The Complete Idiot's Guide to European History, 2nd Edition
Title | The Complete Idiot's Guide to European History, 2nd Edition PDF eBook |
Author | Nathan Barber |
Publisher | Penguin |
Pages | 602 |
Release | 2011-10-04 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 1101558563 |
• Fascinating, fact-filled writing that delivers hundreds of years in the life of the European continent • Terrific supplementary reading for AP History students
Complete Idiot's Guide to European History
Title | Complete Idiot's Guide to European History PDF eBook |
Author | Nathan Barber |
Publisher | |
Pages | 438 |
Release | 2006 |
Genre | Europe |
ISBN | 9781436299251 |
Presents a history of the European nations, from the time of their emergence from the Middle Ages in the thirteenth century and the Renaissance to the French Revolution, the period of industrialization, and the wars of the twentieth century.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Middle Ages
Title | The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Middle Ages PDF eBook |
Author | Timothy C. Hall M.A. |
Publisher | Penguin |
Pages | 324 |
Release | 2009-02-03 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 1440698740 |
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.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Native American History
Title | The Complete Idiot's Guide to Native American History PDF eBook |
Author | Walter C. Fleming |
Publisher | Penguin |
Pages | 344 |
Release | 2003 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 9780028644691 |
This book is a comprehensive overview of the history and culture of the peoples who are now known as the First Americans. Author Walter C. Fleming covers the many different tribes that stretched from the Atlantic to the Pacific, including compelling biographies of their greatest leaders. He examines the beliefs, customs, legends and the myriad contributions Native Americans have given to modern society, and details the often tragic history of their conquest by European invaders, their treatment-both historical and recent-under the U.S. government, and the harsh reality of life on today's reservations.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to World War I
Title | The Complete Idiot's Guide to World War I PDF eBook |
Author | Alan Axelrod |
Publisher | Penguin |
Pages | 436 |
Release | 2000 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 9780028639024 |
Provides coverage of the causes leading to war, famous battles, weapons, and the influence on political and cultural development, and includes biographical information on key figures.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to World History, 2nd Edition
Title | The Complete Idiot's Guide to World History, 2nd Edition PDF eBook |
Author | Timothy C. Hall, M.A. |
Publisher | Penguin |
Pages | 401 |
Release | 2012-01-03 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 1101556188 |
Puts world events in a context that is relevant for today's students and casual readers Updated to include the significant events from the past several years
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Cheeses of the World
Title | The Complete Idiot's Guide to Cheeses of the World PDF eBook |
Author | Jeanette Hurt |
Publisher | Penguin |
Pages | 348 |
Release | 2008-04-01 |
Genre | Cooking |
ISBN | 1440636184 |
Any way you cut it, cheese has global appeal. Cheese is one of the most varied and flavorful foods in the world. Its unique appeal lies in its range of textures, aromas, flavors, means of production, and milk sources. With this guide, readers will discover everything they need to know about European and American cheeses, including the growth of artisan cheeses, how to shop for cheese, combining cheese with food and drink, cooking cheese, and making cheese. • Over the past two decades, the quality, availability and popularity of artisan cheeses has grown • Cheese consumption has increased from 11.3 to 31.2 pounds per person over the last 30 years • 1 to 3 of the supermarkets offer full-service cheese counters with up to 300 varieties