Ancient Times

She murdered her own grandchildren to seize the throne. For six bloody years, Queen Athaliah ruled Judah through terror, nearly wiping out the royal line of David forever. But in the temple's hidden chambers, a secret grew that could destroy her—a baby prince who should have been dead. From ancient palace intrigue to a grandmother's unthinkable choice between power and family, this gripping biblical historical fiction reveals the shocking true story of history's most ruthless female ruler. Discover the untold story of the queen who almost destroyed a kingdom. Get your copy of “Athaliah:...

Awards: GOLD BOOK AWARD - Literary Titan 2024 BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 - Paranormal by Onlinebookclub.org FIRST PLACE AWARD WINNER Spring 2022 by Bookfest AWARDED THE FIVE STAR REVIEW AWARD with Reader Views.com. FINALIST - American Legacy Book Award Embark on a captivating journey through history and mystery with the award-winning Dr. Kaili Worthy series, beginning with Disturbed Tombs. Step into a world where Cleopatra Selene of Syria and Pharaoh Seti I, two legendary figures from ancient history, are torn from their eternal rest and thrust into a modern-day museum. Their souls awaken to a ...

Are you tired of the same old bread that you see at the grocery store? Do you want to impress your friends and family with delicious bread that you made from scratch? Look no further because we have the ultimate guide to baking bread with ancient grains and heirloom wheat! Our new eBook, "Ancient Grains and Heirloom Wheat: The Ultimate Guide to Baking Bread," is the perfect resource for any aspiring baker. With 20 comprehensive chapters, you'll learn everything you need to know to make delicious and healthy bread from the comfort of your own home. In Chapter 1, we introduce you to why ...

Overwhelmed by the responsibilities of running a ranch on her own, Laurel Tracey decides to hire a convict - a man who's just scary enough to take care of squatters and just desperate enough to agree to a one-year post.

Previously published as KA. The Seeking Spirit of Khaemwaset: Guarded secrets, forbidden knowledge by Roy Lester Pond (AUTHOR) There is a certain statue in the Sculpture Gallery of the British Museum of the son of Rameses The Great, Egypt’s most illustrious pharaoh. The statue has an eerie attraction even today. In the 1900s a London group known as The Society of Inner Light regularly conferred with the exhibit in the Egyptian Sculpture Gallery, convinced that it was a medium for metaphysical activity and emanated unseen forces. She was an American historical writer visiting the British ...

Humphries has rendered (Ovid's) love poetry with conspicuous success into English which is neither obtrusively colloquial nor awkwardly antique.

One day ago I was a programmer, and one day later I actually traveled to Rome to become a Roman warrior. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of ancient Rome, where political maneuvering, clandestine plots, and the insatiable pursuit of power take center stage. Sheila Gates weaves a gripping narrative that will transport you to a world of honor, deceit, and the struggle for the soul of an empire. Dive into the heart of the Roman Senate, where Valerius Aurelius, a cunning and influential senator, finds himself entangled in a web of schemes and hidden agendas. As alliances shift and secrets ...

The narrow stairway inside the mountain led to a door that opened into a huge marble plateau. Upon this stood a stone circle of nine of the largest hunks of polished crystal Tory had ever seen. A turbulent cloud erupted overhead, its core alive with electromagnetic activity. For 20 years the kingdoms of Prydyn, Dumnonia and Dalriada have prospered in peace under the guidance of their High King, Maelgwn of Gwynedd, and his good Queen, Tory.

The story of Rahab comes to us through Joshua. Forty years of wandering have brought the children of Israel to their Promised Land, now controlled by the peoples of Canaan. This remarkable story tells of Jewish spies and their unexpected saving. There is a call and a reason to answer. Through it all, the hand of God moves not only nations to war, but individuals to great risks and greater rewards. My name is Rahab. I am a woman of Canaan. I do not belong in the lineage of the greatest love story, and yet, I am here. Kings have come through me. My people would look in wonder or scorn. It ...

From planets and stars to black holes and the Big Bang, take a journey through the wonders of the universe. Featuring topics from the Copernican Revolution to the mind-boggling theories of recent science, The Astronomy Book clarifies hard-to-grasp concepts and explain almost 100 big astronomical ideas. Covering the biographies of key astronomers through the ages such as Ptolemy, Galileo, Newton, Hubble, and Hawking, The Astronomy Book details their theories and discoveries in a user-friendly format to make the information accessible and easy to follow.

Seven thousand years ago, major climatic change was ushering in a 3,500 year drought. For a small band of pioneers in what is now Wyoming and the Montana Mountains, it was a time of fire. As they struggled valiantly to keep their ancestors’ dreams alive in an unforgiving, drought-stricken land, a heroic young dreamer and a fearless woman warrior united to lead their people to a magnificent destiny.

The story of the ancient Church is one of a people who were finding their way over many years by the light that God shined forth for them. Today, we are looking back over the centuries with many more years of understanding but we stand on the shoulders of those who braved persecution, death, debate, and mystery on behalf of generations to come.

Delve into the captivating journey of one of society's oldest institutions with The Evolution of Prisons. This illuminating eBook provides a comprehensive exploration of how prisons have transformed from rudimentary structures of confinement to complex institutions of modern correctional facilities. The narrative begins in the ancient world, exploring early forms of punishment in civilizations like Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Discover the philosophies that governed incarceration and the varied roles that prisons played in these nascent societies. Move through time to the medieval era, where ...

The Maya forged one of the greatest societies in the history of the ancient Americas and in all of human history. Long before contact with Europeans, Maya communities built spectacular cities with large, well-fed large populations. They mastered the visual arts, and developed a sophisticated writing system that recorded extraordinary knowledge in calendrics, mathematics, and astronomy. The Maya achieved all this without area-wide centralized control.

Discover the timeless wisdom hidden in ancient fables, reimagined for the modern reader. In Hitopadesha and Beyond, the enchanting world of fables comes alive with fresh perspectives and insights. This book is your gateway to exploring the profound lessons of ancient tales, adapted to resonate with today’s audience. Why Should You Read This Book? Hitopadesha and Beyond is not just a retelling of old stories. It seamlessly blends the wisdom of the ancient Sanskrit text Hitopadesha with best loved folktales and fables from other cultures, including Aesop’s fables, Panchatantra, and Jataka...

The Picts were an ancient nation who ruled most of northern and eastern Scotland during the Dark Ages. Despite their historical importance, they remain shrouded in myth and misconception. Absorbed by the kingdom of the Scots in the ninth century, they lost their unique identity, their language, and their vibrant artistic culture. Among their few surviving traces are standing stones decorated with incredible skill and covered with enigmatic symbols.

Tarset, a captive of time, is trapped in one of the most tumultuous periods of Egypt's history. Torn between her fated soulmate, Atum, and the life she left behind, she must grapple with a heartrending choice. As she navigates her new reality, a dangerous, uncontrollable power grows within her, threatening to consume everything in its path.

Hold your horses! Jack and Annie must find four secrets of greatness for Merlin the magician. To start, they travel back in time to meet Alexander the Great. He should know all about greatness, right? But young Alexander is bossy, vain, and not great at all! How can they learn from him? It’s going to take a wild black stallion, magic from Merlin, and a lot of bravery to succeed. Are Jack and Annie clever and bold enough to complete their mission?

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This time, the sacrifice is too great to ask of anyone—even a daughter of the sky. In this thrilling conclusion to the Touch the Sky series, Jennifer once again experiences visions of the past. This time, she sees life through the eyes of the young girl Alyona, captured by the Mongolian soldiers of Genghis Khan in AD 1224. Alyona’s journey is one of pain, heartbreak, and courage as she rises above the brutal world of the Mongolians. As Jennifer is drawn deeper into Alyona’s life, she can’t escape a feeling of foreboding. Each time she returns to the present and Derek’s loving arms...