Bijan Omrani je historik a klasicista so špecializáciou na históriu Afganistanu a Strednej Ázie. Jeho práca sa ponára do hlbokej minulosti a zložitých geopolitických tém, ako je kontroverzná Durandova línia, ktorá spája Afganistan a Pakistan. Omraniho prístup spája akademickú prísnosť s vášňou pre cestovanie a objavovanie, čím čitateľom prináša živé a zasvätené pohľady na tieto regióny. Jeho spisy často skúmajú priesečníky medzi históriou, kultúrou a geografiou, čím čitateľom ponúkajú bohaté a pútavé čítanie.
Offers a comprehensive introduction to 3,500 years of Afghan culture. This title covers the history of this nation from Alexander the Great to Hamid Karzai. It is illustrated with archival material such as 19th century paintings and engravings from the Bodleian Library and the Royal Geographical Society.
Exploring the impact of Caesar's conquest of Gaul, this book delves into the profound cultural shifts that shaped ancient France and, by extension, modern Europe. It offers an intellectual journey through historical events, highlighting how these transformations influenced French identity and culture. Through detailed analysis, readers gain insights into the lasting legacy of this pivotal moment in history.
A thrilling sequence of journeys across France in the footsteps of Caesar and his successors, revealing how the Romans changed the face of France, and of Europe, forever.
Eurasia's great land routes, offspring of the ambition of Russian tsars, Chinese emperors and Mughal khans, have served human history well. This title takes the reader on a journey that crosses continents and spans epochs. It is intended for both modern-day explorers and armchair travellers alike.