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"The Declaration of Independence identified "the pursuit of happiness" as one of our unalienable rights, along with life and liberty. Jeffrey Rosen, the president of the National Constitution Center, profiles six of the most influential founders--Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton--to show what pursuing happiness meant in their lives. By reading the classical Greek and Roman moral...
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The creator of the award-winning podcast series The History of Rome and Revolutions brings to life the bloody battles, political machinations, and human drama that set the stage for the fall of the Roman Republic.
The Roman Republic was one of the most remarkable achievements in the history of civilization. Beginning as a small city-state in central Italy, Rome gradually expanded into a wider world filled with petty tyrants, barbarian chieftains,...
The Roman Republic was one of the most remarkable achievements in the history of civilization. Beginning as a small city-state in central Italy, Rome gradually expanded into a wider world filled with petty tyrants, barbarian chieftains,...
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A guide to the ancient Olympics features a program of events, transportation options as provided by passenger ferry and ox cart, accommodations, and dining options, all as they would have appeared in 338 BC in the spectacle's early days.
What was it like to attend the Olympics in 388 B.C.? Would the experience resemble Olympic festivals as we celebrate them today? This book transports us back to the heyday of the city-state and classical Greek civilization....
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"A fascinating tour of cities that have been lost to history--from the Neolithic period to the late Roman Empire--that offers a fresh perspective on the roots of urban life. The ruins of ancient Athens, Luxor, and Rome are familiar cornerstones of world history, visited by travelers from across the globe. But what about the cities that have dropped off the map? That have been submerged under water, or swallowed up by the sands of time? Where are they,...
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From six bestselling authors, including New York Times bestseller Kate Quinn, comes a vividly imagined novel following the lives of those in ancient Pompeii on the fateful day Mount Vesuvius erupts.
Pompeii was a lively resort flourishing in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius at the height of the Roman Empire. When Vesuvius erupted in an explosion of flame and ash, the entire town would be destroyed. Some of its citizens died in
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Get the Summary of Nina Burleigh's Mirage in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Mirage" by Nina Burleigh recounts Napoleon Bonaparte's secretive 1798 expedition to Egypt, involving a fleet of 300 ships, 34,000 troops, 16,000 sailors, and 151 scholars and artists. The mission aimed to undermine British trade routes and expand French influence. The scholars, including prominent figures like Gaspard Monge and Claude-Louis...
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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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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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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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The Aztec Empire, Rise and Fall is a captivating exploration of one of the most fascinating cultures in world history. From their mysterious origins in ancient Mesoamerica to their tragic demise at the hands of Spanish conquistadors, this book offers a comprehensive account of the Aztecs' rise to power, their legendary military prowess, and their complex religious beliefs and mythology. Beginning with a tour of the Aztec's stunning archaeological...
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Get the Summary of Matt LaCroix's The Stage of Time in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Stage of Time" by Matt LaCroix delves into the mysteries of ancient civilizations, advanced knowledge, and the suppression of historical truths. LaCroix explores ancient texts, megalithic structures, and symbols to argue that Earth was once home to advanced civilizations with profound understandings of energy, reality, and...
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Get the Summary of Jonathan Harris's The Lost World of Byzantium in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Lost World of Byzantium" by Jonathan Harris explores the rich tapestry of Byzantine history, focusing on the empire's cultural, religious, and political transformations. The book delves into the reign of Emperor Constantine, whose conversion to Christianity marked a significant shift in the Roman Empire's religious...
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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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This book explores the ancient Babylonians, nestled in the cradle of Mesopotamia, who made profound contributions to the field of mathematics, laying the groundwork for subsequent mathematical developments. Their numerical systems, basic arithmetic operations, and innovative use of mathematical symbols stand as pillars of ancient mathematical thought, showcasing a sophisticated understanding that emerged as early as the 19th century BCE.
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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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In the Footsteps of Our Ancestors guides a reader on a journey through Prehistory from the Paleolithic through the Neolithic into the early Bronze Age and the beginnings of our earliest civilizations. We will delve into early Mesopotamia, Egypt, the Indus Valley Civilization, Mesoamerica civilizations, the Polynesian civilizations, and early Chinese and European civilizations. We will discuss how our ancestors transitioned from hunter-gatherers to...
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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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