Author : Nathan Barber
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 602 pages
File Size : 22,14 MB
Release : 2011-10-04
Category : History
ISBN : 1101558563
• Fascinating, fact-filled writing that delivers hundreds of years in the life of the European continent • Terrific supplementary reading for AP History students
Author : Timothy C. Hall M.A.
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 42,7 MB
Release : 2009-02-03
Category : History
ISBN : 1440698740
Shed some light on one of history’s darkest periods. The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to the Middle Ages gives readers the beginning, middle, and end of the era, starting with the fall of the Roman Empire in the year 550 and ending with the Renaissance in 1500—and covers some uncomfortable similarities between the so-called “Dark Ages” and today’s “modern world.” - A fascinating, fact-filled book that delivers more than a thousand years of history in easy-to-understand chapters. - Many AP European History students are urged to read an overview of medieval Europe to aid in their understanding of modern Europe, and a number of high schools have adopted elective courses in medieval history. - Complete with a timeline, a who’s who, and guides to further reading and the Middle Ages in film.
Author : Walter C. Fleming
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 21,2 MB
Release : 2003
Category : History
ISBN : 9780028644691
This book is a comprehensive overview of the history and culture of the peoples who are now known as the First Americans. Author Walter C. Fleming covers the many different tribes that stretched from the Atlantic to the Pacific, including compelling biographies of their greatest leaders. He examines the beliefs, customs, legends and the myriad contributions Native Americans have given to modern society, and details the often tragic history of their conquest by European invaders, their treatment-both historical and recent-under the U.S. government, and the harsh reality of life on today's reservations.
Author : Alan Axelrod
Publisher :
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 21,58 MB
Release : 2006
Category : History
ISBN :
Discusses American history from prehistory through 2006, including brief biographical sketches of historical figures and events from popular culture.
Author : Michael Miller
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 10,34 MB
Release : 2008-07-01
Category : Music
ISBN : 1440636370
A beautifully composed journey through music history! Music history is a required course for all music students. Unfortunately, the typical music history book is dry and academic, focusing on rote memorization of important composers and works. This leads many to think that the topic is boring, but bestselling author Michael Miller proves that isn’t so. This guide makes music history interesting and fun, for both music students and older music lovers. • Covers more than Western “classical” music—also includes non-Western music and uniquely American forms such as jazz • More than just names and dates—puts musical developments in context with key historical events
Author : Timothy C. Hall, M.A.
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 19,1 MB
Release : 2012-01-03
Category : History
ISBN : 1101556188
Puts world events in a context that is relevant for today's students and casual readers Updated to include the significant events from the past several years
Author : Mitchell Geoffrey Bard
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 38,35 MB
Release : 2004
Category : History
ISBN : 9781592572045
WWII began in 1939 as a European conflict between Germany and an Anglo-French coalition but eventually widened to include most of the nations of the world. It ended in 1945, leaving a new world order dominated by the United States and the USSR. This book features updated and expanded coverage of the fateful D-Day invasion, a critical timeline of major WW II events, and a WW II timeline highlighting the crucial and most important events of the war. It will include details about major battles on land, in the air, and on the sea - starting with Hitler's rise to power and his goal of European conquest; to Japan's bombing of Pearl Harbour; to the decisive battles such as D-Day and the Battle of Midway, which turned the tides of the war toward the Allies.
Author : Jeanette Hurt
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 34,47 MB
Release : 2008-04-01
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 1440636184
Any way you cut it, cheese has global appeal. Cheese is one of the most varied and flavorful foods in the world. Its unique appeal lies in its range of textures, aromas, flavors, means of production, and milk sources. With this guide, readers will discover everything they need to know about European and American cheeses, including the growth of artisan cheeses, how to shop for cheese, combining cheese with food and drink, cooking cheese, and making cheese. • Over the past two decades, the quality, availability and popularity of artisan cheeses has grown • Cheese consumption has increased from 11.3 to 31.2 pounds per person over the last 30 years • 1 to 3 of the supermarkets offer full-service cheese counters with up to 300 varieties
Author : Robert Smith Thompson
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 37,31 MB
Release : 2003
Category : History
ISBN : 9780028644752
A comprehensive guide to the Third Reich, this book chronicles the events leading up to the rise of Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party to the downfall of both.
Author : Jeff Cateau
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 48,54 MB
Release : 2002-10-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780028644141
Provides an introduction to the command center for United States miliary operations, and discusses the history of the physical structure, its organization, personnel, and some of its residents including the CIA, NSA, and NIMA.
