This engaging study pits the the Byzantine dromon against the Arabic shalandi in the prolonged struggle for mastery in the Mediterranean in the four centuries after 630 AD.For four hundred years the Byzantine Empire's naval forces vied with the warships of the Islamic world for mastery of the Mediterranean. At the heart of this confrontation were the fighting vessels of the two powers; the Byzantine dromon and the Arabic shalandi; both oared warships. In those four centuries of warfare between two major maritime powers; both the Byzantines and the Arabs left us records of their doctrine and tactics; as well as of how their ships were built. Featuring full-colour artwork and rigorous analysis from an authority on naval warfare; this enthralling book offers a glimpse of the long-lost world of war at sea in the age of Byzantium.
#414497 in Books Ingramcontent 2012-02-16Format: Large PrintOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x .24 x 6.00l; .21 #File Name: 147008368X104 pagesUnderstanding Presidential Elections The Constitution Caucuses Primaries Electoral College and More
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Good for a 12-year oldBy Nathanael SandstromI appreciate the author's attempt to simplify and explain the electoral process and electoral college; but this 'book' (more of a pamphlet) simplifies to a grade school level. Which is honestly all it takes to explain the concept. But if you're looking for insight into the arguments for and against the use of the electoral college; both historically and in the current environment; look elsewhere. My 12-yr old daughter read this front-to-back in about 30 mins and gained a good understanding but then started asking the important questions that this book doesn't ask; let alone try and answer.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I really enjoyed the bookBy Ann G. SullivanI really enjoyed the book; especially at this time. A very complicated issue and I felt that the author gave a very good basic understanding of our elections. I was particularly interested in pros and cons of the Electoral College and she did a good job on this subject.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Changed my mind about the Electoral CollegeBy NancyThis is an easy read; that does a good job of illustrating how the electoral college works. I see why it's important now; which will help direct my future efforts.
