Frank McDonough

A revolutionary new history that reveals how climate change has dramatically shaped the development—and demise—of civilizations across time...

Explore the world's most powerful dynasties throughout human history in this epic historical account. Best-selling historian Simon Sebag Montefiore brings to life tales of palace intrigue, glorious battles, and the real lives of people who held unfathomable power. From humble beginnings to megalomania, uncover the achievements and downfalls of emperors and remarkable women rulers alike. The World is a spellbinding read that will transport you through time and space.

Explore the mechanics of revolution with William Sheridan Allen's classic analysis on the Nazi Party's subversion of democracy. Beginning at the end of the Weimar Republic, Allen examines the entire period of the Nazi Revolution within a single locality. Through legal records and interviews with primary sources, Allen dissects the transformation of Northeim, Germany from a sleepy town to a Nazi stronghold. Revised to include newly discovered Nazi documents, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of how Hitler rose to power through democratic tactics that incited localized support.

Explore Ireland's fascination with death and the role it plays in their cultural identity through the haunted and grim sites that form their history. Follow author Gillian O'Brien as she delves into the macabre rituals and stories that have helped shape Ireland's obsession with the moribund, from war to revolution, famine to emigration, and finally death and ghosts. Discover the undiscovered stories behind these sites and gain a new perspective on Ireland's past.

Explore the enduring mystery surrounding Hitler's death with expert Luke Daly-Groves. Did the Führer shoot himself or cunningly slip past the Soviets to live in South America? Daly-Groves delves deep into the evidence and scrutinizes the most recent arguments of conspiracy theorists, using scientific methods. This impeccably researched book analyzes MI5 files, unpublished sketches of Hitler's bunker, and personal accounts of intelligence officers to present the full, captivating story of Hitler's death.

Explore the fascinating history and interconnectedness of the world along the Silk Roads. From the Middle East's instability to China's economic rise, this book sheds light on the incredible past of the vast region spanning from the Balkans to South Asia. Discover the spread of ideas, cultures, and religions that occurred from the first encounter of East and West through trade and conquest. This book challenges traditional notions of our origins and highlights the vital role the East plays in shaping the world's future.