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  Thunder Buffalo Goes Home

  Mark A. Cornelius

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  Ever wonder what a Buffalo dreams of? Thunder is the biggest and noisiest of all the buffalo. But his heart is just as big and he has heard of a new place that he knows he must find…—Home Follow the adventures of Thunder, Old-Old Buffalo, the Man Animal and discover with them, what home and family are all about.

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  History of Hungary - Details...

  Kelly Mass

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  The history of ancient Hungary begins well before the arrival of the Hungarians themselves, tracing back to the Iron Age and the early cultural developments in the Carpathian Basin. Around 800 BC, the Iron Age began to shape this region, with the emergence of "Thraco-Cimmerian" artifact types that suggested a significant overlap between the pre-Scythian cultures (Novocherkassk culture) and the pre-Celtic Hallstatt culture. This cultural intermingling marked the beginning of a complex interplay between indigenous peoples and incoming groups. 
  The Hallstatt Culture and Early Inhabitants 
  By around 750 BC, the Hallstatt culture, named after the archaeological site in Austria, had spread across much of Europe, including the western region of Transdanubia. This culture is renowned for its advancements in metalworking, especially iron, and the production of distinctive pottery and burial practices. As the Hallstatt people settled in this area, they influenced the local populations, leading to a rich blend of traditions and customs. During this period, early Greek ethnographic sources mention tribes such as the Agathyrsi and Sigynnae, believed to inhabit the Carpathian Basin and surrounding territories, which reflects the growing interactions between various ethnic groups.

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  The Napoleonic Wars - A...

  Captivating History

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  If you want to discover the captivating history of the Napoleonic Wars, then pay attention... 
  The Napoleonic Wars, which took place between 1803 and 1815, were spearheaded by probably France’s best tactician and military strategist to date, General Napoleon Bonaparte. His tactics and strategies were so grounded that it has served as the basis for many major warfare campaigns and maneuvers, both during his lifetime as well as after his demise. Even France’s sworn enemy for most of the medieval era, the British, acknowledged his ingenuity despite his ultimate defeat at the hands of the British army at the end of life. 
  In The Napoleonic Wars: A Captivating Guide to the Conflicts That Began Between the United Kingdom and France During the Rule of Napoleon Bonaparte and How They Stemmed from the French Revolution, you will discover topics such asThe French Revolution and Post-Revolution FranceThe French Revolutionary Wars: A Divided EuropeThe Political Rise of Napoleon BonaparteThe Rise of Bonapartism: An Alternative Monarchy Readying for the Napoleonic WarsThe Beginning of the Napoleonic WarsThe Napoleonic Wars, Part 1The Napoleonic Wars, Part 2The French Revolutionary Wars and Napoleonic Wars from a British Socio-Political PerspectiveWhat Led to the Fall of NapoleonAnd much, much more! 
  So if you want to learn more about the Napoleonic Wars, scroll up and click the "add to cart" button!

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  Mexican History: An Enthralling...

  Billy Wellman

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  Dive into the heart of Mexico’s vibrant history with Mexican History! 
  This audiobook is your passport to understanding the forces that have shaped the fascinating nation of Mexico. From the dawn of civilizations to the challenges of the modern era, this compelling and comprehensive audiobook has you covered. 
  Here’s a glimpse of what awaits inside: 
  Explore Ancient FoundationsOlmec Origins: Discover the first Mesoamerican civilization.Maya Mastery: Unravel the mysteries of their temples and texts.Toltec and Aztec Empires: Learn about their gods, warriors, and the real story behind the Triple Alliance.The Purépecha Empire: A formidable force that challenged the Aztecs. 
  Colonial ConquestsNew Spain’s Splendor: The rise of a wealthy colony.Rulers and Revolutionaries: The fight for independence and the characters who shaped the nation’s destiny. 
  Wars and ReformsMexican-American War: The battles that reshaped borders.The French Intervention: A European emperor on Mexican soil.Dictators and Democrats: From Santa Anna to Porfirio Díaz, uncover the leaders who defined different eras. 
  The Modern TapestryRevolutionary Heroes: The legacies of Zapata and Villa.Presidents: Understanding the political landscape of contemporary Mexico. 
  Whether you’re a history aficionado or a curious listener, this audiobook promises to enrich your understanding of Mexico’s complex past and vibrant present. Delve into tales of ancient empires, colonial struggles, and the unyielding spirit of the Mexican people. 
  Scroll up, click the “add to cart” button, and embark on an unforgettable journey through the history of Mexico!

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  On Privacy - Twenty Lessons to...

  Lawrence Cappello

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  This short, powerful book provides practical advice on how to protect yourself in the information age. Living today means most of us must contend with things like workplace surveillance, cyberstalking, ransomware attacks, and facial recognition. But it's not too late to protect our privacy. Written in blunt, jargon-free prose, On Privacy defines today’s privacy landscape while also reminding readers of the joys of keeping things to ourselves—that privacy creates space for intimacy, is essential to mental health, and is a fundamental right in a free society.  Explored among the book's lessons are concepts like: .The Nothing-to-Hide Trap .How we become prisoners of our recorded past .The ways small data points about us can paint revealing pictures .How Big Brother is in fact real .Why we should insist on privacy by design .How to make ensuring privacy something that is profitable.  Each lesson ends with advice on how to talk about a given aspect of privacy and how to take actionable steps to safeguard yourself. On Privacy is small book with a big message about why privacy matters, who profits by invading it, and how best to defend yours in easy, everyday ways.

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  Assur and Nimrud: The History of...

  Charles River Editors

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  When the Assyrians are mentioned, images of war and brutality are among the first that come to mind, despite the fact that their culture prospered for nearly 2,000 years.  
  Like a number of ancient individuals and empires in that region, the negative perception of ancient Assyrian culture was passed down through Biblical accounts, and regardless of the accuracy of the Bible’s depiction of certain events, the Assyrians clearly played the role of adversary for the Israelites. Indeed, Assyria (Biblical Shinar) and the Assyrian people played an important role in many books of the Old Testament and are first mentioned in the book of Genesis: “And the beginning of his kingdom was Babel and Erech, and Akkad, and Calneh, in the land of Shinar. Out of that land went forth Assur and built Nineveh and the city Rehoboth and Kallah.”  
  A historical survey of ancient Assyrian culture reveals that although they were the supreme warriors of their time, they were also excellent merchants, diplomats, and highly literate people who recorded their history and religious rituals and ideology in great detail. The Assyrians, like their other neighbors in Mesopotamia, were literate and developed their own dialect of the Akkadian language that they used to write tens of thousands of documents in the cuneiform script. Furthermore, the Assyrians prospered for so long that their culture is often broken down by historians into the “Old”, “Middle”, and “Neo” Assyrian periods, even though the Assyrians themselves viewed their history as a long succession of rulers from an archaic period until the collapse of the neo-Assyrian Empire in the 7th century B.C. In fact, the current divisions have been made by modern scholars based on linguistic changes, not on political dynasties. 
  Even as war played such a central role in Assyrian society, they were also active and prosperous traders, and trade was an essential part of Assur’s growth from its earliest stages.  

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