Vermont Nature Guide: A field guide to birds, mammals, trees, insects, wildflowers, amphibians, reptiles, and where to find them

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Travelers’ Tales China brings travelers — armchair or actual — a breadth and depth of experience from both new and well-known authors that will help make the China experience unforgettable and transforming. These pages cover 6,000 years of history up to modern-day socialist China, from the Silk Road to the high-tech center of Beijing. Explore the old as well as the new — from the tombs of dead emperors to the world’s largest dam. The vastness of the Gobi Desert, the darkness of the assault on Nanking, the upheavals of the Cultural Revolution, and the 700 nature preserves in a country that boasts more wildlife than any other in the world — these are just a few of the subjects in this literate, lively book.

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Says a lot by saying little.......2006-04-30

What is China? Reduced to facts and figures, China is amazing and overwhelming. 1.3 billion people live within its borders. Almost 4 million square miles in area. A history stretching back countless millennia. A modern history filled with catchphrases and people with instant recognition: Mao, Tiananmen, Cultural Revolution, Deng Xiaoping. Its economic and political system defy conventional analysis--a totalitarian, self-proclaimed Communist state increasingly open to market capitalism. Hundreds, perhaps even thousands, of books have been written on China ... travelogues, fiction and non-fiction about its history, its culture both modern and ancient. Yet, despite all the numbers and facts, the "real" China seems quite distant. The question remains: What is China?

Travelers' Tales China takes a different approach. Rather than tackling China at the macro-level (an impossible task), it attempts to portray China through a mosaic of stories, some quite mundane, some quite profound; all wonderfully written and vivid in their description and imagery. The writers' perspectives are ideal for the task: as travelers they are confronted by the perpetual travelers' paradox. As the outsider, they are distanced from their subject. Quite often, this detachment is self-imposed, other times it is brought upon by outside forces. However, this detachment is coupled with a curiosity, an eye for detail, a hunger for meaning extended to a degree that would not be sought had they insider status.

Most books on China that I have seen are like a photograph taken on a day with a blinding sun. The subject is blanched by the extreme illumination, shadows are banished, yet the scene is still oddly unclear. Paraphrasing the Dao De Jing, the China that can be told of is not the true China. By attempting to consciously capture China in words, what comes into focus is not the subject but the author. In contrast, the Travelers' Tales is like the scene on its cover. By inviting shadows, allowing ambiguity, and eschewing overt commentary, the book does not describe China--it BECOMES China. Perhaps it is just the "Travelers' China," but even this is a better outcome than most other books I have seen.

Travelers' Tales Tibet: True Stories (Travelers' Tales Guides)

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Discover Tibet through the eyes of travelers..
A weak book in the series

Travelers' Tales Tibet: True Stories (Travelers' Tales Guides)

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ASIN: 1885211767

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Travelers' Tales Tibet is a collection of riveting tales from one of the most controversial and fascinating regions of the earth. Travel with world-renowned writers to this mythic land and enjoy a feast cooked by blowtorch on a high mountain pass, witness an ancient sky burial, rebuild an ancient monastery, make the pilgrimage to Mt. Kailash, work as an extra on a Chinese movie set, and visit the eternal home of the Dalai Lama, the Potala Palace. Travelers' Tales Tibet draws an unforgettable portrait of a magical country, its stunning culture, and unforgettable people. Contributors include His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Pico Iyer, Orville Schell, Fosco Maraini, Pamela Logan, Heinrich Harrer, and Alexandra David-Neel.

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Discover Tibet through the eyes of travelers.........2004-10-24

This book presents many true stories of visits to Tibet. Some are funny, some are cautionary, and some are inspiring. They cover many aspects of the countryside including ancient rituals, pilgrimages, searching for the clouded leopard, and, of course, the Dalai Lama. This isn't a political book. I don't think there needs to be two sides to the story..it consists of many stories-all different. It's a great read and nothing more is needed.

A weak book in the series.......2003-03-30

Usually a book from the 'traveler's tale' series will feature a healthy mix of stories of different genre; which enables its reader to understand a nation from many different prospective. However, the stories in this 'Tibet' volume are too politically dominated. I don't think this book present a holistic view on Tibetan culture.

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Titles are: Old Dan Tucker * Jesse James * Mrs. McGrath * O Mary Don t You Weep * John Henry * Erie Canal * Jacob s Ladder * My Oklahoma Home * Eyes on the Prize * Shenandoah * Pay Me My Money Down * We Shall Overcome * Froggie Went a Courtin .

We Shall Overcome: The History of the Civil Rights Movement As It Happened (Book with 2 Audio CDs)

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We Shall Overcome: The History of the Civil Rights Movement As It Happened (Book with 2 Audio CDs)
Herb Boyd , Ossie Davis , and Ruby Dee
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ASIN: 140220213X

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In words, photos and on two audio CDs, witness the courageous and controversial stories that defined America's civil rights movement

An entire generation of Americans faced the lynching of teenager Emmett Till, the murder of four girls at church, and the denial of basic liberties like voting rights, equal education and political representation. This is their story.

We Shall Overcome is a gripping chronicle of the words and voices of the civil rights movement. From stirring speeches to the voices of hate, this collection brings to life the battle for justice and equality that shook America to its core. We Shall Overcome brings you there--from the schools to the sit-ins, from Little Rock to Selma, from the pulpit to the marches.

American Book Award winning author Herb Boyd tells the dramatic stories of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Fannie Lou Hamer, Stokely Carmichael, Ella Baker and activist groups like the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and the Black Panthers.

In words, photos and on two accompanying audio CDs, you'll witness the courageous and controversial stories that defined America's civil rights movement.

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Wonderfully Put Together.......2007-02-20

I bought this book for a political science class, sadly we never used it though, however, I think this is one of the best investments I could have made in a text book. It chronicles the civil rights movement and contains some pictures that are otherwise hard to find anywhere else. I attend Florida A&M and there is actually a piture of Stokley Carmichael standing in front of one of our buildings delivering one of his earth shaking speeches, I'm sure... Unfortunately, I was disheartened by the way the author skipped over Malcolm X's role in the civil rights era and how he inspired later organizations such as the Black panther Party. But that, a big issue for me, aside, this is a great textbook. When I start teaching, I will probably refer back to it for my history classes.

"Living the Movement".......2005-07-25

As a child growing up through the movement, this text has allowed me to embrace the struggle as an adult. The actual audio accounts are at times distrubing, but the realization of what people of color went through during that era is something I must endure as an African American. I highly recommend this text.

Great book!.......2005-02-06

This is a great introduction to the civil rights movement from the 50's and into the 60's. The book covers the 1955 murder of Emmett Till through Dr. King's assasination. Great photos and outstanding text. Mr. Boyd did a great job in writing this important book and I highly recommend it.

Martin Luther King Jr., "We Shall Overcome"

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Martin Luther King Jr., "We Shall Overcome"
Martin Luther, Jr. King
Manufacturer: Speechworks
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ASIN: 1885959419

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Encompasses the most moving moments in American social history with the extraordinary civil rights leader. In addition to The American Dream speech which is where Dr. King expounds on applicable sections of the Declaration of Independence, in particular that section that refers to All Men Are Created Equal, this compilation includes excerpts from a speech delivered in June of 1966 at the Zion Church. Included in these segments is the infamous We Shall Overcome speech.

We Shall Not Overcome: Populism and Southern Blue-Collar Workers

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We Shall Not Overcome: Populism and Southern Blue-Collar Workers
Robert E. Botsch
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We Shall Overcome
Powledge
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We Shall Overcome: The History of the American Civil Rights Movement (People's History)

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We Shall Overcome: The History of the American Civil Rights Movement (People's History)
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The Civil Rights Movement: 1954-1968 : We Shall Overcome, Some Day (Perspectives on History Series)

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The Civil Rights Movement: 1954-1968 : We Shall Overcome, Some Day (Perspectives on History Series)

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Martin Luther King, Jr.: "We Shall Overcome" (African-American Biography Library)

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Martin Luther King, Jr.: "We Shall Overcome" (African-American Biography Library)
Anne E. Schraff
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Shall we overcome?: A challenge to Negro and white Christians

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Shall we overcome?: A challenge to Negro and white Christians
Howard O Jones
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Terrorism: We Shall Overcome: A Poem of American Tragedy, Survival and Hope

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Terrorism: We Shall Overcome: A Poem of American Tragedy, Survival and Hope
Felicia Okeke-Ibezim
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Poems About 9/11

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For all fanatics rock music 65-75.......2000-06-06

For all fanatics rock music 65-75 ... It great and magic

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exellent.......2000-03-29

This book is good for me.I'm a veterinary student,so this book enables to understnd a hematology easily.Especially,contrast a nomal state with an abnomal state is usaful.

excellent index to this book.......1999-01-27

This is another fine example of the output from ISU Press. Geared towared professionals, this exhaustive atlas is aided by a very professional index.

great veterinary student resource!.......1999-01-24

Wonderful pictures with explanations put in simple language that is easy to understand.

Veterinary Hematology Atlas of Common Domestic Species

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Veterinary Hematology Atlas of Common Domestic Species
William J. Reagan
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ASIN: B000N7IPNE

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The Encyclopaedia of Islam (New Edition) sets out the present state of our knowledge of the Islamic World. It is a unique and invaluable reference tool, an essential key to understanding the world of Islam, and the authoritative source not only for the religion, but also for the believers and the countries in which they live. It embraces articles on distinguished Muslims of every age and land, on tribes and dynasties, on the crafts and sciences, on political and religious institutions, on the geography, ethnography, flora and fauna of the various countries and on the history, topography and monuments of the major towns and cities. In its geographical and historical scope it encompasses the old Arabo-Islamic empire, the Islamic countries of Iran, Central Asia, the Indian sub-continent and Indonesia, the Ottoman Empire and all other Islamic countries. The New Edition is published in double fascicules of 112 pages. Eight double fascicules make up one volume. Upon completion of a volume, covers and prelims are supplied for binding. FB April 1996 RED PB PRN 2000 MU 2-Dec-96

The Encyclopaedia of Islam: Index of Subjects to Volumes I-IX and to the Supplement, Fascicules 1-6/Encyclopedie De L'Islam : Index Des Matieres Des

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The Encyclopaedia of Islam: Index of Subjects to Volumes I-IX and to the Supplement, Fascicules 1-6/Encyclopedie De L'Islam : Index Des Matieres Des

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Encyclopaedia of Islam: Index of Subjects to Volumes I-Ix/Index Des Matieres Des Volumes I-IX (The Encyclopaedia of Islam / Encyclopedie De L'Islam)

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Encyclopaedia of Islam: Index of Subjects to Volumes I-Ix/Index Des Matieres Des Volumes I-IX (The Encyclopaedia of Islam / Encyclopedie De L'Islam)

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The Encyclopaedia of Islam: Supplement : Fascicules 1-2 (The Encyclopaedia of Islam - New Edition / Encyclopedie De L'Islam - Nouvelle Edition, Tome)

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The Encyclopaedia of Islam: Supplement : Fascicules 1-2 (The Encyclopaedia of Islam - New Edition / Encyclopedie De L'Islam - Nouvelle Edition, Tome)
Clifford Edmund Bosworth
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The Encyclopedia of Islam Index of Names (The Encyclopaedia of Islam / Encyclopedie De L'Islam)

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The Encyclopedia of Islam Index of Names (The Encyclopaedia of Islam / Encyclopedie De L'Islam)
E. J. Van Donzel
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ASIN: 9004097805

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It is obvious that the contents of a publication such as the Encyclopaedia of Islam are by far richer than might appear from the title of the articles alone. Thus, all who work in the field of Islamic studies will welcome the appearance of the new cumulative index of proper names to volumes I - VII of the Encyclopaedia of Islam.

The Encyclopedia of Islam: Index of Subjects/Index Des Matieres to Volumes I-VII and to the Supplement, Fasccicules 1-6 (The Encyclopaedia of Islam / Encyclopedie De L'Islam)

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The Encyclopedia of Islam: Index of Subjects/Index Des Matieres to Volumes I-VII and to the Supplement, Fasccicules 1-6 (The Encyclopaedia of Islam / Encyclopedie De L'Islam)

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To accompany the existing Index (of Persons), E.J. Brill has prepared an Index of Subjects, intended as an extra aid when using the Encyclopaedia of Islam. The sheer amount of information contained in the EI, and the fact that the entries are given in their Arabic form, require a good deal of searching on the part of the user, which the Index (of Persons) can only partially alleviate. The Index of Subjects aims to lighten the user's work by providing a guide to the EI in the form of a thesaurus. Entries are given in English and French and are followed by the titles of the relevant EI-articles, as well as cross-references to articles which are not primarily about that subject, but include information which could be useful. The student and scholar of Islam are hereby given a boost in unravelling the enormous richness of The Encyclopaedia of Islam.

The Encyclopedia of Islam: Supplement - Fasc 3-4 - Basbas-Diawhar (The Encyclopaedia of Islam - New Edition / Encyclopedie De L'Islam - Nouvelle Edition, Tome)

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The Encyclopedia of Islam: Supplement - Fasc 3-4 - Basbas-Diawhar (The Encyclopaedia of Islam - New Edition / Encyclopedie De L'Islam - Nouvelle Edition, Tome)
Clifford Edmund Bosworth
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This synopsis of Continental thought covers recent attempts to (re)write the history and theory of photography at various levels.

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