the powerful pantheon of gods like Jupiter and Venus, and delve into the lives of legendary figures such as Romulus and Remus...
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    12,18 €

  • Plato’s Pigs and Other Ruminations
    M. D. Usher
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    51,27 €

  • Ancient Female Sharmans
    Sara L. Weston
    In the captivating exploration that follows, 'Ancient Female Shamans,' we embark on a journey through the corridors of time to unveil the enigmatic realm of female shamans. Traditionally, the image of a shaman has been synonymous with masculinity, but the pages of history, when carefully examined, unfold a different narrative-one where the profound influence and mystical wisdom...
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    14,49 €

  • Greek Mythology
    Jason Dodd
    GREEK MYTHOLOGYEmbark on a Timeless Odyssey with 'Greek Mythology: A Collection of the Best Greek Myths'Step into the world of gods and heroes, where each turn of the page brings you face-to-face with the most iconic tales of Greek mythology. From the mighty Olympians to the cunning heroes of old, this book is your guide through an epic saga that has shaped storytelling for mil...
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    12,18 €

  • Greek Mythology
    Jason Dodd
    GREEK MYTHOLOGYEmbark on a Timeless Odyssey with 'Greek Mythology: A Collection of the Best Greek Myths'Step into the world of gods and heroes, where each turn of the page brings you face-to-face with the most iconic tales of Greek mythology. From the mighty Olympians to the cunning heroes of old, this book is your guide through an epic saga that has shaped storytelling for mil...
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    19,28 €

  • Juno’s Aeneid
    Joseph Farrell
    A major new interpretation of Vergil’s epic poem as a struggle between two incompatible versions of the Homeric heroThis compelling book offers an entirely new way of understanding the Aeneid. Many scholars regard Vergil’s poem as an attempt to combine Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey into a single epic. Joseph Farrell challenges this view, revealing how the Aeneid stages an epic cont...
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    46,90 €


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