Catalog Search Results
81) Caballeros medievales: Una guía fascinante sobre los caballeros del Santo Sepulcro, los caballeros
Author
Language
Español
Description
¿Sabía usted que muchos caballeros medievales eran en realidad monjes?
Lea los relatos, historias y leyendas de los caballeros medievales y los grupos a los que pertenecían. Algunos son más conocidos que otros, aunque todos desempeñaron un papel en la historia.
Profundice en las historias de los caballeros hospitalarios y de los caballeros del Santo Sepulcro en su guerra contra infieles y paganos. Conozca a los llamados «hermanos leprosos»...
Author
Language
Español
Description
¿Sabía que Rusia, como estado unido, no se formó hasta el siglo XVI?
Hoy en día, Rusia es el país más grande y uno de los más poblados del mundo. Desde las primeras y primitivas formaciones estatales del siglo IX hasta la creación del primer verdadero zarato de Rusia en 1547, la historia de la Rusia medieval está llena de constantes luchas por el poder, rivalidades personales entre varios príncipes, guerras sangrientas y búsqueda de identidad.
Este...
83) West Virginia Coal Wars: A Captivating Guide to the Mine Wars and the Battle of Blair Mountain, t
Author
Language
English
Description
Did you know the coal fields of West Virginia were the scene of violence and strife between coal miners and coal company management in the early 20th century?
The West Virginia Coal Wars are often overlooked in US history. It is time that changed.
Several lessons can be learned from what happened during the West Virginia Coal Wars. These confrontations led to developments in labor relations that define collective bargaining to this day. There were...
Author
Language
English
Description
Imperial Rome saw the rise of good and bad emperors. How much do you really know about their lives?
To this day, we feel the influence of imperial Rome. After all, imperial Rome was one of the first successful "melting pots" of cultures. The Romans took what worked and discarded what didn't work, showing that it was possible to have a stable, centralized government over an extremely large area.
But there's also another side to imperial Rome. Intrigue,...
85) Western Civilization: A Captivating Guide to Ancient Greek and Roman Civilizations, Christianity
Author
Language
English
Description
Did you know that Western civilization has influenced the lives of almost everyone alive today?
What do you know about Western civilization? It might sound like a funny question to ask, but a lot of people don't realize how much the West has impacted the world. The values of Western civilization have influenced laws, people's sense of individuality, and even our morals.
This audiobook will trace Western civilization back to its roots. In this epic...
86) Battle of Lepanto: A Captivating Guide to the Pivotal Naval Conflict between the Ottoman Turks an
Author
Language
English
Description
Dive into the tides of history: Unravel the epic story of the Battle of Lepanto!
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,...
87) Scramble for Africa: A Captivating Guide to European Expansion, Colonial Conflicts, the Berlin Confe
Author
Language
English
Description
Step into the riveting saga of the Scramble for Africa and learn about the dramatic reshaping of the African continent.
This audiobook offers a lens into the pivotal moments that saw Africa carved and claimed by European powers. Explore the technological revolution that was occurring in the backdrop, as well as the indomitable spirit of the Africans who resisted colonial rule.
The Berlin Conference: Discover how a meeting in Berlin under Otto von...
Author
Language
Español
Description
Si desea descubrir la fascinante historia de los vascos, siga leyendo... Los vascos viven en una porción de los Pirineos en el extremo suroeste de Francia y al otro lado de la cordillera en el centro-norte de España, centrados en las ciudades de Pamplona y Donostia. Mientras que algunos viven fuera de esta área actualmente, muchos todavía llaman a esta región su hogar. Estas resistentes personas han vivido en las estribaciones de las escarpadas...
89) Conquest of the Americas: A Captivating Guide to the Discovery of the New World, European Coloniz
Author
Language
English
Description
Unveil the Unspoken Truths Behind the Conquest of the Americas
Dive into a riveting exploration of one of history's most astonishing chapters – the audacious conquest of the Americas by a handful of daring conquistadors. This book peels back the layers of history to reveal a story far more complex and gripping than the simplistic tale of firepower overcoming sheer numbers.
Discover Intriguing Insights:
Chapters Uncover:
Don't miss this enthralling...
90) History of Havana: A Captivating Guide to the History of the Capital of Cuba, Starting from Chris
Author
Language
English
Description
The story of Havana has all the elements of a great epic. It has tragic heroes and cunning villains, dramatic battles and fine culture, explosions, killings, horrible murders, rousing speeches, and courageous displays of determination. The history of Cuba's capital is about more than just one city. It's about the astounding resilience of the Cuban people, a people that has been through so much and yet continues to bounce back, a people that is known...
Author
Language
English
Description
How does the Byzantine Empire, which fell in 1453, still apply to us today?
Many of us do not know much about the Byzantine Empire; it lived on in the East after the Roman Empire fell, but its one-thousand-year history is full of innovations that have changed how we create art, write laws, and think about our lives today. The Byzantine Empire was a key factor that started the Italian Renaissance and moved Western Europe out of the Middle Ages. Far...
92) Great Famine: A Captivating Guide to the History of the Great Hunger in Ireland From 1845 to 1849
Author
Language
English
Description
Uncover the Saga of Resilience and Survival in The Great Famine
In this audiobook, you are invited on a journey back to the 1840s, to the heart of Ireland's darkest hour. Witness the profound impact of the Great Famine, an event that reshaped not only Ireland but also the world.
Discover the Roots of Tragedy
• Delve into the history of agriculture in Ireland and understand the deep-seated vulnerabilities of this nation.
• Explore the rise of...
93) New Zealand: A Captivating Guide to the History of the Land of the Long White Cloud and Māori People
Author
Language
English
Description
Two manuscripts in one audiobook:
In the first part of this audiobook, you will learn about:
In the second part of this audiobook, you will discover:
Scroll up and click the "add to cart" button to begin learning about New Zealand and Māori History!
Author
Language
English
Description
Explore how the Korean War started, the aftermath, and the events in between!
The narrative of the Korean War in the West, and particularly in the United States, tells the tale of a conflict between two global superpowers and competing ideologies in a far-flung corner of the globe. The reality is that the wheels of motion that drove the country to war in 1950 began turning long before American boots set foot on Korean soil. The heart of the conflict...
95) The Hundred Years' War: A Captivating Guide to One of the Most Notable Conflicts of the Middle Ages
Author
Language
English
Description
If you want to discover the captivating history of the Hundred Years' War, then pay attention...
Two captivating manuscripts in one audiobook:
The Hundred Years' War: A Captivating Guide to the Conflicts Between the English House of Plantagenet and the French House of Valois That Took Place During the Middle Ages
Joan of Arc: A Captivating Guide to a Heroine of France and Her Role During the Lancastrian Phase of the Hundred Years' War
Some of the...
Author
Language
English
Description
Explore the fascinating life of Jackie Kennedy!
Without a doubt, the name Jacqueline Kennedy draws multiple thoughts to mind. She is, perhaps, most well-known for her service as the first lady of the United States when her husband, John F. Kennedy, took office as the president, and for her role in restoring the White House. Then, of course, other people remember Jackie for her role in the fashion industry, particularly her pink Chanel suit and matching...
Author
Language
Español
Description
Explore la fascinante historia de una guerra que pocas veces se menciona en los libros de texto estadounidenses.
La guerra del Paraguay de 1864-1870 fue la guerra más sangrienta entre naciones de la historia de Sudamérica. Descubra cómo el pequeño Paraguay tenía un tirano con un ego gigantesco y el mayor ejército del continente, y cómo y por qué invadió Brasil y Argentina. Entérese sobre la mayor batalla naval de la historia de Sudamérica...
98) Modern Europe: A Captivating Guide to European History, Starting From the End of the Middle Ages to
Author
Language
English
Description
Europe is home to some of the greatest artists and some of the most brutal wars in world history.
Revolutions, reformations, and the Renaissance-it took a lot of movements to turn medieval Europe into what we know today. The world was shaped by Europe's contributions to art, literature, science, culture, religion, and technology.
Not only has Europe been at the forefront of intellectual movements, but it has also been a part of some of the bloodiest...
99) History of Britain: A Captivating Guide to Events and Facts You Should Know about the Story of Engl
Author
Language
English
Description
The vast history of Britain is now at your fingertips!
Britain has a long history, from the days of Roman settlements, such as Londinium (modern-day London), to the days of Britain ruling the waves to the subsequent decline of the empire and the rise of the commonwealth. It is hard to cover the entire history of Britain in just one book. However, this text seeks to break its history down into easily digestible sections.
This book starts us off at...
100) History of Georgia: A Captivating Guide to the People and Events That Shaped the History of the Peac
Author
Language
English
Description
Georgia's history is more than just peaches-it's a story of prisoners, preachers, and presidents who rose above the status quo to help transform a nation.
Georgia has been home to many influential figures in US history, including President Jimmy Carter and Martin Luther King Jr. But how much do you really know about the state?
Did you know, for instance, that Georgia was the last of the Thirteen Colonies to be created? Or that it was the last state...
In Clover
Didn't find what you need? Items not owned by VOKAL can be requested from other Clover libraries to be delivered to your local library for pickup.
Make a purchase suggestion
Can't find what you are looking for? Try our Materials Request Service. Submit Request