William Warde Fowler was een Engelse historicus en ornitholoog, breed erkend voor zijn wetenschappelijke bijdragen aan de studie van de oude Romeinse religie. Als tutor aan het Lincoln College in Oxford wijdde hij zijn werk aan de nauwgezette studie van de religieuze praktijken en overtuigingen van de oudheid. Fowler's onderzoek bood belangrijke inzichten in het spirituele landschap van het oude Rome, waardoor ons begrip van de culturele fundamenten werd verrijkt. Zijn geschriften blijven lezers boeien die geïnteresseerd zijn in de klassieke geschiedenis en de blijvende nalatenschap ervan.
The collection features a diverse array of poems addressing contemporary issues, including politics and patriotism, while also offering insights on improving the world. It balances serious themes with humor and whimsy, showcasing the author's range and creativity. William Fowler invites readers to share in the enjoyment he found in crafting these pieces.
The Belgian town of Ypres is now synonymous with the tragedy of the First World War. The First and Second Battles of Ypres saw some of the bloodiest fighting during the early days of the war, as well as the first use of poison gas by the Germans. If you want to understand what happened and why - read Battle Story. Key profiles explore the British and German soldiers who faced each other across the frontline Rare diary extracts reveal what it was really like to live in the trenches and fight across No Man's Land Dramatic photographs place you on the frontline of the unfolding action Orders of Battle detail the composition of the opposing forces' armies Packed with fact boxes, this short introduction is the perfect way to start exploring these important battles.
Explores the historical development of rifles through the centuries and an A-Z visual directory with key specifications for each weapon.
Photographs and text feature many different types of insignia with examples from military forces worldwide.
Focusing on the experiences of veterans, this comprehensive history delves into the elite and elusive military unit, offering insights through extensive research and interviews. William Fowler presents a thorough exploration of its unique aspects, making it a definitive account of the unit's legacy and operations.
A comprehensive illustrated encyclopedia of 500 arms from the different countries of the world, organized according to country of manufacture and featuring key specifications for each gun of caliber, magazine capacity, barrel length and unloaded weight.
"Shakespeare's plays are famous all over the world - in the theatre, in film and in the classroom. What do we know about the man? What kind of life did he have? Who were his friends? Why can we still laugh and suffer with his characters 400 years after his death?"--Decitre.fr
This book offers a detailed exploration of the Roman festivals during the Republic era, providing insights into the cultural and religious practices of ancient Rome. The reprint preserves the original 1899 edition's scholarly analysis, making it a valuable resource for those interested in Roman history and traditions.