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Lonely Planet Global Ltd
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2023.
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159 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 32 cm.
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"The world is full of ancient wonders-and so is this book! The Amazing Ancient World Atlas will introduce you to the planet's greatest cultures and civilizations, including Babylon, Egypt, China, Rome, and more. Detailed maps show you where these cultures evolved, while dazzling images, mind-blowing facts, and stories of historical figures bring the ancient world to life. So settle in and begin your journey through history." --
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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 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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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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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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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 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...
9) Tarraco
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Conn Hallinan's three-volume Middle Empire series comes to its riveting conclusion in Tarraco. In these years, the Roman empire was besieged by powerful allied tribes while corruption, inflation and political plots destabilized it from within. Against this backdrop, Marcus and his loyal comrades Flavius and Demartus are ordered to free the city of Tarraco, in Catalonia, from Frankish occupation. As Roman fighters barricade themselves inside a tower...
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Marco Aurelio Antonino (en latín: Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, conocido como Marco Aurelio, fue un emperador del Imperio romano desde el año 161 hasta el año de su muerte, en 180. Fue el último de los llamados Cinco Buenos Emperadores. La gran obra de Marco Aurelio, Meditaciones, escrita en griego helenístico durante las campañas de la década de 170, todavía está considerada como un monumento al gobierno perfecto. Se la suele describir como...
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These chapters aim to showcase the diverse ways in which women in the ancient world shaped history, from early trailblazers and maternal influencers to agents of change in social movements and intellectual powerhouses. The final chapter reflects on the lasting impact and cultural legacy of these remarkable women.
12) Mauretania
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Mauretania, the second book in Conn Hallinan's powerful Middle Empire series, finds comrades Marcus, Flavius and Demartus leading a daring expedition into northern Africa to rescue a group of their countrymen, among them Marcus's love Aelia, who have been kidnapped and enslaved by Mauri slave traders. They are betrayed by the local authorities and must fight their way through to achieve their mission, in the process becoming mired in the political...
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Después de años de luchar en el campo de batalla, Sertorio regresa a la ciudad y a la familia por la que luchó, para encontrarlos muy diferentes a como los recordaba. Roma, 100 a.C. La amenaza del norte ha sido aniquilada. Roma no tiene más enemigos que conquistar, sus fronteras están seguras. Pero la República nunca ha estado más cerca de colapsar. Sertorio ha regresado a Roma después de más de cinco años de lucha en el norte, y Mario tiene...
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Set in ancient Gaul 200 years before the Roman conquest "Swords of Artaius" is a thrilling, fast moving adventure with mythological overtones and a strong element of romance. The fates of two desperate souls collide amidst an invasion of barbarous Germanic tribes led by the dreadful chieftain, Morga Raven Wings. Artaius and Lughin run for their lives, watching the invading horde sweep through Celtica, scourging the land, and ravaging the impregnable...
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Las Cartas de Plinio el Joven, también llamadas las Epístolas de Plinio el Joven, han sido objeto de estudio durante siglos, ya que las mismas ofrecen una mirada única e intima a la vida cotidiana de los romanos del siglo I d. C. A través de sus cartas el escritor y abogado romano Plinio el Joven (cuyo nombre completo era Cayo Plinio Cecilio Segundo) debate sobre cuestiones filosóficas y morales; pero a su vez también discute sobre asuntos cotidianos...
17) Hispania
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In the discordant and dangerous Rome of 249 AD Centurion Marcus Favonius, youngest son of a politically ambitious family, has attracted the enmity of the powerful Praetorian Guard. He flees to Spain accompanied by two comrades: Flavius Priscus, his loyal and street-wise second-in-command, and Demaratus, a Greek former sailor with a keen sense of history and an outsider's perspective. As the three evade assassination and establish themselves in Spain's...
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GREEK MYTHOLOGY
Embark 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 millennia.
Delve into the stories of Zeus' thunderous...
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Which is right? Resurrection or Reincarnation? Religion and spirituality entirely depend on which one is real. If reincarnation is true, all religions based on resurrection are false, and vice versa. Resurrection and reincarnation have drastically different ontologies and epistemologies. The ultimate answer to existence is dependent on whether souls reincarnate or experience resurrection. Don't you want the knowledge that will dictate the fate of...
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The first Christians were weird. Just how weird is often lost on today's believers.
Within Roman society, the earliest Christians stood out for the oddness of their beliefs and practices. They believed unusual things, worshiped God in strange ways, and lived a unique lifestyle. They practiced a whole new way of thinking about and doing religion that would have been seen as bizarre and dangerous when compared to Roman religion and most other religions...
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