A directory of Manitoba newspapers from 1859—1978.
History and geography
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Author:Loveridge, D. M.Summary: - Author:Summary:
This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the role that air power has played in military conflicts over the past century, chronologically examining the utility of air power from World War I to the second Lebanon war, campaign by...
- Author:Cline, Eric H.Summary:
George Washington University professor, Erich H. Cline, delves into the history of Ancient Greece, frequently considered to be the founding nation of democracy in Western civilization. From the Minoans to the Mycenaeans to the Trojan...
- Author:Demand, Nancy H.Summary:
This exciting new edition of A History of Ancient Greece in its Mediterranean Context has been thoroughly revised and expanded to cover the development of Greece from the Neolithic through the Hellenistic periods from the point of view...
- Author:Cline, Eric H.Summary:
George Washington University professor Eric H. Cline delivers lectures that follow the course of Israel's history from Abraham and the Patriarchs through the Exodus, Exile, and two great Jewish rebellions, encompassing a rich history...
- Author:Titchener, Frances B.Summary:
Utah State University professor, Frances Titchener delivers a course that will examine important events and key figures of the epoch. Major themes will be explored while touching upon the fascinating details of Roman life, such as the...
- Author:Robinson, IraSummary:
A History of Antisemitism in Canada presents a state-of-the-art account of the phenomenon. It builds on the foundation of numerous previous studies on antisemitism in general and on antisemitism in Canada in particular, and builds on...
- Author:Noll, Mark A.Summary:
A best-selling text thoroughly updated, including new chapters on the last 30 years.
"An excellent study that will help historians appreciate the importance of Christianity in the history of the United States and Canada." – The... - Author:Eagles, Douglas EatonSummary:
In 1759/1760, the Township of Horton was bordered by the Gaspereau and Habitant Rivers and included the 'great marshes'. Besides New Englanders from Connecticut, the Township was settled by Loyalist families and Irish immigrants who...
- Author:Tripp, CharlesSummary:
This text traces Iraq's history from the Ottoman Empire, to the creation of the state, its transformation from monarchy to republic, the rise of the Ba'th party and Saddam Hussein, and the American-led war of 2003. Tripp's thesis is...
- Author:Blackhawk, Ned.Summary:
Blackhawk presents a history of Native America from the time shortly before the expeditions of Christopher Columbus to the present. Focusing on the Columbian Exchange, Indians and the American Constitution, American Indian Removal, the...
- Author:Ryan, ShannonSummary:
The waters off Newfoundland, in the North Atlantic, held the world’s most abundant supply of codfish, which, when discovered, was in great demand. Unlike the fur trade, the other major early commercial activity in what is now mainland...
- Author:Hourani, AlbertSummary:
Historian Albert Hourani provides a panoramic view covering twelve centuries of Arab history and culture. He looks at all sides of this rich, venerable civilization, from the beauty of the Alhambra to internal conflicts, poverty, and...
- Author:Drout, Michael D. C.Summary:
Wheaton College professor Michael Drout addresses the foundation of language and its connectin to specific portions of the brain. The components of language are explained in easy-to-understand terms and the progression of language from...
- Author:Weidhaas, Peter, Gossage, Carolyn, Wright, Wendy A.Summary:
A colourful and revealing look at more than 500 years of commerce conducted at the renowned Frankfurt Book Fair, from its beginnings in the Middle Ages. Even then, in spite of internal strife and religious upheaval, books were becoming...
- Author:Brose, Eric DornSummary:
Known as the "Great War," World War One was one of history's greatest tragedies. It eventually dragged most of Europe and the world into its bloody quagmire, inflicting more than four years of suffering, misery, maiming, and death on...
- Author:Johnson, PaulSummary:
This historical magnum opus covers 4,000 years of the history of the Jews as a people, a culture, and a nation, showing the impact of Jewish character and imagination upon the world.
- Author:Mansfield, PeterSummary:
Over the centuries the Middle East has confounded the dreams of conquerors and peacemakers alike. This now-classic book, fully updated to 2009, follows the historic struggles of the region over the last two hundred years, from Napoleon'...
- Author:Jóhannesson, JónSummary:
The founding of the Old Icelandic Commonwealth in 930 A.D. is one of the most significant events in the history of early Western Europe. This pioneering work of historiography provides a comprehensive history of Iceland from 870 A.D. to...
- Author:McElrea, David V., Donovan, Ronald J.Summary:
An eye-opening look at one of Canada's most vital military resources. Spanning over forty years, the book provides the reader with the rare opportunity to have a behind-the-scenes look at this arm of Canada's Military during both...
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