Bee traces the bee's role in art, politics, and social thought, drawing on scientific studies, literature, and historical texts. The volume examines the evolution of the bee's cultural image from a symbol of virtue and civility to the dangerous swarms of killer bees in Hollywood horror flicks. From ancient political analogies to Renaissance debates about monarchy to studies of bee behavior that portend ominous conclusions for our own socialization and use of technology, Bee analyzes the complex connections between the bee and human culture.
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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 history of Rome (volumes 1 to 5 in a single file)
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CONTENTS:
BOOK I: The Period Anterior to the Abolition of the Monarchy
BOOK II: From the Abolition of the Monarchy in Rome to the Union of Italy
BOOK III: From the Union of Italy to the Subjugation of Carthage and the Greek States
BOOK IV: The Revolution
BOOK V: The Establishment of the Military Monarchy
