検索キーワード： 著者 "Alexander Baltzly Frederick Adams Woods" すべてのカテゴリー

This compelling study explores the prevalence of war in Europe from 1400 to the present day. Through a comprehensive summary of historical periods of peace and conflict, as informed by discussions with historians, it seeks to answer whether the frequency and intensity of national conflicts are truly declining. Additionally, the book investigates how these periods of war relate to broader social trends, offering insightful perspectives on the dynamics of human history. - Summary by Leon Harvey

Step into the dark and captivating world of one of the earliest Gothic novels. The Caliph Vathek tells the tale of Vathek, a man of immense wealth and power, yet his insatiable thirst for forbidden knowledge drives him further into moral decay. With the sinister influence of his depraved mother, Carathis, Vathek embarks on a treacherous journey that not only endangers himself but also damns those around him. Join us as we explore this haunting narrative of ambition and consequence. (Introduction by MorganScorpion)