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  Baltic Mythology and Folklore

  Niina Niskanen

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  Embark on a journey into the mystical realm of Baltic mythology with this captivating audio book. Immerse yourself in the enchanting tales of gods and goddesses, where ancient legends come to life. From the powerful deities who shape the cosmos to the magical creatures that roam the lands, these stories will transport you to a world filled with wonder and intrigue. Let your imagination run wild as you listen to these mesmerizing narratives, perfect for both mythology enthusiasts and those seeking a fantastical escape from reality. 
  Baltic mythology covers a lot of gods, goddesses and magical beings. These stories from Lithuania and Latvia are filled with mythical creatures, mighty heroes, and heartbreaking tales and they show us glimpses into the past, the old way of life in the Baltic lands. What was life like in the farming communities, sacrificing to the gods and following the pagan wheel of the year. 
  In this book, you will learn about the history of Baltic gods and goddesses. The sun goddess Saule who, after riding in the sky landed in the sea with her beautiful stallions. The mighty sky god Dievas, who dressed up like an ancient Baltic lord, and Perkunas the Thunder god, were worshipped as the bringer of rain and the fertility of the land. People swore oaths in his name. Zemyna the mother earth, which Lithuanians and Latvians worshipped, kissed her and bid her good night.  
  Discover the captivating allure of Baltic mythology today.

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  History of Iran: An Enthralling...

  Billy Wellman

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  Full of exciting events, memorable actors, bloody conflicts, and thriving cultural accomplishments, the history of Iran is a pleasure to dive into for any curious mind. 
  From the prehistoric ages to the modern Islamic Republic, Iran has always maintained its prevalent position in history as one of the most vibrant, distinct, and diverse countries in the world. 
  Located in western Asia, sandwiched between the Caspian Sea and the Persian Gulf, the mountainous regions of the Zagros Mountains have long been home to a civilization whose marvelous development throughout history is like no other. 
  This audiobook seeks to explore the rich history of Iran, all the way from the first Iranian peoples to the creation of the modern nation-state we know today. It analyzes the transformation of the region’s inhabitants from a primitive society to a world superpower to a country centered around strong religious principles and beliefs. 
  Here’s just a small portion of what you will discover in this audiobook:Detailed descriptions of Iran’s demography, culture, and physical and political geographiesHistory of the first Iranian civilizations before 1000 BCEAn in-depth look at the rise and fall of different powerful dynasties in the ancient and early medieval periodsA journey through the Muslim Arab domination and the emergence of Islam as the prominent faithThe age of various empires until the early modern timesThe Qajar and Pahlavi monarchies and the birth of the Iranian nation-stateThe triumph of the Islamic Revolution under Ruhollah KhomeiniAnd much, much more! 
  Click the “add to cart” button to begin learning more about Iran today!

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  Time Capsule

  Sally Cook

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  Luis Armstrong's trumpet is buried undeground, so is a blackened fingernail from a Hiroshima survivor. And who would think that one of Cher's dresses would be buried as well as a script for Gone With The Wind. And then there are the items deliberately sent into space as well as accidental burials and sunken ships. All these and more are described in this Time Capsule journey, aided by atmospheric music and sound effects.

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  Mystic Christianity

  Manly Palmer

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  The true story of the life of Jesus of Nazareth has never been unfolded to the world, either in the accepted Gospels or in the Apocrypha, although a few stray hints may be found in some of the commentaries written by the ante-Nicene Fathers. The facts concerning His identity and mission are among the priceless mysteries preserved to this day in the secret vaults beneath the "Houses of the Brethren." To a few of the Knights Templars, who were initiated into the arcana of the Druses, Nazarenes, Essenes, Johannites, and other sects still inhabiting the remote and inaccessible fastnesses of the Holy Land, part of the strange story was told. The knowledge of the Templars concerning the early history of Christianity was undoubtedly one of the main reasons for their persecution and final annihilation. The discrepancies in the writings of the early Church Fathers not only are irreconcilable, but demonstrate beyond question that even during the first five centuries after Christ these learned men had for the basis of their writings little more substantial than folklore and hearsay. To the easy believer everything is possible and there are no problems. The unemotional person in search of facts, however, is confronted by a host of problems with uncertain factors.

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  By Ox Team to California - A...

  Lavinia Honeyman Porter

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  By Ox Team to California is a firsthand account of a pioneer woman's journey across the West in 1860. The author brings thrilling and exciting stories from a 2000 miles journey from Hannibal, Missouri, to California, via Colorado and Utah.

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  The Last Stalinist

  Paul Preston

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  The life of the complex, ruthless adversary of General Franco, whose life spanned much of Spain’s turbulent 20th century. 
  From 1939 to 1975, the Spanish Communist Party, effectively lead for two decades by Santiago Carrillo, was the most determined opponent of General Franco’s Nationalist regime. Admired by many on the left as a revolutionary and a pillar of the anti-Franco struggle, and hated by others as a Stalinist gravedigger of the revolution, Santiago Carrillo was arguably the dictator’s most consistent left-wing enemy. 
  For many on the right, Carrillo was a monster to be vilified as a mass murderer for his activities during the Civil War. But his survival owed to certain qualities that he had in abundance – a capacity for hard work, stamina and endurance, writing and oratorical skills, intelligence and cunning – though honesty and loyalty were not among them. 
  One by one he turned on those who helped him in his desire for advancement, revealing the ruthless streak that he shared with Franco, and a zeal for rewriting his past. Drawing on the numerous, continuously revised accounts Carillo created of his life, and contrasting them with those produced by his friends and enemies, Spain’s greatest modern historian Paul Preston unravels the legend of a devastating and controversial figure at the heart of 20th-century Spanish politics. 
  Paul Preston's The Last Stalinist is a riveting historical biography that delves into the life of Santiago Carrillo, a key player in Spain's 20th-century history. It is a top pick for anyone interested in understanding the complex dynamics of Europe during this period. 
  For fans of Stephen Kotkin (Stalin, Vol. II), Giles Tremlett (Catherine of Aragon), Anne Applebaum (Gulag Voices), Christopher Clark (Kaiser Wilhelm II), and Frank Mcdonough (The Hitler Years, Volume 2).

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