Kings and Queens of Ancient Albania: Unraveling the Enigmatic Past
Kings and Queens of Ancient Albania: Unraveling the Enigmatic Past

Author: Spartak Fikaj

Publisher: Spartak Fikaj

Published: 2023-07-31

Total Pages: 53

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In the annals of history, there are civilizations that emerge from the shadows of time, enigmatic and alluring, leaving behind a legacy that continues to captivate our imagination. Among these enigmatic civilizations lies the ancient land of Albania, shrouded in mystery and rich in historical intrigue. Nestled in the heart of the Balkans, this ancient region bore witness to the rise and fall of illustrious rulers - the Kings and Queens of Ancient Albania, whose stories beckon us to uncover the secrets of their captivating past. Our journey into the enigmatic world of ancient Albania begins with the allure of Illyria, the land that birthed these remarkable rulers. Beyond the pages of ancient texts and the fragments of inscriptions, we embark on a quest to unravel the forgotten chronicles of Illyria's origins and foundations. From the shadowy realms of prehistory to the emergence of tribal confederacies, we are drawn into a world of cultural intermingling and evolving societies. At the heart of this narrative stands Bardylis, a powerful Illyrian king whose name echoes through the annals of history. As we peer into the depths of time, we witness the rise of this ambitious monarch, founder of the Ardiaean Kingdom in the 4th century BCE. His vision and conquests laid the foundation for a kingdom that would endure through the annals of time, shaping the destiny of the land that would later become Albania. Glaukias, a chieftain of the Taulantii tribe, emerges as another key figure in the saga of ancient Albania. His short-lived Illyrian kingdom in the 3rd century BCE left a fleeting but significant mark on the region's history, raising questions about the intricate politics and rivalries of that era. As our journey continues, we encounter Agron, a figure whose legacy intertwines with that of Queen Teuta. Ruling over the Ardiaean Kingdom in the 3rd century BCE, Agron's reign set the stage for his indomitable wife, Queen Teuta, to take the reins of power upon his untimely demise. Her reign would be marked by a conflict with the Roman Republic, a confrontation that would not only shape the course of her kingdom but also leave an enduring mark on the pages of history.

Crimes Committed by Terrorist Groups
Crimes Committed by Terrorist Groups

Author: Mark S. Hamm

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 1437929591

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This is a print on demand edition of a hard to find publication. Examines terrorists¿ involvement in a variety of crimes ranging from motor vehicle violations, immigration fraud, and mfg. illegal firearms to counterfeiting, armed bank robbery, and smuggling weapons of mass destruction. There are 3 parts: (1) Compares the criminality of internat. jihad groups with domestic right-wing groups. (2) Six case studies of crimes includes trial transcripts, official reports, previous scholarship, and interviews with law enforce. officials and former terrorists are used to explore skills that made crimes possible; or events and lack of skill that the prevented crimes. Includes brief bio. of the terrorists along with descriptions of their org., strategies, and plots. (3) Analysis of the themes in closing arguments of the transcripts in Part 2. Illus.

The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire; Volume 7
The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire; Volume 7

Author: Edward 1737-1794 Gibbon

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2022-10-27

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781017277586

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The End and the Beginning
The End and the Beginning

Author: Hermynia Zur Mühlen

Publisher: Open Book Publishers

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 302

ISBN-13: 1906924279

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First published in Germany in 1929, The End and the Beginning is a lively personal memoir of a vanished world and of a rebellious, high-spirited young woman's struggle to achieve independence. Born in 1883 into a distinguished and wealthy aristocratic family of the old Austro-Hungarian Empire, Hermynia Zur Muhlen spent much of her childhood travelling in Europe and North Africa with her diplomat father. After five years on her German husband's estate in czarist Russia she broke with both her family and her husband and set out on a precarious career as a professional writer committed to socialism. Besides translating many leading contemporary authors, notably Upton Sinclair, into German, she herself published an impressive number of politically engaged novels, detective stories, short stories, and children's fairy tales. Because of her outspoken opposition to National Socialism, she had to flee her native Austria in 1938 and seek refuge in England, where she died, virtually penniless, in 1951. This revised and corrected translation of Zur Muhlen's memoir - with extensive notes and an essay on the author by Lionel Gossman - will appeal especially to readers interested in women's history, the Central European aristocratic world that came to an end with the First World War, and the culture and politics of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

The 2030 Spike
The 2030 Spike

Author: Colin Mason

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-06-17

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1136555110

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The clock is relentlessly ticking! Our world teeters on a knife-edge between a peaceful and prosperous future for all, and a dark winter of death and destruction that threatens to smother the light of civilization. Within 30 years, in the 2030 decade, six powerful 'drivers' will converge with unprecedented force in a statistical spike that could tear humanity apart and plunge the world into a new Dark Age. Depleted fuel supplies, massive population growth, poverty, global climate change, famine, growing water shortages and international lawlessness are on a crash course with potentially catastrophic consequences. In the face of both doomsaying and denial over the state of our world, Colin Mason cuts through the rhetoric and reams of conflicting data to muster the evidence to illustrate a broad picture of the world as it is, and our possible futures. Ultimately his message is clear; we must act decisively, collectively and immediately to alter the trajectory of humanity away from catastrophe. Offering over 100 priorities for immediate action, The 2030 Spike serves as a guidebook for humanity through the treacherous minefields and wastelands ahead to a bright, peaceful and prosperous future in which all humans have the opportunity to thrive and build a better civilization. This book is powerful and essential reading for all people concerned with the future of humanity and planet earth.

The King's Grace 1910-1935
The King's Grace 1910-1935

Author: John Buchan

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2015-06-08

Total Pages: 206

ISBN-13: 1473375223

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This book contains a fascinating treatise on the English King, Edward VII. It is not intended as a biography, but is instead an attempt to provide a picture - and some slight interpretation - of his reign. This volume will appeal to those with an interest in Edward VII and English kingship in general, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of related literature. The chapters of this book include: "The Pageant of Succession", "An Uneasy Heritage", "The Restless Years", "Descensus Averni", "Contact", "The Fortress", "The Sallies", "Surrender", "Sour-Apple Harvest", "The Changing Empire", and "A House in Order". This book was first published in 1935, and is being republished now in an affordable, modern edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

Killing Hope
Killing Hope

Author: William Blum

Publisher:

Published: 2022-07-14

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 1350348198

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In Killing Hope, William Blum, author of the bestselling Rogue State: A Guide to the World's Only Superpower, provides a devastating and comprehensive account of America's covert and overt military actions in the world, all the way from China in the 1940s to the invasion of Iraq in 2003 and - in this updated edition - beyond. Is the United States, as it likes to claim, a global force for democracy? Killing Hope shows the answer to this question to be a resounding 'no'.

Images of Colonialism and Decolonisation in the Italian Media
Images of Colonialism and Decolonisation in the Italian Media

Author: Paolo Bertella Farnetti

Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing

Published: 2017-11-06

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 152750414X

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The twentieth century saw a proliferation of media discourses on colonialism and, later, decolonisation. Newspapers, periodicals, films, radio and TV broadcasts contributed to the construction of the image of the African “Other” across the colonial world. In recent years, a growing body of literature has explored the role of these media in many colonial societies. As regards the Italian context, however, although several works have been published about the links between colonial culture and national identity, none have addressed the specific role of the media and their impact on collective memory (or lack thereof). This book fills that gap, providing a review of images and themes that have surfaced and resurfaced over time. The volume is divided into two sections, each organised around an underlying theme: while the first deals with visual memory and images from the cinema, radio, television and new media, the second addresses the role of the printed press, graphic novels and comics, photography and trading cards.