Neil Faulkner è un archeologo, storico e scrittore britannico le cui opere si immergono profondamente nel passato con un'analisi senza compromessi. La sua scrittura si distingue per l'acuto interesse verso le forze sociali e politiche che hanno plasmato la storia, offrendo ai lettori una nuova prospettiva sugli eventi passati. Porta narrazioni storiche complesse alla vita in modo accessibile e accattivante, fornendo spunti acuti sulla natura della società umana.
The narrative immerses readers in the journey of uncovering archaeological treasures that shed light on ancient civilizations. By examining artifacts like iron swords, enamelled brooches, and coin hoards, the book reveals insights into the lives and cultures of the people from the past. Each discovery serves as a puzzle piece, helping to reconstruct the historical significance of the site and its inhabitants.
This book is about one simple that the wave of racism and reaction sweeping the world is the modern form of fascism. New and updated version. The 'Brexit' referendum in 2016, when just over half the British electorate voted to leave the European Union, was followed a year later by Donald Trump's election as US president, confirming a qualitative shift in global politics, a sudden lurch to the right, away from liberal democracy towards a police state enforcing nationalism, racism, and sexism. Nothing has happened in the two years since Brexit and Trump's election to doubt that world politics is increasingly poisoned by 'creeping fascism'. The ascendancy of politicians like Trump in the US, Marine Le Pen in France, Matteo Salvini in Italy, Viktor Orbán in Hungary, Jair Bolsonaro in Brazil, and many more in other countries, cannot be explained as a passing phase of 'populism', and to do so minimises the acute dangers we face from the global rise of the far-right. How can we stop this 'second wave' of fascism returning us to the darkest times? How do we prevent the history of the 1930s repeating itself in the early 21st century? How do we break fascism, before it breaks us, and open the road to an alternative future and a world transformed?
Focusing on significant archaeological discoveries, this visually rich hardback explores the history of civilization from iconic sites like Stonehenge to Tutankhamun's tomb. It covers both renowned and obscure excavations, revealing insights into the Eastern Roman Empire, Tudor London, and Mughal Delhi, while also examining the impacts of revolutions and wars. Enhanced by stunning full-color photography, the book includes an in-depth timeline and informative feature boxes, making it an engaging resource for history enthusiasts.
It is the greatest crisis in human history. We are hurtling towards an abyss. The system is terminally diseased. Pandemic, climate crisis, endless war, mega-slums, police repression, creeping fascism, economic stagnation: these shape our world. On one side, grotesque greed and rampaging corporate power. On the other, poverty, oppression, and despair. Capitalism came into the world, Marx wrote, 'dripping from head to toe, from every pore, with blood and dirt'. Now, the ageing system is putrescent and gangrenous. But the last decade has seen explosions of revolt from below, firecracking across the globe, toppling dictators, resisting austerity, protesting racism, defending abortion rights, fighting for democracy. Here is the embryo of an alternative future. Revolution - ending the rule of capital and the state - has become an existential necessity. This book is a call to arms.
If you want a gripping, well-written, detailed story of insurrection against Rome, supported by splendid illustrations, start here.?The Sunday Telegraph
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Offering a comprehensive examination of human history, this work spans from the earliest hominids to the contemporary Great Recession. It uniquely focuses on the experiences and perspectives of ordinary individuals, highlighting their roles and contributions throughout significant historical events. This approach provides a relatable and accessible narrative, making complex historical themes resonate with readers.
Challenging the conventional admiration of the Roman Empire, the author presents a provocative argument that it functioned as a brutal system of exploitation and violence. Faulkner reveals how war and oppression enriched the ruling classes while devastating millions, including slaves and poor peasants. This critical examination highlights the inherent tensions within the empire that foreshadowed its eventual collapse. The narrative combines engaging storytelling with scholarly insight, making it a thought-provoking read for those interested in a darker view of Rome's historical legacy.
An essential book for the 21st-century citizen who seeks a lively guided tour of the ancient Greek Olympics
A history of the world that proves that nothing can stay the same