Item Tag: Illustrated Book

Life Science Library Ships 1965 200 PAGES

This vintage hardcover book, “Life Science Library,” is a revised edition published by Time Life Books in 1965. It is an illustrated book with 200 pages featuring fascinating insights into the natural world. The book is written by Edward Lewis and Robert O’Brien and is part of the Life Nature book series. The book is in excellent condition and is perfect for young adults and adults who are interested in the life sciences and naturalism. It is written in English and is an excellent addition to any book collection. This book is a must-read for anyone who is fascinated by the natural world and wants to learn more about it.

Life Science Library The Cell 1964 200 PAGES

The Life Science Library “The Cell” is a first edition illustrated book published by Time Life Books in 1968. Written by John Pfeiffer, this nonfiction book is part of the Life Nature series intended for young adults and adults interested in the life sciences. With 200 pages, this hardcover book in English explores the topic of science and features detailed illustrations, making it a valuable addition to any collection focusing on naturalism and the wonders of the cell.

Osprey – Leuctra 317 BC The Destruction of the Spartan Dominance (Campaign 363)

Leuctra 371 BCThe Destruction (CAM 364)Marc Lohnstein (Author) and Graham Turner (Illustrator)This detailed new study explores the battle of Leuctra and the tactics that ultimately led to the complete defeat of Sparta, and freed Greece from domination by Sparta in a single afternoon.The battle of Leuctra, fought in early July in 371 BC was one of the most important battles ever to be fought in the ancient world. Not only did it see the destruction of the Spartan dominance of Greece, it also introduced several tactical innovations which are still studied and emulated to this day. Sparta’s hegemony of Greece (which had been in effect since the Persian wars of 480-79 and especially since the Peloponnesian War in 431–404 BC) was wiped away in a single day of destruction. Sparta would never recover from the losses in manpower which were suffered at Leuctra.Sparta’s defeat created a power vacuum in Greece which several states attempted to fill (the Theban Hegemony and the resurgence of Athens) and gave rise to the dominance of Macedon in the 350s when Macedon would conquer Greece in 338 BC at the battle of Chaeronea. None of this would have been possible without the events at Leuctra. The Theban phalanx at Leuctra, with its great depth of 50 ranks, introduced new tactical thinking in Greek warfare and this thinking eventually led to the Macedonian phalanx of Philip and Alexander which conquered Greece and the Persian Empire less than 40 years later. The Theban commander at Leuctra, Epaminondas, also introduced the idea of drawing up his forces in echelon and fighting with a refused flank – something Alexander emulated in all of his major battles and which has been attempted at countless battles since.The importance of the battle of Leuctra cannot be underestimated. This superbly illustrated title gives the reader a detailed understanding of this epic clash of forces, what led to it, its commanders, sources, and the consequences it had for future civilizations. Publisher ‏ : ‎ Osprey Publishing (July 27, 2021) Language ‏ : ‎ English Paperback ‏ : ‎ 96 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1472843517 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 9781472843517

Historic Aircraft by Steve McDonald (1991, Hardcover, Illustrated,

“Historic Aircraft” by Steve McDonald is a beautifully illustrated nonfiction book published by Running Press in 1992. This hardcover book, with 96 pages, focuses on the history of aviation and transportation, making it a captivating read for adults interested in the subject. The author’s detailed narrative and illustrations make this book a valuable addition to any aviation enthusiast’s collection, providing a comprehensive look at iconic aircraft from the past.