From Siberian Prisoner to Dinosaur Egg Detective: The Epic Odyssey of Karl Hirsch, Martin Lockley
Автор: Dennis-Bryan Kim, Hodgson Nicola, Lockley Neil Название: Signs & Symbols ISBN: 0756633931 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780756633936 Издательство: Random House (USA) Цена: 2574.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Why is a flag at half-mast a symbol of mourning? Why do brides in the West traditionally wear white, while Asian cultures associate this color with death? Discover answers to these and other mystifying questions in Signs & Symbols, a fully-illustrated guide that helps unlock the secret language of the signs, symbols, and traditions around us. A rich source of information for readers of all ages, this book is divided into two sections--first looking at major sources of symbols (basic shapes, colors and numbers, the natural world), then placing symbols in context of mythologies and religions, the human life cycle, people and culture, and symbol systems. Clear cross-referencing illuminates connections between symbols, while beautiful artwork and photography make this a collector's edition to treasure.
The inspiring story of the man who doggedly sought the secrets hidden within dinosaur eggs. From Siberian Prisoner to Dinosaur Egg Detective explores the fascinating story of Karl Franz Hirsch (1921–1996). After serving in the German army in WWII, being wounded and captured by the Soviets in Danzig and then sent to a prisoner of war camp in Siberia, Hirsch went on to become one of the world's leading experts on fossil eggs. After starting a new life in Colorado, Hirsch became an avid fossil hunter and one day discovered by accident a dinosaur egg. Armed with curiosity and a microscope, he began to study it. In 1979, at the age of 58, Hirsch published his first scientific paper on fossil eggs. Hirsch went on to write dozens of influential technical papers and collaborate with professional paleontologists at the University of Colorado Boulder and elsewhere. At his death, his immense research collection consisted of 35,000 photographs, 20,000 pages of notes, and 3000 fossil egg specimens. From Siberian Prisoner to Dinosaur Egg Detective presents Hirsch's inspiring life story, demonstrating how brilliance and determination are key ingredients in the advancement of scientific understanding.
Описание: Toward a More Perfect Union is an extraordinary book of husband-and-wife letters written during the Civil War, selected from the Frederic E. Lockley Collection at the Huntington Library in San Marino, California. Appearing here are 162 letters exchanged between Frederic Lockley and his wife Elizabeth, chosen from 405 letters preserved in the collection.
The survival of such two-way exchanges is rare. Few soldiers in the field had the opportunity to save letters from home. The Lockleys’ selected letters narrate a chronological three-year story, from 1862 to 1865. When Frederic enlisted at thirty-seven, he and Elizabeth promised each other they would write twice a week and, for the most part, they did. These are not average letters. A published author, Frederic was remarkably insightful and articulate and Elizabeth was literate and expressive as well.
Although primarily a love story set during the Civil War, Toward a More Perfect Union also offers ample military material, some not well represented elsewhere in Civil War literature. Frederic wrote of life in garrison duty in defense of Washington, manning the siege lines at Petersburg, and guarding Union parolees and Confederate prisoners of war. But his letters also show strong ties to home and his need for those ties in order to maintain his own mental and emotional equilibrium in the face of the horrors of war.
Elizabeth’s letters reflect an urban setting and the perspective of a young, recently married woman who spent much of her time parenting three young children from Frederic’s first marriage. In fact, children and parenting assume a theme in Fred and Lizzie’s correspondence almost as constant and consequential as the war itself.
Providing background and framework for these exceptional letters, editor Charles E. Rankin’s introduction and contextualization create a continuous narrative that allows readers to follow these correspondents through a time critical to their marriage and to our nation’s history.
Автор: Lockley Fred Название: Oregon`s Yesterdays ISBN: 1258824116 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781258824112 Издательство: Неизвестно Цена: 6796.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Автор: Savile Steven, Lockley Steve Название: Solomon`s Seal ISBN: 1911390147 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781911390145 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 1786.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Charts the dynamic field of lawyer professional liability. With reference to recent cases and statutory developments, the book covers prominent causes of action, the role of experts in malpractice litigation, theories of liability to nonclients, affirmative defenses, damages, and fee forfeiture. The book also explores the vicarious liability of lawyers and law firms, and conflicts of interest.
Описание: "A readable, compassionate account of an extraordinary life." --The Washington Post
The remarkable life of history's first foreign-born samurai, and his astonishing journey from Northeast Africa to the heights of Japanese society.
Warrior. Samurai. Legend.
When Yasuke arrived in Japan in the late 1500s, he had already traversed much of the known world. Kidnapped as a child in Northeast Africa, he served as a bodyguard to the head of the Jesuits in Asia, traveling to India and China, and eventually arriving in Japan, where everything would change.
Most Japanese people had never seen an African man before. Some believed he was a god. Others saw him as the black-skinned Buddha.
Among those drawn to him was Lord Nobunaga, head of the most powerful clan in Japan, who made Yasuke a samurai in his court. Soon, Yasuke was learning the traditions of martial arts and ascending the upper echelons of Japanese society, where he would live on to become a legend for the centuries to come.
Автор: Lockley, Thomas,Girard, Geoffrey Название: Yasuke ISBN: 0751571598 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780751571592 Издательство: Little Brown Рейтинг: Цена: 2275.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: A riveting story about one of history`s most enigmatic warriors.
Автор: Lockley-Ault Gary Название: Siberian Cinema ISBN: 1291679367 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781291679366 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 1234.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Darkly comic and sadly tragic, Siberian Cinema sees one man travel from the streets of England to Far Eastern Russia in search of the purpose of his existence. Along the way he`ll meet a talking spleen, the beautiful Sofia and The sinister Mr Edgewick, all guiding him towards a terrible truth and perhaps some hope.
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