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The Temple of Ill Omens

Author : James Baehler

Publisher : eBookIt.com

Page : 240 pages

File Size : 19,68 MB

Release : 2011-06-10

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 145660371X

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Historical fiction at its best! A page-turner that transports the reader into India at the time of the Sepoy Mutiny with fidelity to the historical record and a vivid portrayal of the people involved. The reader follows the Logsdon family as they live through the tumultuous times of the Mutiny with penetrating insights into life In India as seen by native Indians and their British rulers. The writing style is both lyrical and fast-paced leading the reader to constantly wanting to see what happens next. This is one of those rare books whose characters live in the reader's mind long after the book is finished.





Dark Omens

Author : Rosemary Rowe

Publisher : Severn House Publishers Ltd

Page : 240 pages

File Size : 19,88 MB

Release : 2013-12-01

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1780104626

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Libertus accepts a contract to install a pavement for Genialis, a self-important citizen from a nearby town, in the house of the customer's intended but unwilling and young bride, Silvia. However, the winter is exceptionally severe, and although the mosaic is laid in time to earn the promised bonus, Genialis goes missing in the snow before payment can be made. Meanwhile, at an important feast, the sacrifice is spoiled as an aged priest lets go of the sacrificial ram – and when news arrives that the Emperor is dead, it seems that these dark omens are being realised. The subsequent discovery of not one, but two mutilated corpses only adds to this. Who holds the answer to the mysteries? Everyone had motive; Libertus attempts to solve the mystery against a backdrop of superstitious fear of auguries, and public riots following the confirmation of the Emperor's death.





Hawaiian Sculpture

Author : J. Halley Cox

Publisher : University of Hawaii Press

Page : 241 pages

File Size : 24,26 MB

Release : 2021-05-25

Category : Art

ISBN : 082484307X

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The first comprehensive study of Hawaiian sculptural tradition, Hawaiian Sculpture documents most known extant indigenous carvings of the human figure and identifies their location in public and private collections. More than 164 illustrations illuminate the wooden sculpture of artists whose names are unknown but who were brilliant by any standard. The revised (1988) edition adds recently discovered pieces and a new introduction. The first edition discussed 147 pieces; the revised edition presents 17 previously uncatalogued works, making the volume a valuable addition to the field of Oceanic art.



The Specter of the Jews

Author : Ari Finkelstein

Publisher : University of California Press

Page : 272 pages

File Size : 14,17 MB

Release : 2018-10-23

Category : Religion

ISBN : 0520298721

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In the generation after Constantine the Great elevated Christianity to a dominant position in the Roman Empire, his nephew, the Emperor Julian, sought to reinstate the old gods to their former place of prominence—in the face of intense opposition from the newly powerful Christian church. In early 363 c.e., while living in Syrian Antioch, Julian redoubled his efforts to hellenize the Roman Empire by turning to an unlikely source: the Jews. With a war against Persia on the horizon, Julian thought it crucial that all Romans propitiate the true gods and gain their favor through proper practice. To convince his people, he drew on Jews, whom he characterized as Judeans, using their scriptures, institutions, practices, and heroes sometimes as sources for his program and often as models to emulate. In The Specter of the Jews, Ari Finkelstein examines Julian’s writings and views on Jews as Judeans, a venerable group whose religious practices and values would help delegitimize Christianity and, surprisingly, shape a new imperial Hellenic pagan identity.





HSC Ancient History

Author : Peter Roberts

Publisher : Pascal Press

Page : 228 pages

File Size : 46,88 MB

Release : 2006

Category : Higher School Certificate Examination (N.S.W.)

ISBN : 9781741251784

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This comprehensive study guide covers every topic in the first two se ctions o f the HSC Ancient History course and has been specifically crea ted to maximise exam success. This guide has been designed to meet all s tudy needs, providing up-to-date information in an easy-to-use format. T his is the first of the two new Ancient History study guides. Revision q uestions have been updated for the new HSC format. Excel Ancient History Book 1 contains: a chapter on every topic available in the first two sections of the HSC course: Section I - Personalities in their Times, and Section II - Ancient Societies an introduct ory section on how to use the book, with an explanation of exam requirem ents revision questions in each chapter with answers and guidel ines comprehensive bibliography and further reading lists key terms defined in each chapter, plus a glossary of terms cross-referencing between chapters for further information Also available is Excel Ancient History Book 2 which covers c omprehensive coverage of Sections III and IV of the HSC course: Section III - Personalities in the Times and Section IV - Historical Periods.



New Perspectives on Handel's Music

Author : David Vickers

Publisher : Boydell & Brewer

Page : 476 pages

File Size : 17,80 MB

Release : 2022-10-11

Category : Music

ISBN : 1783271469

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An international collaboration between leading scholars showcases a broad spectrum of observations on Handel and his music, covering many aspects of modern interdisciplinary and traditional philological musicology.