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Studien zur Autobiographie.
Duncker & Humblot 2012; US$ 47.44Hauptbeschreibung Die hier vorgelegte Sammlung von Studien umfaßt eine Auswahl kleinerer Schriften zur Autobiographie, die seit den siebziger Jahren bis heute die größeren Arbeiten Günter Niggls zu dieser Gattung begleiten. Eröffnet wird die Sammlung von zwei einführenden Aufsätzen über literarische Zweckformen allgemein, ihre Einordnung ins Literatursystem... more...
Botswana Society & Culture Complete Report
World Trade Press 2010; US$ 28.50Need to know it all? Our all-inclusive culture report for Botswana will get up to speed on all aspects of culture in Botswana, including lifecycle, religion, women, superstitions & folklore, sports, holidays & festivals, and etiquette. more...
The Carthaginians
Taylor and Francis 2010; US$ 39.95The Carthaginians reveals the complex culture, society and achievements of a famous, yet misunderstood, ancient people. Beginning as Phoenician settlers in North Africa, the Carthaginians then broadened their civilization with influences from neighbouring North African peoples, Egypt, and the Greek world. Their own cultural influence in turn spread... more...
Diamonds, Dispossession and Democracy in Botswana
Boydell & Brewer 2008; US$ 29.95Thanks to diamonds, Botswana's regular parliamentary elections judged free on polling day have been held since 1965. However a duopoly of presidentialism and ruling party preponderance has stimulated arrogance and corruption among the country's rulers. This book asserts the need to strengthen and democratise the electoral and voting systems.South... more...
The Regency of Tunis and the Ottoman Porte, 1777-1814
Taylor and Francis 2003; US$ 49.95This study of the Tunisian army and government in the time of the pasha-bey Hammûda the Husaynid (1777--1814) stresses the deeply Ottoman character of these institutions and the political and administrative impact of the jurisdictional authority of the Ottoman Porte on the province in general. This work thus initiates a systematic revision of a major... more...
Historical Dictionary of Lesotho
Scarecrow Press 2003; US$ 109.99This historical dictionary provides comprehensive entries on historical events and personalities and focuses especially on the Basotho who have shaped Lesotho's development rather than on colonial officials and other expatriates. Greatest attention is given to the events, institutions, issues, personalities, places and external relationships of... more...
Culture and Customs of Botswana
ABC-CLIO 2006; US$ 70.00Botswana's large deposits of diamonds have made it one of the richest African countries on a per capita basis. However, more than wealth, what has made Botswana a model country in southern Africa is its long tradition of democratic rule, respect for ethnic and racial differences, freedom of the press, and governmental programs to support its citizens.... more...
Lesotho Women in Culture, Business & Travel
World Trade Press 2010; US$ 5.96Women often occupy different roles in a foreign culture. Avoid offensive assumptions and behavior by understanding the position of women in Mosotho society: their legal rights; access to education and health care; workforce participation; and their dating, marriage, and family life. more...
Botswana - Culture Smart!
Kuperard 2010; US$ 9.95Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes, beliefs and behavior in different countries, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues. These concise guides tell you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts. This inside knowledge will... more...
Carthage Must Be Destroyed
Penguin Group US 2011; US$ 35.00The first full-scale history of Hannibal's Carthage in decades and "a convincing and enthralling narrative." ( The Economist ) Drawing on a wealth of new research, archaeologist, historian, and master storyteller Richard Miles resurrects the civilization that ancient Rome struggled so mightily to expunge. This monumental work charts the entirety... more...









