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In 490 BC Darius I, Great King of Persia and the most powerful man in the world, led a massive invasion army to punish the interference of some minor states on the western borders of his huge empire. The main enemy was Athens. The resultant Battle of Marathon was a disaster for Darius and one of the most famous victories for the underdog in all military history. The Persians were forced to withdraw and plot an even bigger expedition to conquer Athens...
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Struggling to speak Greek like a native?This Greek phrasebook is an invaluable guide for learning and speaking Greek while traveling. Designed for both beginners and advanced learners, learn how to speak in real life conversations with this organized guide.Our book provides useful phonetic transcriptions of Greek words and phrases to use in the most common situations including greetings, ordering food, booking hotels, emergency situations, small talk…...
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Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Greek mythology as we unravel the essence of these mythical creatures. Humanoid Monsters, Serpentine Creatures, Partially Human, Monstrous Animals, Ghosts and Daemons, and Other Creatures are the several categories used to describe the creatures that enrich Greek mythology and traditions from the other side of beauty and perfection. From the enchanting seductive charm of the Medusa to the formidable strength...
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"Parchment The Architecture of the Written Word" is a guide to the history and creation of parchment, as well as the conservation and restoration techniques used to preserve these valuable and fragile documents. The book explores the rich cultural and historical significance of parchment and its continuing importance as a medium for recording art and history.
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"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 Empire are complemented by F.P.G. Guizot's European civilization history. The...
6) I Am Ares!
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Think you know all there is to know about the god of war? Listen well, mortal, as I tell you my tale. Marvel at my fearlessness as I move through the battlefield, felling enemies in my wake. You've never known a Greek god like me, for…I AM ARES!
8) I Am Hera!
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Think you know all there is to know about the queen of the gods? Listen well, mortal, as I tell you my tale. Marvel at my mightiness as I rule from my throne on Mount Olympus. You've never known a Greek goddess like me, for…I AM HERA!
9) I Am Zeus!
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Think you know all there is to know about the king of the gods? Listen well, mortal, as I tell you my tale. Marvel at my greatness as I rule from my throne on Mount Olympus. You've never known a Greek god like me, for…I AM ZEUS!
10) I Am Hades!
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Think you know all there is to know about the god of the underworld? Listen well, mortal, as I tell you my tale. Marvel at the sorrow and death I weave into the world from my dark and terrifying kingdom. You've never known a Greek god like me, for…I AM HADES!
11) I Am Athena!
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Think you know all there is to know about the goddess of wisdom? Listen well, mortal, as I tell you my tale. Marvel at my courage as I guide the heroes of Athens into battle. You've never known a Greek goddess like me, for…I AM ATHENA!
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In ancient Greece, warfare was a fact of life, with every city brandishing its own fighting force. And the backbone of these classical Greek armies was the phalanx of heavily armored spearmen, or hoplites. These were the soldiers that defied the might of Persia at Marathon, Thermopylae and Plataea and-more often than not-fought each other in countless battles between the Greek city-states. For centuries they were the dominant soldiers of the classical...
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Filipo de Macedonia, conquistador de Grecia, forjador de la falange, estadista genial, y, sin embargo, eclipsado por dos colosos contemporáneos: Demóstenes, su gran antagonista, y su propio hijo, Alejandro Magno, acaso la figura más célebre de la Antigüedad. Si el orador dibujó en sus ácidas Filípicas el retrato de un tirano que acabó con la democracia ateniense, el vástago de Filipo empequeñeció los logros de su progenitor, llevando su...
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Hebrew Maccabees is one of the stranger Hebrew books to have survived to the present and is either a relic the oldest surviving book about Judas the Hammer, or a remarkably heretical medieval forgery. There is no academic consensus on what it is, and few scholars have bothered to comment on it. The book deals with the life of Judas 'the Maccabee,' which is of little interest to Christians. His life is of interest to Jews, however, almost all books...
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"A riveting story of tomb robbers and antiquities smugglers, high-stakes auctioneers and the princely chiefs of the world's most prestigious museums….A terrific read, from start to finish."
-James L. Swanson, New York Times bestselling author of Manhunt
An Oxford-trained archaeologist and award-winning journalist based in Rome, Vernon Silver brings us The Lost Chalice, the electrifying true story of the race to secure a priceless, 2,500-year-old...
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The Chick Magnet Cookbook was originally conceived for men who felt unprepared or awkward in the kitchen. However, as the cookbook progressed there was an overwhelming response by women who were also interested in the ease of the recipes. It is an invitation to join in the celebration of both food and friendship during this time when the sacred dinner hour has been compromised by technology and the demands of work, family and daily life. This is village...
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Have you ever thought about a sailing holiday but decided it was in the "too-hard basket" due to your lack of sailing skills?Think again. If I could do it in my late 50s as a novice sailor, you can do it too. For seven years, my partner Garth and I owned and operated a boutique lodge. After selling the business, Garth, an avid sailor, suggested we charter a boat and sail around Greece and Croatia. Being the optimist that I am, I thought, why...
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"Passions and Tempers may excite passions and tempers in some of its readers, as a good work of intellectual history should. You will learn a lot from its pages."
-Washington Post
The humours-blood, phlegm, black bile, and choler-were substances thought to circulate within the body and determine a person's health, mood, and character. The theory of humours remained an inexact but powerful tool for centuries, surviving scientific changes and offering...
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"The Story of Philosophy: Plato" by Will Durant is a captivating exploration of the life and philosophical ideas of the ancient Greek thinker, Plato. In this illustrated edition, Durant brings Plato's philosophy to life with vivid imagery that enhances the reader's understanding and engagement.
Durant provides readers with a comprehensive overview of Plato's life, from his upbringing in ancient Athens to his establishment of the Academy, one of the...
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