PressPass The Arctic. Modern Guidebook

This guide provides up-to-date information on specially protected natural areas (SPNA) of the Russian Far East, including full details on the climate, geographical features, flora, and fauna of conservation areas. The guide devotes particular attention to tourist routes, with in-depth descriptions, as well as seasonal accessibility of the area, its key infrastructure, contact information, and maps and photographs of the specially protected natural areas (SPNA). It is intended for anyone who is interested in the nature of the Russian Far East or is planning a trip to one of its regions

A trip to Norilsk and Taimyr is an all-inclusive adventure: Here you will find a major industrial center with unique manufacturing facilities and a fascinating land of untouched nature. It is a place where tragic periods of history gave way to brighter ones thanks to the energy and effort of the people who built and developed this city atop permafrost in different eras and continue to do so today. The culture of Taimyr's indigenous peoples and the habitats of amazing animals are carefully preserved here, and visitors are welcome to get to know them better • We strive to ensure that our guidebook reveals all facets of traveling to the region and provides as much information as possible about historical and ethnographic sites, industrial and ecotourism, walking and bus tours, hotels and restaurants

Trans-Baikal Territory is one of Russia's most interesting and astonishing regions. The immense steppes east of Lake Baikal were settled 30,000 years ago. Transbaikal Territory has witnessed the rise and fall of many civilisations, including Genghis Khan's Mongol empire - the largest empire in history. The great conqueror was born not far from Chita, in the Onon River valley. These lands were later explored by Russian Cossacks, who founded the first large settlements and forts. Trans-Baikal Territory is also home to the Buryats, its native inhabitants. Agin-Buryat district was previously a separate federal subject of the Russian Federation. The nature of the Trans-Baikal Territory is amazing, with endless grasslands and intermittent lakes in the south and glaciated mountain peaks and wild whitewater rivers in the north

This book celebrates the Arctic, exploring the natural history that has so inspired generations • Early travellers to the Arctic brought back tales of amazing creatures and of the endurance required of visitors, the Arctic becoming a land of inspiration and imagination. Adventurers test themselves against it. Its wildlife still amazes – when film and television show Earth’s natural wonders it is always the polar regions that draw the biggest audiences. But today the Arctic is in retreat. Humanity’s relentless exploitation of the Earth’s resources in the pursuit of progress has, it seems, altered the climate and threatens the ice and ice-living organisms. It is a cliche that the loss of a species diminishes us, but it is true nonetheless. Even to people who have never seen a Polar Bear its loss will be immeasurable as the bear is iconic, both defining and reflecting the Arctic

An ancestry test suggesting she shared some DNA with the Sami people, the indigenous inhabitants of the Arctic tundra, tapped into Laura Galloway’s wanderlust; an affair with a Sami reindeer herder ultimately led her to leave New York for the tiny town of Kautokeino, Norway. When her new boyfriend left her unexpectedly after six months, it would have been easy, and perhaps prudent, to return home. But she stayed for six years • Dalvi is the story of Laura’s time in a reindeer-herding village in the Arctic, forging a solitary existence as she struggled to learn the language and make her way in a remote community for which there were no guidebooks or manuals for how to fit in. Her time in the North opened her to a new world. And it brought something else as well: reconciliation and peace with the traumatic events that had previously defined her – the sudden death of her mother when she was three, a difficult childhood and her lifelong search for connection and a sense of home

A stunning graphic-novel adaptation of the megaselling Artemis Fowl: The Arctic Incident • Adapted by Eoin Colfer and Andrew Donkin. Art by Giovanni Rigano and colour by Paolo Lamanna • Someone has been supplying Class-A illegal human power sources to the goblins. Captain Holly Short of the LEPrecon Unit is sure that her arch-enemy, thirteen-year-old Artemis Fowl, is responsible. But is he? Artemis has his own problems to deal with: his father is being held to ransom and only a miracle will save him. Maybe this time a brilliant plan just won't be enough. Maybe this time Artemis needs help

Polar Tales: The Future of Ice, Life, and the Arctic • — фотоповествование о трансформирующемся мире льдов и планете, приближающейся к переломному моменту, когда климат начнёт необратимо меняться. Издание прославляет дикую природу этой одновременно сурово

The Chinese Library Series is a collection of graded readers for students studying Chinese. There are 6 levels available in this series, graded according to the vocabulary used. Each reader is accompanied by exercises. A Chinese-English word list makes it easy for students to work independently. A free CD-ROM included narrates the text with subtitles

This six-level series of factual readers allows English language learners to explore a variety of fascinating real-world topics. Each reader has been carefully graded to reinforce the main structures and vocabulary covered in most major language courses. The use of the plus symbol (+) highlights the increased level of challenge in language as compared to a standard reader; reflecting the focus on content learning

From simple but brilliant burgers to feasts from around the world: the ultimate barbecue bible from one of Britain's best-loved chefs • Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge shares his huge passion for barbecue and outdoor cooking in this timely new book. These customisable recipes range from classic barbecue icons to delicious new favourites, with over 80 recipes to create the perfect barbecue feast • Across the chapters To Start, Meat, Fish, Veggie, Open Fire, Sides and Desserts & Drinks, you'll find tips, advice and ideal recipes for the perfect summer barbecue, campfire or outdoor gathering with friends and family, including • · Spicy sausage baked beans • · Smoky pulled pork huevos • · Sweet potato and black bean burgers • · The ultimate hot dog • · Korean-style barbecued beef • · The legendary beer-can chicken • Whether you're a beginner barbecuing on your balcony or a seasoned pro who really knows your smoke, charcoal and fire, Tom Kerridge's Outdoor Cooking truly has something for everyone

"Артемис Фаул. Миссия в Арктику" - книга ирландского писателя Оуэна Колфера • Артемис Фаул неожиданно получает известие от отца, которого все давно считают погибшим. А в это время полиция Нижних Уровней выходит на след преступников торгующих с людьми. Пути Артемиса Фаула и Волшебного народца снова пересекаются, но, в этот раз бывшим противникам суждено сразиться с общим врагом. Их ждет полный опасностей путь по тайным тропинкам подземелья и по заснеженным просторам Арктики • Книга на английском языке • Join the world of Artemis Fowl, the number one bestseller by Eoin Colfer • The fairies are in trouble • Goblin gangs (exactly as bad as it sounds) are planning an uprising, and it looks like they've had human help • Holly Short is convinced it's her old nemesis, Artemis Fowl