Bernard Hamilton 
Leper King and his Heirs [PDF ebook] 
Baldwin IV and the Crusader Kingdom of Jerusalem

Originally published in 1930, this book was intended to be an effective inspiration to faith and duty and emphasizes the importance of Judaism as a living creed. Although inevitably a product of the …

Europe 1780–1830 rapidly established itself as a standard introduction to European history in the age of the French Revolution and its aftermath when it first appeared. Now for the first time the bo …

This book considers the nature of change at the World Bank, exploring both the external impetous for change, and the impact of the Bank”s internal organization and culture. The author”s findings ar …

History of science credits the Flemish physician, alchemist and philosopher Jan Baptist Van Helmont (1579-1644) for his contributions to the development of chemistry and medicine. Yet, as this book m …

The relationship between natural capital and economic growth is an open debate in the field of economic development. Is an abundance of natural resources a blessing or a curse for economic performanc …

Recent years have seen a resurgence of separatist sentiments among national minorities in many industrial societies, including the United Kingdom. In 1997, the Scottish and Welsh both set up their ow …

This book, first published in 1928, is based on Chinese, Persian and Arabic sources, and provides the first scholarly account of the history of Persian maritime exploration. …

The seaside has always held a special position in British history as a place of rest, relaxation and recuperation. Over the last 200 years many have made their way to the coast, attracted by the long …

The First World War was a period of turbulent and unprecedented political upheaval that witnessed contrasting fortunes for Britain”s major political parties. This book demonstrates how the Conservat …