Historical Moments

Author : M. H. Seeley
Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2016-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781482457513

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America's Oddest Historical Moments by M. H. Seeley Pdf

America can be a weird place, but thankfully much of that weirdness is long in the past. From failed assassinations to the long stretch of time a town in New Jersey thought tomatoes were deadly poison, readers will love taking a trip through some of America’s strangest stories of yore. Full-color photographs paired with vivid historical retellings bring these stories to life for modern readers eager to relive some of the past’s funniest and oddest tales.

Author : LIDIA ERNEST-HALLOWAY
Publisher : LIDIA ERNEST-HALLOWAY
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-27
Category : History
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Negotiation in War and Peace: Strategies from Key Historical Moments by LIDIA ERNEST-HALLOWAY Pdf

This comprehensive book explores the history and practice of negotiation and diplomacy from ancient civilizations to contemporary global politics. It examines key historical milestones, including the Code of Hammurabi, the role of rhetoric in Ancient Greece, Roman diplomatic practices, and the impact of religious and imperial influences through the Middle Ages and Renaissance. The book also addresses modern developments in negotiation strategies, international relations, and significant diplomatic events such as the Camp David Accords, the Iran Nuclear Deal, and Brexit negotiations. It highlights the evolution of negotiation tactics and the impact of major treaties, wars, and global organizations on shaping the art of diplomacy.

Author : Jim R. McClellan
Publisher : McGraw-Hill/Dushkin
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : United States
ISBN : 0072283831

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Changing Interpretations of America's Past by Jim R. McClellan Pdf

Offers an examination of incidents from the Civil War through the 20th Century, important to the development of the American Nation. This book features primary and secondary source materials on approximately 30 selected moments in American history. It is designed for use in introductory courses in American history.

Author : George H. Shaw
Publisher : Springer
Page : 85 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2018-12-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319992174

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Great Moments in the History of Life by George H. Shaw Pdf

A non-technical (but serious) treatment of those parts of Earth history leading up to human history, as well as some pre-historical aspects of humanity. Many “events” in Earth’s history necessarily preceded the emergence of human beings (and intelligence). Geology has provided us with a great deal of information about these various steps on the way to intelligent life, and how and why they were important. Some of these events were on a cosmic scale (no universe – no life!), some were planetological/astronomical (no Earth – no life), some were essentially chemical (how did life emerge in the primordial ocean and why do we have oxygen in the atmosphere?), and some were details of evolutionary history (how did life colonize the land and how did mammals develop?). In this book an enthusiastic professor of geosciences presents a broad introduction from the Big Bang to the present and into the future, lucidly explaining aspects from various disciplines to interested, non-specialist readers.

Author : Robert Harris
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2020-07-07
Category : History
ISBN : 1645318931

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Historical Moments by Robert Harris Pdf

Author : D.B. Weston
Publisher : DB Weston
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-28
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781301174140

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Greatest Moments in Video Game History by D.B. Weston Pdf

Greatest Moments in Video Game History is the most extensive book of video game facts available today. While books written in a similar vein provide readers with general facts, "Greatest Moments in Video Game History" brings to light the lesser known facts that will take you on an exciting trip through history starting in 1947 and running through 2012. Greatest Moments in Video Game History is not just a chronological list of events, it also features stories that you will not read anywhere else, noteworthy game releases, scandals, bans, publicity stunts gone wrong, Guinness gaming records, and a look at the best and worst game releases throughout the years.

Author : Mark A. Noll
Publisher : Baker Academic
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Religion
ISBN : UOM:39015050314890

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Turning Points by Mark A. Noll Pdf

Explores twelve pivotal events in the history of Christianity ranging from the fall of Jerusalem and the coronation of Charlemagne to the Edinburgh Missionary Conference.

Author : Douglas Watt
Publisher : 50 Fun Ltd
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 0954966848

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A History of Moments by Douglas Watt Pdf

Author : Scott Edwin Williams
Publisher : John Hunt Publishing
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2023-02-24
Category : History
ISBN : 9781803412016

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Lightbulb Moments in Human History by Scott Edwin Williams Pdf

'Here's your chance to learn and enjoy Big History in a slightly 'deranged' romp.' Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, Australian science communicator, author, and populariser Lightbulb Moments in Human History tracks humanity's big ideas and the eccentricities of those who conceived them. Along the way you'll find answers to questions such as: Why did the Sumerians have temple prostitutes? Just how psychotic was the God of the Old Testament? Why did parents in ancient Greece encourage their young sons to take older male lovers? And what on earth inspired the Mayans to have tobacco enemas? Funny. Irreverent. Never boring. This is not the history you were taught in school. Scott Edwin Williams' Lightbulb Moments in Human History engages, entertains, and provides hope that while times are tough, we're not all going to hell in a handbasket.

Author : Gordon Teskey
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 553 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2019-12-17
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780674988446

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Spenserian Moments by Gordon Teskey Pdf

Gordon Teskey restores Edmund Spenser to prominence, revealing his epic The Faerie Queene as a grand, improvisatory project on human nature. Teskey compares Spenser to Milton, an avowed follower. While Milton’s rigid ideology is now stale, Spenser’s allegories remain vital, inviting new questions and visions, heralding a constantly changing future.

Author : James Walters,Tom Brown
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 546 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2019-07-25
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781838715786

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Film Moments by James Walters,Tom Brown Pdf

Film is made of moments. In its earliest form, the cinema was a moment: mere seconds recorded and projected into the darkness. Even as film has developed into today's complex and intricate medium, it is the brief, temporary and transitory that combines to create the whole. Our memories of films are composed of the moments we deem to be crucial: touchstones for our understanding and appreciation. Moments matter. The 38 specially commissioned essays in Film Moments examine a wide selection of key scenes across a broad spectrum of national cinemas, historical periods and genres, featuring films by renowned auteurs including Alfred Hitchcock, Jean Renoir and Vincente Minnelli and important contemporary directors such as Pedro Costa, Zhang Ke Jia and Quentin Tarantino, addressing films including City Lights, Gone with the Wind, The Wizard of Oz, The Night of the Hunter, Wild Strawberries, 8 1?2, Bonnie and Clyde, Star Wars, Conte d'été, United 93 and Lord of the Rings: Return of the King. Film Moments provides both an enlightening introduction for students to the diversity of approaches and concerns in the study of film, and a dynamic and vibrant account of key film sequences for anyone interested in enhancing their understanding of cinema.

Author : Nicholas Kirk
Publisher : NK
Page : 69 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2023-09-09
Category : History
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The Most Pivotal Moments in Human History by Nicholas Kirk Pdf

This list highlights 30 pivotal moments that have profoundly shaped human history. From the ancient Agricultural Revolution to the modern Paris Agreement, these moments showcase key turning points that have impacted societies and cultures across time. It's important to note that the selection process is subjective, as the significance of these events varies based on individual perspectives and historical interpretations. What binds them is their power to drive change, challenge norms, and foster progress. Whether it's the invention of writing or the fall of the Berlin Wall, each entry has left an enduring impact on our world. These 30 moments offer a glimpse into the intricate tapestry of human history, where innovation, conflict, and resilience intersect. They serve as markers of our collective journey, reminding us that our past shapes our present and future. Yet, it's crucial to remember that this list captures only a fraction of the multifaceted human experience. Every era, decision, and event contributes to the ongoing narrative of our shared legacy.

Author : Stefan Zweig
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015050040909

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Decisive Moments in History by Stefan Zweig Pdf

Contains 12 brief accounts by Stefan Zweig (1881-1942) of decisive historical moments in which an individual's will to discover, create, and transcend the limits imposed by the temporal and physical environment conflicts with the individual's inability to escape from the realities of their own nature.

Author : Terry Hamburg and Richard Hansen
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : History
ISBN : 9781467147200

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Quotable San Francisco: Historic Moments in Memorable Words by Terry Hamburg and Richard Hansen Pdf

San Francisco surged from hamlet to boomtown overnight--the most meteoric "instant city" in history. From the Gold Rush to the Tech Rush, it's been the site of daring innovations, counterculture upheavals and social rebellions that shaped generations. Over the decades, residents have offered unique perspectives through journals, letters and newspapers, their words bringing another time to life. Discover San Francisco through the eyes of miners and "ladies of the night." Relive the experiences of robber barons and beatniks who flourished in a tiny corner of the world with fewer than one million souls. With commentary, background and extraordinary images, historians Terry Hamburg and Richard Hansen guide you through these colorful quotes, showing the city as it once was and what it aspired to be.

Author : Brett Topel
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2018-06-12
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781683582069

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Miracle Moments in New York Mets History by Brett Topel Pdf

In 1969, the New York Mets took on a nickname that was certainly fitting for that season—the "Miracle Mets." Nevertheless, even beyond 1969, there have been numerous moments in the history of the Mets that have proven miraculous, from the pitcher's mound to the batter's box and from the regular season to the playoffs. In Miracle Moments in New York Mets History, Brett Topel details the team’s greatest achievements, from the Mets' first win in franchise history in 1962, to Tom Seaver's near-perfect game in 1969, the 1986 World Series, the trade for Mike Piazza, Al Leiter's two-hitter during the 1999 one-game playoff, Jacob deGrom’s 2015 All-Star Game appearance, and much more. In doing so, Topel highlights the key players and coaches and reveals the high level of excitement that comes with being a Mets fan. Complete with full-color photos, this book makes the perfect gift for young and old fans alike of the New York Mets!