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Collins Complete Woodworker’s Manual
AvAlbert Jackson,David Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2005
4,8 utav 5 stjärnor. Totalt antal röster:(4)
431 kr
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A revised, redesigned and updated edition of the definitive and bestselling woodworker’s bible.Authoritative, superbly crafted and easy to use, Collins Complete Woodworker's Manual is the UK bestseller and the one book every woodworker needs.This revised edition has been extensively rewritten and contains new photographs and illustrations. It includes new products and techniques developed since the last edition, as well as updated trees’ conservation status.Every stage in crafting furniture and other decorative pieces are fully explained starting with the basics; the nature of wood, the tools required and setting up a workshop. The book then examines the principles of three-dimensional design from inspiration to construction.Step-by-step illustrations demonstrate how to make every type of joint and all the major crafts are given detailed coverage with the same step-by-step approach: bending wood, veneering and marquetry, woodcarving and finishing.The book also includes a chapter on using other materials, such as metal, glass and leather in combination with wood, plus a chapter on fixings and fittings.
The Illustrated World of Tolkien
AvDavid Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2019
338 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
The Complete Manual of Woodworking
AvAlbert Jackson,David Day
Häftad, Engelska, 1996
359 kr
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Designed to instruct and inspire every woodworker from the beginner to the most exacting expert, this authoritative guide is a must-have classic in the world of woodworking. With more than 1,800 drawings, diagrams and photos, The Complete Manual of Woodworking encompasses the whole art and craft of woodworking. Includes a discussion of all the principal hardwoods and softwoods, how to choose and use hand tools, detailed information on every woodworking technique--jointing, bonding, fastening, laminating, and much more.
Dictionary of Tolkien
An A-Z Guide to the Creatures, Plants, Events and Places of Tolkien''s World
AvDavid Day
E-bok
Engelska, 2015
38 kr
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Arranged in a handy A-Z format, A Dictionary of Tolkien explores and explains the creatures, plants, events and places that make up these strange and wonderful lands. It is essential reading for anyone who loves Tolkien''s works and wants to learn more about them. This book is unofficial and is not authorised by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Dictionary of Tolkien
An A-Z Guide to the Creatures, Plants, Events and Places of Tolkien's World
AvDavid Day
Häftad, Engelska, 2014
4,0 utav 5 stjärnor. Totalt antal röster:(2)
217 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Arranged in a handy A-Z format, A Dictionary of Tolkien explores and explains the creatures, plants, events and places that make up these strange and wonderful lands. It is essential reading for anyone who loves Tolkien's works and wants to learn more about them. This book is unofficial and is not authorised by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Atlas of Tolkien
DELUXE EDITION An Illustrated Exploration of Tolkien's World
AvDavid Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2024
315 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
This deluxe edition of David Day's hugely popular The Atlas of Tolkien is a handsome hardback with an embossed and foiled cover, gilt edges and ribbon marker. Published in a larger format, this edition features some all-new artwork and charts alongside the familiar, exquisite maps, sketches and paintings from a host of brilliant artists.This colour atlas is a complete guide to the weird and wonderful geography of Tolkien's world and it charts the shaping of Arda from its creation, and the events in the annals of Middle-earth. It is the perfect companion to A Dictionary of Tolkien, and the perfect gift for fans of Tolkien's world.Contents include:- The Creation of Arda- The Undying Lands- Middle-earth- Beleriand Kingdoms in the First Age- Númenórean Empire in the Second Age- Dúnedain Kingdoms in the Third Age- The Fourth AgeAlso available in the series: A Dictionary of Tolkien and The Ring Legends of TolkienThis book has not been prepared, authorized, licensed or endorsed by J. R. R. Tolkien's heirs or estate, nor by any of the publishers or distributors of the book The Lord of the Rings or any other work written by J. R. R. Tolkien, nor anyone involved in the creation, production or distribution of the films based on the book.
Ring Legends of Tolkien
An Illustrated Exploration of Rings in Tolkien's World, and the Sources that Inspired his Work from Myth, Literature and History
AvDavid Day
Häftad, Engelska, 2020
217 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
The perfect Father's Day giftTolkien's One Ring, at the centre of one of the greatest fantasy tales ever told, is an undeniably iconic and powerful symbol in literature. Tracing centuries of ancient folklore, The Ring Legends of Tolkien is a deep and highly informed investigation into the inspiration behind Tolkien's epic fantasy world, exploring the origins of the One Ring, as well as the extraordinary myths and legends that inspired Tolkien's works.This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Collins Complete DIY Manual
AvAlbert Jackson,David Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2011
392 kr
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Collins Complete DIY Manual has sold over 3 million copies and is the most comprehensive and authoritative DIY manual ever produced.For novices, DIY enthusiasts or professionals, this essential book continues to be the most in-depth, up-to-date and user-friendly DIY book on the market, covering everything from decorating and repairs to electricity, plumbing and much more.This fully updated version features an even more accessible design to help you navigate easily through the info, and thousands of new photographs and illustrations to make sure you get your job done quickly and safely. There have been many changes to regulations in recent years, particularly in electricity (the new Part P legislation and changes to cable colours) – the Manual not only lists but also clearly explains these new regs and helps you work with them.And as we all become much more conscious of the environmental impact our homes have, new material on energy-saving DIY is essential reading for any householder – saving you money too in the process.
Atlas of Tolkien Deluxe Edition - Tolkien Reference Book for All Ages, Illustrated Lord of the Rings Guide, Maps of Middle-Earth
AvDavid Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2024
289 kr
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A Dictionary of Tolkien Deluxe Edition
AvDavid Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2025
289 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
Dive into the fantastical world and vocabulary of J. R. R. Tolkien with this deluxe edition that will stand out on your bookshelf.J. R. R. Tolkien created characters and a world so unique and so rich with details that they warranted a whole new vocabulary to go with them. On these pages, you’ll find a chronology of Tolkien’s life, along with a short biography and an explanation of his writings. Then you can flip through the illustrated dictionary to discover terms like Aglarond (the great caverns beneath Helm’s Deep) or the Black Riders and the mystery surrounding them, among many others. This deluxe hardcover edition features an embossed and foil-stamped cover, plus gilded edges to make it a handsome addition to your home library.This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Atlas of Tolkien
An Illustrated Exploration of Tolkien's World
AvDavid Day
Häftad, Engelska, 2015
4,5 utav 5 stjärnor. Totalt antal röster:(2)
210 kr
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This lavish, colour atlas is a complete guide to the weird and wonderful geography of Tolkien's world. Packed with full page maps and illustrations of events in the annals of Middle-earth, it is the perfect companion to the bestselling A Dictionary of Tolkien. This book is unofficial and is not authorised by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
An Encyclopedia of Tolkien
The History and Mythology That Inspired Tolkien's World
AvDavid Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2019
4,0 utav 5 stjärnor. Totalt antal röster:(1)
337 kr
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A comprehensive, illustrated guide to the history, lands, and inhabitants of Middle-earth.The fantasy world of J. R. R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth contains a rich assortment of people, cities, and creatures—as well as a deep, intertwined history that spans thousands of years. In this beautifully illustrated, leather-bound volume, best-selling author and Tolkien scholar David Day presents four decades of research and writing on the lands and inhabitants of Middle-earth. Sections of this A-to-Z dictionary are devoted to discussion of the battles, history, beasts, and heroes of Tolkien’s stories, and are accompanied by black-and-white illustrations. This comprehensive volume on Tolkien’s world also includes an appendix of three primary legends that served as sources for Tolkien’s creations—the Volsunga saga, the Nibelungenlied, and Richard Wagner’s Ring Cycle—and more than 200 black-and-white illustrations.This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Illustrated World of Tolkien: The Second Age
AvDavid Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2023
337 kr
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Go on a beautifully illustrated journey through the Second Age of Middle-earth’s history.The Second Age has long been a “dark age” for readers of J. R. R. Tolkien, as none of his fiction provides an all-encompassing narrative of the events of that 3,500-year period of Middle-earth’s history. Only through the efforts of Tolkien’s son Christopher has the public been able to appreciate the full grandeur of the Second Age, which is revealed in Tolkien’s meticulous notes and unfinished works. The Second Age is made up of two great narrative channels: on the one hand the rise and cataclysmic downfall of the island kingdom of Númenor and its aftermath, and on the other the forging of the Rings of Power and the rise of the new dark lord, Sauron. Illustrated World of Tolkien: The Second Age includes more than 120 illustrations depicting the characters and events of this period—along with insightful commentary from renowned Tolkien scholar David Day—making it an essential addition to the library of every Lord of the Rings fan.This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Ring Legends of Tolkien Deluxe Edition
AvDavid Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2025
289 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
The most popular legends about the Rings of Power are discussed in detail in this deluxe edition that will hold a special place on your bookshelf.The history of J. R. R. Tolkien's fictional world of Middle-earth is filled with an ongoing struggle between good and evil, centered on a set of rings forged by Elves and an evil sorcerer. The Ring Legends of Tolkien Deluxe recounts stories and conflicts surrounding the Rings of Power. Insightful commentary by Tolkien scholar David Day discusses how people, tactics, and weapons were used to obtain and control the rings, and how the legends of Middle-earth relate to the real-world mythology on which Tolkien based his famous literary creation. Maps and full-color illustrations help bring this rich universe to life, making it an invaluable reference book for Tolkien fans of all ages. This deluxe hardcover edition features an embossed and foil-stamped cover, plus gilded edges to make it a handsome addition to your home library.This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Antarctica
What Everyone Needs to Know®
AvDavid Day
Häftad, Engelska, 2019
196 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Part of the What Everyone Needs to Know® series, David Day's book on Antarctica examines the most forbidding and formidably inaccessible continent on Earth. Antarctica was first discovered by European explorers in 1820, and for over a century following this, countries competed for the frozen land's vast marine resources--namely, the skins and oil of seals and whales. Soon the entire territory played host to competing claims by rival nations. The Antarctic Treaty of 1959 was meant to end this contention, but countries have found other means of extending control over the land, with scientific bases establishing at least symbolic claims. Exploration and drilling by the United States, Great Britain, Russia, Japan, and others has led to discoveries about the world's climate in centuries past--and in the process intimations of its alarming future.Delving into the history of the continent, Antarctic wildlife, arguments over governance, underwater mountain rangers, and the continent's use in predicting coming global change, Day's work sheds new light on a territory that, despite being the coldest, driest, and windiest continent in the world, will continue to be the object of intense speculation and competition.
Dictionary of Tolkien
DELUXE EDITION An A-Z Guide to the Creatures, Plants, Events and Places of Tolkien's World
AvDavid Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2024
315 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
This deluxe edition of David Day's hugely popular A Dictionary of Tolkien is a handsome hardback with an embossed and foiled cover, gilt edges and ribbon marker. Published in a larger format, this edition features some all-new artwork in full colour alongside the familiar illustrations, sketches and paintings from a host of brilliant artists.Arranged in a handy A-Z format, A Dictionary of Tolkien explores and explains the creatures, plants, events and places that make up these strange and spellbinding lands.Packed with stunning artwork, it is essential reading for anyone who loves Tolkien's works, Tolkien's world and the imaginative brilliance his vision inspired.It is the perfect companion to A Dictionary of Tolkien, and the perfect gift for fans of Tolkien's world.Content includes:- Amon Lhaw, Balrogs, Celeborn, Dagorlad and Éomer- Fëanor, Galadriel, Húrin, Ingwë and Khazâd- Lake Men, Maiar, Nazgûl, Oliphaunts and Pelargir- Quendi, Radagast, Sauron, Trolls and Uruks- Valar, Wainriders, Yavanna and Zirak-zigilAlso available in the series: An Atlas of Tolkien and The Ring Legends of Tolkien.This book has not been prepared, authorized, licensed or endorsed by J. R. R. Tolkien's heirs or estate, nor by any of the publishers or distributors of the book The Lord of the Rings or any other work written by J. R. R. Tolkien, nor anyone involved in the creation, production or distribution of the films based on the book.
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Dark Powers of Tolkien
DELUXE EDITION An illustrated Exploration of Tolkien's Portrayal of Evil, and the Sources that Inspired his Work from Myth, Literature and History
AvDavid Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2026
315 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
"For nothing is evil in the beginning" - J.R.R. TolkienJ.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit and The Silmarillion are some of the greatest tales of good versus evil ever told. From the creation of Arda to the War of the Ring, Tolkien's Middle-earth has seen war and rebellion, devastation and loss, in which the powers of darkness emerged.This deluxe edition of David Day's The Dark Powers of Tolkien is a handsome hardback with an embossed and foiled cover, gilt edges and ribbon marker.Published in a larger format, this edition features some all-new artwork alongside the familiar, exquisite maps, sketches and paintings from a host of brilliant artists.Without villains, there can be no heroes - any heroic tale is dependent on the formidable challenge posed by its darkest forces. The Dark Powers of Tolkien examines these mighty entities at work in Tolkien's writing and the very nature of evil itself.Contents include:- Melkor and the Origins of Evil- Morgoth the Dark Enemy In the First Age- Sauron the Ring Lord In the Second Age- Sauron the Necromancer In the Third Age- The Way of the RingThis book has not been prepared, authorized, licensed or endorsed by J. R. R. Tolkien's heirs or estate, nor by any of the publishers or distributors of the book The Lord of the Rings or any other work written by J. R. R. Tolkien, nor anyone involved in the creation, production or distribution of the films based on the book.
The World of Tolkien: Seven-Book Boxed Set
AvDavid Day
Häftad, Engelska, 2023
1 567 kr
Skickas inom 11-20 vardagar
This must-have collection covers the lands and inhabitants of Middle-earth.The fantasy world of J. R. R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth contains a rich assortment of people, cities, powers, and creatures—as well as a deep, intertwined history that spans thousands of years. In these specially designed volumes, best-selling author and Tolkien scholar David Day presents four decades of research and writing on the lands and inhabitants of Middle-earth. A must-have guide to the Tolkien world, this collection includes seven individual books and provides an A-to-Z dictionary of the vernacular, an atlas describing the various terra firma, an exploration of the Rings of Power, histories of battles, dark powers, heroes, and the Hobbits that started it all. More than 200 black-and-white and full-color illustrations make the pages a joy to behold as you learn all you’ll need to know about Tolkien’s fantasy realm.This set includes the following titles:An Atlas of Tolkien The Battles of Tolkien The Dark Powers of Tolkien A Dictionary of Tolkien The Heroes of Tolkien The Hobbits of Tolkien The Ring Legends of TolkienThis work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Illustrated World of Tolkien The Second Age
AvDavid Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2023
377 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
This volume is an in-depth and exquisitely illustrated guide to the Second Age of Middle-earth, one of the least-explored periods of Arda's history.The Illustrated World of Tolkien: The Second Age, is the follow up companion to the best-selling The Illustrated World of Tolkien, and gathers together artwork, charts, and fascinating and scholarly writing from renowned Tolkien expert David Day. Exploring the languages, poetry and elements of the heroic ages of Norse, Greek and Roman mythologies that may have influenced Tolkien's writing, it is a reference guide for any fan of Tolkien's work, Tolkien's world and the imaginative brilliance his vision inspired.The Second Age is made up of two great narrative channels: on the one hand the rise and cataclysmic downfall of the island-kingdom of Númenor and its aftermath, and on the other the forging of the Rings of Power and the rise to power of the new dark lord.Tolkien's sources for his Second Age are, of course, as rich and varied as ever and this book delves into some of these influences and shows how the power of Tolkien's imagination is manifest even in the lesser-known parts of his legendarium.This work is unofficial and is not authorised by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Ring Legends of Tolkien
An Illustrated Exploration of Rings in Tolkien's World, and the Sources that Inspired his Work from Myth, Literature and History
AvDavid Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2025
315 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Tolkien's One Ring, at the centre of one of the greatest fantasy tales ever told, is an undeniably iconic and powerful symbol in literature. This deluxe edition of David Day's The Ring Legends of Tolkien is a handsome hardback with an embossed and foiled cover, gilt edges and ribbon marker.Published in a larger format, this edition features some all-new artwork alongside the familiar, exquisite maps, sketches and paintings from a host of brilliant artists.Tracing centuries of ancient folklore, The Ring Legends of Tolkien is a deep and highly informed investigation into the inspiration behind Tolkien's epic fantasy world, exploring the origins of the One Ring, as well as the extraordinary myths and legends that inspired Tolkien's works. The perfect gift for fans of Tolkien's world.Highlights include:- War of the Rings: The Roman Republic, Venice C.1000, Gelderland 1548- Norse Mythology: Power, Fame and Destiny, Norse Cosmology and Tolkien, Nine Worlds- The Völsunga Saga: The Völsungs, Sigmund and Signy, The Apprenticeship of Sigurd- The Nibelungenlied: The Wooing of Brunhild, The Newlyweds at Worms, The Rival Queens- The Alchemist's Ring: Rings in Alchemy: A Secret Language, The Shaman, the Sorcerer and the Smith, Good and Bad AlchemyAlso available in the series: A Dictionary of Tolkien and An Atlas of Tolkien.This book has not been prepared, authorized, licensed or endorsed by J. R. R. Tolkien's heirs or estate, nor by any of the publishers or distributors of the book The Lord of the Rings or any other work written by J. R. R. Tolkien, nor anyone involved in the creation, production or distribution of the films based on the book.
Dark Powers of Tolkien
An illustrated Exploration of Tolkien's Portrayal of Evil, and the Sources that Inspired his Work from Myth, Literature and History
AvDavid Day
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
132 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit and The Silmarillion are some of the greatest tales of good versus evil ever told. From the creation of Arda to the War of the Ring, Tolkien's Middle-earth has seen war and rebellion, devastation and loss, in which the powers of darkness emerged.Here in his latest book, best-selling author and Tolkien expert David Day explores Tolkien's portrayal of evil, and the sources that inspired his work: from myth, literature and history. This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Collins Complete Wiring and Lighting
AvAlbert Jackson,David Day
Häftad, Engelska, 2010
185 kr
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A completely revised, redesigned and updated edition of the number one guide to home wiring and lighting, now in handy paperback format.Contains comprehensive and up-to-date information on the new electrical regulations.Whether you’re changing a fuse, inserting a light fitting or rewiring an entire room, Collins Wiring and Lighting contains all the information you need to complete the job simply and safely.Now in paperback, this new edition includes information on all the new products, techniques and electrical regulations, allowing you to make home improvements cheaply and easily.With over 250 colour illustrations and photographs and clear, step-by-step instructions, this book will help you turn your good intentions into a job well done!contents include: emergency repairsuses and plugscomplete wiringlight fittings and fixturesidentifying faults and maintenancesafety tipstools for the job
Collins Complete Plumbing and Central Heating
AvAlbert Jackson,David Day
Häftad, Engelska, 2010
152 kr
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The definitive, easy-to-follow guide to plumbing and heating repairs in your home.An extension of the international bestselling Collins Complete DIY Manual, this brand-new edition is packed with user-friendly photos and is fully updated with the latest information about tools, products and regulations.Whether repairing a leaking tap or installing a new shower, Collins Complete Plumbing and Heating is the indispensable tool to help you get the job done well – and keep costs to a minimum.Contents include: Emergency repairsTaps, sinks and kitchen appliancesToilets, baths and showersBoilers and radiatorsIdentifying faults and maintenanceSafety tipsTools for the job
Moving The Earth: The Workbook of Excavation Sixth Edition
AvDavid Day,Herbert L. Nichols
E-bok
Engelska, 2010
1 574 kr
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The definitive guide to earthmoving and machines--fully updated
"The most comprehensive source of basic excavation information available." -- Construction Methods & Equipment
"The down-in-the-dirt standard work for the excavation industry." -- Military Engineer
Completely revised throughout for the latest methods, equipment, and regulations, Moving the Earth, Sixth Edition is the industry-standard source of practical expertise for the excavation and construction industries. This all-inclusive workbook covers every aspect of site preparation and management, and details every machine and vehicle needed to perform each task.
The Sixth Edition includes new information on international developments in earthwork construction, updated OSHA excavation safety standards, and both SI and U.S. customary units. Detailed and comprehensive, this practical, on-the-job guide is as indispensable as your hard hat.
THE WORK:
Land clearing and controlsSurveys and measurementsRock, soil, and mudBasementsDitching and dewateringPonds and earth damsLandscaping and agricultural gradingRoadwaysBlasting and tunnelingPit operationCosts and management
THE MACHINES:
Basic informationRevolving shovels and excavatorsConveyor machineryTractors and bulldozersFront-end loadersScrapers and trucksGrading and compacting machineryCompressors and drillsAuxiliary equipment
Oxford Handbook of Leadership and Organizations
AvDavid Day
E-bok
Engelska, 2014
3 414 kr
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As the leadership field continues to evolve, there are many reasons to be optimistic about the various theoretical and empirical contributions in better understanding leadership from a scholarly and scientific perspective. The Oxford Handbook of Leadership and Organizations brings together a collection of comprehensive, state-of-the-science reviews and perspectives on the most pressing historical and contemporary leadership issues - with a particular focus on theory and research - and looks to the future of the field. It provides a broad picture of the leadership field as well as detailed reviews and perspectives within the respective areas. Each chapter, authored by leading international authorities in the various leadership sub-disciplines, explores the history and background of leadership in organizations, examines important research issues in leadership from both quantitative and qualitative perspectives, and forges new directions in leadership research, practice, and education.
Antarctica
What Everyone Needs to Know®
AvDavid Day
Inbunden, Engelska, 2019
803 kr
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Part of the What Everyone Needs to Know® series, David Day's book on Antarctica examines the most forbidding and formidably inaccessible continent on Earth. Antarctica was first discovered by European explorers in 1820, and for over a century following this, countries competed for the frozen land's vast marine resources--namely, the skins and oil of seals and whales. Soon the entire territory played host to competing claims by rival nations. The Antarctic Treaty of 1959 was meant to end this contention, but countries have found other means of extending control over the land, with scientific bases establishing at least symbolic claims. Exploration and drilling by the United States, Great Britain, Russia, Japan, and others has led to discoveries about the world's climate in centuries past--and in the process intimations of its alarming future.Delving into the history of the continent, Antarctic wildlife, arguments over governance, underwater mountain rangers, and the continent's use in predicting coming global change, Day's work sheds new light on a territory that, despite being the coldest, driest, and windiest continent in the world, will continue to be the object of intense speculation and competition.
Antarctica
What Everyone Needs to Know(R)
AvDavid Day
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2019
68 kr
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In this addition to the What Everyone Needs to Know® series, David Day examines the most forbidding and formidably inaccessible continent on Earth. For over a century following its discovery by European explorers in 1820, Antarctica played host to competing claims by rival nations vying for access to the frozen land''s vast marine resources -- namely the skins and oils of seals and whales. Though the Antarctic Treaty of 1959 was meant to end this contention, countries have found other means of extending control over the land, with scientific bases establishing at least symbolic claims. Exploration and drilling by the United States, Great Britain, Russia, Japan, and others has led to discoveries about the world''s climate in centuries past -- and in the process intimations of its alarming future.Delving into all the relevant issues -- the history of the continent, its wildlife, underwater mountain ranges, arguments over governance, and the continent''s effect on global climate change -- Day''s work sheds new light on a territory that, despite being the coldest, driest, and windiest continent in the world, will continue to be the object of intense speculation and competition. With new evidence that Antarctica''s ice is melting three times faster than it was a decade ago, the need to understand the world''s southernmost region has never been more pressing.
Antarctica
What Everyone Needs to Know(R)
AvDavid Day
E-bok
Engelska, 2019
68 kr
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In this addition to the What Everyone Needs to Know® series, David Day examines the most forbidding and formidably inaccessible continent on Earth. For over a century following its discovery by European explorers in 1820, Antarctica played host to competing claims by rival nations vying for access to the frozen land''s vast marine resources -- namely the skins and oils of seals and whales. Though the Antarctic Treaty of 1959 was meant to end this contention, countries have found other means of extending control over the land, with scientific bases establishing at least symbolic claims. Exploration and drilling by the United States, Great Britain, Russia, Japan, and others has led to discoveries about the world''s climate in centuries past -- and in the process intimations of its alarming future.Delving into all the relevant issues -- the history of the continent, its wildlife, underwater mountain ranges, arguments over governance, and the continent''s effect on global climate change -- Day''s work sheds new light on a territory that, despite being the coldest, driest, and windiest continent in the world, will continue to be the object of intense speculation and competition. With new evidence that Antarctica''s ice is melting three times faster than it was a decade ago, the need to understand the world''s southernmost region has never been more pressing.
Antarctica
A Biography
AvDavid Day
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013
254 kr
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For centuries it was suspected that there must be an undiscovered continent in the southern hemisphere. But explorers failed to find one. On his second voyage to the Pacific, Captain Cook sailed further south than any of his rivals but still failed to sight land.It was not until 1820 that the continent''s frozen coast was finally sighted. Territorial rivalry intensified in the 1840s when British, American, and French expeditions sailed south to chart further portions of the continent that had come to be called Antarctica. For the nearly two centuries since, the race to claim exclusive possession of Antarctica has gripped the imagination of the world.Antarctica: A Biography is the first ever major international history of this forbidding continent - from the eighteenth century voyages of discovery to the fierce rivalries of today, as governments, scientists, environmentalists, and oil companies compete for control. On one level it is the story of explorers battling the elements in the most hostile place on earth as they strive for personal triumph, commercial gain, and national glory. On a deeper level, it is the story of nationsseeking to incorporate the Antarctic into their own national stories - and to claim its frozen wastes as their own.
Antarctica
A Biography
AvDavid Day
E-bok
Engelska, 2013
257 kr
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For centuries it was suspected that there must be an undiscovered continent in the southern hemisphere. But explorers failed to find one. On his second voyage to the Pacific, Captain Cook sailed further south than any of his rivals but still failed to sight land.It was not until 1820 that the continent''s frozen coast was finally sighted. Territorial rivalry intensified in the 1840s when British, American, and French expeditions sailed south to chart further portions of the continent that had come to be called Antarctica. For the nearly two centuries since, the race to claim exclusive possession of Antarctica has gripped the imagination of the world.Antarctica: A Biography is the first ever major international history of this forbidding continent - from the eighteenth century voyages of discovery to the fierce rivalries of today, as governments, scientists, environmentalists, and oil companies compete for control. On one level it is the story of explorers battling the elements in the most hostile place on earth as they strive for personal triumph, commercial gain, and national glory. On a deeper level, it is the story of nationsseeking to incorporate the Antarctic into their own national stories - and to claim its frozen wastes as their own.