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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - An Unofficial Disney-themed book full of activity pages to keep kids (big or small!) happy while waiting in rides for lines or parades, as well as fun and creatively designed autograph pages for tons of your favorite characters. Full-color and tons of enjoyment to be had. Makes a perfect keepsake with spots for jotting down memories, and is perfectly sized for taking around the parks. This is general Disney-themed, not specific to any specific park. We are not affiliated with Disney in any way.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - After the wild success of Halloween in 1978 and then 1980s ultra-gory Friday the 13th, there was no denying the box office potential of the low-budget slasher movies. Parents hated them, critics despised them, and teens flocked to them, making the biggest hits from minor productions. It was a perfect time to be a movie fan, as video cassettes entered the market and video stores blossomed on every street corner. Cable television also exploded into households across the country. For the first time, film fans had access to thousands and thousands of titles that were available to them before, and slasher movies were everywhere. You could go to the theater or the drive-in to see them upon their initial release, catch them later on VHS or Betamax, or even wait and watch them on Commander USA's Groovie Movie or Elvira's Movie Macabre. Slasher movies were never more prevalent than in 1981 when dozens of them saw theatrical releases and all of them made money. It Came From Hollywood Book 2 celebrates the slasher era with eight exclusive interviews with the people who made those films and a couple of 21st-century purveyors who keep that spirit alive.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - The legend of William Tell takes on new meaning in this wonderful retelling by master storyteller H. E. Marshall. William Tell is the folk hero of Switzerland whose exploits were first recorded in a fifteenth-century Swiss chronicle. Set in the time of the first Swiss Confederacy, Tell's story runs alongside that of the struggle for independence waged against the Holy Roman Empire by the Alpine nation.According to the legend, Gessler, a newly-appointed Austrian ruler of two local regions, caused his hat to be placed on a raised pole in the central square of a village, and ordered that all the townsfolk bow before it. When Tell refused to bow to the hat, Gessler ordered Tell's son to be seized. The tyrannical ruler then demanded that Tell shoot an apple off his son's head or both of them would be executed. Tell took the shot, and succeeded. From there, numerous incidents took place which led to the assassination of Gessler, an act that sparked the Swiss rebellion. There is no real evidence that William Tell actually existed or that the events recounted in the legend took place. Marshall addresses it this way in her introduction: 'Yet some people say that William Tell never lived. Let them visit the Rütli, Tell's Platte, the Hollow Way, and let them ask themselves whether Tell lives in the hearts of his countrymen or not.'.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - This is a masterful retelling of the story of the siege of Troy, as contained in The Iliad. Written especially for younger readers, this book provides a perfect introduction to the storyline contained in the classic work, starting from the events which led to the ten-year siege of Troy by a coalition of Greek states, and ending with the death of Hector after the climactic final battle which featured the hero warrior Achilles.The reader will meet the famous characters Paris, Helen, Hector, Ajax, and many others, all of whom have passed into the realms of European folklore, even though the events of The Iliad occurred over 2,500 years ago. Along with The Odyssey, The Iliad is among the oldest existing works of Western literature, with the earliest written version dating to around the eighth century BC. It is a vital work for anyone seeking a well-rounded classical education. This version has been completely reset and hand-edited and contains the original illustrations by W. Heath Robinson.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - The Barbary pirates operated for over 300 years from the time of the expulsion of the Moors from Spain in 1492 until the occupation of Algiers by France in 1831. More than one million Europeans were seized in raids on Europe's coasts while citizens from every white nation whose ships sailed the seas fell victim to the Muslim slave traders.This book, first published in a time when authors could speak freely, pulls no punches on the racial undertones to the North African slave trade, and provides a complete overview of the rise of the 'Scourge of Christendom' until its destruction at the hands of combined European and American military strikes in the early nineteenth century.'Mr. Shaler, the American consul, saw them, and he remarked that the horrors of the negro slave trade were tender mercies when compared with the sufferings which were inflicted upon the inhabitants of Italy and Spain by these detestable barbarians.'.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - This easy-to-read book provides a concise overview of the amazing world of the Vikings, from the time of their first appearance in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. As this work reveals, the Vikings were not just a band of sea-pirates who roved the seas in search of plunder, but rather a race of brave and hardy Northmen who became sea-rovers because the rights and the freedom which their fathers had cherished were being taken from them.In this book you will read of their belief systems, their adventures at home, and their exploits throughout Europe. The Vikings left their imprint in England, Ireland, France, Russia, and even reached as far south as Constantinople. They discovered, named, and settled Iceland and Greenland, and tried to settle Vinland, or North America, hundreds of years before Columbus crossed the ocean. The lives of some of their greatest heroes are discussed to provide a fascinating insight into their lifestyles, and finally the book details their slow and haphazard conversion to Christianity which finally halted their sea-faring exploits.Illustrated by Monro S. Orr.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - This book is a must-have book for those, who love dark fantasy and gothic illustrations. Inside you will find witches, castles, gothic unicorn, dark Alice and more mythical creatures of the night, that you can color the way you want! The illustrations were drawn by Alexandra Chebunina and Evgenia Chebunina (ColoringByKitty). This book contains 20 greyscale coloring pages. Each page is one-sided. We recommend using pencils, soft pastel, it is not suitable for wet media such as watercolors. However, if you are using markers use sheet of card under the page you are coloring so it won`t bleed through. Page size is a large 8 x 10 inches high quality paper (105 GSM). Some of these illustrations are highly detailed while others are a bit less complicated.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - In this book we take a look at some of the most common questions that business owners ask regarding Internet marketing, social media, websites and much more. This book is a guide and reference for business owners looking to get the most out of their business on-line. Question topics covered in this book include - Website Questions - User Experience Questions - Content Management Questions - Blogging Questions - Website Re-Design Questions - Content Questions - Website Hosting Questions - SEO Questions - Domain and Security Questions - Social Media Questions - Email Marketing Questions - Podcast and Vlogging Questions The author's mission is to help business owners make better digital marketing decisions by having the education they need to be successful and compete on a level playing field.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - This book contains 20 line art coloring pages (and 3 bonus greyscale pages). The illustrations are printed on one side of the paper, so you can use any medium and not worry about destroying another picture. The paper thickness is 105 GSM, it`s perfect for colored pencils, pastel, pens and markers. The illustrations were drawn by two young artists and twin sisters - Alexandra ('Kitty') and Evgenia ('Jen'). If you love fantasy and gothic art - this book is definately for you!

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Translated by Gustav Hein. The very best of traditional Danish folklore comes alive for the present-day reader in this classic collection originally compiled by specialist scholar Svend Grundtvig. The tales selected for this volume were designed to represent all aspects of the unique cultural heritage of the Danish people. Grundtvig issued an appeal in 1854 for his countrymen to collect and submit the stories, which, until then, were largely oral, handed down from generation to generation. Hundreds of stories were duly compiled, and Gruntvig's final collection was published in 1876-and became an instant hit. While stories such as 'Olaf the Mermaid's Son,' 'The Raven of Salby,' and 'Prince Irregang and Maid Miseri' stamped the tales as solidly Danish in origin, other stories such as 'The Most Obedient Wife,' 'Virtue Its Own Reward,' and 'The School of Black Art,' contain moral lessons which could be universal, but which are still unique to this small northern European nation. The stories can be read for delight, or as part of serious scholarly research, and are meant to be enjoyed by children and adults alike.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - This book is a personal and faith journey - a book of reflective, inspirational prayers written every day for a year. Back in early May 2020 I had a vision for this project slip its way into my mind. The vision was a request to write prayers to Mother Mary. I was asked to do this every day for twelve months. Why this project I was baffled! It was no simple task. I just sat there wondering how in Mary's name I was going to write 365 prayers that didn't end up being similar. I found that from the very beginning it became a reflective personal observational exercise for me and the prayers have become more of a reflection with a prayer attached. My prayer today is to you - that you find joy and strength in your heart as you walk the path of wherever these words take you.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Part eight of an eight part series on the history of America from its earliest times through to the age of George Washington, told by master storyteller Jacob Abbott.In this last volume, Abbott tells the story of the life of George Washington, the military leader of the American Revolution, and the first president of the nation he led to victory against the British Empire.This is no dry autobiography-it is an action-packed insider view of the American Revolution, and the creation of the United States. It tells of Washington's early life, his family background, his early military career, and his first retirement and farming activities at Mount Vernon. This period also includes many little-known personal details, drawn together using Abbott's famous original research methodology.Washington's recall to public service by the Continental Congress to lead the revolution, his victory, election as first president, policies, and the creation of the branches of government, are then recounted, providing once more many fascinating details and revelations on how the great issues of the day were addressed-which still have ramifications to the present day.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Illustrated by George Morrow. A wonderful retelling of the stories of the First, Third, and Eighth Crusades, narrated by a fictional 'wandering Jew' (cursed to live until the Second Coming of Christ), this classic work takes the reader on an epic rollercoaster ride of the triumphs, tribulations, and ultimate defeat of the European counterattack against the rampant Muslim aggression which had seized the Christian lands in the Middle East.The author explains how the Islamic military conquest of huge areas of the Byzantine Empire sparked the call to Crusade, and then weaves the story of some of the most famous characters and events of the Crusades. From the dizzying successes of the First Crusade-the siege and fall of Antioch and the fall of Jerusalem-to the recapture of Jerusalem by the Muslims, the reader will meet and understand the major characters of the time: Richard Lionheart, Duke Godfrey (the Norman warrior and first king of Jerusalem), Saladin, and King Louis of France. The reader will also discover the full tragedy of the ill-fated 'Children's Crusade' and much more in this enthralling book.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - A fascinating account of the life, trials, tribulations-and ultimately failure-of one of Europe's first notable 'constitutional monarchs,' Louis Philippe (1773-1850).The first king to be properly elected by the National Assembly, his reign was based on the principle of union of king and people, and marked the first real shift away from the 'divine right to rule' approach to kingship. This sweeping work reveals many details not generally known about this momentous change in European politics, all the while keeping the reader's attention by weaving together the story of Louis Philippe's youth, his years of exile, the dramatic events leading to his appointment as king, his extended family and relations, and finally his steady decline in popularity until his own forced abdication and exile in 1848. Regarded as a usurper by the aristocracy, but rejected by the masses because of the fact that he was made king by an assembly elected by only one hundred and fifty thousand voters-he was stalked by assassins at every step, becoming known as the 'Target King.' Finally, caught between the conflicting demands of the aristocracy and the 1848 revolutions, he resigned and fled into exile once again. 'We may search history in vain for the record of any monarch so unrelentingly harassed as was Louis Philippe from the time he ascended the throne until he was driven from it. He was irreproachable in morals, a man who had seen much of the world in all its phases, sagacious and well meaning. But he was placed in a position in which no earthly wisdom could rescue him from the direst trouble.'.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Mauritius, Mauritius Art and Culture, Mauritius Elektronisches Buch, Mauritius tourism, Mauritius history, Africa, vacation. The Mauritian culture's rich diversity is evident in Mauritius' landscape where churches, temples and mosques jostle each other for space. Chinese pagodas and Buddhist temples are also a common sight in Mauritius. The people of Mauritius celebrate various festivals belonging to different religions with equal gusto and fervor such as Mahashivratri, Diwali, Ganesh Chathurti, Eid-Ul-Fitr, Christmas, Easter and Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) among others. The Tamil festival of Cavadee that celebrates Lord Muruga is a penitence ritual that involves spectacular feats like the fire-walking ceremony. Mahebourg in Mauritius has always was in the news for its high-profile tourist destinations and serene beauty. Located in the Southern coastline of the country, Mahebourg in Mauritius has a bright history associated with it. Mahebourg in Mauritius is believed to be the first place where the founders of the famous Colonial Empire had set their stepping stones. Mahebourg in Mauritius is also regarded to be the typical manifestation of a medieval Mauritian village. The flora and fauna that is available here in Mahebourg in Mauritius is perfectly represented in the Airgettes Bird Sanctuary. Fishermen are known to come here in Mahebourg in Mauritius every single day for their catch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - This guided business journal is for the new entrepreneur. Those who want to start a small business but do not know how. I am here to help! My goal is to push you forward on your entrepreneurial journey by helping you map out a concise business plan, avoid the countless mistakes that I made and create a profitable small business.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Translated from the French by Florence Constable Bicknell. A wondrous introduction to the world of chemistry, designed specifically for younger readers with the intention of arousing their interest in science.Using everyday objects found around the house or in the local store, this book is set as a storyline in which an 'Uncle Paul' teaches his two nephews the secrets behind building an artificial volcano; how to set metals on fire; the flammable properties of water; how to make a fire hotter; how to make soap bubbles rise; how to make invisible ink; the science behind effervescent wines, ciders, and beer; how plants feed on carbon, water, and air-and much, much more.From the translator's preface:'The personal, biographical interest of the book is not to be overlooked. The boys Jules and Emile are the author's own children; faithfully portrayed even to the names they bear. In his captivating fashion the man of vast learning makes himself at once teacher and comrade to his young hearers, and we learn that 'his chemistry lessons especially had a great success.''With apparatus of his own devising and of the simplest kind he could perform a host of elementary experiments, the apparatus as a rule consisting of the most ordinary materials, such as a common flask or bottle, an old mustard-pot, a tumbler, a goose-quill or a pipe-stem.'A series of astonishing phenomena amazed their wondering eyes. He made them see, touch, taste, handle, and smell, and always 'the hand assisted the word,' always 'the example accompanied the precept,' for no one more fully valued the profound maxim, so neglected and misunderstood, that 'to see is to know.''.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - A Voice from the Congo is British adventurer Herbert Ward's equally sensational follow-up to his earlier Five Years with the Congo Cannibals. It is a more complete account of his experiences in the Congo in the late nineteenth century, and was published in response to the success of his earlier work.After joining Sir Henry M. Stanley's expedition to the Congo in 1884, the author organized transport services, going far into the interior to set up stations and recruit carriers. There, deep in Africa's interior where he was often the first white men the locals had ever seen, Ward recorded in detail the culture he found, providing one of the first complete anthropological surveys of African life before the advent of colonialism.This work provides many fascinating insights into how Congo basin African society was ordered: the chieftain system, the lives of ordinary villagers, and the dreadful fate of slaves, women, the elderly, and the sick-all of whom were regarded as of little value and often disposed of in the most brutal fashion.Topics in this book include the African witchdoctor and his power over the natives; the involvement of Arabs in the African slave trade; the languages, culture, and weapons of the different tribes, and the rampant cannibalism which was a defining feature of many of the tribes he encountered.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Malawi Culture and Art, the African Tradition. Travel Guide, Tourism, Environment, People and Ethnic. The Malawi people are of Bantu origin and comprise of many different ethnic groups. These include Chewa, Nyanja, Yao, Tumbuka, Lomwe, Sena, Tonga, Ngoni, Ngonde, Asian and European. The Chichewa (Chewa) people form the largest part of the population group and are largely in the central and southern parts of Malawi. The Yao people are predominately found around the southern area of Lake Malawi and the Tumbuka are found mainly in the north of the country.(There are small populations of Asian and European people living mainly in the cities. Malawi is often called the 'Warm Heart of Africa.' because of the warmth and friendliness of the people. Malawians typically live with their extended families in huts that are grouped together in villages. A spirit of cooperation prevails as family members share both work and resources. As you drive through Malawi you can see the small villages of huts and people at work in the fields or collecting water for their families.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Color edition with ten color illustrations and many in black and white. Croatian Tales of Long Ago By Ivana Berli¿-Mäurani¿. Translated by F. S. Copeland. Illustrated by Vladimir Kirin. Croatian Tales of Long Ago is a collection of six short stories, based on the author's extensive knowledge of ancient Slavic mythology of Croatia. Mixing fairy stories with events, motifs, and legends dating back nearly a millennium, this work was one of the author's most famous writings, and although aimed at younger readers, can easily be enjoyed by adults as well. Croatian mythology is part of the Slavic tradition, which offers readers a fascinating insight into the folklore oral traditions of deeds of valor, family relationships, local tribal conflicts, and the inevitable battle with a dragon. The stories are gripping; the characters clearly defined; there is good and evil-and good always wins. This is a classic work which is essential for anyone wishing to experience a neglected, but important part of European cultural history.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - 'A complete and thrilling account of the terrible atrocities and wholesale murders committed in Armenia by Mohammedan fanatics including a full account of the Turkish people, their history, government, manners, customs and strange religious belief,' reads the accurate and original subtitle to this masterful account of the Ottoman Turkish Empire's criminal rampage through Armenia during the nineteenth century.First published in 1896, this book remains the premier source for what became known as the Armenian holocaust: an ongoing series of massacres resulting in the near-complete extermination of the Christian Armenian people at the hands of the Muslim Turks. The author, an American missionary to Armenia, explains in detail the brutal nature of Islam, its self-professed divine right to enslave, torture, and murder non-Muslims at will, and the terrible atrocities inflicted upon the Armenian people for no other reason than that they were Christians, and more intelligent and successful than the Turks. Also includes The Mohammedan Reign of Terror in Armenia by Henry Davenport Northrop, DD.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - The incredible true story of an American ship's crew taken into slavery by the Muslim slave traders of North Western Africa after being wrecked on that continent's west coast, has riveted, fascinated, and horrified readers since its first publication two hundred years ago.Captain Riley's ship, the Commerce, was sailing from Gibraltar to the Cape Verde Islands when it was lost in fog and wrecked on the west Moroccan coast. There, the crew were seized by passing Berbers, who, after taking their food and pouring out their drinking water, carried off the white men deep into the Sahara desert. The book tells in shocking detail the events before and after their capture by marauding Sahrawi natives, and their mistreatment, which included beatings, heat exposure, and starvation (to the point where they were forced to drink their own urine just to stay alive). Eventually, the abused, underfed, and overworked captives were on the point of death when their masters sold them to yet another Arab slave trader. He had purchased the white men upon Riley's promise of cash ransom and a gun. Riley promised his new owner that he had a friend on the coast at the town of Mogador (nowadays known as Essaouira) in Morocco, who would pay the ransom-something that was completely untrue. Incredibly, an Englishman-and total stranger-came to Riley's aid in Mogador, and paid the ransom, allowing the survivors to escape captivity and return to America. Captain Riley's detailed and horrifying descriptions of his experiences at the hands of the slave-trading Muslims of North Africa, typified the treatment suffered by more than a million Europeans who were captured by the Barbary pirates. This valuable account bears witness to a part of history that is now largely suppressed or ignored.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Discovery of an Island - Clipperton Island History. The Passion of the Environment for Tourism. Clipperton Island is under direct authority of the French Government and is a full part of the European Union. However, it is exempt from the Schengen Area and therefore citizens from outside France need a permit to visit Clipperton Island. It can be obtained from the French High Commission in French Polynesia. Despite that, unless a French Navy patrol visits the island, there are obviously no officials on the island to check permits. Under the shade of the palm trees that grow on the edge of an unusual lagoon and of a sea that is painted with marine life that resembles that another planet, in a place where the wind converts what is calm into movement and where rats eat crabs, it is difficult to imagine that in a remote time Clipperton island was once a desert of sea and sand in the middle of the Pacific Ocean; a perfectly balanced eco-system, home to a vast number of birds and tropical fish perfectly integrated in a mosaic of life.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Written by one of Ireland's most noted cultural historians, this beautifully written and illustrated work covers Irish history from the earliest times to the mid-nineteenth century. Although written for children, the author admitted in his introduction that adults had found it equally readable and informative.Starting with an explanation of the ancient originating legends of the Irish people, the author sorts out fact from fiction in an entertaining story-telling manner, keeping the narrative gripping and eventful through the centuries of tumultuous Irish history. Read about Irish Paganism, the conversion to Christianity, the Viking and Danish invasions, the history-turning Anglo-Norman invasion, and the long centuries of bloody and violent struggle with the English overlords. All of the famous characters of Irish history appear in order: St. Patrick, Silken Thomas, Shane O'Neill, Hugh O'Neill, right up to Daniel O'Connell. Along the way, dramatic events such as the invasion of Oliver Cromwell, the Siege of Derry, the Battle of the Boyne, the infamous Penal Laws, and much, much more, are reviewed in this exciting and highly satisfying overview. Now completely reset, with original and new illustrations.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Inside Chincoteague and Assateague. Virginia Tourism. The main town for eating and lodging on the Eastern Shore in Virginia is Chincoteague Island, which has become a wee bit hip in recent years, with a young and entrepreneurial slew of residents injecting energy into the community. Let world-famous Chincoteague Island be the backdrop for your next business or social event! This quaint seaside town retains the flavor of yesteryear while providing all the amenities of today. Whether you're planning a convention, trade-show, corporate event or conference, class, festival, wedding or reunion the Chincoteague Center provides the perfect venue and meeting place. Our modern, spacious facility can accommodate up to 800 attendees in a 9,000 square foot area that includes sliding wall partitions for virtually unlimited space options. Call or stop by for a tour of the building between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm Monday through Friday.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Geirangerfjord history information for tourism. Norway Guide. For nature lovers, the Geirangerfjord has plenty to offer. Experience the fjords and the waterfalls from one of the many available sightseeing trips, go hiking in stunning surroundings or experience the fjords from a new perspective in a kayak. Other popular activities in the area include fishing, rafting and cycling. Geiranger is in the process of being certified as a Sustainable Destination, a seal of approval given to destinations that work systematically to reduce the negative impact of tourism. In addition to providing visitors with enjoyable experiences, Geiranger wishes to preserve the local nature, culture and environment, strengthen social values, and be economically viable. The municipality and the travel industry cooperate closely to assure that the destination is a great place both to live in and to visit.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Hallstatt, Austria Tourist City. Travel and Tourism. If you are looking for an unmissable destination, one of the most photographed places in the world, and, most importantly, a place that will delight all kinds of travelers, go to Hallstatt. Undoubtedly one of our must-see destinations in Austria. Hallstatt is a historic town, located at Salzkammergut region and declared UNESCO World Heritage site. It's easy to get to Hallstatt, both from Munich, only 125 miles (200 km), which will take about 2:30 hours by car, or from Vienna, distant 190 miles (300 km), around 3:15 hours also by car. Despite of its small population, less than a thousand inhabitants, Hallstatt is an iconic touristic city, visited by many people from all over the world. Hallstatt is also known by its millennial salt production, introduced during the prehistorical age. The town, gave its name to one of early Iron Age Celtic culture, between 1.100 to 450 b C. In Hallstatt were found more than 2 thousand graves, remains and tools from that time!

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Cliffs of Moher Travel Beauty. Burren Ireland. In good visibility, the Cliffs of Moher (Aillte an Mothair, or Ailltreacha Mothair) are staggeringly beautiful. The entirely vertical cliffs rise to a height of 214m, their edge abruptly falling away into a ceaselessly churning Atlantic. A progression of vast heads, the dark limestone marches in a rigid formation. Views stretch to the Aran Islands and the hills of Connemara. Sunsets here see the sky turn a kaleidoscope of amber, amethyst, rose-pink and deep garnet-red. When you make your pilgrimage to the Cliffs of Moher, you're coming for one of two things: the staggering height of the rock face, and the even more staggering beauty of the views from the top. Soaring to 214m, the striated stone reaches its long fingers southward to counties Cork and Kerry beyond, with a keen eye from O'Brien's Tower even able to spot the Aran Islands to the north.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - The Early History of Ottawa. The indigenous People. Ottawans, Algonkian, Algonquian. Some Americans do not think of the Ottawa as an important tribe. There were never very many of them, and their culture language was almost identical to the more-numerous Ojibwe and Potawatomi. Between 1615 and 1763, the Ottawa were one of the most important tribes in North America, but their homeland was remote to the British colonies on the Atlantic seaboard. When the Americans reached the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes, the Ottawa's time had passed, and their role in the history of the United States after 1775 was small. A trading tribe even before contact, the Ottawa were businessmen before they ever met a European, so they immediately recognized the opportunity presented by the fur trade and attached themselves to it and the French. They soon became indispensable. Paddling their birchbark canoes for great distances, the Ottawa became the 'French connection' to other Algonquin in the Great Lakes and brought the furs they collected to the Huron villages where the French were. The Huron provided warehouse space and protection from the Iroquois, but the Ottawa were the sales force who went out and got the business. Recognizing this, the French built their trade around the Ottawa and Huron.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Anegada Guide. British Virgin Islands, Caribbean. The only coral island in the Virgin Islands' volcanic chain, Anegada is characterized by its nearly flat elevation, the striking coral reefs that surround it, secluded sandy beaches and clear springs bubbling from coral beds. A variety of wildlife special to the Virgin Islands area thrive on Anegada, including loblolly, frangipani, turpentine trees, feathery sea lavender and wild orchids. On the nature trail at Bones Bight, catch a glimpse of the rare rock iguanas native to the island, or discover the exotic birds at Nutmeg Point. Snorkelers and scuba divers will delight in the reef's mazes, tunnels and drops, which are rich in needle fish, bonefish, stingrays, parrot fish and other marine life, while those with sea legs will enjoy water sports, sport fishing and bone fishing. Beachgoers will find no lack of calm and quiet shores, including Cow Wreck Beach, Flash of Beauty, Bones Bight and Windlass Bight. Discover Anegada's history through a maze of stone walls that surround the Main Town's Settlement or the Arawak's ancient conch mounds in the East End. Or, explore the wreckages of numerous Spanish galleons, American privateers and British Galleons.