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Find your next theology read with this extensive catalogue by Charles Higham. Featuring rare and out of print texts, it is a treasure trove of religious scholarship and history.

Charles Higham presents a readable and often witty account of a golden age in archaeological excavation in Thailand.

For the first time, the complete cultural history of mainland Southeast Asia is covered in one volume.

Dramatic new archaeological discoveries over the past ten years demand a new look at Thailand s past. Drawing on his previous work, Prehistoric Thailand, this book with over 40% new material, covers the history of the kingdom from the first human settlement.

The book uniquely chronicles the collaboration between American financial institutions and Nazi Germany during World War II, detailing how major corporations like Ford and Chase Bank facilitated Hitler's war efforts. It reveals the shocking extent of corporate complicity, from supplying tanks and financing operations to building weapons and providing fuel for U-boats. This critical examination sheds light on the moral ambiguities of American capitalism in a time of global conflict, making it a significant work in political literature.

The book delves into the life of Jennie Jerome, a remarkable figure known for her feminist ideals, advocacy for Irish independence, and her prominent role in society as a celebrated beauty. Drawing from previously overlooked sources in America and Britain, the author reveals the complexities of her character and her influence as the mother of Winston Churchill, highlighting her multifaceted identity beyond the traditional narratives.

A chilling supernatural thriller unfolds as a young American girl named Mary is abducted by forest spirits during her trip to Ireland. In her absence, a malevolent changeling takes her place, intent on wreaking havoc on those who threaten nature. To rescue their daughter, Mary's parents face the harrowing task of destroying the changeling, leading them into a desperate battle against dark forces.

The final volume of the series synthesizes key findings from a significant archaeological site, exploring its implications for understanding Southeast Asian prehistory. It provides a comprehensive summary of the material uncovered and situates the site within the broader historical and cultural landscape of the region, offering insights into ancient civilizations and their development.

Seine Karriere begann im Hollywood der 30er Jahre. Dort produzierte Howard Hughes Filme wie „Hell´s Angels“, „Scarface“ und „Outlaw“ ebenso erfolgreich wie Gesprächsstoff: durch seine Beziehungen zu Bette Davis, Katharine Hepburn und Ava Gardner. Zu diesen Leidenschaften kam eine weitere hinzu: das Fliegen. Hughes baute eine Flugzeugfirma auf und verwirklichte 1938 seinen Traum vom Fliegen auf sensationelle Weise: Mit einer Lockhead 14 überwand er die Strecke von New York nach Paris in nur drei Tagen, neun Stunden, 17 Minuten – doppelt so schnell wie Charles Lindbergh. Als der Zweite Weltkrieg begann, baute Hughes seine Firma für militärische Zwecke aus und steigerte damit seinen Einfluss auf die amerikanische Politik. Wie groß dieser Einfluss war – auf die CIA oder die Watergate-Affäre, auf Präsident Nixon oder die Kennedys – ist bis heute nicht restlos aufgeklärt. Charles Higham entwirft in seiner Biographie das faszinierende Bild eines außergewöhnlichen Mannes.

Howard Hughes je mužem, pro kterého není žádný sen nedosažitelný. Na sklonku 20. let 20. století natáčí filmové drama z 1. světové války Pekelní andělé, které se stane legendou. Výstřední miliardář není však pouze režisérem a producentem filmů spoutávajících fantazii davů. Za svého života se stává vlastníkem legendární filmové společnosti RKO Pictures, ale hlavně průkopníkem letectví. Často s ledovým klidem balancuje na křehké hranici mezi životem a smrtí. Navíc je Howard Hughes zároveň mužem, který dokáže okouzlit nejkrásnější ženy světa - hollywoodské hvězdy Katharine Hepburn a Avu Gardner.