Viking-Age Norse people were responsible for the discovery and permanent settlement of the Faroes, Iceland, and Greenland and for the discovery and temporary settlement of North America, at L’Anse aux Meadows in Newfoundland. This volume offers a wide-ranging collection of new articles on the literary and archaeological sources for these early Norse achievements in the lands of the North Atlantic; it also profiles the current state of research in the subject area. The articles are by accomplished scholars from Britain, Canada, Denmark, Iceland, Ireland, and the USA.

Language: English
Pages: 238
Illustrations: 15 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 10“ x 6 1/2“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: None
Edition:
Weight: 0.75
ISBN: 997991114X
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Index. Bibl.


Code: 5446
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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At the end of May 1916 a chance encounter with Admiral Hipper`s battlecruisers enabled Beatty to lead the German Battle Fleet into the jaws of Jellicoe`s greatly superior force - At this Battle of Jutland the German Fleet suffered so much damage that it made no further attempt to challenge the Grand Fleet. Captain Bennet has used sources previously unavailable to historians in his reconstruction of this controversial battle. The book contains numerous battle plans and photographs of the battle.

Language: English
Pages: 208
Illustrations: 34 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 8 1/2“ x 5 1/2“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: None
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Weight: 0.50
ISBN: 1840222042
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl. Index.


Code: 5332
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Presenting the newly discovered letters of correspondence between the royal monarchs of Russia and Sweden, Catherine II (1729-96) and Gustave III (1746-92) is historically monumental as these letters reveal previously unknown details about the crisis in Europe that followed the French Revolution. It is also noteworthy because of the striking differences between these two monarchs, ranging from their varying interests, age, and degree of power. Also, though Gustave III did not fulfill his wishes, these letters attest to the strength of his argument that has been overshadowed by his eventual defeat. 184 mostly unedited letters are presented here, organized by subjects such as family, travel, the war, the European crisis, and their more secretive, private letters.

Language: French
Pages: 362
Illustrations: 17 Color Illustrations. 8 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 9 1/2“ x 6“
Binding: Hardbound w/ jacket
Subcategory: None
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Weight: 2.25
ISBN: 9171005654
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Index.


Code: 3770
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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As Financial Advisor to China, Arthur N. Young had an intimate insight as an on-the-spot observer of events during the critical 18 years leading to the fall of the Nationalists and the Communist takeover. Along with Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, Dr. Young worked closely with the highest-ranking officials of the National Government in carrying out monetary and fiscal reforms prior to World War II, and stayed through the war to aid with problems of war finance, including procurement of American aid. As the Pacific Rim gains increasing international prominence, this book will prove to be of particular importance to students, scholars, business and political leaders with an interest in Asian affairs.

Language: English
Pages: 316
Illustrations: 2 Color Illustrations.
Size: 9 1/2“ x 6“
Binding: Clothbound with Jacket
Subcategory: None
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Weight: 2.00
ISBN: 934797137
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Index. Bibl.


Code: 5510
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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The queens of Denmark have included a number of distinctive personalities, queens whose characters and whose fates have become significant features of Danish history. Because historical research has virtually ignored these women, the Koldinghus Museum has chosen to focus attention on Danish queens from the Viking period up to the Renaissance. With numerous illustrative artifacts, this exhibition emphasizes contemporary historical perceptions and the public presentation of these queens in the light of subsequent National Romantic attitudes. Includes a complete list of queens from the beginning of 900 until today and their lifespans in addition to a list of who they were married to and when.

Language: Danish/ English & German Summaries
Pages: 92
Illustrations: 39 Color Illustrations. 7 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 12“ x 8 1/2“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: None
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Weight: 1.50
ISBN: 8787152452
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Location of Exhibition: Exh. Cat.: Museet på Koldinghus, Denmark, 2000
Miscellaneous: Bibl. Cat. of exh.


Code: 4331
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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This books describes the entire span of history of the Danish West Indies from 1666 onward, including its native Indian history, its discovery by Columbus, its colonization by Denmark, and its present history. Once a slave market, today it is a place of beautiful beaches, coral reefs and vibrant folk life.

Language: Danish
Pages: 213
Illustrations: 54 Color Illustrations. 15 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 9 1/2“ x 6“
Binding: Hardbound
Subcategory: None
Edition:
Weight: 1.50
ISBN: 8714205297
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Index. Bibl.


Code: 4809
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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Language: Danish
Pages: 243
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Size: 8 1/2“ x 5 1/2“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: None
Edition:
Weight: 1.00
ISBN: 8778017599
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bio.


Code: 6640
Condition: Not in perfect condition
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This book explores the Romantic period in Denmark and Norway and the development of their industrial revolution. A look at the European scene of that time and the technological optimism that was buzzing, as well as fundamental changes that occured culturally, economically and with the advances of modern machines in the factory. Denmark-Norway became pioneers of technical and economic relations in Europe. 24 chapters address the history of modern technology, especially as they developed in these Northern countries, and how it has influenced our lifestyle today.

Language: Danish
Pages: 874
Illustrations: 38 Color Illustrations. 292 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 10 1/2“ x 8“
Binding: Hardbound w/ Jacket
Subcategory: None
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Weight: 5.50
ISBN: 8700286443
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bio.


Code: 4812
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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A richly illustrated text that examines why 300,000 Danes left their country between 1840 and 1914, what they found in America, and such topics as settlement of the prairies, the work of social reporter Jacob A. Riis, and cultural clashes.

Language: English
Pages: 142
Illustrations: 18 Color Illustrations. 161 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 10 1/2“ x 8“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: None
Edition:
Weight: 1.25
ISBN: 8787334119
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl.


Code: 1617
Condition: Not in perfect condition
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Interesting portrait of an era (1813-1882) as the title says of captain H.A. Raupach’s life and family. Illustrated extensively with fascinating pencil drawings by H.A.Raupach.

Language: Danish/ English
Pages: 121
Illustrations: 69 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 10“ x 6 1/2“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: None
Edition:
Weight: 1.00
ISBN: 87526980
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Index.


Code: 4018
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

Price: $19.50

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