Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Conviction of a Time Traveler

Conviction of
Conviction of a Time Traveler
ANONYMOUS ANONYMOUS (Author)

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This groundbreaking new book reveals never before known information about the time traveler from 2036 known as John Titor.

In 2000, a man calling himself John Titor began posting online claiming he was a time traveler from 2036. His mission was to travel to 1975, make contact with his own grandfather and retrieve an obscure IBM computer to help in the reconstruction of American infrastructure after a nuclear war with Russia in 2015.

John Titor's postings generated intense interest and hot debate at the time. Even now in 2010, people still find Titor's writings incredibly compelling today.

John carried a warning from the future about the coming Second American Civil War he survived in his own time and will be unavoidable in our own.

This book represents the first, only and most comprehensive investigation into the John Titor saga ever. Conviction of a Time Traveler includes a good overview of the Titor story up to as late as 2010 and a deconstruction and analysis of his postings. Later in the book, the author investigates the implications from Titor's posts and attempts to rebuild Titor's world based on his own words.

  • Rank: #170884 in eBooks
  • Published on: 2010-11-16
  • Released on: 2010-11-16
  • Format: Kindle eBook
  • Number of items: 1

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Half-Time Enterprises was founded upon a philosophy and belief that says, "You cant afford to buy anything but the best".We maintain this strong conviction of excellence, which compels our designers to shape a product line superior in design, construction and value to any other on the market today. This characteristic has become the hallmark of Half-Time Enterprises and a product line worthy of the Hammerhead brand name.Through creative design and a unique virtual prototyping technology, we

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* Actors: Guy Pearce, Jeremy Irons, Doug Jones, Phyllida Law, Lenny Loftin* Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, Widescreen, NTSC* Language: English* Region: Region 1 (US and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)* Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1* Number of discs: 1* Rated: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)* Studio: Dreamworks Video* DVD Release Date: July 23, 2002* Run Time: 96 minutesCondition: New, SealedWhile the 1960 version of The Time Machine remains a science fiction classic, this adaptation of the HG Wells novel benefits from a dazzling CGI facelift. Digital wizardry shows us the awesome splendor of eons passing in an eye blink, while Wells's heroic time traveler--played with appealing conviction by Memento's Guy Pearce--is given a stronger motivation for piloting his time machine 800000 years into the future. Long after New York City has crumbled and the moon shattered by a nuclear accident, Pearce finds a new home with the peacefully primitive Eloi, after confronting the subterranean Morlocks (courtesy of Stan Winson's monster shop) and their evil overlord (Jeremy Irons in wicked, pigmentless makeup). Trading Wells's social commentary for pure adventure, director Simon Wells (the author's great-grandson) maintains the story's legacy of wonder, despite a few hokey embellishments. Catering to a younger audience, this Time Machine is fun without being particularly distinguished--a treat for the eyes, if not the brain. Product DescriptionA man invents a time machine that allows him to travel 800000 years into the future. Studio: Paramount Home Video Release Date: 05/24/2005 Starring: Guy Pearce Jeremy Irons Run time: 96 minutes Rating: Pg13 Director: Simon Wells

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STAR TREK Vonda McIntyre The Entropy Effect . Cover artist is (unknown). Published by Pocket Books, FIRST PRINTING ANYWHERE June 1981. A few minor signs of wear, including creased spine and covers, firmly bound and complete, no markings inside. 224 numbered pages. The story Dr George Mordreaux promises to send people back through Time, but takes their money and kills them instead, even though he has Time Travel technology. He is caught, convicted, and jailed. Then Starfleet, wishing to make use of his genius, decides to have Kirk and the Enterprise transport him to a rehabilitation center. On the way, he escapes and murders Captain Kirk!

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Freya Stark in Iraq & Kuwait

Freya Stark
Freya Stark in Iraq & Kuwait
Malise Ruthven (Author), Freya Stark (Photographer)

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In the early 1930s, Freya Stark held her only journalist's job, as a sub-editor on the Baghdad Times, where she published her first book, Baghdad Sketches. Her photographs of the Yazidis are unique, and her travels in Kurdistan now seem particularly poignant. In Kuwait she photographed pearl fishers, the Marsh Arabs and various residents of the capital city.

  • Rank: #3750207 in Books
  • Published on: 1997-09
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • 104 pages

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A Year in Baghdad

A Year
A Year in Baghdad
Joan Baez (Author), Albert V. Baez (Author)
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author edwin black format hardback language english publication year 28 10 2004 subject social sciences subject 2 social studies general shop home delivery payment contact us shop search shop pages shop home delivery payment contact us before ordering please be aware that books sold in very good condition will have minor defects which may include some light creases to the spine or cover and yellowing to page edges condition very good title banking on baghdad inside iraq s 7000 year history of wa

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Contributors: Edwin Black - Author. Format: Paperback

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Monday, February 25, 2013

The Flying Carpet to Baghdad

The Flying
The Flying Carpet to Baghdad
Hala Jaber (Author)
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author hala jaber format paperback language english publication year 07 05 2010 subject fiction related items subject 2 true stories goddings limited presents perfect the flying carpet to baghdad one woman s fight for two orphans of war isbn 0330465287 author hala jaber publisher pan date 2010 05 07 seller sku gard 0330465281 qty available 1 format paperback condition new notes brand new book will ship 1 st class to the uk or airmail worldwide airmail 2 7 day approximate shipping time please vie

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Flying Carpet to Baghdad

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Alfombra voladora sobre Bagdad/ The Flying Carpet to Baghdad Roca Editorial 9788499180342 09788499180342

Sunday, February 24, 2013

The Nestorians; or, The Lost Tribes: Containing Evidence of Their Identity; an Account of Their Manners, Customs and Ceremonies; together with ... and Illustrations of Scripture Prophecy

The Nestorians; or, The Lost Tribes
The Nestorians; or, The Lost Tribes: Containing Evidence of Their Identity; an Account of Their Manners, Customs and Ceremonies; together with ... and Illustrations of Scripture Prophecy
Asahel Grant (Author)

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This Elibron Classics edition is a facsimile reprint of a 1841 edition by John Murray, London.

  • Rank: #221502 in Books
  • Published on: 2005-11-30
  • Released on: 2005-11-30
  • Original language: English
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 354 pages

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Contributors: Asahel Grant - Author. Format: Paperback

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Containing Evidence Of Their Identity An Account Of Their Manners, Customs, And Ceremonies. Together With Sketches Of Travel In Ancient Assyria, Armenia, Media And Mesopotamia. This scarce antiquarian book is included in our special Legacy Reprint Series. In the interest of creating a more extensive selection of rare historical book reprints, we have chosen to reproduce this title even though it may possibly have occasional imperfections such as missing and blurred pages, missing text, poor pictures, markings, dark backgrounds and other reproduction issues beyond our control. Because this work is culturally important, we have made it available as a part of our commitment to protecting, preserving and promoting the world's literature.

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New Paperback.

Saturday, February 23, 2013

Iraq: The Space Between

Iraq
Iraq: The Space Between
John Lee Anderson (Author), Christoph Bangert (Photographer)
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During the American-led invasion of Iraq in 2003 Christoph Bangert was still attending photography school. Only later, in the spring of 2005, when the Iraqi insurgency and sectarian violence reached its first peak, Westerners were kidnapped and beheaded, and most foreign journalists had left the country, did this intrepid photographer start to work in Iraq on assignment for The New York Times. The overtly hostile environment in Iraq for foreigners, without regard of the individual’s intention or affiliation, restricts the freedom of journalists, particularly photographers, who (unlike writers) must be physically present in order to get the story. Despite these conditions Bangert remained in Iraq as one of the few Western photographers committed to cover the war throughout 2006 and early 2007. He has worked largely independently from the military, using Iraqi guards, drivers, and translators, but was also occasionally embedded with American, British, and Iraqi forces. Iraq: The Space Between records the distance he traveled as a civilian between worlds committed to destruction in the name of freedom.

  • Rank: #186100 in Books
  • Published on: 2007-08-01
  • Released on: 2007-08-01
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Dimensions: 10.51" h x .75" w x 10.51" l, 2.27 pounds
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • 128 pages

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DESCRIPTION : Wow, what a find! Up for auction, in great shape, is a RARE set of 2 excellent Art Photography/History hardback dust jacket coffee table books, Inside Iran Iraq The Space Between , providing hours of great reading and reference!Both show light shelf wear to the edges, but are brand new, unread items. New copies of this book retailed for $35. Inside Iran The Islamic Republic of Iran is at the center of world attention politically, socially, and culturallybut it remains largely a ci

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The Irish Guards (IG), part of the Guards Division, is a Foot Guards regiment of the British Army. Along with the Royal Irish Regiment, it is one of the two Irish regiments remaining in the British Army.[1][2][3] The Irish Guards recruit in Northern Ireland [4] and the Irish neighbourhoods of major British cities.[5] Restrictions in the Republic of Ireland's Defence Act make it illegal to induce, procure or persuade enlistment of any citizen of the Republic of Ireland into the military of another state,[6] however people from that country do enlist in the regiment.[7] Recently, the regiment has also seen several "non-traditional" recruits, notably Zimbabwean Christopher Muzvuru, who qualified as a piper before becoming one of the regiment's two fatal casualties in Iraq in 2003. Historically, Irish Guards officers were often drawn from British public schools, particularly those with a Roman Catholic affiliation,[citation needed] such as Ampleforth College, Downside School and Stonyhurst College. This is less common in recent times. In November 1942 Jean, Grand Duke of Luxembourg joined the British Army as a volunteer in Irish Guards.[8] One way to distinguish between the five regiments of Foot Guards is the spacing of the buttons on their tunics. The Irish Guards have buttons arranged in groups of four as they were the fourth Foot Guards regiment to be founded. They also have a prominent blue plume on the right side of their bearskins.

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powerHouse Books. Hardcover. 1576874001 Cover is creased. Overstock from publisher with moderate wear to its edges from shelving. . Good. 8/1/2007.

Marsh Arabs (Penguin Travel Library)

Marsh Arabs
Marsh Arabs (Penguin Travel Library)
Wilfred Thesiger (Author)
4.8 out of 5 stars(11)

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Iraq

During the years he spent among the Marsh Arabs of southern Iraq-long before they were almost completely wiped out by Saddam Hussein-Wilfred Thesiger came to understand, admire, and share a way of life that had endured for many centuries. Traveling from village to village by canoe, he won acceptance by dispensing medicine and treating the sick. In this account of a nearly lost civilization, he pays tribute to the hospitality, loyalty, courage, and endurance of the people, and describes their impressive reed houses, the waterways and lakes teeming with wildlife, the herding of buffalo and hunting of wild boar, moments of tragedy, and moments of pure comedy in vivid, engaging detail.

  • Rank: #112554 in Books
  • Published on: 1983-05-26
  • Original language: English
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 240 pages

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The Marsh Arabs of southern Iraq were one of the most isolated communities in the world. Few outsiders, let alone Europeans, had been permitted to travel through their homeland, a mass of tiny islands lost in a wilderness of reeds and swamps in southern Iraq. One of the few trusted outsiders was the legendary explorer, Wilfred Thesiger, who was Gavin Maxwell's guide to the intricate landscape, tribal customs and distinctive architecture of the Marsh Arabs. Thesiger's skill with a medicine chest and rifle assured them a welcome in every hamlet, and Maxwell's training as a naturalist and writer has left an invaluable record of a unique community and a vanished way of life. Published in 1983 as part of Penguin Books Travel Library.

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Wilfred Thesiger's classic account of the eight years he spent living with the tribes people of the Marshes of Iraq. First published in 1964 to great acclaim, this book by one of the century's greatest explorers describes a way of life which lasted for thousands of years, but has now all but vani...

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Friday, February 22, 2013

Iraq: A Portrait of the Country in Maps and Statistics

Iraq
Iraq: A Portrait of the Country in Maps and Statistics
Hammond World Atlas Corporation (Author)
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The Hammond International Series of travel maps feature state-of-the-art digitized mapmaking to ensure an unparalleled degree of accuracy. All city maps feature regional insets and all country maps feature city insets. Both maps and atlases are printed on high quality paper, with sturdy covers for increased durability. Each map also contains a comprehensive index.

  • Rank: #3507246 in Books
  • Published on: 2003-01
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Map

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Iraq A Portrait of the Country in Maps and Statistics, ISBN-13: 9780843718898, ISBN-10: 0843718897

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In the Tracks of the Ten Thousand: A Journey on Foot Through Turkey, Syria and Iraq [Import] [Hardcover]

In the Tracks of the Ten Thousand
In the Tracks of the Ten Thousand: A Journey on Foot Through Turkey, Syria and Iraq [Import] [Hardcover]
Shane Brennan (Author)
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Iraq
  • Rank: #3905552 in Books
  • Published on: 2005
  • Format: Import
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • 352 pages

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Thursday, February 21, 2013

Baghdad Business School

Baghdad Business
Baghdad Business School
Heyrick Bond-Gunning (Author)

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Documenting the author’s flight on the first civilian plane into Baghdad after the airport had been secured, this unusual account details one man’s mission to establish a foothold for one of the largest logistics businesses in one of the world’s most inhospitable markets. Recounting his arrival in the Middle East armed with a camp bed, some baked beans, and a wallet full of money, this recollection charts the characters, comedy, and catastrophe of attempting a business deal within a war zone. Providing a unique perspective on the conflict in Iraq, this chronicle depicts the real-life adventure of a professional with uncommon courage.

  • Rank: #4094224 in Books
  • Published on: 2004-09-01
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Dimensions: 7.72" h x .71" w x 5.00" l, .48 pounds
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 200 pages

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Baghdad Business School: The Challenges of a War Zone Start Up - Heyrick Bond Gunning - Paperback, ISBN-13: 9781903070338, ISBN-10: 1903070333

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author heyrick bond gunning format paperback language english publication year 15 09 2004 subject the world ideas culture general interest subject 2 travel writing baghdad business school product category books isbn 1903070333 title baghdad business school ean 9781903070338 authors heyrick bond gunning binding paperback publisher eye books direct publication date 2004 06 01 pages 256 signed false first edition false dust jacket false list price msrp 9 99 height 0 7000 inches width 5 1000 inches

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Doing Business in the New Iraq: Practical Considerations for Multinational Businesses Expanding into Iraq

Doing Business in the New Iraq
Doing Business in the New Iraq: Practical Considerations for Multinational Businesses Expanding into Iraq
Donna Marsh (Author)

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Iraq, with its educated, sophisticated and relatively wealthy population, has been effectively off limits to most outsiders for the past 30 years. However, with the scaling down of violent activity and the establishment of a new, albeit fragile government, many multinational companies are giving serious consideration to setting up a presence in this market. This book provides cultural and business intelligence for all organisations who are considering doing business in Iraq. All of the practical issues of working in this exciting yet challenging environment are addressed, from safety issues to establishing reliable business partners, and including thoughts about the future. It includes: - A brief overview of Iraq - geography, demographics, structure, economy,weather - Religious demographics in Iraq, and their effect on business and other practicalities - Travelling to Iraq - practical and regional considerations - How to communicate effectively in Iraq - Getting down to business and achieving business goals - The impact of globalisation in Iraq and throughout the greater Middle East

  • Rank: #5019944 in Books
  • Published on: 2012-04-27
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Dimensions: 9.21" h x 6.06" w x .0" l, .0 pounds
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 208 pages

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Categories: Business Travel - Special Interest - Travel * General. Contributors: Donna Marsh - Author. Format: Paperback

Baghdad Sketches (Marlboro travel)

Baghdad Sketches
Baghdad Sketches (Marlboro travel)
Freya Stark (Author), Barbara Kreiger (Introduction)
4.4 out of 5 stars(7)

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Freya Stark first journeyed to Iraq in 1927. Seven years after the establishment of the British Mandate, the modern state was in its infancy and worlds apart from the country it has since become. During her many years in Iraq, Stark was witness to the rise and fall of the British involvement in the country as well as the early years of independence. Typically—and controversially—she chose to live outside the close-knit western expatriate scene and immersed herself in the way of life of ordinary Iraqis—living in the “native” quarter of the city and spending time with its tribal sheikhs and leaders. Venturing out of Baghdad, she traveled to Mosul, Nineveh, Tikrit and Najaf, where she perceptively describes the millennia-old tensions between Sunni and Shi'a. In the 1940s she returned again, this time traveling south, to the Marsh Arabs, whose way of life has now all but disappeared; north into Kurdistan and later, Kuwait, in the days before the oil boom.

  • Rank: #1876455 in Books
  • Published on: 1996-12-04
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Dimensions: 8.27" h x .63" w x 5.28" l, .55 pounds
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 177 pages

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Marlboro Press 1996-12-04. Paperback. Very Good. Ships within 1 business day. Good reading copy.

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Tuesday, February 19, 2013

An Unreasonable Woman: In Search of Meaning Around the Globe

An Unreasonable Woman
An Unreasonable Woman: In Search of Meaning Around the Globe
Shirley Dean (Author)

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In 1956, Shirley Deane, a young professional musician, turned her back on a recording contract and TV appearances to work her way around the world. She traveled to 67 countries, became the first woman to drive a Land Rover from England to Kathmandu, was kidnapped and questioned by Turkish police, offered a job by the CIA, was cured of asthma by an indigenous doctor in Kashmir, managed a clinic in a Tibetan refugee camp in Nepal, and stood against death threats to write and publish the first ever Who's Who of Black South Africans. And that's only part of her amazing story. While reading about her staggering journey you might forget you are reading a memoir.

  • Rank: #249854 in eBooks
  • Published on: 2011-04-us.html
  • Released on: 2011-04-us.html
  • Format: Kindle eBook
  • Number of items: 1

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Shirley Deane is An Unreasonable Woman Shirley Deane was born in New York City and was given her first accordion at the age of eight. At 27, she left the United States to work her way around the world playing her own brand of jazz and classical music. She visited 67 countries, living in Pakistan for six months, Nepal for a year, India for eight years, and South Africa for 14 years. She studied music, psychology and philosophy, attending NYU and the University of Hawaii, and for a brief period s

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Store Search search Title, ISBN and Author Unreasonable Woman, in Search of Meaning Around the Globe by Shirley Deane Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New In 1956, Shirley Deane, a young professional musician, turned her back on a recording contract and TV appearances to work her way around the world. She traveled to 67 countries, became the first woman to drive a Land Rover from England to Kathmandu, was kidnapped and questioned by Turkish police, offered

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Iraq

Iraq
Iraq
Justin Dodge (Editor)

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Iraq

This cultural guide for the traveler has information about the present day culture of Iraq along with the causes of that culture. After a brief introduction to Iraq (including the best time to visit), it goes into the country's background, including geography, wildlife, history, architecture, religion, language, ethnicity, food, drink, & identity. It helps you know Iraq and will help you understand why Iraq is that way.

This cultural guide also provides Practical Information, such as visa requirements, health care concerns, available tours, etc. In addition, the guide contains a pre-departure checklist, quick reference charts for when you're on the road, and live links to give you instant access to more information when you're abroad.

  • Rank: #244244 in eBooks
  • Published on: 2012-12-us.html
  • Released on: 2012-12-us.html
  • Format: Kindle eBook
  • Number of items: 1

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Iraq Campaign Medal Lapel Pin Note: Lapel pins are often awarded with their full size medals and ribbon awards counterparts simply as an accessory to the decoration. Lapel pins are worn in unofficial capacities, on personal clothing, commemorating the award. Most presentation cases are manufactured so as to accommodate the lapel pin and when service members are awarded decorations in formal ceremonies - where the award is issued in a presentation case - the lapel pin is then included.

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This auction is for a Silver 1 Dinar FAO issue coin from Iraq dated 1973. I am not sure what the proof looks like, but this one has frost on the devices. The proof issue only has a mintage of 5000. Please read the condition description, study the photos, then p lease bid accordingly.Please pay attention to my shipping schedule below the photos and agree to these terms before bidding.All items shipped will be placed in a corrugated sa fety mailer and then enclosed in a jiffy bubble mailer. I as

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Three-time Emmy winning actor James Gandolfini serves as Executive Producer of Alive Day Memories: Home From Iraq, a documentary which looks at the physical and emotional cost of war through soldiers' memories of their alive day, the day they narrowly escaped death in Iraq. In a war that has left more than 25000 wounded, Alive Day Memories looks at this new generation of veterans. For the first time in history, 90% of the wounded survive their injuries, but a greater percentage of these men and women are returning with amputations, traumatic brain injuries and severe post-traumatic stress. In Alive Day Memories, Gandolfini interviews ten soldiers who reveal their feelings on their future, their severe disabilities and their devotion to America.

Monday, February 18, 2013

The letters of Gertrude Bell (1)

The letters
The letters of Gertrude Bell (1)
Gertrude Lowthian Bell (Author)

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Iraq
  • Rank: #6378208 in Books
  • Published on: 1939
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 248 pages

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Two Volumes In One.

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The Letters of Gertrude Bell (Volume I) 1874-1917 : Paperback : The Echo Library : 9781406800524 : 140680052X : 22 Aug 2006

Iraq Wall Map (Tubed, Classic Style)

Iraq Wall
Iraq Wall Map (Tubed, Classic Style)
National Geographic Maps (Author, Editor, Illustrator)

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This new map of Iraq, features the classic National Geographic reference styling. Features thousands of place names, accurate political boundaries, and major infrastructure networks such as roads, oil fields and pipelines, aqueducts, and railroads. Iraq's terrain is detailed through accurate shaded relief and symbolism for water features and other landforms. This map also includes table of geographic equivalents translated into English. Elevations of major peaks and depth soundings are expressed in meters. The bordering countries of Iran, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Jordan and Turkey are also shown.

Iraq Classic is printed on high-quality 80# paper suitable for framing, and is also available in a laminated edition.


Map Specifications:

  • Scale: 1:4,200,000

  • Size: 26" x 30" (portrait orientation)

  • Copyright: 2010

  • Format: Tubed (clear plastic presentation tube)
    • Rank: #188383 in Books
    • Published on: 2010-09-01
    • Binding: Map
    • 1 pages

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    National Geographic Maps This new map of Iran, features the classic National Geographic reference styling. Features thousands of place names, accurate political boundaries, national parks, archeological sites, and major infrastructure networks such as roads, canals, ferry routes, and railroads. Iran's diverse terrain is detailed through accurate shaded relief, coastal bathymetry, and symbolism for water features and other landforms. This map also includes table of geographic equivalents translated into English. Elevations of major peaks and depth soundings are expressed in meters. In addition, the bordering countries of Iraq, Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan are shown as well as outlying countries including Syria, Uzbekistan, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. Features: -Wall Maps Countries & Regions collection. -Comes rolled in cardboard tube, laminated maps come in a protective sleeve. -Scale = 1:3696000. -Made in the USA. -Fully opened: 23" x 30". Material: Paper

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    GW1444: Features: -Comes rolled in cardboard tube, laminated maps come in a protective sleeve.-Scale = 1:1778000.-Made in the USA.-Fully opened: 24" x 28". Collection: -Wall Maps Countries & Regions collection.

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    National Geographic Maps This new map of Iraq, features the classic National Geographic reference styling. Features hundreds of place names, accurate political boundaries, and major infrastructure networks such as roads, oil fields and pipelines, aqueducts, and railroads. Iran's terrain is detailed through accurate shaded relief and symbolism for water features and other landforms. This map also includes table of geographic equivalents translated into English. Elevations of major peaks and depth soundings are expressed in meters. The bordering countries of Iran, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Jordan and Turkey are also shown. Features: -Wall Maps Countries & Regions collection. -Comes rolled in cardboard tube, laminated maps come in a protective sleeve. -Scale = 1:1778000. -Made in the USA. -Fully opened: 24" x 28".

    Sunday, February 17, 2013

    I Have Iraq in My Shoe: Misadventures of a Soldier of Fashion

    I Have Iraq in My Shoe
    I Have Iraq in My Shoe: Misadventures of a Soldier of Fashion
    Gretchen Berg (Author)
    4.4 out of 5 stars(39)

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    Iraq

    It's the timeless, classic tale: girl-meets-recession, recession-forces-girl-to-go-to-Iraq. I Have Iraq in My Shoe follows the author out of her comfort zone and into the Middle East. Taking the wit of Jen Lancaster and the fun of Sophie Kinsella and moving it to the desert, this is the story of a single, fashion-obsessed American female who finds herself metaphorically strapping on a Kevlar caftan to work in Iraq for a year. Irreverent and hilarious, saucy and smart, it's a tale of lessons both taught and learned, and all in the midst of a war zone: from teaching Iraqi women in headscarves while wearing designer pumps to enduring the shame and frustration of astronomical luggage fees.

    • Rank: #1815528 in Books
    • Published on: 2012-05-01
    • Released on: 2012-05-01
    • Format: Bargain Price
    • Number of items: 1
    • Binding: Paperback
    • 400 pages

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    author gretchen berg format paperback language english publication year 25 05 2012 subject biographies autobiographies subject 2 autobiography general title i have iraq in my shoe misadventures of a soldier of fashion author berg gretchen publisher sourcebooks inc publication date may 01 2012 pages 392 binding paperback dimensions 5 25 wx 8 00 hx 1 25 d isbn 1402265794 subject biography autobiography personal memoirs description i am not moving to iraq to teach how does a liberal american girl

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    author gretchen berg format paperback language english publication year 25 05 2012 subject biographies autobiographies subject 2 autobiography general goddings limited presents i have iraq in my shoe misadventures of a soldier of fashion isbn 1402265794 author gretchen berg publisher sourcebooks date 2012 05 01 seller sku gard 1402265792 qty available 1 format paperback condition new notes brand new book will ship 1 st class to the uk or airmail worldwide airmail 2 7 day approximate shipping tim

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    Iraq | Perspectives (Center for Documentary Studies/Honickman First Book Prize in Photography)

    Iraq
    Iraq | Perspectives (Center for Documentary Studies/Honickman First Book Prize in Photography)
    Benjamin Lowy (Author)
    4.2 out of 5 stars(5)

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    Iraq

    Selected by William Eggleston as Winner
    The Center for Documentary Studies / Honickman First Book Prize in Photography

    Benjamin Lowy’s powerful and arresting color photographs, taken over a six-year period through Humvee windows and military-issue night vision goggles, capture the desolation of a war-ravaged Iraq as well as the tension and anxiety of both U.S. soldiers and Iraqi civilians. To photograph on the streets unprotected was impossible for Lowy, so he made images that illuminate this difficulty by shooting photographs through the windows and goggles meant to help him, and soldiers, to see. In doing so he provides us with a new way of looking at the war—an entirely different framework for regarding and thinking about the everyday activities of Iraqis in a devastated landscape and the movements of soldiers on patrol, as well as the alarm and apprehension of nighttime raids.

    “Iraq was a land of blast walls and barbed wire fences. I made my first image of a concrete blast wall through the window of my armored car. These pictures show a fragment of Iraqi daily life taken by a transient passenger in a Humvee; yet they are a window to a world where work, play, tension, grief, survival, and everything in between are as familiar as the events of our own lives. . . . [In] the ‘Nightvision’ images . . . as soldiers weave through the houses and bedrooms of civilians during nighttime military raids, they encounter the faces of their suspects as well as bystanders, many of whom are parents protecting their children. . . . I hope that these images provide the viewer with momentary illumination of the fear and desperation that is war.”—Benjamin Lowy
    • Rank: #490557 in Books
    • Published on: 2011-11-04
    • Original language: English
    • Number of items: 1
    • Dimensions: 10.35" h x .71" w x 12.36" l, 2.63 pounds
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • 120 pages

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    TheNile.com.au About FAQ Payment Delivery Contact Us 1800-987-323 Iraq - Perspectives by Benjamin Lowy Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Powerful and arresting colour photographs of Iraq in conflict, taken over a six-year period through Humvee windows and military-issue night vision goggles Publisher Description Winner, The Center for Documentary Studies / Honickman First Book Prize in Photography Benjamin Lowy s powerful and arresting colour photographs, taken over a six-year period through

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    Selected by William Eggleston as Winner The Center for Documentary Studies / Honickman First Book Prize in Photography Benjamin Lowy`s powerful and arresting color photographs, taken over a six-year period through Humvee windows and military-issue night vision goggles, capture the desolation of a war-ravaged Iraq as well as the tension and anxiety of both US soldiers and Iraqi civilians. To photograph on the streets unprotected was impossible for Lowy, so he made images that illuminate this difficulty by shooting photographs through the windows and goggles meant to help him, and soldiers, to see. In doing so he provides us with a new way of looking at the war?an entirely different framework for regarding and thinking about the everyday activities of Iraqis in a devastated landscape and the movements of soldiers on patrol, as well as the alarm and apprehension of nighttime raids. ?Iraq was a land of blast walls and barbed wire fences. I made my first image of a concrete blast wall through the window of my armored car. These pictures show a fragment of Iraqi daily life taken by a transient passenger in a Humvee; yet they are a window to a world where work, play, tension, grief, survival, and everything in between are as familiar as the events of our own lives. . . . [In] the `Nightvision` images . . . as soldiers weave through the houses and bedrooms of civilians during nighttime military raids, they encounter the faces of their suspects as well as bystanders, many of whom are parents protecting their children. . . . I hope that these images provide the viewer with momentary illumination of the fear and desperation that is war.??Benjamin Lowy

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    Iraq 1:2M & Baghdad 1:25,000 Travel Map

    Iraq 1
    Iraq 1:2M & Baghdad 1:25,000 Travel Map
    ITM Canada (Author)
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    Iraq

    Double sided map features a road and travel map of Iraq, scale 1:1,200,000 on one side and a street plan of Baghdad 1:25,000 (including the International Zone, formerly Green Zone). The country map distinguishes roads ranging from highways to other categories. Main legend includes railways, airports, points of interest, water wells and oil wells.The city plan shows old city area, parks, walls, town gates, palaces, mosques, Khans, churches, monuments, museums, hospitals, hotels, restaurants, night clubs, bus stations, taxi stands, parking, petrol stations. Extensive place name index for each side. The map was updated in 2011 and reflects the realities of Iraq after the Iraqi Freedom operation.

    • Rank: #398077 in Books
    • Published on: 2011-01-17
    • Original language: English
    • Binding: Map
    • 2 pages

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    format sheet map language english publication year 24 01 2011 subject atlases maps travel subject 2 walking hiking activity maps guides title iraq 1 2 m baghdad 1 25 000 travel map author itm canada publisher itmb publishing ltd publication date jan 17 2011 pages 2 binding map edition 2011 dimensions 3 90 wx 10 00 hx 0 50 d isbn 1553412362 brand new map all orders get full access to our online status tracking service allowing you to view realtime order progress your order will be dispatched fr

    IQATF: The Less Lethal Option (The Path Less Travelled)

    IQATF
    IQATF: The Less Lethal Option (The Path Less Travelled)
    Tim Beckman (Author)
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    Iraq

    This is the fourth book in my The Path Less Travelled series and deals with the time I spent working on the Iraqi Advisor Task Force contract in Southern Iraq.

    • Rank: #120146 in eBooks
    • Published on: 2010-10-26
    • Released on: 2010-10-26
    • Format: Kindle eBook
    • Number of items: 1