The Senate, 1789-1989: Addresses on the history of the United States Senate
Author : Robert C. Byrd
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Page : 704 pages
File Size : 30,23 MB
Release : 1988
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Senate History
Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Historical Office
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Page : 12 pages
File Size : 18,32 MB
Release : 1986
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Monthly Catalogue, United States Public Documents
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Page : 1060 pages
File Size : 30,32 MB
Release : 1993-12
Category : Government publications
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History of the United States Capitol
Author : William Charles Allen
Publisher :
Page : 526 pages
File Size : 22,69 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Architecture
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History of the United States Capitol This lavish coffee table book is filled with magnificent color photos, architectural drawings, and illustrations. It also provides a thoroughly documented of the design and construction of the Capitol, along with authoritative bibliographies, notes, and an index. It is printed on permanent paper and enhanced with a full-color image of the Nation's Capitol on the dust jacket. The "History of the United States Capitol" includes sections on: - The variety of designs submitted by famed architects of the 1790's - Controversial and numerous design revisions - The politics involved in the various construction stages - Suspicious events surrounding a fatal accident in 1808 - The British burning of the Capitol in 1814 - Diverse labor problems - the Capitol used a bakery, a barracks, and a hospital during the Civil War
Monument Wars
Author : Kirk Savage
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 34,26 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0520256549
Book Description
Traces the history of the National Mall in Washington, D.C., discussing its plan and structures, and considering how the concept of memorials and memorial space has changed since the nineteenth century.
Subject Guide to U.S. Government Reference Sources
Author : Gayle J. Hardy (Davis)
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 381 pages
File Size : 40,69 MB
Release : 1996-09-15
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0313078661
Book Description
Revised and updated, this compendium helps readers identify and understand the scope of key government reference sources-traditional books (including publications catalogs and telephone directories); information clearinghouses; and materials in new formats, such as CD-ROMs, datafiles, and Internet sites. The authors focus on free information and depository materials-both readily available through toll-free phone numbers, mail or e-mail requests to agencies, or federal depository library collections. Materials are fully described in annotations that differentiate between similar materials, identify typical citation formats, and note common abbreviations
Huntia
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Page : 528 pages
File Size : 40,66 MB
Release : 1985
Category : Botanical literature
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Monthly Catalog of United States Government Publications
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Page : 1060 pages
File Size : 36,9 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Government publications
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The History of Natural History
Author : Gavin D. R. Bridson
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Page : 1114 pages
File Size : 19,39 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Natural history
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A botanic garden for the nation
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Publisher : Government Printing Office
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 32,87 MB
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Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780160869129
Book Description
This beautifully illustrated book presents the first comprehensive look at the U.S. Botanic Garden in Washington, D.C. Through historical documents and coloful photos, A Botanic Garden for the Nation tells an important story about this special place. The story begins in 1796 with the support of George Washington, who believed a bBotanic Garden would be a significant addition to the capital. Along with other early leaders, including Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe, Washington understood the value of plants for the health and economic well-being of the nation, a message that still resonates today. Through sumptuous photographs, A Botanic Garden for the Nation offers a tour of the Conservatory, starting with the formal Garden Court, with its foundations and special flower collections, and continuing through every plant environment, including the lush Jungle, colorful Orchid House, and spare World Deserts. The engaging text explores ecosystems and reveals details aobut interesting plants and plant collections.
