Ergebnis für "Fire" in Welt

T. R. Fehrenbach brilliantly delineates the contrasts and conflicts between the many Mexicos, unraveling the history while weaving a fascinating tapestry of beauty and brutality: the Amerindians, who wrought from the vulnerable land a great indigenous Meso-American civilization by the first millennium BC; the successive reigns of Olmec, Maya, Toltec, and Mexic masters, who ruled through an admirably efficient bureaucracy and the power of the priests, propitiating the capricious gods with human sacrifices; the Spanish conquistadors, and much more.

WINNER OF THE ORWELL PRIZE NEW YORK TIMES EDITORS’ CHOICE “Unforgettable . . . a book about Putin’s Russia that is unlike any other.”—Patrick Radden Keefe, author of Empire of Pain From a Moscow correspondent for The New Yorker, a groundbreaking portrait of modern Russia and...

The most highly regarded and affordable history of Latin America for our times. Born in Blood and Fire, Fourth Edition has been extensively revised to heighten emphasis on current cultural analyses of Latin American society and facilitate meaningful connections between the Encounter and the present.

According to legend, the Roman emperor Nero set fire to his majestic imperial capital on the night of July 19, 64 AD and fiddled while the city burned. It’s a story that has been told for more than two millennia - and it’s likely that almost none of it is true. In Rome Is Burning, distinguished Roman historian Anthony Barrett sets the record straight, providing a comprehensive and authoritative account of the Great Fire of Rome, its immediate aftermath, and its damaging long term consequences for the Roman world. 

The “fascinating” (Wall Street Journal) story of how military technology has transformed the world The history of warfare cannot be fully understood without considering the technology of killing. In Firepower, acclaimed historian Paul Lockhart tells the story of the evolution of weaponry...

The opening of the pioneering Liverpool & Manchester Railway in 1830 marked the beginning of the railway network's vital role in changing the face of Britain. Fire & Steam celebrates the vision of the ambitious Victorian pioneers who developed this revolutionary transport system and the navvies who cut through the land to enable a country-wide railway to emerge.

Here are magnificent insights into the lives of biblical prophets and kings, talmudic sages, and Hasidic rabbis from the internationally acclaimed writer, Nobel laureate, and one of the world’s most honored and beloved teachers. “This posthumous collection encourages a path toward purpose...

The preeminent popular history of civilization’s rebirth after the Dark Ages From tales of chivalrous knights to the barbarity of trial by ordeal, no era has been a greater source of awe, horror, and wonder than the Middle Ages. In handsomely crafted prose and with the grace and authority of...

FINALIST -- The National Jewish Book Award In this deeply personal journey of discovery, Ami Ayalon seeks input and perspective from Palestinians and Israelis whose experiences differ from his own. As head of the Shin Bet security agency, he gained empathy for "the enemy" and learned that when...

This gripping narrative history reveals how one elemental force forged human civilization and now threatens to destroy it. From the sparks that cooked the meals of early hominids to the sprawling megafires of the climate crisis, our relationship with combustion is a tale of breathtaking progress...

Australia is not a fixed entity, a collection of outdated bigotries and reactionary credos, but rather an invitation to dream, and this country-our country-belongs to its dreamers . . . if we are finally to once more go forward as a people it's time our dreamers were brought in from the cold...

Explore the global mythology of winged serpents and chaos monsters that ancient civilizations worshiped and feared. Perfect for a reflective commute or an evening of deep learning, this atmospheric journey reveals why humanity always filled the blank spaces on our maps with fire-breathing...

Experience the epic urban history of a city forged by catastrophe, resilience, and unyielding imperial ambition. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive journey transports you from a fragile Roman outpost to a restless modern financial hub. Feel the visceral drama of invasion, epidemic...

A 2022 Audie Award Finalist A profound rumination on the concept of freedom from the New York Times bestselling author of Tribe. Throughout history, humans have been driven by the quest for two cherished ideals: community and freedom. The two don’t coexist easily. We value individuality and...

A fascinating account of the world’s most famous disease - polio - told as you have never heard it before. Epidemics of paralysis began to rage in the early 1900s, seemingly out of nowhere. Doctors, parents, and health officials were at a loss to explain why this formerly unheard-of disease began paralyzing so many children. Why did this disease start to become such a horrible problem during the late 1800s? Why did it affect children more often than adults? Why was it originally called teething paralysis by mothers and their doctors?

Harnessing a deadly natural element sparked human evolution, forged empires, and ignited our modern climate crisis. This awe-inspiring popular science journey traces the untamed physical phenomenon of the flame from prehistoric lightning strikes to the glowing hearths that fundamentally rewired...

Dive into the fiery culinary history of a wild fruit that conquered the global spice trade and transformed how we eat. Whether you are prepping a spicy weeknight dinner or seeking an adventurous commute listen, this energetic journey traces the pepper from ancient American agricultural fields to...

The extraordinary true story behind one of the world’s best-loved hymns. This podcast is a reading of the novella It Is Well with My Soul: The Inspiring Story of Horatio Spafford, the Great Chicago Fire, and the Famous Hymn by the author D.P.K.Maegraith. Buy the book and learn about the film at https://itiswellwithmysoul.comIn 1873, Horatio Spafford was a successful Chicago businessman whose life was transformed by a series of devastating tragedies. He lost much of his wealth in the Great Chicago Fire. Then, while travelling across the Atlantic to join his family in Europe, disaster struck ...

Step into the world of fire-fighting with John Kenlon, who became a New York City firefighter in 1887 and rose to the rank of Fire Chief by 1911. In 1913, he penned this insightful book that chronicles the evolution of fire-fighting from ancient Rome to the bustling streets of 20th-century New York. The first section delves into the advancements in fire-fighting techniques across different countries, the progression of equipment, and the organization of fire services, alongside dramatic accounts of notable historical fires. The latter part focuses on the specific challenges faced by urban fire...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A major narrative history of Christianity's first thousand years by acclaimed educator and #1 New York Times bestselling author William J. Bennett. Full of larger-than-life characters, stunning acts of bravery, and heart-rending sacrifice, Tried by Fire narrates the...