Nicola Barber Bücher

Naast de geschiedenis van Rome wordt o.a. aandacht besteed aan het onderwijs, musea, huizen, handel en industrie en misdaad. Met vele kleurenfoto's. Vanaf ca. 11 jaar.

"Eine Narbe auf dem Gewissen der Welt“ nannte Tony Blair Afrika einmal. Wenige schwarzafrikanische Staaten wurden nach dem Ende der Kolonialzeit stabile, friedliche Nationen. Viele versanken in einem Chaos aus Gewalt und Misswirtschaft. Dieses Sachbuch stellt mit einzelnen Länderporträts die politische Entwicklung der zentralafrikanischen Staaten seit ihrer Unabhängigkeit vor. So verstehen Jugendliche z. B. wie es zum Völkermord in Ruanda kam und warum der Kongo heute eine Krisenregion ist. Eine Kurzfassung der Geschichte Afrikas stellt den historischen Kontext her. Leicht verständliche Infotexte, Farbfotos, Zeitleisten und Biographien schaffen ein fundiertes Verständnis für die aktuellen Situation in den einzelnen Staaten, ihre komplexen Ursachen und die Zukunftschancen Zentralafrikas.

Lebendige Illustrationen und detailgenaue Abbildungen vermitteln ein eindrucksvolles Bild. Farbige Aufdeckfolien gewähren spannende Einblicke. Das Register hilft beim Suchen von Begriffen.

Tudor Life examines how the Tudors shaped the history of Britain, by looking at themes in ordinary life: clothes, work, homes and entertainment.

Why was the First World War so devastating, and how had Europe become so divided into armed camps? How did it affect people on both sides of the conflict, and why are its consequences still felt today? This book seeks to relate the overall events and chronology of the war and show its impact on everyday lives.

Exploring the unique architecture of waterside homes, this book showcases residences beside, over, or on water in cities like Venice and Hong Kong, as well as locations in the Andes. It features detailed photography that highlights the construction and interiors of these homes. Additionally, it addresses the challenges faced by communities living near water, including flooding, erosion, and pollution. A world map is included to identify the featured cities and countries, enhancing the reader's understanding of this fascinating living environment.

Exploring various island homes, this book showcases the architectural diversity from large islands like Japan to smaller ones like Cebu in the Philippines. It features detailed photography of different housing styles, including concrete structures and stilt houses with thatched roofs. Additionally, it delves into the unique challenges island residents face, such as extreme weather, natural disasters, and rising sea levels, while also covering aspects of work, education, and transportation. A world map highlights the locations discussed.

Exploring life in mountainous regions, this book showcases unique homes constructed from logs, carved rock, and mud bricks, complemented by detailed photography. It delves into the challenges residents face, including transportation, work, and schooling at high altitudes, as well as the impact of extreme weather events like avalanches and earthquakes. Additionally, a world map highlights the cities and countries discussed, providing a broader context for these remote lifestyles.