The Decisive Battles of the Western World, and Their Influence Upon History: From the earliest times to the battle of LepantoAfter moving with his family to Liberia, twelve-year old Linus discovers that he has a mystical connection with the black mamba, one of the deadliest snakes in Africa, which he is told will give him some of the snake's characteristics. Includes note by the author about his experiences as a thirteen-year-old American living in Liberia in 1982. |
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Battle of Megiddo 1479 B C | 5 |
Battle of Marathon 491 B C | 22 |
The Battles of Salamis 480 B C and Plataea | 26 |
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