傻瓜人物传记历史，法律系列

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历史总是一个受欢迎的题目，英国，国家和教会之间的政治动乱百年，国际冲突，使其历史变得非常迷人。对于这个特殊的国家，傻瓜英国历史，为我们添加了100的英国历史，以及更爆炸性的黑白和彩色照片。

History is always a popular subject and British history has created some of the most lively and fascinating stories there are! Britain as we know it today has been shaped by centuries of political turmoil between state and church, as well as international conflicts, making its history a fascinating insight into how modern Britain has emerged.
For this special, hardback edition of British History For Dummies, we’ve added over 100 black and white and colour photos for an even more explosive experience of British history.

British history is still a major topic of interest, emphasised by the continual TV coverage and documentaries
Inside you’ll find rip-roaring stories of power-mad kings, executions, invasions, high treason, global empire-building and forbidden love- not bad for a nation of stiff upper lips!
Includes fascinating information in the fun For Dummies style- from the Stone Age right through to modern day Britain and everything in between!
Provides the ultimate British history experience and the hardback format with over 100 illustrations make it the perfect gift for amateur historians

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The civilisation of the Ancient Greeks has been immensely influential on the language, politics, educational systems, philosophy, science and arts of Western culture. As well as instigating itself as the birthplace of the Olympics, Ancient Greece is famous for its literature, philosophy, mythology and the beautiful architecture- to which thousands of tourists flock every year.
This entertaining guide introduces readers to the amazing world of the Ancient Greeks. It offers a complete rundown of Greek history alongside fascinating insights into daily life in Ancient Greece and a captivating overview of Greek mythology. Readers will discover how this ancient culture came to be the cornerstone of Western civilisation and the enormous influence it has had on our language, politics, education, philosophy, science, arts and sport.

The history of Ancient Greece remains a wide topic of interest, particularly renowned for its influential and diverse culture
This basic guide will allow greater access to this vibrant area of study, and provide a distinct and light-hearted approach to this vast area history
Covers dozens of topics, including; the early civilisations, war & fighting, home & family, day-to-day life and much, much more!

古代希腊人的文明极大受的语言，政治，教育系统的哲学，科学和西方文化艺术的影响。它是奥运会的发源地，同时古希腊文学，哲学，神话和著名的美丽的建筑，每年吸引成千上万游客趋之若鹜。

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Are you worried about the economy? You’re certainly not alone. According to most economists, the turmoil that Americans will face over the next four years will be the roughest financial times since the Great Depression-and many are looking backward to learn how to survive an ongoing and sustained economic downturn.

Lessons from the Great Depression For Dummies takes a historic look at the events and circumstances leading up to the 1929 crash and subsequent depression, then the economic aftermath-particularly the economic response. This book paints a historic picture of those times and examines not only the critical failures that led to a decade of depression, but also the positive and negative aftershocks that created the modern American lifestyle. You’ll see how the lessons we learned have shaped today’s political and financial landscape-and how they’ll continue to be part of the American experience for future generations.

傻瓜历史系列之大萧条的教训让我们了解1929年的崩溃和随之而来的经济衰退的历史风貌。这本书描绘了那个时代的历史图片和检查，你会看到过去的影响如何带给我们今天的政治和金融业的面貌。

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Want to understand Elvis Presley? This friendly guide covers all phases of Elvis’s career, from his musical influences as a teenager in Memphis and his first recordings to his days at Graceland and the mystery surrounding his death. You’ll discover little-known details about his life, appreciate his contributions to music and film, and understand why his work still resonates with so many people today.

想了解埃尔维斯普雷斯利？傻瓜人物传记系列将会告诉你猫王的职业生涯的所有阶段，从作为孟菲斯少年的那一天，到他的唱片在格雷斯兰发布，再到他的神秘死因。你会发现关于他的生活鲜为人知的细节，欣赏他的音乐和电影的贡献。

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Entering the world of conspiracy theories and secret societies is like stepping into a distant, parallel universe where the laws of physics have completely changed: black means white, up is down, and if you want to understand what’s really going on, you need a good reference book. That’s where Conspiracy Theories & Secret Societies For Dummies comes in.
Whether you’re a skeptic or a true believer, this fascinating guide, packed with the latest information, walks you through some of the most infamous conspiracy theories — such as Area 51 and the assassination of JFK — and introduces you to such mysterious organizations as the Freemasons, the Ninjas, the Mafia, and Rosicrucians. This behind-the-curtain guide helps you separate fact from fiction and helps you the global impact of these mysterious events and groups on our modern world.

无论你是一个怀疑论者或一个事实的信服者，傻瓜政治系列将会告诉你一些阴谋论及我们周围的社会，如51区，肯尼迪遇刺，一些组织例如忍者，黑手党，和玫瑰十字会。

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Unravel the history behind of one of the most fascinating ancient civilisations with this engaging, entertaining and educational guide to the ancient Egyptians. With a complete rundown of ancient Egyptian history and culture alongside insights in to the everyday lives of the Egyptians, you’ll discover how they kept themselves entertained, the gory details of mummification, the amazing creation of the pyramids, the deciphering of hieroglyphs and much more.

傻瓜历史系列将带您走进迷人的古代文明之一古埃及的历史。让你了解他们的文化，破译的象形文字，神秘的金字塔，木乃伊……

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Are you fascinated by criminology, forensics, and detective work? This you-are-there guide takes you deep into the world of crime, giving you a better understanding of the dark recesses of the criminal mind and how law enforcement officials investigate crime. You’ll gain real-world knowledge of the reasons for and consequences of crime, the way society responds to it, and, most important, how crime can be prevented.

Enter the world of crime — understand what crime is, how it is measured, and the various ways crime affects victims and society

Identify different types of crime — from white-collar crime to organized crime to terrorism, examine the nature of crime and why certain criminals are attracted to specific crimes

Know who commits crimes, and why — explore different theories that attempt to explain why people commit crimes

Take it to the streets — follow law enforcement officials and federal agencies as they chase and apprehend the bad guys

Seek justice — meet the key players in the criminal justice system and see why and how the guilty are punished

Deal with juveniles — know the differences between adult and juvenile systems, realize why youths are treated differently, and review modern methods for treatment

你有否迷上犯罪学，法医，侦查工作？傻瓜法律系列会、给你展现罪犯心理的黑暗角落，了解执法人员如何调查犯罪。

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Brought to you by the author of Freemasons For Dummies, The Templar Code is more than an intriguing cipher or a mysterious symbol – it is the Code by which the Knights Templar lived and died, the Code that bound them together in secrecy, and the Code that inspired them to nearly superhuman feats of courage and endurance. The Templar Code for Dummies reveals the meaning behind the cryptic codes and secret rituals of the medieval brotherhood of warrior monks known as the Knights Templar. This intriguing guide will cover such topics as who the Knights Templar were, how they rose so high and fell so far, and most importantly why there is so much interest in them today. The Templar Code For Dummies will explore myths and theories of Christian history that appear in the Da Vinci Code such as the quest for the Holy Grail, the Catholic Church’s relationship with women that are hotly debated now with special emphasis on the Templar connection. It also explores the surprising part the Templars have played in some of the most important historic events of these past seven centuries, including the French Revolution, the birth of groups such as the Freemasons, and even the American Civil War.

傻瓜历史系列会带你走圣殿代码这一神秘的象征 – 这个激发圣殿骑士团勇气和超人的耐力的守则。还会带领你将探讨神话和基督教历史以及圣杯等谜团

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Now revised — the easy-to-understand guide to the story of America

Want to better understand U.S. History? This friendly book serves as your tour guide through the important events of America’s past and present, introducing you to the people who helped to shape history. From pre-Columbus to the American Revolution, from Watergate to Iraq to Barack Obama, you’ll discover fascinating details that you won’t find in dry history texts!

They’re coming to America — explore early civilizations, meet Native Americans, and see how the development of the English colonies led to slavery and the American Revolution
From Thomas Jefferson to Abraham Lincoln — examine the contributions of great Americans as well as the discovery of gold, the birth of California, the Civil War, and Manifest Destiny

America grows up — be there during the conquering of the West, industrial development, and the invention of the light bulb and the telephone

The impact of the World Wars — understand the sweeping changes these epochal events brought to America and the rest of the world

The Cold War, Camelot, and Clinton — take a closer look at the Korean War and communism, the fabulous ’50s, JFK, Vietnam, Nixon and Watergate, Reaganomics, and the Clinton years

From the ’90s to now — witness the birth of the microchip, the impact of hanging chads in a presidential election, the largest terrorist attack on American soil, and the growing economic crisis

想更好地了解美国历史？这本书会告诉你美国的的过去和现在，从哥伦布到水门事件到伊拉克再到现在的奥巴马，你一定会受益无穷！

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Includes insights into the lives of the current royal family
Britain’s heritage told through the colourful lives of its kings and queens

The monarchy is at the heart of British life. If you’re going to understand Britain and its history, you need to understand the story of its royal family. This lively guide walks you through the history of the British monarchy from the earliest times to the present day and covers the colourful characters, extraordinary events, power struggles, and politics that have shaped one of the most famous institutions in the world.

The origins of the British monarchy
How the monarchy works
The relationship between the royal family and the general public
How the role of the monarch has changed over time
What the monarch and the rest of the royal family do all day

君主制是在英国生活的中心。如果你想了解英国和它的历史，你还需要了解其王室家族的故事。这本书将带你了解英国君主制走到今天所经历的一切，丰富多彩的人物，权力的斗争，形成了世界上最有名的一个政治机构。

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A must for anyone interested in the Roman Empire and its impact on world history."
—Tony Robinson star of Blackadder and Time Team.
This entertaining and informative guide introduces readers to the amazing world of ancient Rome and its emperors, epic wars, awesome architecture, heroes, and villains. With a complete rundown of Roman history alongside fascinating insights into the lives of everyday Romans, readers will discover the amazing people and events involved in the rise and fall of one of the greatest of all ancient civilisations and how its influence can still be felt around the world today.

这本书将会向读者概述罗马帝国，让我们一起去了解它古老的历史，所涉及的战争和有影响力的人物。

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A rip-roaring ride through the history of the Emerald Isle
Ireland’s story is an amazingly dramatic and intense one – and today the influence of Irish culture can be felt around the globe. This book helps you find out why, taking you on a rollercoaster journey through the highs and lows of Ireland’s past including invasions, battles, executions, religious divide, uprisings, emigration – and Riverdance!

Mike Cronin is a lecturer at the Centre for Irish Programmes, Boston College, Dublin. He has written 5 books on Irish history.

Discover:

When and how Ireland became Celtic
Ireland and Britain’s complex relationship
The evolution of Irish culture
How Irish emigration has affected the world
Northern Ireland’s rocky road to peace

本书将带你了解爱尔兰和英国的复杂关系以及它对爱尔兰文化的改变，爱尔兰移民如何影响了世界等

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A plain-English guide to Britons in battle, from the Roman invasion to the ongoing Iraqi war
Charging through the Britain’s military past, this accessible guide brings to life the battles and wars that shaped the history of Britain-and the world. The book profiles commanders, explains strategies and tactics, and covers key developments in weaponry and technology.

从罗马人的入侵，到加入伊拉克战争，详细的概述英国的军事，历史，指挥官，战略和战术，包括武器装备和关键技术的发展等。

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So – you want to be knowledgeable about British politics but don′t know where to start. The rich history, complex statistics and tricky political jargon are getting in your way, not to mention the media hype (is politics only about duck houses and moats?). But don′t worry! British Politics For Dummies is your essential guide to understanding even the trickiest questions surrounding politics in the UK, so you′ll be discussing the ins and out of leaders, parties, ideologies, constitutions, laws, cabinets and summits past and present in no time – and with maximum confidence. Coming up to the potential end of Labour′s historic three terms in power, there′s never been a better time to get to grips with politics.

你想了解有关英国政坛的知识，但不知道从哪里入手，傻瓜英国政治是你的重要指南，它围绕英国政治，领导人，政党，意识形态，宪法，法律，首脑会议等来向你展示英国的政治

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A classic literary character, Sherlock Holmes has fascinated readers for decades — from his repartee with Dr. Watson and his unparalleled powers of deduction to the settings, themes, and villains of the stories. Now, this friendly guide offers a clear introduction to this beloved figure and his author, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, presenting new insight into the detective stories and crime scene analysis that have has made Sherlock Holmes famous.

Inside you’ll find easy-to-understand yet thorough information on the characters, recurring themes, and locations, and social context of the Sherlock Holmes stories, the relationship of these stories to literature, and the forensics and detective work they feature. You’ll also learn about the life of the author.

* Better understand and enjoy this influential literary character with this plain-English guide.
* Gain insight on these classic Doyle tales — from the classic Hound of the Baskervilles to the lesser-known short stories to Holmes stories written by other mystery writers.
* Explore the appearance of Sherlock Holmes on film, TV, and stage.
* Examine Holmes today — from the ever-expanding network of fans worldwide to story locations that fans can visit.

在里面你会发现很容易理解的信息尚未彻底的人物形象，重复出现的主题，地点和社会背景的福尔摩斯的故事，而通过这些取证和侦查工作的故事以及他们的特点,您还可以以此解析作者的生活。
*更好地理解和享受这种纯英文指南本有的文学性。
*研究福尔摩斯的电影，电视和舞台演出。

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This entertaining guide covers the period from 1485 to 1603, exploring the life and times of everyday people (from famine and the flu epidemic, to education, witchcraft and William Shakespeare) as well as the intrigues and scandals at court. Strap yourself in and get ready for a rollercoaster ride through the romantic and political liaisons of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I – and that’s not all! Information on surviving Tudor buildings, such as Hampton Court, adds a contemporary twist for readers wanting to bring history to life by visiting these historic sites.

傻瓜历史系列带您走进都铎王朝的那段历史兴衰

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