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Dive into the fascinating life and groundbreaking ideas of Thomas Hobbes, the renowned English philosopher of the seventeenth century. This exploration highlights his pivotal work, Leviathan, and delves into his influential concepts such as the social contract, naturalism, sovereignty, and the intricate relationship between church and state. Discover Hobbes views on absolutism, political obligation, and the natural laws that continue to shape political thought today.

Dive into the world of one of the most influential medieval monarchs in this installment of the Twelve English Statesmen series. Explore the reign of Edward I, a ruler whose actions were either fueled by a profound dedication to his subjects welfare or a relentless quest for personal power. Responsible for kick-starting the unification of the United Kingdom, Edward I left an indelible mark on the countrys landscape through the imposing castles dotting the countryside. This podcast invites you to view history through his lens.

Dive into the intriguing life of Edward I, King of England from 1272 to 1307. Known for his imposing height and fiery temperament, Edward was a figure that inspired fear and respect. Through his reign, he transformed the royal administration, reformed common law, and even conquered Wales. As a soldier, an administrator, and a devout man, Edward embodied the medieval ideal of kingship, setting up Parliament as a permanent institution and creating a robust system for taxation and legal reform. These essays are meticulously crafted by a professor of medieval and ecclesiastical history at the ...

http://www.adfreebooks.com - 1000+ audiobooks, all ad free!Edward I (1239 – 1307), was King of England from 1272 to 1307. The eldest son of Henry III, Edward was involved from an early age in the political intrigues of his father's reign. Edward spent much of his reign reforming royal administration and common law. After suppressing a minor conflict in Wales in 1276–77, Edward responded to a second one in 1282–83 by conquering Wales. Edward's temperamental nature and height (6'2") made him an intimidating figure. He often instilled fear in his contemporaries, although he held the respect...

On March 21, 1968, Yasir Arafat and his guerrillas made the fateful decision to break with conventional guerrilla tactics, choosing to stand and fight an Israeli attack on the al-Karama refugee camp in Jordan. They suffered terrible casualties, but they won a stunning symbolic victory that transformed Arafat into an Arab hero and allowed him to launch a worldwide campaign, one that would reshape Cold War diplomacy and revolutionary movements everywhere. In The Global Offensive, historian Paul Thomas Chamberlin offers new insights into the rise of the Palestine Liberation Organization.