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May 2015
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Humanities & Social SciencesMay 2015The paradox of body, building and motion in seventeenth-century England
by Kimberley Skelton, Amelia Jones, Marsha Meskimmon
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Humanities & Social SciencesMay 2015The paradox of body, building and motion in seventeenth-century England
by Kimberley Skelton, Amelia Jones, Marsha Meskimmon, Rebecca Mortimer
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Literature & Literary StudiesApril 2023Charles Dickens and Georgina Hogarth
A curious and enduring relationship
by Christine Skelton
Charles Dickens called his sister-in-law Georgina Hogarth his 'best and truest friend'. Georgina saw Dickens as much more than a friend. They lived together for twenty-eight years, during which time their relationship constantly changed. The sister of his wife Catherine, the sharp and witty Georgina moved into the Dickens home aged fifteen. What began as a father-daughter relationship blossomed into a genuine rapport, but their easy relations were fractured when Dickens had a mid-life crisis and determined to rid himself of Catherine. Georgina's refusal to leave Dickens and his desire for her to remain in his household led to rumours of an affair and even illegitimate children. He left her the equivalent of almost £1 million and all his personal papers in his will. Georgina's commitment to Dickens was unwavering but it is far from clear what he did to deserve such loyalty. There were several occasions when he misused her in order to protect his public reputation. Why did Georgina betray her once much-loved sister? Why did she fall out with her family and risk her reputation in order to stay with Dickens? And why did the Dickenses' daughter Katey say it was 'the greatest mistake ever' to invite a sister-in-law to live with a family?
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Humanities & Social SciencesJune 2003The Stalin Years
The Soviet Union, 1929–53 (second edition)
by Helen Skelton
The collapse of the USSR, the end of the Cold War and the opening of the Soviet archives have transformed both what is known about the events of the Stalin period and the historian's perspective. Published 50 years after his death, this revised and expanded second edition looks at the entire period of Stalin's rule and includes chapters on ideology, politics, economic development, social change, the nationalities, culture and external relations (including World War II) and the Great Terror. The interpretation stresses the connnection between internal and external policy and the influence of ideology on both. Mawdsley includes many primary resources, which provide insights into the Stalin era. Some of these are important theoretical or propaganda documents which are re-published here together for the first time in many years. Others are secret items from the Russian archives that have only become available since late 1980s.
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March 2017Questionnaire
by Max Frisch, Geoffrey Skelton
»Halten Sie sich für einen guten Freund? Sind Sie sich selber ein Freund?« Zwischen diesen beiden Fragestellungen liegen 23 Fragen zum Thema Freundschaft. Max Frischs berühmte Fragebogen entstammen dem Tagebuch 1966-1971, und jeder dieser zehn Fragebogen kreist ein Thema ein: Es geht um Ehe, Frauen, Humor, Geld, Freundschaft, Vatersein, Heimat, Eigentum und nichts weniger als die Erhaltung des Menschengeschlechts. Die Antworten bleiben der Fantasie der Leser überlassen – ein unwiderstehlicher Lesegenuss.
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August 2015Das Haus der geheimen Versprechen
Roman
by Wilkins, Kimberley / Übersetzt von Thiele, Sabine
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August 2008Antonia, Dantes Tochter
Historischer Roman
by Heuston, Kimberley / Englisch Braun, Anne L.
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September 2005Antonia, Dantes Tochter
Historischer Roman
by Heuston, Kimberley / Deutsch Braun, Anne L
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January 2017Keep me up all night!
Erotische Phantasien
by Cornell, Leya; Hope, Jerry; John, Kimberley
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September 2014Das Sternenhaus
Roman
by Wilkins, Kimberley / Übersetzt von Goga-Klinkenberg, Susanne
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August 2012Der Wind der Erinnerung
Roman
by Wilkins, Kimberley / Übersetzt von Goga-Klinkenberg, Susanne
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August 2006Endymion Spring
Die Macht des geheimen Buches
by Skelton, Matthew / Illustriert von Sanderson, Bill; Übersetzt von Günther, Ulli und Herbert
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Business, Economics & LawJanuary 2017Cruise Ship Tourism
by Ross Dowling, Clare Weeden
Completely updated and revised, Cruise Ship Tourism, 2nd Edition covers the economic, social and environmental impacts of cruising, combining the latest knowledge and research to provide a comprehensive account of the subject. Despite the industry growing rapidly, there is a substantial gap in the related literature, and this book addresses the key issues for researchers, students and industry professionals. This second edition: - Reviews the fundamental principles of the industry, the cruise experience from a passenger perspective, marketing, planning and destination development. - Includes case studies throughout, translating theory into practical management advice. - Comprises contributions from over fifty international contributors to portray a truly global perspective. - Provides numerous full colour illustrations to bring the subject to life. A valuable 'one-stop-shop' for those interested in cruise ships and maritime tourism, this new edition from major names in the field is also an invaluable resource for anyone concerned more widely with tourism and business development. ; Covering the economic, social and environmental impacts of cruising, this book combines the latest research with practical case studies to provide a comprehensive account of the subject. It reviews the fundamental principles of the industry, the cruise experience from a passenger perspective, marketing, planning and destination development. ; 1: The world of cruising Part 1: Fundamental principles 2: Power and profits in the global cruise industry 3: Representation without taxation 4: Flags of convenience and the global cruise labor market 5: Corporate social responsibility in the cruise sector 6: Passengers and risk: Health, wellbeing and liability 7: Economics of cruise shipping: The need for a new business model 8: High fees on the high seas? The provision of extra-fee products and services 9: ‘Oceans apart’: Bridging the gap between academic research and professional practice in cruise tourism Part 2: The cruise experience: People and passengers 10: Talent management and the cruise industry 11: A sailor’s life for me: An example of how one port of call has developed in the hope of meeting crew expectations 12: Mediating the cruise experience 13: Conceptualizing the cruise ship tourist experience 14: Managing health-related crises in the cruise industry 15: Cruises, safety and security in a violent world Part 3: Markets, marketing and motivations 16: Safe, secure and sustainable: Attributes of a strong cruise brand 17: The image of cruise ship holidays on Italian television: A comparative analysis 18: Purchasing attributes for cruise passengers 19: Motivations and constraints of cruising for the US and Chinese markets 20: Children and the family market 21: Cruising with Pride: The LGBT cruise market 22: The changing consumer: ‘Digital cruising’ Part 4: Impacts of cruise ship tourism: Stakeholders, politics and power 23: Stakeholders’ perceived gains and obstacles of cruise ship tourism development: the case of La Palma Island 24: Cruise ships and protected areas in the marine biome: An analysis of tourism in the Brazilian context 25: Sailing into stormy waters? Understanding the community impacts of cruise tourism growth in Akaroa, New Zealand 26: Cruise tourism in a remote small island – High yield and low impact? 27: Cruise tourists on the mainland: Itineraries and interactions Part 5: Planning and management for sustainable cruising 28: Environmental reporting in the cruise industry 29: Improving sustainable management of expedition cruise destinations in Australia: Governance and management lessons from the Great Barrier Reef, the Kimberley and Tasmania 30: Sailing in icy waters: Antarctic cruise tourism development, regulation and management Part 6: Ports, destinations and infrastructure development 31: Development of cruise tourism in Saudi Arabia 32: Cruise itinerary planning 33: Is China a new goldmine for cruise companies? 34: Cruising in Asia with a focus on China Part 7: Conclusions and future directions 35: Conclusions and future directions
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Travel & holiday guidesDecember 2014Luxembourg
by Tim Skelton
Despite being one of the smallest countries in Europe, Luxembourg packs a remarkable punch. Boasting hilltop castles, picturesque villages dotted within spectacular valleys, and more Michelin-star restaurants per capita than any other country in the world, this tiny nation has a great deal to offer._x000D_ _x000D_ Fully updated for this third edition, Bradt’s Luxembourg remains the only standalone guidebook to the country. Crammed with detailed coverage of history, culture and transport, plus practical advice on where to stay and eat, this entertaining and instructive handbook is a must-have for anyone wanting to discover the world’s last remaining Grand Duchy._x000D_
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Science & MathematicsMay 2006Forecast Earth
The Story of Climate Scientist Inez Fung
by Renee Skelton
Inez Fung forecasts the futureâ€"a future when Earth could look and feel a lot different than it does now. Why care about climate change? Because it affects every living thing on Earth, including you. What if the climate where you live began to change dramatically? What if a warmer climate caused the polar ice caps to melt and sea levels to rise? Inez Fung is a climate scientist, someone who studies the causes of weather patterns and how they change over time. Inzez investigates why climate changes happen and how we can prepare for them, using data about the planet’s land masses, oceans, and atmosphere to create computer models of Earth. Even gas and dust embedded in polar ice half a millions years ago can tell Inez about climates of the pastâ€"and give clues about Earth’s climate future. Forecast Earth takes readers on a tour of the planet with a brilliant scientist as our guide. How did a quiet girl from Hong Kong grow up to become one of the world’s most respected climate scientists? The life story of Inez Fung makes it clear that there are opportunities out there for everyone.
