Gregory McNamee Boeken

Gregory McNamee guides you on a memorable tour through 50 national and state parks, monuments, and other cherished sites in the modern American Southwest. Simultaneously, he leads you far back in time, to the eras when the earliest human beings lived in what is now Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah.These ancient people left intriguing clues: pueblos, tools, pottery, jewelry, baskets, petroglyphs, pictographs, clothing, kivas, and weavings. From such evidence, archaeologists can reconstruct sophisticated cultures with advanced knowledge of astronomy, architecture, agriculture, and art.In more than 130 spectacular photographs, Larry Lindahl captures the essence of these remarkable locations, including Mesa Verde National Park, Canyon de Chelly National Monument, Navajo National Monument, Chaco Culture National Historic Park, Cedar Mesa National Monument, and many more.

The book presents a collection of stories from Aelian's De Natura Animalium, offering a glimpse into ancient Roman perspectives on animal behavior and cognition. Translated and edited by Gregory McNamee, it serves as an early encyclopedia that reveals insights into the understanding of animals during that time, making it a valuable resource for modern scholars interested in the historical views on animal minds. The stories are arranged in a mostly random order, adding a unique structure to the exploration of these themes.

Accessible edition with commentary of this widely read but highly complex and challenging play.

Numerous job opportunities can be found in the fast-growing field of renewable energy. Grab this handy book and discover how clean energy can be a part of your future, whether you are new to the workforce or retooling your career. Career Sectors include: Solar & Wind Energy, Geothermal Energy, Hydropower, Bioenergy, Green Building & Energy Management, Hydrogen Energy & Fuel Cells, Green Transportation, and Energy Education & Economics. Job Areas include: Technical / Engineering, Project Management / Consulting, Research & Development, Sales & Marketing, and the Trades. Helpful resources include: Training & Workshops, Universities & Trade Schools, Professional Associations / Technical Societies, Reference Web Sites, and Government Energy Programs.

Art Wolfe's photography beautifully captures the deep connection humans have with trees, showcasing their majesty and significance in our lives. Complemented by Gregory McNamee's insightful text, the work explores themes of nature, spirituality, and the emotional bonds we form with these ancient beings. Together, they create a compelling narrative that highlights the beauty and importance of trees in our world.

Featuring new words from the Oxford English Dictionary and Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary as well as age-old terms from Greek, Roman, French, and other languages, The Word Origin 2019 Day-to-Day Calendar delights linguistic lovers with little-known, fascinating derivations. Learn the remarkable origin behind obscure words as well as everyday phrases, clichés, and expressions for a year's worth of etymological fun. As an added bonus, the back of each page includes daily extra content such as puzzles, jokes, lists, quotes, activities, tips, and trivia. The calendar's author, Gregory McNamee, is a contributing editor to the Encyclopedia Britannica , writing on language, world geography, and other subjects.

Frommer's Complete Guides are packed with dazzling photos and detailed, opinionated and honest reviews, giving you the low-down on what's worth your trip and what's not. The destinations are broken down into easy to navigate sections and include a full size pull out map to help you plan the perfect trip.