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Johns Hopkins University Press Mapping an Atlantic World circa 1500
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewIn this wonderful book, richly detailed yet concise and clear, Dr. Alida Metcalf examines the rapid accumulation of European knowledge about the Atlantic World during roughly the decade on either side of the year 1500.—Neil Kennedy, Global Maritime HistoryIn this wonderful book, richly detailed yet concise and clear, Dr. Alida Metcalf examines the rapid accumulation of European knowledge about the Atlantic World during roughly the decade on either side of the year 1500.The extensive notes and bibliography of maps and images, historical events, and modern sources reflect the depth of the author's study and are rich resources for further investigation.—Gregory McIntosh, University of Lisbon, IMCOS JournalMapping an Atlantic World, Circa 1500 is a light and entertaining read, especially for those who are not familiar with the cartographic history of the Renaissance.—Jörn Seemann, Ball State University, Cartographic PerspectivesThe book is well written, and it is clear that the author has a strong grasp of the material.—Richard Pflederer, author of Finding their Way at Sea and the Commentary, The PortolanTable of ContentsList of Illustrations Acknowledgments A Note to the Reader Introduction Chapter One. The Atlantic Ocean on the Periphery Chapter Two. The Year 1500Chapter Three. ChartmakersChapter Four. From Manuscript to PrintChapter Five. Parrots and TreesChapter Six. The Cannibal SceneConclusionNotesBibliographyIndex
£47.50
National Geographic Society No Dream Is Too High
Book SynopsisBeloved American hero and astronaut Buzz Aldrin reflects on the wisdom, guiding principles, and irreverent anecdotes he's gathered—both in outer space and on earth—through his event-filled life, in this inspiring guide-to-life for the next generation. Everywhere he goes, crowds gather to meet Buzz Aldrin. He is a world-class hero, a larger-than-life figurehead, best known of a generation of astronauts whose achievements surged in just a few years from first man in space to first men on the moon. Now he pauses to reflect and share what he has learned, from the vantage point not only of outer space but also of time: still a non-stop traveler and impassioned advocate for space exploration, Aldrin will be 86 in 2016. No Dream Is Too High whittles down Buzz Aldrin's event-filled life into a short list of principles he values, each illustrated by fascinating anecdotes and memories, such as: · Second comes right after first. NASA protocol should have meant he was first on the moon, but rules changed just before the mission. How he learned to be proud of being the second man on the moon. · Look for opportunities, not obstacles. Buzz was rejected the first time he applied to be an astronaut. Failure is an opportunity to learn to do better. · Always maintain your spirit of adventure. For his 80th birthday, Buzz went diving in the Galapagos and hitched a ride on a whale shark. He stays fit, energetic, and fascinated with life. No Dream Is Too High is a beautiful memento, a thought-provoking set of ideas, and a new opportunity for Buzz Aldrin to connect with the masses of people who recognize his unique place in human history.Trade Review"Aldrin is just as candid about his disappointments, struggles and failures as he is about his extraordinary achievements, and this is what makes his story so appealing." —Washington Post"Famed astronaut Aldrin combines leadership lessons with behind-the-scenes stories from his Apollo 11 moonwalk in this engaging cross between biography and self-help....Everyone, whether a student or a seasoned CEO, will find something to take away from this inspiring work." —Publishers Weekly"Fans of the Apollo space program, readers who admire Aldrin, and those who are just learning about him will all enjoy and benefit from this modest book." —Booklist"Moonwalker Buzz Aldrin has learned a lot over the course of his long, eventful and complicated life, and he's sharing some of the most important lessons in a new book." —Space.com“The astronaut recounts life lessons learned from his historic Apollo 11 moonwalk in 1969 and beyond.” –Kirkus Review“It's an inspirational read that's packed with little-known facts about the Space Race.” –Tech Insider Online“Aldrin uses lessons he learned during his long career in aviation and space exploration to detail the principles that have enabled his personal growth and professional achievements.” –Library Journal
£17.09
DK Scientists Who Changed History
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DK ManMade Wonders of the World
Book SynopsisTrade Review“A feast for the eyes, this informational volume will appeal not only to those interested in architecture, but also politics, economics, history, archaeology, and theology, as well as armchair travelers.” —Library Journal (Starred Review)
£42.50
Arcadia Publishing (SC) Plymouth Railroads Images of Rail
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Arcadia Publishing (SC) Chesapeake Bay Deck Boats
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Arcadia Publishing (SC) The Cheyenne Depot Images of Rail
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Arcadia Publishing (SC) The Rise and Fall of Pennsylvania Station Images
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Arcadia Publishing (SC) Bethlehem Steel
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Arcadia Publishing (SC) Long Island Rail Road
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Arcadia Publishing (SC) Central Illinois Train Depots Images of Rail
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£21.24
Arcadia Publishing (SC) New York Centrals St Lawrence Division 19401960
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Arcadia Publishing (SC) Central Oregon Aviation
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Arcadia Publishing (SC) The Old Spanish Trail Highway in Texas
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Arcadia Publishing (SC) The Toledo Peoria Western Railway
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Arcadia Publishing (SC) Orinda
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History Press Bull Trains to Deadwood Transportation
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History Press Connecticut River Shipbuilding
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£18.69
History Press Smoky Mountain Railways
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History Press Slave Labor on Virginias Blue Ridge Railroad
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History Press Boat Building and Boat Yards of Long Island
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History Press A History of Maine Railroads Transportation
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History Press Montana Highway Tales Curious Characters Historic
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History Press Railroads of the Eastern Shore Transportation
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History Press Wyomings Friendly Skies Training Americas First
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History Press Pullman
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History Press Murder Mayhem on the Texas Rails
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Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Race through the Skies: The Week the World
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Graywolf Press Geek Sublime: The Beauty of Code, the Code of
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£14.40
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Whoosh!: Lonnie Johnson's Super-Soaking Stream of
Book SynopsisAn introduction to the life and creative achievements of NASA engineer and inventor Lonnie Johnson describes his childhood in a house full of siblings, the problem-solving talents that inspired his career and his accidental invention of the Super Soaker.
£15.19
Smithsonian Books History of the Space Shuttle, Volume Two:
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Smithsonian Books Best of the National Air and Space Museum
Book SynopsisExperience the thrill of flying some of the world's most important airplanes and spacecraft. Best of the National Air and Space Museum provides unprecedented access to the most popular museum in the world. The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum hosts an average of seven million visits every year. The Udvar-Hazy Center—three football fields long and ten stories high—receives more than one million visits annually. Best of the National Air and Space Museum features the best of both museums, from the Challenger space shuttle and the Wright flyer to the Spirit of St. Louis and the stealth bomber. Robert Van der Linden, curator of aeronautics, has selected the most important, popular, and just plain impressive aircraft and spacecraft from the collections of both museums to be showcased in this beautiful book. Each page spread includes intriguing facts of the item's design, use, mission, specifications, and dimensions. A must-have for space and aviation buffs.
£999.99
Grolier Club of New York Treasures from the Hispanic Society Library
Book SynopsisExhibiting the full range of the Manuscripts and Rare Books Department of the Hispanic Society of America, Treasures from the Hispanic Society Library, which accompanied the eponymous Grolier Club exhibition, relates the history of Spain and the spread of its language and culture to the Americas through manuscripts and printed books. It also tells the story of Archer M. Huntington, the founder of the Hispanic Society, whose passion for books and Spain led him to form one of the most important collections of Spanish and Hispanic books in the world. Featuring medieval charters, holograph royal letters, sailing charts from the Age of Exploration, letters patent of nobility, manuscript Bibles, books of hours, indigenous manuscripts from the Americas, as well as historical, scientific, and literary manuscripts, this lively volume provides a visual guide to the history of Spain and Latin America.Table of ContentsForeword • Szilvia Szmuk -TanenbaumArcher M. Huntington and the Creation of the Library ofThe Hispanic Society of America • John O’NeillMedieval ManuscriptsSpanish and Portuguese IncunabulaSpain of the Three Cultures15th to 17th-Century Cartas Ejecutorias/Letters PatentEjecutorias BindingsEjecutorias IlluminationsHapsburg Spain: Charles V to Philip IVNavigating the GlobeGolden Age LiteratureAmerican Incunabula and Early Imprints16th-Century Mexican Indigenous Manuscripts17th-Century New SpainIndia, China, and the Philippines, 1600–1800From the New Philippines to TexasWorks CitedList of Authors
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History Press (SC) A History of Chicagos OHare Airport
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Bloomsbury USA The Victorian Internet: The Remarkable Story of
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£15.30
Fonthill Media LLc Union Pacific Railroad Heritage
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America Through Time Railroads of Delmarva: A Pictorial History
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Fonthill Media LLc New Jersey's Trolley Heritage
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America Through Time Abandoned Railroads of Delmarva
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America Through Time Junkyard Nights: Haunting Norcal's Automotive
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America Through Time West Chester Railroad
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America Through Time Tracking Rocky Mountain Railroad Club Excursions
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America Through Time The Norfolk Southern Christiansburg District: A
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£23.19
Publications International, Ltd. Corvette: 70th Anniversary
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£28.48
Publications International, Ltd. Muscle Cars: High-Power, High-Performance
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£999.99
America Through Time Buffalo Railroads Through Time
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£20.39
Moon City Press Technozarks: Essays in Technology, Regional
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£999.99
Four Courts Press Ltd The early residential buildings of Trinity
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