Larger in area than the United States & Europe combined, Siberia is a land of extremes, not merely in terms of climate & expanse, but in the many kinds of lives its population has led over the course of four centuries. Janet M. Hartley explores the history of this vast Russian wastel&--whose very name is a common euphemism for remote bleakness & exile--through the lives of the people who settled there, either willingly, desperately, or as prisoners condemned to exile or forced labor in mines or the gulag. From the Cossack adventurers` first incursions into ” Sibir” in the late sixteenth century to the exiled criminals & political prisoners of the Soviet era to present-day impoverished Russians & entrepreneurs seeking opportunities in the oil-rich north, Hartley`s comprehensive history offers a vibrant, profoundly human account of Siberia`s development. One of the world`s most inhospitable regions is humanized through personal narratives & colorful case studies as ordinary--and extraordinary--everyday life in ”the nothingness” is presented in rich & fascinating detail. ...

The husky, like all dogs, is descended from the wolf. Huskies are used for pulling sleds as a form of transport & in the sport of sled pulling
- a sport which is gaining in popularity, with large international competitions being held. Learn more about this amazing animal with Living Nature! Each toy comes with a hang tag of interesting facts!
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It's September 1939. The Second World War has begun. Even as the fighting rages in Pol&, Stalin's long time obsession with the missing treasure of Tsar Nicholas II is rekindled. An informant claims to have information about the whereabouts of the man entrusted by the Tsar with hiding his gold. As the news of the informant reaches Stalin, however, the man is knifed to death. Stalin summons Pekkala to the Kremlin & orders him to solve the murder. To accomplish his mission, he must return to Borodok, the notorious Gulag where he himself spent many years as a prisoner. There, he must pose as a inmate in order to unravel the mystery.. . As he returns to the nightmares of his past, is this a mission too far for the great Pekkala? ...

The gastronomic culture of Sicily captured in 80 recipes. It isn t just another cookbook: It offers an authentic insight into ...

With over ninety classic recipes for appetizers, main courses, & desserts, this cookbook takes readers on a culinary tour of Sicily. From urban cuisine to traditional folk meals & the home cooking of the countryside, each dish becomes an excuse to explore Sicily s gastronomic heritage, & to share stories of its life, people, & places. Whether delectable arancini (rice balls), baked stuffed sardines, or cassata, each recipe is organised according to Sicily s regions, & accompanied by a detailed section of wine pairings for each meal. Additional sections with information on olive oil & local products round out the cookbook making it a must-have addition to any home chef s library. ...

If there is one book that belongs on the shelf of food lovers, it is ” Sicilian Food” by Mary Taylor Simeti. This book is a classic, the definitive work on Sicilian cooking & it is full of authentic, hard to find recipes gleaned from the author`s friends, family & acquaintances on the island itself. Originally published in 1989 under the title ” Pomp & Sustenance: Twenty Five Centuries of Sicilian Food” & then unavailable for almost ten years, Mary Taylor Simeti`s affectionate, exhaustive work has come to be recognized as the definitive book on the food, traditions & recipes of this sun-drenched isl&. The author, an American married to a Sicilian, set out to discover Sicilian food first h&. She haunted former convents & palaces where Palermo`s libraries have been maintained. She tested each ancient recipe herself & updated the methods. Her directions are clear & easy to follow. The book is organized so that the material reflects both the external influences of a series of conquerors, & the domestic changes brought about by peasant, clergy & aristocrat alike. Her chapter titles hint at the enticing discoveries waiting for the reader & the recipes reflect the chapter titles. There are recipes using the vegetable abundance of the Sicilian landscape, for ice cream or granita, &, yes there are recipes for Virgins Breasts & Chancellor`s Buttocks. The book contains more than a hundred illustrations from Sicilian archives & museums & the text"es freely from Homer, Plato, Apicius, Lampedusa, & Pirandello. Simeti`s prose is so descriptive that to read it is to be in Sicily. ...

Sicilians love seafood & seasonal produce. Sicilian Seafood Cooking is an intriguing compendium of 120 unusual traditional recipes for seafood & its accompaniments, including a great variety of first & second-course dishes, food for feasts, special sauces, & delicious vegetables. A lively, authoritative book, it celebrates the great diversity of Sicilian food, which is intensely regional. ...

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Sicily in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

Sicilyin the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...