David Rooney Knihy

Během druhé světové války se romantická krajina Barmy stala kulisou těžkých americko-japonských bojů. Autor se zabývá měsíci největších bojů v období od března 1944 do května roku 1945, kdy byli Japonci z Barmy definitivně vytlačeni. Popisuje všechny důležité střety obou armád, stejně jako se detailně věnuje popisu zázemí všech zúčastněných vojsk a rozboru politické situace té doby. Pro českého čtenáře bude tato publikace zajímavá již proto, že tyto události byly donedávna považovány za tzv. zapomenutou válku, ale i proto, že autor využívá pamětí přímých účastníků bojů.... celý text

Introduction: Korean Air Lines Flight 007, 1983 -- Order : sundial at the Forum, Rome, 263 BCE -- Faith : Castle Clock, Diyār Bakr, 1206 -- Virtue : the hourglass of Temperance, Siena, 1338 -- Markets : stock exchange clock, Amsterdam, 1611 -- Knowledge : Samrat Yantra, Jaipur, 1732-35 -- Empires : observatory time ball, Cape Town, 1833 -- Manufacture : Gog and Magog, London, 1865 -- Morality : electric time system, Brno, 1903-6 -- Resistance : telescope driving-clock, Edinburgh, 1913 -- Identity : golden telephone handsets, London, 1935 -- War : miniature atomic clocks, Munich, 1972 -- Peace : plutonium timekeeper, Osaka, 6970.5500 650|s| |a|Clocks and watches |x|History.

"A captivating, surprising history of timekeeping and how it has shaped our world. For thousands of years, people of all cultures have made and used clocks, from the city sundials of ancient Rome to the medieval water clocks of imperial China, hourglasses fomenting revolution in the Middle Ages, the Stock Exchange clock of Amsterdam in 1611, Enlightenment observatories in India, and the high-precision clocks circling the Earth on a fleet of GPS satellites that have been launched since 1978. Clocks have helped us navigate the world and build empires, and have even taken us to the brink of destruction. Elites have used them to wield power, make money, govern citizens, and control lives-and sometimes the people have used them to fight back. Through the stories of twelve clocks, About Time brings pivotal moments from the past vividly to life. Historian and lifelong clock enthusiast David Rooney takes us from the unveiling of al-Jazari's castle clock in 1206, in present-day Turkey; to the Cape of Good Hope observatory at the southern tip of Africa, where nineteenth-century British government astronomers moved the gears of empire with a time ball and a gun; to the burial of a plutonium clock now sealed beneath a public park in Osaka, where it will keep time for 5,000 years. Rooney shows, through these artifacts, how time has been imagined, politicized, and weaponized over the centuries-and how it might bring peace. Ultimately, he writes, the technical history of horology is only the start of the story. A history of clocks is a history of civilization"-- Provided by publisher

Exploring themes of mystery and hidden truths, this book delves into the depths of human emotions and relationships. It uncovers the secrets that individuals keep, revealing how the past shapes their present. The narrative weaves through complex character dynamics, leading to unexpected revelations that challenge perceptions and ignite introspection. As the story unfolds, readers are drawn into a captivating journey of discovery, ultimately questioning what is truly hidden beneath the surface of everyday life.

Exploring the tactics and impact of guerrilla warfare, this book delves into the most notorious surprise attacks throughout history. It highlights the strategic ingenuity of smaller, unconventional forces that have challenged larger armies, revealing the psychological and cultural implications of such conflicts. Through detailed accounts and analysis, readers gain insight into the evolution of guerrilla tactics and their lasting effects on warfare and society.

Highly successful when first published in 1997.

A must-read book for those intrigued by the ever-shifting landscape of unconventional warfare and its profound impact on contemporary global dynamics. Throughout history, conflicts have given rise to unconventional forms of warfare, often propelled by personal, religious, tribal, or national ambitions. Historian David Rooney highlights pivotal figures such as the Maccabees, Napoleon, the Boer Wars, Michael Collins, Mao Tse Tung, T. E. Lawrence, Castro, Guevara, the Guerrillas of World War II, and Al Qaeda's Osama Bin Laden, illustrating the evolution of guerrilla theories. In today's era of swiftly forsaking convention and tradition for immediate results, the adoption of unconventional strategies by twenty-first-century warriors appears more prevalent than ever. Public discourse surrounding this topic is vibrant, and understanding its evolution is vital for increased awareness. Dive into the riveting exploration of unconventional warfare throughout the ages with historian David Rooney's insightful narrative. This compelling account not only unveils the trailblazing leaders who reshaped military strategies but also delves into the timely relevance of non-conventional approaches in today's fast-paced world. A must-read for those intrigued by the ever-shifting landscape of unconventional warfare and its profound impact on contemporary global dynamics