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Hello, Does anyone know if there is an English translation of Inci Mehmed 3 and 4? I've found the first two parts, but the other two seem nonexistent.

I understand that modern government and institutions have made efforts to deliberately conceal or confuse sections of history that if the people became aware of in truth, would act against the interests of the international party. For example, in Ireland, the language of Gaeilge is highly...

In regards to the nature of ancient civilisations such as that of the Greeks or the Romans, or, if possible, in relation to the Gaelic race, who I believe were much more significant as a people than the portrayal of history expresses. I want an esoteric book, as far-stretched as possible, I do...

If you're a lover of sports history - and let's be honest, who isn't? - you might be interested in being an advance reader for my upcoming book Barbara Ann Scott: Queen of the Ice. Here's the blurb: As the first Canadian woman to win a gold medal at the Winter Olympic Games, Barbara Ann...

Sun Tzu's The Art of War, succinct yet profound treatise on military strategy, has transcended its ancient Chinese origins to become a cornerstone of strategic thinking across diverse fields. Composed during China's Warring States period (475-221 BC), the text offers timeless wisdom applicable...

While reading The Peacemakers, a single sentence about the Versailles treaty made me realise that I know next to nothing about WW1 in the Pacific islands. So I am hoping that the forum might be able to recommend a few books on the subject. Just from a quick Google I came across: Australia...

I recently came across a recently uploaded Youtube video made by a relatively popular Youtube amateur "historian": She talks about the recent polls which attest to the fact that the average attention span of the average American has reduced considerably compared to 20 years ago, and Americans...

What are some good books on pre-Islamic Indian history, specifically from 1 AD to 1200 AD, about governance and rivalries between ancient and classical Indian kingdoms.

Hello, I've constructed an aspirational Irish history reading list for myself published here as The 100 Greatest Irish History Books. I'm looking for solid criticism. Thanks! http://www.listmuse.com/greatest-irish-history-books.php

Hello, I've constructed an aspirational German history reading list for myself published here as The 100 Best German History Book. I'm looking for criticism, constructive or otherwise. Thanks! http://www.listmuse.com/greatest-german-history-books.php

Hello, I've constructed an aspirational French history reading list for myself published here as The 100 Best French History Books: From Revolution to Resistance. I'm looking for criticism, constructive or otherwise. :D Thanks! http://www.listmuse.com/best-french-history-books-revolution.php

What are good books on the Greek War of Independence?

The 100 Best Chinese, Japanese and Korean History Books Hello, I created this list to assist in my own education. I'd really like to hear what books people think are missing and are "must reads". It's also helpful to know which titles that are on the list you think are really worthwhile...

The importance of St Augustine's writing to Latin Christianity cannot be overestimated, but how did scholars and theologians of the middle ages access Augustine, and especially, 'City of God'? Were they able to sort out fake texts ascribed to Augustine from real ones? Who actually had copies of...

I learnt that some military school teach still use "The Art of War" of Sun Tzu. (along with some more modern ones like "On War" from Carl Von Clausewitz) So I would like to ask if there are some books of the same kind written in antiquity and still relevant nowadays in such studies ? Also, how...

I'm giving a few speeches on misidentified historical photographs next year, and I'd like to find a few more examples to add. So far I've got a few alleged Billy the Kid images to discuss (including "croquet Billy"), alleged photos of Abraham Lincoln, Amelia Earhart, Civil War spy Kate Warne...

I am not historian but 18th century military history fascinates me, especially in Europe. Can you recommend me please a good book covering Austrian Succession War and if possible any of its battles: Fontenoy, Dettingen, Bassignana?

Is there a way to read Henry Darger's books? I'm not interested in books on his books. I'd like to read from the source.

Chairman Mao Zedong, the founder of People's Republic of China is also well known avid book reader. What kinds of books did he read before going to the mountains and became a guerilla?

Hi all, I apologise if this is the wrong section for it, but can anyone recommend me any books that cover the state of the South Slavs in the inter-war period? Not looking for anything in particular, but if possible I'd like to learn more about the economy and daily life during that time. It's...