Download or read book Arctic Citadel written by Chris Allan and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Red Arctic written by John McCannon and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1998-04-09 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A work of refreshing originality and vivid appeal, Red Arctic tells the story of Stalinist Russia's massive campaign to explore and develop its Northern territories during the 1930s. Author John McCannon recounts the dramatic stories of the polar expeditions--conducted by foot, ship, and plane--that were the pride of Stalinist Russia, in order to expose the reality behind them: chaotic blunders, bureaucratic competition, and the eventual rise of the Gulag as the dominant force in the North. Red Arctic also traces the development of the polar-based popular culture of the decade, making use of memoirs, films, radio broadcasts, children's books, and cultural ephemera ranging from placards to postage stamps to show how Russia's "Arctic Myth" became an integral part of the overall socialist-realist aesthetic that animated Stalinist culture throughout the 1930s.

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Download or read book Nature written by and published by . This book was released on 1881 with total page 646 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Landscape of Stalinism written by Evgeny Dobrenko and published by University of Washington Press. This book was released on 2011-11-15 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This wide-ranging cultural history explores the expression of Bolshevik Party ideology through the lens of landscape, or, more broadly, space. Portrayed in visual images and words, the landscape played a vital role in expressing and promoting ideology in the former Soviet Union during the Stalin years, especially in the 1930s. At the time, the iconoclasm of the immediate postrevolutionary years had given way to nation building and a conscious attempt to create a new Soviet �culture.� In painting, architecture, literature, cinema, and song, images of landscape were enlisted to help mold the masses into joyful, hardworking citizens of a state with a radiant, utopian future -- all under the fatherly guidance of Joseph Stalin. From backgrounds in history, art history, literary studies, and philosophy, the contributors show how Soviet space was sanctified, coded, and �sold� as an ideological product. They explore the ways in which producers of various art forms used space to express what Katerina Clark calls �a cartography of power� -- an organization of the entire country into �a hierarchy of spheres of relative sacredness,� with Moscow at the center. The theme of center versus periphery figures prominently in many of the essays, and the periphery is shown often to be paradoxically central. Examining representations of space in objects as diverse as postage stamps, a hikers� magazine, advertisements, and the Soviet musical, the authors show how cultural producers attempted to naturalize ideological space, to make it an unquestioned part of the worldview. Whether focusing on the new or the centuries-old, whether exploring a built cityscape, a film documentary, or the painting Stalin and Voroshilov in the Kremlin, the authors offer a consistently fascinating journey through the landscape of the Soviet ideological imagination. Not all features of Soviet space were entirely novel, and several of the essayists assert continuities with the prerevolutionary past. One example is the importance of the mother image in mass songs of the Stalin period; another is the "boundless longing" inspired in the Russian character by the burden of living amid vast empty spaces. But whether focusing on the new or the centuries-old, whether exploring a built cityscape, a film documentary, or the painting Stalin and Voroshilov in the Kremlin, the authors offer a consistently fascinating journey through the landscape of the Soviet ideological imagination.

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Download or read book Captain Black written by Max Pemberton and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2020-12-08 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Max Pemberton's 'Captain Black' is a captivating tale of adventure set against the backdrop of the British Empire at the height of its power. The narrative follows the journey of Captain Robert Black, a fearless and resourceful officer in the Royal Navy, as he navigates the treacherous waters of war and colonialism. Pemberton's writing style is rich in historical detail and vivid descriptions, drawing readers into the world of 19th-century maritime life with engaging realism. The book explores complex themes of duty, honor, and loyalty, making it a compelling read for fans of historical fiction and naval literature. Max Pemberton, himself a practicing physician and prolific writer, brings a unique perspective to 'Captain Black' with his background in both medicine and literature. His deep understanding of human nature and the challenges of the human condition enrich the character development and thematic depth of the novel. Pemberton's attention to detail and meticulous research shine through in his portrayal of the era, adding authenticity to the story. I highly recommend 'Captain Black' to readers interested in a well-crafted historical novel that combines thrilling naval adventures with thought-provoking insights into the complexities of colonialism and societal norms. Pemberton's engaging storytelling and nuanced characterizations make this book a must-read for anyone seeking a compelling literary journey through the high seas of the British Empire.

Download or read book written by Paul Jentz and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2001-01-01 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Isolated in a dying North Dakota town, a deeply religious woman uses her husband's infidelity to fuel her own self-destructive quest for meaning and love.

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Download or read book A History of the Arctic written by John McCannon and published by Reaktion Books. This book was released on 2013-02-15 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bitter cold and constant snow. Polar bears, seals, and killer whales. Victor Frankenstein chasing his monstrous creation across icy terrain in a dogsled. The arctic calls to mind a myriad different images. Consisting of the Arctic Ocean and parts of Canada, the United States, Russia, Greenland, Finland, Norway and Sweden, the arctic possesses a unique ecosystem—temperatures average negative 29 degrees Fahrenheit in winter and rarely rise above freezing in summer—and the indigenous peoples and cultures that live in the region have had to adapt to the harsh weather conditions. As global temperatures rise, the arctic is facing an environmental crisis, with melting glaciers causing grave concern around the world. But for all the renown of this frozen region, the arctic remains far from perfectly understood. In A History of the Arctic, award-winning polar historian John McCannon provides an engaging overview of the region that spans from the Stone Age to the present. McCannon discusses polar exploration and science, nation-building, diplomacy, environmental issues, and climate change, and the role indigenous populations have played in the arctic’s story. Chronicling the history of each arctic nation, he details the many failed searches for a Northwest Passage and the territorial claims that hamper use of these waterways. He also explores the resources found in the arctic—oil, natural gas, minerals, fresh water, and fish—and describes the importance they hold as these resources are depleted elsewhere, as well as the challenges we face in extracting them. A timely assessment of current diplomatic and environmental realities, as well as the dire risks the region now faces, A History of the Arctic is a thoroughly engrossing book on the past—and future—of the top of the world.

Download or read book The Complete Works written by Max Pemberton and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-05-17 with total page 2724 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique and meticulously edited collection of Max Pemberton's complete works includes: Novels:_x000D_ The Iron Pirate: A Plain Tale of Strange Happenings on the Sea_x000D_ Captain Black: A Romance of the Nameless Ship_x000D_ The Sea Wolves_x000D_ The Little Huguenot: A Romance of Fountainebleau_x000D_ A Gentleman's Gentleman_x000D_ The Garden of Swords_x000D_ The House Under the Sea: A Romance_x000D_ The Lady Evelyn: A Story of Today_x000D_ Aladdin of London or, Lodestar_x000D_ The Diamond Ship_x000D_ White Motley_x000D_ Swords Reluctant: War and The Woman_x000D_ The Great White Army_x000D_ Short Stories:_x000D_ Jewel Mysteries I Have Known; From a Dealer's Note Book:_x000D_ The Opal of Carmalovitch_x000D_ The Necklace of Green Diamonds_x000D_ The Comedy of the Jewelled Links_x000D_ Treasure of White Creek_x000D_ The Accursed Gems_x000D_ The Watch and the Scimitar_x000D_ The Seven Emeralds_x000D_ The Pursuit of the Topaz_x000D_ The Ripening Rubies_x000D_ My Lady of the Sapphires_x000D_ The Signors of the Night; The Story of Fra Giovanni:_x000D_ The Risen Dead_x000D_ A Sermon for Clowns_x000D_ A Miracle of Bells_x000D_ The Wolf of Cismon_x000D_ The Daughter of Venice_x000D_ Golden Ashes_x000D_ White Wings to the Raven_x000D_ The Haunted Gondola_x000D_ The Man Who Drove the Car:_x000D_ The Room in Black_x000D_ The Silver Wedding_x000D_ In Account with Dolly St. John_x000D_ The Lady Who Looked On_x000D_ The Basket in the Boundary Road_x000D_ The Countess_x000D_ Tales of the Thames:_x000D_ Marygold_x000D_ A Ragged Intruder_x000D_ Barbara of the Bell House _x000D_ The Carousal: A Story of Thanet_x000D_ Jack Smith—Boy_x000D_ The Donnington Affair_x000D_ The Devil To Pay_x000D_ Other Works:_x000D_ Varsity Tales: Undergraduates I have known (Memoirs)_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_

Download or read book The Collected Adventures of Sea Wolves written by Max Pemberton and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2021-05-07 with total page 936 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Musaicum Books presents to you this sea adventures collection of maritime mysteries, pirate stories and weird tales of high seas. Table of contents: "The Iron Pirate: A Plain Tale of Strange Happenings on the Sea" is the tale of a great gas-driven iron-clad, which could outpace the navies of the world and terrorize the Atlantic Ocean. "Captain Black: A Romance of the Nameless Ship" is a sequel to the tale of The Iron Pirate and the terrible captain who comes to life again. After his iron ship was sunk in the Atlantic, Captain Black comes back with an electric submarine armed with different electrical devices, ready to bring terror. "The Sea Wolves" – Mystery Tale of the High Seas. "The House Under the Sea: A Romance" – Adventure tale of the Pacific Islands. "The Diamond Ship" – Adventure and mystery tale set on the ocean.

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Download or read book The Polar Bear Killing written by Michael Ridpath and published by Atlantic Books Ltd. This book was released on 2016-01-07 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the million-copy bestselling author, perfect forfans of Stieg Larsson, Anne Holt, and The Killing. "Michael Ridpath is on the war path, trouncing the Scandinavians on their home turf. This is international thriller writing at its best, fine characters, page turning suspense and a great, fresh location." PETER JAMES When a polar bear is sighted in a sleepy Icelandic fishing village, then shot dead by local policeman Constable Halldór, it triggers a debate in the local community. Was Halldór a hero for killing the bear, or should the animal have been protected? Animal rights activists in the area see the constable as a villain, and when days later the dead body of Halldór is discovered at a remote beauty spot, the activists are immediately under suspicion. As Sergeant Magnus Ragnarsson and his colleague Detective Vigdís Audardótti begin to investigate the policeman's murder, they soon discover that things are not as clear-cut as might first appear. By degrees, Magnus and Vigdís are drawn into this small and complex community - one riven with rivalries and grudges - in search of a deadly killer...