Introduction to the World's Major Religions

Introduction to the World's Major Religions: Buddhism, Vol. 3

Religion & Spirituality

John M. Thompson

Religious Studies

Greenwood

The Russian Revolution of 1917 profoundly affected the recent history of the world. Its impact has been felt in every corner of the globe. People, ideas, and events have all been touched by it. This thought-provoking book not only offers a short, clear narrative of what happened in 1917, but also analyzes and discusses the whys of the revolution. Within bounds of reasonable speculation, the author raises interpretive questions about the events of 1917 in an effort to stimulate the interest and thinking of readers.

Revolutionary Russia, 1917

Scribner

driving guides to America Florida and Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Tours and planned itineraries.

National Geographic Driving Guide to America: Florida

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Food, Lodging & Transportation

National Geographic Society

Highlighted by scores of breathtaking photographs, America's Western Edge travels from the Mexican border to Canada, visiting points of interest and listening to locals all the way. A wonderful, colorful mix of history, culture, and natural splendor, America's Western Edge is at once an armchair traveler's dream, a priceless resource for anyone planning to visit, and an unforgettable vivid and inviting celebration of our Pacific coast in all its astonishing diversity.

America's Western Edge

United States

Natl Geographic Society

This wonderfully readable and magnificently illustrated book tells the stirring tale of America's origins, from rumblings of rebellion in the 1760s to the selection of eorge Washington as President in 1789. The Revlutionary War is a vivid history of battles lost and won, as well as a chronicle of ideas and idealists, men and women from all walks of colonial life in a violent struggle for freedom that would create a nation unlike any the world had ever seen. In eight concise and comprehensive chapters, author John Thompson explains why the 13 colonies rebelled, then traces the seven years of military moves and countermoves that led to an independent United States. He shows how Britain's Stamp Act provoked the Boston Massacre and the legendary Tea Party, then relates how event in Lexington and concord sparked genuine war. Here are all the theaters of battle, from Bunker HIll to trenton, Saratoga to Yorktown; all the exciting scenes from the ill-fated American attack on Quebec to vicious sieges, both British and American, on the key port cities of Charleston and Savannah. Here, too,a re biographical sidebars on famous (and infamous) fgures-George III, Benedict Arnold, Nathanael Greene, Gentleman Johnny Burgoynem Francis Marion, James Armistead Lafayette-along with illustrated mini-essays on ideas and accomplishments significant during the Revolutinary era, such as the influence of Enlghtenment philosophy, the power of the press, and earthworkds engineering. enhanced by period illustratins, evocative paintings, and archival maps, as well as by the contemporary cartography and photography that readers count on from National Geographic.

The Revolutionary War

History

Americas

National Geographic

New York: National Geographic Society, 2004

Wildlands of the Upper South

Ready for fun and adventure? Then join us in our magic tree house, where imagination takes flight as we blast off on the trip of a lifetime. Just Imagine soaring in a supersonic jet, riding on a dolphin, sailing the seven seas, or exploring a deep, dark swamp. How about painting a rainbow, hosting a garden party for all our animal friends, or boarding a rocket ship bound for the moon? Who knows what might happen and what we'll become as we set our minds free. After all, anything is possible when we Just Imagine. This oversized, lavishly illustrated book offers delightful surprises for readers of all ages. Wodin s inspiring paintings will be treasured for generations to come.

Just Imagine

George M. Schultz

Children's Books

Illumination Arts Publishing Company

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