Author: Marsha DixeyPublisher: Heritage Capital Corporation
ISBN: 9781599672892
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 118
Book Description
Heritage Auctions Space Exploration Auction Catalog #6007
Author: Marsha DixeyPublisher: Heritage Capital Corporation
ISBN: 9781599672892
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 118
Book Description
How Apollo Flew to the Moon
Author: W. David WoodsPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1441971793
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 582
Book Description
Stung by the pioneering space successes of the Soviet Union - in particular, Gagarin being the first man in space, the United States gathered the best of its engineers and set itself the goal of reaching the Moon within a decade. In an expanding 2nd edition of How Apollo Flew to the Moon, David Woods tells the exciting story of how the resulting Apollo flights were conducted by following a virtual flight to the Moon and its exploration of the surface. From launch to splashdown, he hitches a ride in the incredible spaceships that took men to another world, exploring each step of the journey and detailing the enormous range of disciplines, techniques, and procedures the Apollo crews had to master. While describing the tremendous technological accomplishment involved, he adds the human dimension by calling on the testimony of the people who were there at the time. He provides a wealth of fascinating and accessible material: the role of the powerful Saturn V, the reasoning behind trajectories, the day-to-day concerns of human and spacecraft health between two worlds, the exploration of the lunar surface and the sheer daring involved in traveling to the Moon and the mid-twentieth century. Given the tremendous success of the original edition of How Apollo Flew to the Moon, the second edition will have a new chapter on surface activities, inspired by reader's comment on Amazon.com. There will also be additional detail in the existing chapters to incorporate all the feedback from the original edition, and will include larger illustrations.
Transition Report 2004
Author: European Bank for Reconstruction and DevelopmentPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
The Transition Report is a unique source of information on developments in central and eastern Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States. Drawing on the EBRD's extensive experience in the region, the Report offers comprehensive analysis of progress in the transition to market economies.
The Dr. John K. Lattimer Collection of Lincolniana
Author: Heritage Auction Galleries (Dallas, Tex.)Publisher: Heritage Capital Corporation
ISBN: 9781599673042
Category : Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Myanmar
Author: Asian Development BankPublisher: Asian Development Bank
ISBN: 9292546236
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 405
Book Description
After 3 years of historic reforms, Myanmar has entered a pivotal stage in its socioeconomic development. Natural, cultural, and demographic advantages are positioning the country for long-term success, but many challenges and potential pitfalls lie ahead. This publication examines how to leverage the opportunities and offers solutions to the challenges. For Myanmar to achieve its economic transition, considerable investments will have to be made in infrastructure and developing human capital, and progress made on building institutional capacity, a regulatory environment for the private sector to flourish, and a modern finance sector. In all reform efforts, the government should embrace good governance, and strive for inclusive, environmentally sustainable, and regionally connected growth. Ensuring that the benefits of growth are shared broadly and regionally balanced stands out in a crowded development agenda.
Illustrated Guide to Jewelry Appraising
Author: Anna M. MillerPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 146159717X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
There is more to appraising jewelry than just being parable sales and a value determination. Then, all this able to put a dollar value on an item. The title of ap information, with clear jewelry descriptions, must be praiser distinguishes the individual who is able to iden succinctly put together with photographs and deliv tify, witness, estimate status, excellence, or potential ered to the client. ity, and to determine the authenticity of an article. Today's jewelry appraiser should also be cognizant Many factors impact on a thorough appraisal, espe of the vicissitudes of fashion, how changes impact the cially on estate and period jewelry. jewelry market in a substantial and vital manner in both design and style. A careful look must be given to Developing all this expertise is a lot to ask of practi tioners who only a decade ago were barely making a study of color psychology with an awareness of why specific gemstones and their colors and enamels of cer distinction between a well-written sales receipt and a professional appraisal report. tain colors were used in different periods. Industrial In the past few years bold changes have taken place developments, from machine stamped jewelry, the use in this field. It is now understood that standard ap of aniline dyes in clothing, and development of the praisal concepts and principles can be applied to the electric light, have influenced design and use of gem stones.
The Putin Paradox
Author: Richard SakwaPublisher: I.B. Tauris
ISBN: 1838601279
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 345
Book Description
Vladimir Putin has emerged as one of the key leaders of the twenty-first century. However, he is also recognized as one of the most divisive. Abroad, his assertion of Russia's interests and critique of the western-dominated international system has brought him into conflict with Atlantic powers. Within Russia, he has balanced various factions within the elite intelligentsia alongside the wider support of Russian society. So what is the 'Putin paradox?' Richard Sakwa grapples with Putin's personal and political development on both the international political scene and within the domestic political landscape of Russia. This study historicizes the Putin paradox, through theoretical, historical and political analysis and in light of wider developments in Russian society. Richard Sakwa presents the Putin paradox as a unique regime type - balancing numerous contradictions - in order to adapt to its material environment while maintaining sufficient authority with which to shape it.
The New York Times Book Review
Author: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Campus Organizing
Author: Curtis Frederic ShepardPublisher: National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Policy Institute
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
Bound to be the definitive work for years to come, this user-friendly manual contains resources, strategies, suggestions, tips, photographs, charts, lists, and other information for gaining antidiscrimination protections, forming support groups, increasing visibility, and securing equality in higher education.
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