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“john d irany”

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  • Before 1492, the Portuguese Discovery of America

    by John D. Irany ...
    BEFORE 1492 presents a compelling argument, based upon known historical facts and reasonable scientific deductions, that Portuguese mariners discovered America at least a decade before Columbus set sail on the Santa María, Pinta and Niña.The primary evidence for this theory is a map, now on permanent display at the U.S. Library of Congress in Washington. The map - - called the Waldseemüller map - ... Read more

    $4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Hurricane Risk in the Gulf of Mexico

    by John D. Irany ...
    Houston is doomed. New Orleans is sinking. All of southern Florida is likely to be devastated by massive flooding.Over the past 50 years, sea surface temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico have risen 69% faster than global sea surface temperatures, which are rising themselves as the planet warms. As this trend continues, communities along and near the Gulf of Mexico will experience an increase in ... Read more

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  • Venice in History

    by John D. Irany ...
    The history of Venice is a fascinating and compelling story that will interest travelers and non-travelers alike. From its beginnings as a fishing village in ancient times, the Republic of Venice rose to become the wealthiest nation in Europe by the time of the Italian Renaissance. The wealth is manifest in the magnificent art and architecture that one sees in the city today.Venice in History is a ... Read more

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    by Nathaniel Philbrick ...
    **From the author of Mayflower, Valiant Ambition, and In the Hurricane's Eye--the riveting bestseller tells the story of the true events that inspired Melville's Moby-Dick.Winner of the National Book Award, Nathaniel Philbrick's book is a fantastic saga of survival and adventure, steeped in the lore of whaling, with deep resonance in American literature and history.In 1820, the whaleship Essex was ... Read more

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  • In Patagonia

    by Bruce Chatwin ...
    The masterpiece of travel writing that revolutionized the genre and made its author famous overnightAn exhilarating look at a place that still retains the exotic mystery of a far-off, unseen land, Bruce Chatwin’s exquisite account of his journey through Patagonia teems with evocative descriptions, remarkable bits of history, and unforgettable anecdotes. Fueled by an unmistakable lust for life and ... Read more

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  • Puglia (Rough Guides Snapshot Italy)

    by Rough Guides ...
    Series series Rough Guides
    The Rough Guide Snapshot to Puglia is the ultimate travel guide to this beautiful, beguiling "heel" of Italy. It leads you through the region with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, from exploring the gorgeous medieval hilltop town of Ostuni and enjoying the sunniest, sandiest beaches this side of Rome, to admiring the swirly Baroque architecture of ... Read more

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  • An Italian Affair

    by Laura Fraser ...
    **When Laura Fraser's husband leaves her for his high school sweetheart, she takes off, on impulse, for Italy, and discovers not only a lasting sense of pleasure, but a more fully recovered sense of her emotional and sexual self.“Sweet, smart. We are smitten from the start.” —O: The Oprah Magazine**When Laura Fraser's husband leaves her for his high school sweetheart, she takes off, on impulse, ... Read more

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  • The Last Viking

    The Life of Roald Amundsen

    by Stephen R. Bown ...
    The authoritative biography of the famous Norwegian polar explorer: "A fascinating account of a complex and driven man" ( Burnaby Now).The Last Viking unravels the life of the man who stands head and shoulders above all those who raced to map the last corners of the world. In 1900, the four great geographical mysteries—the Northwest Passage, the Northeast Passage, the South Pole, and the North ... Read more

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  • People's History of Quebec, A

    by Jacques Lacoursière, Robin Philpot ...
    This lively guide to Quebec history tells the fascinating story of the settlement of the St. Lawrence River Valley over nearly 500 years. But it also tells of the Montreal and Quebec-based explorers and traders who travelled, mapped, and inhabited most of North America, and embrothered the peoples they met. Combining vast research and great story telling, Jacques Lacoursière and Robin Philpot ... Read more

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  • Verona & Lake Garda: Includes Vicenza, Brescia, Mantua & Cremona

    by Lara Dunston, Terry Carter, Shona Main ...
    Series series Footprint Focus
    Footprintfocus Verona and Lake Garda is the only dedicated guide available covering this popular Italian destination. Features an Essentials section with practical tips to help plan a trip, detailed information on attractions and comprehensive listings of where to eat, sleep and have fun.• Essentials section with tips on getting there and around• Up-to-date recommendations of great places to stay ... Read more

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  • No Vulgar Hotel: The Desire and Pursuit of Venice

    The Desire and Pursuit of Venice

    by Judith Martin, Eric Denker ...
    “Add No Vulgar Hotel to the list of books you must read before you come to Venice.”—Donna LeonThis is the definitive book for managing an incurable passion for a decaying, water-logged village. Whether you already have a raging case of Venetophilia or are among the fifteen million people who yearly put themselves in danger of contracting it, here is where you get your fix of Venetian wit, history, ... Read more

    $16.39 USD

  • Just One Cornetto: London to Sicily in a Small Motorhome

    by Keith Mashiter ...
    Just one Cornetto is the delightful story of Keith and his wife Gail's six-month, 11,000-kilometre winter journey round Italy including Sicily and his love for cream or chocolate filled cornetti.Unsigned mountain roads, litter-filled city back streets, beautiful vistas, Greek temples, magical resorts, historical centres, generous locals met along the way all provide an engaging mix and invaluable ... Read more

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