Историческая литература
Различные книги в жанре Историческая литератураCaliphs and Kings. Spain, 796-1031
Roger Collins, a leading historian, investigates a time in Spanish history known for its multi-religious society – when Christians, Jews and Muslims lived in apparent harmony – revealing a fuller, more complex picture of this fascinating period. Presents new ideas and interpretations of a fascinating yet much misunderstood period of Spanish and Islamic history A broad and complex treatment of the tenure of the Umayyad dynasty in Spain Debunks myths and investigates the historiography of existing scholarship of the period
Fear and Progress. Ordinary Lives in Franco's Spain, 1939-1975
Utilizing hundreds of confidential documents from authorities in the Franco government, Fear and Progress: Ordinary Lives in Franco's Spain, 1939-1975 recounts the experiences of Spanish citizens who lived during the 40-year Franco dictatorship. Rejects traditional explanations of the length of Franco's power and the dictator's legacy Utilizes hundreds of confidential documents from authorities in the Franco government Provides insights into life during the Franco era: how political violence and repression were experienced; how the dictatorship exploited illusions of peace and prosperity for its own benefit; and how the regime's legacy was manipulated Reveals the Franco government's social callousness and manipulation of events
Europe between Democracy and Dictatorship. 1900 - 1945
Fischer offers a captivating analysis of Europe’s turbulent history during the first half of the twentieth century, from the optimism at the turn of the century to the successive waves of destruction of the First and Second World Wars. Written by a leading authority in this field, the book draws upon his areas of expertise Reflects the most recent scholarship in this period of history While laying stress on Europe's major powers and the seminal events of the earlier twentieth century, Fischer pays due attention to the smaller European countries from the Atlantic to the Black Sea and the Baltic to the Mediterranean Extends beyond the political, sociological, and economic paradigms to include extensive references to the European cultural scene Organized both as a broad chronology and thematically, in order to allow for historical insights and entry into the key debates and literature
A History of Modern Germany. 1800 to the Present
Featuring revised and extended coverage, the second edition of A History of Modern Germany offers an accessible and engagingly written account of German history from 1800 to the present. Provides readers with a long view of modern German history, revealing its continuities and changes Features updated and extended coverage of German social change and modernization, class, religion, and gender Includes more in depth coverage of the German Democratic Republic Examines Germany's social, political, and economic history Covers the unification of Germany, the German Empire, the Weimar Republic, the Third Reich, post-war division, the collapse of Communism, and developments since re-unification Addresses regional history rather than focusing on the dominant role of Prussia
World History. A Concise Thematic Analysis, Volume Two
World History: A Concise Thematic Analysis presents the highly anticipated second edition of the most affordable and accessible survey of world history designed for use at the college level. An engaging narrative that contextualizes history and does not drown students in a sea of facts Offers a comparative analysis of the great civilizations of Eurasia, Africa, and the Americas Addresses themes of population dynamics, food production challenges, disease history, warfare, and other major issues for civilizations Features new interior design and organization to enhance user experience Instructor's test bank available online at www.wiley.com/go/wallech
World History. A Concise Thematic Analysis, Volume One
World History: A Concise Thematic Analysis presents the highly anticipated second edition of the most affordable and accessible survey of world history designed for use at the college level. An engaging narrative that contextualizes history and does not drown students in a sea of facts Offers a comparative analysis of the great civilizations of Eurasia, Africa, and the Americas Addresses themes of population dynamics, food production challenges, disease history, warfare, and other major issues for civilizations Features new interior design and organization to enhance user experience Instructor’s test bank available online at www.wiley.com/go/wallech
The Last Caudillo. Alvaro Obregón and the Mexican Revolution
The Last Caudillo presents a brief biography of the life and times of General Alvaro Obregón, along with new insights into the Mexican Revolution and authoritarian rule in Latin America. Features a succinct biography of the life and times of a fascinating figure in Mexico's revolutionary past Represents the most analytical and up-to-date study of caudillo/military strongman rule Sheds new light on the networks and discourse practices that support rulers such as the Castros in Cuba and Hugo Chávez in Venezuela, and the emergence of modern Mexico Offers new insights into the role of leadership, the nature of revolution, and the complex forces that helped shape modern Mexico
Кавалер «Славы» и чести
Кавалер «Славы» и чести – это очерк о жизни Ивана Михайловича Калиничева, кубанского казака, полного кавалера ордена Славы, прошедшего со своим минометным расчетом путь от станицы Григорополисской до Берлина.
Лбово. Крестьянские родословные
Издание из серии «Крестьянские родословные». В этой книге речь пойдет о крестьянских родословных д. Лбово Городецкого района. Фамилии Болотников, Грачев, Гурылев, Рябинин, Кашицын, Лапин, Меньшов встречаются в родословии крестьян этой деревни. Есть упоминание о Фоминых, Носовых и Смирновых.
Крути 1918
Січень 1918 року видався холодним. До Києва наближаються більшовицькі загони. Сини генерала контррозвідки УНР Олекса та Андрій до нестями закохані в інститутку Софію, але обидва мусять стати на захист молодої держави та рідного міста. Несподівано спалахує повстання на заводі «Арсенал», і на боротьбу із заколотниками відправляють усе боєздатне військо. Супроти численної армії Муравйова на станції Крути лишаються тільки необстріляні студенти і юнкери, серед яких і Андрій. Сто років тому, як і сьогодні, без страху й сумнівів вони приймуть бій за найдорожче…