Legendary Cities
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Atlas Of Lost Cities
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Author : Brenda Rosen
language : en
Publisher: Godsfield
Release Date : 2006-08-01
Atlas Of Lost Cities written by Brenda Rosen and has been published by Godsfield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-08-01 with History categories.
Some of the most extraordinary ancient cities that have been abandoned, forgotten, or hidden by time are now revealed in their full splendor. Examining the role of natural and man-made disasters, rulers and their hostile neighbors, and the fate of cities built to celebrate religious beliefs, this fascinating volume features stunning photography of major archaeological sites and recently discovered cities. Detailed reconstructions and maps trace the lost beauty and ancient wisdom embodied in the Borobodur in Java, Aphrodisias in Turkey, and Niya in Central Asia. An illuminating and thought-provoking work that builds on the recent success of numerous bestsellers about how and why ancient civilizations fail, it will prove an invaluable reference.
Legendary Cities
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Author : Barnaby Whitmore
language : en
Publisher: Bookademy
Release Date :
Legendary Cities written by Barnaby Whitmore and has been published by Bookademy this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with History categories.
Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of history with "Legendary Cities - Lost Cities of the Ancient World." Delve into the mysteries and marvels of ancient civilizations as you explore legendary cities such as Atlantis, Pompeii, Petra, Machu Picchu, and Babylon. From the enigmatic ruins of lost empires to the architectural wonders of antiquity, this book unveils the secrets and stories behind these fabled cities, offering insight into their rise, fall, and enduring legacies. Meticulously researched, "Legendary Cities" is a fascinating exploration of humanity's ancient past, perfect for history enthusiasts and armchair travelers alike.
Louisa Stuart Costello
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Author : Clare Broome Saunders
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2016-01-12
Louisa Stuart Costello written by Clare Broome Saunders and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-01-12 with Literary Criticism categories.
Louisa Stuart Costello (1799-1870) was a critically acclaimed poet, novelist, travel writer, historian, and artist. Here, Broom Saunders provides a wealth of extracts from her diverse writings, a rich source of information about the pioneering career of a professional woman writer, and insight into a nineteenth-century writing life.
The Atlas Of Legendary Places
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Author : James Harpur
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1997
The Atlas Of Legendary Places written by James Harpur and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997 with Extinct cities categories.
Atlantis And Other Lost Cities
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Author : Rob Shone
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006
Atlantis And Other Lost Cities written by Rob Shone and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Atlantis (Legendary place) categories.
Examines the history of such legendary places as Atlantis and El Dorado and the voyages undertaken throughout the centuries in search of these and other mythical places.
Cities And Wetlands
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Author : Rod Giblett
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2016-08-11
Cities And Wetlands written by Rod Giblett and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-08-11 with Literary Criticism categories.
This book is available as open access through the Bloomsbury Open Access programme and is available on www.bloomsburycollections.com. From New Orleans to New York, from London to Paris to Venice, many of the world's great cities were built on wetlands and swamps. Cities and Wetlands is the first book to explore the literary and cultural histories of these cities and their relationships to their environments and buried histories. Developing a ground-breaking new mode of psychoanalytic ecology and surveying a wide range of major cities in North America and Europe, ecocritic and activist Rod Giblett shows how the wetland origins of these cities haunt their later literature and culture and might prompt us to reconsider the relationship between human culture and the environment. Cities covered include: Berlin, Boston, Chicago, Hamburg, London, New Orleans, New York, Paris, St. Petersburg, Toronto, Venice and Washington.
Pivot Cities In The Rise And Fall Of Civilizations
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Author : Ahmet Davutoğlu
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2021-09-30
Pivot Cities In The Rise And Fall Of Civilizations written by Ahmet Davutoğlu and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-09-30 with Political Science categories.
Based on the author’s long experience in academic life and the public realm, especially in foreign policy, this book argues that a single categoric classification of cities is inadequate, and that cities have had different and varied impacts and positions throughout the history of civilization. The author examines how the formation, transformation, destruction or reestablishment of many civilizational cities reveals a clearer picture of the cornerstones of the course of human history. These cities, which play a decisive and pivotal role in the direction of the flow of history as well as providing us with a compass to guide our efforts to understand and interpret this flow, are conceptualized by the author as civilizations’ "pivot cities". This innovative book explores the role of great cities in political historical change, presenting an alternative view of these pivot cities from a culturalist perspective. Within this framework, the role played by pivot cities in the history of civilization may be considered under seven distinct headings: pioneering cities which founded civilizations; cities which were founded by civilizations; cities which were transplanted during the formation of civilizations; "ghost cities" which lost their importance through shifts in political power and civilizational transformation; "lost cities" which were destroyed by civilizations; cities on lines of geocultural/geoeconomic interaction; and cities which combine, transform or are transformed by different civilizations. The author’s concept of pivot cities explores the interplay between vital cities and civilizations, which bears on the future of globalization at a time of instability, as projected continuing de-Westernization becomes a theme in studies of global history. This book provides highly productive discussions relevant to the literature on city-civilization relationships and the historicity of pivot cities. Its clear language, rich content, deep and original perspective, interdisciplinary approach and rich bibliography will ensure that it appeals to students and scholars in a variety of disciplines, including cultural studies, political science, comparative urban studies, anthropology, history and civilizational studies.
Imaginary Cities Of Gold
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Author : Peter O. Koch
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2009-04-22
Imaginary Cities Of Gold written by Peter O. Koch and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-04-22 with History categories.
Spanish conquistadors attempted to conquer the New World nearly a century before the English colonists established a permanent settlement at Jamestown. This book examines the unsuccessful elements of Spain's attempt at expanding its empire in the Americas, focusing particularly on the misadventures of three conquistadors. Part One tells the story of Cabeza de Vaca who, along with three other survivors of the ill-fated Panfilo de Narvaez expedition to Florida, spent nearly eight years among the various tribes that wandered across Texas, New Mexico, and northern Mexico before finding his way back to civilization. Their tales of lands rich with earthly delights served as inspiration for two epic but failed expeditions that make up the second and third parts of the book: Francisco de Coronado's quest to find the golden cities of Cibola and Hernando de Soto's efforts to find the rich kingdoms of Florida.
Atlas Of Lost Cities
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Author : Aude de Tocqueville
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2016-04-05
Atlas Of Lost Cities written by Aude de Tocqueville and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-04-05 with Travel categories.
Explore more than forty forsaken urban destinations around the world in a "highly entertaining read . . . for history buffs, mystery fanatics and travel junkies alike" (GoNomad). Cities are mortal, but the traces they leave behind tell a fascinating story. In Atlas of Lost Cities, an accomplished travel writer reveals the rise and fall of notable places, each pithy portrait illuminated by a vintage map that puts armchair explorers right in the scene. Wander with care through: Ancient and legendary places like Pompeii, Teotihuacá and Angkor Contemporary wonders like Centralia, a nearly abandoned Pennsylvania town consumed by unquenchable underground fire Eerie planned communities like Nova Citas de Kilamba in Angola, where housing, schools, and stores were built for 500,000 people who never came Epecuen, a tourist town in Argentina that was swallowed by water With each map are fantastical illustrations that help the reader envision these hubs as they were in their prime. A perfect gift for the traveler who believes he or she has seen it all.
American Mythology
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Author : Don Nardo
language : en
Publisher: Greenhaven Publishing LLC
Release Date : 2012-12-28
American Mythology written by Don Nardo and has been published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-28 with Young Adult Nonfiction categories.
This volume explores some of the popular myths of the modern United States and discusses their role in the culture and the values they reflect. Readers are introduced to American frontier heroes, both real and imaginary, such as Davy Crockett and Paul Bunyon. The book covers details about legendary ghost ships, haunted houses, pirate treasure, monsters, and lost cities, and relates these stories to the experiences and values of American culture.