Download or read book School Ship Tobermory written by Alexander McCall Smith and published by Delacorte Press. This book was released on 2016-10-11 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author of the beloved No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency draws from his own sailing experience to deliver this rip-roaring adventure on the high seas. The first volume in a middle-grade adventure-mystery series perfect for boys and girls! Ben and Fee MacTavish are twins who’ve been homeschooled on a submarine. Now they’re heading to the School Ship Tobermory. This is no ordinary school—it’s a sailing ship where kids from around the world train to be sailors and learn about all things nautical. Come aboard as the kids set sail for their first adventure. Ben and Fee make friends as they adjust to life aboard the Tobermory. When a film crew arrives on a nearby ship, the Albatross, Ben is one of the lucky kids chosen as a movie extra. But after a day’s filming, his suspicions are aroused. Are the director and crew really shooting a film? Or are they protecting a secret on the lower decks of the Albatross? Ben, Fee, and their friends set out to investigate. Are they prepared for what they might find?
Download or read book Ship of Miracles written by Bill Gilbert and published by Triumph Books. This book was released on 2000-09 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It was a miracle worthy of the season. When Captain Leonard La Rue spied from his twelve-man merchant ship, the Meredith Victory, the throng of Korean refugees on the docks of a city in flames, he didn't hesitate to do what others would consider impossible. In December of 1950, La Rue and his skeleton crew rescued fourteen thousand Korean refugees from the hands of the rapidly-approaching Chinese army in the city of Hungnam. Through the night and next day, a seemingly endless succession of refugees boarded the Meredith, their will to live and strong spirit steeling them against the bitter cold and incredibly crowded conditions. Standing shoulder to shoulder for three days the refugees and crew stoically endured as La Rue steered the ship through sea battle, a thirty-mile web of sea mines, and enemy shelling. "Ship of Miracles" is the incredible story of what has been called "the greatest rescue operation by a single ship in the history of mankind." Against all odds, the little merchant vessel transported its precious cargo to the island of Koje-Do on Christmas Eve completely unharmed, all fourteen thousand refugees alive and well, including an additional five new lives begun on this incredible journey. As the fiftieth anniversary of this miraculous rescue approaches, "Ship of Miracles" is as touching today as it was then; a tale you'll hold close to your heart, and return to time and again. While the United States Navy prepares to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the perilous evacuation at Hungnam and honor the Meredith Victory's miraculous feat, read this never-before-told account from the crew themselves, as they relate the incredible and unbelievable details of their three-day journey from fear to freedom.
Download or read book Alexander and the Magic Boat written by Katharine Holabird and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 1990 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alexander, a little boy with a big imagination, takes his mother on a voyage in his magic boat.
Download or read book Ship 17 written by Alexander Belov and published by Ships and boats of the Canopic Region in Egypt. This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A study of the construction, structure and identification of Ship 17, a Late Period baris-vessel discovered during underwater excavations at Thonis-Heracleion, a sunken city in Aboukir Bay. Ship 17 is placed within the traditions of naval architecture both in Egypt and the wider Mediterranean.
Download or read book Alexander Ship Log Book written by Alexander (Ship) and published by . This book was released on 1802 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Log book kept by John Brown, captain of the Ship Alexander, as he traveled from Boston to Canton, China (now Guangzhou) and back. The voyage took 22 months and covered nearly 23,600 miles. Entries contain the distance covered, wind directions, the course direction, and a summary of the day's activity. The captain would note if anyone on board was sick, any other ships they encountered, and other pertinent information.
Download or read book The Anabasis of Alexander written by Arrian and published by Wyatt North Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2020-01-09 with total page 619 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Anabasis of Alexander is an account of Alexander the Great's campaigns. It was written in the second century A.D. by Arrian of Nicomedia.
Download or read book The Anabasis of Alexander written by Arrian of Nicomedia and published by Namaskar Books. This book was released on 101-01-01 with total page 1394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Anabasis of Alexander by Arrian of Nicomedia: Travel back in time to the conquests of Alexander the Great with "The Anabasis of Alexander" by Arrian of Nicomedia. This historical account vividly chronicles Alexander's campaigns, offering a detailed and immersive portrayal of one of history's greatest military leaders. Why This Book? Arrian of Nicomedia's "The Anabasis of Alexander" provides a firsthand account of the epic journeys and conquests of Alexander the Great. This historical masterpiece offers readers a captivating glimpse into the strategic brilliance and courage that defined an era. Arrian of Nicomedia, a Greek historian and military commander, cements his legacy with this detailed account of Alexander the Great's exploits. "The Anabasis of Alexander" remains an essential read for history enthusiasts and admirers of ancient warfare.
Download or read book Anabasis of Alexander written by Arrien and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2023-10-01 with total page 1419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Anabasis of Alexander by Arrian of Nicomedia: Arrian, a Greek historian, provides a detailed and authoritative account of the conquests and military campaigns of Alexander the Great. Drawing on historical sources and firsthand testimonies, this captivating narrative offers valuable insights into the life, leadership, and extraordinary achievements of one of history's greatest military commanders. Key Aspects of The Book “The Anabasis of Alexander” Chronicles the life and military campaigns of Alexander the Great. Offers a comprehensive and meticulous historical record of the events. Explores the strategies, tactics, and impact of Alexander's conquests on ancient civilizations. Please let me know if there are any specific book descriptions or key points you would like me to provide. The Anabasis of Alexander by Arrian of Nicomedia: Arrian of Nicomedia, a meticulous chronicler, provides a detailed account of Alexander the Great's epic conquests in The Anabasis of Alexander. Drawing on historical sources and personal observations, Arrian paints a vivid portrait of the Macedonian king and his audacious military campaigns. Through his meticulous research and engaging prose, Arrian brings to life the triumphs and challenges faced by one of history's greatest military leaders.
Download or read book Alexander written by Theodore Ayrault Dodge and published by Tales End Press. This book was released on 2012-08-04 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A classic history of one of the world's greatest military commanders. At the age of 20, Alexander the Great inherited the near-bankrupt kingdom of Macedonia and its small but revolutionary army, built around an unbreakable infantry phalanx and a shock cavalry force. In just ten years, he led this army on a march of conquest across most of the known world: Greece, Asia Minor, the Near East, Egypt, the lands of the Fertile Crescent, and on into what we now know as Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India. Undefeated in battle, in his short life he immeasurably changed the course of history. Theodore Ayrault Dodge's account of the campaigns was first published in 1890, as part of his “Great Captains” series. The author, an experienced military officer and historian, follows the entire career of Alexander the Great, reconstructs his army, his strategy, and all of his battles, and explains his lasting impact on the art of war. The result is a classic military history and biography. This ebook edition includes an active table of contents, reflowable text, and over 200 campaign maps, battle diagrams, and illustrations.
Download or read book Tarquin s Ship written by Alexander McKee and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Campaigns of Alexander written by Arrian and published by Tales End Press. This book was released on 2012-08-05 with total page 463 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Arrian's history of Alexander the Great is our most complete and reliable account of the world's greatest conqueror. Writing in the Roman Empire during the 2nd century AD, Arrian was a Greek historian, philosopher, and military commander. For this work, also known as “The Anabasis of Alexander,” he had access to many sources which are now sadly lost. Thankfully for us, he cites them by name, weighs their truthfulness and motives, and records what he believes to be the most probable story of Alexander's intentions and deeds. The result is a brilliant description of the young Macedonian prince, and of how he conquered most of the known world in just ten years. This ebook edition includes an active table of contents, reflowable text, and extensive footnotes by E. J. Chinnock on the geography, culture, and history of Alexander's world.
Download or read book Should the Business Men of the United States Support the Alexander Shipping Bill and Why written by Benjamin Jefferson Rosenthal and published by . This book was released on 1916 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Ring of Steel written by Alexander Watson and published by Basic Books. This book was released on 2014-10-07 with total page 451 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A prize-winning, magisterial history of World War I from the perspective of the defeated Central Powers For the Central Powers, the First World War started with high hopes for an easy victory. But those hopes soon deteriorated as Germany's attack on France failed, Austria-Hungary's armies suffered catastrophic losses, and Britain's ruthless blockade brought both nations to the brink of starvation. The Central powers were trapped in the Allies' ever-tightening Ring of Steel. In this compelling history, Alexander Watson retells the war from the perspective of its losers: not just the leaders in Berlin and Vienna, but the people of Central Europe. The war shattered their societies, destroyed their states, and imparted a poisonous legacy of bitterness and violence. A major reevaluation of the First World War, Ring of Steel is essential for anyone seeking to understand the last century of European history.
Download or read book Alexander written by Guy Maclean Rogers and published by Random House. This book was released on 2004-11-02 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For nearly two and a half millennia, Alexander the Great has loomed over history as a legend–and an enigma. Wounded repeatedly but always triumphant in battle, he conquered most of the known world, only to die mysteriously at the age of thirty-two. In his day he was revered as a god; in our day he has been reviled as a mass murderer, a tyrant as brutal as Stalin or Hitler. Who was the man behind the mask of power? Why did Alexander embark on an unprecedented program of global domination? What accounted for his astonishing success on the battlefield? In this luminous new biography, the esteemed classical scholar and historian Guy MacLean Rogers sifts through thousands of years of history and myth to uncover the truth about this complex, ambiguous genius. Ascending to the throne of Macedonia after the assassination of his father, King Philip II, Alexander discovered while barely out of his teens that he had an extraordinary talent and a boundless appetite for military conquest. A virtuoso of violence, he was gifted with an uncanny ability to visualize how a battle would unfold, coupled with devastating decisiveness in the field. Granicus, Issos, Gaugamela, Hydaspes–as the victories mounted, Alexander’s passion for conquest expanded from cities to countries to continents. When Persia, the greatest empire of his day, fell before him, he marched at once on India, intending to add it to his holdings. As Rogers shows, Alexander’s military prowess only heightened his exuberant sexuality. Though his taste for multiple partners, both male and female, was tolerated, Alexander’s relatively enlightened treatment of women was nothing short of revolutionary. He outlawed rape, he placed intelligent women in positions of authority, and he chose his wives from among the peoples he conquered. Indeed, as Rogers argues, Alexander’s fascination with Persian culture, customs, and sexual practices may have led to his downfall, perhaps even to his death. Alexander emerges as a charismatic and surprisingly modern figure–neither a messiah nor a genocidal butcher but one of the most imaginative and daring military tacticians of all time. Balanced and authoritative, this brilliant portrait brings Alexander to life as a man, without diminishing the power of the legend.
Download or read book Boats written by and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 1992 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the functions and inner workings of various kinds of boats, including the rowing boat, cargo boat, and racing yacht.
Download or read book The Persian Alexander written by and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-10-27 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alexander the Great (356-333 BC) was to capture the imagination of his contemporaries and future generations. His image abounds in various cultures and literatures - Eastern and Western - and spread around the globe through oral and literary media at an astonishing rate during late antiquity and the early Islamic period. The first Iskandarnama, or 'The Book of Alexander', now held in a private collection in Tehran, is the oldest prose version of the Alexander romance in the Persian tradition. Thought to have been written at some point between the eleventh and fourteenth centuries by an unknown author, the lively narrative recasts Alexander as Iskandar, a Muslim champion - a king and prophet, albeit flawed but heroic, and remarkably appropriated to Islam, though the historic Alexander lived and died some 1,000 years before the birth of the faith. This new English translation of the under-studied text is the first to be presented unabridged and sheds fresh light onto the shape and structure of this vital document.In so doing it invites a reconsideration of the transformation of a Western historical figure - and one-time mortal enemy of Persia - into a legendary hero adopted by Iranian historiographic myth-making. Evangelos Venetis, the translator, also offers a textual analysis, providing much-needed context and explanations on both content and subsequent reception. This landmark publication will be invaluable to students and scholars of classical Persian literature, ancient and medieval history and Middle East studies, as well as to anyone studying the Alexander tradition.
Download or read book Report of the Commissioner written by and published by . This book was released on 1878 with total page 1114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
