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Author : Rosie Heywood
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Cities and towns
ISBN : 0746067747
Packed with fascinating facts and up to 100 things to spot on every spread, helps children to develop reading, counting and identification skills. Ages 4+.
Author : Alexander Garvin
Publisher : Island Press
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2016-09-08
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781610917582
One of Planetizen's Top Planning Books for 2017 - San Francisco Chronicle's 2016 Holiday Books Gift Guide Pick What makes a great city? City planner and architect Alexander Garvin set out to answer this question by observing cities, largely in North America and Europe, with special attention to Paris, London, New York, and Vienna. For Garvin, greatness is about what people who shape cities can do to make a city great. A great city is a dynamic, constantly changing place that residents and their leaders can reshape to satisfy their demands. Most importantly, it is about the interplay between people and public realm, and how they have interacted throughout history to create great cities. What Makes a Great City will help readers understand that any city can be changed for the better and inspire entrepreneurs, public officials, and city residents to do it themselves.
Author : Laura Lee Hope
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2023-08-12
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : EAN:8596547520337
"The Bobbsey Twins in a Great City" by Laura Lee Hope. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Author : Joe Berridge
Publisher : Sutherland House Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1999439511
"Cities, more than ever, are the engines of our economies and the ecosystems in which our lives play out. This means that questions about the perfectibility and sustainability of urban life are all the more urgent. Joe Berridge, one of the world's leading urban planners, takes us on an insider's tour of the world's largest and most diverse cities, from New York to London, Shanghai to Singapore, Toronto to Sydney, to examine what is working and not working, what is promising, and what needs to be fixed in the contemporary megalopolis. We meet the people, politicians, and thinkers at the cutting edge of global city making, and share their struggles and successes as they balance the competing priorities of growing their economies, upgrading the urban machinery that keeps a city humming, and protecting, serving, and delighting their citizens. We visit a succession of great urban innovations, stop by many of Joe's favorite restaurants, and leave with a startling view of the magical urban future that awaits us all. "--
Author : David Maraniss
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : History
ISBN : 9781476748399
"As David Maraniss captures it with power and affection, Detroit summed up America's path to music and prosperity that was already past history. It's 1963 and Detroit is on top of the world. The city's leaders are among the most visionary in America. It was the American auto makers' best year; the revolution in music and politics was underway. Reuther's UAW had helped lift the middle class. The time was full of promise. Once in a Great City shows that the shadows of collapse were evident even then. Detroit at its peak was threatened by its own design. It was being abandoned by the new world. Yet so much of what Detroit gave America lasts."--
Author : DK
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2016-09-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780241287392
Journey back in time and take a walk through the historic streets of the world's greatest cities. Great City Maps is the companion title to DK's Great Maps and takes a focused look at over 70 gorgeously illustrated historical maps and plans of cities around the globe. Dive into the detail of each beautiful map and learn about interesting features with visual tours of the maps' highlights - such as the Old London Bridge of London in 1572 and the orchards of Brooklyn in 1767 New York. Cities are centres of civilisation and the way their maps portray them reflects their politics, religion, and culture. See how certain cities, and cartographic techniques, changed over time. More than just a bird's-eye-view, this unputdownable book tells the tales behind the cities from the hubs of ancient peoples to modern mega-cities, and profiles the iconic cartographers and artists who created each map. Perfect for history, geography, and cartography enthusiasts and a stunning gift for armchair explorers of all ages, Great City Maps is your window into the world's most fascinating cities.
Author : James D. McCabe
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 616 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1868
Category : History
ISBN : UOMDLP:afj8144:0001.001
Author : Robert Wright
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 355 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780595381456
This book culminates years of study and research by its writer, Robert Wright. While still a child, Robert, intrigued by discussions held by his parents and family friends as they celebrated the Sabbath hours on Friday evenings and Saturdays, developed a love for Bible prophecy and history. Educated in both public and private Christian schools, Robert has a Masters degree in Educational Psychology. Of his many interests, Bible prophecy is his passion. In this book, the writer examines Seventh-day Adventists beliefs concerning Babylon the Great. He addresses the issues head-on, challenging traditional views, providing alternative perspectives, yet leaving in tact the essential truths espoused by the church regarding the Papacy. The symbols of Revelation 12, 17, and 18 are re-examined as the writer presents evidence that suggests Babylon the Great does not symbolize the Papacy as traditionally taught. This book offers a bible-based defense of what Babylon symbolizes. Most importantly, this book encourages the reader to rely on the Bible as its own expositor, the only source upon which to establish faith as it introduces compelling insights regarding the message of the angel of Revelation 18. The message of this angel, the fourth angel's message, accompanied by the outpouring of the Latter Rain, represents God's final warning to the inhabitants of a planet destined for destruction. Yet at the same time, the message offers hope, a means of escape for all people that heed the Divine invitation to come out of Babylon. To follow up with questions about the contents of this book or its writer, e-mail questions or comments to: [email protected].
Author : Michael Wood
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : History
ISBN : 0520215990
For 3,000 years, tales of Troy and its heroes - Achilles and Hector, Paris and the legendary beauty Helen - have fired the human imagination. With In Search of the Trojan War, Michael Wood brings vividly to life the legend and lore of the Heroic Age in an archaeological adventure that sifts through the myths and speculation to provide a privileged view of the riches and the reality of ancient Troy. This edition includes a new preface, a new final chapter, and an addendum to the bibliography that take account of dramatic new developments in the search for Troy with the rediscovery, in Moscow, of the so-called Jewels of Helen and the re-excavation of the site of Troy which began in 1988 and is yielding new evidence about the historical city.
Author : Joachim Schlör
Publisher : Reaktion Books
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2016-04-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781780236193
This elegantly written book describes the evolving perception and experience of the night in three great European cities: Paris, Berlin, and London. As Joachim Schlör shows, the lighting up of the European city by gas and electricity in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries brought about a new relationship with the night for both those who toiled at work and those who caroused in restaurants, pubs, and cafes. Nights in the Big City explores this change and offers a stirring portrait of the secrets and mysteries a city can hold when the sun goes down. Sifting through countless police and church archives alongside first-hand accounts, Schlör sets out on his own explorations with a head full of histories, exploring the boulevards and side-streets of these three great capitals. Illustrated with haunting and evocative photographs by, among others, Bill Brandt and André Kertész, and filled with contemporary literary references, Nights in the Big City is a milestone in the cultural history of the city.
Author : Peter Hardy
Publisher : Covenant Books, Inc.
Page : 889 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2023-03-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9798886447712
Around 750 BC, the Assyrians put together Papyrus, ink, and the Aramaic language and alphabet to create an empire and a technological revolution, and humanity has been recording itself ever since. In 740, Isaiah, one of the first literate prophets, wrote about a King that would save his country which has carried down to the present day as every generation works out its own salvation in search of the Messiah.
Author : John Julius Norwich
Publisher : Thames & Hudson
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2016-08-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9780500773598
A portrait of world civilization told through the stories of the world's greatest cities from ancient times to the present. Today, for the first time in history, the majority of people in the world live in cities. The implications and challenges associated with this fact are enormous. But how did we get here? From the origins of urbanization in Mesopotamia to the global metropolises of today, great cities have marked the development of human civilization. The Great Cities in History tells their stories, starting with the earliest, from Uruk and Memphis to Jerusalem and Alexandria. Next come the fabulous cities of the first millennium: Damascus and Baghdad, Teotihuacan and Tikal, and Chang’an, capital of Tang Dynasty China. The medieval world saw the rise of powerful cities such as Palermo and Paris in Europe, Benin in Africa, and Angkor in southeast Asia. The last two sections bring us from the early modern world, with Isfahan, Agra, and Amsterdam, to the contemporary city: London and New York, Tokyo and Barcelona, Los Angeles and Sao Paulo. The distinguished contributors, including Jan Morris, Michael D. Coe, Simon Schama, Orlando Figes, Felipe Fernandez-Armesto, Misha Glenny, Susan Toby Evans, and A. N. Wilson, evoke the character of each place—people, art and architecture, government—and explain the reasons for its success.
Author : N. K. Jemisin
Publisher : Orbit
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2020-03-24
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780316509855
Three-time Hugo Award-winning and New York Times bestselling author N.K. Jemisin crafts her most incredible novel yet, a "glorious" story of culture, identity, magic, and myths in contemporary New York City. In Manhattan, a young grad student gets off the train and realizes he doesn't remember who he is, where he's from, or even his own name. But he can sense the beating heart of the city, see its history, and feel its power. In the Bronx, a Lenape gallery director discovers strange graffiti scattered throughout the city, so beautiful and powerful it's as if the paint is literally calling to her. In Brooklyn, a politician and mother finds she can hear the songs of her city, pulsing to the beat of her Louboutin heels. And they're not the only ones. Every great city has a soul. Some are ancient as myths, and others are as new and destructive as children. New York? She's got six. For more from N. K. Jemisin, check out: The Inheritance Trilogy The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms The Broken Kingdoms The Kingdom of Gods The Inheritance Trilogy (omnibus edition) Shades in Shadow: An Inheritance Triptych (e-only short fiction) The Awakened Kingdom (e-only novella) Dreamblood Duology The Killing Moon The Shadowed Sun The Dreamblood Duology (omnibus) The Broken Earth The Fifth Season The Obelisk Gate The Stone Sky How Long 'til Black Future Month? (short story collection) "A glorious fantasy." —Neil Gaiman
Author : Laura Lee Hope
Publisher : BoD - Books on Demand
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2023-07-18
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9791041827299
" The Bobbsey Twins in a Great City is a delightful children's book written by Laura Lee Hope. It is part of the beloved Bobbsey Twins series. In this story, the Bobbsey Twins, Nan, Bert, Flossie, and Freddie, find themselves exploring the bustling streets and sights of a big city. The family has traveled from their hometown of Lakeport to visit their Aunt Emily in the city. As the Twins immerse themselves in the city's vibrant atmosphere, they encounter new and exciting experiences. From visiting museums and landmarks to exploring parks and riding on public transportation, the city becomes their playground. Throughout their adventures, the Bobbsey Twins meet interesting people, make new friends, and learn valuable lessons about city life. They navigate the busy streets, solve intriguing mysteries, and discover the unique charm of the city they are visiting. The book captures the Twins' sense of wonder and curiosity as they discover the city's many attractions. It emphasizes the importance of family, friendship, and teamwork as they face challenges and solve problems together. With its engaging storytelling and relatable characters, The Bobbsey Twins in a Great City offers young readers an exciting journey through the wonders of urban life. It sparks their imagination, encourages exploration, and teaches valuable lessons about diversity, adaptability, and embracing new experiences."
Author : Rob Lloyd Jones
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 140951904X
This title offers a peek inside some of the world's most famous and exciting cities. Illustrations take readers on virtual tours of London, Paris, New York, Venice and more. Flaps reveal extra facts, information and surprises.
