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This Great Harbour

Author : W.S. Hewison
Publisher : Birlinn Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1788852699
Total Pages : 394 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (888 download)

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Download or read book This Great Harbour written by W.S. Hewison and published by Birlinn Ltd. This book was released on 2020-05-07 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Known by mariners since Viking times as a safe anchorage in notoriously savage waters, Scapa Flow is the seaway that runs between the Orkney mainland and the island of Hoy. As the northern base of the Royal Navy and Allied fleets in two world wars, it witnessed some of the most seminal events in modern naval history. It was from here that The Grand Fleet set off in 1916 to do battle at Jutland; it was from that Lord Kitchener sailed to his death aboard the Hampshire; it was here that the surrendered German fleet was scuttled in May 1919; and it was here that 800 sailors lost their lives in October 1939 when HMS Royal Oak was torpedoed by a German submarine. The late W.S. Hewison's book is the ultimate history of this remarkable place. In addition to the military story, he also tells about the impact war had on the native island community as their remote archipelago was transformed into the hub of Britain's naval war machine.

Good Harbor

Author : Anita Diamant
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 0743225724
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (432 download)

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Download or read book Good Harbor written by Anita Diamant and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2002-10-02 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follows the growing friendship between fifty-nine-year-old Kathleen, recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and the slightly younger Joyce, increasingly distant from her teenage daughter and struggling to write a second novel.

List of Lighthouses, Light-vessels, Buoys, Beacons, Etc., on the Coast and Rivers of China

Author : China. Hai guan zong shui wu si shu
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 178 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book List of Lighthouses, Light-vessels, Buoys, Beacons, Etc., on the Coast and Rivers of China written by China. Hai guan zong shui wu si shu and published by . This book was released on 1948 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Visualizing Harbours in the Classical World

Author : Federico Ugolini
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 135012575X
Total Pages : 245 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (51 download)

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Book Synopsis Visualizing Harbours in the Classical World by : Federico Ugolini

Download or read book Visualizing Harbours in the Classical World written by Federico Ugolini and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2020-05-14 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In recent years, there has been intense debate about the reality behind the depiction of maritime cityscapes, especially harbours. Visualizing Harbours in the Classical World argues that the available textual and iconographic evidence supports the argument that these representations have a symbolic, rather than literal, meaning and message, and moreover that the traditional view, that all these media represent the reality of the contemporary cityscapes, is often unrealistic. Bridging the gap between archaeological sciences and the humanities, it ably integrates iconographic materials, epigraphic sources, history and archaeology, along with visual culture. Focusing on three main ancient ports – Alexandria, Rome and Leptis Magna – Federico Ugolini considers a range of issues around harbour iconography, from the triumphal imagery of monumental harbours and the symbolism of harbour images, their identification across the Mediterranean, and their symbolic, ideological and propagandistic messages, to the ways in which aspects of Imperial authority and control over the seas were expressed in the iconography of the Julio-Claudian, Trajan and Severii periods, how they reflected the repute, growth and power of the mercantile class during the Imperial era, and how the use of imagery reflected euergetism and paideia, which would inform the Roman audience about who had power over the sea.

The Island Hopping Digital Guide to the Northern Bahamas - Part II - The Biminis and the Berry Islands

Author : Stephen J Pavlidis
Publisher : Seaworthy Publications, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1892399423
Total Pages : 241 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (923 download)

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Book Synopsis The Island Hopping Digital Guide to the Northern Bahamas - Part II - The Biminis and the Berry Islands by : Stephen J Pavlidis

Download or read book The Island Hopping Digital Guide to the Northern Bahamas - Part II - The Biminis and the Berry Islands written by Stephen J Pavlidis and published by Seaworthy Publications, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-07-08 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Island Hopping Digital Guide series is the digital version of the world famous cruising guides by Stephen J. Pavlidis. This edition covers Part II of the Northern Bahamas - The Biminis and the Berry Islands, Including Information on Crossing the Gulf Stream and the Great Bahama Bank. Contents include detailed information about sailing and cruising in the Bahamas including original full-color charts drawn by the author, extensive navigational instructions, GPS waypoints and full-color aerial photos.

Fodor's Bahamas

Author : Fodor's
Publisher : Fodor
ISBN 13 : 067900937X
Total Pages : 418 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (79 download)

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Download or read book Fodor's Bahamas written by Fodor's and published by Fodor. This book was released on 2011-11-15 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Briefly traces the history of the Bahama islands; describes special events, activities, and attractions on each island; and recommends hotels and restaurants.

The Pharos Lighthouse In Alexandria

Author : Andrew Michael Chugg
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1040002722
Total Pages : 246 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (4 download)

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Download or read book The Pharos Lighthouse In Alexandria written by Andrew Michael Chugg and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-03-12 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive and insightful book brings scientific rigor to the problems of reconstructing the Pharos Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and understanding how it functioned as the archetypal lighthouse in antiquity, when it was described as a “second Sun”. Conceived by Alexander the Great and designed by Sostratus, the Pharos lighthouse stood as an iconic landmark of Alexandria for sixteen centuries until felled by a calamitous earthquake in the fourteenth century. The study of this great lighthouse has been neglected relative to other ancient Wonders such as the Great Pyramid of Giza. This book reconstructs the tower, its lustrous light, stunning statues and astounding story in diligent detail through archaeological evidence and surviving antique texts and images, providing a fresh evaluation of the Pharos, its history, and its legacy. The Roman writer Achilles Tatius termed the Pharos a “second Sun”; this expression is explained and explored here for the first time, and has dramatic implications for the nature of the Pharos’ light. The volume also explores how the creation of the Pharos was a key stimulus for Alexandrian science and astronomy in antiquity. The Pharos Lighthouse in Alexandria provides a fascinating new study of this monument of interest to students and scholars of Hellenistic art, architecture, and science, and readers seeking to learn more about one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

“The” Voyages and Travels of A. De La Motraye

Author : Aubry de La Mottraye
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 344 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (935 download)

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Download or read book “The” Voyages and Travels of A. De La Motraye written by Aubry de La Mottraye and published by . This book was released on 1732 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Ancient Syracuse

Author : Richard Evans
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317181360
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (171 download)

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Download or read book Ancient Syracuse written by Richard Evans and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-03-22 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Syracuse possesses a unique place in the history of the ancient Mediterranean because of its contribution to Greek culture and political thought and practice. Even in the first century BC Cicero could still declare ’You have often heard that of all the Greek cities Syracuse is the greatest and most beautiful.’ Sicily’s strategic location in the Mediterranean brought the city prosperity and power, placing it in the first rank of states in the ancient world. The history and governance of the city were recorded from the fifth century BC and the volume of literary sources comes close to matching the records of Athens or Rome. Combining literary and material evidence this monograph traces the history of Syracuse, offering new arguments about the date of the city’s foundation, and continues through the fifth century when, as a democracy, Syracuse’s military strength grew to equal that of Athens or Sparta, surpassing them in the early fourth century under the tyrant Dionysius I. From ca. 350 BC, however, the city’s fortunes declined as the state was wracked with civil strife as the tyranny lost control. The result was a collapse so serious that the city faced complete and imminent destruction.

MotorBoating

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 90 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book MotorBoating written by and published by . This book was released on 2009-05 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The History of Sicily from the Earliest Times: The Athenian and Carthaginian invasions

Author : Edward Augustus Freeman
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 806 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (334 download)

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Book Synopsis The History of Sicily from the Earliest Times: The Athenian and Carthaginian invasions by : Edward Augustus Freeman

Download or read book The History of Sicily from the Earliest Times: The Athenian and Carthaginian invasions written by Edward Augustus Freeman and published by . This book was released on 1892 with total page 806 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Harbour

Author : Scott Bevan
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1925368793
Total Pages : 610 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (253 download)

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Download or read book The Harbour written by Scott Bevan and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-11-01 with total page 610 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ‘The finest harbour deserves the finest book … A colourful, fascinating and enduring account of the greatest waterway in the hemisphere.’Simon Winchester ‘This book is a joy to read. And essential for anyone who loves Sydney Harbour ... And who doesn’t?’Ken Done In the bestselling tradition of Peter Ackroyd's The Thames, a celebration of one of the world’s great waterways. Everyone knows Sydney Harbour. At least, we think we do. Everyone can see the harbour, whether we have ever been to Sydney or not. By as little as a word or two, the harbour floats into our mind’s eye. The Bridge. The Opera House. Fireworks on New Year’s Eve. When we see those images, we feel a sense of belonging. No matter who we are or where we’re from, we see the harbour and we feel good. In this beautiful, authoritative and meditative journey, Scott Bevan takes us from cove to cove, by kayak, yacht and barge to gather the harbour’s stories, past and present, from boat builders, ship captains and fishermen to artists, divers, historians and environmentalists, from signs of ancient life to the submarine invasion by the Japanese and the natural beauty that inspires people every day. This is the ultimate story of Sydney Harbour – a city’s heart and a country's soul.

Guide to the Eastern Mediterranean

Author : Macmillan & Co
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 330 pages
Book Rating : 4.E/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Guide to the Eastern Mediterranean written by Macmillan & Co and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a travel guidebook covering the major seaports and coastal destinations of the eastern Mediterranean--Italy and Greece. Each destination is described as far as features of the harbors and places to anchor, layout, sights and places of interest, and practical hints such as which currency to use, what languages are spoken, etc. The guidebook is useful as a brief cultural snapshot of each of these places in 1901.

Dictionary of Greek and Roman Geography

Author : William Smith
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1406 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (117 download)

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Download or read book Dictionary of Greek and Roman Geography written by William Smith and published by . This book was released on 1857 with total page 1406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Fodor's Bahamas

Author : Fodor's Travel Guides
Publisher : Fodor's Travel
ISBN 13 : 0770432638
Total Pages : 738 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (74 download)

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Download or read book Fodor's Bahamas written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2013-12-03 with total page 738 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fodor's correspondents highlight the best of the Bahamas, including lovely white-sand beaches, fun eco activities, top dive sights, and mellow beach bars. Our local experts vet every recommendation to ensure you make the most of your time, whether it’s your first trip or your fifth. MUST-SEE ATTRACTIONS from Grand Bahama to the Out Islands PERFECT HOTELS for every budget BEST RESTAURANTS to satisfy a range of tastes GORGEOUS FEATURES on Junkanoo and water adventures VALUABLE TIPS on when to go and ways to save INSIDER PERSPECTIVE from local experts COLOR PHOTOS AND MAPS to inspire and guide your trip

Fodor's Caribbean 2012

Author : Fodor's
Publisher : Fodor
ISBN 13 : 0679009264
Total Pages : 1170 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (79 download)

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Download or read book Fodor's Caribbean 2012 written by Fodor's and published by Fodor. This book was released on 2011-09-06 with total page 1170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Detailed and timely information on accommodations, restaurants and local attractions highlight these updated travel guides, which feature all-new covers, a dramatic visual design, symbols to indicate budget options, must-see ratings, multi-day itineraries, Smart Travel Tips, helpful bulleted maps, tips on transportation, guidelines for shopping excursions and other valuable features. Original.

A History of Seafaring in the Classical World (Routledge Revivals)

Author : Fik Meijer
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317701119
Total Pages : 261 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (177 download)

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Download or read book A History of Seafaring in the Classical World (Routledge Revivals) written by Fik Meijer and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-06-17 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A History of Seafaring in the Classical World, first published in 1986, presents a complete treatment of all aspects of the maritime history of the Classical world, designed for the use of students as well as scholars. Beginning with Crete and Mycenae in the third millennium BC, the author expounds a concise history of seafaring up to the sixth century AD. The development of ship design and of the different types of ship, the varied purposes of shipping, and the status and conditions of sailors are all discussed. Many of the most important sea battles are investigated, and the book is illustrated with a number of line drawings and photographs. Greek and Latin word are only used if they are technical terms, ensuring A History of Seafaring in the Classical World is accessible to students of ancient history who are not familiar with the Classical languages.