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| extended caves: Slovenia Rudolf Abraham, 2025-01-30 This new, thoroughly updated and significantly expanded third edition of Bradt’s Slovenia offers expert travel advice about this engaging European country. Slovenia has emerged as a serious year-round tourist destination that combines captivating city breaks in the capital Ljubljana with stellar outdoor activities in varied, wildlife-rich landscapes. Widely renowned as a world leader in green tourism and sustainable development, Slo-venia showcases many of Europe’s finest elements in an area roughly the size of Wales. Here you can walk amid Alpine mountains or lush valleys, visit glacial lakes and charming Adriatic coastal towns, or admire a rich tapestry of architectural styles while delving into the country’s captivating culture, diverse history or delicious cuisine. Ljubljana is a vibrant capital, so Bradt’s Slovenia provides intimate detail on where to stay and eat, what to see and do, and how to get around. But this guide will also inspire and inform wider explorations in this impressively varied and conveniently compact country. Here you can ski in the Alps in the morning, eat a late lunch with world-class chefs in the hilly hinterland then savour an Adriatic sunset with a glass of locally produce fine wine. In a country where half the land is protected, you can hike in the Juliana mountains, go wild swimming in Lake Bled (one of Europe’s finest glacial lakes), raft rivers in the Soca Valley, venture underground into UNESCO-listed caves such as Postojna and Škocjan, or relax in thermal spas. Foodies will revel in a rich culinary larder blending influences from neighbouring Austria, Croatia, Hungary and Italy, while remaining distinctively Slovenian. Vinophiles will enjoy touring local vineyards, discovering world-class wines only available locally. Alongside an extensive update that sheds new light on old favourites, this new, longer edition contains more maps, explores more diverse locations, identifies the best places to eat and stay, and offers greater focus on cycling and family travel, spas and health re-sorts, the growing foodie culture, ecotourism and wildlife watching. The upshot is that Bradt’s Slovenia serves as the perfect travelling companion to this compelling European destination. |
| extended caves: The Longest Cave Roger W. Brucker, Richard A. Watson, 1987-02-16 The dramatic story of several generations of cavers whose exciting and dangerous explorations in Kentucky's limestone labyrinths culminated in the big connection between the Flint Ridge Cave System and Mammoth Cave, forming the longest cave in the world. |
| extended caves: Ice Caves Aurel Persoiu, Stein-Erik Lauritzen, 2017-11-30 Ice Caves synthesizes the latest research on ice caves from around the world, bringing to light important information that was heretofore buried in various reports, journals, and archives largely outside the public view. Ice caves have become an increasingly important target for the scientific community in the past decade, as the paleoclimatic information they host offers invaluable information about both present-day and past climate conditions. Ice caves are caves that host perennial ice accumulations and are the least studied members of the cryosphere. They occur in places where peculiar cave morphology and climatic conditions combine to allow for ice to form and persist in otherwise adverse parts of the planet. The book is an informative reference for scientists interested in ice cave studies, climate scientists, geographers, glaciologists, microbiologists, and permafrost and karst scientists. - Covers various aspects of ice occurrence in caves, including cave climate, ice genesis and dynamics, and cave fauna - Features an overview of the paleoclimatic significance of ice caves - Includes over 100 color images of ice caves around the world |
| extended caves: Sacred Darkness Holley Moyes, 2012-04-15 Caves have been used in various ways across human society, but despite the persistence within popular culture of the iconic caveman, deep caves were never used primarily as habitation sites for early humans. Rather, in both ancient and contemporary contexts, caves have served primarily as ritual spaces. In Sacred Darkness, contributors use archaeological evidence as well as ethnographic studies of modern ritual practices to envision the cave as place of spiritual and ideological power that emerges as a potent venue for ritual practice. Covering the ritual use of caves in Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, Mesoamerica, and the US Southwest and Eastern woodlands, this book brings together case studies by prominent scholars whose research spans from the Paleolithic period to the present day. These contributions demonstrate that cave sites are as fruitful as surface contexts in promoting the understanding of both ancient and modern religious beliefs and practices. This state-of-the-art survey of ritual cave use will be one of the most valuable resources for understanding the role of caves in studies of religion, sacred landscape, or cosmology and a must-read for any archaeologist interested in caves. |
| extended caves: Encyclopedia of Caves William B. White, David C. Culver, Tanja Pipan, 2019-05-10 Encyclopedia of Caves, Third Edition, provides detailed background information to anyone with a serious interest in caves. This includes students, both undergraduate and graduate, in the earth, biological and environmental sciences, and consultants, environmental scientists, land managers and government agency staff whose work requires them to know something about caves and the biota that inhabit them. Caves touch on many scientific interests in geology, climate science, biology, hydrology, archaeology, and paleontology, as well as more popular interests in sport caving and cave exploration. Case studies and descriptions of specific caves selected for their special features and public interest are also included. This book will appeal to these audiences by providing in-depth essays written by expert authors chosen for their expertise in their assigned subject. - Features 14 new chapters and 13 completely rewritten chapters - Contains beautifully illustrated content, with more than 500 color images of cave life and features - Provides extensive bibliographies that allow readers to access their subject of interest in greater depth |
| extended caves: A Visual Guide to Rocks and Minerals Diana Malizia, 2017-12-15 By studying rocks, we can reconstruct the history of the earth. Even the most insignificant rocks can tell stories about other times because rocks have been around since the beginning of the universe. They provide clues about previous geological events and about what the earth's surface was like in the past. In addition, nearly all the modern products that surround us have elements provided by rocks and minerals, including aluminum cans, copper cables, and titanium spaceships. In this lavishly illustrated volume loaded with timelines, infographics, and diagrams, readers will find invaluable information about the language of rocks and will learn to identify the most important minerals, know their physical and chemical properties, and discover the environments in which they form. |
| extended caves: Cave and Karst Systems of Hungary Márton Veress, Szabolcs Leél-Őssy, 2022-08-01 This book describes Hungarian karst areas and Hungarian karst research results. The chapters present the general characteristics of karst areas, their geology, their paleokarst, their hydrology, their surface and subsurface morphology (more significant caves are classified according to karst areas and their morphology and development is described), ecology and flora and fauna. This book also includes a separate chapter which deals with the history of Hungarian karst and cave research. Another chapter deals with theories that were made during Hungarian karst researches. |
| extended caves: The Garden , 1891 |
| extended caves: Space Safety is No Accident Tommaso Sgobba, Isabelle Rongier, 2015-06-04 Includes the proceedings from the 7th IAASS Conference, Space Safety is No Accident, held in Friedrichshafen, Germany, in October 2014. The 7th IAASS Conference, “Space Safety is No Accident” is an invitation to reflect and exchange information on a number of topics in space safety and sustainability of national and international interest. The conference is also a forum to promote mutual understanding, trust and the widest possible international cooperation in such matters. The once exclusive “club” of nations with autonomous sub-orbital and orbital space access capabilities is becoming crowded with fresh and ambitious new entrants. New commercial spaceports are starting operations and others are being built. In the manned spaceflight arena a commercial market is becoming a tangible reality with suborbital spaceflights and government use of commercial services for cargo and crew transportation to orbit. Besides the national ambitions in space, the international cooperation both civil and commercial is also gaining momentum. In the meantime robotic space exploration will accelerate and with it the need to internationally better regulate the usage of nuclear power sources. Space-bound systems and aviation traffic will share more and more a crowded airspace, while aviation will increasingly rely on space-based safety-critical services. Finally, most nations own nowadays space assets, mainly satellites of various kinds and purposes, which are under the constant threat of collision with other spacecraft and with the ever increasing number of space debris. Awareness is increasing internationally (as solemnly declared since decades in space treaties) that space is a mankind asset and that we all have the duty of caring for it. Without proactive and courageous international initiatives to organize space, we risk to negate access and use of space to future generations. |
| extended caves: Ajanta: History and Development, Volume 2 Arguments about Ajanta Walter Spink, 2018-11-12 Volume Two begins with writings by some of the most important critics of Walter Spink's conclusions, interspersed with his own responses, using a thorough analysis of the great Cave 26 to support his assertions. The author then turns to matters of patronage, and to the surprising fact that, unlike most other Buddhist sites, Ajanta was purely elitist, developed by less than a dozen major patrons. Its brief heyday traumatically ended, however, with the death of the great emperor Harisena in about 477, creating political chaos. Ajanta's anxious patrons now joined in a headlong rush to get their shrines dedicated, in order to obtain the expected merit, before they fled the region, abandoning their caves to the monks and local devotees remaining at the now-doomed site. These intrusive new patrons now filled the caves with their own helter-skelter votive offerings, paying no heed to the well-laid plans of the years before. A similar pattern of patronage is to be found in the redecoration of the earlier Hinayana caves, where the careful planning of the work being done during Harisena's reign is suddenly interrupted by a host of individual votive donations. The volume ends with a new and useful editing of Ajanta inscriptions by Richard S. Cohen. |
| extended caves: Cave System Safety Sierra Layne, AI, 2025-02-19 Cave System Safety offers critical insights into the challenges of navigating and surviving in subterranean environments, blending adventure with earth sciences. It emphasizes proactive risk assessment, highlighting the need to understand and mitigate potential cave hazards. Did you know that air quality can drastically vary within cave systems, with some areas dangerously depleted of oxygen? Or that seemingly stable rock formations might pose collapse risks? The book uniquely emphasizes practical application, making complex information accessible to cavers of all levels. It thoroughly examines air quality assessment, structural hazards, and orientation methods, addressing how to navigate complex cave networks while using both traditional and modern techniques. Drawing upon decades of speleological research and incident reports, it progresses logically from geology and atmospheric science to emergency preparedness and rescue techniques. Cave System Safety provides essential guidelines for explorers, researchers, and emergency personnel. It consolidates existing knowledge, presenting it in a clear, concise manner. By incorporating real-world examples and case studies, the book aims to equip readers with the knowledge needed to minimize accidents and maximize survival chances in the fascinating, yet perilous, world beneath our feet. |
| extended caves: A Call to Prayer M. Jules Bevans, 2014-02-28 Ricin! Drones! Al Qaeda! Suicide bombers! The stuff in today's headlines is accented in this character driven thriller. A Call to Prayer concerns a teacher of English in a private boys school in Istanbul, Mehmet,who has a long-standing association to a terrorist, Ali Bin Shah ram. Turkish intelligence and the CIA force him into becoming a double agent. His handler, Josie, teaches him the craft of spying and in the process he teaches her the lessons of love. But when it comes down to it who will Mehmet betray, his friend or the woman he has come to care for? From the cobblestoned streets of Istanbul to the back alleys of Athens and Cairo, to the safe houses in Yemen; from terrorist plots aimed at the Paris metro, the American Embassy in Madrid and New York's Waldorf-Astoria hotel, this page never lets up and fails to let you down |
| extended caves: Caves of China Amelia Khatri, AI, 2025-02-12 Caves of China unveils the hidden wonders of China's subterranean landscapes, exploring their geological origins and profound cultural significance. The book highlights the intricate karst landscapes shaped by millions of years of erosion, particularly in regions like Guilin, where dissolving rainwater has sculpted elaborate cave systems. It also delves into the rich history of human interaction with these caves, showcased through stunning Buddhist cave art found in places like the Mogao and Longmen Grottoes. The book examines how these caves served as both natural shelters and canvases for artistic expression, revealing a unique intersection of nature and culture. Beginning with an introduction to cave formation, it then transitions to the history of Buddhist art within the caves, tracing its origins and evolution in China. Finally, it explores the use of caves as settlements and defensive structures, concluding with a discussion on modern conservation efforts. This approach offers a holistic view of Chinese caves, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in travel, history, or the preservation of cultural heritage. |
| extended caves: "Vestige and the Skies of Cmaj." Joseth Moore, 2021-03-31 It is a distant future. A generational spaceship becomes a world unto itself. To Maintenance Technician Tyra Housenn and her generation, it’s all they’ve known. Tech Housenn and her search team find an ancient signal on the Ship; an alarm that has existential implications for the colony! How the crew of starship Vestige handles the fuel crisis and the colony’s 2.5 million citizens will be vital to how they approach planet cMaj... Twenty years later, after the colony is unexpectedly forced to settle on cMaj, all is not well among the humans! The colonial Tribe has broken up into three separate Clans. Now, Tyra’s daughter, Miriana, has taken up the mantel of Councilor! Things are very different with Miriana’s generation from her mother’s. For humans are in a political competition to build flying air machines. But they are not the only ones in the skies of cMaj! |
| extended caves: William Tell Jean-Pierre Claris “de” Florian, 1830 |
| extended caves: William Tell, or, The patriot of Switzerland. By Florian. And Hofer, the Tyrolese, by the author of Claudine, &c. i.e. Marie Elizabeth Budden. New edition Jean Pierre CLARIS DE FLORIAN, 1837 |
| extended caves: William Tell, Or the Patriot of Switzerland, Etc Jean Pierre CLARIS DE FLORIAN, 1829 |
| extended caves: Foreign Travellers in the Slovene Karst Trevor R. Shaw, 2008-01-01 |
| extended caves: Foreign travellers in the Slovene karst (1537–1900) Trevor R. Shaw, 2000-01-01 Glavni namen knjige je, da bi z njo postali dostopni izvirni opisi slovenskih jam in kraških značilnosti, kakor so jih doživeli in zabeležili popotniki po slovenskem Krasu v nekaj preteklih stoletjih. V knjigi so zbrani (in mnogi tudi v obliki faksimila objavljeni) opisi 89 popotnikov. Ti opisi, objavljeni večinoma v malo znanih publikacijah znanstvenih poročil, nekateri pa tudi na novo odkriti v rokopisnih zbirkah, niso zanimivi zgolj za zgodovino raziskovanja in poznavanja krasa, temveč so obenem bogat vir za slovensko zgodovino nasploh, in še posebej za lokalno zgodovino ter zgodovino posameznih panog tedanjega gospodarstva (npr. promet in komunikacije), pa tudi za etnografsko podobo Krasa v preteklih stoletjih. |
| extended caves: Karst Geohazards Barry F. Beck, 2018-12-19 Geologists and geographers study how to develop how and where karst develops and how sinkholes form, but engineers must use this information to develop karst terrane. Over the past ten years, these multidisciplinary conferences on the applied aspects of karst hydrogeology and engineering have been successful in bringing together engineers, geologists, other scientists and government regulators who must safely establish human infrastructure on karst terrane whilst protecting the environment. The essences of these conferences has always been communciation between geologists and engineers with an emplasis on practical applications and case studies. This text contains the proceedings of the fifth conference on karst geohazards. It presents 65 papers that cover topics such as: groundwater contamination through sinkholes and the karst surface; stormwater drainage and flooding problems; and foundation considerations and improvements in karst. |
| extended caves: Mountains, Revised Edition Peter Aleshire, 2019-06-01 This eBook takes readers on a globe-spanning tour of dramatic mountain formations, from block mountains to volcanic sea mountains to high-altitude-landform sky islands. The direct text invites attention to the complexity of these peaks, their changing nature, and related environmental issues. Enhanced with resources for further investigation, Mountains, Revised Edition also includes a collection of vivid photographs and line illustrations. |
| extended caves: Specifications and Drawings of Patents Issued from the United States Patent Office United States. Patent Office, 1907 |
| extended caves: Encyclopedia of Caves and Karst Science John Gunn, 2004-08-02 The Encyclopedia of Caves and Karst Science contains 350 alphabetically arranged entries. The topics include cave and karst geoscience, cave archaeology and human use of caves, art in caves, hydrology and groundwater, cave and karst history, and conservation and management. The Encyclopedia is extensively illustrated with photographs, maps, diagrams, and tables, and has thematic content lists and a comprehensive index to facilitate searching and browsing. |
| extended caves: Exercises in Architecture Simon Unwin, 2022-08-01 This revised edition of Exercises in Architecture: Learning to Think as an Architect is full of new content, building on the success of the previous edition. All the original exercises have been revised and new ones added, with the format changing to allow the inclusion of more supplementary material. The aim remains the same, to help pre- or early-course architecture students begin and develop their ability to think as architects. Learning to do architecture is tricky. It involves awakening abilities that remain dormant in most people. It is like learning language for the first time; a task made more mystifying by the fact that architecture deals not in words but in places: places to stand, to walk, to sit, to hide, to sleep, to cook, to eat, to work, to play, to worship... This book was written for those who want to be architects. It suggests a basis for early experiences in a school of architecture; but it could also be used in secondary schools and colleges, or as self-directed preparation for students in the months before entering professional education. Exercises in Architecture builds on and supplements the methodology for architectural analysis presented in the author’s previous book Analysing Architecture: the Universal Language of Place-Making (fifth edition, 2021) and demonstrated in his Twenty-Five Buildings Every Architect Should Understand (Routledge, 2015). Together, the three books, deal with the three aspects of learning any creative discipline: 1. Analysing Architecture provides a methodology for analysis that develops an understanding of the way architecture works; 2. Twenty-Five Buildings explores and extends that methodology through analysis of examples as case studies; and 3. Exercises in Architecture offers a way of expanding understanding and developing fluency by following a range of rudimentary and more sophisticated exercises. Those who wish to become professional architects (wherever in the world they might be) must make a conscious effort to learn the universal language of architecture as place-making, to explore its powers and how they might be used. The exercises in this book are designed to help. |
| extended caves: Microbial Life of Cave Systems Annette Summers Engel, 2015-10-16 The earth's subsurface contains abundant and active microbial biomass, living in water, occupying pore space, and colonizing mineral and rock surfaces. Caves are one type of subsurface habitat, being natural, solutionally- or collapse-enlarged openings in rock. Within the past 30 years, there has been an increase in the number of microbiology studies from cave environments to understand cave ecology, cave geology, and even the origins of life. By emphasizing the microbial life of caves, and the ecological processes and geological consequences attributed to microbes, this book provides the first authoritative and comprehensive account of the microbial life of caves for students, professionals, and general readers. |
| extended caves: Cave Safety Basics Brook Clearwater, AI, 2025-02-19 Cave Safety Basics is an essential guide for anyone venturing into the underground world, blending adventure with earth sciences. It emphasizes the critical importance of hazard identification and risk management in the unique environment of caves, where conditions like unpredictable terrain and limited visibility pose significant challenges. The book highlights that cave rescue operations can be exceptionally challenging, making preventative safety measures paramount. This book takes a practical approach, starting with cave formation and environmental considerations before moving into equipment selection, rope work, and communication techniques. It then culminates in a detailed look at emergency procedures, search and rescue protocols, and first aid specific to cave environments. Did you know caves have evolved from early human shelters to scientific expeditions? The volume uses real-world scenarios and case studies to illustrate key principles. The book's value lies in its holistic approach, making safety an integral part of enjoyable cave exploration. It provides clear guidance for beginner and intermediate cavers, as well as search and rescue personnel, ensuring they can navigate, explore, and respond effectively in emergencies. By balancing theoretical knowledge with practical application, Cave Safety Basics empowers readers to become responsible and safe explorers of the subterranean realm. |
| extended caves: The Caves of Qumran Marcello Fidanzio, 2016-11-01 In Qumran studies, the attention of scholars has largely been focused on the Dead Sea Scrolls, while archaeology has concentrated above all on the settlement. This volume presents the proceedings of an international conference (Lugano 2014) dedicated entirely to the caves of Qumran. The papers deal with both archaeological and textual issues, comparing the caves in the vicinity of Qumran between themselves and their contents with the other finds in the Dead Sea region. The relationships between the caves and the settlement of Qumran are re-examined and their connections with the regional context are investigated. The original inventory of the materials excavated from the caves by Roland de Vaux is published for the first time in appendix to the volume. |
| extended caves: Glaciokarsts Márton Veress, Tamás Telbisz, Gábor Tóth, Dénes Lóczy, Dmitry A. Ruban, Jaroslav M. Gutak, 2018-09-04 This book discusses the theoretical and practical issues of glaciokarsts. After a research history, a general description of glaciokarsts is provided. Thereafter, the glacial erosion on karst, the karstic features of glaciokarsts, the development of these features, the karstic zones of glaciokarsts, surface development of glaciokarsts, case studies on glaciokarsts and an overview of the glaciokarsts of the Earth are presented. |
| extended caves: Bowhill Stuart R Blaylock, 2013-04-15 Bowhill is an important late medieval house near Exeter. This monograph demonstrates how examination of its historical development and the material of its contruction were used to deepen understanding about it and to inform a repair programme. |
| extended caves: The Climate of the Mediterranean Region P. Lionello, 2012-04-19 The Mediterranean region contains a diverse and interesting climate ranging from areas with permanent glaciers to areas of subtropical, semiarid regions. The region is potentially sensitive to climate change and its progress has environmental, social, and economic implications within and beyond the region. Produced by the Mediterranean Climate Variability and Predictability Research Networking Project, this book reviews the evolution of the Mediterranean climate over the past two millennia with projections further into the twenty-first century as well as examining in detail various aspects of the Mediterranean region's climate including evolution, atmospheric variables, and oceanic and land elements. Integrated with this, the book also considers the social and economic problems or vulnerabilities associated with the region. Written and reviewed by multiple researchers to ensure a high level of information presented clearly, Mediterranean Climate Variables will be an invaluable source of information for geologists, oceanographers, and anyone interested in learning more about the Mediterranean climate. Written by leading experts in the field Presents clear, compelling, and concise evidence Includes the latest thinking in Mediterranean climate research |
| extended caves: Into Oblivion Jeff R. Smith, 2011-10-31 It’s 2035 and people are frightened. Soon, mankind won’t be able to live on earth for a good 200 years and only a handful of countries are building spacecraft to save those few lucky enough to have a seat. Randal Wagner tells his story from leaving his home on earth, to surviving in a world where mankind is on the hours devours list. Have others been here before his arrival? If so, who were they and where are they now? Je |
| extended caves: Two Lectures; the First on Geology, the Second on Geognosy William Beal, 1826 |
| extended caves: Caves and Karst of the Greenbrier Valley in West Virginia William B. White, 2017-11-20 The focus of this book is on the more than 2000 caves of the Greenbrier Valley of West Virginia of which the 14 with lengths greater than 10 km have an aggregate length of 639 km. The major caves form the core part of sub-basins which drain to big springs and ultimately to the Greenbrier River. Individual chapters of this book describe each of the major caves and its associated drainage basin. The caves are formed in the Mississippian Greenbrier Limestone in a setting of undulating gentle folds. Fractures, lineaments and confining layers within the limestone are the main controlling factors. The caves underlie an extensive sinkhole plain which may relate to a major erosion surface. The caves are habitat for both aquatic and terrestrial organisms which are cataloged and described as are the paleontological remains found in some of the caves. The sinkhole plain of the Greenbrier karst and the underlying complex of cave systems are the end result of at least a ten million year history of landscape evolution which can be traced through the evolving sequence of cave passages and which is described in this book. |
| extended caves: Australian Caves and Karst Systems John Webb, Susan White, Garry K. Smith, 2023-08-31 This book, part of the series Cave and Karst Systems of the World, begins with a review of the interaction between people and caves in Australia (including conservation), followed by descriptions of the spectacular cave diving sites, before comprehensively covering all the major carbonate and noncarbonate karst areas, subdivided by rock type and region, and including the origin of the caves. This is followed by broad overviews of cave minerals and speleothems, cave biology and cave fossils. Each section was written by one or more specialists in the topic and is illustrated by clear diagrams and superb colour photos. The book emphasises the unique aspects of the Australian karst, including the variability in the age of the caves (very old to very young) and the impact of isolation on the stygofauna, as well as the vertebrate fossils preserved in the caves. Written in an easy-to-read style, the book is a primary reference guide to Australian karst and represents a valuable asset for anyone interested in the topic, not only cavers and academics. |
| extended caves: Mystical Places and Marvelous Meals Sara Nieves-Grafals, Al Getz, 2005-12 Travel adventures and tasty food go hand in hand. Mystical Places and Marvelous Meals: A Travel Cookbook, explores ancient settlements, searches for legendary beasts, and dispels travel myths while sampling local delicacies. Visit little known funerary structures 1,900 years older than the Egyptian pyramids. Enter a chapel lined with the bones of 5,000 monks. Find out whether sex and death are mutually exclusive. Do bullfights mean blood and gore? Does roadside food have to taste like plastic? Authors Sara Nieves-Grafals and Al Getz-a husband and wife team of mental health professionals turned travel/cookbook writers-take us on over twenty years of journeys peppered with history, geography, folklore, cross-cultural psychology, foreign languages, architecture, mythology, archaeology, and gastronomy. Seventy-five recipes from their Washington, D.C. home kitchen transport us to different destinations. Sara Nieves-Grafals, a polyglot clinical psychologist from Puerto Rico, dances flamenco in her spare time. She lectures about mental health issues and has a psychotherapy practice. Al Getz, originally from New Jersey, retired as a public health analyst. He has edited scientific publications, builds cabinets, designs kitchens, and dabbles in photography, classical music and painting. Together they journey through life, traveling, learning, and cooking. Recommended for People who travel with a map in one hand and a knife and fork in the other... [to] cool locations where their whimsy takes them. -Washington Post 2/5/06: |
| extended caves: The Mixtecs of Oaxaca Ronald Spores, Andrew K. Balkansky, 2013-08-15 The Mixtec peoples were among the major original developers of Mesoamerican civilization. Centuries before the Spanish Conquest, they formed literate urban states and maintained a uniquely innovative technology and a flourishing economy. Today, thousands of Mixtecs still live in Oaxaca, in present-day southern Mexico, and thousands more have migrated to locations throughout Mexico, the United States, and Canada. In this comprehensive survey, Ronald Spores and Andrew K. Balkansky—both preeminent scholars of Mixtec civilization—synthesize a wealth of archaeological, historical, and ethnographic data to trace the emergence and evolution of Mixtec civilization from the time of earliest human occupation to the present. The Mixtec region has been the focus of much recent archaeological and ethnohistorical activity. In this volume, Spores and Balkansky incorporate the latest available research to show that the Mixtecs, along with their neighbors the Valley and Sierra Zapotec, constitute one of the world’s most impressive civilizations, antecedent to—and equivalent to—those of the better-known Maya and Aztec. Employing what they refer to as a “convergent methodology,” the authors combine techniques and results of archaeology, ethnohistory, linguistics, biological anthropology, ethnology, and participant observation to offer abundant new insights on the Mixtecs’ multiple transformations over three millennia. |
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| extended caves: Beyond Mammoth Cave James D. Borden, Roger W. Brucker, 2000-11-20 The big cave sucked us in, write Borden and Brucker, and so begins their account (told in alternating first-person chapters) of the roles they played in extending Kentucky's Mammoth Cave from 144 miles in 1972 to over 300 miles in 1983. Generously illustrated with drawings and maps, their tale is both a history of spelunking and an underground adventure--for the non-claustrophobic--complete with competitive rivalries and physical peril. A sequel to The longest cave, by Brucker and Richard Watson (1973). Annotation copyrighted by Book News Inc., Portland, OR |
| extended caves: Human origin sites and the World Heritage Convention in Eurasia Sanz, Nuria (UNESCO), 2015-09-07 |
| extended caves: Mammoth Cave Horton H. Hobbs III, Rickard A Olson, Elizabeth G Winkler, David C. Culver, 2017-06-14 This book reveals the science and beauty of Mammoth Cave, the world's longest cave, which has played an important role in the natural sciences. It offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary treatment of the cave, combining insights from leading experts in fields ranging from archeology and cultural history to life science and geosciences. The first animals specialized for cave life in North America, including beetles, spiders, crayfish, and fish, were discovered in Mammoth Cave in the 1840s. It has also been used and explored by humans, including Native Americans, who mined its sulfate minerals and later African-American slaves, who made a map of the cave. More recent stories include 'wars' between commercial cave owners, epic exploration trips by modern cave explorers, and of course tourism. The first section of the book is an extensive description including maps and photos of the cave, its basic structural pattern, and how it relates to the surface landscape. The second section covers the human history of utilization and exploration of the cave, including mining, tourism, and medical experiments. Cave science is the topic of the third section, including geology, hydrology, mineralogy, climatology, paleontology, ecology, biodiversity, and microbiology. The fourth section looks to the future, with an overview of environmental issues facing Mammoth Cave managers. The book is intended for anyone interested in caves in general and Mammoth Cave in particular, experts in one discipline seeking information about other areas, and researchers and students interested in the many avenues of pursuit possible in Mammoth Cave. |
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