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41) History of Cults
The word 'cult' conjures a wide variety of images in the mind, from sinister hooded figures lurking in the shadows to strange symbols and ancient scriptures warning of Armageddon. But not all cults are like this. In fact most are outwardly friendly and welcoming, their members normal, well-meaning people in search of answers. However, their search for the truth can often lead people to being manipulated by leaders with darker intentions.
...The ascension of the Nazi Party from fringe fanatics to the undisputed rulers of a mighty Germany was a blood-soaked march that seized the lives and minds of a generation and bent them towards war. Commandeered by an ambitious young loner by the name of Adolf Hitler, the National Socialist German Workers’ Party finally achieved its ambitions of power in 1933 and immediately set about rearming a recovering Germany for what would be the greatest
...Knowledge of the occult is knowledge of the immeasurable, the paranormal, the spiritual, and the arcane. Its origins are shrouded in mystery. History of the Occult delves deep into the past to investigate the hidden history of all things cryptic, mystic and other-worldly. Read about the lives of famous and controversial occultists, including possible prophet Nostradamus, and Aleister Crowley, denounced in the popular press as “the wickedest man
...44) History of War
From the conquering legions of Ancient Rome to the thunderous tank battles of World War II and beyond, History of War takes you deeper inside the minds of history’s fighting men, further under the bonnets of some of the world’s most devastating war machines, and higher above the battlefield to see the broad sweep of conflict as it happened.
This year has marked 100 years since WWI’s most significant and tragically bloody campaigns: Verdun and the Somme. From the desperate struggle for Fort Douaumont, to the disastrous British attack on 1 July, the History of War Annual is packed with the heroic stories, critical details and expert analyses that bring these and many more battlefields to life. Featuring: 20 Bloodiest Battles - Take a look at some of the costliest victories and defeats
...The Battle of the Somme was one of history’s bloodiest campaigns. Follow the course of events by examining authentic artefacts – including battle maps, telegrams and even pigeon-carried directives – as well as first-hand accounts by way of personal letters, drawings and diary entries. One hundred years on, remember the bloodshed on the banks of the River Somme in 1916. Featuring: On the frontline - Uncover the reality of life for those who
...In the History of War Book of Combat Machines we chart the history and development of dozens of legendary military vehicles, from the fearsome German Tiger tanks of the Second World War, to the rise of the nuclear-powered submarine, to the hi-tech fighter jets that now rule the skies, to the military tech of the future. We'll show all the facts and figures you need to become a combat machine expert, as well as breaking down each vehicle to
...As morning broke in Hawaii on 7 December 1941, the water was calm. The US Navy’s ships stood proud in the harbour, and their crews were looking forward to a Sunday off. But these would be the last moments of calm before the United States was dragged into a war that was consuming the world. In The Story of Pearl Harbor, uncover what really happened that fateful December day and explore the extensive Japanese planning in the months leading up
...More than 150 years after the end of the American Civil War, the story of America’s bloodiest conflict remains a potent one – a defining period in the formation of the United States as we know it today. In this bookazine we explore the American Civil War through investigating its key events, significant battles and its most influential figures. Through expert analysis, a wealth of authentic artefacts, spectacular photography, and eyewitness
...The mid-17th century was one of the most explosive periods in history across the British Isles. In England, a desperate king fought bitterly against his defiant Parliament; in Scotland religious turmoil sparked invasions from the north; and in Ireland, an oppressive regime led to an all-out Catholic rebellion. In this bookazine, we explore the how all these events, and more, combined to make up the British Civil Wars, from the political machinations
...A conflict unlike any that had come before it, the Cold War’s battlegrounds were as much in the hearts and minds of citizens around the world as they were in the myriad combat zones that stretched from Vietnam to Cuba. In the History of War Book of the Cold War we explore the most fascinating events of this iconic conflict, from the origins of the Iron Curtain, to the Cuban Missile Crisis and the fall of the Berlin Wall. Delve into the Cold War
...Since his radicalisation in the wake of Germany's defeat in WWII Hitler had desired a war that would secure the future of both the German state and its supposedly 'pure' populace. But words and thoughts are one thing - actually conducting a war, especially on the scale Hitler envisaged, required tactically brilliant commanders, courageous special units and formidable weapons. Discover the men and machinery that powered Nazi Germany
...Some situations call for a different type of soldier, one trained to move and fight in the shadows. Units such as the SAS, Navy SEALs and Delta Force have trained such warriors since World War II, and countless lives have been saved by such forces around the globe ever since. But these courageous super soldiers are not always sent into the fray to spare lives - on many occasions they are there to take them if necessary. In the latest title from
...56) History Revealed
History Revealed brings the past to life for everyone. It’s an action-packed, image-rich magazine with zero stuffiness. Each issue has a central section that takes a closer look at one of history’s big stories, such as the Wild West or Ancient Rome, telling everything you need to know. We also explore the lives of the truly famous, follow the great adventures of the past, taste the blood and thunder of battles, and look at how closely Hollywood
...57) History Scotland
Explore centuries of Scottish history and archaeology with fascinating features on topics from all branches and periods of Scottish history and archaeology, written by leading historians, archaeologists and museum curators. With news on the latest research, opinion, expert reviews and spotlights on the country's most significant historical archives, this lavishly-illustrated magazine has everything you need to explore Scotland's rich past.
...The earliest known depiction of a ghost dates back to a 3,500-year-old Babylonian tablet that has been among the holdings of the British Museum since the 19th century. Though it has never been publicly exhibited, and it’s small enough to fit in your hand, the clay stone contains detailed directions on how to get rid of ghosts. Myriad cultures around the world revel in describing ghosts, ranging from the Navajo’s “Chindi,” a spirit created
...Discover the extraordinary stories behind some of history’s biggest names... Whether using their leadership skills in pursuit of peace or power, these men and women have defined the times within which they lived. Their ability to gather huge followings unites them, but the outcomes of their actions couldn’t be more different... INSIDE YOU WILL FIND: - Gripping historical tales - Revealing images - Expert analysis - Facts and fgures
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