The Complete Idiot's Guide to Crusades

by Melissa Snell

Author	: Melissa Snell
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 337
Release	: 2003-02-05
Genre	: History
ISBN	: 0786548312

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You're no idiot, of course. You know the Crusades were a war between Christian and Muslims for control of the Holy Land. However, these bloody conflicts raged over centuries, under changing circumstances, making the whole story difficult to follow. You don't have to don armour and cross deserts to relive the Crusades! 'The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Crusades' shows you why these wars began, why they continued for so long, and how their impact on the world still resonates. This 'Complete Idiot's Guide' gives you: -An introduction to the Dark Ages and the Renaissance, and why Pope Urban II would grant absolution to anyone who reclaimed the Holy Land for Christianity.-The origins of such Holy Orders as the Knights Templar, the Hospitallers, and the Teutonic Knights and the roles they played during the Crusades.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Middle Ages

by Timothy C. Hall M.A.

Author	: Timothy C. Hall M.A.
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 324
Release	: 2009-02-03
Genre	: History
ISBN	: 1440698740

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Shed some light on one of history’s darkest periods. The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to the Middle Ages gives readers the beginning, middle, and end of the era, starting with the fall of the Roman Empire in the year 550 and ending with the Renaissance in 1500—and covers some uncomfortable similarities between the so-called “Dark Ages” and today’s “modern world.” - A fascinating, fact-filled book that delivers more than a thousand years of history in easy-to-understand chapters. - Many AP European History students are urged to read an overview of medieval Europe to aid in their understanding of modern Europe, and a number of high schools have adopted elective courses in medieval history. - Complete with a timeline, a who’s who, and guides to further reading and the Middle Ages in film.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Roman Empire

by Eric Nelson

Author	: Eric Nelson
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 412
Release	: 2002
Genre	: History
ISBN	: 9780028641515

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You’re no idiot, of course. The battle scenes in Gladiator had you on the edge of your seat and wondering where you could find more information on the rise and fall of ancient Rome. But so far, your search has left you feeling like a blundering barbarian. Pick yourself up off the coliseum floor! Consult The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to the Roman Empire—a fun-to-read introduction to the fascinating history, people, and culture of ancient Rome. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: --The history of the Roman Empire’s rise and fall. --An idiot-proof introduction to the great epic literature of the Roman Republic. --A survey of the Romans in arts and popular culture. --Fascinating details of some of history’s most nefarious emperors, including Nero, Caligula, and Commodus.

Miracles of the Old Testament

by Alonzo Gaskill

Author	: Alonzo Gaskill
Publisher	: Cedar Fort Publishing & Media
Total Pages	: 456
Release	: 2023-02-02
Genre	: Religion
ISBN	: 1462127819

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Beginning with the Creation, the Old Testament contains a wealth of examples that showcase the Lord's power on earth. Now you can find out what these miracles mean by examining their hidden symbolism and historical contexts. Develop a greater appreciation for these miraculous moments and a deeper faith in the One who made them possible.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Science of Everything

by Steve Miller

Author	: Steve Miller
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 372
Release	: 2008-10-07
Genre	: Science
ISBN	: 1440652031

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“Why are most plants green?” Why doesn’t stomach acid dissolve the stomach itself? Why are there more tornados in the Midwest than on the coast? This volume answers these questions and over 200 more, shedding light on the science behind them. As informative as it is entertaining, it addresses every major branch of science, including physics, chemistry, biology, geology, meteorology, astronomy, and cosmology. It highlights some of the big ideas that helped shape science as we know it, and discusses the future of science with regards to nanotechnology, genetic modification, molecular medicine, and string theory. • Complete Idiot’s Guides® have a proven track record of simplifying science with great success, as with volumes on physics and chemistry. •Entertaining scientific overviews of this kind also successful, including such titles as The Pocket Idiot’s Guide™ to Not-So-Useless Facts and The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Understanding Einstein.

The Politically Incorrect Guide to Islam (And the Crusades)

by Robert Spencer

Author	: Robert Spencer
Publisher	: Regnery Publishing
Total Pages	: 290
Release	: 2005-07-01
Genre	: Religion
ISBN	: 0895260131

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Presents a critical analysis of the differences between Christianity and Islam and maintains that Islam contains a political agenda which endorses violence and aggression against non-Muslims.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to European History, 2nd Edition

by Nathan Barber

Author	: Nathan Barber
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 602
Release	: 2011-10-04
Genre	: History
ISBN	: 1101558563

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• Fascinating, fact-filled writing that delivers hundreds of years in the life of the European continent • Terrific supplementary reading for AP History students

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Islam, 2nd Edition

by Yahiya Emerick

Author	: Yahiya Emerick
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 452
Release	: 2004-11-02
Genre	: Religion
ISBN	: 1101097426

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An up-close and up-to-date look at an often misunderstood faith This completely revised and updated guide explores the tenets of the Qu’ran (a.k.a. Koran), examines the history of the religion and its relationship to Christianity and Judaism, and features an expanded section on the true story behind “jihad.” It explores Islamic views on war and terrorism, including the Muslim perspective on the tragic events of September 11, and the subsequent U.S. presence in both Afghanistan and Iraq. • Excellent sales for the first edition • Islam is the fastest growing religion in America, with more than six million devoted followers • Features an expanded section on women in Islam, including their status within the Taliban, and the Islamic practice of polygamy

The Complete Idiot's Guide to British Royalty

by Richard Buskin

Author	: Richard Buskin
Publisher	:
Total Pages	: 366
Release	: 1997-11
Genre	: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN	: 9780028623467

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This is a unique reference book about the ancient and modern British Royal Family and all the extrarordinary trappings and quaint customs that surround it.