Author: Richard Pipes Publisher: Cornell University Press ISBN: 160909185X Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 137
Book Description
A significant political figure in twentieth-century Russia, Alexander Yakovlev was the intellectual force behind the processes of perestroika (reconstruction) and glasnost (openness) that liberated the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe from Communist rule between 1989 and 1991. Yet, until now, not a single full-scale biography has been devoted to him. In his study of the unsung hero, Richard Pipes seeks to rectify this lacuna and give Yakovlev his historical due. Yakovlev's life provides a unique instance of a leading figure in the Soviet government who evolved from a dedicated Communist and Stalinist into an equally ardent foe of everything the Leninist-Stalinist regime stood for. He quit government service in 1991 and lived until 2005, becoming toward the end of his life a classical western liberal who shared none of the traditional Russian values. Pipes's illuminating study consists of two parts: a biography of Yakovlev and Pipes's translation of two important articles by Yakovlev. It will appeal to specialists and students of Soviet and post-Soviet studies, government officials involved with foreign policy, and general readers interested in the history of Russia and the Soviet Union.
Author: Elise Kimerling Wirtschafter Publisher: ISBN: Category : Enlightenment Languages : en Pages : 320
Book Description
How did educated 18th-century Russians view society? And how did they reconcile their professed ideals of equality with the monarchical political structures in which they lived? In this study, historian Elise Wirtschafter turns to literary plays to reconstruct the social thinking of the past and to discover how Russians of the Enlightenment understood themselves.
Author: Lori Meek Schuldt Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 0762766174 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 288
Book Description
Geared towards parents with children between the ages of two and twelve, Fun with the Family Illinois features interesting facts and sidebars as well as practical tips about traveling with your little ones.
Author: United States. Superintendent of Documents Publisher: ISBN: Category : Government publications Languages : en Pages : 1092
Book Description
February issue includes Appendix entitled Directory of United States Government periodicals and subscription publications; September issue includes List of depository libraries; June and December issues include semiannual index
Author: Miles Taylor Publisher: Yale University Press ISBN: 0300118090 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 425
Book Description
An entirely original account of Victoria's relationship with the Raj, which shows how India was central to the Victorian monarchy from as early as 1837 In this engaging and controversial book, Miles Taylor shows how both Victoria and Albert were spellbound by India, and argues that the Queen was humanely, intelligently, and passionately involved with the country throughout her reign and not just in the last decades. Taylor also reveals the way in which Victoria's influence as empress contributed significantly to India's modernization, both political and economic. This is, in a number of respects, a fresh account of imperial rule in India, suggesting that it was one of Victoria's successes.
Author: Joanna Goss Publisher: Hachette UK ISBN: 1781576068 Category : Art Languages : en Pages : 176
Book Description
Many artists first learn to paint in watercolour. But this flexible, dynamic medium has an immediacy that is perfect for experimentation. Discover textures, applications, techniques, combinations of materials, and new ways of tackling the medium you love. Rub it, dab it, scratch it, scrunch it. Cut it, glue it, sew it and seal it. And above all, learn from what other people do! This little book is full of big ideas from contemporary artists to inspire you to think differently. With a new idea on every spread of the book, you will discover fresh ways of working with watercolour to create work that is original and exciting.
Author: Yu Yang Publisher: Funstory ISBN: 1648464807 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 708
Book Description
The Fairy Chang'e's dance hurt her waist. Xiao Bao, give me a massage. The Seven Fairies' stomachs are hurting. Xiao Bao, I want you to massage it for me. The intern Niu Xiaobao suffered a car accident and died with grievances. His soul was brought to the Heavenly Court and was rewarded by the Jade Emperor.
Author: United States. Adjutant General Center. Club and Community Activities Management Directorate Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 148
Author: Toyoki Kozai Publisher: Academic Press ISBN: 0323859224 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 464
Book Description
Plant Factory Basics, Applications, and Advances takes the reader from an overview of the need for and potential of plant factories with artificial lighting (PFALs) in enhancing food production and security to the latest advances and benefits of this agriculture environment. Edited by leading experts Toyoki Kozai, Genhua Niu, and Joseph Masabni, this book aims to provide a platform of PFAL technology and science, including ideas on its extensive business and social applications towards the next-generation PFALs. The book is presented in four parts: Introduction, Basics, Applications, and Advanced Research. Part 1 covers why PFALs are necessary for urban areas, how they can contribute to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, and a definition of PFAL in relation to the term "indoor vertical farm." Part 2 presents SI units and radiometric, photometric, and photonmetric quantities, types, components, and performance of LED luminaires, hydroponics and aquaponics, and plant responses to the growing environment in PFALs. Part 3 describes the indexes and definition of various productivity aspects of PFAL, provides comparisons of the productivity of the past and the present operation of any given PFALs, and compares PFALs with one another from the productivity standpoint by applying the common indexes. Part 4 describes the advances in lighting and their effects on plant growth, breeding of indoor and outdoor crops, production of fruiting vegetables and head vegetables, and concluding with a focus on a human-centered perspective of urban agriculture. Providing real-world insights and experience, Plant Factory Basics, Applications, and Advances is the ideal resource for those seeking to take the next step in understanding and applying PFAL concepts. - Provides the most in-depth assessment of PFAL available - Compares PFAL to "indoor vertical farming and provides important insights into selecting optimal choice - Presents insights to inspire design and management of the next generation of PFALs
Author: Richard Pipes
Author: Elise Kimerling Wirtschafter
Author: Lori Meek Schuldt
Author: United States. Superintendent of Documents
Author: Miles Taylor
Author: Joanna Goss
Author: Yu Yang
Author: United States. Adjutant General Center. Club and Community Activities Management Directorate
Author: Toyoki Kozai
Author: Illinois. General Assembly. Senate. Education Committee