The Moth And The Mountain
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Two Hours
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The Gallic War, is a firsthand account of Julius Caesar's campaigns in Gaul over an eight-year period. Caesar's narrative not only captures his military tactics but also reflects his political acumen, particularly evident in his expeditions across the Rhine and the English Channel in 55 BC to bolster his reputation back in Rome. Caesar's strategic prowess is demonstrated in the decisive victory at the Battle of Alesia in 52 BC against a united Gallic rebellion led by Vercingetorix. Caesar's accounts, while showcasing his military genius, also served as propaganda, enhancing his stature in Rome, which ultimately played a crucial role in his rise to power and the eventual transformation from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire. The work not only chronicles warfare but also Caesar's diplomatic engagements and the brutal realities of Roman expansionism, providing a critical lens into the events that shaped Western history. This case laminate collector's edition includes a
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Res Gestae Divi Augusti
Res Gestae Divi Augusti
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Shopping Addiction: The Ultimate Guide for How to Overcome Compulsive Buying And Spending
Discover How To Overcome Your Shopping Addiction For Life Read on your PC, Mac, smart phone, tablet or Kindle device You're about to discover a proven strategy on how to overcome your shopping addiction for the the rest of your life. Millions of people suffer from a shopping addiction and throw away their personal and professional success because of these issues. Most people realize how much of a problem this is, but are unable to change their situation, simply because it's been apart of their mindset for so long. The truth is, if you are suffering from limitations because of your shopping addiction and haven't been able to change, it's because you are lacking an effective strategy and understanding of where your addiction is coming from and why it is so hard to stop. This book goes into where shopping addictions originate, signs and symptoms of a compulsive shopper, and a step-by-step strategy that will help you free yourself from your addiction and help you take control of your
De bello gallico
De bello gallico
The Ultimate Skin Picking Cure Guide: How to Overcome Compulsive Picking and Dermatillomania for Life
Discover How To Overcome Your Skin Picking Disorder For Life Read on your PC, Mac, smart phone, tablet or Kindle device You're about to discover a proven strategy on how to understand and overcome your skin picking disorder for the rest of your life. Millions of people suffer from a skin picking disorder and throw away their personal and professional success because of there own skin issues and the self-consciousness that comes with it. Most people realize how much of a problem this is, but are unable to change their situation, simply because it's been apart of their mindset for so long. The truth is, if you are suffering from a skin picking disorder and haven't been able to change, it's because you are lacking an effective strategy and understanding of where the dermatillomania is coming from and what steps you need to take. This book goes into where skin picking originates, what goes on in your brain, heart, and body when a picking urge rises up, and a step-by-step strategy that
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Civil War
A military leader of legendary genius, Caesar was also a great writer, recording the events of his life with incomparable immediacy and power. The Civil War is a tense and gripping depiction of his struggle with Pompey over the leadership of Repub...
