Tag: ancient history
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Alexander at the End of the World by Rachel Kousser
Brendan’s Alternate Tagline for Alexander at the End of the World: Bro did not know when to go home. Quick synopsis: The story of Alexander the Great’s final 7 years. Fact for Non-History People: Alexander was never defeated in battle. Fact for History Nerds: Alexander named over 70 cities after himself. Self-obsessed much? Am I…
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The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World by Bettany Hughes
Brendan’s Alternate Tagline for The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: My favorite is the lighthouse. Which one is yours? Quick synopsis: A look at the seven wonders of the ancient world. Fun Fact Non-History People Will Like: The Great Pyramid of Giza is both the oldest Wonder and the only one which still exists.…
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The Killing Ground by Myke Cole and Michael Livingston
Brendan’s Alternate Tagline for The Killing Ground: You don’t have to be a Spartan to die here! Quick synopsis: A look at all the battles that ever occurred at Thermopylae. It wasn’t just the one. Fact for Non-History People: It wasn’t Leonidas and 300 Spartans. There was about 1,000 Spartans and 6,000 other Greeks. Fact…
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Hannibal by Patrick Hunt
Brendan’s Alternate Tagline for Hannibal: This book has nothing to do with Anthony Hopkins. Quick synopsis: A biography of Hannibal Barca focusing mainly on his time in the area of today’s Italy and surrounding areas. Fun Fact Non-History People Will Like: Archimedes, a nerdy math guy, came up with a mirror he could use to…