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The fifth instalment in this popular and highly successful series,
Viking follows on from Legionary, Gladiator, Knight and Samurai,
your guide to the Norse world of the tenth century ad. Discover
everything you will need to become a successful Viking warrior: how
to join a war band; what to look for in a good leader; how to
behave at a feast; what weapons and armour to choose; how to fight
in a shield wall; where to go raiding; how to plunder a monastery
and ransom a monk; how to navigate at sea; and what to expect if
you die gloriously in battle. Modern reconstructions and ancient
artefacts, including 16 pages of brilliant colour images, will
immerse the reader visually in the Viking world. The humorous text
peppered with quotes from sagas and chronicles will take you on an
engrossing journey from joining a raiding party to how to die
gloriously.
'Haywood's lucid explanations of the cultures of the Danes, Swedes,
and Norwegians are vital to understanding the motivations for their
movements' KIRKUS REVIEWS. The violent and predatory society of
Dark Age Scandinavia left a unique impact on the history of
medieval Europe. From their chill northern fastness, Norse
warriors, explorers and merchants raided, traded, and settled
across wide areas of Europe, Asia and the North Atlantic from the
late 8th to the mid-11th century. Northmen narrates their story
focusing on places where key events were played out, from the sack
of Lindisfarne in 793 to the murder in Iceland in 1241 of the
saga-writer Snorri Sturluson. Such episodes are fascinating in
themselves, but also shed crucial light on the nature of Viking
activity - its causes, effects, and the reasons for its decline. In
800 the Scandinavians were barbarians in longships bent on plunder
and rapine; by 1200, their homelands were an integral part of Latin
Christendom. John Haywood tells, in authoritative but compellingly
readable fashion, the extraordinary story of the Viking Age.
Through fifty-four color maps, covering almost 3,000 years and
spanning the whole of Europe, this atlas of the Celts charts their
dramatic history from Bronze Age origins to present-day diaspora.
Each map is accompanied by an authoritative text and supporting
illustrations. Continental Celts maps the Hallstatt and La Tene
cultures in Central Europe; the migrations into Italy, Iberia,
Greece, and Anatolia; the fate of Celtic culture under Roman rule;
and the fortunes of the Bretons from the Dark Ages to their
absorption by France. Beginning with Iron Age Britain and Ireland,
Atlantic Celts covers the failure of the Romans to complete the
conquest of the islands, the resurgence of Celtic civilization in
the Dark Ages, the history of Gaelic Ireland, and the making of
Scotland. Modern Celts examines the revival of Celtic identity,
from the Celtomania of the eighteenth century through the growth of
nationalism and the current state of Celtic culture.
Models for Dependent Time Series addresses the issues that arise
and the methodology that can be applied when the dependence between
time series is described and modeled. Whether you work in the
economic, physical, or life sciences, the book shows you how to
draw meaningful, applicable, and statistically valid conclusions
from multivariate (or vector) time series data. The first four
chapters discuss the two main pillars of the subject that have been
developed over the last 60 years: vector autoregressive modeling
and multivariate spectral analysis. These chapters provide the
foundational material for the remaining chapters, which cover the
construction of structural models and the extension of vector
autoregressive modeling to high frequency, continuously recorded,
and irregularly sampled series. The final chapter combines these
approaches with spectral methods for identifying causal dependence
between time series. Web ResourceA supplementary website provides
the data sets used in the examples as well as documented MATLAB (R)
functions and other code for analyzing the examples and producing
the illustrations. The site also offers technical details on the
estimation theory and methods and the implementation of the models.
John Haywood presents a grand sweep of global history in an
immediately accessible format via concise, insightful and engaging
text summaries alongside timelines, maps and illustrations. There
are 50 sections, each dealing with significant moments in the human
story from the origins of our first ancestors right up to the
present day. A short essay introduces and summarizes the most
important political and cultural landmarks with a clear timeline
then presenting events in four categories: Politics & Economy,
Religion & Philosophy, Science & Technology and Arts &
Architecture. Maps revealing the changes in our physical world at
key junctures in human history as well as galleries of images
illustrating the rich and diverse products of our cultural
heritage, offer a visual path through time. From this the reader is
able to access a whole new understanding of contemporary events
across the globe, making unexpected and surprising links and
connections across history. Who knew, for example, that at the same
time the Bayeux Tapestry was being completed in Europe, Chinese
scientist Shen Kuo was correctly explaining the origin of fossils
and Ghana was being conquered by the Almoravids? That as Peter the
Great was modernizing Russia, La Salle was exploring the length of
the Mississippi River and Christopher Wren was finishing St Paul's
Cathedral in London? This original and authoritative book offers a
whole new way of appreciating the diverse array of events that have
shaped world history.
The Celts - from their dark origin to the present day.
- Takes the story of the Celts right up to the present
- Compares archaeology to national mythology
- Covers continental Europe, Britain, Ireland and the present day
Diaspora to the Americas, Australasia and South Africa
Tracing the mysterious Celts from their dark origins to the
present, John Hayward paints a brilliantly evocative picture of the
birth, death and rebirth of one of the most important peoples of
European history. He explores their beliefs, cultures and arts as
well as their warring and expansion. A resurgence of Celtic
identity, particularly in Britain and Europe, has revitalized
interest in Celtic history. At the same time, developments in
genetics and archaeology have led to it becoming an arena of
controversy. John Hayward explores the changing identity of
Europe's Celtic speaking peoples through history, both as they saw
themselves and as others saw them. Covering continental Europe,
Britain and Ireland, and the present day Celtic global diaspora,
this is a vibrant and meticulously researched account.
John Haywood is a freelance historical writer. His many books
include "The Vikings" (Sutton, 2000, ISBN 0500019827), "Historical
Atlas of the Celtic World"(Thames and Hudson, 2001, ISBN 0500051097
), "Penguin Historical Atlas of the Vikings "(Penguin, 1995, ISBN
0140513280) and many more.
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Models for Dependent Time Series addresses the issues that arise
and the methodology that can be applied when the dependence between
time series is described and modeled. Whether you work in the
economic, physical, or life sciences, the book shows you how to
draw meaningful, applicable, and statistically valid conclusions
from multivariate (or vector) time series data. The first four
chapters discuss the two main pillars of the subject that have been
developed over the last 60 years: vector autoregressive modeling
and multivariate spectral analysis. These chapters provide the
foundational material for the remaining chapters, which cover the
construction of structural models and the extension of vector
autoregressive modeling to high frequency, continuously recorded,
and irregularly sampled series. The final chapter combines these
approaches with spectral methods for identifying causal dependence
between time series. Web Resource A supplementary website provides
the data sets used in the examples as well as documented MATLAB (R)
functions and other code for analyzing the examples and producing
the illustrations. The site also offers technical details on the
estimation theory and methods and the implementation of the models.
This book traces myths of creation, destruction and the afterlife
over 10,000 years of civilization. It travels through time and
across the world, from the mummies of ancient Egypt to the sky
spirits of the native North Americans, with stimulating and
educational projects to intensify the learning experience. Learn
how to build a Roman temple, fashion a Chinese lantern, create a
shaman's rattle and a Viking lucky charm, and place these items in
historical context. Stirring fact-packed text and over 200
beautiful illustrations make this vivid history an ideal
accompaniment to school work, or a perfect additional learning tool
at home for children aged 8- 2 years.
Investigate how essential aspects of everyday life have evolved
over 10,000 years in different societies around the world. This
book is both stimulating and educational, with projects to
intensify the learning experience. Learn how to build a Roman
villa, bake Egyptian cakes, erect an ancient Arctic tent, and
fashion an Inuit igloo. Stirring fact-packed text and over 200
beautiful illustrations make this vivid history an ideal
accompaniment to school work, or a perfect additional learning tool
at home for children aged 8-12 years.
"The Penguin Historical Atlas of Ancient Civilizations" explores
the world's earliest cultures, from the farming settlements of
Mesopotamia to the foundation of Rome. Examining the development of
civilizations around the globe, it covers such subjects as the
roots of the Egyptian pharaohs, China's long-lived dynasties, and
the great cities of the Incas and Aztecs. Richly illustrated with
photographs, artwork re-creations, and full-color maps, this is an
illuminating and multifaceted one-volume introduction to early
peoples and the world they created.
Viking marauders struck fear into the hearts of ninth-century European peasants, monks and nobles alike for two centuries, but the Vikings were more than seaborne terrorists. This atlas illustrates their influence extending from the Holy Land to Newfoundland, as explorers, settlers, craftsmen and hired mercenaries.
When did humans first inhabit different parts of the world? What
was happening in China when Alexander the Great conquered the
Persian Empire? What was the global reach of the great religions at
the time of the Reformation in Europe? "The New Atlas of World
History" is the first historical atlas to present global history in
a series of uniform world maps, allowing at-a-glance comparison
between different periods and regions.
This stunningly illustrated atlas features 55 specially
commissioned full-color maps that cover the whole of human history,
from 6 million years ago to today. Accompanying 48 of the maps are
detailed illustrated timelines that list important cultures,
events, and developments. Maps and timelines also come with concise
introductions that summarize notable historical and cultural
changes, as well as striking graphic displays that present key data
such as the world's five largest cities and total world population
for the relevant year. An extensive glossary of peoples, cultures,
and nations gives added depth to the maps and timelines.
Ideal for quick reference or for an authoritative overview of
the human story, "The New Atlas of World History" provides an
unrivaled global perspective on pivotal moments throughout history,
from the origins and distribution of early humans to the shifting
balance of world power today. Enables at-a-glance comparison
between different periods and regions Features 55 stunning
full-color maps Includes 48 illustrated timelines, concise text,
and an extensive glossary Traces the origins and spread of writing,
trade, religion, and much more
The Making of Modern Law: Foreign, Comparative and International
Law, 1600-1926, brings together foreign, comparative, and
international titles in a single resource. Its International Law
component features works of some of the great legal theorists,
including Gentili, Grotius, Selden, Zouche, Pufendorf,
Bijnkershoek, Wolff, Vattel, Martens, Mackintosh, Wheaton, among
others. The materials in this archive are drawn from three
world-class American law libraries: the Yale Law Library, the
George Washington University Law Library, and the Columbia Law
Library.Now for the first time, these high-quality digital scans of
original works are available via print-on-demand, making them
readily accessible to libraries, students, independent scholars,
and readers of all ages.+++++++++++++++The below data was compiled
from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of
this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping
to insure edition identification: +++++++++++++++Harvard Law School
LibraryLP2H000470218080101The Making of Modern Law: Primary
Sources, Part IIRaleigh: J. Gales and W. Boylan, 18082 v. in 1. 21
cmUnited States
The Making of Modern Law: Foreign, Comparative and International
Law, 1600-1926, brings together foreign, comparative, and
international titles in a single resource. Its International Law
component features works of some of the great legal theorists,
including Gentili, Grotius, Selden, Zouche, Pufendorf,
Bijnkershoek, Wolff, Vattel, Martens, Mackintosh, Wheaton, among
others. The materials in this archive are drawn from three
world-class American law libraries: the Yale Law Library, the
George Washington University Law Library, and the Columbia Law
Library.Now for the first time, these high-quality digital scans of
original works are available via print-on-demand, making them
readily accessible to libraries, students, independent scholars,
and readers of all ages.+++++++++++++++The below data was compiled
from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of
this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping
to insure edition identification: +++++++++++++++Harvard Law School
LibraryLP2H000470118080101The Making of Modern Law: Primary
Sources, Part IIRaleigh: J. Gales and W. Boylan, 18082 v. in 1. 21
cmUnited States
The Making of Modern Law: Foreign, Comparative and International
Law, 1600-1926, brings together foreign, comparative, and
international titles in a single resource. Its International Law
component features works of some of the great legal theorists,
including Gentili, Grotius, Selden, Zouche, Pufendorf,
Bijnkershoek, Wolff, Vattel, Martens, Mackintosh, Wheaton, among
others. The materials in this archive are drawn from three
world-class American law libraries: the Yale Law Library, the
George Washington University Law Library, and the Columbia Law
Library.Now for the first time, these high-quality digital scans of
original works are available via print-on-demand, making them
readily accessible to libraries, students, independent scholars,
and readers of all ages.+++++++++++++++The below data was compiled
from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of
this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping
to insure edition identification: +++++++++++++++Harvard Law School
LibraryLP2H000480018010101The Making of Modern Law: Primary
Sources, Part IIRaleigh: J. Gales, 1801viii, 468 p. 21 cmUnited
States
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