Download or read book On Arid Ground written by Jennifer Keating and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2022-04-14 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On Arid Ground focuses on the relationships between empire and environment in Central Asia, using environmental history to examine the practice of Russian imperialism in Turkestan at the end of empire, from the 1860s until 1916. It reveals for the first time a comprehensive assessment of the environmental imprint of Russian colonisation, and shows how local ecologies fitted into broader repertoires of imperial rule, accommodation, and resistance. Ranging widely above and below the surface in Turkestan, from the deserts of Transcaspia to the highlands and lowlands of rural Fergana and Semirech'e, Jennifer Keating explores infrastructure development, migrant settlement, land reclamation and dispossession, the commodification of nature, and environmental violence to reveal the ways in which ecological change was central to the building and breaking of empire. Attentive to connections, synchronicities and scale, On Arid Ground makes the case for looking beyond cotton and water in Central Asian context, for the powerful material role played by animals and plants, sand, silt, and salt in human histories, and for the less visible relationships between far-flung people and things within and beyond Turkestan's borders. Laying bare the political roots and repercussions of environmental change, the volume brings fresh perspectives both to the history of Central Asia and to that of the wider Russian empire across Eurasia.

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Download or read book The Stricken Land written by E. V. Thompson and published by Sphere. This book was released on 2012-07-05 with total page 407 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is 1899. A new generation has inherited the Rhodesian birthright that Dan Retallick won from the legendary king of Matabeleland. Once again, the dark clouds of conflict loom on the horizon as the blood-streaked bayonets of the Boer War encircle the sons of Dan Retallick. Nat, with one eye on the wilful wife of an English colonel, joins the colours as a 'guide' for the British army. But his younger brother Adam follows a rebel star and a farmer's daughter to enlist with a Boer commando. The tides of history have set Retallick brother against brother in the savage struggle of the South African war.

Download or read book Sea and Land written by Philip D. Morgan and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2022 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first comprehensive environmental synthesis of the Caribbean region, written by eminent scholars of the topic.

Download or read book Writing Wrongs written by Pramod K. Nayar and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-03-21 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the ‘cultural apparatus’ of Human Rights in India today. It unravels discourses of victimhood, oppression, suffering and witnessing through a study of autobiographies, memoirs, reportage and media coverage, and documentaries. Moving across multiple media and genres for their representations of Dalits, riot victims, prisoners, abused and abandoned women and children, examining the formal properties of victim texts for their documentation of trauma, and analyzing the role of the sympathetic imagination, Writing Wrongs inaugurates a whole new field in literary–cultural studies by focusing on the narratives that build the culture of Human Rights. It argues for taking this cultural apparatus as essential to the political and legal dimensions of Human Rights. The book emphasizes the need for an ethical turn to literary–cultural studies and a cultural turn to Human Rights studies, arguing that a public culture of Human Rights has a key role to play in revitalizing civil society and its institutions. It will be of interest to Human Rights scholars and activists, and those in political science, sociology, literary and cultural studies, narrative theory and psychology.

Download or read book Dirt written by David R. Montgomery and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2007-05-14 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dirt, soil, call it what you want—it's everywhere we go. It is the root of our existence, supporting our feet, our farms, our cities. This fascinating yet disquieting book finds, however, that we are running out of dirt, and it's no laughing matter. An engaging natural and cultural history of soil that sweeps from ancient civilizations to modern times, Dirt: The Erosion of Civilizations explores the compelling idea that we are—and have long been—using up Earth's soil. Once bare of protective vegetation and exposed to wind and rain, cultivated soils erode bit by bit, slowly enough to be ignored in a single lifetime but fast enough over centuries to limit the lifespan of civilizations. A rich mix of history, archaeology and geology, Dirt traces the role of soil use and abuse in the history of Mesopotamia, Ancient Greece, the Roman Empire, China, European colonialism, Central America, and the American push westward. We see how soil has shaped us and we have shaped soil—as society after society has risen, prospered, and plowed through a natural endowment of fertile dirt. David R. Montgomery sees in the recent rise of organic and no-till farming the hope for a new agricultural revolution that might help us avoid the fate of previous civilizations.

Download or read book Journeys From The Centre Of The Earth written by Iain Stewart and published by Random House. This book was released on 2012-08-31 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Man with hammer, rucksack and GSOH offers gritty adventure holidays. Looking for sun, sea, sand and - science. Scheduled to tie in with a major new BBC series, Hot Rocks explores the Mediterranean - the cradle of western civilisation - and discovers alongside its tranquil, sun-lapped shores, one of the most volatile places on an ever-changing earth. The Mediterranean we know today has been forged in a violent crucible of clashing continents, rising mountains, restless seas and a turbulent climate. Millions of Britons are drawn to the Mediterranean every year and whether they go for the beautiful scenery and relaxing beaches or the culture and architecture or food, none of it would be there were it not for geology. Forward-thinking geologist and television presenter Dr Iain Stewart, uncovers the hidden Mediterranean and brings a fresh and dramatic eye to geology to show just why it is that geology should be restored to its rightful place as the grandfather of sciences. From earthquakes and volcanoes to Roman architecture and cuisine, Iain discovers just how geology has shaped our lives and how we can expect it to affect us in years to come.

Download or read book Year of Promise written by Rudolph Moseley Jr. and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2012-12-29 with total page 533 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Book Year of Promise is a collection of the many precious promises that are found in the Word of God. This book is comprised of 365 promises in 7 of the most popular translations of the bible. These translations help in the acquiring the full magnitude and depth of each promise. This is a valuable collection of promises that will strengthen the walk of any believer. My prayer is that as you read and meditate on the Word of God your faith will grow.

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Download or read book Four Seasons in Five Senses written by David Mas Masumoto and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2003 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author discusses the joys of savoring the process of quality farming, recounting in detail the sensory experience of raising a harvest.

Download or read book The Collected Works of Knut Hamsun written by Knut Hamsun and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-11 with total page 1610 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Collected Works of Knut Hamsun is a collection of some of the most influential literary masterpieces of the Norwegian author. Hamsun's writing style is characterized by its vivid imagery and introspective exploration of human nature. His ability to delve deep into the psychology of his characters sets him apart as a powerful voice in the world of literature. The themes of love, isolation, and existentialism are prevalent throughout his works, making them both thought-provoking and emotionally resonant. Hamsun's works are timeless and continue to be studied in literary contexts around the world. The Collected Works of Knut Hamsun serves as a comprehensive introduction to the groundbreaking ideas of this literary giant. It is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of the human experience through the lens of a master storyteller.

Download or read book KNUT HAMSUN Premium Collection written by Knut Hamsun and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-11-09 with total page 1608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knut Hamsun was a Norwegian writer who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1920. Hamsun's work spans more than 70 years and shows variation with regard to the subject, perspective and environment. He published more than 20 novels, a collection of poetry, some short stories and plays, a travelogue, and some essays. Table of Contents: Hunger Shallow Soil Pan Mothwise Look Back on Happiness Growth of the Soil Under the Autumn Star A Wanderer Plays On Muted Strings The Road Leads On

Download or read book The Greatest Works of Knut Hamsun written by Knut Hamsun and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-09 with total page 1609 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knut Hamsun's 'The Greatest Works of Knut Hamsun' is a collection of some of the most celebrated works by the Norwegian author. Known for his psychologically insightful novels, Hamsun's literary style is characterized by its poetic prose and deep exploration of human nature. This collection includes masterpieces like 'Hunger' and 'Growth of the Soil', which showcase Hamsun's ability to delve into the complexities of the human mind and society in a way that is both thought-provoking and captivating. Hamsun's works are considered foundational in modern literature, influencing generations of writers with his innovative storytelling techniques and profound character studies. Knut Hamsun's own tumultuous life experiences, including his struggles with poverty and mental health issues, undoubtedly shaped his writing and imbued his works with a sense of raw authenticity. His deep connection to nature and the human condition is palpable in every word he writes, making his works both engaging and profound. 'The Greatest Works of Knut Hamsun' is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the depths of the human psyche and experiencing the genius of a literary master. It offers a rich tapestry of stories that will linger in the reader's mind long after the book is finished.

Download or read book Up Against the Night written by Justin Cartwright and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2015-11-17 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Frank McAllister has long since dropped "Retief" as his middle name, but the legacy of his family's history proves harder to shake. His ancestor Piet Retief, leader of the South African Great Trek, was killed by Zulu king Dingane in the 1838 massacre, along with a hundred men, women, and children. Afrikaner legend paints Retief as a homegrown Moses, bringing his people to the Promised Land. But Frank believes something rotten lies at the core of this family myth. Frank spends his days in his London home with his new partner and her son and the products of his wealth. But the return of his daughter, Lucinda, from rehab in California brings him intense guilt: having sided with him during his divorce from her mother, she crumbled under the weight of the bitter separation. Lucinda has brought home with her a mysterious boy, and they will join the family trip to Frank's beach house in South Africa--not far from the site of the 1838 massacre. In the lulls of their idyllic days, Frank unravels what really happened on that fateful day, and how it may connect to the violence of the apartheid years, and the violence encroaching on them even now. Up Against the Night is an enthralling tale of personal conflict and intrigue, set against the backdrop of South Africa's tangled past and troubled present, and told with tremendous color and insight. Absolutely original and gripping, it is destined to be as influential as JM Coetzee's Disgrace.

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