Описание: In the first-ever comprehensive survey of the world's female buccaneers, Pirate Women tells of the women, both real and legendary, who through the ages sailed alongside--and sometimes in command of--their male counterparts. These women came from all walks of life but had one thing in common: a desire for freedom. History has largely ignored these female swashbucklers, until now. Here are their stories, from ancient Norse warriors like Awilda, Stikla, and Rusla; to Sayyida al-Hurra of the Barbary corsairs; from Grace O'Malley, who terrorized shipping operations around the British Isles; to Cheng I Sao, who commanded a fleet of 400 ships off China in the early 19th century. Author Laura Sook Duncombe also looks beyond the stories to the storytellers and mythmakers. What biases and agendas motivated them? What did they leave out? Pirate Women explores why and how these stories are told and passed down and how history changes depending on who is recording it. It's the largest overview of women pirates in one volume and chock-full of swashbuckling adventures. In this book, pirate women are pulled from the shadows into the spotlight that they deserve.
Описание: Relating his experiences caring for endangered whales, a veterinarian and marine scientist shows we can all share in the salvation of these imperiled animals.
Автор: BarCharts Inc Название: Chicago Manual of Style ISBN: 1423218604 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781423218609 Издательство: Неизвестно Цена: 959.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть (1 шт.) Описание: When that research paper comes due and you've forgotten your style manual, get the guidance you need quickly with the Chicago Manual of Style QuickStudy(R) guide. Based on the 16th edition of CMS, this handy, easy-to-carry three-panel guide contains the information you need for writing academic papers to CMS specifications, pared down to the essentials, including common, real-world sample references for both CMS citation formats so that you can be sure you are giving appropriate credit where credit is due.
Автор: Becker, Howard Saul, Название: Tricks of the trade : ISBN: 0226041247 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780226041247 Издательство: Chicago University Press Рейтинг: Цена: 2957.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This guide to research methods covers four areas of social science: the creation of "imagery" to guide research; methods of "sampling" to generate maximum variety in the data; the development of "concepts" to organize findings; and "logical" methods of exploring the implications of the findings.
Автор: Long Denise Название: Survivor Kid: A Practical Guide to Wilderness Survival ISBN: 1569767084 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781569767085 Издательство: Gazelle Book Services Цена: 2563.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Counteracting the panic and fear associated with getting lost in the wild, this handbook equips children with practical tools for overcoming adverse wilderness experiences, even if they are endured alone. Compiled by a search-and-rescue professional, straightforward advice is offered on building shelters and fires, signaling for help, finding water and food, dealing with dangerous animals, learning how to navigate, and avoiding injuries. Practice projects are included to hone survival skills--such as starting a fire with a reflective surface, casting animal tracks, or using a treasure hunt to test navigational aptitude. Making a strong argument for danger prevention, each lesson is coupled with simple instructions and diagrams that will reassure and empower young adventurers.
Автор: Panchyk Richard Название: Washington, DC History for Kids: The Making of a Capital City, with 21 Activities ISBN: 1613730063 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781613730065 Издательство: Gazelle Book Services Рейтинг: Цена: 2245.00 р. 3207.00-30% Наличие на складе: Есть (1 шт.) Описание: Chronicling the rich and fascinating history of Washington, DC, this useful resource for teachers and parents, reveals to young readers the citys remarkable past through 21 hands-on activities. Children will gather items for a building cornerstones time capsule, design a memorial for a favorite president, take a walking tour of the National Mall, and much more. The book also includes a time line and list of books, websites, and places to visit.
Автор: Henderson Caspar Название: The Book of Barely Imagined Beings: A 21st Century Bestiary ISBN: 022621320X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780226213200 Издательство: Wiley Цена: 3173.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть (1 шт.) Описание: From medieval bestiaries to Borges's Book of Imaginary Beings, we've long been enchanted by extraordinary animals, be they terrifying three-headed dogs or asps impervious to a snake charmer's song. But bestiaries are more than just zany zoology--they are artful attempts to convey broader beliefs about human beings and the natural order. Today, we no longer fear sea monsters or banshees. But from the infamous honey badger to the giant squid, animals continue to captivate us with the things they can do and the things they cannot, what we know about them and what we don't. With The Book of Barely Imagined Beings, Caspar Henderson offers readers a fascinating, beautifully produced modern-day menagerie. But whereas medieval bestiaries were often based on folklore and myth, the creatures that abound in Henderson's book--from the axolotl to the zebrafish--are, with one exception, very much with us, albeit sometimes in depleted numbers. The Book of Barely Imagined Beings transports readers to a world of real creatures that seem as if they should be made up--that are somehow more astonishing than anything we might have imagined. The yeti crab, for example, uses its furry claws to farm the bacteria on which it feeds. The waterbear, meanwhile, is among nature's "extreme survivors," able to withstand a week unprotected in outer space. These and other strange and surprising species invite readers to reflect on what we value--or fail to value--and what we might change. A powerful combination of wit, cutting-edge natural history, and philosophical meditation, The Book of Barely Imagined Beings is an infectious and inspiring celebration of the sheer ingenuity and variety of life in a time of crisis and change.
Автор: Rubin Steven Jay Название: The James Bond Movie Encyclopedia ISBN: 1641600829 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781641600828 Издательство: Gazelle Book Services Рейтинг: Цена: 6647.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
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"Nobody does 007 encyclopedias better than Bond historian Steven Jay Rubin. Buy this one. M's orders." --George Lazenby, James Bond in On Her Majesty's Secret Service
Packed with behind-the-scenes information, fascinating facts, trivia, bloopers, classic quotes, character bios, cast and filmmaker bios, and hundreds of rare and unusual photographs of those in front of and behind the camera Ian Fleming's James Bond character has entertained motion picture audiences for nearly sixty years, and the filmmakers have come a long way since they spent $1 million producing the very first James Bond movie, Dr. No, in 1962. The 2015 Bond title, Spectre, cost $250 million and grossed $881 million worldwide--and 2021's No Time to Die is certain to become another global blockbuster. The James Bond Movie Encyclopedia is the completely up-to-date edition of author Steven Jay Rubin's seminal work on the James Bond film series. It covers the entire series through No Time to Die and showcases the type of exhaustive research that has been a hallmark of Rubin's work in film history. From the bios of Bond girls in front of the camera to rare and unusual photographs of those behind it, no detail of the Bond legacy is left uncovered.
Автор: Bergman Ingmar Название: The Magic Lantern: An Autobiography ISBN: 0226043827 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780226043821 Издательство: Wiley Рейтинг: Цена: 3237.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: When a film is not a document, it is a dream. This visual autobiography traces the author`s lifelong love affair with film. It looks at his life from a rural Swedish childhood through his work in theater to Hollywood`s golden age, and a romantic history that includes five wives and more than a few mistresses.
Автор: Norell Mark A. Название: The World of Dinosaurs: An Illustrated Tour ISBN: 022662272X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780226622729 Издательство: Wiley Цена: 7242.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Dinosaurs have held sway over our imaginations since the discovery of their bones first shocked the world in the nineteenth century. From the monstrous beasts stalking Jurassic Park to the curiosities of the natural history museum, dinosaurs are creatures that unite young and old in awestruck wonder. Digging ever deeper into dinosaurs' ancient past, science continues to unearth new knowledge about them and the world they inhabited, a fantastic time when the footprints of these behemoths marked the Earth that we humans now walk. Who better to guide us through this ancient world than paleontologist Mark A. Norell? A world-renowned expert in paleontology, with a knowledge of dinosaurs as deep as the buried fossils they left behind, Norell is in charge of what is perhaps America's most popular collection of dinosaur bones and fossils, the beloved displays at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. In The World of Dinosaurs, he leads readers through a richly illustrated collection detailing the evolution of these ancient creatures. From the horns of the Protoceratops to the wings of the Archaeopteryx, readers are invited to explore profiles of dinosaurs along with hundreds of color photographs, sketches, maps, and other materials--all rooted in the latest scientific discoveries--sure to both capture the imagination and satisfy a prehistoric curiosity. The World of Dinosaurs presents an astonishing collection of knowledge in an immersive visual journey that will fascinate any fan of Earth's ancient inhabitants.
Описание: Improve your Skills: Reading for IELTS 4.5-6.0 Student`s Book prepares pupils for the Academic IELTS Reading paper. The book is full of exercises and examples to help develop key reading skills and build student confidence on how to approach the Reading tasks. This is a `With Key` version.
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