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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Step into the rhythm of history with The Story of Dance: A Journey Through Time - a sweeping visual and cultural exploration of how humanity has expressed emotion, belief, and identity through movement. From the sacred temple dances of ancient Egypt and India to the elegance of Renaissance courts, from the revolutionary freedom of modern dance to the electrifying energy of hip-hop and K-pop, this book traces the evolution of dance across civilizations and centuries.Beautifully written and richly illustrated, The Story of Dance reveals how each generation reshaped the art of motion - turning ritual into theater, tradition into innovation, and passion into performance. Readers will discover the hidden meanings behind classical ballet, the social revolutions that gave birth to jazz and street dance, and the global digital wave transforming choreography today.Whether you are a dancer, historian, or simply a lover of culture, this book offers a timeless journey through rhythm, grace, and creativity - celebrating dance as the oldest and most universal language on Earth.Perfect for: ? Dance enthusiasts and students? Readers of art, culture, and history? Anyone curious about how movement shapes civilization and human connection.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Uthman's Assassination and the First Fitna is a clear, source-critical history of the crisis that reshaped the seventh-century Muslim community-from the siege in Medina (35 AH / 656 CE) to the rise of Umayyad rule (41 AH / 661 CE).Moving chapter by chapter, it reconstructs how local grievances in Egypt, Kufa, and Basra escalated into a general rebellion; how the killing of the caliph ?Uthman ibn ?Affan unfolded and was remembered; why rival coalitions formed around ?Ali ibn Abi ?alib and Mu?awiya ibn Abi Sufyan; and how the battles of the Camel and ?iffin, the arbitration, and the emergence of the Kharijites changed ideas of authority, justice, and communal order. The narrative then follows al-?asan's settlement with Mu?awiya and the consolidation of a Syrian-centered state.What sets this book apart is its method. Reports from early Arabic chronicles are weighed against administrative habits, papyri, coin sequences, and non-Arabic notices; claims are presented in graded form-well-attested, plausible, contested, or unlikely-so readers can see what the evidence truly supports. Along the way, key terms such as bay?a (public pledge), diwan (pay register), baghy (armed transgression), and khutba/sikka (pulpit/coinage as emblems of rule) are defined in plain English.Ideal for: general readers, students of Middle Eastern or religious history, book clubs, and anyone seeking a balanced account that neither sanctifies the past nor indicts it without evidence.Inside you'll find: - A verified timeline of the siege and assassination- Clear coverage of the Camel and ?iffin and the arbitration- How legal and theological debates (justice, rebellion, responsibility) took shape- How early statecraft-pay, roads, courts-made or broke legitimacyA rigorous, readable guide to one of the most consequential turning points in early Islam.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Step into the rhythm of history with The Story of Dance: A Journey Through Time - a sweeping visual and cultural exploration of how humanity has expressed emotion, belief, and identity through movement. From the sacred temple dances of ancient Egypt and India to the elegance of Renaissance courts, from the revolutionary freedom of modern dance to the electrifying energy of hip-hop and K-pop, this book traces the evolution of dance across civilizations and centuries.Beautifully written and richly illustrated, The Story of Dance reveals how each generation reshaped the art of motion - turning ritual into theater, tradition into innovation, and passion into performance. Readers will discover the hidden meanings behind classical ballet, the social revolutions that gave birth to jazz and street dance, and the global digital wave transforming choreography today.Whether you are a dancer, historian, or simply a lover of culture, this book offers a timeless journey through rhythm, grace, and creativity - celebrating dance as the oldest and most universal language on Earth.Perfect for: Dance enthusiasts and students Readers of art, culture, and history Anyone curious about how movement shapes civilization and human connection This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The Story of Music - A Journey Through TimeFrom ancient bone flutes to digital synthesizers and AI studios, The Story of Music - A Journey Through Time traces how humanity has used sound to build memory, ritual, and identity. This book invites readers to travel across civilizations and centuries, exploring how music has evolved alongside tools, technologies, and ideas - transforming from sacred chant to global industry.What You'll DiscoverOrigins of Sound - How rhythm and voice shaped early human communication.Sacred and Courtly Traditions - Music as power, ceremony, and storytelling across Egypt, Greece, India, China, and Japan.The Western Evolution - From medieval chant and Renaissance polyphony to Baroque mastery and classical balance.Romantic and Modern Revolutions - Emotion, innovation, and the birth of jazz, film, and global pop.The Digital Age - From analog recording to streaming platforms, AI, remix culture, and virtual concerts.Perfect ForReaders fascinated by history, art, and culture.Musicians and producers who want to understand how their craft was built.Students, teachers, and lifelong learners seeking a clear, engaging timeline of music's evolution.Why You'll Love ItBeautifully written with cinematic detail and accessible explanations.Cross-cultural perspective connecting East and West, ancient and modern.Practical insights into how instruments, notation, recording, and performance changed the meaning of music.A complete journey - from cave echoes to the algorithmic symphonies of today. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Uthman's Assassination and the First Fitna is a clear, source-critical history of the crisis that reshaped the seventh-century Muslim community-from the siege in Medina (35 AH / 656 CE) to the rise of Umayyad rule (41 AH / 661 CE).Moving chapter by chapter, it reconstructs how local grievances in Egypt, Kufa, and Basra escalated into a general rebellion; how the killing of the caliph Uthman ibn Affan unfolded and was remembered; why rival coalitions formed around Ali ibn Abi alib and Muawiya ibn Abi Sufyan; and how the battles of the Camel and iffin, the arbitration, and the emergence of the Kharijites changed ideas of authority, justice, and communal order. The narrative then follows al-asan's settlement with Muawiya and the consolidation of a Syrian-centered state.What sets this book apart is its method. Reports from early Arabic chronicles are weighed against administrative habits, papyri, coin sequences, and non-Arabic notices; claims are presented in graded form-well-attested, plausible, contested, or unlikely-so readers can see what the evidence truly supports. Along the way, key terms such as baya (public pledge), diwan (pay register), baghy (armed transgression), and khutba/sikka (pulpit/coinage as emblems of rule) are defined in plain English.Ideal for: general readers, students of Middle Eastern or religious history, book clubs, and anyone seeking a balanced account that neither sanctifies the past nor indicts it without evidence.Inside you'll find: A verified timeline of the siege and assassinationClear coverage of the Camel and iffin and the arbitrationHow legal and theological debates (justice, rebellion, responsibility) took shapeHow early statecraft-pay, roads, courts-made or broke legitimacyA rigorous, readable guide to one of the most consequential turning points in early Islam. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The Story of Fun and Games: A Journey Through TimeFrom Senet and the Royal Game of Ur to mahjong, Monopoly, Scrabble, and D&D-discover how play shaped culture, cognition, and community.Spanning 5,000 years, this richly written, research-driven book traces how simple tools-dice, tiles, cards, boards, and character sheets-became engines of fairness, strategy, and storytelling. You'll travel from ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia to the Silk Road, from the rise of chess to the industrial boom of mass-market classics, and into today's cooperative and role-playing renaissance.the-story-of-fun-and-games-a-jo.Inside, you'll find: Clear timelines & vivid stories: Senet, the Royal Game of Ur, Go/Weiqi, chaturangashatranjchess, pachisi & Snakes and Ladders, Mamluk playing cardsEuropean suits, dominoes, mahjong, and modern icons like Monopoly, Clue, Scrabble, Catan, Pandemic, and Ticket to Ride.Design made simple: how materials (wood, ivory, faience, paper, plastics) shaped rules-and how great component design teaches before a rule is read.Chance & skill demystified: from knucklebones to probability, risk management, and how randomness can be engineered to feel fair.Play with purpose: classroom-ready "Action Steps," prompts for families and clubs, and insights for designers and educators.Cultural meaning: games as moral storytelling, civic ritual, and tools for attention, negotiation, and cooperation.Perfect for: curious readers, teachers, museum and library programs, tabletop fans, and game designers seeking timeless patterns.What you'll take away: a sweeping history you can use-a toolkit to "read" any game (scarcity, uncertainty, information flow, affordances), plus practical ideas to host better play and design clearer experiences.Open the box. See how small rules created big worlds-and why play still organizes people, time, and possibility. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…