Post-Metropolitan Territories
Post-Metropolitan Territories

Author: Alessandro Balducci

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2017-01-20

Total Pages: 343

ISBN-13: 1317231600

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Processes of multi-scalar regional urbanization are occurring worldwide. Such processes are clearly distinguishable from those of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries due to the shifting concepts of both the city and the metropolis. International literature highlights how what we have historically associated with the idea of cities has long been subjected to consistent reconfiguration, which involves stressing some of the typical features of the idea of "cityness". Post-Metropolitan Territories: Looking for a New Urbanity is the product of a research project funded by the Italian Ministry for Education, Universities and Research (MIUR). It constitutes a thorough overview of a country that is one of Europe's most diverse in terms of regional development and performance: Italy. This book brings together case studies of a number of Italian cities and their hinterlands and looks at new forms of urbanization, exploring themes of sustainability, industrialization, de-industrialization, governance, city planning and quality of life. This volume will be of great interest to academics and students who study regional development, economic geography and urban studies, as well as civil servants and policymakers in the field of spatial planning, urban policy, territorial policies and governance.

History of Military Cartography
History of Military Cartography

Author: Elri Liebenberg

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2016-01-28

Total Pages: 377

ISBN-13: 3319252445

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This volume gathers 19 papers first presented at the 5th International Symposium of the ICA Commission on the History of Cartography, which took place at the University of Ghent, Belgium on 2-5 December 2014. The overall conference theme was 'Cartography in Times of War and Peace', but preference was given to papers dealing with the military cartography of the First World War (1914-1918). The papers are classified by period and regional sub-theme, i.e. Military Cartography from the 18th to the 20th century; WW I Cartography in Belgium, Central Europe, etc.

The Time Machine and Other Stories
The Time Machine and Other Stories

Author: H. G. Wells

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2016-09-14

Total Pages: 183

ISBN-13: 1473345715

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This book is a collection of eight short stories written by H. G. Wells. "The Short Stories of H. G. Wells" constitutes a must-have for lovers of the short storm form and is not to be missed by fans of Wells' fantastic work. Herbert George Wells (1866 - 1946) was a prolific English writer who wrote in a variety of genres, including the novel, politics, history, and social commentary. Today, he is perhaps best remembered for his contributions to the science fiction genre thanks to such novels as "The Time Machine" (1895), "The Invisible Man" (1897), and "The War of the Worlds" (1898). "The Father of Science Fiction" was also a staunch socialist, and his later works are increasingly political and didactic. The stories include: "The Time Machine", "The Empire of the Ants", "A Vision of Judgement", "The Land Ironclads", The Beautiful Suit", "The Door in the Wall", "The Pearl of Love", and "The Country of the Blind". Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

The Eyes of The Panther
The Eyes of The Panther

Author: Ambrose Bierce

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2021-01-19

Total Pages: 10

ISBN-13:

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The Eyes of the Panther by Ambrose Bierce is a collection of short stories by one of America's most celebrated authors. Known for his wit and biting satire, Bierce's stories explore themes of horror, the supernatural, and the absurd. Key Aspects of the Book "The Eyes of the Panther": Masterful Storytelling: Bierce's writing is renowned for its wit, intelligence, and ability to captivate readers. Exploration of Themes: The stories in this collection delve into themes such as horror, the supernatural, and human nature. Satire and Irony: Bierce is known for his use of satire and irony, which makes his stories both entertaining and thought-provoking. Ambrose Bierce was an American journalist, writer, and satirist who is best known for his short stories, including "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" and "The Devil's Dictionary." A veteran of the American Civil War, Bierce's experiences in the conflict heavily influenced his writing, which often explores themes of war, horror, and the supernatural. He disappeared in Mexico in 1913 and was never seen again.

india in the
india in the

Author: Taras Kuzio

Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan

Published: 1999-08-20

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 9780312214586

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State and Institution Building in Ukraine represents the first in-depth and comprehensive study of state building in Ukraine. As opposed to previous books, which have focused on the political and economic transformation of the Soviet successor states, this volume argues that a market economy and democracy cannot exist in the absence of an effective state and governing institutions. Ukraine was only a quasi-state within the former USSR when it declared independence in August 1991, and thus it inherited only the rudiments of what is normally considered a "modern state." The development of a viable and capable state with effective institutions was prioritized by the executive and legislative branches who understood that a democracy, civil society, rule of law, and market economy could not be created in the absence of a genuine, functioning state. This study is the first to survey institution and state building in Ukraine by placing it within a comparative and theoretical perspective, challenging many of the current misconceptions about Ukraine and other post-Soviet countries.

The Modi Doctrine
The Modi Doctrine

Author: Anirban Ganguly

Publisher: SCB Distributors

Published: 2016-11-27

Total Pages: 388

ISBN-13: 8183284892

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States today are far more engaged in diplomacy than ever before, actively building relations with other states to harness their mutual commercial and cultural strengths. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s outlook to global affairs is no different, yet there is a nuanced approach in linking India’s foreign policy to domestic transformation. While on the one hand, his policies seek to attract foreign capital, technology and open foreign markets for Indian products, on the other, they are geared towards regional stability, peace and prosperity. All events are texts to be analysed and the authors in this volume do so but emphatically underline that India’s diplomacy under Modi has got a go-getting edge, that it is no longer foreign anymore but a matter of public affairs and that with Modi at the helm, India is set to leverage its role and make itself a ‘diplomatic superpower’. The nuanced and thought-provoking essays, by some of the most well-respected analysts and practitioners of diplomacy, make this book a must-read for not just professionals and serious readers but for the uninitiated as well.