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81) History of Quebec: A Captivating Guide to the Largest Province in Canada and Its Impact on French Hi
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Quebec's political struggle for autonomy, independence, and the protection of its language, culture, and heritage is shrouded in ambiguity. Let us shed some light on the subject for you.
Why have the province's linguistic and cultural tensions dragged on for nearly four hundred years? In what ways does it differ from the rest of Canada? Did indigenous peoples play a key role in shaping the province's identity and culture? For what reasons did Quebec's...
82) Caballeros medievales: Una guía fascinante sobre los caballeros del Santo Sepulcro, los caballeros
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¿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»...
83) Attila the Hun: A Captivating Guide to the Ruler of the Huns and His Invasions of the Roman Empire
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If you want to discover the captivating history of Attila the Hun, then look no further....
In the popular imagination, Attila the Hun is among the most barbaric leaders ever. His warriors have the reputation of being ruthless, cruel, and bloodthirsty, as the Huns are believed to have been savages lacking any semblance of civilized culture.
The Huns raped and pillaged with abandon whenever the opportunity arose, and their raids into lands poorly...
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¿Sabía que Rusia, como estado unido, no se formó hasta el siglo XVI?
Hoy en día, Rusia es el país más grande y uno de los más poblados del mundo. Desde las primeras y primitivas formaciones estatales del siglo IX hasta la creación del primer verdadero zarato de Rusia en 1547, la historia de la Rusia medieval está llena de constantes luchas por el poder, rivalidades personales entre varios príncipes, guerras sangrientas y búsqueda de identidad.
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85) West Virginia Coal Wars: A Captivating Guide to the Mine Wars and the Battle of Blair Mountain, t
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Did you know the coal fields of West Virginia were the scene of violence and strife between coal miners and coal company management in the early 20th century?
The West Virginia Coal Wars are often overlooked in US history. It is time that changed.
Several lessons can be learned from what happened during the West Virginia Coal Wars. These confrontations led to developments in labor relations that define collective bargaining to this day. There were...
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If you want to discover the captivating history of Poland, then keep listening…
Poland, a modern state in the very center of Europe, used to be a battlefield of many nations. Throughout its history, Poland had to fight for its independence-for its very existence. This Captivating Guide to Polish History will get you acquainted with the country that is probably most overlooked in historical studies. Sure, everyone knows the Second World War started...
87) Medieval Europe: A Captivating Guide to European History During the Middle Ages, Starting With th
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Did you know that the English longbow was the "machine gun" of the medieval era, with its effectiveness being far greater than the crossbow?
The English longbow, typically made of yew wood, was one of the most powerful weapons in the Middle Ages that could change the course of battles. Measuring up to six feet in length, this weapon was highly regarded for its power and accuracy-trained archers could accurately shoot their target from over 200 yards.
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88) Columbian Exchange: A Captivating Guide to the Transatlantic Transfer of People, Plants, Animals
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How two worlds became one.
In this audiobook, you will understand how Christopher Columbus proposed something new: reaching the riches of the East Indies by sailing west from Europe. The rulers of Spain agreed to support his risky venture, and he sailed off in 1492. He unexpectedly ran into two continents nobody in Europe knew about. He didn't discover the continents; that had been done centuries before.
Discover how the Old World of Eurasia and Africa...
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Did you know that the first early battery and diving apparatus were invented in ancient Mesopotamia?
The land between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers is called the "cradle of civilization," and for good reason! Although Mesopotamia's first civilization, Sumer, developed parallel with those of Egypt and nearby Elam, it was a place of many firsts for humanity. Some of them are well known, such as the wheel and the writing script. But it was the ancient...
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Explora la Fascinante Historia y Mitología de los Aztecas Nada queda de la antigua civilización Mesoamericana que se autodenominaba los Mexicas, mejor conocidos por nosotros como los aztecas. Nada excepto su notable historia. En este libro, discutimos sus orígenes enigmáticos y cómo los Aztecas se elevaron de las tribus nómadas al poder dominante en Mesoamérica a una velocidad asombrosa. Vagará por las calles de su gran ciudad capital, Tenochtitlán,...
91) Roma imperial: Una guía fascinante de acontecimientos y hechos que debe conocer sobre el Imperio
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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 también...
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If you want to discover the captivating history of the Napoleonic Wars, then keep reading...
The Napoleonic Wars, which took place between 1803 and 1815, were spearheaded by probably France's best tactician and military strategist to date, General Napoleon Bonaparte. His tactics and strategies were so grounded that it has served as the basis for many major warfare campaigns and maneuvers, both during his lifetime as well as after his demise. Even...
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Explore the captivating life of George Patton. General George S. Patton remains a household name to this day even though he died decades ago. Not only was he a brilliant military commander, he was also a forceful personality and a flamboyant human being whose strong character led him through many difficulties. This biography aims to tell Patton's story in a captivating manner that will bring him to life for the education and enjoyment of young and...
94) History of Georgia: A Captivating Guide to the People and Events That Shaped the History of the Peac
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Georgia's history is more than just peaches-it's a story of prisoners, preachers, and presidents who rose above the status quo to help transform a nation.
Georgia has been home to many influential figures in US history, including President Jimmy Carter and Martin Luther King Jr. But how much do you really know about the state?
Did you know, for instance, that Georgia was the last of the Thirteen Colonies to be created? Or that it was the last state...
95) Antiguas Civilizaciones: Una Fascinante Guía sobre la Historia de los Mayas, Aztecas y el Imperio
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Explore la cautivadora historia y mitología de tres civilizaciones antiguas
Tres manuscritos en un libro
• Civilización Maya: Una guía fascinante de la historia y la mitología maya
• Azteca: Una Guía Fascinante De La Historia Azteca y la Triple Alianza de Tenochtitlán, Tetzcoco y Tlacopan
• Incas: Una Fascinante Guía sobre la Historia del Imperio y la Civilización Inca
Algunos de los temas y preguntas cubiertos en la primera parte...
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Explore la fascinante historia de una guerra que pocas veces se menciona en los libros de texto estadounidenses.
La guerra del Paraguay de 1864-1870 fue la guerra más sangrienta entre naciones de la historia de Sudamérica. Descubra cómo el pequeño Paraguay tenía un tirano con un ego gigantesco y el mayor ejército del continente, y cómo y por qué invadió Brasil y Argentina. Entérese sobre la mayor batalla naval de la historia de Sudamérica...
97) Scramble for Africa: A Captivating Guide to European Expansion, Colonial Conflicts, the Berlin Confe
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Step into the riveting saga of the Scramble for Africa and learn about the dramatic reshaping of the African continent.
This audiobook offers a lens into the pivotal moments that saw Africa carved and claimed by European powers. Explore the technological revolution that was occurring in the backdrop, as well as the indomitable spirit of the Africans who resisted colonial rule.
The Berlin Conference: Discover how a meeting in Berlin under Otto von...
98) Historia de Argentina: Una guía fascinante de la historia argentina, desde el período precolombin
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¿Sabía que en 2018, Argentina tiene un nivel de alfabetización del 99%? ¿Tiene curiosidad por saber cómo lo ha conseguido?
Argentina tiene una historia larga y compleja. Durante cientos de años, Argentina estuvo habitada por grupos de cazadores-recolectores. En su mayor parte, estos grupos de personas se llevaban bien entre sí. Con el tiempo, el Imperio inca ascendió y se apoderó de las comunidades argentinas una por una. Los españoles...
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Discover the captivating history of the first American wars in Africa!
In this audiobook, you'll learn about the Barbary Wars of 1801 to 1805 and 1815, the first American wars outside of North America. The enemies were the Muslim Barbary pirates of the North African coast.
Discover how American sailors were captured and turned into slaves in Morocco, Algiers, Tunis, and Tripoli. Why did this happen? And why didn't the US Navy do more to stop it? Discover...
100) Conquest of the Americas: A Captivating Guide to the Discovery of the New World, European Coloniz
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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.
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