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You may not be interested in Russia. But Russia is interested in you.Russia's 2022 attack on Ukraine saw confrontation between Moscow and the West spill over into open conflict once again. But Russia has also been waging a clandestine war against the West for decades. Hostile acts abroad, from poisoning dissidents to shooting down airliners, interfering in elections, spying, hacking and murdering, have long seemed to be the Kremlin's daily business. But what is it all for? Why does Russia consistently behave like this? And what does it achieve?In this book, Keir Giles explains how and why Russia pushes for more power and influence wherever it can reach, far beyond Ukraine - and what it means not just for governments, but for ordinary people. Bringing together stories from the military, politics, diplomacy, espionage, cyber power, organised crime and more, Giles describes how Moscow conducts its campaigns across the globe, and how nobody is too unimportant to be caught up in them. By lifting the lid on the daily struggle going on behind the scenes to protect governments, businesses, societies and people from Russian hostile activity, Russia's War On Everybody shows how Moscow's hostile intentions for the rest of the world are far broader and more ambitious, and the ways it tries to achieve them far more pervasive and damaging, than we realise.

In this “engrossing,” (The New Yorker) vivid, and intensively researched volume, esteemed Napoleon scholar David Chandler outlines the military strategy that led the famous French emperor to his greatest victories—and to his ultimate downfall.Napoleonic war was nothing if not complex—an ever-shifting kaleidoscope of moves and intentions, which by themselves went a long way towards baffling and dazing his conventionally minded opponents into that state of disconcerting moral disequilibrium which so often resulted in their catastrophic defeat. The Campaigns of Napoleon is a masterful analysis and insightful critique of Napoleon's art of war as he himself developed and perfected it in the major military campaigns of his career. Napoleon disavowed any suggestion that he worked from formula (“Je n'ai jamais eu un plan d'opérations”), but military historian David Chandler demonstrates this was at best only a half-truth. To be sure, every operation Napoleon conducted contained unique improvisatory features. But there were from the first to the last certain basic principles of strategic maneuver and battlefield planning that he almost invariably put into practice. To clarify these underlying methods, as well as the style of Napoleon's fabulous intellect, Chandler examines in detail each campaign mounted and personally conducted by Napoleon, analyzing the strategies employed, revealing wherever possible the probable sources of his subject's military ideas. “Writing clearly and vividly, [Chandler] turns dozens of persons besides Napoleon from mere wooden soldiers into three- dimensional characters” (The Boston Globe) and this definitive work is “a fine book for the historian, the student, and the intelligent reader” (The New York Review of Books).

40 Jahre lang dominierte der Kalte Krieg das Weltgeschehen. Die DDR und die Bundesrepublik befanden sich in diesem globalen Konflikt an vorderster Front. Symbol dafür war die berüchtigte Berliner Mauer, die Liebende, Freunde und Familien, Kollegen und Mitbürger voneinander trennte.Der Herausgeber, das Wendemuseum im kalifornischen Los Angeles, ist nach dem historischen Zeitraum um den Mauerfall 1989 benannt. Seit seiner Gründung 2002 durch den Amerikaner Justin Jampol widmet sich das Museum der Kultur und Bildsprache des früheren Ostblocks und fördert verschiedene Sichtweisen auf diese vielschichtige Ära, die unsere Welt bis heute prägt.Der enzyklopädische Band zeigt mehr als 2.000 Stücke aus der einzigartigen Sammlung des Museums. Basierend auf unserem XL-Band, bietet dieses Buch einen umfangreichen Überblick über Kunstgegenstände, Archivbestände und Dinge aus der DDR: offizielle Symbole und oppositionelle Ausdrucksformen, Spektakuläres und Alltägliches, Massenproduziertes und Handgemachtes, Witziges und Tragisches.Begleitet werden diese Überreste einer untergegangenen Zeit von grundlegenden Texten, die Akademiker und Experten aus Europa, Kanada und den USA zu Themen von der Stasi bis zur Sexualität, von Denkmälern bis zu mentalen Landkarten verfasst haben. Über 800 Seiten, mehr als 2.000 Gegenstände. Eine kleinere und handlichere Ausgabe unseres XL-Bandes mit dem umfassendsten Überblick über die visuelle und materielle Kultur der DDR.Mit zahlreichen Aufnahmen der berühmtesten DDR-Fotografen aus dem Alltag und von offiziellen Anlässen.Mehr Platz für kalte Krieger: Nach Erweiterung und Umbau präsentiert das Wende Museum ab dem 18. November 2017 seine mehr als 100.000 Exponate umfassende Sammlung von DDR-Artefakten und anderen Relikten des Kalten Krieges auf erweiterter, großzügiger Fläche im historischen Armory Building von Culver City, einem ehemaligen Zeughaus der US National Guard aus der McCarthy-Ära, das von Michael Boyd, Christian Kienapfel und Benedikt Taschen für das Museum umgestaltet wurde.

Hverdagen i DDR var ikke kun grå. I groteske, humoristiske, indsigtsfulde og altid personlige historier tegnes et bredt billede af livet på den anden side af Berlinmuren. DET DET VAR handler om jagten efter et par ægte cowboybukser, efter en bil og andre eftertragtede mangelvarer, om knækkede tænder, om besatte lejligheder og om et danskstudium på et fakultet, der var gennemsyret af Stasi. Om unge pionerer, venskaber, drømme og en masse frustration, indtil Berlinmurens fald pludselig vender alt på hovedet. Forfatteren er født og opvokset i DDR, hvor hun læste dansk sprog og kultur. Hun flyttede til Danmark sammen med sin familie to år efter murens fald og bor i København. ”En spændende, sprudlende, usædvanlig livshistorie og samtidigt en super introduktion til DDR. Skrevet med et godt blik for danske læseres interesser og forudsætninger – og det hele fortalt med humor.” Thomas Borchert, journalist, Frankfurter Rundschau og Jyllands-Posten

The Dream of the Red Chamber is one of the "e;Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese Literature."e; It is renowned for its huge scope, large cast of characters and telling observations on the life and social structures of 18th century China and is considered by many to be the pinnacle of the classical Chinese novel.The "e;Red Chamber"e; is an expression used to describe the sheltered area where the daughters of wealthy Chinese families lived. Believed to be based on the author's own life and intended as a memorial to the women that he knew in his youth, The Dream of the Red Chamber is a multilayered story that offers up key insights into Chinese culture."e;Henry Bencraft Joly's attention to detail and the faithfulness in his translation of Hong Lou Meng makes this revised edition of The Dream of the Red Chamber an excellent book for the student of modern Chinese."e; Edwin H. Lowe, from his introduction"e;this partial version certainly deserves a wider readership, as a brave early skirmish on the outer ramparts of this masterpiece. The re-issuing of Joly's work will undoubtedly provide a rich crop of fascinating raw material for the growing community of Translation Studies scholars."e; John Minford, from his foreword

Det persiske felttog – Anabasis er det bedst kendte værk af den oldgræske filosof, historiker og essayist Xenophon (ca. 430-354 f.Kr.). Anabasis betyder ordret 'marchen ind i landet'. Bogen skildrer den skæbne, som hæren på 10.000 græske lejesoldater led, da den blev hyret til at støtte et internt kupforsøg inden for kongefamilien i det mægtige Perserrige i 400 f.Kr.Grækernes arbejdsgiver, tronraneren Kyros den Yngre, tabte og blev dræbt. Hans soldater strandede langt inde i Perserriget uden vejvisere og uden proviant. Dette er indholdet af den første bog ud af syv, og resten handler om de utrolige strabadser og lidelser, hæren måtte gennemgå under tilbagetoget gennem Armenien og Tyrkiet for at nå ud til Sortehavet og den græske verden. Xenophons medrivende værk hører til blandt de store klassikere i europæisk historieskrivning og er her for første gang oversat i sin helhed til et mundret, moderne dansk. Bogen er forsynet med en forklarende indledning, der dækker centrale emner såsom værkets litterære formål, græsk militærvæsen og religion. Endvidere er der et fuldstændigt register over personerne og lokaliteterne, der forekommer i teksten samt et antal forklarende noter. Endelig er værket forsynet med adskillige kort, plancher og illustrationer, der forklarer komplicerede tekststeder samt et antal farvefotos af de relevante landskaber.

Tragedie og bystat handler om forholdet mellem Athens dramatiske og politiske kultur i det 5. århundrede f.Kr. Bogen afdækker det avancerede og bekostelige produktionsforløb, der lå bag afholdelsen af Den store Dionysosfest, og forklarer, hvorfor athenerne tillagde deres teater så stor betydning.Tre tragedier er i fokus: Aischylos’ Syv mod Theben, Sofokles’ Antigone og Euripides’ Bakkantinderne. Fælles for disse tragedier er, at de alle foregår i byen Theben, der hos de athenske tragediedigtere stiliseres som arnested for politiske og civilisatoriske sammenbrud. Det er også karakteristisk for den attiske tragedie at afsøge betingelserne for social og politisk stabilitet i polis ved at fremhæve bystatens iboende modsætninger mellem familie og stat, elite og masse, frihed og underkastelse.Tragedie og bystat er den første større dansksprogede udgivelse om græsk tragedie i årtier. Den henvender sig til et publikum, som både ønsker at vide mere om græsk tragedie og om de litteraturhistoriske forskningsdiskussioner, som studiet af den græske tragedie rejser i dag. Bogen formidler og analyserer et stort kildemateriale, hvor alle græske citater forklares og oversættes til dansk. Vigtigst er dog at præsentere den græske tragedie som en kunstform, der reflekterer over det politiske fællesskabs betingelser og iboende modsætninger.

Zions vises protokoller er et stykke skønlitteratur, som giver sig ud for at være et historisk sandfærdigt skrift – og aldrig har et stykke fiktion haft så tragisk en virkningshistorie. Den danske historiker Morten Thing fortæller historien om antisemitismens bibel.Udover Morten Things historie om tilblivelsen og udbredelsen af det antisemitiske smædeskrift indeholder bogen også selve den oprindelige danske version af Zions vises protokoller fra 1920.Zions vises protokoller udkom første gang i 1903 på russisk og berettede om, hvordan jøder i århundreder havde forberedt sig på at tage magten over hele kloden.I 1919 oversættes teksten for første gang, først til svensk og derefter til polsk, tysk, engelsk, dansk og mange andre sprog. I 1921 afsløres det, at teksten er et falsum. Afsløringen får imidlertid ingen effekt på tekstens udbredelse, og den er i dag kommet i op mod 950 forskellige udgaver på 38 forskellige sprog. Det er uden sammenligning den mest udbredte antisemitiske tekst i verden, som stadig til dato mange steder læses som om, det var et sandt historisk skrift, der beviser ”en jødisk konspiration”.

Brutal, morsom og usentimental erindringsbog om at leve i Sovjetunionen, hvor partiet og KGB havde uindskrænket magt. Og om en piges drømme om at rejse til Mars og – næsten det samme – til Danmark.

TUSINDER AF ÅR GAMMEL LIGGER EN SIMPEL STATUETTE, EN MARMORFIGUR, UNDER JORDEN PÅ EN LILLE Ø I DET ÆGÆISKE HAV. SÅDANNE SMUKKE OG GÅDEFULDE IKONER EFTERSPØRGES AF BÅDE SAMLERE OG GRAVRØVERE.Som barn tilbringer Helena McCloud somrene hos sine bedsteforældre i Athen. Det er i slutningen af 1960’erne. Grækenland er styret af et brutalt militærdiktatur, hvor hendes iltre og strenge bedstefar er general.En sommer mange år efter vender Helena drevet af kærlighed tilbage til landet, og hendes interesse for arkæologi vækkes, da hun som frivillig deltager i udgravningen på en lille græsk ø. Et forfærdeligt forræderi tænder dog også et ønske om hævn i hende. Hævn over forsmåelsen, hævn over sin bedstefars fornedrelser. Hævn for genoprejsning.Tilbage i Athen gennemgår Helena den forladte lejlighed, som hun har arvet, og opdager en skjult samling af uvurderlige antikviteter. Hun spørger sig selv, hvordan hendes bedstefar dog har opnået sådan en samling og beslutter sig for at returnere de dyrebare genstande til deres retmæssige ejere. Det fører hende ind i en kriminel underverden, hvor hun må tage en beslutning om, hvilke værdier der er værd at kæmpe for.

Fyodor Dostoevsky's The Brothers Karamazov delves into the moral dilemmas and existential struggles of the Karamazov family. Set in 19th-century Russia, this profound novel examines themes of faith, reason and the nature of evil, captivating readers with its psychological depth and philosophical inquiry into the human condition.

Deliver me from the Watchers who bear slaughtering knives, and who have cruel fingers. The Egyptian Book of the Dead is an ancient collection of spells, prayers and incantations designed to guide the departed through the perils of the underworld, ultimately ensuring eternal life. Written as part of funeral rites, these scrolls were often left in the sarcophagus of the deceased and now offer fascinating insight into Egyptian culture. This beautifully illustrated edition contains images from the exquisite Papyrus of Ani, an ancient Egyptian scroll narrating the journey of Theban scribe Ani through the underworld. Its accompanying hieroglyphic text has been translated by acclaimed Egyptologist E.A Wallis Budge, and includes spells addressed to ferryman, gods and kings to aid Ani on his way to the afterlife. This silk-bound hardback contains magnificent illustrations that complement the text and bring out its timeless beauty. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Silkbound Classics series brings together deluxe gift editions of literary classics, presented with luxurious silk binding, striking embossed cover designs and full-color illustrations.

What can the fall of Rome teach us about the decline of the West today? A historian and a political economist, both experts in their field, investigateOver the last three centuries, the West rose to dominate the planet. Then, suddenly, around the turn of the millennium, history reversed. Faced with economic stagnation and internal political division, the West has found itself in rapid decline.This is not the first time the global order has witnessed such a dramatic rise and fall. The Roman Empire followed a similar arc from dizzying power to disintegration - a fact that is more than a strange historical coincidence. In Why Empires Fall, historian Peter Heather and political economist John Rapley use this Roman past to think anew about the contemporary West, its state of crisis, and what paths we could take out of it.In this exceptional, transformative intervention, Heather and Rapley explore the uncanny parallels - and productive differences - between the two cases, moving beyond the familiar tropes of invading barbarians and civilizational decay to learn new lessons from ancient history. From 399 to 1999, the life cycles of empires, they argue, sow the seeds of their inevitable destruction. The era of western global domination has reached its end - so what comes next?

“Germanere” kaldte romerne dem for to tusind år siden. Selv kaldte de sig andre ting: saksere, kimbrere, goter, langobarder, vandaler, batavier, frisere og markomanner. Langt senere er ordet “germansk” blevet brugt til at betegne en række beslægtede sprog, hvoraf dansk er et – hver eneste danske, svenske eller norske sætning rummer en række ord af “germansk” oprindelse, hvoraf flere genfindes på engelsk og tysk. Hvilken historie ligger der bag? Hvem var egentlig oldtidens germanere, og hvorfor er de siden blevet hentet frem af glemslen og støvet af for at spille en rolle i nationalistisk propaganda, især under nazismen? Mærkeligt nok er det svært at finde klare svar på så enkle spørgsmål. Germanernes historie og efterliv hænger sammen med hele den nordiske og nordeuropæiske historie siden oldtiden og handler om tanker og forestillinger, der har spillet en stor rolle og stadig er farligt ladet. Tore Janson undersøger sprogenes historie og historierne om de mennesker, der har talt og skrevet dem. Det er en farverig, detaljeret og omskiftelig historie, der endnu ikke er afsluttet – også selvom der ikke længere findes germanere.

Unlock the Mysteries of Ancient Geoglyphs with Our Exclusive Book Bundle!Embark on an extraordinary journey through time, culture, and history with our captivating book bundle, "Ancient Geoglyphs of Peru, England & Chile." Delve into the enigmatic symbols that have puzzled and inspired generations, as we uncover the secrets of the Nazca Lines, Uffington White Horse, Atacama Giant, and Paracas Candelabra. This meticulously curated collection offers you the opportunity to explore the stories etched into the landscapes of three diverse regions-Peru, England, and Chile-revealing the threads that connect ancient civilizations to our modern world.Book 1: "Tracing Time in the Sand: The Historical Evolution of the Nazca Lines" Unveil the mysteries of the Nazca Lines, intricate geoglyphs carved into the deserts of Peru. Journey through time as you trace the footsteps of ancient cultures, unraveling the enigma of these colossal figures and discovering their potential significance.Book 2: "Galloping Through Centuries: The Saga of the Uffington White Horse in History" Travel across the hills of England to encounter the Uffington White Horse, a striking chalk figure that has galloped through the annals of history. Immerse yourself in tales of knights, folklore, and the enduring connection between humanity and the land.Book 3: "Giant Steps of Antiquity: Charting the Legacy of the Atacama Giant" Venture to the Chilean desert to uncover the secrets of the Atacama Giant, an anthropomorphic figure etched into the landscape. Explore its celestial alignment, contemplate its cultural significance, and traverse the giant's footsteps across time.Book 4: "Whispers from the Desert: Unveiling the Story of the Paracas Candelabra" Discover the Paracas Candelabra-a maritime mystery carved into the sands of Chile's coast. Delve into the world of ancient seafaring cultures, untangle the threads of its symbolism, and decipher the whispers hidden within its lines.Why Choose Our Book Bundle?Comprehensive Exploration: Immerse yourself in four in-depth volumes, each dedicated to a unique geoglyph. Uncover the stories, cultures, and mysteries that surround these ancient symbols.¿¿¿¿ Exclusive Insights: Our bundle offers exclusive insights from researchers, archaeologists, and historians who have dedicated their lives to understanding these enigmatic creations.Diverse Perspectives: Explore the significance of geoglyphs across different regions and cultures, bridging the gaps between civilizations separated by time and distance.Engaging Narratives: Our authors bring history to life with captivating storytelling that blends historical facts, folklore, and modern insights.Limited-Time Offer: This exclusive book bundle is available for a limited time only. Don't miss your chance to embark on a journey through time and culture with these remarkable geoglyphs.Uncover the echoes of the past, explore the threads that connect civilizations, and ignite your curiosity about the mysteries of our world. Order your "Ancient Geoglyphs of Peru, England & Chile" book bundle today and embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of history!

The first book in the bestselling Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. Now with a new cover look! Discover the story behind the Disney+ series.HALF BOY - HALF GOD - ALL HERO.Look, I never asked to be the song of a Greek god, I was just a normal kid. . . until I accidentally vaporized my maths teacher.Percy Jackson is having a bad week. His life has gone from totally normal to monsters-from-Greek-mythology-randomly-appearing kind of strange. Worse still, the king of the gods thinks Percy has stolen his all-powerful lightning bolt - and it seems making Zeus angry is a very bad idea.Now Percy and his friends have just ten days to catch the true lightning thief and stop all-out war from erupting on Mount Olympus. . .What could possibly go wrong?Return to the World of Percy Jackson in the best-selling, brand-new adventure featuring the original hero in Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Chalice of the Gods - out now!And don't miss the trio's next adventure in Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Wrath of the Triple Goddess, coming soon!

A fascinating insight into the chronology of the people, places, and events in the Bible.The rich history of the Bible is captured by the use of timelines, maps, images, and diagrams that chart the earliest origins of the text to the present day. Along with scholarly commentary on the Bible and its myriad translations, Timeline of the Bible includes five foldout wall charts that reveal the chronology of the people, places, and events that shaped the early days of Christianity. Full-color photographs and detailed discussion of the origins, key figures, and authors make this a valuable addition to the library of anyone with an interest in learning more about how the Bible came to be the most important book in history.

Nestled in the northernmost corner of Europe lies a land of rugged coastlines, vast forests, and a rich cultural heritage. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the history of Scandinavia, a land of Vikings, legends, and achievements that have influenced the world.This book explores the history of Scandinavia - inside you will discover:Scandinavian Prehistory & The Roots of Norse CivilizationThe Histories of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway & SwedenRolf the Ganger: The Legendary Founder of NormandyThe Viking Age Battles, Trade, Literature, Christianity & MoreThe Aesir-Vanir War (Myths and Legends of Norse Cosmology)Snorri Sturluson's Contribution to Norse Mythology (Prose Edda)How Norway, Sweden, and Denmark Became Rich CountriesAnd much, much more..This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the past, providing a window into the fascinating story of this unique and influential corner of the world.Explore the stories of the people, places, and events that have shaped this fascinating region.Scandinavian History Comes Alive: A Fascinating Tour Through TimeBegin now with This Book

Michael Davis revisits questions of interpretation in Greek tragedy emerging in the thought of the late Seth Benardete. While this is not the book Benardete would have written, it wrestles with problems that bear his indelible mark. In the extant tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides, only one story is treated by all three--the tale of Electra. Davis endeavors to develop Benardete's understanding of the story's deeper meaning, as well as the connections that might be drawn between the three authors. He follows a thread that brings Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides closer together according to a powerful and shared theme--namely, that the female is the deeper (even if less easily accessible and articulated) of the pair of fundamental principles constituting human beings. Davis accomplishes much more than an exegetical bridge as he connects us with ancient memory and wisdom. "When we cannot resist the temptation to recoil morally from their terminology, we risk the tragedy of losing their profound thoughts about our humanity--their philosophical anthropology." Davis has remarkably made of a niche study a stunning source material for more universal questions. This is a book that is as timely as it is ageless.

In Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs Illustrated, explore the logograms for popular concepts such as "sun," "house," and "mountain," as well as more complex ideas such as Ajet, or "sun rising over mountains"; marvel at Tutankhamun's full name as marked on his tomb; and wonder at the Ouroboros, a symbol that shows a snake-like animal that swallows its own tail, representing eternal struggle. Each of more than 150 entries includes a description of the written form and an explanation of its meaning.

Arranged by dynastic period, Pharaohs offers a compact history of the reign of god-kings, from Menes, who united the north and south kingdoms, to the Ptolemaic Queen Cleopatra, who was defeated along with her lover Mark Antony at the Battle of Actium (31 BCE) by imperial Rome. Along the way the reader will learn about the Great Pyramid constructed by Khufu, the last of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world; Queen Hatshepsut, a rare female pharaoh whose name means "foremost of noblewomen"; and much more.