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Men at Arms

Terry Pratchett
Men at Arms Book PDF

Author : Terry Pratchett
Publisher : Harper
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2013-10-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0062237403

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Corporal Carrot has been promoted! He’s now in charge of the new recruits guarding Ankh-Morpork, Discworld’s greatest city, from Barbarian Tribes, Miscellaneous Marauders, unlicensed Thieves, and such. It’s a big job, particularly for an adopted dwarf. But an even bigger job awaits. An ancient document has just revealed that Ankh-Morpork, ruled for decades by Disorganized crime, has a secret sovereign! And his name is Carrot . . . And so begins the most awesome epic encounter of all time, or at least all afternoon, in which the fate of a city—indeed of the universe itself!—depends on a young man’s courage, an ancient sword’s magic, and a three-legged poodle’s bladder.

Men at Arms

Evelyn Waugh
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Author : Evelyn Waugh
Publisher : Alien Ebooks
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2023-06-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781667623733

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Volume 1 of Waugh's Sword of Honour trilogy. The other two volumes are Officers and Gentlemen and The End of the Battle (UK title Unconditional Surrender). The novel is semi-autobiographical and reflects Waugh's experiences during the Second World War, while giving a satirical view of military bureaucracy. There is a strong religious element.

A Man at Arms: A Novel

Steven Pressfield
A Man at Arms A Novel Book PDF

Author : Steven Pressfield
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2021-03-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780393540987

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A Man at Arms: A Novel by Steven Pressfield Pdf

From the acclaimed master of historical fiction comes an epic saga about a reluctant hero, the Roman Empire, and the rise of a new faith. Jerusalem and the Sinai desert, first century AD. In the turbulent aftermath of the crucifixion of Jesus, officers of the Roman Empire acquire intelligence of a pilgrim bearing an incendiary letter from a religious fanatic to insurrectionists in Corinth. The content of this letter could bring down the empire. The Romans hire a former legionary, the solitary man-at-arms, Telamon of Arcadia, to intercept the letter and capture its courier. Telamon operates by a dark code all his own, with no room for noble causes or lofty beliefs. But once he overtakes the courier, something happens that neither he nor the empire could have predicted. In his first novel of the ancient world in thirteen years, the best-selling author of Gates of Fire and Tides of War returns with a gripping saga of conquest and rebellion, bloodshed and faith.

Nobles, Knights and Men-at-Arms in the Middle Ages

Maurice Keen
Nobles Knights and Men at Arms in the Middle Ages Book PDF

Author : Maurice Keen
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 279 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1996-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781852850876

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Nobles, Knights and Men-at-Arms in the Middle Ages by Maurice Keen Pdf

The literature of chivalry and of courtly love has left an indelible impression on western ideas. What is less clear is how far the contemporary warrior aristocracy took this literature to heart and how far its ideals had influence in practice, especially in war. These are questions that Maurice Keen is uniquely qualified to answer. This book is a collection of Maurice Keen's articles and deals with both the ideas of chivalry and the reality of warfare. He discusses brotherhood-in-arms, courtly love, crusades, heraldry, knighthood, the law of arms, tournaments and the nature of nobility, as well as describing the actual brutality of medieval warfare and the lure of plunder. While the standards set by chivalric codes undoubtedly had a real, if intangible, influence on the behaviour of contemporaries, chivalry's idealisation of the knight errant also enhanced the attraction of war, endorsing its horrors with a veneer of acceptability.

The German Army 1939–45 (2)

Nigel Thomas
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Author : Nigel Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 107 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2012-09-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781782004400

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The German Army 1939–45 (2) by Nigel Thomas Pdf

Hitler first considered an invasion of Great Britain in autumn 1940, then scheduled Operation Barbarossa, the conquest of the European part of the Soviet Union, for May 1941. Anxious to emulate Hitler's successes, the Italian dictator Mussolini embarked upon unnecessary military adventures in North Africa and the Balkans, which forced Hitler's intervention, diverting and depleting precious German resources, and a six-week postponement of Barbarossa. In this second of four volumes [Men-at-Arms 311, 316, 326 & 330] on the German Army of the Second World War, Nigel Thomas examines the uniforms and insignia of the forces involved in North Africa and the Balkans. Men-at-Arms 311, 316, 326, 330 and 336 are also available in a single volume special edition titled 'German Army in World War II'.

Thud!

Terry Pratchett
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Author : Terry Pratchett
Publisher : Random House
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2009-12-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781407035437

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Thud! by Terry Pratchett Pdf

'FOR THE ENEMY IS NOT TROLL, NOR IS IT DWARF, BUT IT IS THE BALEFUL, THE MALIGN, THE COWARDLY, THE VESSELS OF HATRED, THOSE WHO DO A BAD THING AND CALL IT GOOD ...' In the city of Ankh-Morpork, tension is rising between dwarf and troll communities. A dwarven fanatic has been stoking the flames of an old hatred born of the Battle of Koom Valley -an ancient war between the races that neither side has quite got over. When the dwarf is murdered, with a troll the only witness, Commander Sam Vimes of the City Watch must solve the case before history repeats itself. With his beloved Watch crumbling around him and war drums sounding, Vimes must unravel every clue, outwit every assassin and brave any darkness to find the solution. But darkness is following him ... And at six o'clock every day he must go home to read a bedtime story to his son. There are some things you have to do. 'Consistently funny, consistently clever and consistently surprising in its twists and turns' SFX Thud! is the seventh book in the City Watch series, but you can read the Discworld novels in any order.

Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders

William McElwee
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Author : William McElwee
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 121 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2012-05-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781780967684

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Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders by William McElwee Pdf

On 1 July 1881 Viscount Cardwell's wholesale reorganisation of the British Army brought into existence Priness Louise's Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. Both had existed as separate regiments even before their official incorporation into the British Army and on the face of it, this seemed a highly improbable union, Being separated both geographically and historically they had never even served together in the same theatre. Yet, as history has shown, this unlikely combination proved to be a tremendous success. William McElwee tells the story of this most famous of regiments which has served with distinction in two world wars and beyond.

Knights of Christ

Terence Wise
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Author : Terence Wise
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2012-04-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781780966427

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Knights of Christ by Terence Wise Pdf

The ancient warrior code which persisted in medieval Christian Europe dictated that a man's greatest virtues were physical strength, skill at arms, bravery, daring, loyalty to the chieftain and solidarity within the tribe. The primitive Church had been diametrically opposed to such ideals, however by the early 8th century the Church had grown wealthy, and the Saracen invasions of Spain and France posed a threat to that wealth. The Roman Church began to support war in defence of the faith, and by channelling the martial spirit into the service of God, the brutal warrior of the past was transformed into a guardian of society.

Armies of the Crusades

Terence Wise
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Author : Terence Wise
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1978-03-23
Category : History
ISBN : 0850451256

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Armies of the Crusades by Terence Wise Pdf

In the early crusades men of all ranks from all over Europe took the cross and went to fight Islam as volunteers. Some went out of religious fervour, others to escape the plagues and famine which were rife at the time, still others in search of land or a fortune in loot. Fighting alongside all of these were the armies raised in Outremer, the Holy Land itself. Together they waged a bloody religious war, the participants of which included such forces as the Knights Templar, the Teutonic Knights, and the Byzantine Army.

The Spanish Army in North America 1700–1793

René Chartrand
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Author : René Chartrand
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 49 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2011-11-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781849085984

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The Spanish Army in North America 1700–1793 by René Chartrand Pdf

Long before England established a serious presence in the New World, Spain had already established an overseas Empire. In North America, this included vast tracts of territory including most of what today comprises the states of Florida, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Alabama, Illinois and California. In later years, as the British and the French came to expand their claims, they often came into conflict with the Spanish. The Spanish also played a significant part during the American Revolution, fighting against the British and drawing off forces needed to fight the Americans. This book covers all of the North American Spanish forces that fought in the campaigns of the 18th century.

Unconditional Surrender

Evelyn Waugh
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Author : Evelyn Waugh
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2012-05-31
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780718197780

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Guy Crouchback has lost his Halberdier idealism. A desk job in London gives him the chance of reconciliation with his former wife. Then, in Yugoslavia, as a liaison officer with the partisans, he finally becomes aware of the futility of a war he once saw in terms of honour.

The Arab Legion

Peter Young
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Author : Peter Young
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1972-06-15
Category : History
ISBN : 0850450845

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The Arab Legion by Peter Young Pdf

In 1921, Lieutenant-Colonel Frederick Gerald Peake formed the Arab Legion as a police force in the former British protectorate of Transjordan. The Legion's main roles were to keep order among Transjordian tribes and safeguard the villagers from Bedouins. In subsequent years, under the leadership of Glubb Pasha, the Arab Legion was transformed into the best-trained of all Arab armies. This richly illustrated book examines the history of the Arab Legion, detailing the infantry, supporting arms and services, and air, sea, police and national guard forces. It also profiles leaders, like Pasha, who were influential in the evolution of this force.

Small Gods

Terry Pratchett
Small Gods Book PDF

Author : Terry Pratchett
Publisher : Random House
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2016-07-28
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781473541252

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Small Gods by Terry Pratchett Pdf

'Just because you can't explain it, doesn't mean it's a miracle.' In the beginning was the Word. And the Word was: 'Hey, you!' This is the Discworld, after all, and religion is a controversial business. Everyone has their own opinion, and indeed their own gods, of every shape and size, and all elbowing for space at the top. In such a competitive environment, it's certainly not helpful to be reduced to appearing in the form of a tortoise, a manifestation far below god-like status in anyone's book. In such instances, you need an acolyte, and fast: for the Great God Om, Brutha the novice is the Chosen One – or at least the only One available. He wants peace and justice and brotherly love. He also wants the Inquisition to stop torturing him now, please... Now adapted into graphic novel form with new artwork by Ray Friesen.

Armies of Medieval Burgundy 1364–1477

Nicholas Michael
Armies of Medieval Burgundy 1364 1477 Book PDF

Author : Nicholas Michael
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1983-11-24
Category : History
ISBN : 0850455189

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Armies of Medieval Burgundy 1364–1477 by Nicholas Michael Pdf

King John the Good of France was captured by the English at the Battle of Poitiers in 1356; his 14-year-old son Philip fought valiantly by his side until the bitter end, and as soon as he was in a position to do so, King John rewarded his son's courage and devotion by designating him Duke of Burgundy, a title that by chance had just become extinct. Philip was the first of the Valois Dukes of Burgundy and this fascinating text by Nicholas Michael examines the functioning and organization of the Burgundian armies from the beginning of his reign until the time of the last of the Valois Dukes: Charles the Bold.

Armies of the Medieval Italian Wars 1125–1325

Gabriele Esposito
Armies of the Medieval Italian Wars 1125 1325 Book PDF

Author : Gabriele Esposito
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2019-02-21
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472833426

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Armies of the Medieval Italian Wars 1125–1325 by Gabriele Esposito Pdf

The great powers of medieval Europe fought continuously in the Italian peninsula between the 12th and 14th centuries as they sought to expand their territory. Invading armies from Germany – the Holy Roman Empire – saw the creation of the defensive Lombard League of northern Italian city-states. These struggles resulted in conflicts between rival confederacies, which in turn proved to be the catalysts for developments in organisation and tactics. Italian urban militias became better organised and equipped, the Imperial armies went from being mostly German to multi-national forces, and both sides became reliant on mercenary forces to prosecute their wars. After the 1260s, France, relying mainly on armoured cavalry, and Spain, with their innovative light infantry, vied for control of southern Italy. On the seas, the great naval powers of Genoa, Pisa and Venice became fierce rivals, as they created great trading empires, bringing the treasures of the east into feudal Europe. Using detailed colour plates, this beautifully illustrated book describes the myriad of armies and navies that fought for control of Italy in the Middle Ages.