Ein fesselnder Überblick über die Geschichte der Maya von der olmekischen Herrschaft über das alte Mexiko bis zur Ankunft Hernán Cortés' und der spanischen Eroberung
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The world's first republic, an incredible military machine, bridges, and roads that are still used today, a political philosophy that shaped modern democracies: the Roman Republic had all this and much more! The Roman Republic's metamorphosis from a modest city-state to a territory covering three continents spanned five centuries of challenges and change. The unending drama included the working class's struggles for political power, the Celts sacking Rome, and a slave revolt that grew to include seventy thousand people. The Roman military learned how to fight war elephants and built a navy of one hundred warships in two months! Travel back over 2,500 years to learn how the Romans formed a new government the world had never seen before. This lively, easy-to-read history will guide you through the Roman Republic's stunning achievements and chaotic internal conflicts. Explore these intriguing questions: How did Lucretia's rape lead to the overthrow of a tyrannical monarchy? Why did the senators beat Tiberius to death with wooden chairs? Did Consul Pulcher really face charges for drowning his sacred chickens? How did Rome ultimately obliterate the great empire of Carthage? What led Julius Caesar, Pompey, and Crassus to form the "Gang of Three?" How did dirty politics contribute to the Roman Republic's fall? And much, much more! To unpack the Roman Republic's epic history, scroll up and click the "add to cart" button!
The ancient Israelites introduced one of the first monotheistic religions in the world. And it is still practiced today!The ancient Israelites emerged from Mount Sinai onto the hilly plains of Canaan and established a civilization that endured for hundreds of years.Even when the Israelites fell to incursions from foreign invaders and were subjected to torture and exile, they held fast to their belief system. They emerged from the Babylonian captivity as the people of Yehud. With the aid of Cyrus the Great and the Achaemenid Empire, they rebuilt their sacred temple and got back on their feet.However, the Greeks and the Romans presented unique challenges to the Judeans. The Hellenization period threatened the foundation of Judaism and the commitment of the Jews to their faith due to forced conversions and the practice of Jewish customs being punishable by death. Regardless, the Jews persevered, and their faith and their steadfastness hold great significance today.This book offers a deep dive into the history of the ancient Israelites and how they rose from nomadic tribes to establish a kingdom and a unique identity in Judea.By reading this book, you will discover the
Have you ever wondered about the ancient Celts of Ireland and what made them who they were? Did you know that Halloween originated with them, that they invented the harp, or that they wielded swords reaching lengths of three feet? In this book, you'll discover Celtic historical facts like these and so much more. Whether you're already familiar with the Celts or whether you've never even heard of them, this book is for you. If you would like to delve into their lives, culture, and modern Ireland's Celtic heritage, you can find all of that in this comprehensive, captivating guide. In our introduction to Celtic history, you can introduce yourself to all aspects of Celtic life in an easily accessible way, complete with visuals and easy-to-read language (no academic jargon here!). We will take you through Celtic history by explaining the following: Where the Celts came from and who they were How they settled in Ireland Essential Celtic myths, gods, goddesses, legends, and heroes Their seasonal festivals and celebrations Key stories influencing the Celts and the modern Irish Celtic art and its glorious evolution and influence through the ages Celtic rituals, past and present How Christianity affected Celtic society The rise of Christianity in Ireland and the decline of paganism Why the Celts matter And so much more! Scroll up and click the "add to cart" button to begin learning about the Celts today!