Author: Robert Anson Heinlein
Publisher: Ace
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
In a futuristic military adventure a recruit goes through the roughest boot camp in the universe and into battle with the Terran Mobile Infantry in what historians would come to call the First Interstellar War
Starship Troopers
Author: Robert Anson Heinlein
Publisher: Ace
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
In a futuristic military adventure a recruit goes through the roughest boot camp in the universe and into battle with the Terran Mobile Infantry in what historians would come to call the First Interstellar War
Publisher: Ace
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
In a futuristic military adventure a recruit goes through the roughest boot camp in the universe and into battle with the Terran Mobile Infantry in what historians would come to call the First Interstellar War
Refried Elvis
Author: Eric Zolov
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520215146
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 374
Book Description
"This book traces the history of rock 'n' roll in Mexico and the rise of the native countercultural movement La Onda (the wave). This story frames the most significant crisis of Mexico's postrevolution period: the student-led protests in 1968 and the government-orchestrated massacre that put an end to the movement".--BOOKJACKET.
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520215146
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 374
Book Description
"This book traces the history of rock 'n' roll in Mexico and the rise of the native countercultural movement La Onda (the wave). This story frames the most significant crisis of Mexico's postrevolution period: the student-led protests in 1968 and the government-orchestrated massacre that put an end to the movement".--BOOKJACKET.
Aventuras de Juanito Jones
Author: Ricardo Alcántara
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788495732859
Category : Space ships
Languages : es
Pages : 31
Book Description
Juanito, Vanesa y Sombra parten rumbo al planeta Naranja. La capitana Estrella les ha encargado una importante misión: descubrir a los impostores que se han colado en el planeta haciéndose pasar por uno de ellos.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788495732859
Category : Space ships
Languages : es
Pages : 31
Book Description
Juanito, Vanesa y Sombra parten rumbo al planeta Naranja. La capitana Estrella les ha encargado una importante misión: descubrir a los impostores que se han colado en el planeta haciéndose pasar por uno de ellos.
The Life And Adventures In California Of Don Agustin Janssens 1834 1856
Author: William H Ellison
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781019392966
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Based on extensive archival research, this lively biography by Ellison tells the story of Don Agustin Janssens, a Mexican adventurer who traveled to California in the early 19th century, seeking fortune and adventure. With colorful characters, thrilling escapades, and fascinating cultural insights, this book offers a vivid portrait of a bygone era in American history. 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, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781019392966
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Based on extensive archival research, this lively biography by Ellison tells the story of Don Agustin Janssens, a Mexican adventurer who traveled to California in the early 19th century, seeking fortune and adventure. With colorful characters, thrilling escapades, and fascinating cultural insights, this book offers a vivid portrait of a bygone era in American history. 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, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Leatherback Turtle
Author: James R. Spotila
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 142141709X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
The most comprehensive book ever written on leatherback sea turtles. Weighing as much as 2,000 pounds and reaching lengths of over seven feet, leatherback turtles are the world’s largest reptile. These unusual sea turtles have a thick, pliable shell that helps them to withstand great depths—they can swim more than one thousand meters below the surface in search of food. And what food source sustains these goliaths? Their diet consists almost exclusively of jellyfish, a meal they crisscross the oceans to find. Leatherbacks have been declining in recent decades, and some predict they will be gone by the end of this century. Why? Because of two primary factors: human redevelopment of nesting beaches and commercial fishing. There are only twenty-nine index beaches in the world where these turtles nest, and there is immense pressure to develop most of them into homes or resorts. At the same time, longline and gill net fisheries continue to overwhelm waters frequented by leatherbacks. In The Leatherback Turtle, James R. Spotila and Pilar Santidrián Tomillo bring together the world’s leading experts to produce a volume that reveals the biology of the leatherback while putting a spotlight on the conservation problems and solutions related to the species. The book leaves us with options: embark on the conservation strategy laid out within its pages and save one of nature’s most splendid creations, or watch yet another magnificent species disappear.
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 142141709X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
The most comprehensive book ever written on leatherback sea turtles. Weighing as much as 2,000 pounds and reaching lengths of over seven feet, leatherback turtles are the world’s largest reptile. These unusual sea turtles have a thick, pliable shell that helps them to withstand great depths—they can swim more than one thousand meters below the surface in search of food. And what food source sustains these goliaths? Their diet consists almost exclusively of jellyfish, a meal they crisscross the oceans to find. Leatherbacks have been declining in recent decades, and some predict they will be gone by the end of this century. Why? Because of two primary factors: human redevelopment of nesting beaches and commercial fishing. There are only twenty-nine index beaches in the world where these turtles nest, and there is immense pressure to develop most of them into homes or resorts. At the same time, longline and gill net fisheries continue to overwhelm waters frequented by leatherbacks. In The Leatherback Turtle, James R. Spotila and Pilar Santidrián Tomillo bring together the world’s leading experts to produce a volume that reveals the biology of the leatherback while putting a spotlight on the conservation problems and solutions related to the species. The book leaves us with options: embark on the conservation strategy laid out within its pages and save one of nature’s most splendid creations, or watch yet another magnificent species disappear.
Juanito Jones – El circo se va al oeste
Author: Ricardo Alcántara
Publisher: Lindhardt og Ringhof
ISBN: 8726648504
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : es
Pages : 32
Book Description
Juanito Jones, nuestro intrépido aventurero, ha sido contratado por la señora Jackson para proteger su circo ambulante. Sin embargo, innumerables peligros se acercan, dispuestos a sabotear sus planes. ¿Será capaz Juanito de sortearlos todos? Ricardo Alcántara nació en Montevideo, Uruguay. Desde muy pequeño comprendió que la imaginación podía ser una buena compañera de viaje y, desde entonces, se volvieron inseparables. Durante un tiempo residió en Brasil, donde comenzó a escribir, y desde hace años está instalado en Barcelona, cerca del mar. Trabajó como actor, artesano, cocinero... Estudió psicología, y quizá eso lo ayudó a descubrirse a sí mismo y su verdadera vocación: inventar historias que luego escribe con su lápiz en una hoja de papel. Tiene 200 libros publicados, todos dirigidos a niños y jóvenes, y muchos de ellos han obtenido prestigiosos galardones como el Lazarillo, Serra d'Or, Apel·les Mestres, Espasa Calpe, White Ravens... Sus libros han sido traducidos con éxito al inglés, turco, alemán, francés, japonés, portugués, griego, coreano... También ha escrito obras de teatro y series de televisión.
Publisher: Lindhardt og Ringhof
ISBN: 8726648504
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : es
Pages : 32
Book Description
Juanito Jones, nuestro intrépido aventurero, ha sido contratado por la señora Jackson para proteger su circo ambulante. Sin embargo, innumerables peligros se acercan, dispuestos a sabotear sus planes. ¿Será capaz Juanito de sortearlos todos? Ricardo Alcántara nació en Montevideo, Uruguay. Desde muy pequeño comprendió que la imaginación podía ser una buena compañera de viaje y, desde entonces, se volvieron inseparables. Durante un tiempo residió en Brasil, donde comenzó a escribir, y desde hace años está instalado en Barcelona, cerca del mar. Trabajó como actor, artesano, cocinero... Estudió psicología, y quizá eso lo ayudó a descubrirse a sí mismo y su verdadera vocación: inventar historias que luego escribe con su lápiz en una hoja de papel. Tiene 200 libros publicados, todos dirigidos a niños y jóvenes, y muchos de ellos han obtenido prestigiosos galardones como el Lazarillo, Serra d'Or, Apel·les Mestres, Espasa Calpe, White Ravens... Sus libros han sido traducidos con éxito al inglés, turco, alemán, francés, japonés, portugués, griego, coreano... También ha escrito obras de teatro y series de televisión.
Bilingualism and Identity
Author: Mercedes Niño-Murcia
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing
ISBN: 9027290431
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 375
Book Description
Sociolinguists have been pursuing connections between language and identity for several decades. But how are language and identity related in bilingualism and multilingualism? Mobilizing the most current methodology, this collection presents new research on language identity and bilingualism in three regions where Spanish coexists with other languages. The cases are Spanish-English contact in the United States, Spanish-indigenous language contact in Latin America, and Spanish-regional language contact in Spain. This is the first comparativist book to examine language and identity construction among bi- or multilingual speakers while keeping one of the languages constant. The sociolinguistic standing of Spanish varies among the three regions depending whether or not it is a language of prestige. Comparisons therefore afford a strong constructivist perspective on how linguistic ideologies affect bi/multilingual identity formation.
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing
ISBN: 9027290431
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 375
Book Description
Sociolinguists have been pursuing connections between language and identity for several decades. But how are language and identity related in bilingualism and multilingualism? Mobilizing the most current methodology, this collection presents new research on language identity and bilingualism in three regions where Spanish coexists with other languages. The cases are Spanish-English contact in the United States, Spanish-indigenous language contact in Latin America, and Spanish-regional language contact in Spain. This is the first comparativist book to examine language and identity construction among bi- or multilingual speakers while keeping one of the languages constant. The sociolinguistic standing of Spanish varies among the three regions depending whether or not it is a language of prestige. Comparisons therefore afford a strong constructivist perspective on how linguistic ideologies affect bi/multilingual identity formation.
Myrtle Beach
Author: Barbara F. Stokes
Publisher: Univ of South Carolina Press
ISBN: 9781570036972
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Barbara F. Stokes provides the first comprehensive history of Myrtle Beachs quick rise to prominence as she maps the development of the Grand Strands centerpiece.
Publisher: Univ of South Carolina Press
ISBN: 9781570036972
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Barbara F. Stokes provides the first comprehensive history of Myrtle Beachs quick rise to prominence as she maps the development of the Grand Strands centerpiece.
Paletero Man
Author: Lucky Diaz
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0063089556
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A vibrant picture book celebrating the strength of community and the tastes of summer from Latin Grammy-winning musician Lucky Diaz and celebrated artist Micah Player. Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call? Paletas for one! Paletas for all! What’s the best way to cool off on a hot summer day? Run quick and find Paletero José! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy neighborhood in search of the Paletero Man. But when he finally catches up with him, our narrator’s pockets are empty. Oh no! What happened to his dinero? It will take the help of the entire community to get the tasty treat now. Full of musicality, generosity, kindness, and ice pops, this book is sure to satisfy fans of Thank You, Omu! and Carmela Full of Wishes. Includes Spanish words and phrases throughout, an author’s note from Lucky Diaz, and a link to a live version of the Lucky Band’s popular song that inspired the book. A Junior Library Guild Selection!
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0063089556
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A vibrant picture book celebrating the strength of community and the tastes of summer from Latin Grammy-winning musician Lucky Diaz and celebrated artist Micah Player. Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call? Paletas for one! Paletas for all! What’s the best way to cool off on a hot summer day? Run quick and find Paletero José! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy neighborhood in search of the Paletero Man. But when he finally catches up with him, our narrator’s pockets are empty. Oh no! What happened to his dinero? It will take the help of the entire community to get the tasty treat now. Full of musicality, generosity, kindness, and ice pops, this book is sure to satisfy fans of Thank You, Omu! and Carmela Full of Wishes. Includes Spanish words and phrases throughout, an author’s note from Lucky Diaz, and a link to a live version of the Lucky Band’s popular song that inspired the book. A Junior Library Guild Selection!
Barrio Rhythm
Author: Steven Joseph Loza
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
ISBN: 9780252062889
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 396
Book Description
The hit movie La Bamba (based on the life of Richie Valens), the versatile singer Linda Ronstadt, and the popular rock group Los Lobos all have roots in the dynamic music of the Mexican-American community in East Los Angeles. With the recent "Eastside Renaissance" in the area, barrio music has taken on symbolic power throughout the Southwest, yet its story has remained undocumented and virtually untold. In Barrio Rhythm, Steven Loza brings this hidden history to life, demonstrating the music's essential role in the cultural development of East Los Angeles and its influence on mainstream popular culture. Drawing from oral histories and other primary sources, as well as from appropriate representative songs, Loza provides a historical overview of the music from the nineteenth century to the present and offers in-depth profiles of nine Mexican-American artists, groups, and entrepreneurs in Southern California from the post-World War II era to the present. His interviews with many of today's most influential barrio musicians, including members of Los Lobos, Eddie Cano, Lalo Guerrero, and Willie chronicle the cultural forces active in this complex urban community.
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
ISBN: 9780252062889
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 396
Book Description
The hit movie La Bamba (based on the life of Richie Valens), the versatile singer Linda Ronstadt, and the popular rock group Los Lobos all have roots in the dynamic music of the Mexican-American community in East Los Angeles. With the recent "Eastside Renaissance" in the area, barrio music has taken on symbolic power throughout the Southwest, yet its story has remained undocumented and virtually untold. In Barrio Rhythm, Steven Loza brings this hidden history to life, demonstrating the music's essential role in the cultural development of East Los Angeles and its influence on mainstream popular culture. Drawing from oral histories and other primary sources, as well as from appropriate representative songs, Loza provides a historical overview of the music from the nineteenth century to the present and offers in-depth profiles of nine Mexican-American artists, groups, and entrepreneurs in Southern California from the post-World War II era to the present. His interviews with many of today's most influential barrio musicians, including members of Los Lobos, Eddie Cano, Lalo Guerrero, and Willie chronicle the cultural forces active in this complex urban community.