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What is commonly called the kingdom of Pontos flourished for over two hundred years in the coastal regions of the Black Sea. At its peak in the early first century BC, it included much of the southern, eastern, and northern littoral, becoming one of the most important Hellenistic dynasties not founded by a successor of Alexander the Great. It also posed one of the greatest challenges to Roman imperial expansion in the east. Not until 63 BC, after many violent clashes, was Rome able to subjugate the kingdom and its last charismatic ruler Mithridates VI. This book provides the first general history of this important kingdom from its mythic origins in Greek literature to its entanglements with the late Roman Republic. Duane Roller presents its rulers and their complex relationships with the powers of the eastern Mediterranean and Near East, most notably Rome. He includes detailed discussions of Pontos' cultural achievements—a blend of Greek and Persian influences—as well as its political and military successes, especially under Mithridates VI, who proved to be as formidable a foe to Rome as Hannibal. Previous histories of Pontos have focused almost exclusively on the career of its last ruler. Setting that famous reign in its wide historical context, Empire of the Black Sea is an engaging and definitive account of a powerful yet little-known ancient dynasty.Show book
The Claudius Novels includes Robert Graves’ best known historical novels, I, Claudius and Claudius the God. In I, Claudius, Robert Graves begins the story of the limping, stammering young man who is suddenly thrust onto the throne after the death of Caligula. Once a rather bookish young man with a limp and a stammer, a man who spent most of his time trying to stay away from the danger and risk of the line of ascension, Claudius seemed an unlikely candidate for Emperor. Yet, on the death of Caligula, Claudius finds himself next in line for the throne, and must stay alive as well as keep control. Drawing on the histories of Plutarch, Suetonius, and Gaius Cornelius Tacitus, noted historian and classicist Robert Graves tells the story of the much-maligned Emperor Claudius with both skill and compassion. Weaving important themes throughout about the nature of freedom and safety possible in a safety and a monarchy, Graves’ Claudius is both more effective and more tragic than history typically remembers him. A best-selling novel and one of Graves’ most successful, I, Claudius has been adapted to television, film, theatre, and audio. In Claudius the God, Graves continues the story, detailing Claudius’ 13-year reign and his ultimate downfall. Painting the vivid, tumultuous, and decadent society of ancient Rome with spectacular detail, Robert Graves provides a tale that is both instructive and compelling, and difficult to put down for both casual readers and students of Roman history.Show book
GED Simplified ⭐⭐ Simplified Guide & Explanations Included⭐⭐ Aiming to advance your career and solidify your knowledge by acing the GED Exam 2024-2025? Looking for a complete resource that covers everything you need to pass the GED Exam 2024-2025? Look no further! This guide is your essential companion for deepening your knowledge, applying your skills, and practicing hands-on exercises. With this, you're set for success. Updated for the GED 2024-2025 Exam Structure. Key features of this enhanced guide: - In-depth insights about the GED Exam 2024-2025 Certification - Thorough explanation of the General Education Development (GED) - Effective strategies for exam preparation and overcoming challenges Our guide stands out with its comprehensive coverage, vital for your exam success. Concepts are not just mentioned; they are explored in depth. Please note that this guide is not affiliated with any official GED entity and is purely an independent resource for your benefit. Crafted with a clear structure and an easy-to-understand language, our GED Exam Guide 2024-2025 ensures smooth transitions between topics. Say goodbye to dense jargon and welcome clear, precise, and technically accurate content. So, why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and start your journey to GED Exam 2024-2025 success!Show book
Mastering the PHR Exam: Strategies for Real-World Success ⭐⭐ A Simplified Guide with Clear Explanations Included ⭐⭐ Are you ready to advance your career and deepen your expertise by successfully passing the PHR Exam 2024-2025? Looking for an all-inclusive resource that covers everything you need to ace the PHR Exam 2024-2025? Your search is over! This invaluable guide is your ultimate resource for enhancing your knowledge, applying practical skills, and engaging in interactive exercises, setting you on the path to success. Fully updated for the PHR 2024-2025 Exam structure. Key features of this comprehensive guide include: - In-depth insights into PHR Exam 2024-2025 Certification - Thorough explanation of the essential concepts for effective health management - Effective strategies for exam preparation and approach Our guide stands out with its extensive coverage, crucial for your exam triumph. Concepts are explored in-depth rather than merely touched upon. Please be aware that this guide is an independent resource and is not affiliated with any official PHR organization. Crafted with a clear organization and accessible language, our PHR Exam Guide 2024-2025 ensures seamless transitions between topics. Say goodbye to confusing jargon, and embrace content that is clear, concise, and technically accurate. So why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and embark on your journey toward PHR Exam 2024-2025 success! Start your journey to mastering the PHR Exam today!Show book
Woke Injustice by Bryan Osborne takes a deep dive into the pervasive influence of Critical Race Theory (CRT) and its growing presence in every facet of society, including the church. Far from being a neutral or helpful analytical tool, CRT is a dangerous ideology that seeks to divide and destroy, operating under the guise of social justice and equity. Osborne exposes the true nature of CRT, revealing it as a system designed to undermine biblical truth, disrupt the unity of the church, and reshape society according to a new, unbiblical standard. Tracing the roots and evolution of CRT, Osborne demonstrates how this ideology has spread far beyond academia, seeping into schools, corporations, media, and even Christian institutions. Through deceptive language and redefined concepts like "whiteness," "privilege," and "racism," CRT advances an agenda that is fundamentally at odds with the gospel. It promotes division and discord, leading to a fractured understanding of identity, justice, and reconciliation within the church. Osborne's book is both an urgent warning and a practical guide for Christians who seek to stand against the tide of CRT and its destructive influence. By meticulously unpacking the core principles of CRT and comparing them with the truth of Scripture, he provides readers with the knowledge and tools needed to discern and counter this dangerous ideology. The book's thorough analysis of key concepts, such as "white fragility" and "anti-racism," alongside a strong biblical framework, equips believers to engage with the cultural challenges of today without compromising their faith. Woke Injustice is more than just a critique; it’s a call to action for the church to reaffirm its commitment to the sufficiency of Scripture and the gospel of Jesus Christ.Show book
Though people frequently use mobile technologies for news consumption, evidence from several fields shows that smaller screens and slower connection speeds pose major limitations for meaningful reading. In News and Democratic Citizens in the Mobile Era, Johanna Dunaway and Kathleen Searles demonstrate the effects of mobile devices on news attention, engagement, and recall, and identify a key cognitive mechanism underlying these effects: cognitive effort. They advance a theory that is both old and new: the costs of information-seeking curb participatory behaviors unless the benefits outweigh them. For news consumers in the mobile era, for example, mobile devices increase the time, economic, and cognitive costs associated with information-seeking. Only for a small few do the benefits of attending to the news on mobile devices outweigh the costs. Dunaway and Searles argue that attention, engagement, and recall suffer when people consume news on mobile devices. They then investigate the implications of these effects for the news industry and for an informed democratic citizenry. Drawing on both laboratory and real-world studies, Dunaway and Searles bring the psychophysiology of news consumption to bear on the question of what we could lose in an information environment characterized by a dramatic shift in reliance on mobile devices.Show book
