Academic : History : Modern history, 1453- : 1789-

Originally published in 1957, this enduring classic cowritten by a Japanese suicide pilot—now completely revised to include the valuable insight and perspective gained by the author since the time of the book’s initial publication—remains a touching and insightful look into the world of the kamikaze. more...

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Shed some light on one of history’s darkest periods. The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to the Middle Ages gives readers the beginning, middle, and end of the era, starting with the fall of the Roman Empire in the year 550 and ending with the Renaissance in 1500— and covers some uncomfortable similarities between the so-called “Dark Ages” and today’s “modern world.”. ·A fascinating, fact-filled book that delivers more than a thousand years of history in easy-to-understand chapters. ·Many AP European History students are urged to read an overview of medieval Europe to aid in their understanding of modern Europe, and a number of high schools have adopted elective courses in medieval history. ·Complete with a timeline, a who’s who, and guides to further reading and the Middle Ages in film more...

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Illicit love, madness, betrayal--it isn’t always good to be the queen Marie Antoinette, Anne Boleyn, and Mary, Queen of Scots. What did they have in common? For a while they were crowned in gold, cosseted in silk, and flattered by courtiers. more...

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The Red Army's invasion of Berlin in January 1945 was one of the most terrifying examples of fire and sword in history. Frenzied by terrible memories of Wehrmacht and SS brutality, the Russians wreaked havoc, leaving hundreds of thousands of civilians dead and millions more fleeing westward. Drawing upon newly available material from former Soviet files, as well as from German, American, British, French, and Swedish archives, bestselling author Antony Beevor vividly recounts the experiences of the millions of civilians and soldiers caught up in the nightmare of the Third Reich's final collapse. The Fall of Berlin 1945 is a heartrending story of pride, stupidity, fanaticism, revenge, and savagery, yet it is also one of astonishing human endurance, self-sacrifice, and survival against all odds. more...

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You€™ll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer€™s. It€™s like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go -- they€™ve done the legwork for you, and they€™re not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer€™s Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of shopping, and nightlife. You€™d be lost without us! Whether you€™re a first-time visitor doing the grand tour or a seasoned traveler planning a multi-country itinerary, Frommer€™s Europe by Rail is a must. The official guidebook of Rail Europe, this user-friendly volume has everything you€™ll need to plan a successful train trip through, Europe, from descriptions of the best scenic lines and high-speed rail routes to detailed information on reservations procedures and all of the rail passes available to visitors. We€™ve also included a wide array of options in a variety of price ranges, from large hotels and world-renowned dining rooms to charming guesthouses and simple cafes. There€™s something here for every taste, interest, and budget. Just because we€™re covering such a wide territory doesn€™t mean that we€™ve skimped on the details. You€™ll find an astounding depth of accurate, up-to-date information, including timetables, detailed city and route maps, exact prices, open hours, metro stops, rail pass options, train station amenities, train interior photos, and more. We€™ll take you to Europe€™s major cities and most charming towns, where we offer complete sightseeing, shopping, and nightlife coverage and review the best accommodations and dining for the rail traveler. But we don€™t stop there. We€™ve designed easy-to-follow point-to-point itineraries that help you make the most out of your time in Europe, includ more...

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