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"Now available in trade paper from New York Times bestselling author Melanie Dickerson comes a reimagining of the beloved "Sleeping Beauty" tale. In the mountains near France, the medieval Princess Elyce is being forced to marry, thus forming an alliance that will enrich her father but enslave her kingdom. Instead, she chooses to feign her death and flee to Prague to beg King Wenceslaus to help save her people. In England, the young knight Sir Gerard...
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Mariel, the granddaughter of Robin Hood, tries to prove herself to her father while suspecting a mole in the Merry Men's ranks but mistakenly kidnaps cheerful healer Clem, and together they embark on a dangerous rescue mission and grow closer along the way.
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Journey into the wilderness of northwestern Europe between the sixth and tenth centuries, an oft forgotten time in a mystical and magical place where the terror of the wilderness was surpassed only by its potential for salvation.
Wild: Tales from the Early Medieval World takes you on a journey out of the present and into the wilderness of another age. A collection of poems, tales, and deeply researched musings that explore the rich history of the...
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La Edad Media: Crónicas de una era inolvidable, ofrece un viaje fascinante a través de los siglos de la Edad Media, un período a menudo incomprendido, pero cuyo legado sigue definiendo el mundo moderno. Desde la caída del Imperio Romano hasta el amanecer del Renacimiento, este libro desentraña cómo la fe, la guerra, la economía y la cultura medieval influyeron en las universidades, el derecho, la ciencia y la política actual. Con una narrativa...
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The wars of the medieval period were brutal affairs fought over dynastic or religious issues. The era began with battles fought at close range with impact weapons and the crossbow, but ended with gunpowder weapons reshaping the nature of the battlefield. The Medieval Wars 500-1500CE – the second volume in the Encyclopedia of Warfare Series – charts the bloody history of medieval warfare from the post-Roman world to the rise of the professional...
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In this intriguing book, best-selling author Alf Mapp, Jr. explores three periods in Western history that exploded with creativity: Elizabethan England, Renaissance Florence, and America's founding. What enabled these societies to make staggering jumps in scientific knowledge, develop new political structures, or create timeless works of art?
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Step back in time to the heart of one of England's most pivotal conflicts with "1471: The Battle of Barnet." Immerse yourself in the tumultuous era of the Wars of the Roses, where loyalty, ambition, and betrayal shaped the fate of kingdoms. This meticulously researched historical account transports readers to the spring of 1471, a time when England teetered on the brink of chaos, torn apart by the rival factions of Lancaster and York. Through vivid...
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Imagine being trapped on a swing during a windstorm. Your anger and frustration propels you back and forth. Faster and faster. You want to get off, but you're not strong enough, big enough or quick enough. Holding on becomes impossible, draining you of any energy you have left.'
These are all emotions young Molly feels - and more - as she tries to navigate her way as a middle child with ADHD (Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) and ODD (Oppositional...
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Un mini ebook promocional que anima el lector a comprar la Historia de los Longobardos y la Historia Langobardorum. El mini ebook está compuesto por un breve prólogo, el texto en latín y el texto traducido que incluye imágenes, mapas y notas a pie de página. La cantidad de texto a traducir es de 4/5 carpetas. El precio a la venta por lo general es de 1 euro, pero a menudo se encuentra con descuento. El objetivo del libro es promocionar la historia...
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Pennine Dragon tells the true story of the legendary King Arthur. On the 1500th anniversary of Arthur's greatest battle at Badon, his whole life, family history and exploits are finally identified with those of a real historic ruler. Arthur Pendragon was actually a ruler recorded in history as Arthwys of the Pennines. He and his father ruled from the old Roman garrisons of Hadrian's Wall and the City of York and his base was Camulod (Camelot) in the...
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The title refers to the fact that the authors were Christian scholars who furnished spiritual light to the seventh century A.D. They also furnished intellectual light through their writings.Many eastern theologians are treated, such as Babai the Great, Sophronius of Jerusalem, Anastasius Sinaïta, Isaac of Nineveh, Maximus the Confessor, John Moschus, Timothy of Constantinople, etc.The western theologians are represented by the Venerable Bede, Pope...
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Descubre la cara oculta de la Edad Media en este fascinante recorrido por sus aspectos más oscuros y olvidados. Desde la crueldad de la Inquisición y los horrores de la Peste Negra, hasta la persecución de brujas y el miedo a la magia, este libro te llevará a lo profundo de una época llena de supersticiones, abusos y violencia. Ideal para quienes desean conocer la historia real, más allá de los mitos románticos y las imágenes idealizadas,...
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The natural desire to visit places which have been the scene of memorable actions, or the abode of distinguished personages, had from a very early period drawn pious pilgrims from the east and the west to view those spots which had been hallowed by the presence of the Son of God. The toils and the dangers of the journey were unheeded, when set in comparison with the bliss of pouring forth prayer on Calvary, and bathing in the waves of Jordan, whose...
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Bajo las garras verdes es la cita dantesca de una batalla épica, que acabó con una matanza hacia finales del siglo XIII, entre un ejército franco-güelfo, enviado por el papa Martín IV, y los últimos gibelinos italianos que quedaban tras la muerte de Federico II. Estos habían venido de toda Italia a Forlí, para defenderla como última ciudad gibelina que mantenía las leyes imperiales y con una impactante salida sorprendieron y masacraron al...
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"1097: The Siege of Antioch" plunges readers into the heart of one of the most pivotal moments of the First Crusade, capturing the fervor, the strife, and the sheer human will that defined this historic siege. This meticulously researched narrative not only chronicles the military maneuvers and the strategies of both the Crusaders and their adversaries but also delves deep into the personal stories of courage, faith, and determination that wove the...
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What does it feel like to create a life on your terms? Where your health, relationships, finances and mindset are all supercharged with positive momentum and intent?
The 4 Pillars offers a template on how to shape your life towards fulfilment in these areas; where you learn to master your health, take control of your relationships, grow your finances and develop a clear and positive mindset.
The 4 Pillars is your roadmap to a better life.
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"…and they laid all waste with dreadful havoc, trod with unhallowed feet the holy places, dug up the altars, and carried off all the treasures of the holy church. Some of the brethren they killed; some they carried off in chains; many they cast out, naked and loaded with insults; some they drowned in the sea." -Simeon of Durham, A History of the Community of Durham Beginning in 789 CE, the Vikings raided monasteries, sacked settlements and invaded...
18) Conquered Shores
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Shannon has visions--dark visions of the future. She dismisses them as memories from the last Viking raid that happened years ago. After seeing the dreaded dragon's head appear from the mists, she knows that the barbarians have returned to rob her village once again. Her life will change forever when she is captured by a handsome Viking, Gunnar Ravenshield. Ravenshield captures a strong-willed Irish woman from her village and whisks her away to Dublin,...
19) Coats of Arms
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With full-color pages accessible to readers of any age, this how and why quick-start guide explains knighthood and nobility and royalty, what Coats of Arms mean, how to create your own, and how to assemble those of your ancestors. Heraldry is the art and profession of creating designs within shield-shaped outlines meant to identify important individuals and their descendants, as well as organizations (towns, schools, corporations) and nations. These...
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The Art of Medieval Warfare: Strategies, Tactics, and Weapons of the BattlefieldThis comprehensive outline explores the fascinating world of medieval warfare, delving into the strategies, tactics, and weaponry that shaped the battlefields of this era.Part I: The Strategy of Medieval WarExamines the various goals of medieval warfare, from conquest and defense to religious campaigns.Discusses the importance of campaign planning, logistics, and supply...
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