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Language
English
Description
Presents Herodotus's classic history of the early fifth-century invasion of Greece by the Persian Empire, which provides detailed cultural background on the peoples involved; and includes an introduction, time line, explanatory and textual notes, and an index of proper names.
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Books
Pub. Date
1982
Language
English
Description
Between 58 and 50 BC Caesar conquered most of the area now covered by France, Belgium and Switzerland, and twice invaded Britain. This is the record of his campaigns. Caesar’s narrative offers insights into his military strategy & paints a fascinating picture of his encounters with the inhabitant of Gaul and Britain, as well as offering lively portraits of a number of key characters such as the rebel leaders and Gallic chieftains. This can also...
10) Seasons
Publisher
Music Box Films
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
Français
Description
Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud (Directors of the Oscar-nominated, *Winged Migration*) return to the lush green forests that emerged across Europe following the last Ice Age, when the ice retreated, and the cycle of seasons was established. SEASONS is the awe-inspiring tale of the long shared history that binds humankind and nature. Nominated for the Films4Families Youth Jury Award at the **Seattle International Film Festival.** *"Another testament...