Titanic (Historical Guide)

Hadrian’s Wall examines the Roman Empire’s most spectacular British monument. Stretching from the Tyne to the Solway Firth, this massive fortification physically divided Britain, serving as a strategic barrier between Roman civilization and northern barbarian tribes. The authors frame the wall’s construction and tactical usage within the context of imperial frontier policy. For three centuries, auxiliary troops maintained this frontier until the fall of the Western Empire led to the soldiers' departure and the wall's decay. 

Author: David J. Breeze and Brian Dobson

Extra Note: Contents is in very good vintage condition. Listed as fair for the spine tear as visible on the photos.

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A sweeping, definitive account of world history over the last ten centuries, written by an acclaimed Oxford don. In Millennium, Felipe Fernández-Armesto presents a brilliantly integrated global history that tracks the rise and fall of dominant global powers—from medieval Asian dynasties to the modern Atlantic era. Packed with unparalleled academic erudition, this magnificent, panoramic book is a must-read for anyone looking to understand how regional cultures collided and evolved to shape our modern world.

Author: Felipe Fernández-Armesto

**Condition Note:** The first 30 pages contain scattered pencil notes and underlining. Note the markings on front end papers.

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In The Arabs and the Holocaust, Gilbert Achcar dismantles the monolithic stereotypes often applied to the Arab world's perception of the Shoah. Drawing on deep historical research, the book examines the distinct political and intellectual currents in the Middle East—ranging from liberal to Islamist—and analyzes how these groups historically responded to Nazism, Zionism, and the establishment of Israel. Achcar offers a nuanced, perceptive study of the competing narratives that continue to shape the Israeli-Palestinian conflict today. 

Author: Gilbert Achcar

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A definitive single-volume operational history of World War II. This 700-page tome delivers a realistic, uncelebrated account of global industrialized warfare from 1937 to 1945. Moving between strategic war rooms and the tactical battlefield, the authors analyze the logistics, leadership, and technologies that defined both the European and Pacific theaters. Linking frontline combat to political implications, this text provides a profound look at the conflicts, victories, and failures of the era. Ideal for students, scholars, and history collectors.

Author: Williamson Murray and Allan R. Millett

**Excellent condition, but has dust residue on the textblock (outside edges)

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In Rogue States, renowned political analyst Noam Chomsky offers a blistering critique of American foreign policy and the hypocrisy of the "rogue state" label. By holding the United States accountable to the international laws it claims to uphold, Chomsky exposes a pattern of military dominance and economic imperialism across regions like the Middle East, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. Through detailed analyses of interventions in Iraq, Kosovo, East Timor, and Colombia, he reveals how the U.S. frequently undermines the United Nations and human rights declarations, ultimately arguing that the nation has evolved into the very "rogue state" it purports to condemn.

Author: Noam Chomsky

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Discover a pivotal era of naval warfare with War at Sea in the Ironclad Age by Richard Hill. Part of Cassell's History of Warfare series under the general editorship of John Keegan, this highly compelling volume charts the technological revolution of the mid-nineteenth century. It examines the dramatic shift from traditional wood, sail, and cannonballs to steel, steam, shells, and ironclad warships. Moving from the American Civil War to the clash at Tsushima in 1905, the narrative brings to life the strategic developments, theoretical naval doctrines, and social evolution at sea. Perfect for maritime collectors and history enthusiasts alike

Author: Richard Hill

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Down the centuries, war has exerted a unique fascination on the human mind, balancing heroism and self-sacrifice against sheer brutality and waste. Who's Who in Military History by legendary historian John Keegan and Andrew Wheatcroft explores this unmatched human drama by profiling the monumental figures who shaped global conflict. This comprehensive biographical reference guide traces the world’s most crucial and compelling military leaders, strategists, and theoreticians from 1453 through the 1980s. Each entry evaluates tactical innovations and operational choices, offering a rich history of warfare. 

Author: John Keegan and Andrew Wheatcroft

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The Looting of the Iraq Museum, Baghdad: The Lost Legacy of Ancient Mesopotamia documents the April 2003 destruction and theft of priceless antiquities spanning 10,000 years of human history. Published in 2005 by Harry N. Abrams, Inc., this volume traces the history of ancient Mesopotamia from prehistory to the advent of Islam through chapters written by international archaeologists. Lavishly illustrated with 190 color photographs, the book reconstructs the museum's lost collection—including famous artifacts like the Warka Vase, the Akkadian Victory Stela, and the Nimrud Gold. A vital record of archaeology, history, and cultural preservation.

Author: Edited By: Milbry Polk & Angela M. H. Schuster

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