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Scanderbeg

A History of George Castriota and the Albanian Resistanceto Islamic Expansion in Fifteenth Century Europe

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Scanderbeg

A History of George Castriota and the Albanian Resistanceto Islamic Expansion in Fifteenth Century Europe

By: A.K. Brackob

The struggle of the Albanian people led by George Castriota Scanderbeg to defend Europe against the assault of the Ottoman Turks has been much celebrated. For a quarter of a century, from 1443 until his death in 1468, he used his military prowess to thwart the efforts of the most powerful Empire in the world at the time to subdue his tiny country. One of the true heroes of the Middle Ages in Europe, unfortunately the remarkable story of Scanderbeg remains little known outside of Albania. George Castriota defended Europe for a quarter of a century and, it can rightly be said, helped to save Western civilization from being overrun by Islam and suffering the same fate as the once mighty Byzantine Empire. This book examines the genius and remarkable achievements of Scanderbeg who helped shape the identity of the Albanian people and reveals the important contribution this small but proud nation has made to European civilization. Although the challenges have changed over the centuries, the clash of civilizations, which the history of the Albanian struggle to fend off the Islamic onslaught illustrates, continues today. As a result, it is all the more worth noting the contribution that this tiny land, led by Scanderbeg, made in the fight to preserve Western culture and civilization. Equally important is the example set by the Albanian people in ultimately harmonizing these two great civilizations. A.K. Brackob has a Ph.D. in history from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is a specialist on the history of southeastern Europe during the Middle Ages and author of Mircea the Old: Father of Wallachia, Grandfather of Dracula.

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1592110053

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Scanderbeg

A History of George Castriota and the Albanian Resistanceto Islamic Expansion in Fifteenth Century Europe

By: A.K. Brackob

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A History of George Castriota and the Albanian Resistanceto Islamic Expansion in Fifteenth Century Europe

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A Description of Moldavia

By: A.K. Brackob,Dimitrie Cantemir

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A Description of Moldavia

By: A.K. Brackob,Dimitrie Cantemir

Written by one of the country' s most renowned rulers, A Description of Moldavia provides unique insight into the geography, history, economy, ethnography, culture, and traditions of the principality. Born to a noble family, the author, Dimitrie Cantemir, ruled as Prince of Moldavia on two occasions (March-April 1693 and 1710-1711). He was a famed statesman, philosopher, and scholar.Cantemir wrote his Description of Moldavia (Descriptio Moldaviae) in 1716 at the request of the Royal Academy in Berlin, of which he was a member. Cantemir' s manuscript included a map (reproduced in the present edition), the first real map of the country, containing geographical detail. The book provides a wealth of information about the country' s natural resources, political organization, customs and traditions, history, religion, and language.

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Histria Books

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1592112684

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9781592112685

Duty, Honor, Country

The Life of Arthur MacArthur, Jr.

By: A.K. Brackob

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Duty, Honor, Country

The Life of Arthur MacArthur, Jr.

By: A.K. Brackob

On September 15, 1906, Arthur MacArthur Jr. became the twelfth man in the history of the United States Army to be awarded the rank of Lieutenant General, the highest rank in the Army up to that time. This great honor, which marked the culmination of MacArthur's brilliant military career, included him in the ranks of such outstanding American military leaders as George Washington, Ulysses S. Grant, and William Tecumseh Sherman, all of whom had previously held this rank. This bespeaks of the importance of Arthur MacArthur as a figure in American history, yet invariably when the name MacArthur is mentioned today it is almost immediately associated with his son Douglas. Arthur MacArthur is, however, equally deserving of recognition as a great military leader. This biography, based on extensive archival research, reveals the remarkable career of this great patriot and his contribution to American history. This is all the more important because, to fully understand the career of his famous son, Douglas, who had such a profound impact on the military history of the United States in the twentieth century, it is essential to study the life and career of Arthur MacArthur Jr who began his military career as a mere boy fighting for the 23rd Wisconsin infantry regiment during the Civil War. Douglas MacArthur was himself conscious of the profound influence his father had upon his life. Douglas once said, "Of all men I have known my father was the one I most respected and admired.

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Gaudium

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1592111823

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9781592111824

The Scintillating Life of Iulia Hasdeu

By: Constantin Manolache,A K Brackob

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The Scintillating Life of Iulia Hasdeu

By: Constantin Manolache,A K Brackob

The Scintillating Life of Iulia Hasdeu presents the life and literary works of the Romanian child genius of the 19th century.Iulia Hasdeu was the daughter of Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu, one of the greatest literary and political figures in modern Romanian history. She started reading at two years old and she wrote her first historical study at the age of six. At eight years old she was fluent in French, German, and English. She graduated from the Bucharest Conservatory at eleven with excellent accomplishments in piano and canto, after which she left for Paris and started studying at Sévigné College. She was the first Romanian woman to be accepted at Sorbonne University.During her short life, before she was ultimately taken by an incurable illness, Iulia wrote countless poems, short stories, and plays. Her drawings and her letters also survived the passing of time, allowing us a glimpse into her tragic childhood and adolescence, her emotions, and her most intimate thoughts.The Scintillating Life of Iulia Hasdeu is a premiere for international readers. Aside from being a biography, it contains English translations for many of her works and letters. The author, Constantin Manolache (b. 1883) was a military prosecutor, chief of military justice, and professor at the University of Bucharest. After retirement, he became a writer. This volume contains an introduction by A.K. Brackob, a specialist in Romanian history, author of Mircea the Old and Scanderbeg: A History of George Castriota and the Albanian Resistance to Islamic Expansion in Fifteenth-Century Europe. Translation from the original text by Diana Livesay, an independent journalist, and translator from Cluj-Napoca, Romania.

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Histria Books

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1592112323

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9781592112326

Pirin Planina

Tragic and Comic Episodes from Captivity

By: George Topirceanu,Diana Livesay,A K Brackob,Olga Rogozenco

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Pirin Planina

Tragic and Comic Episodes from Captivity

By: George Topirceanu,Diana Livesay,A K Brackob,Olga Rogozenco

In Pirin Planina: Tragic and Comic Episodes from Captivity, Romanian poet and writer George Topirceanu (1886-1937) described his experiences as a soldier during World War I. Despite his bleak surroundings and vivid descriptions of death and tragedy that he witnessed, Topirceanu managed to find humor in the most unusual circumstances, making Pirin Planina a truly unique account of the War. His experiences will leave the reader perplexed. Topirceanu's unique blend of drama, tragedy, and humor will immerse the reader into the world of a soldier during World War I.

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1592112633

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Mircea the Old

Father of Wallachia, Grandfather of Dracula

By: A. K. Brackob

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Mircea the Old

Father of Wallachia, Grandfather of Dracula

By: A. K. Brackob

Mircea the Old, one of the greatest leaders in Romanian history, comes to life in this beautiful new book. Although his grandson, Vlad the Impaler, better known as Dracula, has acquired much greater international fame, Mircea the Old was the most significant ruler to sit on the throne of the small principality of Wallachia during the Middle Ages. Mircea the Old, during his long reign from 1386 to 1418, consolidated the political and administrative structure of his principality and maintained its freedom at the time of its most significant peril. He defeated the mighty Ottoman Empire, the greatest power of his day, in the battle of Rovine in 1394 and made his small country a major force in international politics at the dawn of the fifteenth century. Mircea positioned himself to play the role of kingmaker as the great powers fighting for control over southeastern Europe all recognized his skill and acumen. He also established the dynamic ruling dynasty from which the Dracula legend would ultimately be born. To understand his famous grandson, best known as Dracula, it is essential to comprehend the life and times of Mircea the Old. He is revered as one of the greatest Romanian rulers in all of history. With numerous illustrations, this book brings to light the life and times of this remarkable prince and the turbulent history of the land over which he reigned. Mircea is shown to be one of the most significant rulers of late fourteenth and early fifteenth century Europe, who the Turkish chronicler Leunclavius rightly described as the "the bravest and most able of Christian Princes.

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Center For Romanian Studies

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1592110010

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9781592110018

Dracul - of the Father

The Untold Story of Vlad Dracul

By: A. K. Brackob

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Dracul - of the Father

The Untold Story of Vlad Dracul

By: A. K. Brackob

Few realize that the Wallachian ruler dubbed Vlad the Impaler, is not the original Dracula. That distinction belongs to his father, a prince called Vlad Dracul. Any search for the historical Dracula must begin with the father. This book, based on extensive documentary research, reveals the true story of the man who founded the Dracula dynasty.

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1592110274

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The Forest of the Hanged

By: Phoebe Cho,Liviu Rebreanu

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The Forest of the Hanged

By: Phoebe Cho,Liviu Rebreanu

This classic Romanian novel lends valuable psychological insight into the tragic situation confronting minorities in the Austro-Hungarian Empire during World War I. It is the story of Apostol Bologa, a middle-class Romanian officer serving in the Austro-Hungarian army who undergoes a transformation as his sense of national consciousness awakens, leading him to make a critical choice that many faced during this era.The novel is based on the life of the author' s brother, Emil Rebreanu, a Romanian officer in the Austro-Hungarian army, to whom he dedicated The Forest of the Hanged. The inner struggles confronted by Bologa as he grapples with the savagery and injustice of war are emotionally portrayed by the author.The Forest of the Hanged is rightfully considered one of the greatest novels in Romanian literature. Liviu Rebeanu (1885-1944) was one of Romania' s most distinguished literary figures. This edition of Rebreanu' s famous novel, illustrated by talented young artist Phoebe Cho, includes an introduction by A.K. Brackob.

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Histria Books

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1592112897

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A Description of Moldavia

By: A.K. Brackob,Dimitrie Cantemir

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By: A.K. Brackob,Dimitrie Cantemir

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1592112684

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Memories of My Childhood

By: A.K. Brackob,Ion Creanga

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Memories of My Childhood

By: A.K. Brackob,Ion Creanga

Experience a rich and nostalgic narrative that has touched the hearts of generations, now made accessible to English-speaking readers.This literary classic is a captivating journey through the author's early years, set in the historic Principality of Moldavia. Dive into Creanga's vivid storytelling, offering a unique first-person perspective that has made it a masterpiece in Romanian literature.This beautifully illustrated edition brings to life the social landscape of Creanga's childhood, depicting the relationships of the main character, Nica with the diverse people he encounters. Follow Nica's transition from an idyllic village life in Humule?ti to a rebellious adolescence, and his preparation for a future in the Orthodox clergy in the bustling urban centers of Moldavia. "Childhood Memories" is not only a literary gem but a visual delight, offering a fresh perspective on a beloved work of Romanian literature.

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1592114911

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The Scintillating Life of Iulia Hasdeu

By: Constantin Manolache,A K Brackob

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The Scintillating Life of Iulia Hasdeu

By: Constantin Manolache,A K Brackob

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Duty, Honor, Country

The Life of Arthur MacArthur, Jr.

By: A.K. Brackob

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The Life of Arthur MacArthur, Jr.

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Pirin Planina

Tragic and Comic Episodes from Captivity

By: George Topirceanu,Diana Livesay,A K Brackob,Olga Rogozenco

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Tragic and Comic Episodes from Captivity

By: George Topirceanu,Diana Livesay,A K Brackob,Olga Rogozenco

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Scanderbeg

Scanderbeg

Scanderbeg

Scanderbeg

A Description of Moldavia

A Description of Moldavia

Duty, Honor, Country

Duty, Honor, Country

The Scintillating Life of Iulia Hasdeu

The Scintillating Life of Iulia Hasdeu

Pirin Planina

Pirin Planina

Mircea the Old

Mircea the Old

Dracul - of the Father

Dracul - of the Father

The Forest of the Hanged

The Forest of the Hanged

A Description of Moldavia

A Description of Moldavia

Memories of My Childhood

Memories of My Childhood

The Scintillating Life of Iulia Hasdeu

The Scintillating Life of Iulia Hasdeu

Duty, Honor, Country

Duty, Honor, Country

Pirin Planina

Pirin Planina

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