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Author :Stephen James O’Meara Publisher :Penguin Random House South Africa ISBN 13 :1775847365 Total Pages :251 pages Book Rating :4.7/5 (758 download)
Book Synopsis Night Skies of Botswana by : Stephen James O’Meara
Download or read book Night Skies of Botswana written by Stephen James O’Meara and published by Penguin Random House South Africa. This book was released on 2020-04-01 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This easy-to-use, accessible guide to starwatching in Botswana is ideal for beginner and amateur stargazers. All stars described can be seen with the naked eye – binoculars and telescopes are not necessary. The book opens with stargazing tips while introducing important astronomical concepts, describing our galaxy and the Earth’s place in it. The body of the book offers four star charts per month giving views from north, south, east and west, with supporting descriptions of the stars and constellations. Users can dip in during any month. The final chapter surveys the solar system, including the Sun, Moon, planets and leftover debris. There’s information on a meteorite strike in Botswana in 2018, and how to identify artificial satellites orbiting the Earth (including the International Space Station). Botswana’s ancestral stories about the stars are scattered throughout the book, honouring indigenous interpretations of the night skies and giving a unique African flavour. Sales points: Easy-to-use star maps (four per month); no previous stargazing knowledge is necessary; all stars described can be seen with the naked eye; numerous stunning photos; Botswana star lore adds cultural interest.
Book Synopsis The Complete Travel Guide for Botswana by : YouGuide
Download or read book The Complete Travel Guide for Botswana written by YouGuide and published by Youguide International BV. This book was released on with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Complete Travel Guide Series" offers a comprehensive exploration of diverse destinations worldwide. Each book provides detailed insights into local culture, history, attractions, and practical travel tips, ensuring travellers are well-prepared to embark on memorable journeys. With vibrant illustrations, beautiful pictures and up to date information, this series is an essential companion for any type of traveller seeking enriching experiences.
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Download or read book The complete travel guide for Botswana written by and published by YouGuide Ltd. This book was released on with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At YouGuide™, we are dedicated to bringing you the finest travel guides on the market, meticulously crafted for every type of traveler. Our guides serve as your ultimate companions, helping you make the most of your journeys around the world. Our team of dedicated experts works tirelessly to create comprehensive, up-todate, and captivating travel guides. Each guide is a treasure trove of essential information, insider insights, and captivating visuals. We go beyond the tourist trail, uncovering hidden treasures and sharing local wisdom that transforms your travels into extraordinary adventures. Countries change, and so do our guides. We take pride in delivering the most current information, ensuring your journey is a success. Whether you're an intrepid solo traveler, an adventurous couple, or a family eager for new horizons, our guides are your trusted companions to every country. For more travel guides and information, please visit www.youguide.com
Book Synopsis African Hosts & Their Guests by : W. E. A. van Beek
Download or read book African Hosts & Their Guests written by W. E. A. van Beek and published by Boydell & Brewer Ltd. This book was released on 2012 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Africa is a 'theme park' for Western tourists to experience untouched wilderness, untamed nature, and truly 'authentic' cultures, where the hosts, too, are part of a discourse about the 'other' and ourselves, about wildness, danger and roots. Tourism is important for Africa: international tourist arrivals to Africa continue to grow, income from tourism is crucial to national economies, and tourism investments are considered among the most profitable. This edited volumedeals with the interaction of local communities with tourists coming into their areas and villages. Based upon a common theoretical approach, fourteen cases of African tourism are discussed which involve direct contact between 'hosts' and 'guests'. The viewpoint throughout is from the side of the locals, establishing how the processes of interaction shape each small scale destination. Crucial in Africa is the fact that the large majority of tourism is game oriented and the interaction between locals and visitors is very much 'tainted' by this fact. Central is the notion of the tourist bubble - the infrastructure that is generated locally (and internationally) for hosting tourists, as it is this institutional interface that tends to impact on the local society and culture, not the tourists themselves directly. The examples come from all over Africa, from the Sahara to the Eastern Cape, and from Kenyato Ghana. All contributions are based upon original fieldwork. Walter van Beek is professor of anthropology at Tilburg University and Senior Researcher at the African Studies Centre, Leiden; Annette Schmidt is curatorof the African department at the National Museum of Ethnology in Leiden, and is an archaeologist with a long experience in cultural management projects.
Book Synopsis Stamping Through Astronomy by : Renato Dicati
Download or read book Stamping Through Astronomy written by Renato Dicati and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-06-18 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stamps and other postal documents are an attractive vehicle for presenting astronomy and its development. Written with expertise and great enthusiasm, this unique book offers a historical and philatelic survey of astronomy and some related topics on space exploration. It contains more than 1300 color reproductions of stamps relating to the history of astronomy, ranging from the earliest observations of the sky to modern research conducted with satellites and space probes. Featured are the astronomers and astrophysicists who contributed to this marvelous story – not only Ptolemy, Copernicus, Kepler, Newton, Herschel, and Einstein but also hundreds of other minor protagonists who played an important role in the development of this, the most ancient yet the most modern of all the sciences. The book also examines in depth the diverse areas which have contributed to the history of astronomy, including the instrumentation, the theories, and the observations. Many stamps illustrate the beauty and the mystery of celestial objects: galaxies, nebulae, stars, planets, satellites, comets, and minor celestial bodies.
Author :ستيفن جيمس أوميارا Publisher : دائرة الثقافة والسياحة – أبوظبي، مركز أبوظبي للغة العربية، مشروع كلمة للترجمة ISBN 13 :9948331443 Total Pages :249 pages Book Rating :4.9/5 (483 download)
Download or read book المريخ written by ستيفن جيمس أوميارا and published by دائرة الثقافة والسياحة – أبوظبي، مركز أبوظبي للغة العربية، مشروع كلمة للترجمة . This book was released on 2022-01-01 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: المريخُ عالَـمٌ صغيرٌ له شهرةٌ عظيمة. ولَطالما أسَرَنا هذا الكوكبُ الغامض والفريد على مرِّ القرون؛ ببراكينِه الشبيهة بجبل إيفرست، ومجموعةِ أَوْديته التي تَشغلُ مساحةً تُضاهِي مساحةَ الولايات المتحدة بأكملها، ومَشاهِدِه الطبيعية التي ربما احتوتْ على الماءِ فيما مضى. وفي هذا الكتابِ المُمتِع، يتعقَّبُ ستيفن جيمس أوميارا العلاقةَ الغرامية التي وقَعتْ فيها البشريةُ مع هذا الجِرْم السماوي الفريد، بدايةً من تأمُّلاتِ مُراقِبي النجوم الأوائل وتصوُّراتِ كتَّابِ الخيالِ العلمي والمذيعين ومُخرِجي الأفلام، ووصولاً إلى أحدثِ صورِ المَرْكبة «كيوريوسيتي» الجوَّالة واكتشافاتها. ويتناول أوميارا مُحاوَلاتِ البشرية للتواصُل مع كوكبِ المريخ على مر العصور، ثم يَبحثُ عن أَوجُهِ التشابُه بين الكوكبِ الأحمر وكوكبِ الأرض؛ فهل هو نسخةٌ مُصغَّرةٌ من عالَمِنا أمْ هو عالَـمٌ فريد قائم بذاته؟ ويَأخذنا في جولةٍ مشوِّقة داخلَ المُخيِّلة الأدبية؛ إذ ترَكَ كوكبُ المريخِ بَصْمتَه على الخيال البشري منذ أنْ تأمَّلَ مُراقِبو النجومِ الأوائلُ ظهورَه في السماء ليلاً. ويستعرض أوميارا أولى البَعثاتِ إلى المريخ، والسِّباقَ المحمومَ بين الولاياتِ المتحدة والسوفييت نحوَ غزْوِ الفضاء، ومُحاوَلةَ دُولٍ أخرى اللحاقَ بالرَّكْب، وصولاً إلى أحدثِ الاكتشافاتِ والصورِ التي ورَدتْنا من الكوكب الأحمر وقَمرَيْه؛ «فوبوس» و«ديموس».
Download or read book Mars written by Stephen James O'Meara and published by Reaktion Books. This book was released on 2020-06-15 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mars is a small world with a big reputation. This mysterious, singular planet—with volcanoes that dwarf Mount Everest, a canyon system that would stretch fully across the United States, and curious landscapes that perhaps once harbored water—has fascinated us for centuries. In the most up-to-date account available of the elusive Red Planet, Stephen James O’Meara follows our longstanding love affair with this unique celestial body, from the musings of humanity’s first stargazers to the imaginings of science-fiction writers, radio broadcasters, and filmmakers, to the latest images and discoveries from the Curiosity rover. The book also reviews plans for piloted missions to Mars—and what it will take for those missions to succeed.
Book Synopsis African Cultural Astronomy by : Jarita Holbrook
Download or read book African Cultural Astronomy written by Jarita Holbrook and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first scholarly collection of articles focused on the cultural astronomy of the African continent. It weaves together astronomy, anthropology, and Africa and it includes African myths and legends about the sky, alignments to celestial bodies found at archaeological sites and at places of worship, rock art with celestial imagery, and scientific thinking revealed in local astronomy traditions including ethnomathematics and the creation of calendars.
Book Synopsis Astro Tourism: Stargazing and Astronomy Adventures by : Georgie Rogers
Download or read book Astro Tourism: Stargazing and Astronomy Adventures written by Georgie Rogers and published by Richards Education. This book was released on with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the universe from the comfort of our own planet with Astro Tourism: Stargazing and Astronomy Adventures. This comprehensive guide takes you on a journey to the most spectacular stargazing locations around the world. Whether you're a seasoned astronomer or a curious beginner, this book provides everything you need to know about planning and enjoying your own astronomy adventures. Explore dark sky reserves, learn about different types of celestial events, and find out how to capture the beauty of the night sky through photography. With practical tips, stunning imagery, and insights into the cultural and scientific significance of the stars,Astro Tourismis your ultimate guide to exploring the wonders of the universe. Embark on a celestial journey and discover the beauty of the night sky like never before.
Book Synopsis Ransom Theft Love by : Melita Wade Thorpe
Download or read book Ransom Theft Love written by Melita Wade Thorpe and published by Archway Publishing. This book was released on 2022-02-22 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For years, Dr. Anne Wadsworth has led travelers to Africa’s far-reaching plains. Not only does she love the terrain, but she also considers Africa her second home. When she is invited to be the keynote speaker at Zanzibar’s Human Rights Conference, she has no idea that her ideal destination is about to be embroiled in an international nightmare. Anne is kidnapped by unknown assailants and held captive as they travel from Zanzibar to Somalia. After the horrific experience of crossing from Zanzibar to Mombasa, her life is pitted in the balance of life or death. With little chance to fight back, she finds solace in nightly stargazing with her Sudanese guardian. When she discovers the chilling truth, Anne realizes that it is no longer about saving herself but also, it’s about saving a country.
Book Synopsis All You'll See Is Sky by : Janet A. Wilson
Download or read book All You'll See Is Sky written by Janet A. Wilson and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2024-04-16 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Despite having everything she could ask for, Janet Wilson couldn’t shake a sense of emptiness in her life—or her desire to return to the continent of her birth. After much back-and-forth, she and her husband reached an agreement: they would embark on a daring adventure, driving 25,000 miles across Africa. What they couldn’t anticipate then was how this trip would challenge almost every belief, opinion, and value they held. Over the course of their journey, Janet and her husband collided with the world and each other. There were tears and laughter. They shared thrilling highlights and challenges that forced them to negotiate and cooperate with one another. And after a heartbreaking tragedy and Janet’s arrest, they made critical decisions that transformed their relationship, bringing them to a level of trust and commitment they had never before experienced. Ultimately, this led them to a deeper understanding about their place in the world—and each other’s lives. A suspenseful and emotional true account that explores themes of love, commitment, resilience, and the power of forgiveness in the face of adversity, All You’ll See is Sky is a memoir of a woman’s transformation from brokenness to wholeness and a couple's transformation from breakdown to breakthrough.
Book Synopsis Universal Guide to the Night Sky by : Lisa Harvey-Smith
Download or read book Universal Guide to the Night Sky written by Lisa Harvey-Smith and published by Thames & Hudson Australia. This book was released on 2023-08-29 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Lisa takes us right from the beginning of our stargazing adventure, from setting ourselves up to view the sky, to a tour of the galaxy, to discovering and learning about planets and celestial objects. ... This is a terrific book. Compact in nature, but really brimming with information to fill young minds and encourage them to investigate the world above us." -- Jane Stephens, GoodReading Wherever you are in this world - whether that be in the Northern or Southern Hemisphere, in the city or a remote region - this book guides you through the remarkable features of planet Earth's starry sky. Receive a personal tour through the wonders of the universe from astrophysicist Lisa Harvey-Smith. Explore comets and meteors, stars, planets and moons. Find galaxies and glowing gas clouds. Spot supernovae and enjoy eclipses. Learn everything you need to know about binoculars, telescopes and photographing the stars. You will never look up at the stars in the same way again. Featuring intergalactic illustrations by Sophie Beer, this global guide to the sky is your ticket out of this world.
Book Synopsis Epic Journeys by : National Geographic
Download or read book Epic Journeys written by National Geographic and published by National Geographic. This book was released on 2019 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With more than 300 vivid photographs, this inspirational guide reveals the planet's best destinations for hikers, skiers, divers, rafters, and more. Combining adventure with cultural experiences, this one-of-a-kind collection leads readers to new heights of exploration.
Book Synopsis 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, Expanded Edition by : Dean Regas
Download or read book 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, Expanded Edition written by Dean Regas and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2020-06-16 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the amazing wonders of the night sky with this expanded edition to 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, perfect for every amateur stargazer and armchair astronomer! Keep your feet on the ground and experience the night sky to the fullest by exploring planets, satellites, and constellations with this all-inclusive reference guide to space. 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, Expanded Edition is full of information on the many amazing things you can see with a telescope, or just your naked eye! From shooting stars to constellations and planets to satellites, this book gives you a clear picture of what you can see on any given night. Learn about the celestial bodies that have captured people’s imaginations for centuries, with specific facts alongside traditional myths and beautifully illustrated photographs and star charts that will help you know where to look for the best view. With this illuminating guide, you’ll enjoy hours of stargazing, whether you’re travelling, camping, sitting in your back yard, or simply flipping through the beautiful images in this book.
Book Synopsis The Great Hippopotamus Hotel by : Alexander McCall Smith
Download or read book The Great Hippopotamus Hotel written by Alexander McCall Smith and published by Pantheon. This book was released on 2024-10-15 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this latest installment of Alexander McCall Smith’s beloved No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency, Mma Ramotswe and Mma Makutsi take on an intriguing new case and uncover surprising truths In the rolling hills just outside Gaborone, surrounded by a grove of acacia trees, lies The Great Hippopotamus Hotel. With spacious rooms overlooking the Botswanan countryside and a fine and loyal staff, the hotel has served as a refuge to weary travelers for many years. But a sudden string of misfortunes threatens to ruin the hotel’s reputation. Food poisoning befalls an unlucky diner, laundry mysteriously disappears from the drying line, and a scorpion stings one of the guests. Mishap after mishap, until it seems these incidents are more than simple coincidences—something foul is afoot. Mma Ramotswe and Mma Makutsi are on the case to find out who could be responsible for these unfortunate events. The answer at first seems clear, especially when they find out Violet Sephotho is involved. But as they dig deeper, they realize that the solution is not as simple as it initially seems. Meanwhile, one of Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni’s most important clients has asked him to source a sports car, putting him in a ticklish position as the man’s wife seems to be unaware of the purchase and the client is taking great pains to keep it that way. Nevertheless, with a healthy dose of good humor and kindness, Mma Ramotswe and her associates must help restore the reputation of the hotel and prove that even the most difficult situations can be remedied with honesty and compassion.
Book Synopsis The Colors of All the Cattle by : Alexander McCall Smith
Download or read book The Colors of All the Cattle written by Alexander McCall Smith and published by Anchor. This book was released on 2018-11-06 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this latest installment of the beloved and best-selling No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series, Precious Ramotswe finds herself running for office—much to her dismay. When Mma Potokwane suggests to Mma Ramotswe that she run for a seat on the Gaborone City Council, Mma Ramotswe is at first reluctant. But when she learns that developers plan to build the flashy Big Fun Hotel next to a graveyard, she allows herself to be persuaded. Her opponent is none other than Mma Makutsi’s old nemesis, Violet Sephotho, who is in the pocket of the hotel developers. Although Violet is intent on using every trick in the book to secure her election, Mma Ramotswe refuses to guarantee anything beyond what she can deliver; hence her slogan: “I can’t promise anything—but I shall do my best.” Meanwhile, Mma Ramotswe has acquired a new client: one of her late father’s old friends, who was the victim of a hit-and-run accident. Charlie volunteers to be the lead investigator in the case to prove he’s ready to be more than an apprentice, as well as to impress a new girlfriend. With Charlie’s inquiries landing him in hot water and Election Day fast approaching, Mma Ramotswe will have to call upon her good humor and generosity of spirit to help the community navigate these thorny issues, and to prove that honesty and compassion will always carry the day.
Book Synopsis Do as Botswana Does by : Lionel Harvey
Download or read book Do as Botswana Does written by Lionel Harvey and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
