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Obra de síntesis sobre las necrópolis urbanas de la Bética. Hacía falta un estudio de conjunto aunque el autor lo define, de manera muy modesta, como «una primera aproximación a la realidad arqueológ

In 'Torquemada and the Spanish Inquisition' by Rafael Sabatini, readers are taken back to the dark days of the Spanish Inquisition, exploring the religious persecution and tyranny that plagued Spain during this tumultuous period. Sabatini's detailed portrayal of Torquemada's ruthless tactics and the fear he instilled in the populace is chillingly accurate, giving readers a glimpse into the horrors of the Inquisition. Written in a gripping and engaging narrative style, Sabatini masterfully combines historical accuracy with dramatic storytelling, making this book a compelling read for history buffs and fiction lovers alike. The themes of power, religion, and control are expertly woven into the plot, creating a thought-provoking piece of historical fiction. As an Italian-English writer with a talent for bringing historical events to life, Rafael Sabatini's own fascination with history and his extensive research are evident in this book. His passion for uncovering forgotten stories and shedding light on dark chapters in history led him to write 'Torquemada and the Spanish Inquisition', showcasing both his literary skill and dedication to historical accuracy. I highly recommend 'Torquemada and the Spanish Inquisition' to readers who enjoy immersive historical fiction that delves into the complexities of faith, power, and human nature. Sabatini's vivid storytelling and in-depth research make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Spanish Inquisition and the chilling figure of Torquemada.

Este libro, Las iglesias de patrimonio privado de Bizkaia en la Edad Media, está basado en la Tesis Doctoral que leí en la Universidad de Oviedo en febrero de 2023, evaluada con la máxima calificación por el Tribunal. Fue la cuarta tesis doctoral que a lo largo de mi vida he defendido en distintas Universidades, siendo la segunda que se refiere a la Historia.La construccion de iglesias en terrenos de los reyes y nobles llevo aparejado el surgimiento de un derecho patrimonial exclusivo: quienes construian las iglesias y monasterios, poseedores/propietarios de los terrenos, se hacian con la propiedad de lo construido y con los derechos inherentes; quienes fundaban los centros religiosos (?fabricas?), ejercian derechos economicos y politicos sobre bienes y personas, lo que la doctrina denomina ?iglesias propias?, esto es, de patrimonio privado que, si bien existian desde los primeros siglos del cristianismo, proliferaron con las guerras medievales y el feudalismo. Este fenomeno dio lugar a determinados abusos, que los rectores diocesanos, los obispos, trataron de eliminar, aunque no lo consiguieron del todo hasta muchos siglos mas tarde.Esta obra es continuacion de otra anterior, fruto de otra tesis doctoral que publique en el año 2018, Bizkaia en la Edad Media, realizadas ambas tras años dedicados a la investigacion universitaria con que pretendo aportar nuevos enfoques sobre nuestra Historia medieval.

La preparación de esta historia de la segunda guerra mundial ocupó al autor durante veintidós años. Constantemente, en una minuciosa labor de correción, añadió datos nuevos, comprobó personalmente las referencias de otras obras recorriendo los escenarios de las campañas principales, etc. La consecuencia de este esfuerzo gigantesco es un libro definitivo, una obra de tecnico militar que, desde una perspectiva que excluye cualquier improvisacion aclara muchos datos hasta ahora indebidamente valorados.

La aventura de los romanos en hispania nos muestra cómo Hispania participó en una de las epopeyas más asombrosas del mundo antiguo, la de la grandeza y caída del imperio de Roma. En este libro se dan cita heroes legendarios -el estratega Anibal, guerreros como Viriato o el incomparable genio militar de Julio Cesar- y tambien acontecimientos que ocupan un lugar ineludible en lo anañes de ña historia universal, como la violenta conquista de Sagunto, la haroica resistencia de Numancia, la Pax Romana...

Este Pack incluye las obras de Manuel Fernández Álvarez:- Carlos V, el César y el Hombre: Manuel Fernández Álvarez, realiza en esta obra una completa biografía del Emperador, no limitada exclusivamen

National indifference is one of the most innovative notions historians have brought to the study of nationalism in recent years. The concept questions the mass character of nationalism in East Central Europe at the turn of the nineteenth and twentieth century. Ordinary people were not in thrall to the nation; they were often indifferent, ambivalent or opportunistic when dealing with issues of nationhood. As with all ground-breaking research, the literature on national indifference has not only revolutionized how we understand nationalism, over time, it has also revealed a new set of challenges. This volume brings together experienced scholars with the next generation, in a collaborative effort to push the geographic, historical, and conceptual boundaries of national indifference 2.0.

This collection of original essays offers a comprehensive examination of scientific progress which has been a central topic in recent debates in philosophy of science Traditionally debates over scientific progress have focused on different methodological approaches notably the epistemic and semantic approaches The chapters in Part I of the book examine these two traditional approaches as well as the newly revived functional and newly developed noetic approaches Part II features in depth case studies of scientific progress from the history of science The chapters cover individual sciences including physics chemistry evolutionary biology seismology psychology sociology economics and medicine Finally Part III of the book explores important issues from contemporary philosophy of science These chapters address the implications of scientific progress for the scientific realism anti realism debate incommensurability values in science idealisation scientific speculation interdisciplinarity and scientific perspectivalism New Philosophical Perspectives on Scientific Progress will be of interest to researchers and advanced students working on the history and philosophy of science

The Chance Vought F7U Cutlass was ahead of its time In 1948 when it first flew it could hardly have been more exotic or state of the art a tail less fighter to be powered by two afterburning jet engines It was not only to be carrier based but also climb quicker and be faster than the Air Force s new swept wing North American F 86 Sabre Developmental problems resulted in it taking too long to reach operational squadrons which partly accounts for its relatively unsuccessful career The Cutlass was designed too soon to benefit from the discovery of the area rule which doomed it to transonic performance in level flight Similarly its lack of a horizontal tail was intended in part to address the transonic pitch control difficulties being encountered at the time but they proved to be avoidable with one Unfortunately no horizontal tail resulted in it not only being radical in appearance but also having challenging handling qualities at approach speed The F7U 3 s service introduction was also accomplished before the Navy perfected a rigorous process for transitioning pilots to new airplanes particularly important in the case of the Cutlass and its unusual handling qualities one of which resulted in a rare aeronautical phenomenon the post stall gyration It was

This book attacks the conventional history of the press as a story of progress offers a critical defence and history of public service broadcasting provides a myth busting account of the internet gives a subtle account of the impact of social media and explores key debates about the role and politics of the media Power Without Responsibility has become a standard textbook on media and other courses but it has also gone beyond an academic audience to reach a wider public Hailed as a book that has cracked the canon by the Times Higher Educational Supplement it has been translated into five languages In 2019 it was awarded the International Communication Association s Fellows Book Award This ninth edition is based on a major overhaul of its content to take account of new developments such as generative AI and new scholarship in the field It also contains a new chapter on the transformed opportunity for a reformed and buccaneering public service broadcasting in the face of automated misinformation and social division locally nationally and internationally This trailblazing text is essential reading for all students and scholars interested in British media and contemporary media and society

One of the central controversies in our understanding of early America involves the place of republican and liberal thinking in polity and society. The Heart of the Commonwealth presents a synthetic view of the social grounding of republicanism and liberalism in Worcester Country, Massachusetts, from its settlement after the Peace of Utrecht to the eve of the Civil War, as this countrys people passed through the formative fires of both national and industrial revolution. Drawing upon a wide range of sources and methods, the book examines the unfolding relationships among ideological discourse, political action, and the institutions and structures of everyday life. Most broadly, the book argues that a broad transition from a republican - or Harringtonian - consensus to a liberal - or Lockean - consensus was conditioned by countervailing episodes of insurgency, running from the Land Bank and the Great Awakening in the 1740s to the rise of political antislavery a century later.