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Uncover the secrets of the world’s most enigmatic warriors with this definitive guide to Knights Templar history. Whether you are a fan of pulse-pounding historical fiction or a dedicated researcher of Crusades lore, this book offers an immersive journey into the heart of the medieval world.

One of the oldest Italian fashion brands in existence today, Gucci was founded in Florence in 1921. Guccio Gucci established his company with the goal of creating opulent luggage for Italy's wealthy and fashionable upper-classes. With the signature Gucci print of dark brown diamonds on a tan background, interlocking G logo and red and green stripe, the brand has gone on to become the last word in Italian luxury.

I BORNHOLM BESAT opruller Jesper Gaarskjær den dramatiske historie om besættelsesårene på klippeøen – både under tysk og russisk besættelse. Bogen er skrevet som en nærværende fortælling, der rekonstruerer en række af de centrale begivenheder på øen i Østersøen under krigen. Den fortæller således både om hverdagen under besættelsen og om de dramatiske dage, hvor Rønne og Nexø blev bombet til ukendelighed af russiske bombefly.

Little Book of Louis Vuitton is the captivating story of one of the world’s most luxurious fashion houses. Louis Vuitton’s monogrammed bags have been seen on the arms of celebrities and royals alike for over 150 years. From the young Louis seeking his fortune in Paris through to two world wars, the Great Depression, the Jazz Age and the Swinging Sixties, there is no era in which this most opulent of brands hasn’t thrived.

Little Book of Prada is the captivating story of the legendary fashion house. Understated elegance and luxury, technologically advanced fabrics and sublime originality of design are all hallmarks of the House of Prada. In this miniature monograph, Laia Farran Graves documents the history and heritage of the brand, from the company’s origins as a leather-goods manufacturer to the global fashion empire created by Miuccia Prada.

Infidelidades, queridas, novias, chantajes sexuales o madrinas. Cómo afrontaban los placeres carnales ambos bandos, incluyendo la pornografía, la autosatisfacción o la homosexualidad. Sin olvidar el boom del sexo de pago durante aquellos años.

Descubre el alma eslava con Alfabeto Ruso de Marina Berri. Un viaje fascinante a través del alfabeto cirílico para descifrar la cultura, la literatura y los secretos del idioma ruso. Una lingüista argentina se sumerge en las profundidades del alma rusa a través de su enigmático alfabeto...

Catalina Micaela was the younger daughter of Philip II and granddaughter of Catherine de Medici. Aged just seventeen, Catalina married Carlo I, duke of Savoy, and moved from the royal court in Madrid to Turin to begin a new life as a duchess. Overlooked by historians and little known today, Catalina was nonetheless a key figure in sixteenth-century Europe.

The author of Britain at Bay—which The Wall Street Journal said may be “the single best examination of British politics, society, and strategy [from 1938 to 1941] that has ever been written”—picks up his sweeping social history in 1942, when what was once a regional war has become an...

Through the generations, Hermès have created innovative and exquisite accessories for the most glamorous customers. From their nineteenth-century saddlery workshop to 1960s Paris and beyond, Hermès has graced the arms and wardrobes of style icons from Grace Kelly and Jane Birkin to Victoria Beckham and Kim Kardashian. The Little Book of Hermès tells the story of the evolution of the House of Hermès by fashion historian Karen Homer.

On April 26, 1986, at 1:23 AM, Reactor 4 at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant exploded, triggering one of the worst man-made disasters in history. What followed was a catastrophe of unimaginable scale—radioactive fallout spread across Europe, thousands were exposed to lethal doses of radiation, and an entire city was abandoned overnight.

Step behind the portraits, poetry, and pageantry to uncover the real woman who shaped one of the most extraordinary chapters in English history. The Virgin Queen Unveiled reveals the remarkable life of Elizabeth I—her dangers, her triumphs, her brilliance, and the decisions that forged the destiny of a nation.

Im Podcast Der Sage nach geht es um echte Legenden aus Deutschland. Wie lauten sie - und was entspricht davon der Wahrheit? Hendrik Efert geht gemeinsam mit den Hörern auf Spurensuche.

Essays on London provide an acute and perceptive insight into early twentieth century city life. Including profound meditations on the rhythm of life on Oxford Street and the consumerism that drives it, vivid descriptions of the epic cathedrals that pave the streets and the place of religion in contemporary society, and an intimate sketch of a charming woman who is a Londoner to her core, these eloquent snapshots of the city are told with Woolf’s trademark intimacy and self-awareness.

Mill Dust and Dreaming Bread takes listeners on a captivating journey through Scotland’s landscapes, legends, and lore. This rich tapestry of folk belief and folk magic uncovers the enduring connections between land, community, and spirit, rooted in the ancestral traditions of Scotland. From animistic practices and seasonal celebrations to the struggles of resilience against suppression, this book reclaims a marginalised cultural heritage and invites listeners to rediscover its relevance in the modern world.

È il 1998 quando Edgardo Sogno chiede ad Aldo Cazzullo di collaborare alla stesura delle sue memorie. Nasce così questo libro, nel quale rivivono le tradizioni di una famiglia risorgimentale, la Torino fascista e quella antifascista, la guerra di Spagna, la Resistenza. Ma soprattutto il progetto di quel "golpe bianco" che, negli anni Settanta, avrebbe dovuto fare dell'Italia una Repubblica presidenziale.

This compelling book takes listeners on a unique voyage through time, offering bite-sized chunks of social history that delve into the cultural, political, and sporting landscapes of each decade. From the dawn of the new century to the eve of the new millennium, this bite-sized guide provides an insightful and engaging account of Britain’s transformation over 100 years. Each decade is explored in a dedicated chapter, allowing listeners to gain an understanding of the key events, societal shifts, and influential figures that shaped Britain.

In seinem Bestseller »Höllensturz« hat Ian Kershaw meisterhaft die dramatische Geschichte Europas in der ersten Hälfte des 20. Jahrhunderts erzählt. In seinem neuen Buch »Achterbahn« nimmt der renommierte Historiker nun die Jahre von 1950 bis heute in den Blick und spannt einen großen Bogen von der existentiellen Unsicherheit, die die Staaten Europas im Kalten Krieg durchlebten, bis zu den Herausforderungen, vor denen sie heute, in Zeiten ökonomischer und politischer Krisen stehen.

Este volumen se centra en el tránsito que va de los orígenes de la Guerra de Sucesión tras la muerte de Carlos II a las transformaciones borbónicas y los ecos ilustrados del siglo XVIII, mostrando cómo la pugna dinástica entre Borbones y Austrias reconfigura la legalidad catalana y el equilibrio europeo. Abre con intrigas cortesanas, testamentos, renuncias y tratados de partición, y sigue la designación de Felipe de Anjou, la respuesta del Papado y de las potencias, y el temprano pulso institucional en Barcelona por fueros, juramentos y prerrogativas municipales.

Un recorrido vibrante por la Corona de Aragón entre Jaime II “el Justo” y Alfonso V, donde la política pactista se entrelaza con batallas navales, intrigas diplomáticas y el pulso de unas Cortes que exigen juramentos y libertades reales. El volumen abre con la paz trabajada con Castilla, los acuerdos con Francia y el Papado, y los pactos que redefinen Sicilia, Córcega y Cerdeña tras las Vísperas Sicilianas, con episodios estelares de Roger de Lauria y negociaciones ante Bonifacio VIII y los Anjou.​ Desde Pedro IV “el Ceremonioso” se proyecta un Mediterráneo en tensión.