Istria & Kvarner Footprint Focus Guide


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With Roman ruins, Byzantine churches & Venetian town houses, this area of Croatia is stunning whatever your taste. From the undulating vineyards of Istria, to the historic ports of Kvarner, this region is known as the ‘Tuscany of Croatia’. Footprint Focus provides invaluable information on transport, accommodation, eating and entertainment to ensure that your trip includes the best of this beautiful region of Croatia. • Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around Istria & the north Dalmatian Coast. • Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and play. • Includes information on tour operators and activities, from national parks to Byzantine mosaics. • Detailed maps for Istria and around. • Slim enough to fit in your pocket. With detailed information on all the main sights, plus many lesser-known attractions, Footprint Focus Istria & Kvarner provides concise and comprehensive coverage of one of Croatia’s most gorgeous regions. The content of the Footprint Focus Istria & Kvarner guide has been extracted from Footprint’s Croatia Full-Colour Guide.




Dubrovnik & Dalmatian Coast Footprint Focus Guide


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Whether you are seeking fortresses or wilderness, hip nightlife or stunning seafood, the Dalmatian Coast has much to offer. From Dubrovnik, one of the world’s finest fortified cities, to the many scattered islands and islets off the shore, this region of Croatia is home to the country’s loveliest coastal towns. Footprint Focus provides invaluable information on transport, accommodation, eating and entertainment to ensure that your trip includes the best of this authentic region of Croatia. • Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around Dubrovnik and the Dalmatian Coast. • Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and explore. • Includes information on tour operators and activities, from boat tours to open-air markets. • Detailed maps for Dubrovnik and around. • Slim enough to fit in your pocket. With detailed information on all the main sights, plus many lesser-known attractions, Footprint Focus Dubrovnik & Dalmatian Coast provides concise and comprehensive coverage of one of Croatia’s most glorious regions. The content of the Footprint Focus Dubrovnik & Dalmatian Coast guide has been extracted from Footprint’s Croatia Full-Colour Guide.







History of Military Cartography


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This volume gathers 19 papers first presented at the 5th International Symposium of the ICA Commission on the History of Cartography, which took place at the University of Ghent, Belgium on 2-5 December 2014. The overall conference theme was 'Cartography in Times of War and Peace', but preference was given to papers dealing with the military cartography of the First World War (1914-1918). The papers are classified by period and regional sub-theme, i.e. Military Cartography from the 18th to the 20th century; WW I Cartography in Belgium, Central Europe, etc.




Croatia


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If you are planning a trip to Croatia then Footprint's fully updated 4th edition will help you get the most from this firm holiday favourite. Explore the Medieval towns and Roman ruins, and bare all in the crystal-clear waters and stunning beaches. Including extensive (and sometimes eccentric) accommodation listings, where to find the best food and drink, full festival guide and fascinating insights into history, culture, wildlife and the environment plus all the best advice on activities. Accommodation listings for every budget and taste including lighthouses, quaint old stone cottages and socialist-era hotels Advice on the best activities, including hiking, climbing, diving, watersports and swanning around on a yacht Bare all on the best beaches the country has too offer




Water Resources Management in Balkan Countries


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This book presents an overview and knowledgeable on water resources management in Balkan countries – Slovenia, North Macedonia, Serbia, Croatia, Greece, and Bulgaria. The book shows the state of the art and also the latest research findings of the different aspects of water resources management in Balkan countries with case studies that reveal the best practice in water resources management, development, and protection. Researchers and scientists from the Balkan countries present their experiences and expertise on a wide range of water resources topics. Therefore, the book is of particular interest to decisions planners/makers and stakeholders. Also, the book will be useful to experts, professionals, researchers, scientists, practitioners, academics working in the field of water resources management in Balkan countries and analogous regions.




World Terraced Landscapes: History, Environment, Quality of Life


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This volume collects the best scientific contribution presented in the 3rd World Conference on Terraced Landscapes held in Italy from 6th to 15th October 2016, offering a deep and multifaceted insight into the remarkable heritage of terraced landscapes in Italy, in Europe and in the World (America, Asia, Australia). It consists of 2 parts: a geographical overview on some of the most important terraced systems in the world (1st part), and a multidisciplinary approach that aims to promote a multifunctional vision of terraces, underlining how these landscapes meet different needs: cultural and historical values, environmental and hydrogeological functions, quality and variety of food, community empowerment and sustainable development (2nd part). The volume offers a great overview on strengths, weaknesses, functions and strategies for terraced landscapes all over the world, summarizing in a final manifest the guidelines to provide a future for these landscapes as natural and cultural heritage.




Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, a Textbook


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Three official languages have emerged in the Balkan region that was formerly Yugoslavia: Croatian in Croatia, Serbian in Serbia, and both of these languages plus Bosnian in Bosnia-Herzegovina. Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, a Textbook introduces the student to all three. Dialogues and exercises are presented in each language, shown side by side for easy comparison; in addition, Serbian is rendered in both its Latin and its Cyrillic spellings. Teachers may choose a single language to use in the classroom, or they may familiarize students with all three. This popular textbook is now revised and updated with current maps, discussion of a Montenegrin language, advice for self-study learners, an expanded glossary, and an appendix of verb types. It also features: • All dialogues, exercises, and homework assignments available in Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian • Classroom exercises designed for both small-group and full-class work, allowing for maximum oral participation • Reading selections written by Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian authors especially for this book • Vocabulary lists for each individual section and full glossaries at the end of the book • A short animated film, on an accompanying DVD, for use with chapter 15 • Brief grammar explanations after each dialogue, with a cross-reference to more detailed grammar chapters in the companion book, Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, a Grammar.




Copahue Volcano


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This book provides a comprehensive description of the volcanological, petrological and geochemical features of the Copahue volcano, located at the border between Argentina and Chile. Scientific studies are limited for this volcanic system, due to its remote location and difficult access in winter. However, Copahue is one of the most active volcanic systems in the southern Andes. Monitoring the volcano's activity is of utter importance, as it provides means of existence for the nearby village of the same name, hosting the world's highest-located hot-springs resort. This book's aim is to present the current monitoring activities, and to describe future research programs that are planned in order to mitigate volcanic hazards. Special attention is therefore devoted to the social and industrial activities close to the volcano, such as health therapies and geothermal energy exploitation. In a special section, the Copahue volcano is presented as a terrestrial modern analog for early-Earth and Mars environments.




STROMATOLITES: Interaction of Microbes with Sediments


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STROMATOLITES: Interaction of Microbes with Sediments provides an overview and latest information about the formation of Stromatolites as a result of interaction of microbes with sediments. Eighty-three expert scientists from twenty-seven countries present the chapters in this volume which have been reviewed by thirty four referees. The volume deals with ancient to modern examples of stromatolites and microorganisms which are observed in various diverse environments, such as: marine, nonmarine, lacustrine and extreme geographical areas covering almost the whole earth. The reviews are original articles written by leading experienced experts, some chapters deal with latest instrumental techniques used for the study of microbes and Stromatolites. Other chapters have been contributed by young researchers who revealed updated data on Stromatolites. The astrobiological implications of early microbiota, sulfur isotopic ratios, microbialites in extreme conditions on earth has opened up new vistas in the search of extraterrestrial life.