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Egyptian Goddesses: Hathor, Sekhmet, Isis, Nut - Paperback

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by Samuel Shepherd (Author)�� **Discover the Divine Mysteries of Ancient Egypt** ��Step into the world of ancient Egyptian mythology with our enchanting new series: **"Egyptian Goddesses: Hathor, Sekhmet, Isis, Nut"**. This collection unveils the profound roles and stories of four powerful goddesses who shaped the spiritual and cultural landscape of one of history's greatest civilizations. Each volume in this series explores a different deity, offering readers a deep dive into their divin...

JAPANESE WEAPONS ILLUSTRATED September 1944 - Paperback

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by British Army (Author)This period "Restricted laced binding" manual was intended to be an aid to the identification of Japanese Army equipment, with sections covering: Tanks, both two-man, Tankette, light and medium; Armoured Cars; Self-Propelled Guns; Anti-Tank Guns; Artillery; Anti-Aircraft Guns; Mortars & Grenade Dischargers; Small Arms; Flamethrowers etc. Number of Pages: 90 Dimensions: 0.19 x 7 x 5 IN Publication Date: September 07, 2024

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Report copyright infringementby Matthew B. Ridgway (Author)In December 1950 General Matthew B. Ridgway replaced General Walton Walker as commander of the Eighth Army, and in April 1951 he succeeded Douglas MacArthur as supreme commander of the United Nations forces in Korea and supreme commander of the United States Far East Command. In this spirited book, General Ridgway describes how he took a dispirited army and rebuilt it in a few short months, leading it into battle against the Chinese a...

Lessons from the Holy Prophet of Islam (S) - Paperback

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by Ali Khamenei (Author)The present work is a collection of excerpts from Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei's statements about the personality, characteristics and be'that of the Holy Prophet of Islam (s.w.a.). The excerpts have been selected from among the speeches delivered from Khordad 1368 to Shahrivar 1391. The following are the main features of the book: 1. The lessons contained in the life and be'that of the Holy Prophet (s.w.a.) - which are needed by all human beings and human communitie...

The Nanticoke Community of Delaware - Paperback

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by Frank Gouldsmith 1881-1950 Speck (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 enough to be...

Military Coloring Book For Kids: 50 Military Design Coloring Book For Kids 4-8, Tanks, Soldiers, Guns, Planes, Ships, ... - Paperback

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by The Nguyen (Author)This Awesome book includes 50 pictures of Army Tank, Men Soldiers, Planes. This wonderful book makes the perfect gift or treats for kids who love coloring. The book is suitable for children from 2-8 years old, helps children increase their hand-eye coordination ability, and helps them quietly in a few hours. The large size design makes it easy for children to color Every image is printed on a single-sided page Ideal for longer trips Book Measures 8.5 x 11 inches Number ...

The Naked Auburn Speedster: An Auburn Family Legacy - Hardcover

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by Steven Butler (Author)The early 20th century introduction of the legendary Auburn automobiles is intertwined with the history of the Butler family of Auburn, Indiana, who were involved with the car's creation. As one of the earliest employees of the fledging Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum, the author Dr. Butler relates secrets of the museum's restoration and how it functioned in the early years after its inception. His journey through history culminates with his personal search for, purchas...

Culinary Tour Through Alabama History - Hardcover

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by Monica Tapper (Author)One of the surest ways to connect with the past is to sample what was on its plate. That's the goal with this gustatory journey through Alabama history. Sweetmeats with the governor's lonely, oft-depressed wife in 1832 Greensboro. Shrimp and crabmeat casserole at a long-departed preacher's house at the Gaines Ridge Dinner Club in Camden. Pimento cheese and tea with notes of cinnamon and citrus at the Bragg-Mitchell Mansion in Mobile. Poundcake from Georgia Gilmore's k...

On the Incarnation (Deluxe Library Edition) - Hardcover

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by Saint Athanasius (Author)On the Incarnation is the first classic work of developed Orthodox theology, wherein Saint Athanasius presents teachings on the redemption. Also, Athanasius puts forward the belief, referencing John 1:1-4, that the Son of God, the eternal Word through whom God created the world, entered that world in human form to lead men back into the harmony from which they had earlier fallen away.His writings were well regarded by all following Church fathers in the West and th...

The Sacred Hoop: Recovering the Feminine in American Indian Traditions

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Report copyright infringementby Paula Gunn Allen (Author)This pioneering work, first published in 1986, documents the continuing vitality of American Indian traditions and the crucial role of women in those traditions.Author BiographyPaula Gunn Allen (1939-2008) was a professor of English at the University of California, Los Angeles, and a Native American of Laguna Pueblo and Sioux heritage. She authored many books, including The Sacred Hoop: Recovering the Feminine in American Indian Traditi...

The Mayflower: A Captivating Guide to a Cultural Icon in the History of the United States of America and the Pilgrims' Journey from E - Hardcover

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by Captivating History (Author)Did you know that not every passenger aboard the Mayflower was a Pilgrim?In fact, of the 102 passengers on the Mayflower, only about 40 were fleeing England for religious reasons. And if you want to learn more fascinating facts about this cultural icon, keep reading...The Reformation brought sweeping changes across Europe. In England, that led to the formation of a small congregation of radicals known as the Separatists. These were ordinary farmers and craftsmen...

American Spartan: The Promise, the Mission, and the Betrayal of Special Forces Major Jim Gant

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Report copyright infringementby Ann Scott Tyson (Author)Lawrence of Arabia meets Sebastian Junger's War in this unique, incendiary, and dramatic true story of heroism and heartbreak in Afghanistan written by a Pulitzer Prize-nominated war correspondent.Army Special Forces Major Jim Gant changed the face of America's war effort in Afghanistan. A decorated Green Beret who spent years in Afghanistan and Iraq training indigenous fighters, Gant argued for embedding autonomous units with tribes acr...

Brown in the Windy City: Mexicans and Puerto Ricans in Postwar Chicago

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Report copyright infringementby Lilia Fernández (Author)Brown in the Windy City is the first history to examine the migration and settlement of Mexicans and Puerto Ricans in postwar Chicago. Lilia Fernández reveals how the two populations arrived in Chicago in the midst of tremendous social and economic change and, in spite of declining industrial employment and massive urban renewal projects, managed to carve out a geographic and racial place in one of America's great cities. Through their e...

Theodore Roosevelt Abroad: Nature, Empire, and the Journey of an American President

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Report copyright infringementby J. Lee Thompson (Author)In a life full of momentous episodes, Theodore Roosevelt's fifteen-month post-presidential odyssey to Africa and Europe has never been given its due place. A tale of daring adventure, international celebrity, a friendship lost, and a political legacy transformed, Theodore Roosevelt Abroad is the first full account of this important time in history.Author BiographyJ. LEE THOMPSON is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and Professor o...

Nakba: Palestine, 1948, and the Claims of Memory

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Report copyright infringementby Ahmad Sa'di (Editor), Lila Abu-Lughod (Editor)For outside observers, current events in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank are seldom related to the collective memory of ordinary Palestinians. But for Palestinians themselves, the iniquities of the present are experienced as a continuous replay of the injustice of the past. By focusing on memories of the Nakba or "catastrophe" of 1948, in which hundreds of thousands of Palestinians were dispossessed to create the st...

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Report copyright infringementby Rima Devereaux (Editor)Spend a month in the company of Julian of Norwich, with sixty-two reflections to enrich your mornings and evenings.Julian of Norwich was a fourteenth-century mystic whose writings vividly convey the love of God and his presence in suffering.These 62 readings help you bookend the day with deep contemplation.'According to her vision of God, he . . . has always been imparting unconditional love.' - Janina Ramirez, from Julian of Norwich: A v...

Stories, Myths, Chants, and Songs of the Kuna Indians

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Report copyright infringementby Joel Sherzer (Author), Olokwagdi de Akwanusadup (Illustrator) The Kuna Indians of Panama, probably best known for molas, their colorful appliqué blouses, also have a rich literary tradition of oral stories and performances. One of the largest indigenous groups in the South American tropics, the majority of them (about 70,000) reside in Kuna Yala, a string of island and mainland villages stretching along the Caribbean coast. It is here that Joel Sherzer lived am...

Barrios Norteños: St. Paul and Midwestern Mexican Communities in the Twentieth Century

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Report copyright infringementby Dionicio Nodín Valdés (Author) Mexican communities in the Midwestern United States have a history that extends back to the turn of the twentieth century, when a demand for workers in several mass industries brought Mexican agricultural laborers to jobs and homes in the cities. This book offers a comprehensive social, labor, and cultural history of these workers and their descendants, using the Mexican barrio of "San Pablo" (St. Paul) Minnesota as a window on th...

Wisconsin's Best Breweries and Brewpubs: Searching for the Perfect Pint

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Report copyright infringementby Robin Shepard (Author) This information-packed guidebook introduces you to more than sixty breweries and brewpubs-from the Shipwrecked Brew Pub in Egg Harbor, to smaller craft breweries like Capital Brewery west of Madison, to the world-famous Miller Brewing Company of Milwaukee. Robin Shepard includes descriptions and his personal ratings of some 600 local beers, plus a taster's chart you can use to record your own preferences. For each brewpub and brewery sit...

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Report copyright infringementby Lisa Michele Church (Author)A beautifully photographed collection of vintage roadside signs throughout Utah, including historic cafes, motels, theaters, and beyond. More than 200 original photographs depict signs from the early to mid-20th century and feature brief stories about the mostly mom-and-pop business owners. The glowing neon, quirky names, and unusual shapes are fascinating. Look for your favorites! The author enjoys wandering the state to photograph ...

The Road to Guilford Courthouse: The American Revolution in the Carolinas

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Report copyright infringementby John Buchanan (Author)A brilliant account of the proud and ferocious American fighters who stood up to the British forces in savage battles crucial in deciding both the fate of the Carolina colonies and the outcome of the war. "A tense, exciting historical account of a little known chapter of the Revolution, displaying history writing at its best."--Kirkus Reviews "His compelling narrative brings readers closer than ever before to the reality of Revolutionary w...

Whitewashed Adobe: The Rise of Los Angeles and the Remaking of Its Mexican Past

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Report copyright infringementby William F. Deverell (Author)Chronicling the rise of Los Angeles through shifting ideas of race and ethnicity, William Deverell offers a unique perspective on how the city grew and changed. Whitewashed Adobe considers six different developments in the history of the city--including the cementing of the Los Angeles River, the outbreak of bubonic plague in 1924, and the evolution of America's largest brickyard in the 1920s. In an absorbing narrative supported by a...

The Cambridge Companion to the Roman Economy. Edited by Walter Scheidel - Paperback

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by Walter Scheidel (Editor)The Cambridge Companion to the Roman Economy offers readers a comprehensive and innovative introduction to the economy of the Roman Empire. Focusing on the principal determinants, features, and consequences of Roman economic development and integrating additional web-based materials, it is designed as an up-to-date survey that is accessible to all audiences. Five main sections discuss theoretical approaches drawn from Economics, labor regimes, the production of powe...

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Report copyright infringementby Robert K. Waits (Author)A book for the barberiana collector or anyone curious about the history of safety razors before Mr. Gillette's invention. The stories of inventors and patents, plus numerous photographs of collectible safe shaving devices. Index. Number of Pages: 272 Dimensions: 0.61 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: January 06, 2012

The Owens Valley Paiute - A Cultural History - Paperback

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by Gary R. Varner (Author)Living as long as five thousand years in the arid Great Basin, the Owens Valley Paiute and other Native groups survived to create a rich oral and ceremonial tradition, subsisting on what the earth provided. A peaceable and social culture they were overwhelmed by the ever advancing flow of American settlers, explorers and profit seekers. This is the story of the Paiute Nation, their social structure, mythology, religion, art, folklore and enduring spirit. It is also t...

The View from the Stands: A Season with America's Baseball Fans

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Report copyright infringementby Johanna Wagner (Author)The View from the Stands is both the story of one fan's love of the game and an examination of the effect baseball has had on fans everywhere throughout its history. A collection of stories and insights compiled during the summer of 2002 in each of MLB's thirty parks, The View from the Stands provides us with the fans' perspective on every team and stadium in the league, and on the most important issues currently affecting the game. It gi...

Chasing The Frontier: Scots-Irish in Early America - Paperback

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by Larry J. Hoefling (Author)The story of the Scots-Irish is one of the struggles and achievements of an American immigrant group that existed for only a short period, whose descendants continued to make their marks on the young country for generations. From the North of Ireland to the backwoods of the American frontier, the tale of the Scots-Irish includes a massive exodus to the New World, where they founded communities in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, and the Irish Tract of North Caro...

Who Are The Original Hebrews? - Paperback

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by Bishop R. F. Davis (Author)This book will explain who the original Hebrews are according to the Bible. The intent of this book is to make some corrections for people that have read the Bible over the centuries and have been misguided concerning the original Hebrews. Number of Pages: 68 Dimensions: 0.16 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: June 19, 2007

Ojibwe Sky Star Map - Constellation Guidebook: An Introduction to Ojibwe Star Knowledge

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Report copyright infringementby Annette Sharon Lee (Author), William Peter Wilson (Author), Carl Gawboy (Author)A constellation guidebook focusing on Ojibwe Star Knowledge. Greek constellations and astronomical objects of interest are included along with the Ojibwe constellations organized by the four seasons and north circumpolar stars. Written by four native authors: Annette Lee, William Wilson, Jeff Tibbetts, Carl Gawboy. Accompanies the "Ojibwe Giizhig Anung Masinaaigan" - Ojibwe Sky Star...

The Children of Abraham: Judaism, Christianity, Islam

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Report copyright infringementby Francis Edward Peters (Author), Francis Edward Peters (Preface by)F. E. Peters, a scholar without peer in the comparative study of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, revisits his pioneering work. Peters has rethought and thoroughly rewritten his classic The Children of Abraham for a new generation of readers-at a time when the understanding of these three religious traditions has taken on a new and critical urgency. He began writing about all three faiths in the...

A Jane Austen Christmas: Regency Christmas Traditions

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Report copyright infringementby Maria Grace (Author)Many Christmas traditions and images of 'old fashioned' holidays are based on Victorian celebrations. Going back just a little further, to the beginning of the 19th century, the holiday Jane Austen knew would have looked distinctly odd to modern sensibilities. How odd? Families rarely decorated Christmas trees. Festivities centered on socializing instead of gift-giving. Festivities focused on adults, with children largely consigned to the nu...

The Autobiography Manuscript of Major Amos Stoddard (Deluxe Edition with Color Illustrations): Edited and with an Introduction by Robert A. Stoddard - Paperback

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by Robert A. Stoddard (Editor)The Autobiography Manuscript of Major Amos Stoddard is part biography, and part autobiography. It is the story of the life and times of Major Amos Stoddard, the first civil commandant and governor of Upper Louisiana. Amos Stoddard tragically died at the siege of Fort Meigs (Ohio) during the War of 1812. His biography is provided as an introduction by the editor. This introduction provides the most complete and comprehensive account of the life of Major Amos Stodd...