'The best travel guide to Istanbul' - The TimesPractical and informative, readable and vividly described, this is the definitive guide to and story of Istanbul, by those who know it best.This is the 2009 revised and updated edition of the classic guide to Istanbul, originally published thirty-seven years previously, which continues to inform and enchant visitors.Taking the reader on foot through this captivating city - Euro...

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The Land of the Divided: American Civil War Collection is a compelling anthology that intricately weaves the diverse literary styles and reflective narratives of the Civil War era. Through poignant short stories, essays, and narrative accounts, the collection captures the tumultuous landscape of a nation in conflict. From heart-wrenching battlefield scenes to intimate portrayals of homefront struggles, each piece conveys the enduring complexity and the profound human experience of the war....

This title was originally published in 1963.Many titles in the Voices Revived program are also newly available as ebooks, offered at a discounted price to support wider access to scholarly work.

First published in 2005. Long acknowledged to be the 'best travel guide to Istanbul' (Times of London) this classic of travel literature is now available in a larger format in hardback binding. The work is both a useful and informative guide to the city with major useful monuments described in detail in terms of the history and architecture. Although the main emphasis of the book is on the Byzantine and Ottoman Antiquities, the city is not treated as a museum in the context of a living cit...

The 'North vs. South Collection' offers an intricate tapestry of narratives, drawing from a wide spectrum of literary styles and rich historical contexts. Traversing the tumultuous landscape of the American Civil War, this anthology melds adventure, drama, and incisive social commentary to examine the dichotomies and complexities of a nation divided. Readers are invited to immerse themselves in a diverse range of experiences that delineate themes of conflict, identity, and unity. The bread...

The 'American Civil War Collection' is a compelling anthology that explores the complexities, struggles, and ideologies of a nation divided. This collection weaves together an array of narratives, ranging from suspenseful tales of battlefield valor to poignant reflections on the human condition during one of America'Äôs most turbulent eras. Each piece within this anthology contributes to a mosaic that reveals the multifaceted experiences of the Civil War, showcasing a diversity of literary...

The 'Tales of Civil War: 40 Books Collection' stands as an exemplar of multifaceted storytelling, combining a rich array of literary styles from historical narratives to personal memoirs and fictionalized accounts, woven together under the singular, sprawling theme of the American Civil War. This anthology captures the tumultuous period with vivid descriptions and varied perspectives, reflecting the spectrum of human experiences and emotions elicited by this watershed moment in American hi...

This collection includes all the great novels and stories written after the turmoil, the trauma and the heroism experienced during the American Civil War: The Red Badge of Courage (Stephen Crane) The Little Regiment (Stephen Crane) The Veteran (Stephen Crane) An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge (Ambrose Bierce) A Horseman in the Sky (Ambrose Bierce) Chickamauga (Ambrose Bierce) The Private History of a Campaign That Failed (Mark Twain) A Curious Experience (Mark Twain) The Guns of Bull Run (...

A signal, violent event in the history of the United States Congress, the caning of Charles Sumner on the Senate floor embodied the complex North-South cultural divide of the mid-nineteenth century. Williamjames Hull Hoffer's vivid account of the brutal act demonstrates just how far the sections had drifted apart and explains why the coming war was so difficult to avoid.Sumner, a noted abolitionist and gifted speaker, was seated at his Senate desk on May 22, 1856, when Democratic C...

There's an irresistible thrill to the world of spies—secrets whispered in shadowy alleys, coded messages hidden in plain sight, and daring agents who risk everything to unravel conspiracies. Spy novels captivate us because they plunge us into a world of deception and high-stakes intrigue, where nothing is ever as it seems. Whether set against the backdrop of war, international espionage, or political betrayal, these stories explore the fine line between loyalty and treachery, duty and pers...

'Behind Enemy Lines: 40 Spy Thrillers' captures the exhilarating and treacherous world of espionage through a diverse array of narratives and literary styles. This anthology presents a mosaic of suspenseful tales, each meticulously curated to showcase the genre's rich tradition and evolution. From the gripping plots and unexpected twists to the complex character studies, the collection immerses readers in a myriad of thrilling scenarios. Each story not only stands as a solitary pillar of i...