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Genre:Общественно политическая литература (другое) (SPL)
theme:География. Биографии. История
language:English
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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.
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94(100)"17"
Shelf code:
Л 2013/41244
Subject headings
- World history. 18th sentury
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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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MUHAMMAD ILYAS BHATTI
Taxila : An ancient metropolis of Gandhara : Pakistan's Glorious Heritage / Muhammad Ilyas Bhatti . – 2nd ed. .. – Islamabad : Khursheed Printers, 2001. - 82, [8] p., il.; . . – [N. c.] – 969-8570-01-2 : 15 tg.
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930.5(549.1)
Shelf code:
Р 2013/5894
Subject headings
- Pakistani history of culture
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The present book is an amble attemt to introduce Taxila and Gandhara art to the tourists and the general public who come to Taxila and understands for themselves the great heritage of Gandhara. The book is profusely illustrated with master pieces of Art and other excavated material in order to make the text easily understandable
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archaeological sites, sculptures of Pakistan, buddhist art
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TEEPU MAHABAT KHAN
The Land of Khyber / Teepu Mahabat Khan ... – Lahore : Sang-e-Meel Publications, 2005. - 183, [1] p., il., appendixes, index; . – Bibliogr. : p. 184 . – [N. c.] – 969-35-1752-0 (в пер.) : 40 tg.
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94(549.1)
Shelf code:
У 2013/8250
Subject headings
- Pakistani history
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This book is an important document, which not only chronicles the history and events of Khyber, it is also an enjoyable account of the social fabric of this area. It is an eclectic composition of nearly every aspect of Khyber Agency and a reference for important information related to many areas of interest
Keywords
Pakistani administrative units' economy, Pakistani history, Pakistani tribes
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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.
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913(235.243)
Shelf code:
У 2013/8240
Subject headings
- Regional geographie. Himalayas
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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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BERTS, JEAN-MICHEL
The Light of New York / Berts, Jean-Michel ... – New York : Assouline Publishing, 2007. - 131 p., il.; . . – [N. c.] – 978-2-75940-174-1 (в пер.) : 9808 tg.
UDC:
908(734.7-25)(084.12)
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У 2013/8282
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- Regional ethnography of New York. Photoalbum
Annotation
The Light of New York, a stunning photographic essay by Jean-Michel Berts, features black-and-white photographs taken before sunrise and after sundown. 128 pages, 70 images
Keywords
cities of the world, art of photography, american cities
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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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RASHID SALMAN
The Apricot to Yarkand [Text] / S. Rashid ... – Lahore-Pakistan : Sang-e-Meel Publications, 2011. - 203 p., ill, photos; . . – [no copies] – 978-969-35-2371-7, 978-969-35-2371-3 (HC) : 350 tg.
UDC:
908(549.1)
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У 2012/6689
Subject headings
- Comprehensive study of Pakistan
Annotation
Is there anything more beguiling than a true tale of high adventure well told? Stories about places like Pakistan and China sides of Muztang Pass, braving difficult odds under overwhelming conditions in far flung locales, relating to people of Pakistan and Chinese Turkistan who had been in the area centuries ago, can keep anyone glued to The Apricot Road to Yarkand by Salman Rashid. The Apricot Road to Yarkand is a spellbinding tale of journey from Shigar Valley to Yarkand in the North, over the glaciated Muztagh Pass by Salman Rashid. Salman is Pakistan foremost travel writer. His passion for writing is matched by his passion for photography
Keywords
history of Pakistan, geographical researches, landscape of Pakistan
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HOLZER, JERZY
Dwa stulecia Polski i Europy : Teksty pisane w rosnych porach wieku / Holzer, Jerzy ... – Poznan : Wydawnictwo Poznanskiego towarzystwa przyjaciol nauk, 2004. - 521 c. . . – 83-7063-392-7 : 600 tg.
UDC:
94(438)
Shelf code:
Р 2010/2727
Subject headings
- Historia Polski
Keywords
historia Polski
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CHOI JUNG-WHA
This is Korea [Text] : All you ever wanted to know about Korea / Choi Jung-wha Lim Hyang-ok ... – Seoul : Hollym, 2011. - 198 p., ill.; . . – [n. c.] – 978-1-56591-299-1 : 30 tg.
UDC:
908(519)
Shelf code:
Л 2013/40209
Subject headings
- Сomprehensive study of Korea
Annotation
This book is about Korea - some about Korea in general, others about specific aspects of Korean culture such as its food (kimchi is the favorite), temples or even hanbok and this book gives the reader a true understanding of the Korean psyche
Keywords
culture and traditions, history of Korea, korean kitchen, spots and places, korean art
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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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AMBROSE, STEPHEN E.
THE MISSISSIPPI AND THE MAKING OF A NATION (2002)
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