{"title":"Chris Moorey","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to Chris Moorey, an esteemed author known for his insightful exploration of historical subjects. Chris Moorey's works are particularly acclaimed for their detailed and vivid portrayal of historical events and locations, making them an excellent choice for both history enthusiasts and casual readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMoorey's passion for history is palpable in his books, offering readers a deep dive into the past with engaging narratives and thoroughly researched content. His book, \u003cem\u003eA History of Crete\u003c\/em\u003e, exemplifies his ability to bring the rich and complex history of this unique Mediterranean island to life, offering readers an educational journey through its past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a student of history, a curious traveller, or someone with an appreciation for military history, Chris Moorey's works provide a comprehensive and accessible entry point into understanding the historical contexts and events that have shaped our world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our collection of Chris Moorey's books and immerse yourself in the captivating stories of our past.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-history-of-crete-by-chris-moorey-9781912208968","title":"A History of Crete","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor thousands of years, Crete has been of paramount strategic importance, thanks to its location close to the junction of three continents and the heart of the eastern Mediterranean. It’s perhaps not surprising, therefore, that when they ruled Crete, the Greeks called it “Megalónisos” or the “Great Island.” Yet the island has been ruled for much of its history by foreign invaders—including Mycenaeans, Dorians, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Venetians, Ottoman Turks, and, briefly, the Third Reich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eA History of Crete\u003c\/i\u003e, Chris Moorey explores the history of the Great Island from mythological Crete until today and sheds light on how the Cretans themselves have interacted with their conquerors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA History of Crete\u003c\/i\u003e portrays the Cretans as fierce lovers of freedom who worked around and with the influence of foreign rule on their culture. In an engaging and lively style, Moorey emphasizes and contrasts two periods at either end of these three thousand years of domination: the dazzling apogee of the Minoan civilization from the Bronze Age, representing the first advanced civilization in Europe, and the brief period of autonomy before union with Greece at the beginning of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA History of Crete\u003c\/i\u003e shows how the history of the contested island affected its people and made them to the Cretans of today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46796027560172,"sku":"9781912208968","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/22843963482868.jpg?v=1757072836"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/chris-moorey.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}