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1) Chile
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"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Chile. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
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Embark on an extraordinary journey through time and myth with our compelling ebook, "Unveiling Kumarikkandam: Legends, Realities, and Mysteries." This meticulously crafted exploration takes you deep into the heart of one of history's most intriguing tales-the enigmatic lost continent of Kumarikkandam. Discover Ancient Realms: Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Tamil literature and mythology, where the mythical land of Kumarikkandam once stood....
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Les Presses De L'université De Montréal
Pub. Date
2022
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Français
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Longtemps confinée aux marges de l'histoire et de la géologie, la géographie s'émancipe au cours du 20 e siècle et prend enfin la place qui lui revient. Mieux, elle devient le pivot autour duquel tournent diverses approches disciplinaires, ce qui permet de rendre compte de questions touchant l'espace et les territoires selon une étonnante cohésion. Dans cet ouvrage, les auteurs soulignent l'importance de la géographie comme discipline pour...
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This cultural and historical geography of Sonora explores the region's dual personality-with modern life existing alongside its colonial past.
A land where some streams ran with gold. A landscape nearly empty of inhabitants in the wake of Apache raids from the north. And a former desert transformed by irrigation into vast fields of wheat and cotton. This was and is the state of Sonora in northwest Mexico.
Robert C. West explores the dual geographic...
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Abhishek Patel
Pub. Date
2024
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Français
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Vous devez avoir entendu des gens dire
que soit le ciel l'avait mangé, soit la terre l'avait avalé.
Mais il existe un endroit sur Terre
où les gens prétendent que cela se produit réellement.
Cet endroit se trouve dans la région ouest
de l'océan Atlantique Nord
, entre l'État de Floride des États-Unis,
l'île de Porto Rico et les Bermudes.
Parce que ces trois éléments
6) A Crash Course on the Filipino Culture for Foreigners: A Fun Way to Learn About the Fascinating Peop
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Traveling to the Philippines in a few weeks? You don't have to worry too much. Culture shock will be pretty minimal compared to visiting other Asian countries. While other Asian countries often give foreigners a hard time adjusting, the Philippines will feel just like home. Well, almost.This book had been written to introduce foreigners to the complex but very fascinating culture of the Filipino people. Having been among Filipinos for 10 years, I...
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This revealing analysis of Medieval cartography and native American travel upends conventional narratives about discovering the New World.
For generations, American schools have taught children that Christopher Columbus discovered America in 1492. But, evidence shows that Leif Erikson set foot on the continent centuries earlier. As debate continues over which explorer deserves the credit, early maps of North America suggest that we may be asking...
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Ma thèse de doctorat concerne les relations entre l'intendant et les villages du département du Doubs de 1750 à 1789. C'est la tutelle du pouvoir royal qui s'exerce sur les communautés villageoises. J'ai exclu de mon travail, les villes et les bourgs.La Franche-Comté à la fin de l'ancien régimeÀ la fin du XVIIe siècle, Louis XIV a annexé la province de Franche-Comté. Elle fut naguère la fierté de Charles Quint, car il détenait le titre,...
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In our rallying cry, 'Making America Great Altogether – Call to Action,' unity takes center stage but with a twist. Instead of pushing for uniformity, we celebrate the vibrant patchwork of perspectives that make up our nation. It's about inclusivity, where every voice, no matter how different, is not just heard but cherished. This is not just a call. It's an invitation to be part of something bigger.This call for unity recognizes that diversity...
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Sociology: A Practical Understanding of Why We Do What We DoYou may have always wondered what drives us human beings to do certain things and think of certain ideas. What exactly makes us tick? For many people, the question may have only popped up in their heads from time to time, though it's not hard to imagine such a question has also led to many a sleepless night as some naturally curious people are very often compelled to wonder. Whether you belong...
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This award-winning science history explores our evolving image of the globe-and how it has shifted our relationship to the world.
Long before we had the ability to photograph the earth from space-to see our planet as it would be seen by the Greek god Apollo-images of the earth as a globe had captured popular imagination. In Apollo's Eye, geographer Denis Cosgrove examines the historical implications for the West of conceiving and representing the...
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Petits Génies
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2022
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Français
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Ce grand livre abondamment illustré présente 73 espèces animales du Québec représentant toutes les catégories: mammifères, oiseaux, reptiles, poissons, mollusques et insectes. On y trouve des informations étonnantes et de magnifiques photos! Vous aimerez:
Un premier livre de référence passionnant pour la maison et l'école.
Des textes accessibles avec des informations justes sur les récentes découvertes.
Une présentation graphique dynamique...
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DK
Pub. Date
2024
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Español
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Una recopilación de los datos e imágenes más increíbles de la naturaleza, la ciencia y la historia del mundo.
¡Sumérgete en este fascinante libro para niños sobre el mundo que nos rodea! Incluye toda la información sobre diferentes aspectos de la vida y del planeta: los mayores récords mundiales, las personas más influyentes de la historia, la tecnología más vanguardista y los animales más asombrosos de la naturaleza.
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¡Sumérgete en este fascinante libro para niños sobre el mundo que nos rodea! Incluye toda la información sobre diferentes aspectos de la vida y del planeta: los mayores récords mundiales, las personas más influyentes de la historia, la tecnología más vanguardista y los animales más asombrosos de la naturaleza.
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14) Borders
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Oxford University Press
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2024
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English
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First published in 2012, Borders: A Very Short Introduction began with the premise that "we live in a very bordered world." The intervening decade has witnessed a flurry of events and developments that continue to highlight the centrality of borders in contemporary domestic and international affairs, as well as the interstices between the two, including sudden surges in migrant and refugees flows; renewed emphasis on traditional border security and...
15) 海战狼烟
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青岛出版社
Pub. Date
2022
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中文（繁體）
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全景式呈现历史海战风云，带你了解海上霸权的激烈纷争，认识海洋战争的残酷无情，体悟海战英雄们浴血奋战的家国情怀，感受海战历史的滚滚硝烟。
16) 凉山纪
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Guangxi Normal University Press Group
Pub. Date
2021
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中文（繁體）
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这是一部徐徐展开的凉山人文地理笔记，也是一部连接历史与现实的凉山人文史和精神史。身为凉山人的作者多年间不断深入彝族聚居区，用图像与文字记录了凉山的季候、山河、植被、风俗，从西昌到金沙江，从毕摩文化到彝人之歌，作者通过刻画个体来放大历史的细节，用极具人文关怀的笔触为我们还原和呈现了全国最大彝族聚居区的完整风貌，弥补了公众对凉山自然地理与人文历史认知的空白，更让我们透过这偏远的地域和古老而独特的文化，加深对广袤中国大地的了解。★
...17) 地球有话说
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河南科学技术出版社
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2013
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中文（繁體）
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本书包括地球、地表景观、资源、星球谜团及陆地、海洋中的迷雾等知识。
18) 名胜目中无时空
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河南科学技术出版社
Pub. Date
2013
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中文（繁體）
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本书介绍了宫殿古建筑、古陵墓、宗教圣地及其他名胜古迹相关内容。
19) 神奇的地理景观
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河南科学技术出版社
Pub. Date
2013
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中文（繁體）
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本书分地理万千篇、山川奇诡篇和华夏谜题篇三部分，介绍各种神奇的地理景观。
20) 世界地理未解之谜大全集
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新世界出版社
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2012
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中文（繁體）
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诡异恐怖的魔鬼城，直伸入海的巨人之路，莫非源自上帝的鬼斧神工？智慧的玛雅人为何将高度发达的文明，在一夜之间遗弃？神秘古地图是用什么技术纵观地球全貌的？金字塔是外星人留在地球的基地吗？所罗门王的宝藏是虚无缥缈的传说还是真实的存在？诡异的北纬30度地带，究竟隐藏着什么样的魔怪......千百年来，这些令人疑惑不解的神秘现象，有的是对广袤宇宙的疑问，有的是对没有文字记载的人类文明遗迹的苦苦思索，有的是对怪异地理现象的叩问，还有对地球上一些神秘地域的解密......无论是人类自身，还是外在世界，人类未知的领域仿佛无处不在。
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