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American Barber in Prague - Kraig Casebier

Born into a family of barbers, Kraig knew from a young age he too would become a barber. What he didn't know was the many paths his life would take. Adventures and mishaps. Health problems, impulsive decisions and a love of travel. All of this eventually formed a remarkable, adventurous story that took him from the American South to the very heart of Europe. In this book, Kraig reveals secrets and details from his past, and lets the reader embark on a remarkable journey with him through Mexico, the Bahamas, Paris, Italy, Turkey and Ukraine all the way to Prague - however, the story doesn't end here...

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American Barber in Prague (978-80-277-1234-2)

Kniha - autor kraig Casebier, 288 stran, anglicky, pevná bez přebalu lesklá Craig has a long family history of Barbering dating back to 1914. He apprenticed in his father's and grandfather’s Kentucky barbershops from an early age then completed his training at one of the worlds top academies. He then went on to work with his brother in their own shop in Atlanta, Georgia. Kraig's travels eventually landed him in Prague where he decided to plan new roots and open his own barbershop to continue the passion he's held for over forty years. Kraig is regularly featured in European magazines and on TV in both Czech Republic and Germany, including a TV documentary about his life in Prague, and has been recognized as one of Europe’s top barbers by Barbers Quarterly magazine.

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Americký barber v Praze - Kraig Casebier

Kraig pochází z rodiny pánských kadeřníků a už od dětství věděl, že i on se jednou stane barberem. Zato netušil, kam až ho život zavede. Potkala ho úžasná dobrodružství i všemožné patálie, zdravotní potíže, impulzivní rozhodnutí a cesty po celém světě - to všechno dohromady tvoří pozoruhodný, dobrodružný příběh, který Kraiga zavedl z amerického Jihu až přímo do srdce Evropy. V této knize Kraig poodkrývá tajemství a podrobnosti svého života a čtenáře tak zve na mimořádnou výpravu přes Mexiko, Bahamy, Paříž, Itálii, Turecko, Ukrajinu až do Prahy, kde jeho příběh zdaleka nekončí.

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American Trumpet in Prague - CD (VA0014-2)

Hudební CD - Skladby věhlasných autorů jako jsou A. Vivaldi, J. S. Bach, J. Stanley, C. Saint-Saëns, G. Tartini, L. Clarke, Z. Fibich-Scotti, J. Levi. Skladby věhlasných autorů jako jsou A. Vivaldi, J. S. Bach, J. Stanley, C. Saint-Saëns, G. Tartini, L. Clarke, Z. Fibich-Scotti, J. Levi. Obsah: Concerto in Do maggiore 2 trombe Allegro Largo Allegro Arioso from Cantata No.156 Concerto in Re maggiore Allegro moderato My Spirit Be Joyful. From the Easter Cantata No.146 Trumpet Tune. From the Ten Voluntaries for the Organ Op.6 My Heart at Thy Sweet Voice Sound from the Hudson My Moonlight Madonna The Débutanté (Caprice Brillante) Grand Russian Fantasia (Thema and Variations) Carnival of Venice (With Variations)

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Americký barber v Praze (Defekt) - Kraig Casebier

Kraig pochází z rodiny pánských kadeřníků a už od dětství věděl, že i on se jednou stane barberem. Zato netušil, kam až ho život zavede. Potkala ho úžasná dobrodružství i všemožné patálie, zdravotní potíže, impulzivní rozhodnutí a cesty po celém světě - to všechno dohromady tvoří pozoruhodný, dobrodružný příběh, který Kraiga zavedl z amerického Jihu až přímo do srdce Evropy. V této knize Kraig poodkrývá tajemství a podrobnosti svého života a čtenáře tak zve na mimořádnou výpravu přes Mexiko, Bahamy, Paříž, Itálii, Turecko, Ukrajinu až do Prahy, kde jeho příběh zdaleka nekončí.

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Prague in the Heart (978-80-7252-605-5)

Kniha – autor Renáta Fučíková, 195 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu lesklá - česky Prague in the Heart is a collection of one hundred and eighty-nine true stories of events that have taken place in Prague over the past two hundred years. They show that the recent past has been no less dramatic and convoluted than in medieval times. Franz Kafka, Jaroslav Seifert, Bohumil Hrabal, Jaroslav Hašek, Jan Patočka, Jiří Dienstbier and Václav Havel were all residents of Prague. Occupying armies marched through Prague. There was a battle for Czechoslovak Radio in the Vinohrady quarter of Prague. Czech patriots were executed in Kobylisy, Prague. Dissidents were detained at Ruzyně in Prague. A Reich-Protector was assassinated in Prague. And neighborhoods like Smíchov, Karlín and Libeň, once industrial areas, recorded the history of the Industrial Age – a time when poverty was intertwined with achievement, progress, and hope for a better future.

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Prague in the Heart - Renáta Fučíková

Prague in the Heart is a collection of one hundred and eighty-nine true stories of events that have taken place in Prague over the past two hundred years. They show that the recent past has been no less dramatic and convoluted than in medieval times. Franz Kafka, Jaroslav Seifert, Bohumil Hrabal, Jaroslav Hašek, Jan Patočka, Jiří Dienstbier and Václav Havel were all residents of Prague. Occupying armies marched through Prague. There was a battle for Czechoslovak Radio in the Vinohrady quarter of Prague. Czech patriots were executed in Kobylisy, Prague. Dissidents were detained at Ruzyně in Prague. A Reich Protector was assassinated in Prague. And neighborhoods like Smíchov, Karlín and Libeň, once industrial areas, recorded the history of the Industrial Age - a time when poverty was intertwined with achievement, progress, and hope for a better future. Prague in the Heart is not an exhaustive historical study, but a remarkable literary statement from a renowned author who loves her city. Anglická verze titulu Praha v srdci.

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Castle and Cathedral in Modern Prague: Longing for the Sacred in a Skeptical Age - Bruce R. Berglund

Prague in the early twentieth century was the city of cubists, surrealists, and the Good Soldier vejk. This book takes a new approach to interwar Prague by identifying religion as an integral part of the city s cultural history. As Prague emerged as a modern city and the Czech nation gained independence, Catholics, Protestants, and those who imagined a non-sectarian religion debated questions of faith and morality. Contrary to the conventional view of modern Czech elites as atheistic, Berglund shows how they were deeply concerned with the place of religion in modern life. Based upon a wide array of sources, the monograph explores the linkages between politics, theology, and architecture in the building of new symbols and a civil religion for the first Czechoslovak republic (1918-1938). Berglund views the contest of the sacred and secular in Prague within the broader context of religious change in twentieth-century Europe. His book lays a foundation for understanding both Czech culture of the interwar period as well as the nation s and Europe s religious history in the modern age. The author takes an approach that is both interdisciplinary and biographical by focusing on important figures in the politics and culture of interwar Prague, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Prague in Legends (978-80-7252-618-5)

Kniha - anglicky THE MOST FAMED PRAGUE SIGHTS SWATHED IN LEGEND Prague‘s charm lies deeply buried in its history and its one-of-a-kind atmosphere. Once you set foot in its dark recesses, you never manage to free yourself from its magical embrace. You fall in love. All your senses come alive. Among the tones of Prague‘s bells and chimes you may catch the distant fiddling of the knight Dalibor from his tower in Prague Castle. On Charles Bridge you may happen to stumble across the right stone and discover Bruncvík‘s magical sword. And you are certain to catch a glimpse of the portrait of the brave barber girl Zuzana in the Old Town Bridge Tower. In the church with the Infant Jesus of Prague you will feel the flurry of wings of the seven guardian angels and in the Jewish Town the shadow of the giant man made of clay will pass over you somewhere behind the Old-New Synagogue. The statue of Prince Wenceslas on Wenceslas Square, the fiery skeleton and mad barber on...

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Prague in Legends - Anna Novotná

NEJPROSLULEJŠÍ PRAŽSKÉ PAMĚTIHODNOSTI OPŘEDENÉ LEGENDAMIPůvaby Prahy tkví hluboko v její historii a nezaměnitelné atmosféře. Když jednou vstoupíte do jejích tajemných zákoutí, už se nedokážete z tohoto magického objetí vymanit. Zamilujete se. Vnímáte Prahu všemi smysly. Mezi tóny kostelních zvonů a zvonků možná zaslechnete z věže Pražského hradu i skřipky rytíře Dalibora. Na Karlově mostě se náhodou dotknete kamene, který skrývá čarovný Bruncvíkův meč, a na Staroměstské mostecké věži zahlédnete portrét odvážné lazebnice Zuzany. V kostele u Pražského Jezulátka pocítíte závan křídel sedmi strážných andělů a na Židovském Městě se stín obrovského muže z hlíny mihne kdesi za Staronovou synagogou. Socha knížete Václava na Václavském náměstí, ohnivý kostlivec nebo šílený holič v Karlově ulici ...ti všichni a mnohé další legendární postavy skládají poezii staré Prahy. THE MOST FAMED PRAGUE SIGHTS SWATHED IN LEGENDPrague‘s charm lies deeply buried in its history and its one-of-a-kind atmosphere. Once you set foot in its dark recesses, you never manage to free yourself from its magical embrace. You fall in love. All your senses come alive. Among the tones of Prague‘s bells and chimes you may catch the distant fiddling of the knight Dalibor from his tower in Prague Castle. On Charles Bridge you may happen ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Prague in the Reign of Rudolph II - Eliška Fučíková

Prague in the Reign of Rudolph II takes readers back to the days of the Habsburg Emperor Rudolph II (1576-1611) when Prague became the metropolis of the Holy Roman Empire, and when the imperial court was a much sought-after milieu for scholars and artists, as well as magicians and adventurers. As the author notes, almost anyone of importance from inside and even outside the empire had to spend some time in Prague if they wanted to make their name. After an introduction in the form of an historical outline, the reader is guided on an engaging and informative stroll through Rudolphine Prague, which to this day remains full of mystery and legend. On this tour through the period and its monuments, including a peek into the famous imperial collection, the reader is guided by Eliška Fučíková, an outstanding and internationally reknowned expert on Rudolphine art. Her lively and authoritative account is accompanied by about a hundred colour plates of buildings and historic monuments dating from the late Renaissance, together with other graphic documentation, an index of locations with a map of Rudolphine monuments, and an overview of prominent figures.

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Last Days in Old Europe : Trieste ´79, Vienna ´85, Prague ´89 - Richard Bassett

The final decade of the Cold War, through the eyes of a laconic and elegant observer In 1979 Richard Bassett set out on a series of adventures and encounters in central Europe which allowed him to savour the last embers of the cosmopolitan old Hapsburg lands and gave him a ringside seat at the fall of another ancien regime, that of communist rule. From Trieste to Prague and Vienna to Warsaw, fading aristocrats, charming gangsters, fractious diplomats and glamorous informants provided him with an unexpected counterpoint to the austerities of life along the Iron Curtain, first as a professional musician and then as a foreign correspondent. The book shows us familiar events and places from unusual vantage points: dilapidated mansions and boarding-houses, train carriages and cafes, where the game of espionage between east and west is often set. There are unexpected encounters with Shirley Temple, Fitzroy Maclean, Lech Walesa and the last Empress of Austria. Bassett finds himself at the funeral of King Nicola of Montenegro in Cetinje, plays bridge with the last man alive to have been decorated by the Austrian Emperor Franz-Josef and watches the KGB representative in Prague bestowing the last rites on the Soviet empire in ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Našrot - Live in Prague 1991 (Vinyl LP)

Vinyl LP album Našrot - Live in Prague 1991 (2022). V rámci série živáků právě u PHR Records vychází koncertní nahrávka havlíčkobrodských NAŠROT. V rámci série živáků právě u PHR Records vychází koncertní nahrávka havlíčkobrodských NAŠROT. Album Live in Prague je vinylovou verzí kazety vydané původně v roce 1991 na Fuck records, vlastním labelu kapely. NAŠROT vznikl v roce 1988 na troskách několika místních androškých kapel. Kapela, která sama tvrdí, že stylově vycházela z Dead Kennedys a The Who, svým pojetím hardcore brzo získala popularitu i mimo hranice svého kraje. Rychlé a krátké skladby doplněné texty s hospodskou tématikou, což bylo domovským tématem členů kapely, daly název i novému stylu - pubcore. Po vydání LP na Monitoru byl na počátku devadesátých let Našrot na vrcholu a v této době odehrál jeden ze svých nejznámějších koncertů v pražském Rock Café. Kapela pod vlivem alkoholu podala strhující výkon, bez ohledu na občasné zapomínání textů ze strany Hraboše. Koncert navštívili i členové The Exploited, kteří byli z výkonu kapely nadšeni, a legendární je historika, kterak Wattie lanařil bubeníka Našrot. Tohle je autentická atmosféra raných devadesátek. Nahrávka na vinylu vychází v kompletní podobě včetně skladby Nemám už naději, která byla v kazetové verzi vynechána. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Casadesuse Robert: Great Artists in Prague - CD (CR0595-2)

Hudební CD - Live nahrávka z Pražského jara 1962 a 1958. Edice Great Artists in Prague. Live nahrávka z Pražského jara 1962 a 1958. Edice Great Artists in Prague. Obsah: Claude Debussy (1862-1918) - 24 preludií (výběr) César Franck (1822-1890) - Preludium, chorál a fuga Nahrávka jednoho z nejvýznamnějších francouzských klavíristů 20. století Roberta Casadesuse (1899-1972). Seznam stop Preludia pro klavír - I. kniha (výběr) Delfské tanečnice. Lent et grave / Vrcholky na Anacapri. Tres modéré / Dívka s vlasy jako len (Plavovláska). Tres calme et doucement expresiff / Co vyprávěl západní vítr. Animé et tumulteux / Potopená katedrála. Profondément calme / Kejklíři. ModéréPreludia pro klavír - II. kniha (výběr) Vinná brána. Mouv de Habanera / Rusalka. Scherzando / Generál Lavine - výstředník. Dans le style et le Mouvement d'un Cake-Walk / Audienční terasa ve svitu luny. Lent / Střídavé tercie. Modérement animé / Ohňostroj. Modérement animé / MaskyRytiny...

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44 Days in Prague - Ann Shukman

After discovering that her grandmother had pro-German sympathies, Ann Shukman resolved to investigate her grandfather Walter Runciman’s 1938 Mission to Prague. This government-sponsored British delegation sought to broker peace between the Czechoslovak republic and its Sudeten German minority—a dispute that Hitler was aggravating with virulent anti-Czech propaganda and threats of invasion. Drawing fresh evidence from personal diaries, private papers and Czech publications, 44 Days in Prague exposes the misunderstandings and official ignorance that provoked a calamitous series of betrayals. It reveals that, while Walter Runciman always supported Czechoslovakia’s integrity, his wife Hilda—whose role became crucial—publicly favoured the German cause.This is a moving portrayal of Walter’s declining influence as tensions mounted, from the couple’s efforts to court a divided old aristocracy at glittering social occasions, to Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain’s fatal undermining of the Mission, in his abrupt decision to negotiate directly with Hitler. Shukman’s vivid narrative combines personal insight with meticulous research to shine new light on this pivotal yet tragic episode of European history.

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Christmas in Prague - Jensen Helga

What if a last wish could mean a new love? When Olivia’s beloved Aunt Grace passes, she leaves everything to her niece, with one condition: Travel to Prague and deliver a message to Grace’s long-lost true love, Marek. The trouble is, Olivia’s world is getting smaller. Since her husband left her one heartbreaking Christmas Eve, she has found even getting into town a challenge, let alone travelling by herself to a different country. But this is one adventure she has to take, if she is to honour Grace. The snowy, magical city of Prague slowly starts to awaken her festive spirit, and as Marek’s nephew, Tomas, shows her around the gorgeous Christmas markets, Olivia begins to feel she can truly live again. Grace never had her chance at love, but might Olivia’s secret Christmas wish come true and grant her a second chance at romance? A heartwarming, uplifting second-chance romance perfect for fans of Milly Johnson and Julie Caplin.

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Time Out: Prague

As Prague settles into the European Union club, its rebirth as a vibrant Western-style city continues to blossom, with the traces of East bloc communism increasingly hard to uncover. But the City of 100 Spires is also returning to its roots as a decadent, jubilant place that made the word bohemia into a common noun. The smoky jazz clubs, rowdy, cruisy bars and stunning symphony halls have been restored to the spirit and role they once served. And it's fast making up for lost time with local designers and artists creating confrontational work at dozens of galleries while the frisson of the Cold War remains in Soviet-era meat shops and chilling monuments. *Sightseeing in Prague *Prague hotels *Prague restaurants *Prague bars *Prague shops *Prague maps

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Homelessness Among Older Adults in Prague (9788024645261)

Elektronická kniha - autor Jakub Marek, Marie Vágnerová a Ladislav Csémy, 310 stran, anglicky Following their engaging study Homelessness among Young People in Prague, the authors of this book turn their attention to an older population facing the same issue, a very different situation since these older adults grew up under a communist regime where an obligation to work was enshrined in law and living on the street could result in a prison sentence. Based on three years of research, this book provides a slew of data-based statistical insights, analyzing the efficacy of relief provided by both the state and nonprofit organizations, detailing how the clients of such organizations rate their services, to what extent they accept assistance, and whether they believe it has helped them. More importantly, it features extensive interviews with real people, making it the first Czech book on this issue to present homelessness from the perspective of those who live with...

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A Little Place in Prague - Julie Caplinová

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A real winter warmer of a read'' ❄️☕💗⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''An absolute treat'' Sue Moorcroft, Sunday Times BestsellerIt''s been years since Anna has seen Leo Knight. And of all the apartments in all the cities in all the world, he just happens to walk in to her cosy new attic home – as her new housemate.As the two walk the cobbled streets of Prague, taking in the sights and sounds from Wenceslas Square, frosted with snow, to the soft glow of candlelit Charles Bridge, the enchantment of the City of a Hundred Spires soon starts to work its magic on them…Praise for Julie Caplin:‘One unputdownable story’ Sunday Times Bestseller Katie Fforde‘An irresistible slice of escapism’ Sunday Times Bestseller Phillipa Ashley

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The History of St. Matthew´s Church in Prague-Dejvice - Vojtěch Pokorný

The current publication by author Vojtěch Pokorný takes as its subject not only the history of the oldest Christian sacred building in the Prague neighbourhood of Dejvice, but equally the past of the locality itself, starting from its first known settlement in late Neolithic times up to the present. Using a wide range of literature and sources, the author presents a truthful account of the oft-mythicised tales of the earliest traces of human presence in Upper Šárka and the founding of the church consecrated to St. Matthew, and in chronological succession relates the events transpiring there across the following centuries. Research into archival materials and other sources provided the basis for an imposing text that casts light on a history now nearly forgotten. The author unfolds previously neglected topics and opens the curtain for new awareness of our ancestors against the large-scale history of the Czech lands. Though undoubtedly a scholarly text, the book is nonetheless conceived as readable even for the wider public. Among other findings, the reader learns of the origins and gradual expansion of the famous St. Matthew's Fair - until only the recent past, associated with St. Matthew's Church itself. No less intriguing themes addressed are ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Mini Rough Guide to Prague: Travel Guide with eBook - Marc Di Duca, Rough Guides

This mini pocket Prague travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Prague. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips on how to make the most of your trip. It''s sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.In this Prague guidebook, you will find:Curated recommendations of places – expert picks of main attractions, child-friendly activities and relaxing spots, plus where to take the best photosWhat''s new, when to go and sustainable travel – all-new features direct you to what you need to knowThings not to miss in Prague – Astronomical Clock, Wenceslas Square, St Vitus Cathedral, Sternberg Palace, National Theatre, Charles Bridge, Our Lady Before Týn, Old Royal PalaceThree unique trip plans – itinerary suggestions for those on a short break, including one for a Perfect tourFood and drink – recommendations for local specialities and the best dining experiencesWhat to do in Prague – recommendations for entertainment, shopping, sports, children’s activities, events and nightlifePractical information – how to get there and around, money, health and medical care, and tourist informationOverview maps – handy maps on the inside cover flaps show Prague and aroundCzech section – ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Dear Barber Mini Grooming Collection dárková sada pro muže

Dárková sada Dear Barber Mini Grooming Collection obsahuje olej na vousy, balzám na vousy, vosk na knír a toaletní vodu v miniaturním balení. Produkty usnadňují rozčesávání, hydratují a zabraňují podráždění pleti. Je vhodná jako dárek pro muže na speciální příležitosti.

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Secrets of Prague - David Černý

Do you know why the bridge gate between the Lesser Town bridge towers does not face out on Charles Bridge but is at a slant? Do you know what is written in a message to future generations and which was hidden in the wooden statue of the apostle of Doubting Thomas on the Prague astronomical clock?Do you know that the churches of the Prague New Town are a chronicle of the life of Charles IV and make up the magic cross of the New Jerusalem?Do you know that a tree grows in Prague under which the celebrated composer Ludwig van Beethoven courted the young Countess Josephine?Do you know that during difficult times corpses were stored on the streets of Prague?Come explore with us the mysteries of magical Prague!

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Get Started in Latin American Spanish Absolute Beginner Course - Juan Kattan-Ibarra

Do you want a solid foundation to your Latin American Spanish studies?If you are looking for a solid foundation to your language studies for school, work or travel, this engaging course will get you speaking, writing, reading and understanding Latin American Spanish in no time. Through authentic conversations, clear language presentations, and extensive practice and review, you will learn the Latin American Spanish you need to communicate naturally in everyday situations - from booking a hotel room to talking about friends and family.What will I learn?Basic Latin American Spanish is slowly and carefully introduced to ensure you progress confidently through the course and build up a foundation to allow you to feel confident in everyday situations and move to the next level of your learning. It teaches grammar, vocabulary and listening, reading, writing, speaking and pronunciation skills. By the end of the course you will reach a solid Novice High proficiency level of ACTFL (The American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages) and A2 Beginner level of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) guidelines. Is this course for me?Get Started in Latin American Spanish is for absolute and false beginners of Latin American Spanish. Clear and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Rick Steves Pocket Prague (Third Edition) - Rick Steves, Honza Vihan

Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves! This colorful, compact guidebook is perfect for spending a week or less in Prague:City walks and tours: Five detailed self-guided walks, including a walk from the Old Town Square to the Charles Bridge and tours of the Jewish Quarter and Prague Castle Rick's strategic advice on what's worth your time and money What to eat and where to stay: Savor a traditional goulash stew, mingle with locals over a Czech beer or two, and stay in a romantic hotel Day-by-day itineraries to help you prioritize your time A detailed, detachable fold-out map, plus museum and city maps throughout Full-color, portable, and slim for exploring on-the-go Trip-planning practicalities like when to go, how to get around, basic Czech phrases, and more Lightweight, yet packed with info on Prague's history and culture, Rick Steves Pocket Prague truly is a tour guide in your pocket. Extending your trip? Try Rick Steves Prague & the Czech Republic. About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Euroradio Jazz Orchestra: In Prague - CD (CR0775-2)

Hudební CD - Euroradio Jazz Orchestra je unikátní mezinárodní hudební těleso s dlouhou tradicí, do jejíž novodobé historie promluvil klíčovým způsobem Český rozhlas. Euroradio Jazz Orchestra je unikátní mezinárodní hudební těleso s dlouhou tradicí, do jejíž novodobé historie promluvil klíčovým způsobem Český rozhlas. Od roku 2014 se o těleso stará vždy jeden z evropských rozhlasů a svoji péči si rádia jednou ročně vymění. Jako historicky první v řadě převzal v roce 2014 zodpovědnost za fungováním orchestru Český rozhlas ve spolupráci s organizátory festivalu JazzFest Brno. Orchestr, založený na koordinační podpoře mediálních společností sdružených v EBU, se přejmenoval na Euroradio Jazz Orchestra a v této podobě se s ním máme možnost setkat historicky poprvé právě na albu In Prague. Kapela vystoupila pod vedením Jana Jiruchy ml. a provedla skladby Jiruchovy, Štěpánky Balcarové a jednu kompozici rumunského autora. Jako další český člen orchestru se vedle...

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Prague Revisited - Muehlen Bernis

This book of over 200 photographs by Bernis and Peter von zur Muehlen covers the sweep of Prague’s history from World War II to the “Velvet Revolution.” The first chapter, illustrated by his mother’s black and white snapshots of the city, is an account of Peter’s life in Prague as a young boy during the months leading up to the end of World War II and of his family’s narrow escape days before the Red Army entered the city. The following chapters describe four visits by Bernis and Peter between 1985 and 1992, an epoch that saw Czechoslovakia’s transformation from Communist dictatorship to the restoration of democracy. The images reveal not only a glorious city, but also the many less prominent sites that give Prague its unique charm.Haunting images of the Old Jewish Cemetery remind the reader of the turbulent history of the Jews, nearly exterminated by the Nazis. One chapter traces the evolution of the Lennon Wall, a famous symbol of Prague’s long struggle for freedom. Lively accounts of the photographers’ travel experiences document a city slowly coming to terms with its own history.An afterword by Ori Z. Soltes, noted lecturer and author of twenty books, illuminates the city’s ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Latin American Plays in Translation - Mariano Tenconi Blanco, Xavier Villanova, Sebastian Eddowes-Vargas

Six new plays from Latin America’s most exciting and incisive playwrights, newly translated for an English-language audience.From streetwise urchins with a sharp eye for political discourse in Chile to artists who dream of better futures amidst crisis in Perú; from fairy-tale parodies of Princess Diana as an expression of gender-based violence to mundane, everyday acts of love amid hardship, Latin American Plays in Translation offers a unique insight into the concerns and creative responses of some of Latin America’s leading contemporary playwrights.Curated by Global Voices Theatre, this collection features plays originally presented at their popular live events at Arcola Theatre in 2018 (Global Female Voices), and the Roundhouse in 2019 (Global Latin American Voices), sharing the multiplicity and complexity of Latin American experiences. The plays include: La Jana by Juan Pablo Aguilera Justiniano, translated by William Gregory (Chile)A Ranch for the Lost Boys by Sebastián Eddowes, translated by the playwright (Perú)The SAD Summers of Princess Diana by Carla Zuñiga, translated by Fran Olivares (Chile)She by Susana Torres Molina, translated by Gilda Bona (Argentina)Nezahualcóyotl Dreams in Mictlan York by Xavier Villanova, translated by Roberto Cavazos (México)Extraordinary Life by Mariano Tenconi Blanco, translated by Catherine Boyle (Argentina)Complete with an introduction by Malú ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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American Identity in Crisis: Notes from an Accidental Activist - Kat Calvin

A trailblazing activist’s passionate and incisive look at why she started a movement to ensure that 26 million Americans have access to the IDs they need to escape poverty and live healthy and productive livesAmerican Identity in Crisis weaves together three remarkable stories: the making of an activist in the wake of the 2016 presidential election; the fight against the onerous rules that are being used to keep vulnerable and targeted populations from participating in all facets of American life -from obtaining jobs and housing to going to the polls- and how we can solve a problem that impacts millions of American adults.Kat Calvin ties all of these threads together in profound ways. In American Identity in Crisis, she takes us on a cross-country tour as she and her team uncover one of the biggest secrets in America and learn how to solve it. We meet veterans, the unhoused, and senior citizens, and learn the story of the fierce advocate who insists on recognizing their humanity and seeing them as souls who are resilient and striving for change. Told in a voice that is strong and vulnerable; funny and fearless, confident and self-deprecating, American Identity in Crisis is a defense ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Routed West: Twentieth-Century African American Quilts in California

A celebration of the joyful power of African American quilts, featuring images of over 100 quilts, new research and essaysThe first publication dedicated to historical African American quilts in California, Routed West traces the flow and flourishing of quilts in the context of the Second Great Migration from 1940 to 1970. As millions of African Americans sought greater economic opportunities and freedom outside of the American South, hundreds of thousands initially arrived in the Golden State. Many migrants carried quilts as functional objects and physical reminders of the homes they left behind. They also brought their quiltmaking skills, extending the art form’s Southern roots to the western United States in the later part of the 20th century.Featuring vibrant images of over 100 quilts by nearly 90 individuals—the majority of whom are women and have ties to the San Francisco Bay Area—and new research, Routed West honors the resilience, self-determination, collective care and creative ingenuity of this distinctive migrant generation. Essays by scholars, curators, quilt historians and artists celebrate the joyful power of African American quilts as objects of beauty, memory and cultural reclamation within Black life, and explore the role of museums in their stewardship and preservation. This book accompanies ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Prague Spring - Simon Mawer

''Prague Spring is a wonderfully atmospheric portrait of the city as well as a political and historical thriller with dashes of espionage. It is as brilliant as anything he has written, which is saying a lot'' The TimesIt''s the summer of 1968, the year of love and hate, of Prague Spring and Cold War winter. Two English students, Ellie and James, set off to hitch-hike across Europe with no particular aim in mind but a continent, and themselves, to discover. Somewhere in southern Germany they decide, on a whim, to visit Czechoslovakia where Alexander Dubcek''s ''socialism with a human face'' is smiling on the world.Meanwhile Sam Wareham, a first secretary at the British embassy in Prague, is observing developments in the country with a mixture of diplomatic cynicism and a young man''s passion. In the company of Czech student Lenka Konecková, he finds a way into the world of Czechoslovak youth, its hopes and its ideas. It seems that, for the first time, nothing is off limits behind the Iron Curtain.Yet the wheels of politics are grinding in the background. The Soviet leader, Leonid Brezhnev is making demands of Dubcek and the Red Army is massed on the borders. How ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Prague Stolpersteine - Sage Trevor

Trevor Sage je britský inženýr, který se usadil v Praze. V roce 2018 se rozhodl vyčistit pražské památníky věnované obětem nacistického režimu tzv. Stolpersteine (kameny zmizelých) poté, co se o nich dozvěděl na prohlídce pražského Židovského města. První Stolperstein byl v Praze instalován 8. října 2008 a již čtyřstý byl položen 22. června 2021. Sage sestavil tuto knihu jako poctu obětem nacistického režimu. Kniha spojuje fotografie kamenů zmizelých s portrétními fotografiemi obětí, informacemi o jejich transportech a také dojemné životní příběhy několika obětí, často sepsané přímo jejich příbuznými, kteří do knihy laskavě přispěli. ************************** Trevor Sage is a British expat living in Prague. He started cleaning the cities Stolpersteine, memorials dedicated to victims of Nazism, in 2018, after learning about them on a tour of Prague’s Jewish Quarter. Prague’s first Stolperstein was installed on 8 October 2008. The city’s 400th was laid on 22 June 2021. Sage compiled this book as a tribute to the victims. It brings together: photographs of the Stolpersteine; portrait pictures of the person, and information about their deportation(s); touching stories about victims’ lives are included, many written by relatives who have kindly contributed to this book.

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Why Should I Go To Prague - Team WSIGT, Elke Parsa

No idea where to go in Prague? We do! Dive into the heart of Prague, with savvy tips on where to stay, eat and explore without breaking the bank. It might be hard to grasp Prague''s essence. Fear not, with this book in hand, you''ll make the city your own. Whether you''re hunting for cool hangouts, vintage treasures, or budget-friendly bites, this book is your ultimate companion. And let''s not forget about things like: Culture, fun facts, sightseeing & museums, How to blend in with the locals, Famous people with intriguing ties to the city, The best photo ops, Bars, street food, takeaways & restaurants, Clubs to dance the night away, And much more!

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Mysterious Prague - A City Hiding the Secret of Secrets - Arnošt Vašíček

Existuje-li nějaké místo prodchnuté skrz na skrz tajemstvím je to nepochybně Praha. Město mágů, alchymistů a zasvěcenců. Podivuhodné sídlo, o němž se vypráví, že spočívá na hranici dvou realit a je skutečným prahem, vstupní bránou do jiné dimenze.Kdysi dávno prý přišla skupinka mnichů z Indie, odhalila tuto jedinečnou vlastnost dané lokality a postavila na ní první stavby tak, aby ještě více umocnila schopnost kontaktů s jiným světy, a s tím nadpřirozeným zvlášť.Spisovatel Dan Brown uvedl, že jeho fascinace Prahou „začala její hlubokou historií mystiky a okultismu. Je to labyrint záhadných míst - ideální kulisa pro thriller Roberta Langdona - město tajemství, starověkých i moderních.“A opravdu.V Praze téměř na každém kroku jsou ukryty stopy fascinujících tajemství. Útržky dávno odvátých dějů, ozvěna minulosti plné záhad a nevysvětlených okamžiků.Arnošt Vašíček představuje devět největších záhad města, kde se zrodilo tajemství všech tajemství.----------------------------------- If there is a place permeated by mystery through and through, it is undoubtedly Prague. A city of magicians, alchemists and initiates. A wondrous place said to lie on the border of two realities, a true threshold, a gateway to another dimension.It is said that a long time ago, a group of monks from India arrived, discovered the unique properties of the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Prague 22 - Raymond Tallis

Prague 22: A Philosopher Takes a Tram through a City is a work of joyful wonder inspired by the encounter between the philosopher of the title and one of the world’s most beautiful cities. The memoir is anchored in the enchanting 22 tram journey linking the author’s flat in Prague with the Castle. The city is unpacked in a torrent of sharp-eyed observations, reflections, and speculations, seasoned with mischievous humour. An attempt to encompass the magic, history, culture, and tragedy of Prague is interwoven with reflections on the enigmas of the human mind, of memory and forgetfulness, of knowledge and ignorance, and our strange nature as embodied subjects. The story of the meeting of a mind and a city widens and deepens into a celebration of the mystery of the world and of the human creatures who have constructed it.

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Americký barber v Praze (978-80-277-1167-3)

Kniha - autor kraig Casebier, 288 stran, česky, pevná bez přebalu lesklá V Kraigově rodině má barberství dlouhou historii -- už od roku 1914. Už odmalička se učil se v otcových a dědečkových barber shopech v Kentucky, a posléze svůj výcvik zakončil v jedné z předních světových akademií. Potom pracoval se svým bratrem v jejich vlastním podniku v Atlantě. Kraigovy cesty ho nakonec zavedly do Prahy, kde se rozhodl zapustit nové kořeny a otevřít si vlastní barber shop, aby pokračoval ve vášni, které se už věnuje přes čtyřicet let. Kraig se pravidelně objevuje v evropských časopisech a v české i německé televizi, včetně televizního dokumentu o jeho životě v Praze. Časopis Barbers Quarterly ho prohlásil za jednoho z nejlepších barberů v Evropě. Kraig Casebier vyrostl v Kentucky a nikdy si vlastně nedovel představit jinou kariéru než barberství. Péče o vlasy má v jeho rodině dlouhou tradici. Osud mu však nedopřál stabilní kariéru vázanou na jedno místo. Zdravotní...

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American Businesses in China - Marilyn J. Matelski, Nancy Lynch Street

Since the publication of earlier editions of this book, China''s political and economic landscapes have changed dramatically, with the rise of new leadership, evolving alliances, tariff wars, educational policies and technological advancements. Focusing on Chinese-American ventures, this expanded and revised edition chronicles the investments that have marked China''s astonishing growth in the 21st century. Adding another dimension to the exploration of Chinese-American commerce, this edition discusses China''s roots in Confucian identity and its effect on modern business culture. Case studies of American businesses that have been successful in China are included. Reflecting upon the changing nature of Chinese consumerism and international corporate behavior, the authors close with specific suggestions for those interested in doing business in China.

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Prague at the turn of the century - Pavel Scheufler

Towards the end of the Austro-Hungarian Empire Prague still possessed its venerable majesty, but now it was fast becoming a modern European metropolis. The old Jewish Quarter had been replaced with broad boulevards, modern bridges spanned the river, and the first steam trains from Vienna were arriving at the station. While only recently the Emperor and his guard had promenaded here, soon independence would be declared and a new country, Czechoslovakia, would be founded. The remarkable photographs in this book capture key moments and everyday life in Prague. Pavel Scheufler has selected over 140 photographs from his family's archive and written a learned commentary on each one. This book is not only a valuable account of a city in transition, but a guide to reading photographs in a way that lets us hear the fascinating stories they tell.

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Prague. La ville dorée - Marie-France Arlon, Mario Pasa

Prague appears freshly unveiled, as if emerging from a winter mist, though slightly blackened by soot. This city in the "heart of Europe" boasts over a thousand years of history. An astonishing range of architectural styles have merged together over the centuries. In Prague baroque art dominates as a unifying force, and actually succeeds in tempering the city’s almost violent architectural diversity.

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The Prague Orgy - Philip Roth

In quest of the unpublished manuscript of a martyred Yiddish writer, the American novelist Nathan Zuckerman travels to Soviet-occupied Prague in the mid-1970s. There, in a nation straightjacketed by totalitarian Communism, he discovers a literary predicament, marked by institutionalised oppression, that is rather different from his own. He also discovers, among the oppressed writers with whom he quickly becomes embroiled in a series of bizarre and poignant adventures, an appealingly perverse kind of heroism. The Prague Orgy, consisting of entries from Zuckerman's notebooks recording his sojourn among these outcast artists, completes the trilogy and epilogue Zuckerman Bound. It provides a startling ending to Roth's intricately designed magnum opus on the unforeseen consequences of art. In 1997 Philip Roth won the Pulitzer Prize for American Pastoral. In 1998 he received the National Medal of Arts at the White House, and in 2002 the highest award of the American Academy of Arts and Letters, the Gold Medal in Fiction, previously awarded to John Dos Passos, William Faulkner and Saul Bellow, among others. He has twice won the National Book Award and the National Book Critics Circle Award. He has won the PEN/Faulkner Award three times. In 2005 The Plot Against America received ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Instructions for American Servicemen in Britain, 1942

In 1942 the United States War Department distributed a handbook to American Servicemen advising them on the peculiarities of the ‘British, their country, and their ways’. By turns hilarious and poignant, many observations remain quaintly relevant today. Reproduced in a style reminiscent of the era, this is a wonderfully evocative war-time memento.

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American Football in the Family - Jake Maddox

Alejandro is a new high school American football quarterback with big shoes to fill - his brother''s. But none of the plays that worked for his brother seem to be working for him. With Coach J threatening to bench him, Alejandro has to come up with something good fast. His sister Izzy just might be the secret weapon he needs!Combining exciting sports stories and a diiverse cast of characters with a dynamic graphic novel format, this fast-paced tale of sportsmanship and teamwork comes to life in a full-colour graphic novel. Supportive back matter, including comprehension questions, writing prompts and non-fiction sports info, helps young readers and sports enthusiasts step up their game.

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Complete Latin American Spanish Beginner to Intermediate Course - Juan Kattan-Ibarra

Do you want to develop a solid understanding of Latin American Spanish and communicate confidently with others?Through authentic conversations, vocabulary building, grammar explanations and extensive practice and review, Complete Latin American Spanish will equip you with the skills you need to use Latin American Spanish in a variety of settings and situations, developing your cultural awareness along the way.What will I achieve by the end of the course?By the end of Complete Latin American Spanish you will have a solid intermediate-level grounding in the four key skills - reading, writing, speaking and listening - and be able to communicate with confidence and accuracy. Is this course for me?If you want to move confidently from beginner to intermediate level, this is the course for you. It''s perfect for the self-study learner, with a one-to-one tutor, or for the beginner classroom. It can also be used as a refresher course. What do I get?-13 learning units plus verbs reference and word glossary and revision section-Discovery Method - figure out rules and patterns to make the language stick -Teaches the key skills - reading, writing, listening, and speaking -Learn to learn - tips and skills on how to be a better language learner ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Asian American Histories of the United States - Catherine Ceniza Choy

An inclusive and landmark history, emphasizing how essential Asian American experiences are to any understanding of US historyOriginal and expansive, Asian American Histories of the United States is a nearly 200-year history of Asian migration, labor, and community formation in the US. Reckoning with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and the surge in anti-Asian hate and violence, award-winning historian Catherine Ceniza Choy presents an urgent social history of the fastest growing group of Americans. The book features the lived experiences and diverse voices of immigrants, refugees, US-born Asian Americans, multiracial Americans, and workers from industries spanning agriculture to healthcare.Despite significant Asian American breakthroughs in American politics, arts, and popular culture in the twenty-first century, a profound lack of understanding of Asian American history permeates American culture. Choy traces how anti-Asian violence and its intersection with misogyny and other forms of hatred, the erasure of Asian American experiences and contributions, and Asian American resistance to what has been omitted are prominent themes in Asian American history. This ambitious book is fundamental to understanding the American experience and its existential crises of the early twenty-first century.

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American Thunder - Richard C. Anderson Jr.

If the machine gun changed the course of ground combat in the First World War, it was the tank that shaped ground combat in World War II. The tank was introduced in World War I in an effort to end the stalemate of the machine gun versus barbed-wire trenches, and by World War II, the tank’s mobility and firepower became a rolling, thundering difference-maker on the battlefield. In this detailed, deeply researched, and heavily illustrated book, tank expert Richard Anderson tells the story of how the United States developed its armored force, turning it into a war-winning weapon in World War II that powered American ground forces and supplied armies around the world, including the British and Soviets.For decades, American tanks of World War II have been undervalued in comparisons with German and Soviet tanks—and it’s true that the best of American armor tended to underperform the best of German and Soviet armor during the war. That’s because the U.S. had a different goal: not only to create battleworthy tanks like the Sherman, and to develop other tanks, but also to supply American allies with serviceable, combat-ready tanks. The United States did all this, but until now the complete story ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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I Was Their American Dream - Malaka Gharib

“A portrait of growing up in America, and a portrait of family, that pulls off the feat of being both intimately specific and deeply universal at the same time. I adored this book.”—Jonny Sun “[A] high-spirited graphical memoir . . . Gharib’s wisdom about the power and limits of racial identity is evident in the way she draws.”—NPRWINNER OF THE ARAB AMERICAN BOOK AWARD • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY NPR • The New York Public Library • Kirkus ReviewsI Was Their American Dream is at once a coming-of-age story and a reminder of the thousands of immigrants who come to America in search for a better life for themselves and their children. The daughter of parents with unfulfilled dreams themselves, Malaka navigated her childhood chasing her parents'' ideals, learning to code-switch between her family''s Filipino and Egyptian customs, adapting to white culture to fit in, crushing on skater boys, and trying to understand the tension between holding onto cultural values and trying to be an all-American kid.Malaka Gharib''s triumphant graphic memoir brings to life her teenage antics and illuminates earnest questions about identity and culture, while providing thoughtful insight into the lives of modern ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The American Revolution - Daniel Marston

Updated and revised from the popular 2002 edition, with full-colour maps and new images throughout, this is a concise study of the American Revolutionary War. The American Revolution, or the American War of Independence, has been characterized politically as a united political uprising of the American colonies and militarily as a guerrilla campaign of colonists against the inflexible British military establishment. In this book, Daniel Marston argues that this belief, though widespread, is a misconception. He contends that the American Revolution, in reality, created deep political divisions in the population of the Thirteen Colonies, while militarily pitting veterans of the Seven Years'' War against one another, in a conflict that combined guerrilla tactics and classic 18th-century campaign techniques on both sides. The peace treaty of 1783 that brought an end to the war marked the formal beginning of the United States of America as an independent political entity.With revisions from the author and 50 new images, this illustrated overview of the American Revolution provides an important reference resource for the academic or student reader as well as those with a general interest in the period.

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American Whiskey Master Class - Lew Bryson

Go beyond the glass and discover the secrets behind your favorite styles of American whiskey in this updated, expanded, deluxe edition featuring a faux-leather cover and ribbon marker.Over the past three decades, Lew Bryson has been one of the most influential voices in whiskey—a longtime editor of Whisky Advocate and author of the critically acclaimed guides Tasting Whiskey and Whiskey Master Class. In this expanded edition of American Whiskey Master Class, Lew focuses solely on American whiskeys, sharing everything he’s learned on his journey through the world of American bourbon, rye, and other whiskeys. This approachable book is like a “200-level” class taught by a favorite teacher, with compelling tales (like how barrel aging came to be), insider tips (such as an old taster’s trick for sampling whiskey), and explanations you never thought you needed (like why you can never get a beverage that’s 100% alcohol—and why you should stick to whiskey!).In this handsome edition, you’ll find it all:An overview of the different types of whiskeys, including the rules and identities of each. He also includes information on craft whiskeys, which tend to be more creative and freewheeling than the styles made by traditional producers.Exploration of the key whiskey ingredients, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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American Shtetl - David N. Myers, Nomi M. Stolzenberg

A compelling account of how a group of Hasidic Jews established its own local government on American soilSettled in the mid-1970s by a small contingent of Hasidic families, Kiryas Joel is an American town with few parallels in Jewish history—but many precedents among religious communities in the United States. This book tells the story of how this group of pious, Yiddish-speaking Jews has grown to become a thriving insular enclave and a powerful local government in upstate New York. While rejecting the norms of mainstream American society, Kiryas Joel has been stunningly successful in creating a world apart by using the very instruments of secular political and legal power that it disavows. Nomi Stolzenberg and David Myers paint a richly textured portrait of daily life in Kiryas Joel, exploring the community's guiding religious, social, and economic norms. They delve into the roots of Satmar Hasidism and its charismatic founder, Rebbe Joel Teitelbaum, following his journey from nineteenth-century Hungary to post–World War II Brooklyn, where he dreamed of founding an ideal Jewish town modeled on the shtetls of eastern Europe. Stolzenberg and Myers chart the rise of Kiryas Joel as an official municipality with its own elected local government. They show ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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American Business History - Walter A. Friedman

By the early twentieth century, it became common to describe the United States as a "business civilization." President Coolidge in 1925 said, "The chief business of the American people is business." More recently, historian Sven Beckert characterized Henry Ford''s massive manufactory as the embodiment of America: "While Athens had its Parthenon and Rome its Colosseum, the United States had its River Rouge Factory in Detroit..." How did business come to assume such power and cultural centrality in America? This volume explores the variety of business enterprise in the United States and analyzes its presence in the country''s economy, its evolution over time, and its meaning in society. It introduces readers to formative business leaders (including Elbert Gary, Harlow Curtice, and Mary Kay Ash), leading firms (Mellon Bank, National Cash Register, Xerox), and fiction about business people (The Octopus, Babbitt, The Man in the Grey Flannel Suit). It also discusses Alfred Chandler, Joseph Schumpeter, Mira Wilkins, and others who made significant contributions to understanding of America''s business history. This VSI pursues its three central themes - the evolution, scale, and culture of American business - in a chronological framework stretching from the American Revolution to today. The first theme is evolution: ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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