The Worlds of the Indian Ocean: A Global History (Beaujard Philippe)(Pevná vazba)

The Worlds of the Indian Ocean: A Global History (Beaujard Philippe)(Pevná vazba)

Europe's place in history is re-assessed in this first comprehensive history of the ancient world, centering on the Indian Ocean and its role in pre-modern globalization. Philippe Beaujard presents an ambitious and comprehensive global history of the Indian Ocean world, from the earliest state

Saffron: A Global History (Ganeshram Ramin)(Pevná vazba)

Explore the dramatic history of the world's most expensive spice in Saffron: A Global History. Literally worth their weight in gold, sunset-red saffron threads are prized internationally. Saffron can be found in cave art in Mesopotamia, in the frescoes of ancient Santorini, in the dyed wrappings of

Tata: The Global Corporation That Built Indian Capitalism (Raianu Mircea)(Pevná vazba)

An eye-opening portrait of global capitalism spanning 150 years, told through the history of the Tata corporation. Nearly a century old, the grand fa ade of Bombay House is hard to miss in the historic business district of Mumbai. This is the iconic global headquarters of the Tata Group, a

A Global History of Architecture (Ching Francis D. K.)(Pevná vazba)

The gold-standard exploration of architecture's global evolution A Global History of Architecture provides a comprehensive tour through the ages, spinning the globe to present the landmark architectural movements that characterized each time period. Spanning from 3,500 b.c.e. to the present, this

Slums: The History of a Global Injustice (Mayne Alan)(Pevná vazba)

More than half of the world's population now lives in urban areas, and a billion of these urban dwellers reside in neighborhoods of entrenched disadvantage--neighborhoods that are characterized as slums. Slums are often seen as a debilitating and even subversive presence within society. In reality,

Battleships of the Iowa Class: A Design and Operational History (Caresse Philippe)(Pevná vazba)

The Indian Boss at Work: Thinking Global Acting Indian (Correa Steve)(Pevná vazba)

Journey into the kaleidoscope of Indian business and explore the 'context and forces' and worldview of Indian leaders. Unravel secrets to building successful companies based on generational learnings, attitudes and capabilities. Read through the narratives of top Indian bosses where they reflect

The Oxford Illustrated History of Science (Rhys Morus Iwan)(Pevná vazba)

The Oxford Illustrated History of Science is the first-ever fully illustrated global history of science, from Aristotle to the atom bomb - and beyond. The first part of the book tells the story of science in both the East and West from antiquity to the Enlightenment: from the ancient Mediterranean

Yoghurt: A Global History (Hersh June)(Pevná vazba)

Yoghurt: A Global History is a fascinating look at the rich history of yoghurt, from its earliest awakenings in Neolithic times to the modern-day culinary phenomenon it has become. The book delves into its nutritious properties, analyzes worldwide consumption, and explores the new developments in

Soda and Fizzy Drinks: A Global History (Levin Judith)(Pevná vazba)

An effervescent exploration of the global history and myriad symbolic meanings of carbonated beverages. More than eighty years before the invention of Coca-Cola, sweet carbonated drinks became popular around the world, provoking arguments remarkably similar to those they prompt today. Are they

Short History of Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce (Montanari Massimo)(Pevná vazba)

From legend to history - the myths surrounding the world's favourite dish,

Contemporary Indian Art: Contemporary, One Word, Several Worlds (Perdriolle Herv)(Pevná vazba)

This book completes the survey of the Indian scene, begun by the various exhibitions held in Paris, London, New York and Tokyo, which were devoted to contemporary urban art and its world renowned stars, such as Subodh Gupta and Bharti

Islands of the Ottoman Empire (Hadjikyriacou Antonis)(Pevná vazba)

The Ottoman Empire stretched from the Black Sea to the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic. It included the islands of Cyprus, Crete, Rhodes, and many smaller islands in the Aegean, Adriatic, and Black Seas. These islands were its frontiers, and many of the battles against Christian enemies were fought

Great Cities in History(Pevná vazba)

From the origins of urbanization in Mesopotamia to the global metropolises of today, great cities have marked the development of human civilization.The Great Cities in History tells their stories, starting with the earliest, from Uruk and Memphis to Jerusalem and Alexandria. Next come the fabulous

The World of Cognac (Brachet Michelle)(Pevná vazba)

The World of Cognac--the world's finest brandy--provides an authoritative account of the history and culture of cognac and how this much-loved spirit is produced and matured. Michelle Brachet explores the reasons for the spirit's complex character, and reveals its fascinating history with anecdotes

Christian History - An Introduction (McGrath Alister E.)(Paperback)

A major new introduction to the global history of Christianity, written by one of the world's leading theologians and author of numerous bestselling textbooks. Provides a truly global review by exploring the development of Christianity and related issues in Asia, Latin America and Africa, and not

Tomato: A Global History (Hyman Clarissa)(Pevná vazba)

In the history of food, the tomato is a relative newcomer outside its ancestral home in Mesoamerica. And yet, as we devour pizza by the slice, dip French fries in ketchup, delight in a beautiful Bolognese sauce, or savor tomato curries, it would now be impossible to imagine the food cultures of

Blue Mauritius: The Hunt for the World's Most Valuable Stamps (Morgan Helen)(Paperback)

Follow the adventures of the world's most sought-after postage stamps--from a tropical Indian Ocean island to the hushed atmosphere of the modern auction room--in this dramatic and passionate tale of the first stamp hunters. In September 1847 colored squares of paper were stuck on to envelopes and

Arsenal Fc: The Game We Love (Glogowski Philippe)(Pevná vazba)

A celebration of soccer club Arsenal's recent history through the touching story of a step-father and -son whose fandom brings them together. Andrew takes his new partner's son Nathan to an Arsenal match. It's the first time that Nathan has ever been in a football stadium - he should be delighted

Story of Music (Manning Mick)(Pevná vazba)

A friendly and inspiring introduction to music history, telling the stories of the world's greatest musicians from Bach to

Pickles: A Global History (Davison Jan)(Pevná vazba)

From the fiery kimchi of Korea to American dill spears; from the spicy achar of India to the ceviche of Latin America; from Europe's sauerkraut to brined herrings and chutneys, pickles are unquestionably a global food. They are also of the moment. Growing interest in naturally fermented

Signature Dishes That Matter (Davis Mitchell)(Pevná vazba)

A global celebration of the iconic restaurant dishes that defined the course of culinary history over the past 300 yearsToday's food-lovers often travel the globe to enjoy the food of acclaimed chefs. Yet the tradition of seeking out unforgettable dining experiences goes back centuries, and this

Plutocracy: Chronicles of a Global Monopoly (Martinez Abraham)(Pevná vazba)

2051. The world's largest company, The Company, has seized power on a planetary scale and runs the world as if it were a business. In a plutocracy, the richer one is, the more powerful one is. In this context, an anonymous citizen becomes compelled to uncover how the world came to this situation,

1989: A Global History of Eastern Europe (Mark James)(Pevná vazba)

The collapse of the Berlin Wall has come to represent the entry of an isolated region onto the global stage. On the contrary, this study argues that communist states had in fact long been shapers of an interconnecting world, with '1989' instead marking a choice by local elites about the form that