A Brief History of Egypt
ISBN: 9780816066728 / Angielski / Twarda / 304 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Ancient Egypt was one of the longest-lasting civilizations the world has ever known. While most readers will be familiar with at least parts of ancient Egyptian history, contemporary Egypt and its connections to the ancient civilization are not always well understood. A Brief History of Egypt explores Egypt's broad political, economic, social, and cultural developments, from the mighty civilization of the past to the diverse cultural and political landscape of today, covering almost 6,000 years of history in a clear and concise manner. This book is a reliable introduction to the rich and...
Ancient Egypt was one of the longest-lasting civilizations the world has ever known. While most readers will be familiar with at least parts of ancien...
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259,56 zł |
Pictorial History of Iran: Ancient Persia
ISBN: 9781425967222 / Angielski / Miękka / 328 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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81,13 zł |
Stories from the Crusades (Yesterday's Classics)
ISBN: 9781599150543 / Angielski / Miękka / 92 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Brings the Crusades to life through stories of its most famous participants. Relates how Peter the Hermit, with the Pope's blessing, gathers men to his side and leads the first crusade, resulting in the capture of Jerusalem and installation of Godfrey as defender of the holy sepulchre. After the Muslims recapture Jerusalem, three great kings of Europe vow to regain the Holy City: King Richard the Lionhearted of England, King Philip of France, and the Emperor Frederick of Germany. Despite winning many battles in this third crusade and capturing the city of Acre, they fail to win back the city...
Brings the Crusades to life through stories of its most famous participants. Relates how Peter the Hermit, with the Pope's blessing, gathers men to hi...
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47,97 zł |
Pharaohs, Villains and Thieves
ISBN: 9780007153770 / Angielski / Miękka / 110 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Designed to accompany the ground-breaking TV series Ancient Egyptians - due for screening in November 2003 - this fascinating book vividly brings to life four thrilling events that took place in Egypt over 2,000 years ago, as recorded on wall paintings, etched in stone and written on papyrus. The book opens with The Battle of Megiddo, the heroic tale of Pharaoh Tuthmosis who overcame his enemies by conquering the city of Megiddo in ancient Palestine. Following on is Tomb Robbers, a story of corruption in high places and thievery in deep vaults, as readers follow Amenpanufer's bid to... Designed to accompany the ground-breaking TV series Ancient Egyptians - due for screening in November 2003 - this fascinating book vividly brings t... |
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34,40 zł |
Israel
ISBN: 9780791097755 / Angielski / Twarda / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Established by a 1948 UN mandate, which divided the area known as Palestine into Jewish and Arab states, the nation of Israel has remained resilient in its short, tumultuous history. UN partition greatly reduced the land held by the Palestinian Arabs and set in motion a series of conflicts between Israel and its border countries.
Established by a 1948 UN mandate, which divided the area known as Palestine into Jewish and Arab states, the nation of Israel has remained resilient i...
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185,33 zł |
Jordan
ISBN: 9781604130188 / Angielski / Twarda / 112 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A tiny country roughly the size of Indiana, Jordan has enjoyed a stable government throughout its 80-year history and has been a significant force in a tumultuous part of the world. Led by Hussein ibn Tallal for more than 40 years, the country built a strong economy, expanded personal freedoms, and assumed a key role in Middle Eastern affairs. Jordan is home to the ancient city of Petra, an archaeological site that remained unknown until 1812. Referred to in the Bible as Sela, Petra's structures were created by carving into the solid, rose-colored rocks. In 1985, it was designated a World...
A tiny country roughly the size of Indiana, Jordan has enjoyed a stable government throughout its 80-year history and has been a significant force in ...
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185,33 zł |
Syria
ISBN: 9781604130195 / Angielski / Twarda / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. For over 4000 years, the land known as Syria was marched over, sacked, and occupied by soldiers of many empires of the world. After the Ottomans' defeat in World War I, it came under the authority of France. This secondary education text includes a chronology and web sites.
For over 4000 years, the land known as Syria was marched over, sacked, and occupied by soldiers of many empires of the world. After the Ottomans' defe...
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185,33 zł |
The Palestinian National Authority
ISBN: 9781604130201 / Angielski / Twarda / 136 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. For over 50 years, the conflict between the Palestinians and the Israelis in their fight for land about the size of Vermont has demanded constant media attention. The PNA was created in the hopes of negotiating a permanent Palestinian government and peace between two groups that have historically been at odds.
For over 50 years, the conflict between the Palestinians and the Israelis in their fight for land about the size of Vermont has demanded constant medi...
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185,33 zł |
Iraq
ISBN: 9781604130218 / Angielski / Twarda / 120 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. From the dawn of Western Civilisation to the present day, events in Iraq have been at the centre of world change. Today, as a very fragile democracy is beginning to take root in Iraq, much of the future of the Middle East depends upon this country's success. This text offers a chronology and timeline.
From the dawn of Western Civilisation to the present day, events in Iraq have been at the centre of world change. Today, as a very fragile democracy i...
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185,33 zł |
Saudi Arabia
ISBN: 9781604130232 / Angielski / Twarda / 112 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is the largest country on the Arabian Peninsula. Much of the country has a desert climate. Despite its parched landscape, it is a key provider of one of the world's most important commodities. In 1932 the country's first productive oil well was established.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is the largest country on the Arabian Peninsula. Much of the country has a desert climate. Despite its parched landscape, ...
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185,33 zł |
Mummies, Temples and Tombs (Ancient Egyptians, Book 4)
ISBN: 9780007153787 / Angielski / Miękka / 95 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Published to accompany Wall-to-Wall's thrilling, live-action TV series Ancient Egyptians, this entertaining book vividly brings to life the stories of five fascinating people who lived in Egypt over 2,000 years ago, as recorded on original papyrus documents or etched in stone. The individuals whose lives are so vividly recounted include the royal sculptor Thutmose, who even today is remembered as creator of one of the best known pieces of ancient Egyptian art - the plaster bust of Nefertiti, the heretic pharaoh Akhenaton's beautiful queen. Then there is Wenamun, the priest who set... Published to accompany Wall-to-Wall's thrilling, live-action TV series Ancient Egyptians, this entertaining book vividly brings to life the stories... |
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25,79 zł |
Syria
ISBN: 9781604136173 / Angielski / Twarda / 124 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Once at the center of one of the world's most ancient civilizations, Syria has seen its share of turmoil. Occupied by many empires throughout its history, Syria became part of the vast Ottoman Empire in 1516. Following the breakup of the Ottoman Empire during World War I, Syria was put under French mandate by the League of Nations. It became independent in 1946, but continued to experience political instability until Hafez Assad gained power in a bloodless military coup on November 13, 1970. Since then, Syria has played a part in the Arab conflict in Israel and continued involvement in...
Once at the center of one of the world's most ancient civilizations, Syria has seen its share of turmoil. Occupied by many empires throughout its hist...
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158,81 zł |
Iran
ISBN: 9781604139396 / Angielski / Twarda / 157 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Located in the heart of the Middle East, Iran was at the crossroads of several early societies and home to the powerful Persian Empire, one of history's most influential civilizations. This title looks into Iran's fascinating past, views its present-day people and places, and gazes into the country's possible future.
Located in the heart of the Middle East, Iran was at the crossroads of several early societies and home to the powerful Persian Empire, one of history...
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185,33 zł |
Afghanistan
ISBN: 9781604139419 / Angielski / Biblioteczna (library binding) / 136 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. No further information has been provided for this title.
No further information has been provided for this title.
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185,33 zł |
West Meets East
ISBN: 9781453563588 / Angielski / Miękka / 172 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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102,41 zł |
The Establishment of the State of Israel
ISBN: 9781604139174 / Angielski / Twarda / 125 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Readers learn about the events surrounding the establishment of Israel.
Readers learn about the events surrounding the establishment of Israel.
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185,33 zł |
The Arab-Israeli Conflict
ISBN: 9780737756456 / Angielski / Miękka / 232 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This series provides readers with the information they need to think critically about the worldwide implications of global issues; each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance and offers a panoramic view of opinions.; This edition of the Global Viewpoints series explores the Arab-Israeli conflict. Articles included explore the regional issues impacting the conflict, Israel's history with the Gaza Strip, various issues related to settlements on the West Bank, including; By illuminating the complexities and interrelations of the global community, this excellent resource...
This series provides readers with the information they need to think critically about the worldwide implications of global issues; each volume focuses...
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181,50 zł |
Libya
ISBN: 9780737760323 / Angielski / Miękka / 224 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.; This title introduces readers to a variety of current issues related to Libya. The articles included cover topics like the status of human rights issues in Libya, the impact of weapons of mass destruction and terrorism on Libya's international status, the; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model not only providing access...
Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the vie...
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193,53 zł |
West Meets East
ISBN: 9781453563595 / Angielski / Twarda / 172 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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153,64 zł |
1001 Inventions & Awesome Facts About Muslim Civilisation
ISBN: 9781426312588 / Angielski / Twarda / 96 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. We often think that people from a thousand years ago were living in the Dark Ages. But from the 7th century onward in Muslim civilization there were amazing advances and inventions that still influence our everyday lives. People living in the Muslim world saw what the Egyptians, Chinese, Indians, Greek, and Romans had discovered and spent the next one thousand years adding new developments and ideas. Inventors created marvels like the elephant water clock, explorers drew detailed maps of the world, women made scientific breakthroughs and founded universities, architects built huge domes...
We often think that people from a thousand years ago were living in the Dark Ages. But from the 7th century onward in Muslim civilization there were a...
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51,46 zł |