Legends Lies and World History by Richard Shenkman ISBN 0060922559

Legends, Lies and World History by Richard Shenkman, ISBN 0060922559 A humorous take on world history debunks the myths that surround Cleopatra, Nero, Robin Hood, King Arthur, Joan of Arc, and other historical icons...Bestselling author of 'Legends, Lies & Cherished Myths of American History' now takes on the world! Skewering the nonsense we were all taught about the world's revolutions, religions, heroes, and inventors, 'Legends, Lies & Cherished Myths of World History' is a whirlwind tour of history from the Trojan War to World War II. Eclectic and fun, Richard Shenkman's well-documented revelations prove that muck of history is indeed 'but a fable agreed upon.' Queen Victoria may have usually worn black, but she loved to drink and party. During World War II the English were conned into believing it was Winston Churchill who broadcast the speech about this being their finest hour. But it wasn't Churchill, it was Norman Shelley, a radio actor hired as a stand-in. Marie Antoinette did not say, 'Let them eat cake, ' Churchill didn't coin the phrase 'the Iron Curtain,' and Caesar never said, 'Et tu, Brute?' Scandal in the English monarchy is nothing new: Fifteen kings fathered children out of wedlock. One queen helped depose her husband so her lover could take his place. Three English kings were gay.... Click here or on the image for details

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The Shaping of MiddleEarth The Quenta the Ambarkanta and the Annals by J R R Tolkien ISBN 0345400437

The Shaping of Middle-Earth: The Quenta, the Ambarkanta, and the Annals by J. R. R. Tolkien, ISBN 0345400437 This volume in the history of Middle-earth offers prose, poetry, maps, and chronologies and covers the creation myth through Morgoth's fall; includes a description of the events in Beleriand and the first Silmarillion map....THE HISTORY OF MIDDLE-EARTH Poems and prose, maps and chronologies, detours and diversions along the road to Middle-earth . . . Christopher Tolkien has gathered archival materials that his late father, J. R. R. Tolkien, used to create the world and the history behind his classic stories. THE EVOLUTION OF A WORLD This fourth volume of The History of Middle-earth presents early versions of those first tales, from the creation myth to the fall of Morgoth. Writings include a chronology of the events in Beleriand, the first Silmarillion map, and the only known description of the physical nature of Middle-earth's universe. Detailed annotations highlight changes ranging from the spelling of Elvish names to pivotal emendations whose effects reach even to the war of the ring. The Shaping of Middle-earth presents a solid framework by which to trace the development of the early lore of Middle-earth. It is a truly indispensable reference work for those familiar with the history of that endlessly beloved land--and fascinating reading for those just entering that world.... Click here or on the image for details

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Delahey 6-Piece Outdoor Wood Dining Set Delahey 6-Piece Outdoor Wood Dining Set  $326.00 Made from FSC-certified solid hardwood, this value-priced outdoor dining set includes an oval-shaped table, four chairs and bench.

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Shakespeares Kitchen Renaissance Recipes for the Contemporary Cook by Francine Segan ISBN 0375509178

Shakespeare's Kitchen: Renaissance Recipes for the Contemporary Cook by Francine Segan, ISBN 0375509178 A noted food historian brings to life the classic foods of William Shakepeare's world in a series of updated, easy-to-prepare recipes, drawn from sixteenth- and seventeenth-century cookbooks....'Shakespeare's Kitchen not only reveals, sometimes surprisingly, what people were eating in Shakespeare's time but also provides recipes that today's cooks can easily re-create with readily available ingredients.' --from the Foreword by Patrick O'Connell Francine Segan introduces contemporary cooks to the foods of William Shakespeare's world with recipes updated from classic sixteenth- and seventeenth-century cookbooks. Her easy-to-prepare adaptations shatter the myth that the Bard's primary fare was boiled mutton. In fact, Shakespeare and his contemporaries dined on salads of fresh herbs and vegetables; fish, fowl, and meats of all kinds; and delicate broths. Dried Plums with Wine and Ginger-Zest Crostini, Winter Salad with Raisin and Caper Vinaigrette, and Lobster with Pistachio Stuffing and Seville Orange Butter are just a few of the delicious, aromatic, and gorgeous dishes that will surprise and delight. Segan's delicate and careful renditions of these recipes have been thoroughly tested to ensure no-fail, standout results. The tantalizing Renaissance recipes in Shakespeare's Kitchen are enhanced with food-related quotes from the Bard, delightful morsels of culinary history, interesting facts on the customs and social etiquette of Shakespeare's time, and the texts of the original recipes, complete with antiquated spellings and eccentric directions. Fifty color images by award-winning food photographer Tim Turner span the centuries with both old-world and contemporary treatments. Patrick O'Connell provides an enticing Foreword to this edible history from which food lovers and Shakespeare enthusiasts alike will derive nourishment. Want something new for dinner? Try somethingfour hundred years old.... Click here or on the image for details

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Dell Inspiron I530-108 Desktop PC w/ 17' LCD & MS Office Home & Student Edition Dell Inspiron I530-108 Desktop PC w/ 17' LCD & MS Office Home & Student Edition  $548.00 2 GHz Intel Celeron Processor 2 GB RAM, 250 GB hard drive DVD burner, Windows Vista Home Basic and more

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Crash Bandicoot Twinsanity PS2

Crash Bandicoot: Twinsanity (PS2) Crash and Dr. Cortex must team up to save the world. ...A new evil has invaded the island paradise of Crash Bandicoot with plans of destruction. In a strange twist, Crash reluctantly pairs with his archenemy, Dr. Neo Cortex, in order to save the world. Through the unorthodox partnership, Cortex is abused as Crash's favorite weapon when Crash and Cortex are controlled as one in this all-new gameplay mechanic. Encounter reactive enemies, fully immersive environments and a wacky cast of all-new characters in Crash Bandicoot's craziest and funniest adventure ever. Crash and Dr. Cortex join forces for hilarious team gameplay A fully fleshed out and hilarious storyline from award-winning animation filmmaker/writer Jordan Reichek (of Ren & Stimpy) Four playable characters -- Crash, Cortex, Nina Cortex, the niece of the evil doctor, and the brand new pairing of Crash and Dr.... Click here or on the image for details

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1984 by George Orwell ISBN 0679417397

1984 by George Orwell, ISBN 0679417397 Portrays life in a future time when a totalitarian government watches over all citizens and directs all activities...(Book Jacket Status: Jacketed) 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' revealed George Orwell as one of the twentieth century's greatest mythmakers. While the totalitarian system that provoked him into writing it has since passed into oblivion, his harrowing cautionary tale of a man trapped in a political nightmare has had the opposite fate: its relevance and power to disturb our complacency seem to grow decade by decade. In Winston Smith's desperate struggle to free himself from an all-encompassing, malevolent state, Orwell zeroed in on tendencies apparent in every modern society, and made vivid the universal predicament of the individual.... Click here or on the image for details

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Philips Color Match Earbuds Blue

Philips Color Match Earbuds, Blue Use the Philips Color Match Headphones to listen your entertainment all the time....Use the Philips Color Match Headphones to listen your entertainment all the time.... Click here or on the image for details

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SVAT GX5201 Wireless Portable Color Video Baby Monitor with 2.5? LCD Screen and Night Vision SVAT GX5201 Wireless Portable Color Video Baby Monitor with 2.5? LCD Screen and Night Vision  $144.98 Feel secure when your infant is sleeping or playing in another room. The advanced child monitoring system, GX5201, allows you to see and hear what is happening on the stylish wireless handheld monitor. This portable monitoring solution is made possible by a 2.4 GHz wireless system that includes a monitor and a high resolution camera with a built-in microphone. The stylish monitor provides you with a large 2.5-inch color LCD screen to watch your child. You can see what is happening in the light but also in the dark. 8 infrared LEDs on the camera make this possible. Each LED gives off an invisible beam of light, so you won't disturb your sleeping baby. A sensitive built-in microphone means you will not miss even the quietest sound and you can even set the system to alert you if it detects sound over a preset level. This reliable system will be your eyes and ears when you aren't in the room. When your child grows, you can even use this versatile system to monitor your home or business.

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