Ancient Geography

Tag along on this New York Times bestselling “witty, entertaining romp” (The New York Times Book Review) as Eric Weiner travels the world, from Athens to Silicon Valley—and back through history, too—to show how creative genius flourishes in specific places at specific times. In this...

In Four Lost Cities, acclaimed science journalist Annalee Newitz takes listeners on an entertaining and mind-bending adventure into the deep history of urban life. Investigating across the centuries and around the world, Newitz explores the rise and fall of four ancient cities, each the center of a sophisticated civilization: the Neolithic site of Çatalhöyük in Central Turkey, the Roman vacation town of Pompeii in Italy, the medieval megacity of Angkor in Cambodia, and the indigenous metropolis Cahokia, which stood beside the Mississippi River where East St. Louis is today. 

Placing the West's failure to acknowledge the most successful slave revolt in history alongside denials of the Holocaust and the debate over the Alamo, Michel-Rolph Trouillot offers a stunning meditation on how power operates in the making and recording of history...

A long time ago, in a suburban high school not so far away, a closeted nerd (me) and a closeted soccer star (Hutch) fell in love and planned to make their public debut at prom. Until Hutch bailed at the last minute, leaving me with a broken heart and unworn tuxedo. Tale as old as time, right? I spent the past ten years working to forget Hutch, returning to our old high school to teach and make new memories that could erase ones of him. I thought Hutch was ancient history, off living his professional athlete life. 

A revelatory account of how water has shaped the course of human life and history, and a positive vision of what the future can hold—if we act now From the very creation of the planet billions of years ago to the present day, water has always been central to existence on Earth. And since long...

This book will surprise you and will inspire you to travel to these places for your own spiritual benefit. I have used GPS coordinates to rediscover the original places mention in Vedas, Puranas and Mahabharata which were not clearly identifiable due to changes in their names. Ramayana, an ancient record of the itihas (history as it happened as it unfolds) of the world is so accurate that even the most erudite scientist of today will be surprised to discover that in this book. This books introduces ancient names of each continent and also our beloved planet earth. This book has maps of each...

"SPLENDID . . . Eminently sane and patient . . . Essential reading for Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike." --The Washington Post Venerated for millennia by three faiths, torn by irreconcilable conflict, conquered, rebuilt, and mourned for again and again, Jerusalem is a sacred city whose very...

In this expansive collection of history, meet ten real-life kings, queens, inventors, scholars, and visionaries who lived in Africa thousands of years ago and changed the world. Black history begins thousands of years ago with the many cultures and people of the African continent. Through...

You’d never believe it, but the mummies from horror movies are real. Unwrap the secrets of historic mummies like King Tut and Princess Amen Ra.

A Roman governor sails the Black Sea—and reports what he finds directly to the emperor. Written in the form of a letter to Hadrian, Arrian’s Periplus of the Euxine Sea is at once an inspection report, a practical sailing guide, and a remarkable work of ancient travel literature. Its dramatic setting belongs to 131/132, when Arrian governed the frontier province of Cappadocia and commanded Roman forces along the eastern Black Sea. Arrian begins at Trapezus, modern Trabzon, and follows the coast eastward past rivers, harbors, forts, and client kingdoms. He records sailing distances, ...

Where did Odysseus really go? For three thousand years, sailors and scholars have tried to lay a chart over the most famous voyage ever told. This book walks the route leg by leg—and lets the sea itself judge every answer. Almost as soon as the Odyssey existed, people began arguing about where it happened. Strabo pinned the wanderings to the western Mediterranean. Eratosthenes scoffed that you would trace the route the day you found the cobbler who stitched the bag of winds. Victorian yachtsmen matched coves to cantos from the decks of their own boats. Ernle Bradford sailed the route ...

Theodosia Throckmorton is in a fix. Allowed to attend a reception given by one of the directors of her parents museum, she stumbles across Mr. Tetley of the British Museum in most unusual circumstances! Since Theo has last seen him in a showdown in an ancient Egyptian tomb, his reappearance could mean only one thing: the Serpents of Chaos are back.

A History of Ancient Israel: Audio Lectures?tells the story of Israel's history, with the biblical record enriched by the latest historical research, archaeological discoveries, and geographical insights. Beginning with the founding of the nation in 2091 B.C., Grisanti and Bolen work through the...

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In 1602, in the imperial capital of Beijing, an Italian Jesuit and his Chinese collaborators unveiled a world map unlike anything seen before — twelve feet of woodblock-printed continents, oceans, and commentary, with China placed proudly near the center. It was Matteo Ricci's masterpiece, made for the Ming court, and it fused two civilizations' knowledge into a single vision of the earth. When a complete surviving copy resurfaced centuries later and was exhibited to the world, scholars marveled: here was proof that the meeting of Chinese and Western science had produced wonders neither ...

In this ambitious book, bestselling author Sanjeev Sanyal chronicles the grand sweep of history from East Africa to Australia, conjuring the great cities of Angkor and Vijayanagar, medieval Arab empires and Chinese 'treasure fleets' in rich, vivid detail. He explores remote archaeological sites...

#1 BEST SELLER - Learn the Secrets of the Pharaohs and Ancient Egypt! - Now In Paperback! ***Read this book for FREE on Kindle unlimited - Download Now!*** No matter how much you know about modern culture, there's no escaping the fact that ancient myths still impact our world today. Have you ever wondered why Ancient Egyptian mythology has stood the test of time? Ancient Egypt/Mythology can give you a better understanding of Egypt and its culture. It includes information on over 35 different Egyptian gods. You'll learn their "life stories" and how they are related to each other. Also, ...

How many worlds exist within the earth we see every day? Though there are many mysteries we cannot even imagine, the scientific discoveries and inventions of recent decades - along with myth, folklore, and various unexplainable events that have been recorded down through time - suggest to French scientist Jacques Bergier that the surface of the earth may be more complex, and its history more incredible, than is generally supposed.

Are you ready to uncover the incredible secrets of one of South America's most fascinating countries? 100 Fun Facts About Peru takes you on an unforgettable journey through a land filled with ancient mysteries, breathtaking landscapes, fascinating wildlife, colorful traditions, and world-famous landmarks. From the legendary ruins of Machu Picchu to the depths of the Amazon Rainforest, this exciting book is packed with amazing discoveries that will inspire curious minds of all ages. Whether you're a young explorer, a future traveler, a homeschool student, or simply someone who loves learning...

AN INVITING, FASCINATING COMPENDIUM OF TWENTY-ONE OF HISTORY’S MOST FAMOUS LOST PLACES, FROM THE TOWER OF BABEL TO THE TWIN TOWERS Buildings are more like us than we realize. They can be born into wealth or poverty, enjoying every privilege or struggling to make ends meet. They have...