On 1 October 1999, the People's Republic of China turns fifty. It has been a rocky ride, at times euphoric, at times tragic. In light of the place China now occupies on the world stage, this birthday will draw attention from around the world. This book commemorates the PRC's journey to date through thirty interviews, presenting one of the most honest and compelling accounts of the country ever compiled.

China Remembers

History

MacLeod, Calum

Lijia, Zhang

Asia

Oxford University Press

Now in its 3rd ed., this was one of the first guides to cover Uzbekistan, offering an insight into the history, religion and culture of the former Soviet country. It provides useful and informative maps, and detailed plans of stunning architecture.'

Uzbekistan: The Golden Road to Samarkand

Politics & Social Sciences

Mayhew, Bradley

Sociology

Passport Books

Stories from Nova Scotia

Americas

Formac

From the blue-tiled splendor of Tamerlane's Samarkand to the holy city of Bukhara, which boasts a mosque for each day of the year, and beyond to the desert-girdled khanate of Khiva, Uzbekistan lays claim to a breathtaking architectural legacy. Bound by sa

Uzbekistan: The Golden Road to Samarkand (Odyssey Uzbekistan)

Travel

Odyssey Books & Maps

Uzbekistan: The Golden Road to Samarkand (Odyssey Illustrated Guide)

"The best guidebook to bring is the Uzbekistan volume in the Odyssey series... It is one of those rare travel guides that is a joy to read whether or not you are planning a trip."―The New York Times From the blue-tiled splendor of Tamerlane's Samarkand to the holy city of Bukhara, and beyond to the desert-girdled khanate of Khiva, Uzbekistan lays claim to a breathtaking architectural legacy. Bound by sand and snow, fed by meltwater from the Roof of the World, these fertile oases have attracted travelers and conquerors along the fragile threads of the Silk Road throughout history. This groundbreaking guide focuses on the wealth of sites and colorful legends along Central Asia's golden road. Includes: informative insights into the history, religion and culture of Uzbekistan; special topics including the disappearance of the Aral Sea, and the life and death of Tamerlane the Great; up-to-date practical information for the traveler, covering visas, customs and travel agencies; hints for business visitors; environmental issues; useful maps, together with detailed plans of principal sites; and more. 108 full-color photographs, 23 maps

Uzebekistan: The Golden Road to Samarakand

Airphoto International Ltd.

"The best guidebook to bring is the Uzbekistan volume in the Odyssey series... It is one of those rare travel guides that is a joy to read whether or not you are planning a trip."―The New York Times From the blue-tiled splendor of Tamerlane's Samarkand to the holy city of Bukhara, and beyond to the desert-girdled khanate of Khiva, Uzbekistan lays claim to a breathtaking architectural legacy. Bound by sand and snow, fed by meltwater from the Roof of the World, these fertile oases have attracted travelers and conquerors along the fragile threads of the Silk Road throughout history. This groundbreaking guide focuses on the wealth of sites and colorful legends along Central Asia's golden road. Includes: informative insights into the history, religion and culture of Uzbekistan; special topics including the disappearance of the Aral Sea, and the life and death of Tamerlane the Great; up-to-date practical information for the traveler, covering visas, customs and travel agencies; hints for business visitors; environmental issues; useful maps, together with detailed plans of principal sites; and more. 85 full-color illustrations and 23 maps

Uzbekistan: The Golden Road to Samarakand (Seventh Edition) (Odyssey Illustrated Guides)

Bound by sand and snow, fed by meltwater from the Roof of the World, the fertile oases across Uzbekistan attracted the greatest travellers and conquerors in history along the fragile threads of the Silk Road. Central to this ancient trade route, the turqu

Uzbekistan: The Golden Road To Samarkand (Eighth Edition) (Odyssey Illustrated Guides)

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