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Published by Airphoto International Lt, Hong Kong, 2008
ISBN 10: 9622177964ISBN 13: 9789622177963
Seller: Ground Zero Books, Ltd., Silver Spring, MD, U.S.A.
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Trade paperback. Condition: Good. Xia Ju-xian (Photographer) and Cheng Dalin (Photog (illustrator). 32 pages. Color Illustrations. Map inside folding front cover. Chronology. Ex-Library with usual library markings. Reference Chinese Text provided by Guo Baofa. Englishman William Lindesay studied geography and geology at Liverpool University and in 1987 made what China's official Xinhua News Agency described as "the most successful foreign exploration of the Great Wall" in a 2,470 km solo adventure. In 1974, near Xi'an in central China, villagers chanced upon what has become one of the world's most astonishing archaeological finds--an 8,000-man army in battle-ready formation, each warrior a life-size figure in pottery made over 2,200 years ago. The incredible army comes to life in photographs, diagrams and lucid text. Who commissioned this massive military tableau? What was its purpose? How many people worked on it and for how long? The answers are all here in this book-the amazing story behind The Close Up series was the first of its kind to give the reader a fascinating, concise introduction to over 100 individual aspects of China and its peoples, past and present. Each topic is presented by chosen experts in their fields who wrote with brevity for the intelligent reader. Illuminating text are supported by the work of international photographers, with maps and diagrams, to give a Close Up picture that satisfies the curiosity which encouraging further reading. Together, the title build up to an encyclopedia covering every wonderful aspect of China, a vast country that is only now revealing its true mystery and magnificence. Reprints of 1998 edition published by Odyssey Publications Ltd.
Published by Airphoto International, Hong Kong, 2005
ISBN 10: 9622176836ISBN 13: 9789622176836
Seller: Books of the World, Arlington, VA, U.S.A.
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Trade Paperback. Condition: New. Fourth Edition. Hong Kong: Airphoto International, 2005. Trade Paperback. Fourth Edition. New. Pristine inside and out. Not a remainder. Not damaged. 306 pages. The most recent edition of the classic art historian's guide to the temples of Angkor with detailed information on 41 sites. The book has three sections. The first contains background information on Khmer history, religious beliefs and legends depicted on the bas-reliefs, as well as descriptions of the decorations and architectural features. The second part is a detailed, monument-by-monument guide to the sites, including detailed maps and plans, while the third has practical information for staying and getting around in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh.
Published by Airphoto International., Hong Kong., 1999
Seller: Asia Bookroom ANZAAB/ILAB, Canberra, ACT, Australia
Front endpaper map, colour plates, 32pp, a very good paperback copy.
Published by Airphoto International Ltd., Hong Kong, 2012
ISBN 10: 9622178243ISBN 13: 9789622178243
Seller: Pegasus Books, Farmington Hills, MI, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Updated Edition Series; B&W Map & Color Illustrations; 8.2 X 6.0 X 1.1 inches; 583 pages; Soft cover is self wraps. Spine is white with red lettering. NEW. Extensively illustrated with mostly color pictures and any maps. 'o the modern reader, the Silk Road conjures up images of fabled cities and exotic lands, of long-gone empires and great conquerors. Place names such as Samarkand, Bukhara, Khotan or Chang'an continue to fascinate with the richness of their past. In this authoritative book, Luce Boulnois explores the encounter between East and West across the vast continental expanse that separates the Mediterranean world from the Chinese one. She unravels in a clear and compelling way the complex threads that make up the history of these great overland trade routes, which allowed the transmission across the world of ideas and beliefs, techniques and works of art, helping to shape the civilizations that flourished along the way. How did the Romans, following in the footsteps of the Greeks, discover these far-flung regions? What did the Chinese know of the European world? How did they manage to keep the secret of silk manufacture safe for centuries? Did Marco Polo really go to China, or was he just a clever impostor? In navigating through these questions, Luce Boulnois enlightens us about the relationship between the East and the West and their influence on each other in the light of the latest archeological discoveries, while also taking into account the recent geopolitical upheavals that have swept through these regions. This book meets academic requirements while remaining as readable as a novel. This 2012 edition has been revised by Bradley Mayhew. ' index.
Published by Airphoto International Ltd, Hong Kong, 2015
ISBN 10: 9622178596ISBN 13: 9789622178595
Seller: Pegasus Books, Farmington Hills, MI, U.S.A.
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Softcover. Condition: New. Color & Map; 7 x 9 3/4"; 147 pages; NEW. Softcover has red spine with yellow lettering. Illustrated with color pictures and a map. 'The F. D. N. Y. Is the United States largest and most storied fire department. Filled with full-color photographs of firefighting equipment, memorabilia, and notable fires, F. D. N. Y. Tells the story of the New York City Fire Department from the Colonial era through 2001 attack on the World Trade Center to today. Based on the unparalleled collection of the New York City Fire Museum, F. D. N. Y. Documents the New York s "Bravest" as they have fought fires, including the Great Fire of 1835 and the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire, in a challenging and constantly changing city. For the 150th anniversary of the department s founding, the second edition of F. D. N. Y. Adds 16 pages on the department s improvements since 9/11. Packed with photos showing how firefighters are dealing with 21st century threats such as the continuing challenge of terrorism, the 2003 Blackout, and Hurricane Sandy. '.
Published by Airphoto International Ltd, Hong Kong, 2015
ISBN 10: 9622178251ISBN 13: 9789622178250
Seller: Pegasus Books, Farmington Hills, MI, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: New. Color & Map; 7 x 9 3/4"; 147 pages; NEW. Hard cover has red spine with yellow lettering. Illustrated with color pictures and a map. 'The F. D. N. Y. Is the United States largest and most storied fire department. Filled with full-color photographs of firefighting equipment, memorabilia, and notable fires, F. D. N. Y. Tells the story of the New York City Fire Department from the Colonial era through 2001 attack on the World Trade Center to today. Based on the unparalleled collection of the New York City Fire Museum, F. D. N. Y. Documents the New York s "Bravest" as they have fought fires, including the Great Fire of 1835 and the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire, in a challenging and constantly changing city. For the 150th anniversary of the department s founding, the second edition of F. D. N. Y. Adds 16 pages on the department s improvements since 9/11. Packed with photos showing how firefighters are dealing with 21st century threats such as the continuing challenge of terrorism, the 2003 Blackout, and Hurricane Sandy. '.
Published by Odyssey Publications; Airphoto International Ltd., Hong Kong * * * * *, 2007
ISBN 10: 9622177883ISBN 13: 9789622177888
Seller: L. Michael, North Hollywood, CA, U.S.A.
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Soft cover. Condition: Fine. Map: Fine/, 2007 (illustrator). Map: Fine/, $589.80, Reduced From. 9789622177888 the ANCIENT SILK ROAD MAP: an Illustrated Map Featuring the Ancient Network of Routes Between CHINA and EUROPE; One large overview map and three detailed regional maps. Comprehensive notes with cultural and Historical information on key places and people, 35 superb colour photographs, easy~to~use fold~out format. ONLINE Synopsis: Made famous in the West by the Venetian adventurer, Marco Polo, the ancient Silk Road spanned one-quarter of the circumference of the Earth. An intricate network of trading routes, in its heyday it stretched from Lyoyang and Xi'an in China, through Central Asia to Istanbul and Rome, perhaps the first example of the globalisation of trade. Untold perils, both natural and man-made, awaited the hardy merchants and travellers who ventured along the Silk Road's many branches in search of profit, learning or simply adventure. Conquering armies, too, swept back and forth throughout the centuries of the Road's existence. All have left their mark in some way. Inside are four detailed maps of the Silk Road's arteries supplemented by 35 colour photographs and historical notes on key places and notable people.* TUCKER, Jonathan; TOZER, Antonia Odyssey Publications; Airphoto International Ltd. 2007 Hong Kong * * * * * UnStated Edition Tall Wide Folding Map S/c Soft Cover Map: Fine/, Slight, Shelf, Edge And Corner Wear. Pages Printed On 0ff~White Paper, Clean And Tight To The Spine, In Fine/ Condition. Appear To Be Viewed. D/j: None. This Item Will Be Sent Wrapped In Plastic, Taped Shut And In A = Padded Mailing Envelope To Prevent Shipping Damage So That It Will Arrive In The Description Described Which Applies To This B00K, Only. = No Odors, No Writing, No Names, No Rippling, Not Stuck Together, No Book Plate, Not X~Library, No Other Marks. = Will Make It, An Excellent Addition To Your Own Personal Library Collection, Or As A Gift, For The Discriminating Reader / Collector. = WORLD WIDE SHIPPING, AVAILABLE *. Signed by Author(s).