Ancient Education

What can we learn from the Judges and Kings of ancient Israel? The book of Judges in the Bible demonstrates the depravity of human-kind. There are 12 judges listed in this book. There were cycles of disobedience, judgment, deliverance, and peace that repeated itself. There were 42 Kings of Israel and Judah. The undivided kingdom of Israel had three kings: Saul, David, Solomon. Saul was a bad King. David was a good King. Solomon started out as a good King and was led into idolatry by his 700 wives and 300 concubines. He became a bad King. God divided the kingdom because of Solomon’s ...

Throughout this audiobook, you’ll come to understand the energies at work, recognize what influences you, and how you are affected by them.

Si quiere descubrir la fascinante historia de Inglaterra, siga leyendo...Hay pocos lugares que atraigan la imaginación como Inglaterra. Solo una pequeña isla frente a la costa occidental de Europa continental, cuenta con una rica historia que se remonta a los primeros humanos modernos. Desde los temibles guerreros celtas de la prehistoria hasta los hábiles inventores y estadistas de la era moderna, la historia de Inglaterra está repleta de magníficos castillos, complejos reyes y reinas, campesinos rebeldes y horripilantes plagas.

If you want to discover the captivating history of Mercia, then pay attention...The Kingdom of Mercia lasted for more than 500 years. Such a long period of time brought change to all aspects of Mercian life, and it is the role of history and this audiobook to follow that change through the centuries. But it wasn’t just the kings and queens that changed. The events of the period resonated within social and cultural life, religious beliefs, artistic expression, and trade. Everything evolved under the patronage of Mercia.

If you want to discover the captivating life of Tiberius, then pay attention.... Compared with the preceding rulers, Julius Caesar and Augustus, the name does not ring out with the same fame and pomposity. Shakespeare wrote no plays about Tiberius; his name does not echo in the history books with the same awe-inspiring prominence. Even his successors, Caligula and Nero, are more famous than he was.

This is the audiobook version of the book. The print book has two versions. One version is marked with Pinyin and the other without Pinyin. Please select the version that best suits your need.

To imagine - to see that which is not there - is the startling ability that has fuelled human development and innovation through the centuries. As a species we stand alone in our remarkable capacity to refashion the world after the pictures in our minds. Traversing the realms of science, politics, religion, culture, philosophy and history, Felipe Fernández-Armesto reveals the thrilling and disquieting tales of our imaginative leaps - from the first Homo sapiens to the present day.

This is a full-cast, unabridged performance with comprehensive commentary and analysis, enabling any student to fully understand and appreciate the play. Judge for yourself whether Lear is "a man more sinned against than sinning" in this moral tale that pits wisdom and age against ambition and youth. Experience and examine the power of Shakespeare's most cruel and violent tragedy.

The first part of this audiobook will explore Greek heroes, what they were like and what they accomplished. Furthermore, the audiobook will tackle Greek religion, and the gods and goddesses which establish the backdrop against which Greek legends were formed. We will also take a close look at the myths of Greek monsters. Listen to this audiobook now and discover captivating stories of Gods, Goddesses, Monsters, and Mortals.

Si quiere descubrir la fascinante vida de Genghis Khan, entonces siga leyendo...Lo que encontrará en este audiolibro es una combinación de hechos históricos, conjeturas de expertos, y mitos y leyendas filtrados a través de los ojos cambiantes de la historia y contados nuevamente a través de muchas generaciones. En Genghis Khan usted descubrirá temas como: La estepa mongola, Temüjin, convirtiéndose en Genghis Khan, construyendo el Imperio mongol, la vida en el imperio de Genghis Khan, y mucho, mucho más!

Full-cast, unabridged performance with comprehensive commentary and analysis for any student to fully understand and appreciate the play. Universally accepted as Shakespeare's finest play, we peel back the layers of Hamlet to discover how and why it deserves such a place of honour in world literature.

Esta prominencia cultural mostró su inmenso potencial durante estas guerras, ya que las guerras médicas fueron documentadas por Heródoto, quien a menudo se dice que es el padre de la historia moderna. Sus eventos cuidadosamente detallados inspiraron a personas como Tucídides a escribir su propia historia de la guerra del Peloponeso.

Combined for great value! The multi award-winning SmartPass study guide with and without commentary options. This is a full-cast, unabridged performance with comprehensive commentary and analysis for any student to fully understand and appreciate the play. Peel away the layers of Priestley's complex drama to appreciate this powerful warning, wrapped up in the genre of a gripping detective story, and truly understand that "We don't live alone. We are members of one body."

Full-cast, unabridged performance with comprehensive commentary and analysis for any student to fully understand and appreciate the play. Hear "A little touch of Harry" whenever you want to! Examine and appreciate the powerful language of leadership in this guided history play, considered to be Shakespeare's greatest creative statement about war.

This educational drama captures the experiences of a young World War I soldier who was touched, inspired, and changed forever by war poetry. Through vivid readings and recollections, we examine the work of 16 poets.

La civilización romana es probablemente la civilización más importante de la historia del planeta. Su expansión definió a Europa. Su constitución formó sociedades desde Rusia en el este hasta los Estados Unidos y América Latina en el oeste. Ni siquiera sus conquistadores fueron inmunes a la cultura romana superior. En este nuevo libro de historia cautivadora, aprenderá todo lo que necesita saber sobre las instituciones y la política romana.

The word yoga takes us back to the ancient times and brings to mind a plethora of images of extraordinary postures that seem impossible to attempt, let alone master. Yoga is much more than mastering the various postures or increasing your flexibility. It is an ancient practice that involves various physical stances as well as several mental and breathing exercises that cleanse our mind, body, and soul.

Introduction The Book "Aristotle in Quotes. The Words of the Great." is dedicated to one of the most remarkable thinkers of ancient Greece. His work and influence are enormous, and his name resonates over the centuries. The book is a true friend of every lover of philosophy and the ancient wisdom of the Greeks. In it, you will find a huge set of thoughts and reflections on all topics related to life. It is interesting to note that even today the words of this great thinker are relevant and seem to capture the reality of today, all too well. The words of this ancient thinker have impressed ...

Las primeras personas que lograron elevarse a la vida civilizada fueron los olmecas. ¿Pero por qué siguen siendo relativamente desconocidos, y permanecen escondidos en los largos y oscuros pasadizos de la historia olvidada? La verdad es que pocos historiadores están preparados para abordar la tarea de descubrir la verdadera historia de los olmecas. Y, por lo tanto, puede ser difícil para los oyentes encontrar un recurso fácil de escuchar, y que resulte cohesivo, sobre esta fascinante civilización.

La extravagancia de Nerón se ha convertido en nada menos que legendaria. En su día, fue increíblemente destructiva para su pueblo, particularmente después del Gran Incendio de Roma, un incendio que incluso podría haber comenzado él. En lugar de acudir en ayuda de los diez distritos que habían sido dañados por el fuego, Nerón aprovechó el espacio extra para construirse un palacio dorado. Asesinó, entre otros, a su propia madre, su exmujer y su hermanastro. Además, fue un violador, abusó sexualmente de niños y fue un abusador brutal.