Eastern Europe

The Russian Federation and Ukraine do indeed share a common heritage, but their history and culture led them along divergent paths. Many listeners might be surprised to learn that the historical center of Russia was not Moscow, but Kiev, the capital of modern Ukraine.

В средние века Карпаты последовательно находились под властью Венгрии, Галиции, Польши и Молдовы. Изолированные в пересеченной местности предки гуцулов – отдельной субэтнической группы, проживающей на территории Покутья, Буковины и Марамуреша, жили независимо и отказывались платить дань правителям. Карпаты часто сталкивались с турецкими набегами, что повлияло на стойкость и неукротимый дух местных жителей. В повести Мститель рассказывается о тяжелой жизни гуцулов и их борьбе против социальных притеснений.

In 1854, a quarter of a million British soldiers headed east to fight in the Crimean War. Together with their French and Turkish allies, the goal was to free the important port city of Sevastopol from the clutches of Russia, thus keeping them from the seizing control of the Red Sea and thence Mediterranean. This they did, but not without considerable hardship, suffering and loss of life - over 21,000 British men fell to enemy fire, accidents and disease.

In dit hoorcollege wordt de geschiedenis van migratie verteld aan de hand van verschillende invalshoeken, beginnend met een globaal panorama en eindigend met Nederland. Leo Lucassen geeft daarmee een helder historisch overzicht van migratie in de loop der eeuwen, met aandacht voor specifieke thema’s als globalisering, organisationele migratie, arbeidsmigratie, massamigratie en natuurlijk het huidige debat over immigratie en integratie. Op basis van goed gefundeerde kennis ontmaskert Lucassen vele vooroordelen en foutieve claims.

Lothar Streblow unternahm viele Reisen im In- und Ausland, auf denen er sich mit Studien über Tiere, Verhaltensforschung und Ökologie befasste. Von diesen Erkenntnissen inspiriert, entstanden zahlreiche Radiosendungen, Hörspiele und Essays, sowie Umwelt-, Reise- und Tiererzählungen. Dabei versuchte er stets dem sachkundlichen Anspruch gerecht zu werden, gleichzeitig überzeugt er durch eine sehr bildhafte und lebendige Sprache. Eine dieser Erzählungen ist "Jugoslawische Impressionen" - ein Zeitbild aus dem ehemaligen Jugoslawien.

Lothar Streblow unternahm viele Reisen im In- und Ausland, auf denen er sich mit Studien über Tiere, Verhaltensforschung und Ökologie befasste. Von diesen Erkenntnissen inspiriert, entstanden zahlreiche Radiosendungen, Hörspiele und Essays, sowie Umwelt-, Reise- und Tiererzählungen. Dabei versuchte er stets dem sachkundlichen Anspruch gerecht zu werden, gleichzeitig überzeugt er durch eine sehr bildhafte und lebendige Sprache. Eine dieser Erzählungen ist "Rumänische Impressionen".

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Norfolk. Greater Than a Tourist - Norfolk England United Kingdom by Livie Armes offers the inside scoop on the Norfolk towns and coastline. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Die Goldene Stadt. Stadt der hundert Türme. Für eine der schönsten Städte Europas gibt es viele Namen und Umschreibungen. Warum Prag so wundervoll und mitreißend ist, lässt sich aber nicht anhand flüchtiger Beschreibungen und Lobeshymnen erklären. Man muss dort gewesen und selbst durch die mit Kopfstein gepflasterten Gassen der Altstadt geschlendert sein. Erst dann kann man verstehen, wieso der Zauber der Stadt so viele in den Bann zieht. Prag verstehen, entdecken und genießen können.

Retrace the history of Ukraine and discover its unique cultural identity with this incredible history audiobook. With a gripping and deeply informative exploration of the fascinating history behind Ukraine, this audiobook offers an unparalleled look into the rich cultural legacy of a country that has endured the tests of time. Drawing on a foundation of history, archaeology, and anthropology, this audiobook provides a comprehensive account of Ukraine from prehistoric times to the present day. Delving into the diverse people and tribes that ruled Ukraine.

From the critically acclaimed bestselling author of BEE SEASON comes a travelogue through the magical and historic city of Prague - a city of vast beauty and wonderfully intimate detail. In TIME'S MAGPIE, Myla Goldberg uses her eye for the wonder of tiny objects and everyday things to put us in...

Greater Than a Tourist—Minsk, Belarus by Anna Martsynkevich offers the inside scoop on Minsk. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Modern-day Lithuania is a small country bordering the Baltic Sea with a population of less than three million people, but despite its relative size, the nation has exerted an influential role on the history of the region. More recently, in the 20th century, Lithuania was caught between much larger powers in two world wars and then the Cold War. Along with neighbors Latvia and Estonia, Lithuania was one of the only states to truly break free of the Soviet Union when the latter dissolved in 1991.

Nominado al "Premio Nacional Kyorlenko Heorhij Stepanovych 2019" y ganador del "Mejor informe periodístico sobre el desastre de Chernobyl" nombrado por Kyiv Today, esta serie de libros revela los eventos del peor accidente nuclear, también representado en la mundialmente famosa serie de TV de drama Chernobyl 2019, con detalles más profundos.

Vlad III, known as Vlad the Impaler was voivode of Wallachia three times. The tales about the burning of the lazy, the poor, and the lame at Vlad's order and the execution of the woman who had made her husband too short a shirt can also be found among the German and Slavic anecdotes. Books describing Vlad's cruel acts were among the first best sellers in the German-speaking territories.

Experience the best of Budapest! Many travelers who have limited time in a big city like Budapest make one massive mistake. They try and see everything Budapest has to offer in three days. The problem with this approach is that they end up burned out and tired. They wish their vacation would end so that they can go home. The good news is that with the right approach and this guide, you can have an awesome time in 72 hours. The secret is not to try and see everything, rather try and see the best of the best Budapest has to offer.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want an edible experience? Would you like some culinary guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Eat Like a Local book is for you. Eat Like a Local—Riga by Nikita Lipin. Nikita Lipin shares the best local dining experiences in Riga. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate. Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist.

Besuchen Sie Polen. Ein Land, das nicht nur den Kommunismus besiegt hat, sondern auch über das skurrilste Bärengehege der Welt verfügt. Und das immer noch sehr katholisch ist. Wo sonst hieße einer der einflussreichsten Sender des Landes Radio Maria? Wussten Sie aber, dass das polnische Nationalgetränk nicht mehr der Wodka ist? Oder dass das polnische Nationalgericht Bigos heißt?

The Chernobyl Disaster, which occurred in late April 1986, was the worst nuclear accident in history. It not only caused widespread radioactive contamination, but even more importantly, it claimed many lives and caused panic worldwide about the safety of nuclear power. In short, it changed the face of nuclear energy globally.

La autora ganadora del premio "Valerij Zayets" y nominada para el premio Pulitzer, Svetlana Kostenko dibuja una vívida imagen de las secuelas del accidente nuclear más famoso del mundo.

In this audiobook, you will discover advice that will help you throughout your stay in Lisbon, Portugal. This book will not tell you exact addresses or store hours but instead will give you excitement and knowledge from a local that you may not find in other travel books. Travel like a local. Slow down, stay in one place, and get to know the people and culture. By the time you finis listening to this book, you will be eager and prepared to travel to your next destination.