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by Brian A. Pavlac (Author)This book gives a brief, readable description of our common Western heritage. It covers the minimum historical information that educated adults should know within a tightly-focused narrative and interpretive structure. The joined terms "supremacies and diversities" develop major themes of conflict and creativity. "Supremacies" centers on the use of power to dominate societies, ranging from warfare to ideologies. Supremacy seeks stability, order, and incorporation. "...

Khrushchev: The Man and His Era - Paperback

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by William Taubman (Author)The definitive biography of the mercurial Soviet leader who succeeded and denounced Stalin. Nikita Khrushchev was one of the most complex and important political figures of the twentieth century. Ruler of the Soviet Union during the first decade after Stalin's death, Khrushchev left a contradictory stamp on his country and on the world. His life and career mirror the Soviet experience: revolution, civil war, famine, collectivization, industrialization, terror, world...

On Our Best Behavior: The Price Women Pay to Be Good

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Report copyright infringementby Elise Loehnen (Author)NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - A groundbreaking exploration of the ancient rules women unwittingly follow in order to be considered "good," revealing how the Seven Deadly Sins still control and distort our lives and illuminating a path toward a more balanced, spiritually complete way to live Why do women equate self-denial with being good? We congratulate ourselves when we resist the donut in the office breakroom. We celebrate our restraint ...

The Western Esoteric Traditions: A Historical Introduction

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Report copyright infringementby Nicholas Goodrick-Clarke (Author)Western esotericism has now emerged as an academic study in its own right, combining spirituality with an empirical observation of the natural world while also relating the humanity to the universe through a harmonious celestial order. This introduction to the Western esoteric traditions offers a concise overview of their historical development. Nicholas Goodrick-Clarke explores these traditions, from their roots in Hermeticism...

The First Witches: Women of Power in the Classical World

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Report copyright infringementby Alexis Hannah Prescott (Author)Traces the literary evolution of female figures like Hecate and Circe into archetypal witches, shaping enduring Western perceptions of witchcraft.The First Witches: Women of Power in the Classical World takes you on a journey into the world of Classical literature, from the adventurous Homeric epic of the Odyssey to the grim warfare of Lucan's De Bello Civili. In doing so, you will be introduced to a handful of powerful women who ...

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Report copyright infringementby George Of Dallas Brown (Created by)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work ...

A Study In Consciousness: A Contribution To The Science Of Psychology

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Report copyright infringementby Annie Wood Besant (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is import...

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Report copyright infringementby Jean Vaysse (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important en...

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Report copyright infringementby King James the First (Author)A fascinating and disturbing treatise on the nature of demons and their influence on human life, written by the Scottish monarch King James I. Contains a detailed taxonomy of demons, as well as case studies and descriptions of possessions and exorcisms. A must-read for fans of horror and the occult.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.T...

The Pilgrim Chronicles: An Eyewitness History of the Pilgrims and the Founding of Plymouth Colony - Paperback

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by Rod Gragg (Author)Start conversations this Thanksgiving with The Pilgrim Chronicles, now in paperback! All Americans are familiar with the story of the Pilgrims--persecuted for their religion in the Old World, they crossed the ocean to settle a wild and dangerous land. But for most of us, the story ends after their brutal first winter at Plymouth with a supposedly peaceful encounter with Squanto and the Native Americans. Everything concludes with a happy first thanksgiving. But the story d...

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by Taschen (Editor)As cryptic as they are compelling, the masterpieces of Hieronymus Bosch (c. 1450-1516) remain some of the most enduring enigmas of the art world. Their intricate, allegorical, and often startling content has captivated not only art historians, but also fashion designers, rock stars, writers, and punk rockers, as well as countless modern and contemporary artist successors. Although rooted in the Old Netherlandish tradition, Bosch developed a highly subjective, richly suggest...

Caravaggio. the Complete Works - Hardcover

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by Sebastian Schütze (Author)Caravaggio, or more accurately Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio (1571-1610), was always a name to be reckoned with. Notorious bad boy of Italian painting, the artist was at once celebrated and controversial: Violent in temper, precise in technique, a creative master, and a man on the run. This work offers a comprehensive reassessment of Caravaggio's entire oeuvre with a catalogue raisonné of his works. Each painting is reproduced in large format, with recent, hig...

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by Adrian Goldsworthy (Author)From an award-winning historian of ancient Rome, a concise and comprehensive history of the fighting forces that created the Roman EmpireRoman warfare was relentless in its pursuit of victory. A ruthless approach to combat played a major part in Rome's history, creating an empire that eventually included much of Europe, the Near East and North Africa. What distinguished the Roman army from its opponents was the uncompromising and total destruction of its enemies....

Eternity and the Omega Shield: Navigator Armor

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Report copyright infringementby D. M. Yourtee (Author)This volume contains two Future Navigator adventures, their "Journey to the Edge of Forever" and their creation of the "Omega Shield. These stories carry forward the ideas to preserve the future that began in the book "The Future Navigator" Number of Pages: 306 Dimensions: 0.83 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: August 23, 2024

Mesehowe: Illustrations Of The Runic Literature Of Scandinavia. Translations In Danish And English Of The Inscriptions In Meseho

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Report copyright infringementby John Mitchell Mitchell (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is i...

Report on the Historical Record of U.S. Government Involvement with Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP)

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Report copyright infringementby All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (Author), Fred Zimmerman (Editor)In a world fixated on the enigmatic and perennial allure of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs), this actual data provides a glimpse through the veils of skepticism shrouding the discourse on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP). As the world grapples with rapidly evolving surveillance technologies and a resurgence of interest in aerial anomalies, this annotated volume beckons readers with a ro...

Psalm Cxix, The Hebrew Alphabet, A Rosary, An Inventory, The Kaballah: All Represent The Man-made Bending, Twisting, Turning Of The Upright Straight L

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Report copyright infringementby Mrs Grace Elizabeth (Sanders) Macy] (Created by)In this fascinating work, Mrs. Grace Elizabeth (Sanders) Macy Keefer explores the hidden meanings behind some of the world's most iconic spiritual texts. Through a detailed examination of Psalm CXIX, the Hebrew alphabet, and other Kaballah texts, Keefer reveals the rich symbolic tapestry that underpins these ancient works. Perfect for anyone interested in the intersection of religion, philosophy, and mysticism.Thi...

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Report copyright infringementby Horatius Bonar (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important...

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Report copyright infringementby John Pye Smith (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important...

Pine Needles From the Valley of the Pines (1960) [Miscellaneous Works]

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Report copyright infringementby Joseph Sadony (Author)Embark on a journey of self-reflection and discovery with Joseph Sadony's "Pine Needles from the Valley of the Pines". This collection of miscellaneous works offers readers a unique perspective on life, love, and the mysteries of the universe. With beautiful prose and thought-provoking insights, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the world around them.This work has been selected by scholars as bein...

The Temple of the Rosy Cross: The Soul, Its Powers, Migrations, and Transmigrations

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Report copyright infringementby F. B. (Freeman Benjamin) Dowd (Created by), Harry Houdini Collection (Library of (Created by)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of...

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Report copyright infringementby Arthur Conan Doyle (Author)"Can the camera show us those who have passed on? Yes!" Arthur Conan Doyle said upon publishing The Case For Spirit Photography in 1923. The book offers a thorough account of his own experiences with spirit photography and those of others. The first spirit photographer, William Mumler, began working in Boston in 1861. Faint figures believed to be lost loved ones appeared in photos behind those sitting in front of the camera. Over the ...

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Report copyright infringementby Alice 1880-1949 Ed Bailey (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work i...

The Essential New York Times Cookbook: The Recipes of Record - Hardcover

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by Amanda Hesser (Author)Ten years after the phenomenal success of her once-in-a-generation cookbook, former New York Times food editor Amanda Hesser returns with an updated edition for a new wave of home cooks. She has added 120 new but instantly iconic dishes to her mother lode of more than a thousand recipes, including Samin Nosrat's Sabzi Polo (Herbed Rice with Tahdig), Todd Richards's Fried Catfish with Hot Sauce, and J. Kenji López-Alt's Cheesy Hasselback Potato Gratin. Devoted Times su...

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by Christopher Hibbert (Author)It was a dynasty with more wealth, passion, and power than the houses of Windsor, Kennedy, and Rockefeller combined. It shaped all of Europe and controlled politics, scientists, artists, and even popes, for three hundred years. It was the house of Medici, patrons of Botticelli, Michelangelo and Galileo, benefactors who turned Florence into a global power center, and then lost it all.The House of Medici picks up where Barbara Tuchman's Hibbert delves into the liv...

American Murder Houses: A Coast-To-Coast Tour of the Most Notorious Houses of Homicide - Paperback

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by Steve Lehto (Author)There are places in the United States of America where violent acts of bloodshed have occurred. Years may pass--even centuries--but the mark of death remains. They are known as Murder Houses. From a colonial manse in New England to a small-town home in Iowa to a Beverly Hills mansion, these residences have taken on a life of their own, gaining everything from local lore and gossip to national--and even global--infamy. Writer Steve Lehto recounts the stories behind th...

Roots: The Saga of an American Family - Paperback

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by Alex Haley (Author)Based off of the bestselling author's family history, this novel tells the story of Kunta Kinte, who is sold into slavery in the United States where he and his descendants live through major historic events. When Roots was first published forty years ago, the book electrified the nation: it received a Pulitzer Prize and was a #1 New York Times bestseller for 22 weeks. The celebrated miniseries that followed a year later was a coast-to-coast event-over 130 million Americ...

The Hard Way Around: The Passages of Joshua Slocum - Paperback

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by Geoffrey Wolff (Author)In 1895 Joshua Slocum set sail from Gloucester, Massachusetts, in the Spray, a thirty-seven-foot sloop. More than three years later, he became the first man to circumnavigate the globe solo, and his account of that voyage, Sailing Alone Around the World, made him internationally famous. But scandal soon followed, and a decade later, with his finances failing, he set off alone once more--never to be seen again. In this definitive portrait of an icon of adventure, Geof...

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Report copyright infringementby Paul Brunton (Created by)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important...

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Report copyright infringementby Charles A. Stansfield (Author)Vampires, spirits, and ghostly creatures of the Green Mountain State.Author BiographyCharles A. Stansfield Jr. lives in Pitman, New Jersey, and was professor of geography at Rowan University for 41 years. He is the author of 11 books on the paranormal. Number of Pages: 128 Dimensions: 0.39 x 8.28 x 5.54 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: June 11, 2007

Haunted Baseball: Ghosts, Curses, Legends, And Eerie Events

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Report copyright infringementby Mickey Bradley (Author), Dan Gordon (Author)A collection of "otherworldly" stories collected from baseball players, stadium personnel, umpires, front-office folks, and fans, whichexplores the sometimes amusing and sometimes spooky connection between baseball and the paranormal. Back JacketBaseball and ghost stories are as American as apple pie. Haunted Baseball combines both in this fun and freaky collection of otherworldly yarns. Assembled from baseball player...

Norse Mythology, Vikings, Magic & Runes: Stories, Legends & Timeless Tales From Norse & Viking Folklore + A Guide To The Rituals, Spells & Meanings of - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby History Brought Alive (Author) Number of Pages: 428 Dimensions: 0.87 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: November 23, 2021