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Esta obra reúne dois dos mais brilhantes diálogos de Platão, notável discípulo de Sócrates, mentor de Aristóteles e um dos mais abrangentes e influentes escritores da história da filosofia. O Banquete apresenta uma discussão entre alguns dos cérebros filósofos da antiguidade sobre o amo (Eros), com destaque para as sábias palavras de Sócrates. Em Apologia de Sócrates, Platão traz o registro de uma das defesas mais majestosas da História, na qual seu mestre foi julgado e condenado à morte sob a acusação de subverter a juventude em Atenas.

These audio recordings include a 1977 interview with 108 year old Florence Pannel, born in 1868, discussing living and working in Paris and Victorian England; a 1970 interview with Frances 'Effy' Jones recalling being one of the first women trained to use a typewriter, and life as a young woman in 1890s London; Berta Ruck, a romantic novelist, remembering her formative years at art school, and the culture shock she experienced after moving from her home in Wales to the hustle and bustle in the heart of Victorian London; and a 1972 interview with 83 year old Violet Turner.

Der Held des 20. Jahrhunderts: Er hat Hitler aufgehalten. Unter den herausragenden Politikern des 20. Jahrhunderts ist Churchill der schillerndste. Hollywood hat den Adeligen mit der Zigarre längst zu einer Film- und Heldenfigur überhöht. Seine Sätze, dass er etwa »außer Blut, Schweiß und Tränen« nichts zu bieten habe, sind geflügelte Worte. Churchill gilt als einer der größten Redner der Geschichte, hat seinen aufwendigen Lebensunterhalt als Schriftsteller und Journalist bestritten und wurde mit dem Nobelpreis für Literatur ausgezeichnet.

Dark clouds cast a shadow over 17th century Europe and color the continent in a dark fog. When they break out, a deluge of blood and sweat rolls over the countries, destroying landscapes and wiping out entire cities. There has never been a more merciless war in the history of Europe. Between state-building and religious conflicts, soldiers are sent to certain death and villages are razed to the ground.

The search for justice for this one man's death—his body found in broad daylight, with tape over his eyes, an undisguised hit—would deliver more than the truth. It exposed his status as an informant and led to protests, campaigns, far-reaching changes to British law, a historic ruling from a senior judicial body, a ground-breaking police investigation, and bitter condemnation from a US Congressional commission.

In literary legend, Faustus is the quintessential occult personality of early modern Europe. The historical Faustus, however, was something quite different: a magus—a learned magician fully embedded in the scholarly currents and public life of the Renaissance. And he was hardly the only one. Anthony Grafton argues that the magus in sixteenth-century Europe was a distinctive intellectual type, both different from and indebted to medieval counterparts as well as contemporaries like the engineer, the artist, the Christian humanist, and the religious reformer.

Are you fascinated by the transformative battles that have shaped our world? The Battle of Lepanto is a thrilling voyage to one of history’s most pivotal naval confrontations. This audiobook isn’t just about a battle; it’s a compelling narrative weaving together military innovation, intense diplomacy, and the birth of cultural masterpieces. Inside this audiobook, you’ll embark on a journey through the turbulent waters leading up to and beyond this legendary clash. Every chapter contains a treasure trove for enthusiasts of 16th-century naval warfare and history aficionados.

While music has always been an integral part of the lives of the people of the British Isles and the diaspora around the world, an exploration of why this is so has seldom been explored. Celtic Song will take listeners on a journey to the past through a medium that uplifts the spirit and speaks to the heart.

¿Sabía que la Alemania nazi fue pionera en legislar en favor del ecologismo y los derechos de los animales?, ¿o que su origen está estrechamente vinculado a las vanguardias artísticas?, ¿que el British Union of Fascists fue el primer partido británico que tuvo un 10% de militancia femenina? ¿Y que trató de aunar las reivindicaciones sociales con la Tercera Posición? En torno al término fascismo se han alimentado las más variadas opiniones y definiciones por lo que siempre es objeto de debate en las ciencias políticas pero, ¿realmente sabemos lo que es?

¿Estuvo implicado Alfonso XIII en el golpe de Estado de 1923?, ¿se produjeron mejoras sociales y económicas? ¿Dimitió voluntariamente Primo de Rivera? (tag de abajo) Los seis años que abarca la dictadura de Miguel Primo de Rivera (1923-1930) supone uno de los periodos de la historia de España menos conocidos, quizás, porque no pocos historiadores la han calificado como un paréntesis vacío dentro de la Restauración borbónica. Hoy sabemos que, en absoluto, fue un hombre campechano sin ideología.

Die griechische Mythologie gehört zweifellos zu den bekanntesten Legenden der Welt. Wie die meisten Menschen hatten auch die Olympier mit einer Vielzahl von Familiendramen zu kämpfen. Dieses Buch befasst sich eingehend mit der Genealogie der griechischen Götter und den Beziehungen, die sie zueinander hatten, seien sie nun gut, böse oder gar inzestuös.

La gente se emociona leyendo sobre caballeros de brillante armadura que corren por el campo de batalla y hacen todo tipo de obras caballerescas. Este es un libro sobre una de las órdenes de caballeros más conocidas de la Edad Media. Lo mejor de todo es que no se trata de ficción; los templarios fueron muy reales y su historia es asombrosa.

Since the reign of Emperor Tiberius, an uneasy peace has existed along the Danube frontier between the various Sarmatian tribal kingdoms to the north and the Roman Empire to the south. Now, a new threat has emerged in Dacia, as the aged King Duras seeks to unite his people; a feat not witnessed since the legendary King Burebista more than a century before.

Great British Houses: The Anglophile’s Guide to Britain’s Stately Homes is a comprehensive and fascinating guide to some of the most magnificent and historically significant houses in Britain. This book takes you on a journey through the grandest and most elegant homes, castles, and manors in Britain, and provides you with a wealth of information about their history, culture, and architectural significance. In this book, you can explore the grandeur of houses like Highclere Castle, the setting for the popular TV series Downton Abbey, or the stunning Blenheim Palace, which was the ...

Discover the soul of Sicily with Gianni Arcaini's captivating exploration in "Italy Then and Now: Sicily." Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Sicily, an island that has shaped the very heart of Italy through its unique language, pivotal role in national history, and integral part in the unification of Italy. "Italy Then and Now: Sicily" is your gateway to understanding the essence of this magnificent region. Experience the allure of Sicily's renowned celebrities, savor its mouthwatering cuisine and exquisite wines, and wander through its vibrant cities and breathtaking sites. This ...

十六世紀にはヨーロッパの二流国に過ぎなかったイギリス。それがなぜ世界を動かす帝国になり得たのか?

On 26th May 1986, the body of an undercover British agent was found by the side of a muddy lane, with a rope tied around its wrists and tape over each eye. The brutal killing of Frank Hegarty began a decades-long search for justice. In a compulsive blend of investigative journalism and true crime thriller, Henry Hemming exposes the parallel worlds of the IRA and British intelligence through the lives of those inextricably bound up in both.

It is generally accepted that Queen Victoria reigned but did not rule. This couldn’t be more wrong. In Queen Victoria and Her Prime Ministers, Anne Somerset masterfully traces Victoria’s political evolution, from headstrong teenager to seasoned octogenarian. This book demonstrates her passionate involvement in state affairs, and casts fresh light on her relationships with her ten prime ministers.

When the celebrated critic and cultural historian Alexandra Harris returned to her childhood home of West Sussex, she realised that she barely knew the place at all. As she probed beneath the surface, excavating layers of archival records and everyday objects, bringing a lifetime's reading to bear on the place where she started, hundreds of unexpected stories and hypnotic voices emerged from the area's past. Who has stood here, she asks; what did they see?

Die AfD ist in Ostdeutschland auf dem Vormarsch. In Umfragen ist sie oftmals die stärkste Partei, und liegt in einigen Bundesländern gar bei 35 Prozent. Doch das heißt: zwei Drittel der Ostdeutschen wählen nicht AfD. Susan Arndt gibt dieser oft übersehenen Mehrheit in ihrem sehr persönlichen Buch eine Stimme und zeigt, dass es auch ein anderes Ostdeutschland gibt und die AfD ein gesamtdeutsches Problem ist.