Download or read book Silk and Song written by Dana Stabenow and published by . This book was released on 2018-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beijing, 1322: 16-year-old Wu Johanna is the granddaughter of the legendary trader Marco Polo. In the wake of her father's death, Johanna finds that lineage counts for little amid the disintegrating court of the Khan. Johanna's destiny--if she has one--lies with her grandfather, in Venice. So, with a small band of companions, she takes to the road--the Silk Road--that storied collection of routes that link the silks of Cathay, the spices of the Indies and the jewels of the Indus to the markets of the west. But first she must survive treachery and betrayal on a road beset by thieves, fanatics and, warlords.
Download or read book The Land Beyond written by Dana Stabenow and published by . This book was released on 2015-10-31 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Land Beyond is the third and final novel in Dana Stabenow's Silk and Song trilogy. The story began in Everything Under the Heavens, when 16-year old Johanna fled Cambaluc--and her murderous stepmother--joining her uncle's westbound caravan on the Silk Road. Their journey has taken them across an entire continent... And now to the land beyond the sea.
Download or read book Silk and the Song written by Charles Louis Fontenay and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Silk and the Song written by Charles Louis Fontenay and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-10-20 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Notice: This Book is published by Historical Books Limited (www.publicdomain.org.uk) as a Public Domain Book, if you have any inquiries, requests or need any help you can just send an email to [email protected] This book is found as a public domain and free book based on various online catalogs, if you think there are any problems regard copyright issues please contact us immediately via [email protected]
Download or read book The Silk and the Song written by Charles Louis Fontenay and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-07-08 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Silk and the Song by Charles Louis Fontenay Besides, Snuk was an uncompromising master with more than a touch of cruelty in his make-up. He would whip Alan savagely for minor inattention, for failure to respond promptly to the reins, for speaking at all in his presence. Alan's back was soon covered with spur scars, and one eye often was half closed from a whip lash across the face We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.
Download or read book By the Shores of the Middle Sea written by Dana Stabenow and published by . This book was released on 2014-10-21 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By the Shores of the Middle Sea is the second novel in Dana Stabenow's Silk and Song Trilogy. In Everything Under the Heavens, 16-year old Johanna fled Cambaluc-and her murderous stepmother-joining her uncle's westbound caravan on the Silk Road. With her foster brother Jaufre and a few faithful companions, they made it to the rooftop of the world-Terak Pass-separating Mongol China from the scattered sheikdoms of the Persian empire. Then, disaster struck. In a climactic skirmish, Johanna and her stallion, North Wind, were abducted and Jaufre left for dead. Now, in By the Shores of the Middle Sea, Johanna is a prisoner in the harem at Talikan, with Baron Ogodei's army pillaging the countryside and preparing to sack the tiny Persian enclave. Hundreds of leagues to the south, in Kabul, Jaufre lies recovering from his near-fatal wound. Their journey has taken them halfway across a continent, yet an equal distance still lies between them and Gaza, where Johanna and Jaufre once meant to take ship for Venice and the sanctuary of Johanna's grandfather's family. Gaza and Venice: two cities on opposite shores of the Middle Sea that together open a door to the West. For Johanna and Jaufre, it's a passage that will shape their destiny, if only they can reach it.
Download or read book The Collected Short Stories and Essays written by Dana Stabenow and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2022-10-27 with total page 535 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Edgar Award-winning author Dana Stabenow is best known for her Kate Shugak series of crime novels, but the unifying protagonist of almost all her writing, be it crime, fantasy, horror, or science fiction, is Alaska. This genre-spanning collection of sixteen short stories features familiar characters like Kate and Jim, Liam and Wy, and Bill and Moses, but also ranges farther afield than many readers will expect, leaping from modern-day Anchorage to twenty-second-century Mars to the fantasy kingdom of Mnemosynea. Remarkably disparate, but indisputably Stabenow, a writer whose fertile imagination is anything but predictable. Titles in this collection are 'Nooses Give', 'Conspiracy', 'Under the Influence', 'Wreck Rights', 'Cherchez la Femme', 'Siren Song', 'The Eyak Interpreter', 'Any Taint of Vice', 'On the Evidence', 'Missing, Presumed...', 'The Perfect Gift', 'Gold Fever', 'Cheechako', 'No Place Like Home', 'Justice is a Two-Edged Sword', and 'A Woman's Work'. Newly added in this edition, find 'Collected Essays' and 'Dana on Writing' as well.
Download or read book Silk written by Mary Schoeser and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Geschiedenis van zijde wat betreft teelt en toepassing in kleding en andere producten, daarnaast komen verschillende modeontwerpers aan bod alsmede de toekomst van deze stof.
Download or read book Song of the Silk Road written by Mingmei Yip and published by Kensington Publishing Corp.. This book was released on 2011-04-01 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this richly imaginative novel, Mingmei Yip--author of Peach Blossom Pavilion and Petals From the Sky--follows one woman's daunting journey along China's fabled Silk Road. As a girl growing up in Hong Kong, Lily Lin was captivated by photographs of the desert--its long, lonely vistas and shifting sand dunes. Now living in New York, Lily is struggling to finish her graduate degree when she receives an astonishing offer. An aunt she never knew existed will pay Lily a huge sum to travel across China's desolate Taklamakan Desert--and carry out a series of tasks along the way. Intrigued, Lily accepts. Her assignments range from the dangerous to the bizarre. Lily must seduce a monk. She must scrape a piece of clay from the famous Terracotta Warriors, and climb the Mountains of Heaven to gather a rare herb. At Xian, her first stop, Lily meets Alex, a young American with whom she forms a powerful connection. And soon, she faces revelations that will redefine her past, her destiny, and the shocking truth behind her aunt's motivations. . . Powerful and eloquent, Song of the Silk Road is a captivating story of self-discovery, resonant with the mysteries of its haunting, exotic landscape.
Download or read book The songs of Scotland written by and published by . This book was released on 1853 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Silk Road written by Xiao-mei Song and published by . This book was released on 1986* with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Stranger on the Silk Road written by Jessica Gunderson and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2012-08 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Song Sun likes to talk but never listens. After talking too much to a stranger, Song Sun accidentally gives away the Chinese secret of silkmaking. Will Song Sun be able to save the secret?
Download or read book Silk Weaver s Song written by StoryBuddiesPlay and published by StoryBuddiesPlay. This book was released on 2024-04-19 with total page 73 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into a Forbidden Love Story Woven in Ancient India: A Tapestry of Art, Defiance, and Legacy Journey back to a time of vibrant traditions and strict social codes in ancient India. Unfold the captivating tale of Nila, a skilled weaver, and Raj, a passionate artist, whose love story defies societal expectations. Witness their artistic rebellion as they challenge norms and create a groundbreaking tapestry that sparks a revolution in the city's art scene. Unveil the Power of Art to Break Barriers: This captivating story explores the transformative power of art. Nila and Raj's unconventional love story intertwines with their artistic expression, pushing boundaries and inspiring others to follow their creative visions. From Defiance to Legacy: Witness the Enduring Impact of Love and Creativity Their fight for artistic freedom leaves a lasting impact. The once-controversial public mural they create becomes a beloved landmark, a symbol of hope and a testament to the enduring power of love and defiance. Explore the Evolution of Storytelling Through Textiles: Travel through time alongside Nila and Raj as they curate a groundbreaking exhibition titled "Threads Through Time." This immersive experience showcases the city's rich artistic heritage, from ancient tapestries whispering forgotten stories to contemporary works that celebrate the fusion of tradition and innovation. Uncover the Secrets of the Royal Archives: Step inside the once-exclusive Royal Archives, now open to the public thanks to Nila and Raj's influence. Explore a treasure trove of intricate tapestries, bold murals, and captivating stories woven into the very fabric of the city's history. A Must-Read for Lovers of Historical Fiction, Forbidden Romance, and the Power of Art: This captivating tale is a perfect blend of historical fiction, forbidden romance, and the transformative power of art. It's a story that will resonate with anyone who has dared to dream beyond the ordinary and fight for their creative voice.
Download or read book Middle Imperial China 900 1350 written by Linda Walton and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2023-07-31 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this highly readable and engaging work, Linda Walton presents a dynamic survey of China's history from the tenth through the mid-fourteenth centuries from the founding of the Song dynasty through the Mongol conquest when Song China became part of the Mongol Empire and Marco Polo made his famous journey to the court of the Great Khan. Adopting a thematic approach, she highlights the political, social, economic, intellectual, and cultural changes and continuities of the period often conceptualized as 'Middle Imperial China'. Particular emphasis is given to themes that inform scholarship on world history: religion, the state, the dynamics of empire, the transmission of knowledge, the formation of political elites, gender, and the family. Consistent coverage of peoples beyond the borders – Khitan, Tangut, Jurchen, and Mongol, among others – provides a broader East Asian context and introduces a more nuanced, integrated representation of China's past.
Download or read book Sacred Economies written by Michael John Walsh and published by Columbia University Press. This book was released on 2010 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Buddhist monasteries in medieval China employed a variety of practices to ensure their ascendancy and survival. Most successful was the exchange of material goods for salvation, as in the donation of land, which allowed monks to spread their teachings throughout China. By investigating a variety of socioeconomic spaces produced and perpetuated by Chinese monasteries, Michael J. Walsh reveals the "sacred economies" that shaped early Buddhism and its relationship with consumption and salvation. Centering his study on Tiantong, a Buddhist monastery that has thrived for close to seventeen centuries in southeast China, Walsh follows three main topics: the spaces monks produced, within and around which a community could pursue a meaningful existence; the social and economic avenues through which monasteries provided diverse sacred resources and secured the primacy of Buddhist teachings within an agrarian culture; and the nature of "transactive" participation within monastic spaces, which later became a fundamental component of a broader Chinese religiosity. Unpacking these sacred economies and repositioning them within the history of religion in China, Walsh encourages a different approach to the study of Chinese religion, emphasizing the critical link between religious exchange and the production of material culture.
