Download or read book Great Battles for Boys written by Joe Giorello and published by . This book was released on 2018-11-10 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Filled with historic photographs, maps, and short, powerful chapters, "Great Battles for Boys" captures the attention of even reluctant readers. History leaps off the page through the blood, sweat, and sacrifice of soldiers fighting America's earliest battles, from Bunker Hill and San Juan Hill to The Alamo and The Lost Battalion of WWI.
Download or read book The Battle of the Books written by Joseph M. Levine and published by Cornell University Press. This book was released on 1991 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1. Wotton vs. Temple -- 2. Bentley vs. Christ Church -- 3. Stroke and Counterstroke -- 4. The Querelle -- 5. Ancient Greece and Modern Scholarship -- 6. Pope's Iliad -- 7. Pope and the Quarrel between the Ancients and the Moderns -- 8. Bentley's Milton -- 9. History and Theory -- 10. Ancients -- 11. Moderns -- 12. Ancients and Moderns.
Download or read book 1001 Battles That Changed the Course of History written by R. G. Grant and published by Chartwell Books. This book was released on 2017-10-24 with total page 963 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This historical account of humanity's 5000 year history of recorded conflict looks at ancient wars, modern conflict, and everything in-between.
Download or read book Battles That Changed History written by and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the fury of the Punic Wars to the onslaught of Operation Desert Storm, relive the most famous battles in history in this gripping guide. This military history book takes you on a journey through the battlefields of history, from the ancient world to the American Civil War, World War II, Vietnam, the Cold War, and beyond. Maps, paintings, and photographs reveal the stories behind more than 90 of the most important battles ever to take place, and show how fateful decisions led to glorious victories and crushing defeats. From medieval battles and great naval confrontations to the era of high-tech air battles, key campaigns are illustrated and analysed in detail - the weapons, the soldiers, and the military strategy. Famous military leaders are profiled, including Alexander the Great, Napoleon, and Rommel, and crucial arms, armour, and equipment are explained. Whether at Marathon, Agincourt, Gettysburg, or Stalingrad, Battles that Changed History takes you into the thick of combat, and shows how kingdoms and empires have been won and lost on the battlefield.
Download or read book Battle written by Richard Holmes and published by Knopf Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 1995 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a history of battles, from the hand-to-hand combat of the ancient Assyrians to the artillery actions of World War I.
Download or read book Great Battles Armies written by and published by Parragon. This book was released on 2014-03-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the key conflicts that have shaped history. Using dramatic illustrations and clear-cut diagrams, 'Great Battles & Armies' delves into the tactics used by the boldest military geniuses as well as the courage of soldiers who were part of the most powerful armies in history. The cutaway illustrations bring the conflicts to life and allow you to step onto the battlefield to peer behind the scenes and explore the tactics and weapons of diverse armies and their brilliant leaders. --Page 4 of cover.
Download or read book Battles that Changed History written by Rupert Butler and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marathon, Cannae, Hattin, Blenheim, Waterloo and The Somme-the names of some battles do not fade with the passing of time. Each battle is explored in detail over more than eight pages. Included are concise accounts of each battle, with a broader introductory context and an analysis of the aftermath. A specially commissioned color map illustrating t
Download or read book Great Space Battles written by Stewart Cowley and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Great Battles of World War I written by John MacDonald and published by Smithmark Publishers. This book was released on 1997-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Computer graphics recreate 18 of World War I's most important battles.
Download or read book The Mammoth Book of Modern Battles written by Jon E. Lewis and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2011-08-04 with total page 634 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the start of the 20th century to the most recent major offensives, here are fifty accounts of the battles that made the modern world, described in superb detail by historians and writers including John Keegan, Alan Clark, John Strawson, Charles Mey, John Pimlott, and John Laffin. All the major conflicts are covered, from two world wars, through Korea, Vietnam, Bosnia, Chechnya, to Iraq and Afghanistan. Among the battles featured are: the Somme, Passchendaele, Battle of Britain, Stalingrad, El Alamein, Monte Cassino, Omaha Beach, Iwa Jima, Dien Bien Phu, Ia Drang, Hamburger Hill, Desert Storm, Kabul, Baghdad, and Basra.
Download or read book Body Battles written by Rita Golden Gelman and published by Scholastic Paperbacks. This book was released on 1992 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains how viruses and bacteria can make people sick, shows how the body keeps them out, and suggests ways to help your body avoid illness
Download or read book Greatest Battles of WWII 5 Books in 1 Epic Battles That Changed History written by Edgar Wollstone and published by AJS. This book was released on with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hitler, who was responsible for the execution of a million Jews, finally kills himself by pulling a pistol at his head, an ignoble death for a tyrannical leader. When Germany attacked Poland, it pushed the warring nations to another brutal war and thrust the world into a vortex of chaotic bloodshed. The Soviet changed sides, pledging allegiance first to Germany and then to the Allies. When Pearl Harbor is attacked, the United States of America is finally drawn into the war reopening the pacific theatre in all grandiose in the dramatic Battle of Atlantic. Japan’s island Okinawa becomes a bone of contention and Allied powers engage in leapfrogging to reach and invade mainland Japan, but they face stout defense. While Japan and Allies lock horns in the decisive Battle of Okinawa and Battle of Midway and D-Day finally seals victory for the Allied powers, Stalin and Hitler fight each other in the prestigious Battle of Stalingrad. Did Hitler award his country’s highest Medal of Honor to a British spy? What is the story of deception that Allied powers invent to ensnare Hitler? How did the Okinawans resist when their island was the battleground for two mighty powers? How did the once-magnificent Stalingrad city become a rubble-strewn city of ghosts? How did the serene beaches of Omaha earn the moniker ‘deadly Omaha’? Read this book that tells the story of commanders, soldiers, and civilians that resisted and fought the five deadliest battles of World War Two.
Download or read book Moment of Battle written by James Lacey and published by Bantam. This book was released on 2013-05-21 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two modern masters of military history make their case for the twenty most pivotal battles of all time, in a riveting trip through the ages to those moments when the fate of the world hung in the balance. In the grand tradition of Edward Creasy’s classic Fifteen Decisive Battles of the World, James Lacey and Williamson Murray spotlight only those engagements that changed the course of civilization. In gripping narrative accounts they bring these conflicts and eras to vivid life, detailing the cultural imperatives that led inexorably to the battlefield, the experiences of the common soldiers who fought and died, and the legendary commanders and statesmen who matched wits, will, and nerve for the highest possible stakes. From the great clashes of antiquity to the high-tech wars of the twenty-first century, here are the stories of the twenty most consequential battles ever fought, including • Marathon, where Greece’s “greatest generation” repelled Persian forces three times their numbers—and saved Western civilization in its infancy • Adrianople, the death blow to a disintegrating Roman Empire • Trafalgar, the epic naval victory that cemented a century of British supremacy over the globe • Saratoga, the first truly American victory, won by united colonial militias, which ensured the ultimate triumph of the Revolution • Midway, the ferocious World War II sea battle that broke the back of the Japanese navy • Dien Bien Phu, the climactic confrontation between French imperial troops and Viet Minh rebels that led to American intervention in Vietnam and marked the rise of a new era of insurgent warfare • Operation Peach, the perilous 2003 mission to secure a vital bridge over the Euphrates River that would open the way to Baghdad Historians and armchair generals will argue forever about which battles have had the most direct impact on history. But there can be no doubt that these twenty are among those that set mankind on new trajectories. Each of these epochal campaigns is examined in its full historical, strategic, and tactical context—complete with edge-of-your-seat you-are-there battle re-creations. With an eye for the small detail as well as the bigger picture, Lacey and Murray identify the elements that bind these battles together: the key decisions, critical mistakes, and moments of crisis on which the fates of entire civilizations depended. Some battles merely leave a field littered with the bodies of the fallen. Others transform the map of the entire world. Moment of Battle is history written with the immediacy of today’s news, a magisterial tour d’horizon that refreshes our understanding of those essential turning points where the future was decided. A MAIN SELECTION OF THE HISTORY BOOK CLUB AND THE MILITARY BOOK CLUB “Two world-class historians present, eloquently and persuasively, twenty battles that fundamentally changed the course of history. Moment of Battle is a must acquisition for anyone seeking to understand the nature of human development—and its turning points.”—Dennis E. Showalter, professor of history, Colorado College, author of Armor and Blood “In a single volume, James Lacey and Williamson Murray have distilled a lifetime of learning and insight into the most influential battles in world history. This is a readable and compelling primer and a feast for the student of military history.”—James D. Hornfischer, author of Neptune’s Inferno: The U.S. Navy at Guadalcanal
Download or read book Battle of the Books written by Lee Burress and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 1989 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book covers many important events for those studying censorship conflicts.
Download or read book The Battle of the Books written by Jonathan Swift and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 1886 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Battle of The Books and other Short Pieces written by Jonathan Swift and published by Namaskar Book. This book was released on 2024-02-02 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the wit and wisdom of Jonathan Swift with "The Battle of The Books and other Short Pieces" by Jonathan Swift. Join the celebrated author as he takes you on a literary journey through a collection of thought-provoking essays and satirical works that continue to captivate readers to this day. As you delve into Swift's insightful writings, prepare to be engaged by his razor-sharp wit and keen observations on society, politics, and human nature. From the whimsical allegory of "The Battle of the Books" to the biting satire of "A Modest Proposal," each piece showcases Swift's unparalleled talent for blending humor with social commentary. But beyond the laughter and satire, "The Battle of The Books and other Short Pieces" offers readers a glimpse into the complexities of Swift's mind and the timeless relevance of his ideas. Swift's incisive commentary on the follies of mankind continues to resonate with readers, prompting reflection on the enduring issues of his time and ours. Yet, amidst the humor and irony, a profound question emerges: What enduring truths can we glean from Swift's writings, and how do they shed light on the human condition? Engage with Swift's thought-provoking essays through clever wordplay and astute observations that challenge conventional wisdom and provoke thought. As you navigate through the varied landscape of Swift's literary genius, you'll discover a treasure trove of insights into the complexities of human nature and society. Now, as you delve into "The Battle of The Books and other Short Pieces," consider this: How can Swift's writings inspire us to question authority, challenge societal norms, and strive for a more just and enlightened world? Don't miss the opportunity to experience the brilliance of Jonathan Swift's wit and wisdom with "The Battle of The Books and other Short Pieces." Acquire your copy today and embark on a literary journey that will entertain, enlighten, and provoke thought long after the final page is turned. ```
Download or read book The Battle 100 written by Michael Lee Lanning and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2005-04-01 with total page 540 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A single day in the heat of armed conflict can shape the future of the world. Throughout history, individual battles have inspired the birth of nations, the devastation of cultures and the triumph of revolutions. Yet while some battles rise up as the cornerstones of history, others fade in our cultural memory, forgotten as minor skirmishes. Why is this so? What makes a battle "important"? Celebrated veteran and military expert Michael Lee Lanning offers a provocative response with The Battle 100: The Stories Behind History's Most Influential Battles. Lanning ranks history's 100 greatest battles according to their influence, both immediate and long-term. Thought-provoking and controversial, Lanning's rankings take us to the heart of the battles and reveal their true greatness.
