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Greek, Mesopotamia, Egypt & Rome: Fascinating Insights, Mythology, Stories, History & Knowledge From The World’s Most Interesting Civilizations & Empires: 4 books

Discover Myths, History & More From The World’s Most Ancient Civilizations!

Within this epic 4 book bundle are vibrant, exciting, and memorable characters – plus places, myths, history, legends and more from Ancient Greece, Mesopotamia, Egypt & Rome.

Included in this Captivating 4 Book Collection are:

Ancient Egypt: Discover Fascinating History, Mythology, Gods, Goddesses, Pharaohs, Pyramids & More From The Mysterious Ancient Egyptian Civilisation.
Greek Mythology: Explore The Timeless Tales Of Ancient Greece, The Myths, History & Legends of The Gods, Goddesses, Titans, Heroes, Monsters & More
Mythology of Mesopotamia: Insights, Myths, Stories & History From The World’s Most Ancient Civilization. Sumerian, Akkadian, Babylonian, Persian, Assyrian.
Roman Empire: Rise & The Fall. Explore The History, Mythology, Legends, Epic Battles & Lives Of The Emperors, Legions, Heroes, Gladiators & More

We promise that once you’ve finished reading you’ll not only take away a wealth of information – but you’ll own the experience as if you’ve lived it yourself!

That’s because we have a passion for presenting factual, enjoyable history and culture in a style that keeps you turning the pages. Our books aim to not only provide you with the knowledge but to create an experience…We want you to feel the mythology and history “brought alive”

Allow us then to guide you through the mysterious, fascinating and magnificent histories of Ancient Greece, Mesopotamia, Egypt & Rome. Gods, goddesses, kings, queens, pyramids, mythology, culture, battles, beliefs, rituals, love, war, and much more.

All This & Much More In This 4 Book Collection, including:

The Timeline of Roman History – How did it all begin? And how did it end?
The Ancient Origins & Story of The Olympics
Introduction to the Sumerians, Assyrians, Persians & Babylonians.
Egyptian Mythology, Gods & Goddesses – including, Ra; God of The Sun, Seth; God of Chaos, Osiris & more
How The Roman Military Became The Most Powerful In The World.
How Mesopotamia Laid Foundations for Human Civilization – technology, laws, education, languages & more.
Ancient Greek Monsters – Medusa, The Hydra, Typhon, Cerberus & More!
Love, War, Suicide & Venom – The Cleopatra, Caesar & Mark Antony Love Triangle
Mesopotamian epics & myths, including the Epic of Gilgamesh, The Babylonian Creation Myth, The Enuma Elish & many more.
Uncovering The Secrets of The Pyramids & The Mysteries Mummification

And much, much more…

It’s time to pull back the curtain and discover what it was really like back then. Get closer to those fantastic, colorful, and mysterious times.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast or just a curious reader…Inside you will discover a wealth of history, mythology, culture and more in this book.

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Paganism: Pagan holidays, beliefs, gods and goddesses, symbols, rituals, practices, and much more! An Introductory Guide

What is paganism? Is it an heretical faith that stands in opposition to Christianity? It is devil worship? The answer is no times three. “Paganism” does not refer to a single religion, but to a collection of earth-centric polytheistic philosophies that harken back to belief structures that pre-date Christianity. Pagans of all types believe that there are many paths to reach a harmonious relationship with deity. No single one is more valid than another. Since pagans do not see the world as locked in a cosmic struggle between good and evil, they do not recognize the Christian concept of Satan nor do they worship him. The notion of “pagan” as “heretic” is only valid when seen through the lens of Christianity. In her latest book, author Riley Starr offers a gentle introduction to the world of earth religions aimed at the beginner. Using Wicca, Druidry, and Odinism as exemplars, Starr explains what it means to function both as a pagan within a group and as a sole practitioner. With suggestions for starting a ritualistic life and for adopting the use of protective symbols, Starr opens the door for new followers of paganism to take the first steps in their own journey and encourages them to embrace a lifelong study of the deities and symbols that speak exclusively to them. Pagan holidays, beliefs, gods and goddesses, symbols, rituals, practices, and much more!

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The Templar Secret: The new thrilling adventure from the No.1 Sunday Times Bestselling author: Book 30 (Ben Hope)

£4.51

A set of symbols scratched on the wall of a crypt in southern France.

A flag bearing a red cross on a castle fortress high on a stone ledge.

And deep in the heart of the Vatican, a team of agents charged with making sure no one discovers what connects them all.

Ben Hope is a magnet for trouble. Years since leaving the SAS, he can still feel when danger is stalking him. But stumbling across someone researching the Knights Templar seems like a problem for historians rather than his military skills.

It’s only when a terrible twist of fate puts not just Ben but the people he loves in the firing line that he realises the battles of the past will soon wreak carnage in the present.

Faced with uncovering a mystery that strikes at the heart of Western civilisation, Ben might finally have unearthed the one secret that could take him down.

Scott Mariani’s book ‘The Tudor Deception’ was a No.1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2023-11-06.

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Ancient Book of Jubilees

£5.99

Almost lost over the centuries, the Book of Jubilees was retrieved from the Ethiopic language, translated into English by R. H. Charles, and was recently found among the Dead Sea Scrolls. The Book of Jubilees is also called the Little Genesis, Book of Divisions, and the Apocalypse of Moses. It repeats the events of Genesis and Exodus from Creation to the Exodus of the Children of Israel from Egypt. It recounts the events in sets of jubilees (sets of 49 years) and gives additional details such as the fall of the angels, and the creation and destruction of the Nephilim. It also mentions the three classes of pre-flood Nephilim. It details the fact that one-tenth of their disembodied spirits would remain on earth as demons to tempt people and nine-tenths would be chained until the Tribulation Period. Learn what secrets this Dead Sea Scroll holds. Compare the mysterious Qumran calendar with that of the Bible to learn more about biblical prophecies. The commentary is written from a fundamentalist Christian perspective. Brought to you by Biblefacts Ministries, biblefacts.org

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Magicians of the Gods: The Forgotten Wisdom of Earth’s Lost Civilisation: Evidence for an Ancient Apocalypse

£6.01

Graham Hancock’s multi-million bestseller Fingerprints of the Gods remains an astonishing, deeply controversial, wide-ranging investigation of the mysteries of our past and the evidence for Earth’s lost civilization. Twenty years on, Hancock returns with a book filled with completely new, scientific and archaeological evidence, which has only recently come to light…

The evidence revealed in this book shows beyond reasonable doubt that an advanced civilization that flourished during the Ice Age was destroyed in the global cataclysms between 12,800 and 11,600 years ago.

Near the end of the last Ice Age 12,800 years ago, a giant comet that had entered the solar system from deep space thousands of years earlier, broke into multiple fragments. Some of these struck the Earth causing a global cataclysm on a scale unseen since the extinction of the dinosaurs. At least eight of the fragments hit the North American ice cap, while further fragments hit the northern European ice cap.

The impacts, from comet fragments a mile wide approaching at more than 60,000 miles an hour, generated huge amounts of heat which instantly liquidized millions of square kilometres of ice, destabilizing the Earth’s crust and causing the global Deluge that is remembered in myths all around the world.

A second series of impacts, equally devastating, causing further cataclysmic flooding, occurred 11,600 years ago, the exact date that Plato gives for the destruction and submergence of Atlantis.

But there were survivors – known to later cultures by names such as ‘the Sages’, ‘the Magicians’, ‘the Shining Ones’, and ‘the Mystery Teachers of Heaven’. They travelled the world in their great ships doing all in their power to keep the spark of civilization burning. They settled at key locations – Gobekli Tepe in Turkey, Baalbek in the Lebanon, Giza in Egypt, ancient Sumer, Mexico, Peru and across the Pacific where a huge pyramid has recently been discovered in Indonesia. Everywhere they went these ‘Magicians of the Gods’ brought with them the memory of a time when mankind had fallen out of harmony with the universe and paid a heavy price.

A memory and a warning to the future… For the comet that wrought such destruction between 12,800 and 11,600 years may not be done with us yet. Astronomers believe that a 20-mile wide ‘dark’ fragment of the original giant comet remains hidden within its debris stream and threatens the Earth. An astronomical message encoded at Gobekli Tepe, and in the Sphinx and the pyramids of Egypt,warns that the ‘Great Return’ will occur in our time…

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Justinian: Emperor, Soldier, Saint

£7.01

WINNER OF THE LONDON HELLENIC PRIZE

SHORTLISTED FOR THE RUNCIMAN AWARD

A Sunday Times, BBC History Magazine, and Evening Standard Book of the Year

‘Majestic, sparkling’ Peter Frankopan

‘Superb and gripping’ Simon Sebag Montefiore

‘Effortlessly erudite’ Rory Stewart

‘Masterful’ Anita Anand

‘Spectacularly good’ Dominic Sandbrook

The definitive story of the Roman Emperor who shaped modern times.

This groundbreaking biography gives us an intimate insight into Justinian, a man who, from the humblest beginnings, rose to become ruler of much of the known world achieving an almost god-like status. An emperor who infused even the most mundane tasks with spiritual significance. A gifted administrator obsessed with detail. A middle-aged lover who fell for a dancing girl, ruling with empress Theodora by his side for over twenty years. A brilliant military strategist who was never on the frontline. The challenges he faced – climate change, battles over culture and identity, the first recorded global pandemic – and many of the solutions he found still resonate with us today. His legacy remains all around us. In this tour de force, Sarris shows us that in all his complexity and contradictions Justinian was, in many ways, a very modern emperor.

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The Cosmic Serpent: DNA and the Origins of Knowledge

£7.47

Whilst living amongst Peruvian Indians, anthropologist Jeremy Narby learned of their phenomenal knowledge of plants and biochemical interactions, gained under the influence of the hallucinogen ayahuasca. Despite his initial scepticism, Narby found himself engaged in an increasingly obsessive quest. He researched cutting-edge scholarship in subjects as diverse as molecular biology, shamanism, neurology and mythology, which led him inexorably to the conclusion that the Indians’ claims were literally true: to a consciousness prepared with drugs, biochemical knowledge could indeed be transmitted, through DNA itself.

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Persians: The Age of The Great Kings

£7.49

THE PERSIANS is a definitive new history of the Persian Empire, the world’s first superpower.

The Great Kings of Persia ruled over the largest Empire of antiquity, stretching from Libya to the Steppes of Asia, and from Ethiopia to Pakistan. At the heart of the Empire was the fabled palace-city of Persepolis where the Achaemenid monarchs held court in unparalleled grandeur. From here, Cyrus the Great, Darius, Xerxes, and their heirs passed laws, raised armies, and governed their multicultural Empire of enormous diversity.

The Achaemenids, however, were one of the great dysfunctional families of history. Brothers fought brothers for power, wives and concubines plotted to promote their sons to the throne, and eunuchs and courtiers vied for influence and prestige.

Our understanding of the Persian Empire has traditionally come from the histories of Greek writers such as Herodotus – and as such, over many centuries, our perspective has been skewed by ancient political and cultural agendas. Professor Llewellyn-Jones, however, calls upon original Achaemenid sources, including inscriptions, art, and recent archaeological discoveries in Iran, to create an authentic ‘Persian Version’ of this remarkable first great empire of antiquity – the Age of the Great Kings.

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Unsolved Mysteries: Unexplained Events and Paranormal Phenomena from Around the World

£7.52

Seek the truth at the heart of the world’s most bizarre cases in this chilling collection of unsolved mysteries

Did you hear about the woman who died inside a tree?

What about the legend of the Beast of Bodmin Moor?

Do you know that UFOs flew over Belgium?

Intriguing, captivating and downright bizarre, this heart-pounding collection of unexplained events is guaranteed to keep you up at night. Throughout history, unsolved mysteries have left us searching for answers.

Baffling stories of strange happenings and seemingly supernatural events mean we are terrified of what we can’t understand. Theories and folklore surround these events, but as we look for a rational explanation, perhaps the truth might be even more sinister.

Learn about the world’s most elusive secrets, and how people have attempted to explain them. Unsolved Mysteries includes:
– Strange disappearances
– Suspicious deaths
– Ghosts and hauntings
– Mystifying landmarks
– UFO sightings
– Mythical beasts

Dive into this peculiar collection of cold cases and paranormal events and see if you can uncover the “truth”.

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The Search for Hidden, Sacred Knowledge

£7.67

Many of us lived previous lives as keepers of sacred knowledge that was taught in the ancient mystery schools. Much of this knowledge was lost through time due to disasters and destruction or death. The knowledge was reserved for a select few who devoted their lives to understanding and teaching it.

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Myths from Mesopotamia Creation, The Flood, Gilgamesh, and Others (Oxford World’s Classics)

£7.85

The ancient civilization of Mesopotamia thrived between the rivers Tigris and Euphrates over 4,000 years ago. The myths collected here, originally written in cuneiform on clay tablets, include parallels with the biblical stories of the Creation and the Flood, and the famous Epic of Gilgamesh, the tale of a man of great strength, whose heroic quest for immortality is dashed through one moment of weakness.

Recent developments in Akkadian grammar and lexicography mean that this new translation, complete with notes, a glossary of deities, place-names, and key terms, and illustrations of the mythical monsters featured in the text, will replace all other versions.
ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World’s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford’s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

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Magic of the Germanic Tribes – The hidden powers of the Ancient World: A journey through Mythology, sorcery and Norse Magic of Seers, Wizards and Ancient Rites: 14 (Norse Mythology)

£8.99

Magic of the Germanic Tribes – The hidden powers of the ancient world: A journey through Mythology, sorcery and Norse Magic of Seers, Wizards and Ancient Rites

Experience the mysterious magic of the Germanic peoples in all its facets! This book reveals the hidden powers of the ancient world – from the runes, which were used not only as characters but also as powerful symbols, to the profound pagan rituals and magical practices of the seers and sorcerers.

“Magic of the Germanic Tribes” takes you on a gripping journey through the world of Norse mythology. Find out how the people were in contact with the gods such as Odin and Freyja, and how rune magic, protective spells and necromancy shaped their everyday lives. Germanic magic was closely linked to the forces of nature and permeated all areas of life – from protective spells to powerful transformations.

In this book you will find in-depth insights into:

Runes and their significance in magic
The role of seers and witches in Germanic society
Necromancy and spells for the dead: communication with the dead
The mysterious world of magical creatures: Trolls, dwarves and dragons
The connection between Germanic magic and modern esotericism

This work is aimed at anyone interested in Germanic history, Norse gods, mythology and fantasy. It combines narrative depth with well-founded information about the rituals and magic of the Germanic peoples, which still influence thought and spiritual traditions today.

Perfect for fans of Norse mythology, magical history and anyone who wants to rediscover the ancient knowledge of the Germanic peoples.

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Discovering the Mysteries of Phoenician Legends: Unlocking Ancient Knowledge: A Journey Through the Enigmatic World of Phoenician Mythology

£9.46

Do you want to embark on an exciting journey back in time to uncover the secrets of one of the most intriguing civilizations in history? Then, “Discovering the Mysteries of Phoenician Legends” is the book for you! This captivating guide will take you on an enthralling adventure as we explore the fascinating culture, myths, and legends of the Phoenicians.

Through this must-read book, you will unlock the knowledge and understanding of the Phoenician civilization that once ruled the Mediterranean world. Immerse yourself in the world of the Phoenicians and discover:

– The history and origin of the Phoenician civilization
– The religion and deities worshipped by the Phoenicians
– The famous Phoenician myths and legends
– The Phoenician alphabet and its impact on modern language

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– Unravel the mysteries of one of the world’s most fascinating civilizations.
– Engage in an adventurous journey back in time.
– The perfect gift for history buffs and myth lovers.
– Unlock the secrets of the Phoenician culture.

What are you waiting for? Grab a copy today and indulge in a thrilling voyage to discover the secrets of Phoenician Legends! Add to cart now!

Unlocking Ancient Knowledge: A Journey Through the Enigmatic World of Phoenician Mythology

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The Akkadian Empire: An Enthralling Overview of the Rise and Fall of the Akkadians (History of Mesopotamia)

£10.38

Discover the remarkable history of the first ancient empire of Mesopotamia after the long-lived civilization of Sumer!

Where did Sargon the Great come from—this abandoned baby rescued from the river?

How did he grow up to daringly and dramatically conquer all of Mesopotamia and beyond?

What propelled his stunning ascent to rule the world’s first empire, which stretched from the Persian Gulf to the Mediterranean Sea?

What can we learn about the fascinating origins and culture of the Akkadians and their unprecedented rise?

What curse preceded the empire’s cataclysmic fall?

This extensively researched, authoritative history of the Akkadian Empire will unlock the little-known and awe-inspiring stories of the people who boldly changed the world. This easy-to-read, comprehensive, and engaging presentation with striking illustrations brings the Akkadian civilization to life.

Some of the fascinating questions you will explore include:

What prehistoric people lived in Mesopotamia at the dawn of time?
How did the world’s first cities vie for power?
What precipitated Sargon’s rise from gardener to cupbearer to king?
Why was Mesopotamia’s “Golden Age” golden?
What horrific drought impelled the empire’s collapse?
Why was the Akkadian military machine indomitable?
How did the Akkadian’s life-like sculptures rival classical Greece 1,600 years later?
Why was the first empire so short?
What gods did the Akkadians worship, and how did their religion impact their lives?
And much, much more!

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The Sumerian Civilization: An Enthralling Overview of Sumer and the Ancient Sumerians (History of Mesopotamia)

£10.49

How much do you know about the “cradle of civilization?” Come explore the legacy of the brilliant ancient Mesopotamians who transformed the world.

Ancient Mesopotamia’s legacy was truly revolutionary. Childlike pictures scratched into wet clay evolved into the first written language. The Mesopotamians wrote the first epic poems, the first hymns, the first histories, and the first law codes. They developed the first wheel for transportation; simple carts that hauled bricks or produce morphed into chariots racing along at thirty-five miles per hour.

They gazed at the sky and mapped it, observing the planets’ retrograde motions and predicting lunar and solar eclipses. They developed the concept of time, measurements, basic counting, higher math, and hydraulic engineering.

Mesopotamia gave birth to the world’s first great empires—the Akkadians, Assyrians, Babylonians, and Achaemenids—which stretched over three continents.

A glimpse at the questions this overview unpacks includes:

How old is the world’s first city?
How did the Eridu Genesis compare to Noah and the ark?
How fast was the world’s first postal system?
How many times did Babylon’s patron god Marduk get stolen?
How did Hammurabi’s law code compare to the Law of Moses?
Who calculated pi (π) to the value of 3.125 and understood the Pythagorean theorem twelve centuries before Pythagoras was born?
Did Xerxes really have a million men in his army?
Which empire encompassed 44 percent of the world’s population?
What eunuch poisoned most of the Persian royal family?
And much, much more!

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The Maya Civilization: An Enthralling Overview of Maya History, Starting From the Olmecs’ Domination of Ancient Mexico to the Arrival of Hernan Cortes and the Spanish Conquest

£11.01

Are the Mayans still around?

What is the importance of Chichen Itza’s discovery?

How did this mighty civilization fall?

If you want answers to these intriguing questions, then keep reading…

The Mayans created an amazing society, full of surprises that keep us guessing how these people came to be and why – exactly – their civilization fell. Theories abound, archeologic discoveries both perplex and inspire us, but one thing remains: their story reads much more like our recent past than you’d ever imagined!

This book takes readers on a journey that few have taken, deep into the Mayans’ lineage, customs, politics, and daily life. Join us as we delve deep into the Maya story, uncovering stories, facts, and theories about this important – yet perplexing – society:

The bitter irony of Catholicism’s spread in Maya culture
Who was the “mother civilization” of Mesoamerica?
Did they really practice human sacrifice?
A different kind of calendar…
What inspired the rise of city-states in this ancient culture?
Did the Maya develop the wheel?
How – and what did they use – to make paint
Were the Maya peaceful?
Inventions galore – but what did they invent that we still use today?
Why – and how – did the Spanish decide to conquer the Maya?
Did a megadrought kill off the Mayans?
Heavens, Earth, and Underground: Not just for Hobbits
How did the large cities influence Mayan society – and who ruled them?

You’ll learn some fun facts – but will also be challenged with archaeologically-puzzling discoveries and learn of one man who escaped death-by-politics. (Exile wasn’t good enough for some Mayan leaders; they meant to exterminate those who opposed them!)

Grab your copy of this book, and dive into the many astonishing elements of this ancient civilization!

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