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Arthashastra' is one of the oldest books with immense historical significance written by Kautilya or Arya Chanakya as he was popularly known. This book is one of the most effective books ever written on the art of statecraft and the science of everyday living. Originally written in Sanskrit...

Dive into the powerful world of Otto von Bismarck through this curated collection of his speeches, expertly translated by art historian Edmund von Mach and published in 1914 as part of THE GERMAN CLASSICS. This extensive twenty-volume anthology showcases 487 works by ninety-two influential figures, as noted by George Viereck in a 1915 article in THE FATHERLAND. According to von Mach, Bismarck rarely penned his speeches, relying instead on official stenographic reports for publication. However, the notable Speech from the Throne, crafted by Bismarck for Wilhelm I in response to the French ...

In October 1962, at the height of the Cold War, the United States and the Soviet Union appeared to be sliding inexorably toward a nuclear conflict over the placement of missiles in Cuba. Veteran Washington Post reporter Michael Dobbs has pored over previously untapped American, Soviet, and Cuban...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat (1895-1922), a monthly literary magazine renowned for its original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical. This inaugural issue features a captivating lineup of seven tales In Gold Time by Roberta Littlehale explores a tragic love triangle in the wild west; The Unturned Trump by Barnes MacGreggor (pseudonym of H. D. Umbstaetter) adds a chilling twist to a simple card game; The Secret of the White Castle by Julia Magruder unveils the mystery behind a portrait’s eerie gaze; Miss Wood,--Stenographer by Granville Sharpe captures ...

Agar aapko Business Wars pasand hai, to Empires bhi zaroor pasand aayega! Asia ke sabse safal businesses ke itihaas ko gehrai se janiye. Suniye Samsung, Titan aur Chareon Pokphand jaise businesses ki dilchasp kahaaniyan. Empires: Asia ki sabse badi companies ke parde ke peeche ka safar.1UP Media se judein: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guang-jin/ OfSpin Media Friends se judein: https://ofspin.com/ Hamari series ko sponsor kiya hai AlphaSense ne. Expert analyst reports ki asaan access payen, Gen-AI ki sahi aur bharosemand summary ke saath – bina kisi galti ke.Free trial: https://...

Want your general knowledge to cross all boundaries? Start becoming a "polymath" (a person of great learning in several fields of study) with iMinds Polymath collections. Polymath, Volume 1, is a collection of 36 iMinds knowledge titles, each a self contained grab of engaging information.

There is an ancient Chinese proverb that states, "Two tigers cannot share the same mountain." However, in East Asia, there are three tigers on that mountain: China, Japan, and Korea, and they have a long history of turmoil and tension with each other. In his latest entertaining and thought-provoking narrative travelogue, Michael Booth sets out to discover how deep, really, the enmity is between these three "tiger" nations and what prevents them from making peace.

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that graced readers from 1895 to 1922 with its captivating original short stories, often delving into the uncanny and fantastical. In this second issue, youll discover eight intriguing tales A Calaveras Hold-Up by Roberta Littlehale explores whether love can truly mend a mans ways or if some relationships are destined for failure. In From a Trolley Post by Margaret Dodge, a dull wait at a bus stop is brightened by a young boys love for hunting. An Andenken by Julia Magruder offers a glimpse into a young artists ...

Step into the fascinating world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. This sixth issue features an intriguing selection of five tales Eleanor Stevens Will by Isabel Scott Stone, where a wealthy womans last wishes ignite a frenzy among fortune seekers; To Let by Alice Turner Curtis, where chilling midnight screams haunt new occupants of a cottage with a dark past; Of Course - Of Course Not by Harry M. Peck, a story of an unexpected visit that forever alters a quiet evening; ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated audiences from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. This eighth issue features five compelling tales, including For Fame, Money, or Love? by Rodrigues Ottolengui, where a piano composition unveils a musicians final thoughts; A No Account Niggah by Leonard M. Prince, showcasing a clumsy recruit who proves his worth in a critical moment; A Hundred Thousand Dollar Trance by Eugene Shade Bisbee, where a renowned hypnotist proposes a shocking experiment; The ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that ran from 1895 to 1922, showcasing original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. In this first issue of Volume 2, youll find six captivating tales that promise to intrigue and entertain. Discover The House That Jack Built by Harold Donovan Hilton, where a young man unravels the mysterious history of an old house. Experience In the Garden of a Villa by R. George Smith Jr., as a lark reflects on her tragic love life through the lens of a duchess. Marvel at A Peg-Leg Ghost by Wellington Vandiver, ...

Dio Cassius was a Roman statesman and historian of Greek origin. He published 80 volumes of history on ancient Rome, beginning with the arrival of Aeneas in Italy. The volumes documented the subsequent founding of Rome (753 BC), the formation of the republic (509 BC), and the creation of the empire (31 BC). The history continues until AD 229.

A compilation of diverse topics across our 12 categories. You will learn about: the history of whaling, the art of film noir, the psychology behind the Stockholm Syndrome, the history of the U.S. Federal Reserve, the story of Joan of Arc, the discovery of penicillin, the science of meteorites, the history of the D-Day Invasion, the unexplained phenomenon of crop circles, the adventure of climbing Everest, the thought of Confucius, and the start of fireworks.

Step into the trenches and immerse yourself in the riveting world of "World War 1 Stories & Real Battles," a compelling podcast that explores the stories, events, and human experiences of the Great War. From the muddy trenches of the Western Front to the turbulent seas of the Atlantic, we dive deep into the conflict that reshaped the world and laid the foundation for the 20th Century.

A thoughtful podcast about high-quality sipping drinks—often high-proof—focused on what they are, where they come from, and why they taste the way they do. Episodes explore broad categories and styles across spirits and related traditions, touching on history, production choices, and the factors that shape flavor, texture, and aroma. Along the way, it offers clear, grounded context for reading labels, understanding common terms, and making more informed buying decisions without getting lost in hype.

In the Second World War every bond between man and man was to perish. Crimes were committed by the Hitler regime which find no equal in scale and wickedness with any that have darkened the human record. It was a simple policy to keep Germany disarmed after the struggle of the First World War and the Victors adequately armed in vigilance. But errors were soon made.

Dive into Willa Cathers poignant 1923 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, One of Ours, inspired by the wartime letters of her cousin G.P. Cather, Nebraskas first officer killed in World War I. The story follows Claude Wheeler, a young man on a Nebraska farm, struggling to find his purpose in life despite being a skilled farmer. Pressured by his well-to-do parents, Claude attends a church-affiliated college, where he befriends the German Ehrlich family, who broaden his horizons. When his father expands the family farm, Claude returns home, marrying his childhood friend Enid in a union that feels more...

Dive into the first volume of a comprehensive four-part history of the First World War, chronicling the tumultuous events from its onset in the summer of 1914 to the Neuve Chapelle campaign in March 1915. Authored by John Buchan, renowned for his spy-thriller, The Thirty-Nine Steps, Buchan was also a politician and diplomat. This work, originally published in twenty-four volumes from February 1915 to July 1919, offers a unique perspective as it was crafted during the war itself. Beginning with the pivotal assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand, Buchan provides a rich backdrop of the ...

Dive into the tumultuous saga of the Rif War—the Guerra del Rif—which raged from 1921 to 1926. This harrowing conflict marked the bloody culmination of Spains ambitions to assert control over a North African territory designated by France. Fueled by a mining concession dispute, the war turned into a catastrophic ordeal for all parties involved—the Spanish, the French, and the Rifian people. With over forty thousand Spanish casualties and a nation left humiliated, the war destabilized Spain, leading to the abdication of Alfonso XIII, a civil war, and the eventual rise of Franco. Meanwhile...

In 1914, a new kind of war came about, bringing with it a new kind of world. World War One began on horseback, with generals employing bayonet charges to gain ground, and ended with attacks resembling the Nazi blitzkriegs. The scale of devastation was unlike anything the world had seen before: 14 million combatants died, a further 20 million were wounded, and four empires were destroyed. Even the victors' empires were fatally damaged.