Focusing on the architectural grandeur of ancient Assyria and Persia, this work delves into the palaces of Nineveh and Persepolis through meticulous research and analysis. Fergusson presents detailed descriptions and illustrations, highlighting construction techniques, decorative elements, and layouts while exploring the cultural and historical significance of these monumental structures. This comprehensive study serves as an essential resource for enthusiasts of ancient Near Eastern history and architecture, preserving the insights of a pivotal 19th-century scholar.
Exploring significant cultural landmarks, this book delves into the architectural and historical importance of the Tope at Sanchi and the Tope at Amravati, set against the backdrop of the Western World and Eastern Asia. With illustrations enhancing the narrative, it provides insights into the artistry and significance of these stupas, reflecting the rich heritage and spiritual legacy of the regions they represent.
Exploring the intriguing phenomenon of megalithic structures, this work delves into the origins and significance of stone monuments across various cultures. The author, James Fergusson, provides a comprehensive analysis of these ancient artifacts, examining their architectural styles and cultural contexts. The book highlights the similarities and differences in the construction and purpose of these monuments worldwide, offering insights into the societies that created them. It serves as both a historical account and a reflection on human ingenuity in shaping the landscape.
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In April 2006 a small British Army force was sent to the Helmand province of Afghanistan. The Defence Minister said the mission could be carried out 'without a shot being fired'. Over a million bullets, 700 dead Afghans and 6 VC recommendations later, James Fergusson brings us the real story of this gruelling and bloody war.
In the spring of 1997, James Fergusson, a freelance British correspondent, encounters a local Pashtun interpreter named Mir in rebel-controlled Afghanistan. They soon become firm friends, with Mir an invaluable guide not only to the battle zone, but to the country's complex politics, culture and traditions. Originally published: London: HarperColli.
The True Story of the World's Most Feared Guerrilla Fighters
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12 horas de lectura
Fifteen years ago, southern Afghanistan was in even greater chaos than it is now. The Russians, who had occupied the country throughout the 1980s, were long gone. The disparate ethnic and religious leaders who had united to eject the invaders - the famous mujaheddin - were at each others' throats. For the rural poor of Kandahar province, life was almost impossible. On 12 October 1994 a small group of religious students decided to take matters into their own hands. Led by an illiterate village mullah with one eye, some 200 of them surrounded and took Spin Boldak, a trucking stop on the border with Pakistan. From this short and unremarkable border skirmish, a legend was born. The students' numbers swelled as news of their triumph spread. The Taliban, as they now called themselves - taliban is the plural of talib, literally 'one who seeks knowledge' - had a simple mission statement: the disarmament of the population, and the establishment of a theocracy based on Sharia law. They fought with a religious zeal that the warring mujaheddin could not match. By February 1995, this people's revolt had become a national movement; 18 months later Kabul fell, and the country was effectively theirs. James Fergusson's fascinating account of this extraordinary story will be required reading for anyone who wishes to understand the situation in Afghanistan, now and for the future...
This fascinating book offers a detailed look at two of the most important religious sites in history: the Holy Sepulchre and the Temple at Jerusalem. Written by the respected scholar James Fergusson, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of sacred architecture.
