Middle East

A landmark history of 100 years of war waged against the Palestinians from the foremost US historian of the Middle East, told through pivotal events and family history....

This kaleidoscopic book covers almost 3,000 years of Arab history and shines a light on the footloose Arab peoples and tribes who conquered lands and disseminated their language and culture over vast distances....

A “fascinating and very moving” (Aaron Sorkin, award-winning screenwriter of The West Wing and The Social Network) chronological timeline spanning from Biblical times to today that explores one of the most interesting countries in the world—Israel....

This fully updated edition of Barry Cunliffe's classic study of the ancient Celtic world presents new finds, new ways of using DNA records to understand Celtic origins, and new ideas about the proto-urban nature of early chieftains' strongholds....

Tom Holland describes how the Arabs emerged to carve out a stupefyingly vast dominion in a matter of decades, overcoming seemingly insuperable odds....

From bestselling and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Steve Coll, the definitive story of the decades-long relationship between the United States and Saddam Hussein....

Israel is a tiny state, and yet it has captured the world's attention, aroused its imagination, and, lately, been the object of its opprobrium....

In 1307, as they struggled to secure their last strongholds in the Kingdom of Jerusalem, the Templars fell afoul of the vindictive and impulsive king of France....

This landmark book, first published in 1978, remains one of the most influential books in the Social Sciences, particularly Ethnic Studies and Postcolonialism....

In 1967, not long after the Six-Day War, three young Arab men ventured into the town of Ramle, in what is now Jewish Israel....

Passing from lip to ear, the philosophies of Hermes Trismegistus have been passed down through thousands of years. Listen as this tradition continues in this audio compilation....

At its height in 660 BCE, the kingdom of Assyria stretched from the Mediterranean Sea to the Persian Gulf. It was the first empire the world had ever seen. Here, historian Eckart Frahm tells the epic story of Assyria and its formative role in global history....

A thrilling and revelatory narrative of one of the most epic and consequential periods in 20th century history - the Arab Revolt and the secret “great game” to control the Middle East....

Palestine 1936 is the origin story of the world's most intractable conflict, but it is also more than that. It reveals world-changing events through extraordinary individuals on all sides....

The Talmud says: “If someone comes to kill you, rise up and kill him first.” This instinct to take every measure, even the most aggressive, to defend the Jewish people is hardwired into Israel’s DNA....

Epic in scope, tracing seven centuries of conflict between two great powers, historian Adrian Goldsworthy completely reshapes our understanding of one of the greatest rivalries of world history....

This sweeping history of the often-violent conflict between Islam and the West sheds a revealing light on current hostilities....

In a thrilling dramatic narrative, awarded the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for General Nonfiction, Joby Warrick traces how the strain of militant Islam behind ISIS first arose in a remote Jordanian prison and spread with the unwitting aid of two American presidents....

The history of the Emerald Tablets is strange and beyond the belief of modern scientists. Their antiquity is stupendous, dating back some 36,000 years B.C....

Attempting to break the agonizing impasse between Israelis and Palestinians, the Israeli commentator and award-winning author of Like Dreamers directly addresses his Palestinian neighbors in this taut and provocative audiobook....

This major new history of the Ottoman dynasty reveals a diverse empire that straddled East and West....

New York Times columnist Thomas L. Friedman has drawn on his decade in the Middle East to produce the most trenchant, vivid, and thought-provoking book yet on the region....

Beginning with Jesus' birth, Ken Bailey leads you on a kaleidoscopic study of Jesus throughout the four Gospels. Bailey examines the life and ministry of Jesus with attention to the Lord's Prayer, the Beatitudes, Jesus' relationship to women, and especially Jesus' parables....

Why do Israelis have among the world’s highest life expectancies and lowest rates of “deaths of despair” from suicide and substance abuse? Why is Israel’s population young and growing while all other wealthy democracies are aging and shrinking?....

The ongoing struggle between Israel and Palestine is one of the most bitter conflicts in history, with profound global consequences. In this book, Middle East expert Michael Scott-Baumann succinctly describes its origins and charts its evolution from civil war to the present day....

ADHD as a child, David Egee suffered through many years of reading and writing impairment. "I was ADHD before the expression became a household word.” Egee overcame his learning handicap to become the Director of the American Hospital in Beirut at the age of 35, dealing with such Middle Eastern luminaries as Yasser Arafat and Muammar Gaddafi. Later, he established hospitals throughout the Middle East, just before the region exploded. In the 1980s, he worked for Hospital Corp. of America (HCA) in England, setting up nursing homes. When HCA bowed out of Britain, he founded his own nursing ...

In "UNBROKEN II: From Hellenization in the Holy Land to Conception of the Palestinian People and their Division by History," the author takes the reader on a guided journey of the land between the Mediterranean Sea and the Jordan River that has been fought over more than any other real estate on earth. It covers half a millennium of the history of this territory variously described as "The Holy Land," The Promised Land," Israel, and Palestine. This challenging expedition made-simple portrays the domination of four Near Eastern Empires of the Holy Land before Alexander the Great conquered it...

Unveil the secrets of an ancient civilization renowned for its mystique and splendor through E.A. Wallis Budge’s unabridged collection. This expertly curated trilogy, featuring Legends of the Gods, Egyptian Magic, and The Book of the Dead, invites you to explore the depths of Egyptian mythology, magic, and the afterlife.

In Mythologies Without End, Jerome Slater argues that US policies in the region are largely a product of mythologies that are often flatly wrong. For example, the Israelis' treatment of Palestinians after 1948 undermined its claim that it was a true democracy, and the argument that Arab states refused to negotiate with Israel for decades is simply untrue. Because of widespread acceptance of these myths in both the US and Israel, the consequences have been devastating to all of the involved parties.

For millennia, the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World have been known for their aesthetic sublimity, ingenious engineering, and sheer, audacious magnitude: The Great Pyramids of Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Temple of Artemis, the Statue of Zeus, the Mausoleum of Halikarnassos, the Colossus of Rhodes, and the Lighthouse at Alexandria. Echoing down time, each of these persists in our imagination as an emblem of the glory of antiquity, but beneath the familiar images is a surprising, revelatory history.

A close look at failed US policies in the Middle East, offering a fresh perspective on how best to reorient goals in the region.

Dubai: The City of Tomorrow - Unveiling the Jewel of the Desert In the heart of the Arabian Desert blooms a city that defies the ordinary, a place where the boundaries of innovation, luxury, and culture blur—Dubai. "Dubai: The City of Tomorrow" is a captivating journey through the soul of a city that has become a symbol of human ambition and ingenuity. From the towering heights of the Burj Khalifa to the serene expanse of the desert dunes, this book offers an unprecedented exploration of Dubai’s most extraordinary facets. Transformative Journey: Dive into the heart of Dubai's ...

The State of Israel was founded in conflict, and in the first ten years of its existence, it was involved in two major wars with its Arab neighbors. The First Arab-Israeli War began almost the moment that the new state was announced in May 1948. Although it barely had time to create armed forces, somehow Israel survived a simultaneous invasion by armies from four Arab states during that conflict. In 1956, Israel found itself at war again, this time fighting alongside Britain and France, who had launched an invasion of Egypt after fears that the Suez Canal might be closed.

Chronicles of Dragons: From Myth to Modernity is an enthralling exploration of the timeless allure and enduring legacy of dragons. From ancient legends and folklore to modern-day popular culture, this captivating book takes readers on a sweeping adventure through the realms of dragon lore. As we turn each page of "Chronicles of Dragons: From Myth to Modernity," we invite you to embark on a timeless adventure—one that celebrates the power of imagination, the beauty of storytelling, and the enduring legacy of dragons in the rich tapestry of human history. Prepare to be captivated, inspired,...

In Enki & Enlil, My Brother My Enemy, we will take you on an unimaginable and profound journey into the heart of ancient settings, musings, ancient mind-set, ancient histories, and ancient practices to reveal a breathtaking, hidden reality that will transform your understanding and life forever and in many ways. The suggestions in this work will show that we are debating present and ancient matters that will help uplift you spiritually. Spirituality, in this sense, is enlightenment—nothing else. Enlightenment is perhaps one of the reasons even the Gods are at each other’s throats up to ...

Explore the myth, horror, and lasting impact of the ancient Egyptian gods through the perilous journey of Seth. A god of many names, Seth is said to have dabbled in everything from romance to murder. Seth Means War dives in to the lasting legacy of one of the most confusing names in Egyptian mythology, and the lessons his stories taught the Egyptian people. Seth's legacy is long lasting, and he is still depicted in pop culture today, from graphic novels to the big screen. Our fascination persists because he was arguably the most human of all the divine creatures, and his rise and fall ...

The following stories come from Iunu, an ancient section of modern day Cairo. Here the oldest version of the Kemetic creation story was found. This mythos not only helped them explain the universe and how it came into being, but it also gave them the origins of the Pharaoh and the divine duty to protect order from chaos. These stories come directly from the Pyramid Texts, writings on sarcophagi and tombs, papyrus scrolls, and the Book of the Dead. This book includes Zep Tepi (The First Time), The Murder of Wesir, and The Contendings of Heru and Set.

This succinct narrative effortlessly takes us through a millennium and a half of the formative history of the land that is at the center of geopolitics today. It is the first part of a breathtaking account that not only takes us hand-in-hand through the landmark history of the land variously described as "The Holy Land", The Promised Land", Israel and Palestine, but also provides us with unique insights into plans — attempted and not yet articulated — to resolve the conflict between two peoples or nations with deep connections to the land, but who are not living there in peace because ...

In the last sixty years, Israel has faced seven different wars. During that time, the country has been under immense scrutiny and been the recipient of false accusations. This leaves the public with many questions: Does Israel want peace with the Arab nations? How do Islamic views affect Israel? Using a number of sources, Mitchell G. Bard uncovers Israel’s true history. His book includes the following: · A discussion of various wars involving Israel (including the war of 1948) · Multiple maps that help the reader visualize the wars · An analysis of terrorism directed at Israel · An ...

To provide a comprehensive understanding of the origins of this animosity, this book will uncover many aspects that even the most astute historian and theologian may have overlooked. It embarks on a journey that starts when the first settlers arrived in the land, with each chapter following the chronological progression spanning 4,000 years, leading us to today's news and ending with future expectations.