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Kalama (Images of America)
by C. Louise ThomasPioneers had first settled in the area along the Columbia River by 1847, but Kalama was not officially incorporated there until 1890. Early riverboats stopped in Kalama to obtain timber to fire their boilers. The Northern Pacific Railroad chose Kalama as the site to land its rail-transfer ferry, and it also became the terminus for Northern Pacific Railroad to complete a rail line to Puget Sound. The city grew and flourished around these industries. However, it also endured many hardships, surviving devastating floods, a fire that destroyed the business district, and the loss of its agricultural base, but each time, the citizens rebuilt. With the second-largest port by volume in Washington State and a growing industrial base, Kalama continues to prosper today. People are drawn to its small-town charm and advantageous location along the I-5 corridor and the Columbia River, where rail, road, and river meet.
Kalamazoo and Southwest Michigan: Golden Memories (Voices of America)
by Lee GriffinIn Kalamazoo and Southwest Michigan: Golden Memories, author Lee Griffin illustrates the importance of cultivating the memories of generations past, and looking positively toward the future as one grows older. The book contains the voices of prominent community members who reside in Kalamazoo and the surrounding areas, including Portage, Richland, Gull Lake, Galesburg, Augusta, Hickory Corners, Lawton, Allegan, and Marshall. Their contributions to the region's growth are varied, from a local mailman to a former college president. These extraordinary citizens are representative of men and women everywhere, and whose recollections span the globe. Included in these extensive interviews are first-hand accounts of the flu epidemic of 1912 and its effects on the Kalamazoo area, vivid memories of an African-American boy growing up on a plantation, and the moving story of a man,s emigration from China and his test of bravery as he made his way to Kalamazoo, where he became a distinguished staff member of Kalamazoo College.
Kamakura: Fact and Legend
by Iso MutsuKamakura: Fact and Legend has long been the definitive work on Kamakura. This book is the lifetime achievement of Countess Iso Mutsu(nee Gertrude Ethel Passingham) a talented, inquisitive Englishwoman who against all odds married a Japanese diplomat at the turn of the century, and so came to live most of her life in this beautiful city.Kamakura: Fact and Legend, the only book that Iso Mutsu wrote, is a testament to the devotion with which she succeeded in unlocking Kamakura's secrets for the outside world. The inspiration and reference for later works on Kamakura, this classic volume is both the original and most in-depth guide to an ancient capital that continues to delight and amaze the traveler
Kamakura: Fact and Legend
by Iso MutsuKamakura: Fact and Legend has long been the definitive work on Kamakura. This book is the lifetime achievement of Countess Iso Mutsu(nee Gertrude Ethel Passingham) a talented, inquisitive Englishwoman who against all odds married a Japanese diplomat at the turn of the century, and so came to live most of her life in this beautiful city.Kamakura: Fact and Legend, the only book that Iso Mutsu wrote, is a testament to the devotion with which she succeeded in unlocking Kamakura's secrets for the outside world. The inspiration and reference for later works on Kamakura, this classic volume is both the original and most in-depth guide to an ancient capital that continues to delight and amaze the traveler
Kane County Cougars (Images of Baseball)
by David MalamutIn 1991, it seemed odd (if not unwise) when a minorleague franchise moved into a major league market--one with two big league teams, no less. But the storyof the Kane County Cougars of the single-A MidwestLeague has been one of tremendous successes onthe field, at the gates, and above all in the hearts ofbaseball fans in Chicago's western suburbs. The teamcontinues to draw more than half a million fans toGeneva's cozy Elfstrom Stadium year after year, without ever being affiliated with the Cubs or Sox in the nearby city. They have fielded some top prospects, including 2003 World Series MVP Josh Beckett and his teammate Dontrelle Willis. They have battled in the post-season several times in their brief history, and they thrilled fans by winning the 1991 Midwest League Championship. Cougar fans will enjoy this pictorial tour through the club's first 15 seasons, which provides a local view of the history of the national pastime.
Kankakee: 1853-1910
by The Kankakee County Historical Society Norman S. StevensKankakee became the county seat when Kankakee County was established in 1853. The largest city in the county, Kankakee embraced the railroad from its 19th-century beginning, becoming an important railroad hub in Illinois. The Kankakee County Historical Society has long worked to preserve the city's history and it celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2006, making it one of Illinois' oldest historical societies. The images in this book come from the society's large collection and they represent many slices of Kankakee life from 1853 to 1910.
Kansai Cool
by Christal WhelanIn Kansai Cool, anthropologist, writer and filmmaker Christal Whelan offers deep insights into the clash of old and new, traditional and modern that plays out on a daily basis in Japan's ancient heartland.The western region of Japan is known as Kansai-centering around the ancient capitals of Kyoto and Nara, and the sprawling, modern port cities of Osaka and Kobe. Kansai is Japan's "second region" after Tokyo-and is at once home to Japan's most traditional cultural centers and its most modern culture.From the ancient beliefs of Kyoto to the contemporary otaku or "geek" culture of manga, anime, costume play, robots and video games, readers will see how cultures collide in: The needs of the spirit: Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples The arts: dance, painting, anime and martial combat The relationship between hi-tech and old-tech: bikes and robots Fashion trends: from exquisite kimonos to hip haute couture The meaning of landscape: man-made islands and the mystical power of water In this unique collection of 25 essays, Whelan dives beneath the surface of Japan to let readers experience how art, science, faith and history mesh in the Kansai region to produce a singular wellspring of traditional and modern Japanese culture.
Kansai Cool
by Christal WhelanIn Kansai Cool, anthropologist, writer and filmmaker Christal Whelan offers deep insights into the clash of old and new, traditional and modern that plays out on a daily basis in Japan's ancient heartland.The western region of Japan is known as Kansai--centering around the ancient capitals of Kyoto and Nara, and the sprawling, modern port cities of Osaka and Kobe. Kansai is Japan's "second region" after Tokyo--and is at once home to Japan's most traditional cultural centers and its most modern culture.From the ancient beliefs of Kyoto to the contemporary otaku or "geek" culture of manga, anime, costume play, robots and video games, readers will see how cultures collide in: The needs of the spirit: Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples The arts: dance, painting, anime and martial combat The relationship between hi-tech and old-tech: bikes and robots Fashion trends: from exquisite kimonos to hip haute couture The meaning of landscape: man-made islands and the mystical power of water In this unique collection of 25 essays, Whelan dives beneath the surface of Japan to let readers experience how art, science, faith and history mesh in the Kansai region to produce a singular wellspring of traditional and modern Japanese culture.
Kansas City's Historic Midtown Neighborhoods
by Mary Jo DraperThe unique character of Midtown--from Thirty-first to Fifty-fifth Streets, State Line to the Paseo--grew out of its development as the streetcar suburbs of an expanding Kansas City. As residents both rich and poor moved out of the crowded downtown area after 1880, Midtown neighborhoods were built. The first wave brought mansions to major streets such as Armour Boulevard, Troost Avenue, and Broadway Boulevard, and later a housing shortage spurred the development of Midtown's unique apartment buildings. Well-known architects and local developers created bungalows, shirtwaists, and tree-lined residential streets. Churches and schools, business districts, movie theaters, and other entertainment venues quickly followed residents in their migration to the "south side." By the 1940s, Midtown's growing residential districts had developed into today's popular neighborhoods, including Center City, Coleman Highlands, Countryside, Crestwood, Heart of Westport, Hyde Park, Manheim Park, Old Hyde Park, Plaza-Westport, Rockhill, Volker, Roanoke, South Plaza, Southmoreland, Squier Park, Sunset Hill, Troostwood, Valentine, West Plaza, and Westwood Park.
Kansas City's Parks and Boulevards
by Dona Boley Patrick AlleyA fast-growing frontier community transformed itself into a beautiful urban model of parks and boulevards. In 1893, East Coast newspapers were calling Kansas City "the filthiest in the United States." The drainage of many houses emptied into gullies and cesspools. There was no garbage collection service, and herding livestock through the city was only recently prohibited. Through the diligent efforts of a handful of recently arrived citizens, political, financial, and botanical skills were successfully applied to a nascent parks system. "Squirrel pastures," cliffs and bluffs, ugly ravines, and shanties and slums were turned into a gridiron of green, with chains of parks and boulevards extending in all directions. Wherever the system penetrated well-settled localities, the policy was to provide playgrounds, tennis courts, baseball diamonds, pools, and field houses. By the time the city fathers were finished, Kansas City could boast of 90 miles of boulevards and 2,500 acres of urban parks.
Kansas State Fair
by Thomas C. PercyThe rich history of the Kansas State Fair comes to life in Images of America: Kansas State Fair through photographs from the 1860s to the present. The fair first opened its gates to visitors in 1863 and welcomed all to behold the "Pride of Kansas" until its untimely demise in 1875. In 1913, the Kansas Legislature revived the fair and selected the city of Hutchinson as the exposition's permanent home. Centrally located, Hutchinson has proved an ideal setting. Every year during September, hundreds of thousands of fairgoers flock to the grounds to compete in agricultural or livestock competitions, sell their wares, seek out thrills on the midway amusements, or learn more about the state and its resources. Whatever their motives, all fairgoers leave with a sense of fulfillment.
Kapp to Cape: Race to the End of the Earth
by Charlie Carroll Reza PakravanDeciding to break away from his comfortable lifestyle, Reza and his friend Steven set off from the Arctic Circle to cycle 11,000 miles to Cape Town in 100 days. Battling punishing terrain, harsh climates and severe illness, their thrilling journey brings them face to face with some of the world’s most stunning, memorable and volatile regions.
Karachi Vice: Life and Death in a Divided City
by Samira ShackleA fast-paced, hair-raising journey around Karachi in the company of those who know the city inside out - from an electrifying new voice in narrative non-fiction. Karachi. Pakistan&’s largest city is a sprawling metropolis of twenty million people, twice the size of New York City. It is a place of political turbulence in which those who have power wield it with brutal and partisan force. It takes an insider to know where is safe, who to trust, and what makes Karachi tick. In this powerful debut, Samira Shackle explores the city of her mother&’s birth in the company of a handful of Karachiites. Among them is Safdar the ambulance driver, who knows the city&’s streets and shortcuts intimately and will stop at nothing to help his fellow citizens. There is Parveen, the activist whose outspoken views on injustice repeatedly lead her towards danger. And there is Zille, the hardened journalist whose commitment to getting the best scoops puts him at increasing risk. Their individual experiences unfold and converge, as Shackle tells the bigger story of Karachi over the past decade as it endures a terrifying crime wave: a period in which the Taliban arrive in Pakistan, adding to the daily perils for its residents and pushing their city into the international spotlight. Writing with intimate local knowledge and a global perspective, Shackle paints a vivid portrait of one of the most complex and compelling cities in the world, a city where the borders blur between politicians and gangsters and between lawful and unlawful, as dangerous new forces of violent extremism are pitted against old networks of power.
Karl the Fog: San Francisco's Most Mysterious Resident
by Karl the FogSan Francisco, home of cable cars, the Golden Gate Bridge—and its quintessential cool gray fog. As a resident of the Silicon Valley, Karl the Fog naturally uses Twitter and Instagram accounts to document his comings and goings and the beauty of the city he loves (except for when it's sunny). Amassing roughly half a million followers across social platforms, Karl the Fog's witty takes on San Francisco paired with beautiful, evocative photography have earned him celebrity status in the Bay Area and beyond. In this, Karl's very first book, he details his family's history and shares more than 50 scenic selfies along with brand-new, entertaining appreciations of the city, lifting his veil of mist-ery and celebrating San Francisco as only he can.
Karma Cola
by Gita MehtaBeginning in the late '60s, hundreds of thousands of Westerners descended upon India, disciples of a cultural revolution that proclaimed that the magic and mystery missing from their lives was to be found in the East. An Indian writer who has also lived in England and the United States, Gita Mehta was ideally placed to observe the spectacle of European and American "pilgrims" interacting with their hosts. When she finally recorded her razor sharp observations in Karma Cola, the book became an instant classic for describing, in merciless detail, what happens when the traditions of an ancient and longlived society are turned into commodities and sold to those who don't understand them.In the dazzling prose that has become her trademark, Mehta skewers the entire Spectrum of seekers: The Beatles, homeless students, Hollywood rich kids in detox, British guilt-trippers, and more. In doing so, she also reveals the devastating byproducts that the Westerners brought to the villages of rural lndia -- high anxiety and drug addiction among them.Brilliantly irreverent, Karma Cola displays Gita Mehta's gift for weaving old and new, common and bizarre, history and current events into a seamless and colorful narrative that is at once witty, shocking, and poignant.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Karriere im Tourismus und in der Eventwirtschaft: Wege zum Traumberuf
by Vanessa Wirtz Bernd Schabbing Birgit CrusiusDieses Buch gibt Ihnen einen praxisnahen Einblick in Karrieren der Tourismus- und Eventwirtschaft Spannend, vielfältig und erlebnisreich – die Tourismus- und Eventwirtschaft ist eine besonders dynamische Branche. Das macht sich auch durch ihr jährliches Wachstum bemerkbar. Da ist es keine Überraschung, dass viele Menschen in diesem Berufszweig ihr persönliches Glück finden wollen. Dieses Buch bietet Ihnen einen umfassenden Einblick in verschiedene Karrieren in der Tourismus- und Eventwirtschaft. Im Fokus stehen 19 individuelle Erfahrungsberichte von Absolventen der International School of Management (ISM), mit denen Sie erfolgreiche Karrierewege nachverfolgen können. So bekommen Sie einen Branchenüberblick zum Tourismus- und Eventmarkt. Außerdem geben Ihnen Karriereberater der ISM Expertentipps für einen erfolgreichen Karriereeinstieg in der Tourismus- und Eventwirtschaft.Theoretisches Wissen und BrancheneinblickeZunächst erfahren Sie in diesem Buch mehr über die theoretischen Grundlagen von Karrieren in der Tourismus- und Eventwirtschaft. Die Herausgeber liefern Ihnen einen Branchenüberblick mit Daten und Fakten und erläutern die zunehmende Bedeutung von Events. Anschließend bekommen Sie in Interviewform Einblick in verschiedene Berufszweige und die Voraussetzungen für eine erfolgreiche Berufslaufbahn:Karrieren im LuftverkehrsmanagementKarrieren in der HotellerieKarrieren im EventmanagementKarrieren bei Reiseveranstaltern und ReisemittlernKarrieren im ReiseverkehrNeue MedienDie wichtigsten Learnings und der richtige KarrierewegNützliche Entscheidungshilfen bei der Berufswahl Zwei Fachbeiträge erläutern, welche Persönlichkeitsmerkmale eine erfolgreiche Karriere in der Tourismusbranche positiv beeinflussen. Zudem können Sie sich in diesem Buch über die aktuelle Anforderungen und Erwartungen an Studierende informieren und leichter den für Sie besten Karriereweg einschlagen. Abgerundet wird dieser Karriere-Ratgeber durch die Vorstellung des Studiengangs „Tourism & Event Management“. Mit dieser umfassenden Darstellung von aktuellen Themen und zukünftigen Trends zu Ausbildung und Studium in der Tourismusbranche richtet sich dieser Sammelband in erster Linie an Auszubildende, Studieninteressierte und Studierende, aber auch an Praktiker in der Tourismus- und Eventbranche.
Kata
by Boye Lafayette De MenteTokyoIn this first book ever to explain why the Japanese think and behave the way they do, veteran Japanologist Boye Lafayette De Mente, unlocks the mystery of kata--the cultural molds that have traditionally shaped and defined the attitudes, behavior, and character of the Japanese and are primarily responsible for the traits and talents that make them different from other people.<P><P>In 70 brief essays, ranging from "The Art of Bowing" and "Importance of the Apology" to "The Compulsion for Quality" and "Exchanging Name-Cards," the author looks at the origin, nature, use, and influence of kata (literally the form and order of doing things) in Japanese life and how this cultural conditioning causes the Japanese to think and react in the way they do. Because all relations with the Japanese are influenced by kata, the key to dealing with the Japanese in personal, business or political matters requires knowing how to work within the confines of kata and when to induce or compel them to break the kata and behave in a non-Japanese way.
Katie In London (Katie)
by James MayhewCome on a magical tour with Katie and discover London's most famous sights!When Katie and her brother Jack visit London with Grandma, something very unexpected happens . . . One of the Trafalgar Square lions comes to life and takes them on a wonderful tour of all the best sights! Including Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Big Ben and the London Eye.'London comes to life in this magical adventure' - Independent Featuring many of London's key landmarks, this storybook has become a bestselling introduction to London, and is perfect for children visiting the city for the first time.
Kauai: 100 Years In Postcards (Images of America)
by Stormy CozadCapt. James Cook stood on his ship gazing at the coastline of Kauai and the Hawaiian village of Waimea in 1778. Kauai was its own kingdom then, and King Kaumualii--the king of Kauai who challenged Kamehameha and managed to keep Kauai from being conquered by him--would not be born for two more years. The oldest and northernmost of the main Hawaiian Islands, Kauai did not see well-meaning missionaries until 1820. From the moment Cook put Kauai on the map, it has gathered admirers from all over the world who come to experience its exquisite beauty and wonder. Fortunately, many photographers have had their own love affairs with Kauai, leaving a vast amount of documentation.
Kauai Trails
by Kathy MoreyFrom enchanted Hanelei Bay to the rainbows of Waimea Canyon, from Wailua Falls to the sculptured NaPali Coast, Kaua'i has an unmatchable landscape and miles of trails for hikers and backpackers. This new edition details 59 hikes: you'll walk along steep cliffs above turquoise water, relax next to immense waterfalls, drink in the sweet scent of Kaua'i hibiscus, and stroll on beaches at sunrise.
Kauai Underground Guide
by Lenore W. Horowitz Mirah A. HorowitzPraised as "the bible" for Kauai (Travel & Leisure) and "a must for visitors" (Honolulu Advertiser), the newest edition (the 19th) of Kauai Underground Guide remains the longtime favorite for finding Kauai's best beaches, restaurants, tours, activities, adventures, and hidden beauty spots. With "everything you need to know" to discover Kauai (Hawaii Magazine), it's packed with adventure ideas and money-saving tips. Great for explorers - essential for families.* More than 250,000 books sold - the original guidebook to Kauai* Colorful maps for easy reference* 'Don't miss' day plans for each island area, highlighting the most exciting adventures and activities* Easy-to-follow directions to the best beaches and hidden places* Handy charts for choosing restaurants, activities and adventures* Advice for navigating the island's micro-climates to find the best weather* Exclusive, free CD sampler by Hawaiian singing star Kealii Reichel - the perfect rental car companion* More detailed descriptions of where to go and what to see and do than any other guidebook* Recommendations for traveling with children* Not a franchise or part of a series, the authors write only about Kauai* Sales help non-profit agencies benefiting Kauai's children
Kaufmann's Department Store (Images of America)
by Melanie Linn Gutowski The Senator John Heinz History Center Rick SebakKaufmann's Department Store was a force in Pittsburgh retail from its humble beginnings in 1871 until its merger with Federated Department Stores in 2006. The "Big Store" downtown was a landmark shopping emporium with 12 floors of everything from cosmetics and groceries to wedding gowns and lawn mowers. Under the leadership of Edgar J. Kaufmann and his wife, Liliane, the store became a forum for exhibitions of art, cutting-edge technology, and Parisian haute couture. Generations of Pittsburghers hold fond memories of meeting friends and family under the famous Kaufmann's clock to lunch at the Tic Toc Restaurant, pick up cookies at the Arcade Bakery, or peer into the store's enchanting Christmas window displays each December.
Kaukasis The Cookbook: The culinary journey through Georgia, Azerbaijan & beyond
by Olia HerculesOver 100 recipes from Georgia and beyond.
Kavithri: Outcast. Underdog. Survivor. (Ghosts of Ethuran)
by Aman J. BediAn action-packed South Asian epic fantasy featuring necromancers, jinn, and one seriously fearless heroine...Meet Kavithri. Outcast. Underdog. Survivor.Kavi is a Taemu. Her people, once feared berserkers and the spearhead of a continent-spanning invasion, are the dregs of Raayan society. Their spirits crushed. Their swords broken. Their history erased.But Kavi has a dream and a plan. She will do whatever it takes to earn a place at the secretive mage academy, face the Jinn within its walls, and gain the power to rise above her station and drag her people out of the darkness.Except power and knowledge come at a cost, and the world no longer needs a Taemu who can fight. So they will break her. Beat her down to her knees. And make her bleed.But if blood is what they want, Kavi will give them blood. She will give them violence. She will show them a berserker's fury.And she will make them remember her name.An action-packed and empowering South Asian fantasy epic that fans of Jade City will love. An underdog story like no other - Kavithri will remind you of fantasy heroes like Arya Stark, Gideon the Ninth and Kaladin Stormblessed.'A richly detailed, darkly gritty world, and Kavi is such a compelling, sharp, and original heroine' Sunyi Dean, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Bone Eaters'An impressive debut in every sense - this grim and relentless exploration of colonialism, power, resistance and courage will leave readers shaken' Samit Basu'A journey that seamlessly packs South Asian lore and progression fantasy into a relentless rollercoaster' Gourav Mohanty'Majestic: a pacy, visceral tale . . . powered by a heroine with lashings of charm and grit in equal measure' David Wragg'A striking examination of class, caste, and colonialism by way of wondrously creative magic and an underdog you can't help but root for' J.T. Greathouse, British Fantasy Award nominated author
Kavithri: Outcast. Underdog. Survivor. (Ghosts of Ethuran)
by Aman J. BediAn action-packed South Asian epic fantasy featuring necromancers, jinn, and one seriously fearless heroine...Meet Kavithri. Outcast. Underdog. Survivor.Kavi is a Taemu. Her people, once feared berserkers and the spearhead of a continent-spanning invasion, are the dregs of Raayan society. Their spirits crushed. Their swords broken. Their history erased.But Kavi has a dream and a plan. She will do whatever it takes to earn a place at the secretive mage academy, face the Jinn within its walls, and gain the power to rise above her station and drag her people out of the darkness.Except power and knowledge come at a cost, and the world no longer needs a Taemu who can fight. So they will break her. Beat her down to her knees. And make her bleed.But if blood is what they want, Kavi will give them blood. She will give them violence. She will show them a berserker's fury.And she will make them remember her name.An action-packed and empowering South Asian fantasy epic that fans of Jade City will love. An underdog story like no other - Kavithri will remind you of fantasy heroes like Arya Stark, Gideon the Ninth and Kaladin Stormblessed.'A richly detailed, darkly gritty world, and Kavi is such a compelling, sharp, and original heroine' Sunyi Dean, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Bone Eaters'An impressive debut in every sense - this grim and relentless exploration of colonialism, power, resistance and courage will leave readers shaken' Samit Basu'A journey that seamlessly packs South Asian lore and progression fantasy into a relentless rollercoaster' Gourav Mohanty'Majestic: a pacy, visceral tale . . . powered by a heroine with lashings of charm and grit in equal measure' David Wragg'A striking examination of class, caste, and colonialism by way of wondrously creative magic and an underdog you can't help but root for' J.T. Greathouse, British Fantasy Award nominated author