{"title":"John Middleton","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohn Middleton’s works delve deeply into the structures and histories of governance, exploring the intricate dynamics of world monarchies and dynasties. Readers interested in the interplay between tradition and political power will find his insights both illuminating and thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on \u003cem\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e, Middleton presents a detailed examination of ruling families and their influence on contemporary geopolitics, offering a nuanced perspective for those seeking to understand the foundations of authority across nations.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"world-monarchies-and-dynasties-by-john-middleton-9780765680501","title":"World Monarchies and Dynasties","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout history, royal dynasties have dominated countries and empires around the world. Kings, queens, emperors, chiefs, pharaohs, czars—whatever title they ruled by—monarchs have shaped institutions, rituals, and cultures in every time period and every corner of the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe concept of monarchy originated in prehistoric times and evolved over centuries right up to the present. Efforts to overthrow monarchies or evade their rule—such as the American, French, Chinese, and Russian revolutions—are considered turning points in world history. Even today, many countries retain their monarchies, although in vastly reduced form with little political power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne cannot understand human history and government without understanding monarchs and monarchies. This fully-illustrated encyclopedia provides the first complete survey of all the major rulers and ruling families of the world, past and present. No other reference work approaches the topic with the same sense of magnitude or connection to historical context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eArranged in A-Z format for ease of access, \u003cem\u003eWorld Monarchies and Dynasties\u003c\/em\u003e includes information on major monarchs and dynasties from ancient times to the present. This set:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes overviews of reigns and successions, genealogical charts, and dynastic timelines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAddresses concepts, problems, and theories of monarchy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvides background and information for further research.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHighlights important places, structures, symbols, events, and legends related to particular monarchs and dynasties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes a master bibliography and multiple indexes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47608396447980,"sku":"9780765680501","price":823.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780765680501-world-monarchies-and-dynasties.jpg?v=1778198128"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/john-middleton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}