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country edition:UNITED STATES
Genre:Общественно политическая литература (другое) (SPL)
theme:География. Биографии. История
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HARMS, ROBERT
The Diligent : A Voyage Through the Worlds of the Slave Trade / Harms, Robert . – 1st ed. .. – New York : Basic Books, 2002. - 466 p., il., index , notes , appendixes;– (Basic Books. . . – [N. c.] – 978-0-465-02872-6 : 2844 tg.
UDC:
94(100)"17"
Shelf code:
Л 2013/41244
Subject headings
- World history. 18th sentury
Annotation
The author in his book takes a new and original look at the complex workings of the slave trade. The result is an astonishingly detailed look at the voyage of a single ship that sheds new light on the collaborative nature of the slave trade and how it shaped morality, politics and economics on three continents. By combining the detailed story of an expedition with an exploration of the significant personalities and events that were shaping Europe, West Africa and the Caribbean in the early 18th century, this book provides an intimate understanding of a horrifying world
Keywords
slave trade, history of 18th century
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ARDITO, STEFANO
Trekking in the Himalayas : A Guide to the finest routes / Ardito, Stefano ... – New Delhi [etc.] : Lustre Press, 1995. - 167, [1] p., il., index; . . – [N. c.] – не указан : 30 tg.
UDC:
913(235.243)
Shelf code:
У 2013/8240
Subject headings
- Regional geographie. Himalayas
Annotation
The fifteen routes recommended in this guidebook contain the best of walking in the Himalayas, combining detailed illustrations with exceedingly useful advice on what equipment is needed, on when to set out, and on engaging guides, and when they are needed
Keywords
nature of the Asian continent, culture of the Asian continent, athletic experience
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AMBROSE, STEPHEN E.
The Mississippi and the Making of a Nation : from the Louisiana Purchase to today / Ambrose, Stephen E. Brinkley, Douglas G. ... – Washington, D. C. : National Geographic, 2002. - 273 p., il. , index; . – Bibliogr. : p. 267-268 . – [N. c.] – 0-7922-6913-6 (в пер.) : 6036 tg.
UDC:
94(282.272.7)(084.12)
Shelf code:
Р 2013/5956
Subject headings
- River Mississippi history. Photoalbum
Annotation
This book is about the Mississippi River and its history. It is great natural wonder, a priceless treasure bought for a fledgling America by the visionary Thomas Jefferson just 200 years ago
Keywords
history of Mississippi River, history of Mississippi River Valley, history of American West, pioneer life - United States, territorial expansion - United States
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CHERNOW, RON
Titan : The Life of John D. Rockefeller, Sr. / Chernow, Ron . – 2nd ed. .. – New York : Vintage Books, 2004. - 774 p., notes, index; . – Bibliogr . : p.737-749 . – [N. c.] – 1-4000-7730-3, 978-1-4000-7730-4 : 2287 tg.
UDC:
94(73)(092)
Shelf code:
Р 2013/5614
Subject headings
- History of USA. Biographies
Annotation
This book is about an American industrialist and philanthropist. He was the founder of the Standard Oil Company, which dominated the oil industry and was the first great U.S. business trust and he revolutionized the petroleum industry and defined the structure of modern philanthropy
Keywords
financiers - United States, philanthropists - United States, industrialists - United States
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LANDAU, ELAINE
The Transcontinental Railroad / Landau, Elaine ... – New York : Watts library, 2005. - 63 p., ill.;– (Watts Library. . . – 0-531-12326-X : 300 tg.
UDC:
94(73)
Shelf code:
Р 2010/3482
Subject headings
- History of America
Annotation
The joining of the Central Pacific Railroad with the Union Pacific Railroad to create a railway system spanning two coasts is ine of the most significant events in U.S. history
Keywords
pacific railroads, history, history of american railroad
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SCHLAEPFER, GLORIA G.
The Louisiana Purchase / Schlaepfer, Gloria G. ... – New York : Watts library, 2005. - 63 p., ill.;– (Watts Library. . . – 0-531-12300-6 : 300 tg.
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94(73)
Shelf code:
Р 2010/3489
Subject headings
- History of USA
Annotation
Whwn the United States bought more than 500 million acres of land from France in 1803, it gained control of trade on the Missisipi River, vast and fetile farmland, and gateway for the pioneers and homesteaders who would cultivate our countru for years to come
Keywords
history of America, Louisiana Purchase, american historical places, territorial expansion, historical places of USA
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BRIDGES, RUBY
Through My Eyes / Bridges, Ruby ... – New York : Scholastic Press, 1999. - 63 p., ill.; . . – 0-590-54630-9 : 200 tg.
UDC:
94(73)
Shelf code:
У 2010/5418
Subject headings
- History of America
Annotation
Ruby Bridges recounts the story of her involvement, as a six-year-old, in the integration of her school in New Orleans in 1960
Keywords
history of USA, race relations, american people, African Americans, school integration, history
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COLLIER, JAMES LINCOLN
The Eleanor Roosevelt You Never Know / Collier, James Lincoln ... – USA : Scholastic, 2004. - 80 p., index, pictures;– (Collier. . . – 0-516-24425-6 : 350 tg.
UDC:
929
Shelf code:
Р 2010/3466
Subject headings
- Biography
Annotation
It is biographical book, where we can find whole of first lady of USA - Eleanor Roosevelt
Keywords
biography, first ladies, juvenile literature, history, american history, politicians
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HANSON-HARDING, ALEXANDRA
Texas / Hanson-Harding, Alexandra ... – USA, New York. : Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc., 2008. - 80 p. : [59]ill., tables, maps, photos, pictures;– (From Sea to Shining Sea. . – Includes bibliographical references and index . – 978-0-531-18809-5, 0-531-18809-4 : 320 tg.
UDC:
908(73)
Shelf code:
Р 2012/5037
Subject headings
- Complex study of USA
Annotation
Texas is one of the states in the United States called the Southwest. The book tells a reader The book tells a reader about geography, history, people, laws and even recipes of the state
Keywords
american regions, american cities, american culture, culture and customs of USA
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ROOP, PETER
Tales of Famous Americans / Roop, Peter ... – New York : Scholastic Inc., 2007. - 108 p. . . – 978-0-439-64116-6, 0-439-64116-0 : 500 tg.
UDC:
94(73)
Shelf code:
У 2012/6627
Subject headings
- American history
Annotation
A perfect introduction to some of the people who built, challenged our nation. Nales of Famous Americans is sure to delight young readers.
Keywords
celebrities, United States, biography, juvenile literature, tales of American, tales of Famous Americans, American history
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AMBROSE, STEPHEN E.
THE MISSISSIPPI AND THE MAKING OF A NATION (2002)
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COLLIER, JAMES LINCOLN
THE ELEANOR ROOSEVELT YOU NEVER KNOW (2004)
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