Títulos em Históricas

Одна из самых противоречивых династий в мировой истории. Наследники великого Чингисхана держали в страхе Восточную и Центральную Европу, а также Русь. Чингизиды образовали самую обширную и могущественную империю, которая простиралась от Желтого моря на востоке до Дуная и Евфрата на западе. Как наследовался престол, на который имели равные права все Чингизиды? Сколько женщин было у Чингисхана? Какое вероисповедание было у Батыя? Правда ли, что Сартак и Александр Невский были братьями? Где находится могила Чингисхана? Сколько произведений поэзии оставил после себя Хубилай?

Colm Tóibín's Lady Gregory's Toothbrush is a beautiful insight into the life of outspoken Irishwoman, Augusta Gregory. A remarkable figure in Celtic history, she was married to an MP and land-owner, yet retained an unprecedented independence of both thought and deed, actively championing causes close to her heart. At once conservative and radical in her beliefs, she saw no conflict in idealizing and mythologizing the Irish peasantry, for example, while her landlord husband introduced legislation that would, in part, lead to the widespread misery, poverty and starvation of the Great Famine.

Łódź, primavera del 1947. Sul banco degli imputati della Corte Distrettuale siede Hans Biebow, nato a Brema nel 1902 e che, durante la guerra, era stato amministratore (Amtsleiter) del ghetto di Łódź. Lo stato polacco considera quest’uomo, alto, biondo e dagli occhi azzurri, come uno dei dieci peggiori criminali nazisti ancora in circolazione, al pari di Rudolf Höß (capo di Auschwitz), Arthur Greiser (Gauleiter del Warthegau) o Hans Frank (governatore del Governatorato Generale). Ma Biebow non era un militare e nemmeno un alto esponente del partito nazionalsocialista.

Discover the untold stories of the Great Patriotic War through "Burnt Offerings" by Linda L. Roberts, narrated by Kyle Goodknight. This captivating historical audiobook, based on true events, immerses you in the era of World War II, offering a poignant look at the lives of those who served on and off the battlefield.

"Good-Bye to All That: An Autobiography" by Robert Graves is a seminal work that vividly captures the harrowing experiences of a young British officer during World War I.

Warfare, clandestine romance, intrigue, and Bordeaux wine mix in a feast of adventure in Volume II of Montfort: The Founder of Parliament. Viceroy Simon de Montfort learned the hard lessons of military strategy and politics that later enabled him to seize England and found Parliament, the first modern democracy.

Step back into the nostalgic era of the 1950s and 1960s with "The Dundas Chronicles," a poignant memoir by Allan Duffin, vividly narrated by Gary Middleton. This touching story captures the essence of growing up in a small town, the challenges faced by single parents, and the unyielding strength of a mother’s love.

Inspiring true stories from underrated historical figures: Uncover the vast impact of these four underrated stories, featuring Helen Keller's teacher, the writer of Amazing Grace, a girl whose letter made the world stage, and a group of college students who opposed Hitler.

Mosquito Warrior tells the engrossing story of General William C. Gorgas (1854-1920), the once-renowned pioneer in tropical disease research and public health. His fascinating life illuminates vast transformations in the United States. Carol R. Byerly's balanced and contemporary examination of Gorgas illuminates his complex legacy in medicine and public health, military history, and American ambitions at the dawn of United States global ascendency.

Our heroes can come from the most ordinary of places. As a shy young lad growing up in country Victoria, no one in the district had any idea the man Albert Jacka would become. THE LEGEND OF ALBERT JACKA is an unforgettable story of the bravery and sacrifice of one extraordinary soldier that takes us from the shores of Gallipoli to the battlefields of France, all brought to vivid life by Australia's greatest storyteller, Peter FitzSimons.

Heroes are hard to come by - but there's one man whose legend has stood the test of two centuries, and whose name sits on Australia's highest peak. Tadeusz Kosciuszko: freedom fighter, friend of Thomas Jefferson and champion of liberty on two continents. Bestselling author Anthony Sharwood finds out why he's the hero the world needs right now.

Perfect for history enthusiasts and adventure seekers, "Pioneers and Trailblazers" provides a compelling and immersive listening experience. Discover the extraordinary stories of the pioneers who blazed the trails that shaped a nation.

How do you steal a library? Not just any library but the most secret archive in the world. The answer is to be a librarian. To be so quiet, that no-one knows what you are up to as you toil undercover over decades and so low key, that even after your escape, aided by MI6, no-one even notices you are gone. The Spy in the Archive is the remarkable story of how Vasili Mitrokhin – an introverted archivist who loved nothing more than dusty files – ended up changing the world.

"Simply Inspired One Word At A Time" is a clear and peaceful guide to finding happiness by focusing on one powerful word at a time. Words like "Gratitude" and "Honesty" are keys to unlocking growth and a happier life. This book contains stories, tips, and activities to help you see things differently and live with intention. It invites you to start a journey of self-change that feels simple and natural.

The unbelievable true story. She kept this secret to herself and transitioned from a homeless to a homeowner. The lady in her 40s with a small cleaning business was left by her fiancé. This brought more life-changing events which led to homelessness. What happened after that and how did she finally reach her goal of homeownership? Listen to this story to find out. Here you will also find an unexpected romance, adventure, and a surprising ending.

Empress Wu Zetian (624-705 AD) was the only woman to be the sovereign ruler of imperial China. A teenage concubine of the Tang Emperor Taizong, she seduced his son while the emperor lay dying. Recalled from a nunnery as part of an intricate court power-game, she caused the deaths of two lady rivals, before securing her enthronement as the Emperor Gaozong's consort. She ruled in the name of her husband and two eldest sons, presiding over the pinnacle of the Silk Road, before proclaiming herself the founder of a new dynasty.

"Das Corona-Protokoll" ist ein bunter Mix aus bewegenden, skurrilen und atemberaubenden Ereignissen, die unser Leben seit Ende 2019 völlig auf den Kopf gestellt haben.Immer wissenschaftlich fundiert, zugleich aber auch an der einen oder anderen passenden Stelle humorvoll kommentiert.

Philip E. Bradshaw shares stories and recollections from a lifetime of farming in this memoir that celebrates a way of life. He highlights the advancement of farming and reflects on his efforts advocating for agriculture, serving as a leader, and policymaker, and traveling to more than 53 countries and meeting seven U.S. presidents along the way.

In the early 1900s, Watson Stewart set out to record the principal events of his life in a set of personal memoirs. These writings, originally finished on his 77th birthday in 1904, have been rediscovered and compiled - over 120 years later - by Watson’s descendants. The resulting text is an enlightening glimpse into life as a pioneer in a country on the brink of Civil War. Watson led a remarkable life filled with family tragedy, Native American relations, Civil War, and squabbles with some of the most famous historical figures in American history.

Савва Иванович Мамонтов (1841–1918) — крупный русский промышленник, предприниматель и меценат, наследник преуспевающей купеческой династии. Еще в юности увлеченность Саввы театром настораживала отца будущего покровителя искусств, крупного винного откупщика Ивана Федоровича Мамонтова: вместо обучения делу Савва находил куда больше удовольствия в том, чтобы "музыкантить, петь и кувыркаться в драматическом обществе". Спустя век трудно даже вообразить, по какому пути направилось бы русское искусство, если бы не был создан знаменитый Абрамцевский кружок и не были предприняты иные славные начинания Мамонтова.