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Author | : William Alsup |
Publisher | : Yosemite Conservancy |
Total Pages | : 187 |
Release | : 2020-06-23 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 1951179080 |
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This riveting narrative details the mysterious disappearance of Peter Starr, a San Francisco attorney from a prominent family, who set off to climb alone in the rugged Minaret region of the Sierra Nevada in July 1933. Rigorous and thorough searches by some of the best climbers in the history of the range failed to locate him despite a number of promising clues. When all hope seemed gone and the last search party had left the Minarets, mountaineering legend Norman Clyde refused to give up. Climbing alone, he persevered in the face of failure, resolved that he would learn the fate of the lost man. Clyde’s discovery and the events that followed make for compelling reading. Recently reissued with a new afterword, this re-creation of a famous episode in the annals of the Sierra Nevada is mountaineering literature at its best.
Author | : William H. Alsup |
Publisher | : Yosemite Conservancy |
Total Pages | : 224 |
Release | : 2001 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : |
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A riviting narrative detailing the mysterious disappearance of Peter Starr, a San Francisco attorney from a prominent family, who set off to climb alone in the rugged Minaret region of the Sierra Nevada in July 1933. Rigorous and thorough searches by some of the best climbers in the history of the range failed to locate him despite a number of promising clues. When all hopes seemed gone, legendary mountaineer Norman Clyde continued the search to learn the fate of the lost man.
Author | : Hena Khan |
Publisher | : Chronicle Books |
Total Pages | : 37 |
Release | : 2018-04-10 |
Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | : 1452155720 |
Download Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets — Islamic book for kids "A beautiful picture book that simultaneously explores shapes, Islam, and the cultures of the Muslim people." — Kirkus Reviews Toddler book of shapes and Islamic traditions: From a crescent moon to a square garden to an octagonal fountain, this breathtaking picture book celebrates the shapes—and traditions—of the Muslim world. Toddler book by author Hena Khan: Sure to inspire questions and observations about world religions and cultures, Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets is equally at home in a classroom reading circle and on a parent's lap being read to a child. If you and your child like books such as Lailah’s Lunchbox, Numbers Colors Shapes, or The Name Jar, you will love Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets.
Author | : Peter Chay |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 192 |
Release | : 1989 |
Genre | : Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) |
ISBN | : |
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Author | : Hena Khan |
Publisher | : Chronicle Books |
Total Pages | : 32 |
Release | : 2012-06-06 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 0811879054 |
Download Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
In simple rhyming text a young Muslim girl and her family guide the reader through the traditions and colors of Islam. Full color.
Author | : Dr. Ratnakar D. Hosamani |
Publisher | : Ashok Yakkaldevi |
Total Pages | : 195 |
Release | : 2022-12-10 |
Genre | : Art |
ISBN | : 1387442473 |
Download Adil Shahis of Bijapur A Study on their contributions to Deccan Art and Heritage Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
A glimpse at the political situation in the Deccan which was marked by political conclusion and disintegration during the last two decades, it is necessary to follow the trend of events which was contributed to the evolution of the Adil Shahi Kingdom of Bijapur. The murder of Khwajah Imaduddin Mahmud Gawan, the savior of Bahmani dynasty and the architect of a grand empire on the 5th April 1481 A.D. struck a fatal blow to the Kingdom. Mahmud Gawan’s dying words “the death of an old man is of little moment, but to your Majesty Sultan Muhammad Shah-III it will mean the loss of your character and the ruin of your Empire”, proved to be prophetic. Within a decade, the vast empire of the splendid edifice of the Bahmani dynasty presented a chequered scene. His death removed a dominating personality and let loose the forces of disintegration. It signaled the beginning of the decline and fall of the mighty empire
Author | : Rob Walters |
Publisher | : Satin |
Total Pages | : 180 |
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Download Turkey Trove Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Turkey, the historic bridge between Europe and the East, excites the imagination. In a collection of ten short stories Rob Walters provides a fascinating glimpse into the culture and characters of this special country. The tales embrace everything from ants to fireflies, ferocious dogs to rutting bulls and natural aphrodisiacs to underground cities; all based within this secular, Islamic nation. Though firmly based on the author’s experience of the country each tale has an imaginative and sometimes shocking twist. This is not a travelogue, though the backcloth moves across the entire breadth of Turkey embracing the account of a young woman stranded in an alien culture, the stoning of a less than generous tourist and the mystery of a vanishing minaret. Many of the stories are written from the traveller's viewpoint; others slip inside the skin of the modern day Turk. In this unique compilation you will get a glimpse into the mind of a Turkish tourist tout, experience an echo of the Ottoman society, face the danger of taking a lift with strangers, enjoy the delight of slipping into a welcoming community, share the fun of debunking local myths and the dangers of avoiding honey traps. This collection will make you think. It may also persuade you to visit Turkey – or maybe not.
Author | : Asteris, Panagiotis G. |
Publisher | : IGI Global |
Total Pages | : 867 |
Release | : 2015-07-13 |
Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
ISBN | : 1466682876 |
Download Handbook of Research on Seismic Assessment and Rehabilitation of Historic Structures Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Rehabilitation of heritage monuments provides sustainable development and cultural significance to a region. The most sensitive aspect of the refurbishment of existing buildings lies in the renovation and recovery of structural integrity and public safety. The Handbook of Research on Seismic Assessment and Rehabilitation of Historic Structures evaluates developing contributions in the field of earthquake engineering with regards to the analysis and treatment of structural damage inflicted by seismic activity. This book is a vital reference source for professionals, researchers, students, and engineers active in the field of earthquake engineering who are interested in the emergent developments and research available in the preservation and rehabilitation of heritage buildings following seismic activity.
Author | : Robert C. Pavlik |
Publisher | : Yosemite Conservancy |
Total Pages | : 188 |
Release | : 2008 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : |
Download Norman Clyde Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This riveting account of one of the most notable personalities of the mountain climbing world reconstructs the life of legendary mountaineer Norman Clyde (1885-1972). He made his mark on history with more than one hundred and thirty first ascents throughout western North America, and many believe he knew the High Sierra better than anyone else, including John Muir. Part of his mystique comes from participating in high-profile mountain rescues and recoveries, in which he is credited with saving a number of lives. Those who had the good fortune to meet him-often with a ninety-pound pack on his back that included an anvil for boot repair, fishing rods, cooking pots, and books in Greek and Latin-never forgot the experience. Biographer Robert C. Pavlik uses Clyde's own words, along with recollections from his family, friends, fellow climbers, and acquaintances, to capture the experiences of a remarkable man and a bygone time "between the pioneers and the rock climbers."
Author | : Daniel Arnold |
Publisher | : Catapult |
Total Pages | : 433 |
Release | : 2011-01-01 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 1582436169 |
Download Early Days in the Range of Light Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
“A splendid chronicle of early climbing in the Sierra Nevada.” —Royal Robbins It’s 1873. Gore–Tex shells and aluminum climbing gear are a century away, but the high mountains still call to those with a spirit of adventure. Imagine the stone in your hands and thousands of feet of open air below you, with only a wool jacket to weather a storm and no rope to catch a fall. Daniel Arnold did more than imagine—he spent three years retracing the steps of his climbing forefathers, and in Early Days in the Range of Light, he tells their riveting stories. From 1864 to 1931, the Sierra Nevada witnessed some of the most audacious climbing of all time. In the spirit of his predecessors, Arnold carried only rudimentary equipment: no ropes, no harness, no specialized climbing shoes. Sometimes he left his backpack and sleeping bag behind as well, and, like John Muir, traveled for days with only a few pounds of food rolled into a sack slung over his shoulder. In an artful blend of history, biography, nature, and adventure writing, Arnold brings to life the journeys and the terrain traveled. In the process he uncovers the motivations that drove an extraordinary group of individuals to risk so much for airy summits and close contact with bare stone and snow. “Ever wish you could travel back to climbing’s early days and follow the earliest first–ascent visionaries? This fantasy comes to life . . . in this elegant narrative.” —Climbing Magazine