Author: Tom Schandy
Publisher: Duncan Baird Publishers
ISBN: 9781844830695
Category : Africa
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A Breathtaking Showcase Of The Glorious Diversity And The Spectacular Beauty Of Africa's Flora And Fauna. For More Than 20 Years Wildlife Photographer Tom Schandy Has Been Travelling Across The African Landscape Capturing Its Rugged Beauty And Recording Intimate Moments From The Lives Of Its Animals - And Some Of Its Plants. Magnificent Africa Collects His Best Pictures In A Beautiful Tabletop Book That Spans The Jungles, Deserts And Savannahs Of This Fascinating Continent. The Book Teems With Illuminating Portraits Of Indigenous Animals And Their Habits - From The Love-Life Of The Lion To The Bellowing Call Of The African Elephant. More Than 130 Unique Photographs Are Complemented By Authoritative, Fact-Packed Commentaries That Aim To Unmask The Hidden Life Of Animals And Birds In The African Wilderness. Magnificent Africa Has Been Selected By The World Wildlife Fund In Sweden As The Panda Book Of The Year For 2004.
Magnificent Africa
Author: Tom Schandy
Publisher: Duncan Baird Publishers
ISBN: 9781844830695
Category : Africa
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A Breathtaking Showcase Of The Glorious Diversity And The Spectacular Beauty Of Africa's Flora And Fauna. For More Than 20 Years Wildlife Photographer Tom Schandy Has Been Travelling Across The African Landscape Capturing Its Rugged Beauty And Recording Intimate Moments From The Lives Of Its Animals - And Some Of Its Plants. Magnificent Africa Collects His Best Pictures In A Beautiful Tabletop Book That Spans The Jungles, Deserts And Savannahs Of This Fascinating Continent. The Book Teems With Illuminating Portraits Of Indigenous Animals And Their Habits - From The Love-Life Of The Lion To The Bellowing Call Of The African Elephant. More Than 130 Unique Photographs Are Complemented By Authoritative, Fact-Packed Commentaries That Aim To Unmask The Hidden Life Of Animals And Birds In The African Wilderness. Magnificent Africa Has Been Selected By The World Wildlife Fund In Sweden As The Panda Book Of The Year For 2004.
Publisher: Duncan Baird Publishers
ISBN: 9781844830695
Category : Africa
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A Breathtaking Showcase Of The Glorious Diversity And The Spectacular Beauty Of Africa's Flora And Fauna. For More Than 20 Years Wildlife Photographer Tom Schandy Has Been Travelling Across The African Landscape Capturing Its Rugged Beauty And Recording Intimate Moments From The Lives Of Its Animals - And Some Of Its Plants. Magnificent Africa Collects His Best Pictures In A Beautiful Tabletop Book That Spans The Jungles, Deserts And Savannahs Of This Fascinating Continent. The Book Teems With Illuminating Portraits Of Indigenous Animals And Their Habits - From The Love-Life Of The Lion To The Bellowing Call Of The African Elephant. More Than 130 Unique Photographs Are Complemented By Authoritative, Fact-Packed Commentaries That Aim To Unmask The Hidden Life Of Animals And Birds In The African Wilderness. Magnificent Africa Has Been Selected By The World Wildlife Fund In Sweden As The Panda Book Of The Year For 2004.
The Magnificent Migration
Author: Sy Montgomery
Publisher: Clarion Books
ISBN: 0544761138
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 179
Book Description
Follows a safari team led by Dr. Richard Estes as they track one of the largest land migrations--wildebeests crossing the Serengeti--with information on other animal migrations and the importance of protecting the African savanna ecosystem.
Publisher: Clarion Books
ISBN: 0544761138
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 179
Book Description
Follows a safari team led by Dr. Richard Estes as they track one of the largest land migrations--wildebeests crossing the Serengeti--with information on other animal migrations and the importance of protecting the African savanna ecosystem.
Magnificent and Beggar Land
Author: Ricardo Soares de Oliveira
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0190251417
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 235
Book Description
Magnificent and Beggar Land is a powerful account of fast-changing dynamics in Angola, an important African state that is a key exporter of oil and diamonds and a growing power on the continent. Based on three years of research and extensive first-hand knowledge of Angola, it documents the rise of a major economy and its insertion in the international system since it emerged in 2002 from one of Africa's longest and deadliest civil wars. The government, backed by a strategic alliance with China and working hand in glove with hundreds of thousands of expatriates, many from the former colonial power, Portugal, has pursued an ambitious agenda of state-led national reconstruction. This has resulted in double-digit growth in Sub-Saharan Africa's third largest economy and a state budget in excess of total western aid to the entire continent. Scarred by a history of slave trading, colonial plunder and war, Angolans now aspire to the building of a decent society. How has the regime, led by President José Eduardo dos Santos since 1979, dealt with these challenges, and can it deliver on popular expectations? Soares de Oliveira's book charts the remarkable course the country has taken in recent years.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0190251417
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 235
Book Description
Magnificent and Beggar Land is a powerful account of fast-changing dynamics in Angola, an important African state that is a key exporter of oil and diamonds and a growing power on the continent. Based on three years of research and extensive first-hand knowledge of Angola, it documents the rise of a major economy and its insertion in the international system since it emerged in 2002 from one of Africa's longest and deadliest civil wars. The government, backed by a strategic alliance with China and working hand in glove with hundreds of thousands of expatriates, many from the former colonial power, Portugal, has pursued an ambitious agenda of state-led national reconstruction. This has resulted in double-digit growth in Sub-Saharan Africa's third largest economy and a state budget in excess of total western aid to the entire continent. Scarred by a history of slave trading, colonial plunder and war, Angolans now aspire to the building of a decent society. How has the regime, led by President José Eduardo dos Santos since 1979, dealt with these challenges, and can it deliver on popular expectations? Soares de Oliveira's book charts the remarkable course the country has taken in recent years.
The Black Leopard
Author: Will Burrard-Lucas
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1797203584
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
This inspiring book tells the story of a photographer's journey to find the mysterious black leopard. There are few creatures as gorgeous and elusive as the black leopard. In Africa, these magnificent cats are so rare as to be the stuff of legend. Will Burrard-Lucas's love for leopards began during his childhood in Tanzania and propelled him into a career as a wildlife photographer. In his quest to create intimate portraits of animals, he developed innovative technology, including a remotely controlled camera buggy and a high quality camera trap system for photographing nocturnal creatures. Then, one day in 2018, he heard about sightings of a young African black leopard in Kenya and with the help of people from the local community, he succeeded in capturing a series of high-quality photographs of the elusive cat. In this compelling and visually stunning book, Burrard-Lucas tells his story of creativity, entrepreneurship, and passion for wild animals, alongside awe-inspiring images of lions, elephants, and the black leopard itself. • STAR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER: Will Burrard-Lucas's passion for nature and expertise in camera technology have earned him coverage from National Geographic, The New York Times, and the BBC—and over 1 million fans enjoy his breathtaking work online. • NATURE'S HIDDEN WONDERS: Black leopards are individual animals in whom a gene mutation results in excess melanin and an elegant black coat. Most are found in Southeast Asia, where lush vegetation offers them camouflage. In the semiarid shrub lands of Africa, black leopards are extraordinarily rare. Burrard-Lucas's images—showing these beautiful creatures prowling their territory under cover of night—are vivid reminders of nature's hidden wonders. • INCREDIBLE STORY: This is an adventure story that takes place in remote and wild corners of Africa. It reveals Burrard-Lucas's devotion, vision, and innovation that led to him capturing photos that are not only incredibly rare, but also breathtakingly beautiful. Perfect for: • Aspiring and professional photographers • Photography buffs • Nature and animal lovers • Big cat enthusiasts • Conservationists • National Geographic readers • Fans of memoir and adventure stories • Travelers to Eastern and Southern Africa
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1797203584
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
This inspiring book tells the story of a photographer's journey to find the mysterious black leopard. There are few creatures as gorgeous and elusive as the black leopard. In Africa, these magnificent cats are so rare as to be the stuff of legend. Will Burrard-Lucas's love for leopards began during his childhood in Tanzania and propelled him into a career as a wildlife photographer. In his quest to create intimate portraits of animals, he developed innovative technology, including a remotely controlled camera buggy and a high quality camera trap system for photographing nocturnal creatures. Then, one day in 2018, he heard about sightings of a young African black leopard in Kenya and with the help of people from the local community, he succeeded in capturing a series of high-quality photographs of the elusive cat. In this compelling and visually stunning book, Burrard-Lucas tells his story of creativity, entrepreneurship, and passion for wild animals, alongside awe-inspiring images of lions, elephants, and the black leopard itself. • STAR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER: Will Burrard-Lucas's passion for nature and expertise in camera technology have earned him coverage from National Geographic, The New York Times, and the BBC—and over 1 million fans enjoy his breathtaking work online. • NATURE'S HIDDEN WONDERS: Black leopards are individual animals in whom a gene mutation results in excess melanin and an elegant black coat. Most are found in Southeast Asia, where lush vegetation offers them camouflage. In the semiarid shrub lands of Africa, black leopards are extraordinarily rare. Burrard-Lucas's images—showing these beautiful creatures prowling their territory under cover of night—are vivid reminders of nature's hidden wonders. • INCREDIBLE STORY: This is an adventure story that takes place in remote and wild corners of Africa. It reveals Burrard-Lucas's devotion, vision, and innovation that led to him capturing photos that are not only incredibly rare, but also breathtakingly beautiful. Perfect for: • Aspiring and professional photographers • Photography buffs • Nature and animal lovers • Big cat enthusiasts • Conservationists • National Geographic readers • Fans of memoir and adventure stories • Travelers to Eastern and Southern Africa
African Film
Author: Josef Gugler
Publisher: Indiana University Press
ISBN: 9780253216434
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
In African Film: Re-imagining a Continent, Josef Gugler provides an introduction to African cinema through an analysis of 15 films made by African filmmakers. These directors set out to re-image Africa; their films offer Western viewers the opportunity to re-imagine the continent and its people. As a point of comparison, two additional films on Africa--one from Hollywood, the other from apartheid South Africa--serve to highlight African directors' altogether different perspectives. Gugler's interpretation considers the financial and technical difficulties of African film production, the intended audiences in Africa and the West, the constraints on distribution, and the critical reception of the films.
Publisher: Indiana University Press
ISBN: 9780253216434
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
In African Film: Re-imagining a Continent, Josef Gugler provides an introduction to African cinema through an analysis of 15 films made by African filmmakers. These directors set out to re-image Africa; their films offer Western viewers the opportunity to re-imagine the continent and its people. As a point of comparison, two additional films on Africa--one from Hollywood, the other from apartheid South Africa--serve to highlight African directors' altogether different perspectives. Gugler's interpretation considers the financial and technical difficulties of African film production, the intended audiences in Africa and the West, the constraints on distribution, and the critical reception of the films.
Exploring Intervention
Author: Jan Kühnemund
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
ISBN: 1527516911
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 291
Book Description
Drawing on nine case studies and innovative empirical material from various regions of Uganda, this edited volume focuses on the interplay between humanitarian, economic and academic intervention on the one hand and mobility, permanent transit and (re-)settlement on the other – not least against the background of the versatile trajectories of flight and displacement and cultural practices that can be observed in the diverse environment of the country. In doing so, on a methodological level, this volume casts light on multifaceted processes of academic entanglements and knowledge production, on self-positioning processes of the researcher and the various role conflicts connected to research in complex settings.
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
ISBN: 1527516911
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 291
Book Description
Drawing on nine case studies and innovative empirical material from various regions of Uganda, this edited volume focuses on the interplay between humanitarian, economic and academic intervention on the one hand and mobility, permanent transit and (re-)settlement on the other – not least against the background of the versatile trajectories of flight and displacement and cultural practices that can be observed in the diverse environment of the country. In doing so, on a methodological level, this volume casts light on multifaceted processes of academic entanglements and knowledge production, on self-positioning processes of the researcher and the various role conflicts connected to research in complex settings.
African Birds
Author: Sally MacLarty
Publisher: Struik
ISBN: 9781770075153
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Children will enjoy hours of fun colouring in this selection of more than 40 of our most beautiful birds.
Publisher: Struik
ISBN: 9781770075153
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Children will enjoy hours of fun colouring in this selection of more than 40 of our most beautiful birds.
African
Author: Peter Tosh
Publisher: Akashic Books
ISBN: 1617758302
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 31
Book Description
A beautiful children's picture book featuring the lyrics of Peter Tosh's global classic celebrating children of African descent. So don't care where you come from As long as you're a black man, you're an African No mind your nationality You have got the identity of an African African is a children's book featuring lyrics by Peter Tosh and illustrations by Jamaican artist Rachel Moss. The song "African" by Peter Tosh was originally released in 1977 on his second solo record, Equal Rights. He wrote the song during a time of civil unrest in Jamaica as a reminder to all black people that they were part of the same community. The album is considered one of the most influential reggae works of all time. A key song from the classic 1970s era of reggae Peter Tosh was one of the founding members of the iconic reggae group the Wailers "The joyful illustrations depict young and older black people of various colors, with many different hairstyles and wearing an array of clothing styles, playing, riding, dancing, and walking...The dynamic art and text work together to form a loving ode to belonging for black people of the diaspora." --Kirkus Reviews "[A] survey of Tosh's repertoire reminds us that his best works were distinctive and impactful. When the Wailers were first starting their careers at Studio One, Tosh voiced boastful classics...When the Wailers launched their own label in 1968, Tosh became the Stepping Razor, adapting a song written by the Wailers' harmony coach, Joe Higgs, and when the trio began working with visionary producer Lee 'Scratch' Perry, he recorded '400 Years,' one of the most moving explorations of the historical injustices of slavery and its lingering aftermath...His Legalize It album was far ahead of its time in demanding the decriminalization of marijuana in 1975, while Equal Rights reminded that peace will never come without justice...[He was] one of reggae's most fiery and controversial performers, whose work remains relevant." --Guardian "Tosh's first two solo records, Legalize It and Equal Rights, are not just two of the best reggae records ever, but also two of the finest records of the '70s, period. They were inventive and deeply catchy records full of songs that could be as playful as they were defiant. Peter Tosh was always outspoken, always the rebel, but it was the way he said things--that honeyed voice, those brilliant and subtly intricate compositions--that set him apart." --PopMatters
Publisher: Akashic Books
ISBN: 1617758302
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 31
Book Description
A beautiful children's picture book featuring the lyrics of Peter Tosh's global classic celebrating children of African descent. So don't care where you come from As long as you're a black man, you're an African No mind your nationality You have got the identity of an African African is a children's book featuring lyrics by Peter Tosh and illustrations by Jamaican artist Rachel Moss. The song "African" by Peter Tosh was originally released in 1977 on his second solo record, Equal Rights. He wrote the song during a time of civil unrest in Jamaica as a reminder to all black people that they were part of the same community. The album is considered one of the most influential reggae works of all time. A key song from the classic 1970s era of reggae Peter Tosh was one of the founding members of the iconic reggae group the Wailers "The joyful illustrations depict young and older black people of various colors, with many different hairstyles and wearing an array of clothing styles, playing, riding, dancing, and walking...The dynamic art and text work together to form a loving ode to belonging for black people of the diaspora." --Kirkus Reviews "[A] survey of Tosh's repertoire reminds us that his best works were distinctive and impactful. When the Wailers were first starting their careers at Studio One, Tosh voiced boastful classics...When the Wailers launched their own label in 1968, Tosh became the Stepping Razor, adapting a song written by the Wailers' harmony coach, Joe Higgs, and when the trio began working with visionary producer Lee 'Scratch' Perry, he recorded '400 Years,' one of the most moving explorations of the historical injustices of slavery and its lingering aftermath...His Legalize It album was far ahead of its time in demanding the decriminalization of marijuana in 1975, while Equal Rights reminded that peace will never come without justice...[He was] one of reggae's most fiery and controversial performers, whose work remains relevant." --Guardian "Tosh's first two solo records, Legalize It and Equal Rights, are not just two of the best reggae records ever, but also two of the finest records of the '70s, period. They were inventive and deeply catchy records full of songs that could be as playful as they were defiant. Peter Tosh was always outspoken, always the rebel, but it was the way he said things--that honeyed voice, those brilliant and subtly intricate compositions--that set him apart." --PopMatters
Wild Africa
Author: Alex Bernasconi
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781554077724
Category : Africa
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A sumptuous visual record of one of Earth's last natural paradises.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781554077724
Category : Africa
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A sumptuous visual record of one of Earth's last natural paradises.
Birds of Africa
Author: Chris Stuart
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
A comprehensive account of the birds of Africa. The text covers all the avifaunal families that occur in Africa, discusses the species that occur within each family, and provides representative examples of each family in depth.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
A comprehensive account of the birds of Africa. The text covers all the avifaunal families that occur in Africa, discusses the species that occur within each family, and provides representative examples of each family in depth.