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  • In the Ruins of the Cold War Bunker

    Affect, Materiality and Meaning Making

    Edited by Luke Bennett ...
    Series series Place, Memory, Affect
    During the Cold War military and civil defence bunkers were an evocative materialisation of deadly military stand-off. They were also a symbol of a deeply affective, pervasive anxiety about the prospect of world-destroying nuclear war. But following the sudden fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 these sites were swiftly abandoned, and exposed to both material and semantic ruination.This volume ... Read more

    $44.59 USD

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  • The Flatiron

    The New York Landmark and the Incomparable City That Arose with It

    The marvelous story of the Flatiron: the instantly recognizable building that signaled the start of a new era in New York history.Critics hated it. The public feared it would topple over. Passersby were knocked down by the winds. But even before it was completed, the Flatiron Building had become an unforgettable part of New York City.The Flatiron Building was built by the Chicago-based Fuller ... Read more

    $14.39 USD

  • The Chinese Treasure: World Heritage in China

    This rich and detailed book celebrates Chinas entries on the treasured UNESCO World Heritage List using colour photography and key content from Chinese experts. The Chinese Treasure World Heritage in China is a full-length academic pictorial album offering unrivalled coverage of the UNESCO World Heritage List entries in China with detailed specialist content from Chinese architectural experts and ... Read more

    $28.79 USD

  • Gillette Castle

    A History

    by Erik Ofgang ...
    During his career as an actor, William Gillette portrayed world-renowned character Sherlock Holmes in more than 1,300 performances.His career as a playwright and actor afforded him the opportunity to purchase a 184-acre estate, where he also built a twenty-four-room medieval-style castle. Overlooking the Connecticut River, Gillette's castle was complete with spy mirrors, sliding furniture, hidden ... Read more

    $12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Wrigley Field

    100 Stories for 100 Years

    A collection of stories, photos, and memories for those who love the Chicago Cubs' legendary ballpark.Wrigley Field occupies a sacred space in the hearts of Cubs fans and in the soul of Wrigleyville. With contributions from those in the stands, on the field, and behind the scenes over the years—among them Bob Costas, Rick Sutcliffe, Ferguson Jenkins, Steve Stone, and many more—this informal oral ... Read more

    $12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Monumental Bali

    Introduction to Balinese Archaeology & Guide to the Monuments

    Monumental Bali describes a formative period in Balinese history through a study of the island's fascinating antiquities.This classic work provides the key to understanding Bali's most famous monuments, including the "Elephant Cave" near Ubud, the "Royal Tombs" at Gunung Kawi, and the spectacular "Mother Temple" at Besakih. A comprehensive Guide to the Monuments section contains:Detailed MapsSite ... Read more

    $14.39 USD

  • Architects of Little Rock

    1833–1950

    Architects of Little Rock provides biographical and historical sketches of the architects working in Little Rock from 1830 to 1950. Thirty-five architects are profiled, including George R. Mann, Thomas Harding, Charles L. Thompson, Max. F. Mayer, Edwin B. Cromwell, George H. Wittenberg, Lawson L. Delony, and others. Readers will learn who these influential professionals were, where they came from, ... Read more

    $25.19 USD

  • A History & Guide to the Monuments of Chickamauga National Military Park

    Series series Landmarks
    The Battle of Chickamauga was the most significant Union defeat in the western theater of the Civil War and the second-deadliest battle of the war behind only Gettysburg. Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park was established in 1890, the first of America's national military parks. Immediately after the battle, both Union and Confederate soldiers sought to honor those who gave their ... Read more

    $12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Toledo's Woodlawn Cemetery

    Series series Images of America
    Historic Woodlawn Cemetery and Arboretum, founded in 1876, has provided a final resting place for thousands of individuals. The story of the cemetery and arboretum provides an in-depth look at Toledo as it developed from a small port on the Great Lakes to a major manufacturing center during the first 50 years of the cemetery�s existence. Images of America: Toledo�s Woodlawn Cemetery presents the ... Read more

    $12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Manhattan Churches

    Series series Postcard History Series
    Manhattan Churches celebrates the wonderful diversity of churches in New York City's oldest borough. The book takes an in-depth look at a wide array of awe-inspiring structures, from Lower Manhattan and Midtown to the Upper East Side, Upper West Side, and Harlem. From Trinity Church and St. Patrick's Cathedral to the Little Church Around the Corner and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, the ... Read more

    $12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • LIFE Inside the Disney Parks

    The Happiest Places on Earth

    Walt Disney spent his life dreaming impossible dreams, and achieved the most impossible dream of all - the amusement park to end all amusement parks: Disneyland! ... Read more

    $6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Landmark Architecture of Palm Beach

    Palm Beach is a remarkably small town to be so famous; its population is only a little over 10,000. Nor is it an old town: the oldest extant building dates from about 1885, and the town itself was not incorporated until after 1900. What has granted Palm Beach its fame is the same combination of elements that made Bath famous in the 18th century: a very few clear-sighted men—they can be counted on ... Read more

    $16.19 USD