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Thomas Bird found himself in southern China free from any serious commitments. His rock band had just split up, he'd left his job as the Shenzhen editor of a lifestyle magazine and his girlfriend disappeared from his life. Seeking the tonic of travel, Bird hit the railroad with a plan... to explore The People's Republic of China by train. The country was in the midst of a railway building boom the likes of which the world has never seen, and Bird...
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A memoir of one academic's lifelong fascination with China, examining China's history, as well as its relationship with Canada.
Brian Evans blends memoir and history to draw a vivid picture of China and its cultural outreach over the past three decades. His historical and sociological insights as student, scholar, and administrator form an authentic commentary as he discusses China and the Cold War, the Cultural Revolution, the post-Mao transformation...
403) Singapore Noir
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Launched with the summer '04 award-winning best seller Brooklyn Noir, Akashic Books continues its groundbreaking series of original noir anthologies. Each book is comprised of all-new stories, each one set in a distinct neighborhood or location within the city of the book. Brand-new stories by: Colin Goh, Simon Tay/Donald Tee Quee Ho, Philip Jeyaretnam, Colin Cheong, Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, Monica Bhide, S.J. Rozan, Lawrence Osborne, Suchen Christine...
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"Bhopal Gas Tragedy: Unraveling the Catastrophe of 1984" delves deep into one of the world's most devastating industrial disasters. This comprehensive account sheds light on the events leading up to and following the infamous gas leak that occurred in Bhopal, India. In December 1984, a toxic gas leak from the Union Carbide pesticide plant engulfed the city of Bhopal, leaving thousands dead and countless others suffering from long-term health effects....
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"A ferocious conflict between Mongol and Samurai.
The Japanese word 'Ghenko' is the term employed for the Mongol invasion of Japan. The event was an immensely significant one for the Japanese and it remained so for centuries because, in part, the defeat of the invaders was attributed to divine intervention. There can be little doubt that Japan's salvation had much to do with the fact that they are an island race and in that they have much in common...
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This volume of The Grand Scribe's Records includes the second segment of Han-dynasty memoirs and deals primarily with men who lived and served under Emperor Wu (r. 141—87 B.C.). The lead chapter presents a parallel biography of two ancient physicians, Pien Ch'üeh and Ts'ang Kung, providing a transition between the founding of the Han dynasty and its heyday under Wu. The account of Liu P'i is framed by the great rebellion he led in 154 B.C. and...
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An extensive guide to Japan's Naval Air Force Fighter Units and their ace pilots during conflicts in the 1930s and '40s, now in English.
The book begins by looking at the land- and aircraft carrier-based navy fighter units and their operations from 1932 to 1945, as well as their history and achievements. This is followed with biographical details for all pilots who claimed eight or more aerial victories.
The thorough appendix provides detailed...
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Picture yourself in China with this fun, graphic-novel inspired introduction to China, its culture and people! Ready to gain insight into Chinese culture in a fascinating way? This comprehensive introduction to Chinese culture lets you peer into what makes China unique-its people. Firsthand tips, background info, and illustrations give you graphic impressions of the real China, and allow you to get a feel for not only what it's like, but how to survive...
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Author William Craig traveled to three different continents, reviewed thousands of documents, and interviewed hundreds of survivors to write these New York Times–bestselling histories, bringing the Eastern Front and the Pacific Theater of World War II to vivid life. The Fall of Japan masterfully recounts the dramatic events that brought an end to the Pacific War and forced a once-mighty nation to surrender unconditionally. From the ferocious fighting...
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Batavia, Dutch East Indies, 1942.
Emmy has the voice of an angel but hasn't sung a note since her mother's tragic death. Instead, Emmy's primary concerns are to enjoy adventures with her Javanese friend, Bakti; to avoid interacting with her snooty Dutch classmate, Violet; and to convince her father to let her stay in Batavia instead of shipping her off to singing school in England. Then the Japanese army invades Batavia-and as war erupts in the Dutch...
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Ayya's Accounts explores the life of an ordinary man-orphan, refugee, shopkeeper, and grandfather-during a century of tremendous hope and upheaval. Born in colonial India into a despised caste of former tree climbers, Ayya lost his mother as a child and came of age in a small town in lowland Burma. Forced to flee at the outbreak of World War II, he made a treacherous 1,700-mile journey by foot, boat, bullock cart, and rail back to southern India....
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Originally published in 1902, 'Chinese Pictures-Notes on Photographs Made in China' immerses readers in the enigmatic world of China through the remarkable perspective of Isabella L. Bird, an intrepid explorer and perceptive chronicler. This exceptional compilation encapsulates Bird's astute observations and evocative descriptions, complementing a striking series of photographs captured during her extensive sojourns across China.
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In this eloquent and wholly absorbing memoir, the renowned scholar Donald Keene shares more than half a century of his extraordinary adventures as a student of Japan. Keene begins with an account of his bittersweet childhood in New York; then he describes his initial encounters with Asia and Europe and the way in which World War II complicated that experience. He captures the sights, scents, and sounds of Japan as they first enveloped him, and talks...
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Inspired by Hansel and Gretel, this spooky ghost story and touching debut investigates the gingerbread houses that we trap ourselves in when we don't learn to love ourselves as we are, perfect for fans of Ghost Squad and The Girl and the Ghost.
Bee wanted to spend the summer reading Betsy Chillers books and exploring the new spooky theme park with her best friend. Instead, she's spending the summer trapped at Storm Lake with her too loud, too thrifty,...
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An intimate portrait of the postwar lives of Korean children and women
Korean children and women are the forgotten population of a forgotten war. Yet during and after the Korean War, they were central to the projection of US military, cultural, and political dominance. Framed by War examines how the Korean orphan, GI baby, adoptee, birth mother, prostitute, and bride emerged at the heart of empire. Strained embodiments of war, they brought Americans...
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The 53 Stations of the Tōkaidō by Kano Shugen Sadanobu (Sadanobu II) is a series of 50 miniature prints published by the Tokyo Metro Library to ukiyo-e.org.
It is interesting for the Tōkaidō subject, because it is in reverse order, the trip going from Kyoto to Edo, like the Tōkaidō meisho zue from 1797 ISBN 978-1-63752-657-6.
It is miniature copies of Hiroshige's Kichizo Tōkaidō, and the main difference is that the artist lightens Hiroshige's...
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After the trauma of mass violence and massive population movements around the partition of India and Pakistan in 1947, both new nation states faced the enormous challenge of creating new national narratives, symbols, and histories, as well as a new framework for their political life. While leadership in India claimed the anti-colonial movement, Gandhi, and a civilizational legacy in the subcontinent, the new political elite in Pakistan were faced...
418) The Anatomy of God
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What does God (eeshwar, allah) look like exactly? What is the structure, shape, color? How many forms does God have? Or is God formless? Does God look like air/fire? Does God live in space? Is Jupiter the address of God? Does God live in another galaxy? Is God an electron, proton or magnetic force? How is God able to control the universe without being seen? All questions answered with proof.Many religions preach that God looks like a man. They say...
419) The Pulse of Change: Society and Culture in the Three Kingdoms Era: War's Impact on Everyday Life
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Embark on a captivating journey through the vibrant world of the Three Kingdoms Era, where history, intrigue, and cultural richness converge. "The Pulse of Change" is a definitive exploration of the societal and cultural landscape that shaped one of China's most legendary periods. Immerse yourself in the captivating narratives, untold stories, and profound insights that will transport you back to a time of heroic figures, fierce battles, and profound...
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A panda bear and his woodland friends must save the Sichuan Forest from careless developers in this illustrated children's book.
Giant the panda is lounging in the majestic forest, chewing on bamboo shoots, when a forest fire starts. People from the city are clear-burning the forest for development! Giant seeks help and tries to extinguish the fire. It will take the heroic efforts of Giant and his friends to save the Sichuan forest and its many...
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