Ian Heath Libros

Covering a pivotal era from 600 AD to 1066, this book provides an in-depth exploration of various armies across Europe and beyond, including Byzantine, Viking, and Arab forces. It examines the military structures, strategies, and cultural influences of diverse groups such as the Lombards, Merovingians, and Normans, alongside lesser-known factions like the Pechenegs and Ghuzz. The detailed analysis highlights the evolution of warfare and the significant historical events that shaped these armies during the Dark Ages.

The book offers a comprehensive overview of various historical armies and their unique characteristics, spanning regions such as Andalusia, Bulgaria, and the Holy Roman Empire to Scotland and Venice. It provides detailed insights into the military structures, strategies, and cultural contexts of these armies, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts of military history and medieval studies. The reprint of the 1989 edition enriches the "Armies and Enemies" series with extensive geographical coverage and historical depth.

Hearts are funny old things, and this collection of romantic and amusing cartoons illustrates love in all shapes and forms. From a heart-shaped cactus to a heart-shaped road sign and from lonely hearts to family-sized hearts, these drawings will bring a bit of joy to anyone's heart. AUTHOR: Ian Heath is a successful artist and designer based in London. ILLUSTRATIONS b/w illustrations *

The Reformation in England further distanced the Irish, as the majority of Irishmen adhered stubbornly to their Catholicism. Eventually, in Elizabeth's reign, both sides resorted to the use of force on a large scale in a series of bloody wars and rebellions that were to culminate in the Earl of Tyrone's "Great Rebellion" of 1595-1603. This text by Ian Heath looks at the history, organization and tactics of the armies of the Irish Wars (1485-1603), armies which included such troops as the fearsome Irish Galloglasses, who bore a deadly axe six feet long with a blade that was one foot broad!

The beginning of the 19th century saw the rise of a remarkable Sikh leader in the Punjab province of north-west India. Unifying the feudal rulers under his authority, the conquering Maharaja Ranjit Singh pursued campaigns of expansion for nearly 40 years, creating for the purpose a new regular army on the Western model. His death in 1839 found the frontiers of Sikh and British power in confrontation; in the 1840s the inevitable trial of strength brought British crown and East India Company troops into battle against the most formidable Indian army they ever faced. Its story is told here in fascinating detail, illustrated with rare early paintings and with colourful reconstructions of Punjabi regular soldiers and feudal warriors.

A history of Byzantine armies from the height of the Crusades through to the wars against the rising power of the Ottoman Turks, covering the siege of Constantinople and the fall of Trebizond.

The Byzantines had a remarkably sophisticated approach to politics and military strategy. Unlike most of their contemporaries, they learnt very early in their history that winning a battle did not necessarily win a war, and they frequently bought off their enemies with treaties and bribes rather than squander men and matériel in potentially fruitless campaigns. The Byzantine army of the 10th and early 11th centuries, at the height of its power and efficiency, was the best-organised, best-trained, best-equipped and highest-paid in the known world. This splendid book by Ian Heath examines the Byzantine Armies from 886-1118, including the lusty, hard-fighting, hard-drinking 'barbarian' Varangian guard.

The Taiping movement began as the Pai Shang-ti Hui (the Society of God-Worshippers), founded in Kwangsi province in 1846 by Hung Hsiu-ch'uan. A sickly individual of questionable sanity. Hung had become subject to visions which interpreted as demonstrating that he was Jesus Christ's 'Divine Younger Brother', with God's mandate to govern China. This fascinating work by Ian Heath examines the organisation, dress and weapons of forces on both sides of the Taiping Rebellion – a conflict which saw the involvement of around 10 million troops during 15 years of conflict; as many as 600 cities change hands time and time again; and 20-30 million deaths.

Exploring the connection between personal challenges and emotional well-being, this book addresses the confusion surrounding relationships and the unexpected downturns they often take. It delves into the link between creativity and sexuality, suggesting that engaging in creative work can enhance feelings of attraction and desire. Readers seeking clarity on these complex experiences will find valuable insights and guidance throughout.