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The science of Leonardo : inside the mind of the great genius of the Renaissance / by Capra, Fritjof;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Leonardo, da Vinci, 1452-1519; Leonardo, da Vinci, 1452-1519; Science, Renaissance; Scientists; Scientists;
© 2007., Doubleday,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Lost gold of the dark ages [videorecording] / by Morpeth, Mel.; Fulcrum TV (Firm); National Geographic Channel (Television station : Washington, D.C.); National Geographic Society (U.S.); Vivendi Entertainment (Firm);
Lost gold of the dark ages -- Secrets of the lost gold.With exclusive access to one of the most important discoveries of modern times, National Geographic uncovers the secrets of the largest hoard of Saxon Gold ever found. Lost Gold of the Dark Ages chronicles the story of an amateur metal-detecting enthusiast who discovered a gold hoard dating back a millennium and valued at over $5 million. Also includes 'Secrets of the Lost Gold': a fascinating quest to reveal the hidden secrets of the 3,500 piece treasure hoard.E.DVD, widescreen; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Coinage; Coins, Anglo-Saxon.; Documentary television programs.; Historical television programs.; Treasure troves; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.;
© c2011., Vivendi Entertainment,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Blood royal : a true tale of crime and detection in medieval Paris / by Jager, Eric,1957-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Orléans, Louis, duc d', 1372-1407; Assassination; Crime; Murder investigation; Regicide;
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The honour of Rome / by Scarrow, Simon,author.;
The stunning 20th book in the epic bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. A.D. 59. Fifteen years after he fought Britannia's barbarians during the Roman invasion, Centurion Macro is back. The province is tense. There is restlessness amongst the tribes that have supposedly accepted Roman rule, while the atmosphere in Londinium is menacing. Newly discharged from the army, Macro is missing the camaraderie and drama of battle. But soon he will need all his courage and skills to survive. Gangs of thugs run the city. When Macro resists, a brutal attack serves as punishment and warning. But the mobsters have made a deadly error. Britannia's veterans stand with their own. And Macro will soon have a powerful ally: Prefect Cato. Friends who have battled across the Empire together, Macro and Cato make a formidable team. They will fight to the death to protect the honour of Rome.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; War fiction.; Novels.; Cato, Quintus Licinius (Fictitious character); Macro, Lucius Cornelius (Fictitious character); Romans;
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The practical encyclopedia of cartooning : learn to draw cartoons step by step with over 1500 illustrations / by Hissey, Ivan.; Tappenden, Curtis.;
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Subjects: Cartooning;
© c2009., Lorenz Books,
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The bird and the blade / by Bannen, Megan,author.;
As a slave in the Kipchak Khanate, Jinghua has lost everything: her home, her family, her freedom. She becomes an unlikely conspirator in the escape of Prince Khalaf and his father from their enemies across the vast Mongol Empire. Jinghua hatches a scheme to use the Kipchaks' exile to return home. Her feelings evolve into a hopeless love, as Khalaf seeks to restore his kingdom by forging a marriage alliance with Turandokht, the daughter of the Great Khan. All suitors must solve three impossible riddles to win her hand-- and if they fail, they die. -- adapted from jacket.
Subjects: Young adult fiction.; Young adult fiction.; Fiction.; Historical fiction.; History.; Juvenile works.; Science fiction.; Young adult works.; Historical fiction.; Science fiction.; Historical fiction.; Science fiction.; Slavery; Secrecy; Kings and rulers; Princes; Riddles; Mongols; Secrets; Slavery; Kings, queens, rulers, etc.; Kings and rulers; Interpersonal relations.; Secrecy.; Slaves.; Slaves.; Love.; YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Fantasy / Historical.; YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Historical / Ancient Civilizations.; YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Romance / Historical.; Kings and rulers.; Mongols.; Princes.; Riddles.; Secrecy.; Slavery.;
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How the Irish saved civilization : the untold story of Ireland's heroic role from the fall of Rome to the rise of medieval Europe / by Cahill, Thomas;
Includes bibliographical references and index.A look at how the Irish monasteries preserved all of the classical manuscripts that are now available while the rest of Europe was destroying them.
Subjects: Learning and scholarship; Civilization, Classical; Books; Manuscripts; Monastic libraries; Transmission of texts.; Scriptoria;
© 1995., Doubleday,
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The Foundations of Western Civilization. by F., Thomas,actor.; The Great Courses (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Thomas F. X. NobleOriginally produced by The Great Courses in 2002.Why is it important for you to grasp the archaeological record of the period from 1500 - 1200 B.C. in order to understand "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey" - two poems composed 500 years later?Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Education films.; Social sciences.; History, Ancient.; Education.; Instructional films.;
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The Renaissance : English literature in its historical, cultural and social contexts / by Lee-Browne, Patrick;
Includes bibliographical references (p. 94), Internet addresses and index.
Subjects: English literature; Renaissance; Literature and history; Literature and history; European literature; Authors, English;
© c2003., Facts on File,
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Colonialism and Capitalism : Canada's origins 1500-1890 : A New History of Canada. by Palmer, Bryan D.;
Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: HISTORY / Canada / General; HISTORY / Canada / Pre-Confederation (to 1867); HISTORY / Indigenous / Colonial History & Interaction with Nations, Tribes, Bands & Communities; HISTORY / Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island;
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