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The Division of the Middle East: The Treaty of Sevres
ISBN: 9780791078310 / Angielski / Twarda / 117 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This series examines the important issue of the significance of arbitrary borders in world history These studies describe arbitrary borders as places where people interact differently from the way they would had the boundary not existed Analytical, but easy to read, these brief histories will appeal to a broad sweep of readership European leaders gathered after WWI to carve up the Ottoman Empire into new states that they believed would benefit European interests. The legacy of this treaty is still being written...
This series examines the important issue of the significance of arbitrary borders in world history These studies describe arbitrary borders as places ...
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141,12 zł |
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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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199,58 zł |
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Pictorial History of Iran: Ancient Persia
ISBN: 9781425967222 / Angielski / Miękka / 328 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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72,43 zł |
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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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51,44 zł |
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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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30,70 zł |
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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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141,12 zł |
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A Brief History of Israel
ISBN: 9780816071265 / Angielski / Twarda / 382 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This is an updated look at Israel's tumultuous history.The complex tale of Israel's people and their modern state, established thousands of years after the destruction of the old one, is narrated against the backdrop of exile, anti-Semitism, Zionism, and the Holocaust."A Brief History of Israel, Second Edition" explores Israel's history with an emphasis on the period since its independence in 1948. The chronological narration begins with the time of Abraham and the period of the Israelite kingdoms and continues to World War II and the United Nations Partition Plan. This comprehensive...
This is an updated look at Israel's tumultuous history.The complex tale of Israel's people and their modern state, established thousands of years afte...
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199,58 zł |
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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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141,12 zł |
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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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141,12 zł |
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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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141,12 zł |
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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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141,12 zł |
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Iran
ISBN: 9781604130225 / Angielski / Twarda / 116 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Students and general readers who want to know more about this country that continues to have a major impact on world affairs will find coverage of recent current events, along with new photos, and updated chronology.
Students and general readers who want to know more about this country that continues to have a major impact on world affairs will find coverage of rec...
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141,12 zł |
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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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141,12 zł |
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Turkey
ISBN: 9781604130249 / Angielski / Twarda / 112 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Modern Turkey was founded in 1923 by Mustafa Kemal out of the remains of the Ottoman Empire. Under Kemal's leadership and a governing principle called Kemalism, the country adopted wide-ranging social, legal, and political reforms.
Modern Turkey was founded in 1923 by Mustafa Kemal out of the remains of the Ottoman Empire. Under Kemal's leadership and a governing principle called...
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141,12 zł |
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United Arab Emirates
ISBN: 9781604130713 / Angielski / Twarda / 118 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The United Arab Emirates comprises seven individual emirates, where vast amounts of oil were discovered in the 1950s. With an oil reserve that makes up almost one-tenth of the world's total, this desert country has a stable economy, and boasts one of the highest standards of living in the world.
The United Arab Emirates comprises seven individual emirates, where vast amounts of oil were discovered in the 1950s. With an oil reserve that makes u...
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141,12 zł |
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A Brief History of Iraq
ISBN: 9780816057672 / Angielski / Twarda / 336 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Basic facts, a chronology, a bibliography, and a list of suggested reading make up the appendixes in this invaluable book.
Coverage includes: Iraq, the first society The Persian Empire, Alexander the Great, and the Sassanians Iraq under the Umayyad dynasty Iraq under the Abbasid dynasty The Mongol invasion and early Ottoman rule Iraq under the Ottomans British occupation and the Iraqi monarchy The growth of the republican regimes and the emergence of Baathist Iraq The rule of Saddam Hussein and the difficult legacy of the mukhabarat state The 2003... Basic facts, a chronology, a bibliography, and a list of suggested reading make up the appendixes in this invaluable book.
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199,58 zł |
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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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23,02 zł |
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The Iranian Revolution
ISBN: 9781604134902 / Angielski / Twarda / 112 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. On January 16, 1979, the shah of Iran left the country he had ruled for more than 37 years. The streets of Tehran, Iran's capital, filled with celebration as the news spread that the hated monarchy had been overthrown. The revolution in Iran, led by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, was sparked by many factors, including a widening gap between the different classes of Iranian society, an aggressive campaign of modernization, an ambitious program of land reform, and the brutality of the shah's oppressive regime. In The Iranian Revolution, read about how the revolution's role in propelling Iran from...
On January 16, 1979, the shah of Iran left the country he had ruled for more than 37 years. The streets of Tehran, Iran's capital, filled with celebra...
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141,12 zł |
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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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121,64 zł |
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Sudan
ISBN: 9781604136203 / Angielski / Twarda / 132 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Sudan covers the history of this country torn apart by war and explores its people, culture, and government.
Sudan covers the history of this country torn apart by war and explores its people, culture, and government.
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121,64 zł |