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History books allow you to travel back in time. They let you discover a whole different era than our own with different lifestyles, morale compases and crises. To understand history is to understand, who you are, and what you come from. It is the foundation of today’s society and culture. In Tales’ selection of history and society books you can investigate both religion, mythologies, and wars with competent authors and scholars giving their interpretation of how events happened as they did and how we ended up with today’s society. Are you ready to get wiser of both past and present?
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    by Carl Von Clausewitz
    £18.99

    ON WAR is the most significant attempt in Western history to understand war, both in its internal dynamics and as an instrument of policy. Since the work's first appearance in 1832 it has been read throughout the world, and has stimulated generations of soilders statemen, and intellectuals from Marx and Bismarck to Raymond Aron.

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    by Ben Macintyre
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    by Gary Stevenson
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    by Michael Connelly
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  • by Covenant Press
    £12.99

    Featuring all three of the books of Enoch and a translation of the extant portion of the Aramaic Book of Giants, this complete collection provides all of the earliest extra-biblical Enochian literature. A newly revised translation in modern English, it's much easier to read than the common older translations such as R.H. Charles', yet is still faithfully translated in a highly literal and word-for-word manner. The Complete Enoch Collection includes: 1 Enoch (commonly called The Book of Enoch)2 Enoch (known as Slavonic Enoch or the Secrets of Enoch)3 Enoch (known as Hebrew Enoch, The Book of the Palaces, and The Revelation of Metatron)A translation of the extant fragments from the Aramaic Book of Giants found among the Dead Sea ScrollsFeatures: Large Print (14-point)High-quality, high-contrast paper for easy reading and minimum bleed-throughHandsome matte finishEasy-to-read modern English translationLiteral and word-for-wordFully versified with easy navigation1 Enoch includes all five sections of the extant Ethiopic version, called "books" The Book of the WatchersThe Book of Allegories [or Parables] of EnochThe Astronomical BookThe Book of Dream VisionsThe Epistle of Enoch

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    by Miller Madeline Miller
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    by Peter Turchin
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    by Stephanie Garber
    £8.99

    The Ballad of Never After is a captivating masterpiece by Stephanie Garber, a renowned author who has consistently thrilled readers with her engaging storytelling. This book, published in 2023, is a testament to her exceptional writing prowess. The narrative unfolds in a genre that blends reality with a touch of the fantastical, creating a unique literary experience. The Ballad of Never After takes readers on a riveting journey, full of unexpected twists and turns, keeping them hooked from the first page to the last. The book was published by Hodder And Stoughton Ltd., a publisher recognized for bringing quality literature to the market. This book is written in English, making it accessible to a broad audience. Don't miss out on this extraordinary literary piece by Stephanie Garber.

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    by Carl R. Trueman
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    by Dr. Raj Balkaran
    £15.49

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    by Hayao Miyazaki
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    by Greta Thunberg
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    by Rebecca (Y) Solnit
    £9.49

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    by Maggie Haberman
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    by Hannah Gadsby
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    'There is nothing stronger than a broken woman who has rebuilt herself.' Hannah Gadsby, NanetteHannah Gadsby's unique stand-up special Nanette was a viral success that left audiences captivated by her blistering honesty and her ability to create both tension and laughter in a single moment. But while her worldwide fame might have looked like an overnight sensation, her path from open mic to the global stage was hard-fought and anything but linear. Ten Steps to Nanette traces Gadsby's growth as a queer person from Tasmania - where homosexuality was illegal until 1997 - to her ever-evolving relationship with comedy, to her struggle with late-in-life diagnoses of autism and ADHD, and finally to the backbone of Nanette - the renouncement of self-deprecation, the rejection of misogyny and the moral significance of truth-telling. Equal parts harrowing and hilarious, Ten Steps to Nanette continues Gadsby's tradition of confounding expectations and norms, properly introducing us to one of the most explosive, formative voices of our time.

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    - And the Clothes he Wears
    by Terry Newman
    £16.99

    Discover the world of Harry Styles in this captivating biography written by Terry Newman. Published in 2022 by ACC ART BOOKS, this book delves into the life and career of one of the most influential figures in the music industry. The book, fittingly titled 'Harry Styles', offers a comprehensive look at the artist's journey, shedding light on his rise to fame, his music, and his impact on pop culture. It's an essential read for fans and anyone interested in the music industry. Newman, a renowned author in the genre of biographies, beautifully captures the essence of Styles' personality and talent. Don't miss out on this 2022 publication from ACC ART BOOKS.

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    by Jonathan Freedland
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    The astonishing, forgotten story of the hero who escaped from Auschwitz to reveal the truth of the Holocaust.

  • - How Today's Biggest Trends Will Collide and Reshape the Future of Everything
    by Mauro F. Guillen
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    A ground-breaking analysis from one of the world's foremost experts on global trends, including answers on how COVID-19 will amplify and accelerate each of these changes

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    by Thich Nhat Hanh
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    by Matthew Reilly
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  • by Kingsley Peter Kingsley
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    Peter Kingsley is famous as both a historian and a teller of the future long before it appears. Exquisitely written, his Book of Life is a wide open door into the timeless magic and unfathomable mystery we have managed to forget.

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    - The Remarkable Odyssey of Angela Merkel
    by Kati Marton
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    The definitive biography of German Chancellor Angela Merkel, detailing the remarkable rise and political brilliance of the most powerful - and elusive - woman in the world.

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    by Minouche Shafik
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    by Mark Galeotti
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    by Frantz Fanon
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    by Jennifer Saint
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    In one of the most famous Greek myths, Ariadne betrayed her father, King Minos, to help Theseus defeat the Minotaur. But Theseus in turn betrayed her. This is her story.

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    - How Imperialism Has Shaped Modern Britain
    by Sathnam Sanghera
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    - Why Humour Is A Superpower At Work And In Life
    by Naomi Bagdonas & Jennifer Aaker
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    - The International Bestseller from the Founder of Vox.com
    by Ezra Klein
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    - Neanderthal Life, Love, Death and Art
    by Rebecca Wragg Sykes
    £9.99

History
The concept history covers a large range of topics all with its different focus. On top of Tales’ history books list, you find history books giving their in-depth view of some of World History’s most tragic events in modern time - World War 1 and World War 2. The two world wars affected most of the world and so many people lost their lives to them - both soldiers and civilians. The wars changed the world forever, and to understand how and why you need to dive into one of our many brilliant history books about the historic wars, giving you all the analysis and nuances you need - because we all know history books best, when they are thorough and give us new perspectives on historical events. 
If you instead are interested in politics during different historical periods, our selection of history books also contains that. The political system of a nation is a defining factor for how the citizens are treated and what conditions of life they have. The political factors can also lead to crises and wars, and in that way politics can make its mark on a whole historical era, but it can also lead to better times, giving the citizens better conditions and possibilities of social mobility. If you are interested, you will find all the history books in english right here. 
If you want to travel back to the fascinating Antiquity you should try reading the classics The Iliad and The Odyssey by Homer. However they can be hard to understand in their original form. That is why we recommend you to dive into Stephen Fry’s fascinating interpretations of the antic classics. The works of the Antic Greeks, especially Homer, have that special kind of universality that all the classics refer to, even though the lyrics are about ancient mythological heroes such as Achilleus and Heracles (better known as Hercules) and their challenging adventures. The historical tales leave the reader with universal morales of life. In Stephen Fry’s version called Heroes the tales are giving a modern language and new relevans - especially for young people. 
It is also important to teach your kids about our common history and that is why you also find history books for kids in Tales’ wide selection. 

Society
A society is formed by a community of individuals and has gone through many changes throughout history. The history of our society has gone through many different stages, and in order to contain this diversity Tales’ collection has a rich amount of societal books from different time periods. You can find society books concerning and analyzing all from the traditional society, the modern society, and the post-modern society to the humanistic society. 

Educational textbooks
If you study history or social science Tales’ collection of History and Society is the perfect place to find your next educational textbook. History is one of the most important humanistic disciplines educating the future historians and museum inspectors. Without historians there will be nobody to investigate the historical data and texts and no one to evaluate them critically, and most importantly there would be no one to arrange history and the historical sources. Without them we would in fact lack a lot of vital information about who we are and what we come from, and we would not have the same ability to learn from history, which would be a great loss. That is why you need to start your journey as a history student in Tales’ selection of history books. 
Social science is also a cornerstone in understanding who we are and why we act as we act. As a social science student you should dive into our selection of societal books in order to get inspired for your next case study. 

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