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Ebano elixirComposition An echo of Africa in every drop: pink pepper and red fruits give way to a heart of cocoa and praline, closing with a whisper of vanilla and wood. Notes Top: Pink Pepper, Red Fruits, Frankincense Mid: Cocoa, Praline, Myrrh Base: Vanilla, Styrax, Oak Wood Inspiration Within the pages of The shadow of the Sun (bano in the Spanish version) by Ryszard Kapuciski, lies a tale of courage and exploration, a journey into the unknown that narrates
Composition
An echo of Africa in every drop: pink pepper and red fruits give way to a heart of cocoa and praline, closing with a whisper of vanilla and wood.
Notes
Top: Pink Pepper, Red Fruits, Frankincense
Mid: Cocoa, Praline, Myrrh
Base: Vanilla, Styrax, Oak Wood
Inspiration
Within the pages of “The shadow of the Sun” (Ébano in the Spanish version) by Ryszard Kapuściński, lies a tale of courage and exploration, a journey into the unknown that narrates the African significant historical moments of the 20th century, without losing sight of everyday details. It’s the remarkable journey of a Polish journalist who, on a limited budget, covered the vast majority of major historical events alone, delving deep into the heart of Africa and challenging stereotypes and commonplaces.
Our perfume, “Ebano”, captures the essence of this extraordinary adventure, where the author lived in the humblest of abodes, confronted deadly diseases, and faced incredible dangers, yet, he never lost his lucid journalistic perspective nor his ability to craft incredible narratives. This fragrance pays tribute to the courage and commitment of a man who ventured into the unknown to share extraordinary stories with us.
Olfative notes
The top notes of Pink Pepper, Red Fruits and Frankincense reflect the intensity and diversity of experiences across the continent, encompassing its spirituality and enigmatic beauty.
The heart notes of Cocoa, Praline and Myrrh immerse us in the depth of these tales, the darkness of African nights, and the stories shared around the fire, with direct and intense notes reminiscent of their origins.
The base notes of Vanilla, Styrax and Oak Wood provide a harmonious and sweet conclusion to this composition, much like a well-crafted ending to a story.
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★★★★★ 5
Anything from Skip I will read ASAP.
Format: Hardcover
I so look forward to reading this. Skip Atwater is a pioneer in the exploration of consciousness. I had the pleasure of meeting him for an interview while making my film Third Eye Spies and his knowledge of remote viewing and the Army history of the subject was some of the most compelling testimony I heard. I am excited to get my copy of this new book.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2024
★★★★★ 5
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Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Glorious book on Man's (unfortunate) wars with himself
Format: Hardcover
If you have any interest in the subject matter, buy this book, it is fantastic.
Many beautiful paintings and maps, some on full pages.
One comment. In various parts of this book it has something called "Directory," which is just paragraphs on events that the writer did not see deserving a full page in the book.
On page 42 we have "Directory: Before 1000 CE," and included is a paragraph on "Teutoburg Forest, Roman-Germanic Wars, 9 CE" The paragraph ends with: "Although there were subsequent expeditions to Germany, the Roman frontier became fixed at the Rhine (River)."
Surely, this is one of the greatest battles and results in European history and should have had a full two pages in this book instead of just a short paragraph. See the Battle of the Teutoburg Forest, 9 CE.
Another short fall of this book is no mention of Boudica, who in AD 60 0r 61, was defeated by the Romans (commander- Suetonius Paullinus), who went on to "rule" England and Wales to about AD 410. This is my review of Graham Webster's book "Boudica: The British revolt against Rome in AD 60:
Lucid, well written on Boudica, queen of the East Anglian kingdom of the Iceni tribe, and much more. Sixteen pages of black and white photographs.
Contents (all of these Chapter headings have sub-headings)1. Sources
2. The Opposing Forces and the State of Britain 54 B.C.
3. Britain between the Invasions 54 B.C.-A.D. 43
4. The Conquest of A.D. 43
5. The Storm Breaks A.D. 60
6. The Evidence from the Ground
7. The Trail of Destruction
Epilogue
References
Bibliography
Glossary of Latin Terms and Words
Index
24 Plates
8 Maps and Diagrams
The Epilogue, a timeless piece of writing, should be read by everyone, young and old. The last sentence of the book in the Epilogue reads:
"They may help us to see more clearly what is happening in the world today, and even help us prevent some of the worst excesses of human folly and greed for power, which brings incalculable misery and suffering to the innocent majority."
Re: Boudica and the final battle with Suetonius Paullinus and the approximately 12,000 men under his command and Boudica's warriors, which could have been as great as 100,000, page 99, (but could be less);
we apply
"O2S4 MEC:"
Objective (Simplicity);
Offensive, Sprit of;
Superiority at Point of Contact (Economy of Force);
Surprise (Security);
Security (Surprise);
Simplicity (Objective);
Movement (Mobility);
Economy of Force (Superiority at Point of Contact);
Cooperation (Unity of Command)
On pages 98-99 in the book we have Fig. 5-, (if this is indeed the place of the final battle took place) "The battle between Boudica and Paullinus in its possible Mancetter context," it is clear that Paullinus had chosen the place of the battle and his position to force Boudica's warriors to a frontal attack and thereby creating "Superiority at Point of Contact." And this is probably what happened, as Boudica's warriors attacked and were funneled into the Roman Legion "buzz saw" due to their "simple" frontal attack.
From Fig. 5 again, it is clear that there was forest behind Paullinus and his men and the River Anker in front of them. I do not know if it would have possible to attack Paullinus from the rear by going through the forest. However, again from Fig. 5, it is apparent that Boudica's warriors probably could have attacked Paullinus from the right and left flanks (even though the Roman cavalry was on both flanks), creating a three pronged attack, negating some of the Roman's "Superiority at Point of Contact." It is clear that Boudica lost "Cooperation (Unity of Command)," or never had it in the first place, leading to the rout by Paullinus' much smaller force over a much larger force and the fate of Britain for about the next 400 years.
The Roman brutality that caused this uprising and Boudica's, and her warriors response, are part of history. Paullius' (whatever you think of him), choice of the battlefield was tactically brilliant, and no one, including Boudica, could match it on the field of battle that day.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2019
★★★★★ 5
Poor formatting for Kindle, GREAT as a hardback
Format: Kindle
So far I am loving this book, and hating its formatting for the Kindle. Probably because of all the maps and illustrations, it is hard to enjoy on my Kindle, and I have to awkwardly change the size of the page 3-4 times on every page while I try to read it. My guess is I would really love it as a physical book. LATER: As noted I was very disappointed trying to read this on a small Kindle, but the book looked so promising that I repurchased it in hardback. WOW what a difference. Wonderful illustrations, maps, the works. Given the number of important battles chosen, it would not be possible to go into great detail on any single one, but most people are not going to remember all those details anyway, and this book gives you what you really need, and the level of detail you are likely to remember and to help you appreciate the importance of the event. Strongly recommended in hardback.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2024
★★★★★ 5
A must-have for its educational value and the sheer pleasure it brings
Format: Hardcover
"Battles that Changed History" from the DK History Changers series is an absolute gem for history enthusiasts of any age. The book offers a captivating journey through pivotal moments, providing in-depth insights into the strategies, key figures, and circumstances that shaped the course of history. The visual richness of DK's signature style, combined with well-researched content, makes this book not only informative but also visually stunning. Each battle is presented with clarity, making complex historical events accessible and engaging. Whether you're a seasoned history buff or a casual reader, "Battles that Changed History" is a must-have for its educational value and the sheer pleasure it brings to exploring the world's transformative conflicts.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2023