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When a lifelong dream refuses to fade, it becomes a calling.For Doug Andonian, Africa was that calling-a place he first met in the pages of a borrowed magazine and spent a lifetime longing to stand within.From Where Lions Speak follows Doug's remarkable journey from...

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In The Journey of Jason the Frog(TM) to Washington, D.C., young readers join Jason the Frog, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered robot frog, on a fun-filled adventure to the nation's capital. Filled with engaging storytelling, clear definitions, fun facts, quiz questions, and an interactive activity,...

James' mission was routine-survey a deep-space sector and return home. But when space debris crashes into his ship and sends it hurtling onto the surface of an uncharted planet, survival becomes his only goal. But the planet is far from empty. Scattered across the...

It's not always about the waterfalls and beaches, sometimes it is just about the people we meet on our travels that show you more beauty than any landscape can.I have a desire to make something beautiful come from a sometimes very ugly and dark...

Indiana Shanachie, a Hoosier's Tales of Ireland offers a Midwesterner's unique peek into the people and places of County Donegal, Ireland. Isolated in the far northwest corner of Ireland, this very special place holds unbelievably beautiful scenery, as well as some of the finest...

Media headlines tell of business travelers or tourists who unwittingly violate foreign laws, get into trouble with local etiquette, or have a major medical emergency. LAW OF THE LAND, is your reliable source for navigating the legal and medical landscape of foreign countries with...

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The narrative and descriptive portion of this work speaks for itself. In the historical part I have consulted with advantage Von Engel's "History of Servia," Ranke's "Servian Revolution," Possart's "Servia," and Ami Boue's "Turquie d'Europe," but took the precaution of submitting the facts selected...

This collection of thirteen papers focuses on what it meant to be 'on the move' at different times in prehistory. Ideas of journeys and travel are integral to many traditions of interpreting the prehistoric archaeological record. Travel was after all the driving force behind...

We've all known safaris through movies and pictures, but this book offers something truly unique a first-hand account of wild African adventures seen through the eyes of someone who lived it. No cameras, no filters, just raw memories etched vividly into the mind and...

In this captivating collection of essays, drawn from over two decades of columns published in the El Paso Times (1998-2019), the author weaves a rich tapestry of reflections on language, art, travel, and the human experience. With wit and insight, these essays celebrate the...

"Thangai" is the pen name of Dasnavis Fernando. A native of Thangachimadam from Rameswaram Island, India. An Engineering graduate from Madras University in 1977 {CIT, Coimbatore}. He completed a course on 'International Business Management' from Kingsborough Community College, Brooklyn, NY, USA.True to his roots,...

Geographic Information Systems have revolutionized the face of technological paradigms. It has multiple actions in every sector of industry and in organizations of any size. This book includes all the latest approaches to Geographical Information Systems from all across the world. It is a...

Geographic Information Systems have revolutionized the face of technological paradigms. It has multiple actions in every sector of industry and in organizations of any size. This book includes all the latest approaches to Geographical Information Systems from all across the world. It is a...

Geographic Information Systems have revolutionized the face of technological paradigms. It has multiple actions in every sector of industry and in organizations of any size. This book includes all the latest approaches to Geographical Information Systems from all across the world. It is a...

Geographic Information Systems have revolutionized the face of technological paradigms. It has multiple actions in every sector of industry and in organizations of any size. This book includes all the latest approaches to Geographical Information Systems from all across the world. It is a...

The book provides advanced information regarding the implementation of geographic information systems. In theoretical and professional spheres, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) hold special and crucial significance. The use of GIS has been on a steep rise in various professional fields. From civil engineers to...

The inspiration for "The Spirited Aviator" came as a result of Donalyn's work at USAirways (formerly Piedmont and now American). Her love of flying, traveling, working with people and helping them with their travel needs was something she really enjoyed.Her wish is that you...

"This is a multi-volume publication highlighting critical topics related to geospatial analysis, geographic information systems, and geospatial technologies, exploring multidisciplinary applications of geographic information systems and technologies in addition to the latest trends and developments in the field"--Author: Information Reso Management AssociationISBN-10: 1466698454ISBN-13: 9781466698451Publisher:...

Over generations, human society has woven a rich tapestry of culture, art, architecture, and history, personified in artifacts, monuments, and landmarks arrayed across the globe. Individual communities are looking to exploit these local treasures for the benefit of the travelers who come to see...

Geographic Information Systems: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications is a collection of knowledge on the latest advancements and research of geographic information systems. This book aims to be useful for academics and practitioners involved in geographical data.Author: IrmaISBN-10: 1466620382ISBN-13: 9781466620384Publisher: Information Science ReferenceLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: AnonISBN-10: 144608325XISBN-13: 9781446083253Publisher: Mayo PressLanguage:...

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"Uncovering the Unknown: Tales of Mysterious Discoveries" is a riveting exploration into some of the world's most intriguing enigmas. This book delves into the secrets of ancient civilizations, unsolved mysteries, paranormal phenomena, and much more. From the lost city of Atlantis to the Bermuda...

In this groundbreaking study, John Henry Parker explores the rich history and archeology of Rome's Forum Romanorum. Drawing on a wide range of archaeological evidence and historical documents, Parker offers a detailed and compelling account of the forum's architecture, monuments, and cultural significance. With...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Second edition of successful text that takes into account recent advances in GIS development and new socioeconomic datasets including new census data. Written as an overview to GIS, it is an easy to use, non-technical introduction to the subject.Author: David MartinISBN-10: 0415125723ISBN-13: 9780415125727Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage:...

In The Journey of Jason the Frog(TM) to New York City, young readers join Jason the Frog, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered robot frog, on his first big adventure to the city where he was created-New York City. Packed with colorful explanations, definitions, quiz questions,...

Author: Michele MattinglyISBN-10: 1645441709ISBN-13: 9781645441700Publisher: Page PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/09/2026Pages: 300Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.22lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d

Originally published in 1890. This early works is a comprehensive and informative look at the subject and will appeal to any historian. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We...

Cruise Operations Management provides a comprehensive and contextualised overview of hospitality services for the cruise industry. As well as providing a background to the cruise industry, it also looks deeper into the management issues providing a practical guide for both students and professionals alike....

Cities and regions around the world increasingly capitalize on a series of events aimed at optimizing their reach and outcomes. How then can a series of different events be developed and harnessed? What are the conditions and the means by which synergies and collaboration...

The Routledge Handbook of Tourism and the Environment explores and critically evaluates the debates and controversies inherent to tourism's relationship with nature, especially pertinent at a time of major re-evaluation of our relationship with the environment as a consequence of the environmental problems we...

Many of our planet's support systems are in crisis. Climate change, resource shortages and environmental pollution threaten our economy and lifestyles. Society as a whole needs to adopt policies that can meet these challenges. The ever expanding event industry is no exception. Anyone involved...

This volume presents a global view of today's most pressing issues through an analysis of the twelve major regions of the world. Environmental degradation, natural catastrophe, population pressures and human conflict all impact in different ways and to different degrees on the society and...

Integrating Scale in Remote Sensing and GIS serves as the most comprehensive documentation of the scientific and methodological advances that have taken place in integrating scale and remote sensing data. This work addresses the invariants of scale, the ability to change scale, measures of...

When compared to classical sciences such as math, with roots in prehistory, and physics, with roots in antiquity, geographical information science (GISci) is the new kid on the block. Its theoretical foundations are therefore still developing and data quality and uncertainty modeling for spatial...

Describes the State-of-the-Art in Spatial Data Mining, Focuses on Data QualitySubstantial progress has been made toward developing effective techniques for spatial information processing in recent years. This science deals with models of reality in a GIS, however, and not with reality itself. Therefore, spatial...

Science is increasingly driven by data, and spatial data underpin the science directions laid out in the 2007 U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Science Strategy. A robust framework of spatial data, metadata, tools, and a user community that is interactively connected to use spatial data...

The global response to COVID-19 has demonstrated the importance of vigilance and preparedness for infectious diseases, particularly influenza. There is a need for more effective influenza vaccines and modern manufacturing technologies that are adaptable and scalable to meet demand during a pandemic. The rapid...

As political, economic, and environmental issues increasingly spread across the globe, the science of geography is being rediscovered by scientists, policymakers, and educators alike. Geography has been made a core subject in U.S. schools, and scientists from a variety of disciplines are using analytical...

Author: Addison DoyleISBN-13: 9798385072262Publisher: WestBow PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/11/2026Pages: 80Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.22d

A Crane Among Chickens traces a remarkable thirty-year friendship between two teachers-one American, one Chinese-told through the intimate trail of letters, faxes, calls, emails, and WeChat messages that carried their voices across distance and time.The story begins when the author and Xi-fen from China...

In The Journey of Jason the Frog(TM) to Chicago, young readers join Jason the Frog, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered robot frog, on a fun-filled adventure to the Windy City. From sky-high skyscrapers and iconic parks to bustling neighborhoods, famous museums, exciting sports arenas, and...

In The Journey of Jason the Frog(TM) to Boston, young readers join Jason the Frog, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered robot frog, on a fun-filled adventure through one of America's most historic and vibrant cities. Filled with engaging storytelling, clear definitions, fun facts, quiz questions,...

In The Journey of Jason the Frog(TM) to Philadelphia, young readers join Jason the Frog, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered robot frog, on a class trip to one of America's most historic cities. Filled with engaging storytelling, clear definitions, fun facts, quiz questions, and an...