Author: Doug Lennox
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 1554882494
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
"When it rains, it pours," especially when it comes to best-selling author Doug Lennox’s Now You Know Extreme Weather. Global warming, killer hurricanes, murderous tornadoes, melting permafrost – weather concerns us all, and now with this tightly packed compenium of questions and answers, everyone can get the lowdown on things like: What makes a perfect storm perfect? Where’s the world’s hottest place? Why was Hurricane Katrina so destructive?
Now You Know Extreme Weather
Author: Doug Lennox
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 1554882494
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
"When it rains, it pours," especially when it comes to best-selling author Doug Lennox’s Now You Know Extreme Weather. Global warming, killer hurricanes, murderous tornadoes, melting permafrost – weather concerns us all, and now with this tightly packed compenium of questions and answers, everyone can get the lowdown on things like: What makes a perfect storm perfect? Where’s the world’s hottest place? Why was Hurricane Katrina so destructive?
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 1554882494
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
"When it rains, it pours," especially when it comes to best-selling author Doug Lennox’s Now You Know Extreme Weather. Global warming, killer hurricanes, murderous tornadoes, melting permafrost – weather concerns us all, and now with this tightly packed compenium of questions and answers, everyone can get the lowdown on things like: What makes a perfect storm perfect? Where’s the world’s hottest place? Why was Hurricane Katrina so destructive?
Swimming in the Monsoon Sea
Author: Shyam Selvadurai
Publisher: Tundra Books
ISBN: 1551997207
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Amrith comes to terms with his sexuality in this sweeping coming-of-age story set against the stormy backdrop of monsoon season in 1980s Sri Lanka. For fans of Call Me By Your Name. Shyam Selvadurai’s brilliant novels, Funny Boy and Cinnamon Gardens, have garnered him international acclaim. In his first young adult novel, he explores first love with clarity, humor and compassion. The setting is Sri Lanka, 1980, and it is the season of monsoons. Fourteen-year-old Amrith is caught up in the life of the cheerful, well-to-do household in which he is being raised by his vibrant Auntie Bundle and kindly Uncle Lucky. He tries not to think of his life “before,” when his doting mother was still alive. Amrith’s holiday plans seem unpromising: he wants to appear in his school’s production of Othello and he is learning to type at Uncle Lucky’s tropical fish business. Then, like an unexpected monsoon, his cousin arrives from Canada and Amrith’s ordered life is storm-tossed. He finds himself falling in love with the Canadian boy. Othello, with its powerful theme of disastrous jealousy, is the backdrop to the drama in which Amrith finds himself immersed.
Publisher: Tundra Books
ISBN: 1551997207
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Amrith comes to terms with his sexuality in this sweeping coming-of-age story set against the stormy backdrop of monsoon season in 1980s Sri Lanka. For fans of Call Me By Your Name. Shyam Selvadurai’s brilliant novels, Funny Boy and Cinnamon Gardens, have garnered him international acclaim. In his first young adult novel, he explores first love with clarity, humor and compassion. The setting is Sri Lanka, 1980, and it is the season of monsoons. Fourteen-year-old Amrith is caught up in the life of the cheerful, well-to-do household in which he is being raised by his vibrant Auntie Bundle and kindly Uncle Lucky. He tries not to think of his life “before,” when his doting mother was still alive. Amrith’s holiday plans seem unpromising: he wants to appear in his school’s production of Othello and he is learning to type at Uncle Lucky’s tropical fish business. Then, like an unexpected monsoon, his cousin arrives from Canada and Amrith’s ordered life is storm-tossed. He finds himself falling in love with the Canadian boy. Othello, with its powerful theme of disastrous jealousy, is the backdrop to the drama in which Amrith finds himself immersed.
G.K. Words YOU MUST KNOW
Author: ACME EDITORIAL BOARD
Publisher: Acme a point of perfection private limited
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
It is a book which must be read by all Indians to enrich their understanding about Indian history, Indian polity, Indian economy, Indian geography & computer. it will help them to understand the present scenario of the country.
Publisher: Acme a point of perfection private limited
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
It is a book which must be read by all Indians to enrich their understanding about Indian history, Indian polity, Indian economy, Indian geography & computer. it will help them to understand the present scenario of the country.
The New England Magazine
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : New England
Languages : en
Pages : 804
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : New England
Languages : en
Pages : 804
Book Description
The Protected Will Never Know
Author: Don Meyer
Publisher: Two Peas Publishing
ISBN: 0983761051
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
Entering the Army in June of 1969 and ¿In Country¿ by November, there began the journey. Vietnam was more than just a war. Vietnam was also the oppressive heat of the jungle, the bugs and mosquitoes, the snakes, the swamps and rice paddies, the monsoon rains and the constant grind of ¿Humping the Boonies.¿ But surviving Vietnam was more than dodging a bullet, it was about surviving your Tour of Duty with your mind and body still intact.
Publisher: Two Peas Publishing
ISBN: 0983761051
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
Entering the Army in June of 1969 and ¿In Country¿ by November, there began the journey. Vietnam was more than just a war. Vietnam was also the oppressive heat of the jungle, the bugs and mosquitoes, the snakes, the swamps and rice paddies, the monsoon rains and the constant grind of ¿Humping the Boonies.¿ But surviving Vietnam was more than dodging a bullet, it was about surviving your Tour of Duty with your mind and body still intact.
1000 Yard Stare
Author: Marc Waszkiewicz
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 0811765660
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 327
Book Description
A grunt’s-eye view of the Vietnam War through hundreds of personal photos Marc Waszkiewicz served three tours (1967, 1968, 1969) as an artillery forward observer with the U.S. Marine Corps in Vietnam, where he took thousands of photos capturing the beauty, drudgery, hilarity, and horror of the war. 1,000-Yard Stare collects the best of these in a book that presents an unvarnished grunt’s-eye view of the Vietnam War. These are amazing, well-shot photos--most of them color, many of them truly arresting--of Marines in the field, in camp, on base, fighting, patrolling, writing, drinking, carrying on. Some have the feeling of candid snapshots while others are more composed (Waszkiewicz was, and is, an amateur photographer), with subjects ranging from a gunner calculating ranges with pencil and protractor and a chaplain conducting a battlefield mass to grunts smoking illicit substances while pretending to fish and images of barbed wire twisting in the jungle and watchtowers at twilight. Also included are photographs from Waszkiewicz’s postwar decades of coming to terms with his experiences, such as a sequence of poignant photos from The Wall in Washington and his trip back to Vietnam. This is a visual memoir of the war.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 0811765660
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 327
Book Description
A grunt’s-eye view of the Vietnam War through hundreds of personal photos Marc Waszkiewicz served three tours (1967, 1968, 1969) as an artillery forward observer with the U.S. Marine Corps in Vietnam, where he took thousands of photos capturing the beauty, drudgery, hilarity, and horror of the war. 1,000-Yard Stare collects the best of these in a book that presents an unvarnished grunt’s-eye view of the Vietnam War. These are amazing, well-shot photos--most of them color, many of them truly arresting--of Marines in the field, in camp, on base, fighting, patrolling, writing, drinking, carrying on. Some have the feeling of candid snapshots while others are more composed (Waszkiewicz was, and is, an amateur photographer), with subjects ranging from a gunner calculating ranges with pencil and protractor and a chaplain conducting a battlefield mass to grunts smoking illicit substances while pretending to fish and images of barbed wire twisting in the jungle and watchtowers at twilight. Also included are photographs from Waszkiewicz’s postwar decades of coming to terms with his experiences, such as a sequence of poignant photos from The Wall in Washington and his trip back to Vietnam. This is a visual memoir of the war.
Know Your State Odisha
Author: Arihant Experts
Publisher: Arihant Publications India limited
ISBN: 9313193272
Category : Study Aids
Languages : en
Pages : 385
Book Description
Odisha is an eastern Indian state, which is rich in culture and traditions and is dotted with various ancient Hindu temples. Knowing its general knowledge is essential for aspirants who are preparing for OPSC and other state level examinations. “Know Your State Odisha” has been revised carefully and consciously to promote General Knowledge of this cultural and traditional state. It contains various chapters to foster the knowledge of its History, Geography, Economy, Polity, Art and Culture, Center and State Government Welfare Schemes and Current Affairs for candidates who are appearing in Odisha Public Service Commission and other state level examinations. Housed with more than 1100 Multiple Choice Questions at the end of each chapter for practice, it is a perfect reference book to get a quick, relevant and easy route for achieving success in the examination.
Publisher: Arihant Publications India limited
ISBN: 9313193272
Category : Study Aids
Languages : en
Pages : 385
Book Description
Odisha is an eastern Indian state, which is rich in culture and traditions and is dotted with various ancient Hindu temples. Knowing its general knowledge is essential for aspirants who are preparing for OPSC and other state level examinations. “Know Your State Odisha” has been revised carefully and consciously to promote General Knowledge of this cultural and traditional state. It contains various chapters to foster the knowledge of its History, Geography, Economy, Polity, Art and Culture, Center and State Government Welfare Schemes and Current Affairs for candidates who are appearing in Odisha Public Service Commission and other state level examinations. Housed with more than 1100 Multiple Choice Questions at the end of each chapter for practice, it is a perfect reference book to get a quick, relevant and easy route for achieving success in the examination.
Know Your State Assam
Author: Arihant Experts
Publisher: Arihant Publications India limited
ISBN: 9313197081
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Many people might have encountered questions being asked from the place they live during their interview or might have noticed wide range of questions belonging to different places under the section of General Awareness which is also termed as Current Affairs. With the rapidly growing competition level, the need of being aware of General Knowledge is rising considerably. Arihant’s Know Your States Series of books updated with latest facts and informations of different states of India promote a huge amount of knowledge which has been helping students in an effective way since long time. The current edition of Know Your States Assam explores the complete coverage of History, Geography, Economy, Polity and Art & Culture of this North-Eastern Region which is famous in its own ways. It is incorporated with essential chapterwise theories and presents an appropriate number of MCQs to prepare for APSC and other State Level Exams. A premium book for aspirants as well as travelers, it continues to impress its readers largely.
Publisher: Arihant Publications India limited
ISBN: 9313197081
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Many people might have encountered questions being asked from the place they live during their interview or might have noticed wide range of questions belonging to different places under the section of General Awareness which is also termed as Current Affairs. With the rapidly growing competition level, the need of being aware of General Knowledge is rising considerably. Arihant’s Know Your States Series of books updated with latest facts and informations of different states of India promote a huge amount of knowledge which has been helping students in an effective way since long time. The current edition of Know Your States Assam explores the complete coverage of History, Geography, Economy, Polity and Art & Culture of this North-Eastern Region which is famous in its own ways. It is incorporated with essential chapterwise theories and presents an appropriate number of MCQs to prepare for APSC and other State Level Exams. A premium book for aspirants as well as travelers, it continues to impress its readers largely.
Know Your State Bihar
Author: Arihant Experts
Publisher: Arihant Publications India limited
ISBN: 9313199750
Category : Study Aids
Languages : en
Pages : 430
Book Description
Bihar is the eastern state of India. It is one of the fastest growing states in India. Bihar is the fourth largest producer of vegetables and the eight largest producers of fruits in India. This state has high agricultural production making it one of the strongest sectors of the state. About 80 per cent of the state’s population is employed in agriculture, which is much higher as compared to India’s average. The state has a large base of cost-effective industrial Labour, making it an ideal destination for a wide range of industries. General knowledge of Bihar is essential for various competitive examinations and especially for the students who are appearing for Bihar Public Service commission (BPSC) and other state level examinations. The current edition of ‘Know Your State – Bihar’ gives the detailed study of History, Geography, Economy, Polity, Art & Culture, Center and State government welfare schemes and Current Affairs of Bihar. A systematic Chapter wise study will mark improvement in the performance of the students, moreover Tables, boxes and figures gives better representation for memorizing the main points. More than 1100 MCQs have been provided at the end of each chapter that helps in understanding and preparing the subject at the exam point-of-view level. This book comes a quick, relevant and easy route for achieving in the examination. TABLE OF CONTENT Bihar: Basic Information, Ancient History of Bihar, Medieval History of Bihar, Modern History of Bihar, Tribal Revolts of Bihar, Formation of Bihar, Freedom Movements in Bihar, Formation of Bihar, Geographical Structure of Bihar, Climate and Soil of Bihar, Rivers and Drainage System, Natural Vegetation of Bihar, National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries of Bihar, Agriculture and Animal Husbandry in Bihar, Irrigation and Multi-purpose Projects in Bihar, Minerals and Energy Resources, Industries of Bihar, Transport on Bihar, Communication in Bihar, Administrative Set- up of Bihar, Bihar Judiciary, Local Self- Government in Bihar, District Profile of Bihar, Tourism in Bihar, Language and Literature in Bihar, Art and Crafts of Bihar, Music and Dance in Bihar, Fairs and Festival of Bihar, Sports and Awards in Bihar, Education and Health in Bihar, Tribes of Bihar, Demographic Profile of Bihar, Social Welfare Scheme of Bihar, Current Affairs.
Publisher: Arihant Publications India limited
ISBN: 9313199750
Category : Study Aids
Languages : en
Pages : 430
Book Description
Bihar is the eastern state of India. It is one of the fastest growing states in India. Bihar is the fourth largest producer of vegetables and the eight largest producers of fruits in India. This state has high agricultural production making it one of the strongest sectors of the state. About 80 per cent of the state’s population is employed in agriculture, which is much higher as compared to India’s average. The state has a large base of cost-effective industrial Labour, making it an ideal destination for a wide range of industries. General knowledge of Bihar is essential for various competitive examinations and especially for the students who are appearing for Bihar Public Service commission (BPSC) and other state level examinations. The current edition of ‘Know Your State – Bihar’ gives the detailed study of History, Geography, Economy, Polity, Art & Culture, Center and State government welfare schemes and Current Affairs of Bihar. A systematic Chapter wise study will mark improvement in the performance of the students, moreover Tables, boxes and figures gives better representation for memorizing the main points. More than 1100 MCQs have been provided at the end of each chapter that helps in understanding and preparing the subject at the exam point-of-view level. This book comes a quick, relevant and easy route for achieving in the examination. TABLE OF CONTENT Bihar: Basic Information, Ancient History of Bihar, Medieval History of Bihar, Modern History of Bihar, Tribal Revolts of Bihar, Formation of Bihar, Freedom Movements in Bihar, Formation of Bihar, Geographical Structure of Bihar, Climate and Soil of Bihar, Rivers and Drainage System, Natural Vegetation of Bihar, National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries of Bihar, Agriculture and Animal Husbandry in Bihar, Irrigation and Multi-purpose Projects in Bihar, Minerals and Energy Resources, Industries of Bihar, Transport on Bihar, Communication in Bihar, Administrative Set- up of Bihar, Bihar Judiciary, Local Self- Government in Bihar, District Profile of Bihar, Tourism in Bihar, Language and Literature in Bihar, Art and Crafts of Bihar, Music and Dance in Bihar, Fairs and Festival of Bihar, Sports and Awards in Bihar, Education and Health in Bihar, Tribes of Bihar, Demographic Profile of Bihar, Social Welfare Scheme of Bihar, Current Affairs.
Climate: A Very Short Introduction
Author: Mark Maslin
Publisher: OUP Oxford
ISBN: 0191653926
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
In this wide-ranging Very Short Introduction to climate, Mark Maslin considers all aspects of the global climate system, exploring and explaining the different components that control climate on Earth. He considers the processes that allow energy to reach the Earth and how it is redistributed around the planet by the ocean-atmosphere system; the relationship and differences between climate and the weather; how climate has affected life on Earth and human settlements; and the cyclic and quasi-cyclic features of climate such as the Milankovitch cycles and El Nino. He concludes by touching on the issue of climate change, and outlines some of the approaches that are now being taken to tackle it. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Publisher: OUP Oxford
ISBN: 0191653926
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
In this wide-ranging Very Short Introduction to climate, Mark Maslin considers all aspects of the global climate system, exploring and explaining the different components that control climate on Earth. He considers the processes that allow energy to reach the Earth and how it is redistributed around the planet by the ocean-atmosphere system; the relationship and differences between climate and the weather; how climate has affected life on Earth and human settlements; and the cyclic and quasi-cyclic features of climate such as the Milankovitch cycles and El Nino. He concludes by touching on the issue of climate change, and outlines some of the approaches that are now being taken to tackle it. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.