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Explore the Captivating Life of P.T. BarnumHe wasn’t always the Great Showman. In fact, Phineas Taylor Barnum grew up in relative poverty with only his wits to help him along. When his father died, the fifteen-year-old boy entered the working world as a shopkeeper’s assistant. In leaps and bounds, he worked his way from assistant to shop owner, lottery office owner, and eventually, entertainment promoter. The bulk of his career was focused on his beloved American Museum, where thousands of ticket-holders flocked every day to look at the human oddities, stuffed animals, live whale, and American memorabilia. In the Barnum and Bailey Circus, we see the culmination of the renowned man’s life’s work.Some of the topics covered in this book include:The Inn-Keeper’s SonLottery ManiaThe Herald of FreedomLeasing Joice HethBarnum’s American MuseumGeneral Tom Thumb Goes to EnglandThe Swedish Nightingale‘The Drunkard’ at the Moral Lecture RoomBankruptcy and CriticismThe Family ManPublicist, Showman, AuthorThe Nancy Fish EraThe Greatest Show on EarthMore PolitickingThe Blackface MinstrelsThe Last ShowAnd much more!Get the book now to learn more about P.T. Barnum!

Explore the Captivating Life of Erik the RedA formidable figure with flaming red hair, a wild beard, and a temper to match is not the type of person most people would choose to cross swords with. And that, by all accounts, is a fitting description of Erik the Red. This was not a man to be taken lightly or challenged in battle. He was courageous on the battlefield, an accomplished seafarer, indomitable warrior, and unstoppable adventurer. In short, Erik the Red was everything we imagine a Viking to be.Some of the topics covered in this captivating history book include:Erik the Red’s Early Life in NorwayThe Settlement of Iceland and the Viking AgeErik’s Early Years in IcelandMurder Most FoulErik the ExplorerSettling in GreenlandGreenland to VinlandErik’s Offspring and their voyages to VinlandDecline of VinlandErik the Pagan and Christianity in GreenlandThe Decline of the Greenland ColonyModern GreenlandAnd much, much more!Scroll to the top and select the "Add to Cart" button to learn more about Erik the Red!

Explore the Captivating Life of James MadisonJames Madison earned the title “Father of the Constitution.” How did this man who was diminutive of stature with a weak constitution produce such an energetic document? Through more than 200 years, it stands like a silent sentinel to protect the freedom and independence of the American people.It was a time when the Americans were weary from the tumult of the Revolution, but Madison’s job had barely begun. He realized that it was up to him now to help fashion the future of a country that would outlive him.Although characterized as introverted and pensive, Madison had a ferocious absorption to persevere until he could effectively shepherd the Constitution through all the logistical stages necessary to make it real.In this new captivating history book, you'll discover the story of his remarkable life from beginning to end.This captivating history book covers topics such as:Early Life and EducationJames Madison: Prankster and Protester!Spirit of the RevolutionThe Governor’s Council – The Second Continental Congress and its AftermathJames Madison: Father of the ConstitutionCongress or Not: That Is the QuestionDelicate Dolley – Manipulative Hamilton – Wild LyonSecretary of State and Fourth PresidentPartial Retirement and DeathAnd much more!So if you want to learn more about the remarkable life of James Madison, click "add to cart"!

Explore the Captivating History of Gilgamesh the King and the Epic of GilgameshRarely does a name survive as many millennia as Gilgamesh has. World-renowned men of letters such as Carl Gustav Jung and Rainer Maria Rilke spoke nothing but the highest praise for the ancient Babylonian epic about the popular and much beloved Sumerian king.Numerous works of literature have been either directly inspired by or openly mimic this epic, all from writers who have nothing but the utmost respect for this treasure written in cuneiform.One has to wonder, how come something so old, so detached from this crazy modern world became so beloved, something which hundreds of researchers and creators worldwide would end up not just liking but being enamored with?It can’t have been its historical value—older and more crucial written texts of Ancient Mesopotamia were found and translated for modern audiences both before and after the Epic. It must be something else, then. It must be its contents, or, more particularly, the culture that created it.The aim of this new captivating history book is to allow you to go on a remarkable journey into this magic part of Mesopotamian history so you can come to your own conclusion regarding the question above as well as discover the truth about Gilgamesh.Gilgamesh: A Captivating Guide to Gilgamesh the King and the Epic of Gilgamesh will reveal:The History of the EpicAll Eleven TabletsSumerian Poems About GilgameshAnd much, much more!So if you want to learn more about the Gilgamesh, click "add to cart"!

Explore the most enduring empire of the ancient Near EastFew nations were able to not only parry but also defeat the mighty Roman Empire, rivaling it in almost all segments. One of those was the Parthian empire, cultural and traditional successor of the more famous Achaemenid Persian empire that was brought down by the Alexander the Great.Indeed, the Parthians are recognized as one of the toughest enemies the Romans ever fought, and rightfully so. Parthian soldiers put the Roman legions to the test, making them prove their worth. Yet by looking at the Parthian empire solely as the "great enemies of Rome," it is easy to overlook other important parts of Parthian history. Simply by changing our perspective, we are able to see that the Parthians were not only warriors but also artists, builders, and traders; they did much more than just challenge the might of the Roman steel.By reading Parthian Empire: A Captivating Guide to the Enemy of the Roman Republic and Roman Empire, you will...Learn about the origins of the Parthian empireDiscover the rise of the Parthian empireGain startling knowledge about the Roman–Parthian WarsBe able to visualize the powerful military tactics that the Parthians used - tactics that gradually became the standard method of warfare in the Roman empire as wellExplore the remarkable art and culture of the ParthiansGo on a discovery to get a sense of the life in the Parthian empireAnd much, much more!So if you want to learn about the Parthian Empire without having to go through boring textbooks, click "add to cart"!

Explore the Captivating History of the Six Wives of Henry VIIIHenry VIII, King of England and Ireland in the first half of the 16th century, is one of history’s most famous monarchs for many reasons. He ruled ruthlessly, was quick to cry “treason!” and execute, and equally quick to fall in and out of love. Henry changed the religious fabric of England forever and left his mark on the wider world – but what of the six women he took as his queens?From the regal and capable Catherine of Aragon to the patient and generous Katherine Parr, Henry’s wives represented a range of personalities, goals, beliefs, and influences on the king. Each of Henry’s six wives represented a facet of the king himself, whether he liked to admit it or not; unfortunately, a Queen of England at the side of Henry VIII could never be sure of her husband’s love – or her safety. These are the stories of three Catherines, two Annes and one Jane.This captivating history book covers topics such as:Henry TudorCatherine of AragonMistress Elizabeth BlountMistress Mary BoleynAnne BoleynAnne of ClevesMistress Mary SheltonThe Wooing of Jane SeymourCatherine HowardThe Culpeper AffairKatherine ParrMore Theories on Henry Tudor’s FertilityThe Illegitimate Children of Henry VIIIAnd much more!So if you want to learn more about the six wives of Henry VIII, click "add to cart"!

Explore the Captivating History of UrThis book is about the city which houses the mighty Ziggurat. The Biblical “Ur of the Chaldees” where Abraham was supposedly born. The site near which the earliest human cultures were found. The site which held the most glorious Sumerian Dynasty in ancient history. This is the story of the city that was destined to die and be reborn every millennium or so, a city full of intrigue, magnificence, tragedy, and glory.By reading Ur: A Captivating Guide to One of the Most Important Sumerian City-States in Ancient Mesopotamia, you will...Get a sense of how Ur came to existence, how it grew, reached its zenith, fell, re-rose, and ultimately perished until it reemerged a little over a century and a half agoLearn of its history, laden with wars, trade, divine worship, political corruption, and entertainmentKnow why people of Abrahamic faiths in particular hold this city in high regardAnd learn much, much more about this remarkable ancient city.So if you want to learn about Ur, click "add to cart"!

Explore the captivating events and people of the Wars of Scottish IndependenceThe borderland between Scotland and England has historically been a site of struggle, violence, and conflict. This was acutely so during the First Scottish War of Independence. The tumult during this medieval period was grand, presenting a historical stage filled with memorable larger-than-life figures such as Edward I, William Wallace, also known as “Braveheart”, and Robert de Bruce.In this book, you'll discover the revolutionary events that formed both Scottish and English history.Wars of Scottish Independence: A Captivating Guide to the Battles Between the Kingdom of Scotland and the Kingdom of England, Including the Impact Made by King Robert the Bruce includes topics such as:Good Fences; Good NeighborsCrisisDefianceThe MartyrPower StrugglesInner StrifeThe Battle of BannockburnA Worthy KingThe Son of the Bruce & the Second War for IndependenceAnd much, much more!Get the book now and learn more about the Wars of Scottish Independence

Explore the Captivating History of the TudorsFive Tudor monarchs sat on the throne of England and Ireland from 1485 to 1603. The family earned their royal rights through strategic planning and battlefield prowess, and kept them because of intellect, strength and sheer determination. The Tudors, one of England’s most powerful and famous royal dynasties, knitted together a fragmented and small island nation that became one of the world’s financial, colonial and technological superpowers.There is so much more to the story of these kings and queens than beheadings, political marriages and the reformation of the church – but those events remain some of the family’s most enthralling moments.This captivating history book covers topics such as:The Tudors of WalesThe Wars of the RosesCatherine of Valois, Mother of the Tudor DynastyMargaret Beaufort, Second Tudor MatriarchKing Henry VIIArthur TudorKing Henry VIIIMargaret Tudor, Sister of Henry VIIIMary Tudor, Queen of FranceThe Birth of the Church of EnglandKing Henry VIII: Wives Two and ThreeKing Henry VIII: The Last Three WivesKing Edward VIThe Nine Days’ Queen, Jane GreyElizabeth TudorMary Stuart, Queen of ScotsAnd much more!So if you want to learn more about the Tudors, click "add to cart"!

Explore la fascinante vida de William WallacePuede reconocerlo por la película de Mel Gibson, Braveheart...Sir William Wallace (1270 - 1305) era -y es- un icono nacional escocés de máxima importancia. Nacido como el hijo más joven y sin tierras de un hombre de baja nobleza (Sir Malcolm Wallace), su sorprendente ascenso para convertirse en una leyenda militar e histórica, un patriota ejemplar y un héroe nacional, es una representación de la narrativa más desfavorecida con la que muchas personas se identifican en el cine y la vida real.Wallace se ganó un lugar en la historia por sus exitosos esfuerzos para liderar a las fuerzas de la resistencia escocesa que se unieron en contra el dominio inglés desde que Escocia fue conquistada en 1296.Algunos de los temas que se tratan en este libro incluyen:Orígenes misteriososLa mayoría de edad en crisisDesafío y cumplimientoLa profecíaEl levantamientoAmor en tiempos de guerraLa batalla de Stirling BridgeInvadiendo InglaterraEl Guardián de EscociaLa derrota en FalkirkUn forajido otra vezLa ejecución¡Y mucho más!

Explore the Captivating History of the Assyrian EmpireLocated in modern-day Iraq, ancient Mesopotamia, the land between the great Tigris and Euphrates rivers, is where it all began. It’s the part of the world where some 6,000 years ago people finally said goodbye to their lives as hunters and gatherers, started farming, and began building civilizations. It’s from these civilizations that we get some of the most famous contributions to world history and culture, from the Epic of Gilgamesh to Hammurabi’s famous code of law, which gave rise to the popular saying “an eye for an eye.”The story of Mesopotamia is one that is full of constantly changing borders, rising and falling civilizations, and, of course, war and conquest. The world’s first empires would emerge here and spend thousands of years exchanging territories, swapping alliances, and fighting for supremacy. It was a real-life game of Risk being played out by some of the world’s most revered, yet feared, leaders.But of all the famous civilizations to emerge from Mesopotamia, a list that includes the Akkadians, the Sumerians, and the Babylonians, it’s the Assyrians who deserve the fame and glory. The empire they constructed over the course of some 1,200 years survived constant attacks, a few defeats, and the famed Dark Age known as the Bronze Age collapse to become one of the largest and most expansive empires the world has ever seen.In Assyrian History: A Captivating Guide to the Assyrians and Their Powerful Empire in Ancient Mesopotamia, you will discover topics such asThe Assyrians Arrive in Mesopotamia: The Early Assyrian PeriodThe Birth of a Civilization: The Old Assyrian Empire to the Middle Assyrian EmpireThe Beginning of the Neo-Assyrian EmpireImperial Expansion and the Golden Age of the Neo-Assyrian EmpireThe Fall of the EmpireAssyrian GovernmentThe Assyrian MilitaryLife in the Assyrian EmpireAssyrian Culture: Art, Math, and ScienceAssyrian ReligionAnd much, much more!So if you want to learn about the Assyrians, click "add to cart"!

Explore Captivating Stories and Facts about African American History!The history of African Americans is a long and tragic chronicle of events. The people who dared to stand up and speak out against the systemic cruelty and oppression were often brutally killed for their efforts. This has created a rich tapestry of defiant and courageous leaders and followers who have gradually pressed for the evolution of thought within the United States of America.Discover personal stories, struggles and achievements of people like: Harriet Tubman Martin Luther King, Jr. Malcolm X Rosa Parks Frederick Douglass And many moreSome of the topics covered in this book include: The First Africans in America How Slaves Were Viewed African Americans' Contribution to Literature, Art, and Music The Fight for Independence Fugitive Slave Laws The Gabriel Prosser Revolt The Denmark Vesey Revolt The Beginning of the End of Slavery The Rallying Movements and Moments, and the Civil War Continued Oppression in Freedom and the Early Struggles for Equality Exodus from the South and the Fight for Education within the South African Americans Begin to Stand Together Founding of Something New Through Pain and Self-Expression Integration and the Civil Rights Movement Those Who Fought for Their Inalienable Rights in a Country That Would Deny Them And a Great Deal More that You don't Want to Miss out on!Get the book now and learn more about African American History!

If You Want to Discover Native American History then Keep Reading...Two captivating manuscripts in one book:Native American History: A Captivating Guide to the Long History of Native Americans Including Stories of the Wounded Knee Massacre, Native American Tribes, Hiawatha and MoreTrail of Tears: A Captivating Guide to the Forced Removals of Cherokee, Muscogee Creek, Seminole, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations“History is written by the victors,” said the victor Winston Churchill. But does that compromise the truth of what really happened?Propaganda has always played a crucial role in turning tides and swaying opinion, and in few places is that more pronounced than in the wholesale slaughter of the native peoples in both North and South America.When some of the people of European descent could not get what they wanted from the Native Americans, they would demonize or dehumanize them so that the American people would clamor for government intervention. This is, for example, evident by analyzing Andrew Jackson's speech to Congress on Indian removal where he would refer to the Native Americans as savages.In this new bundle book from Captivating History, you will discover the shocking and controversial history of the Native Americans.Part 1 of this book include topics such asStartlin Theories of the Arrival of the First Native AmericansThe Current Understanding of Similar and Rival Tribes Based on RegionArctic and Subarctic Tribes and NationsNortheastern and Southeastern PeoplesPlains and Plateau PeoplesCalifornia and Northwest CoastHiawatha, Deganawida, and the Foundation for Democracies TodayRoanoke – The Lost SettlementThe Truth about PocahontasThe Real First Thanksgiving – The Myth Versus RealityThe Native American Role in the War for IndependenceSacagawea – The Woman Behind the LegendThe Seminole WarsSitting Bull – Fighting Despite All OddsWounded KneeThe Unbreakable Code of the Code TalkersAnd a Great Deal More You Don't Want to Miss Out On!The following topics will be covered in part 2 of this bookThe Early RelationshipThe Growth of Manifest DestinyThe Discovery of Gold and the Indian Removal ActPeaceful Protests and a Push for RecognitionThe People Versus the PresidentThe Militia Force RemovalThe Trail of TearsStories of Pain, Loss, and LoveMaking a New HomeAnd a Great Deal More You Don't Want to Miss Out On!Get the book now to learn more about the Native Americans!