Ancient Asia

Genghis Khan was the Mongol emperor who has expanded his region to the biggest empire on the face of the Earth ever. His empire stretched from East Asia all the way to various European countries, the Middle East, and beyond. You will learn more about his early life, his relationships, marriage, families and children, his attacks, his unification of the Mongolian Federations, his death, succession, and the continuing of the Mongolian Empire after his death.

Para entender la China actual, su política, sociedad y cultura en general, tenemos que volver a los comienzos de la civilización China. Este libro le guiará en un viaje a través de casi 2.000 años de historia china, mostrándole los altibajos de aquellos tiempos antiguos, los sufrimientos y las alegrías del pueblo chino, junto con sus mayores logros y fracasos.

You are in luck, because you are about to be entertained by some of the most engaging, supernatural stories from Chinese mythology.

Who was Empress Wu? How did she manage to lead in a male-dominated era of Ancient China? This book will shed some light on the life the Empress. Prepare to be amazed at her bravery and brilliance. Hopefully, this book will give you the inspiration to lead a fulfilling life....

This history book will tell you all about Kublai Khan, the founder of the Yuan Dynasty in China, even though he was from the Mongol Empire. How did he lead the ancient Chinese? What were his achievements? What were his major contributions to ancient Chinese society, cultures, and traditions? Find out today!

The Mongolian Empire was not to be trifled with! Genghis Khan and his followers conquered a vast part of Asia, Europe, and beyond. There aren’t many people who haven’t heard of these conquerors and their achievement. How did the Mongol Empire grow so big? How did they treat their enemies? And how come Mongolia is an area with such a small population now? These questions, and many others, will be answered in this historical guide. Their dominance, their attitude, and their culture will be explained, as well as their practices of war, and various other parts of their society.

Although the historicity of Sun Tzu is today in dispute, his short treatise on the art of war has remained a pre-eminent classic of military philosophy and practice. In this small audiobook, the author describes in trenchant detail the approach and methods required for success in any combative endeavor. The principles he enunciates have been widely applied not only by leaders in the military but also in business, politics, sports, and education.

About 225 miles west of Ulaanbaatar, the present-day capital city of Mongolia, are the ruins of Karakorum, the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire. Located in the Orkhon River Valley, at the foot of the Khangai Mountain range, the city was founded by Genghis Khan in 1220 CE. Under his son and successor, Ögedei Khan, Karakorum grew into a thriving city, with high walls enclosing an urban landscape of brick-built structures and paved roads, divided into different districts with a palace, craft workshops, and marketplaces.

Japón, el país del sol naciente, es hoy una de las naciones más prósperas y tecnológicamente avanzadas pese a no contar con muchos recursos naturales. Sus numerosos habitantes son conocidos por su ética y su dedicación, además de la forma en que combinan tradiciones antiguas con estilos de vida progresivos y modernos. Es la tierra de los famosos samurái, virtuosos guerreros para quienes la lealtad es todo, y de legendarios y hábiles asesinos ninjas capaces de superar cualquier obstáculo.

India es un país repleto de misterio, riqueza y profundo descubrimiento espiritual. Cada faceta de esta antigua tierra parece perfumada con las famosas especias que atrajeron a los comerciantes europeos a sus costas hace más de cinco siglos. Aquí, musulmanes, hindúes, cristianos, sikhs y budistas viven hombro con hombro en un mundo repleto de múltiples dioses y rutas de peregrinación yuxtapuestas, cada una perfectamente pacífica en sus propias creencias y tradiciones.

The Origins of Shintoism is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Japan, as well as for those interested in the development and evolution of religions around the world.

Do you have Chinese blood in you? Have you ever wondered what ancient China was like and what customs practiced then are still alive today? Take a glimpse into the past through this educational book for children. Learning about past origins will help you get a firmer grasp of the present. It will also lead to a deeper appreciation of your ancestors.

Gujarat is one of the most storied sites in a storied area. Many groups and empires ruled India or tried to, and Gujarat was the power center for the region’s oldest of all, the Indus Valley Civilization. Gujarat also played an instrumental role in India’s greatest ancient empire. During the last centuries of the first millennium BCE, most of the Mediterranean basin and the Near East were either directly or indirectly under the influence of Hellenism.

Why would you want to learn about the ancient history of another country? You do so because you want to understand the interconnectedness of countries, events and peoples. Knowing this fact would help you understand that the world is a diverse place to live. So what are you waiting for? Go ahead, and grab a copy today!

Ancient Chinese history has alternated between periods of political unity and peace, and periods of war and failures.

The story of the Silk Road has been a popular topic among tourists, academics, economists, state parties, and daydreaming children for many centuries. In many ways the Silk Road can be seen everywhere, and it has existed for as long as people have traveled across Eurasia. Its impact is widely felt among the diverse peoples that live on the continent, through the unique regional art and architectural styles, as well as in countless films, books, academic studies, and organized tours devoted to the ancient trade routes.

When one thinks of the world’s first cities, Sumer, Memphis, and Babylon are some of the first to come to mind. If the focus then shifts to India, then Harappa and Mohenjo Daro will undoubtedly come up, but after that, India’s other ancient cities are often overlooked. This is unfortunate, since India’s oldest civilization, known as the Indus Valley civilization or the Harappa civilization, was contemporary with ancient Mesopotamia and ancient Egypt and had extensive contacts with the former, which makes it one of the most important early world civilizations.

China has always fascinated outsiders, much in the same way that distant light fascinates someone looking down a dark road. It is both familiar and mysterious, ancient and new, and fully understanding it seems to always remain just out of reach.

The Chinese are known for their talent in business. In this book, you're going to hear about how trade and commerce was done in Ancient China. You will also learn the importance of the Grand Canal and the Silk Road. Interesting facts can be picked up all over the minutes of this book. Grab a copy now!

When one thinks of the world’s first cities, Sumer, Memphis, and Babylon are some of the first to come to mind, but if the focus then shifts to India, then Harappa and Mohenjo-daro will likely come up. These cities owe their existence to India’s oldest civilization, known as the Indus Valley Civilization or the Harappan Civilization, which was contemporary with ancient Mesopotamia and ancient Egypt and had extensive contacts with the former, making it one of the most important early civilizations in the world.