4891 results for 'Kyi, Aung San Suu'

Aung San Suu Kyi: Politician, Prisoner, Parent is a unique portrait of one of the world's most charismatic leaders. A Nobel Peace Prize laureate and advocate for democracy, Aung San Suu Kyi has been...

A Political Biography of Aung San Suu Kyi: A Hybrid Politician offers a new interpretation of one of the world's most complex leaders. This balanced and thorough account explores Suu Kyi's policies,...

A collection of writings that reflect Aung San Suu Kyi's greatest hopes and fears for her people, as well as her concern about the need for international cooperation. This book contains poignant and...

Whispers of Hope: A Family Memoir of MyanmarThis personal memoir weaves together the experiences of one family's journey from Burma to England, and back again. Over 16 years, Chris Mabey recorded the...

New Answers to Old Questions: Myanmar Before and After the 2021 Coup D'Etat by Aaron Connelly and Shona Loong is a thought-provoking analysis of the country's recent history. The authors challenge...

This anthology explores the concept of civil disobedience through a diverse range of writings from prominent thinkers and activists. From Henry David Thoreau's influential works to more recent voices...

The Other Ladies of Myanmar by Jennifer Rigby In Myanmar's complex social landscape, one figure often overshadows others - Aung San Suu Kyi, known simply as "The Lady". Yet her reputation has been...

Over 50 pivotal speeches from history, including a DVD with recordings, make up this comprehensive anthology. From rallying cries to calls for peace, and from declarations of freedom to words of...

Eastern Star by Guy Slater In 1988, a pivotal event in Myanmar's history brought together two men who would forever be connected. A young BBC World Service reporter, Christopher Gunness, found...

Burma's trajectory from democracy to crisis is a complex and troubling story. In 2013, the country was hailed as a "buzzy hotspot", but by 2018 it had become one of the top ten places to avoid. The...

Our Home in Myanmar: Four Years in Yangon tells the story of Jessica Mudditt's experiences as an Australian journalist living and working in Myanmar during a period of significant change. In 2012,...

Burma has lived under military rule for nearly half a century. The 1990 elections were never recognized by the ruling junta, and Aung San Suu Kyi's victory was denied. She has been under house arrest...

San Sebastián is a unique abecedarian that explores its city's character through customs, climate, history, cuisine, and notable locations. With humor and irony, Fernando Savater shares anecdotes and...

San Francisco Ghosts by Mark Lyon is a collection of over one hundred true tales of ghostly manifestations in the city. From eerie encounters to unexplained events, these stories reveal the...

Donostia, San Sebastián die glücklichste Stadt der WeltA unique and fascinating exploration of a city's history and culture, this book delves into the story of Donostia, San Sebastián, a city that...

The San Andreas Aboard the British hospital ship, disaster strikes when the lights go out just before dawn. A nightmare of violence and betrayal has begun, as an unknown traitor among the crew plays...

San Diego Noir is a gripping 15-story collection that showcases the darker side of America's Finest City. By some of the region's best writers, this anthology offers a thrilling and surprising ride...

The Sierra San Luis forms a unique landscape, where the Rocky Mountains meet the Mexican border. This range is characterized by a distinctive shape, with Animas Peak forming the "head" and the...

San Francisco Poems by Lawrence Ferlinghetti is a collection of poems that bring to life the city he has called home for over half a century. With wit and lyricism, Ferlinghetti captures scenes of...

The Road to San Donato is an adventurous travel memoir that charts the journey of an American father and son tracing their Italian heritage by bicycle. With only the bare essentials on their backs,...

The Caves of San Pietro by Susan Gayle A vivid portrayal of life under Nazi rule and the bravery of those fighting to liberate Italy, this war tale explores the personal costs of conflict. When Frank...

The Story of San Michele by Axel Munthe is a captivating tale of perseverance and friendship. In the early 20th century, Munthe, a doctor, spent years working in Southern Italy, where he discovered...

Building and managing large data centers can be a daunting task, especially when dealing with massive amounts of data. Storage Area Networks (SANs) and Network Attached Storage (NAS) offer solutions...

San Francisco on Instagram showcases 300 photos of San Francisco and the greater Bay Area captured by more than fifty acclaimed photographers from across the Instagram community. From iconic...

San Francisco Inspire Us A Celebration in Photographs by Adam Gamble is a stunning collection of photographs showcasing the city's diverse culture, people, and natural beauty. With over 96 pages of...

JR's photographic mural, The Chronicles of San Francisco, is an exuberant celebration of democracy in an age when it could not be more needed or welcome. This stunning work features over 1,000...

San Francisco's Chinatown offers a unique glimpse into one of Northern California's most revered cultural neighborhoods. Kathy Chin Leong's photography and Evans' text work together to transport...

San Francisco's Parks explores the history and development of San Francisco's 230 parks, which are managed by the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department. From its early days as a small city...

The Armies of Bolivar and San Martin by Terry Hooker This book tells the story of two men who played a crucial role in shaping South America's future. Simon Bolivar and José de San Martin were key...

Sans in Use: A Collection of Sans Serif Typefaces by Victionary showcases creative pairings and ingenious applications of serif and sans serif typefaces, along with a rich selection of type specimens...

Good Night San Francisco is a soothing bedtime companion that invites young readers to explore the vibrant city of San Francisco. This charming book showcases the iconic landmarks and attractions of...

Living-Room Matsunaga-san 9 by Keiko Iwashita In this romantic manga, Meeko's life is turned upside down when she confesses her feelings to Matsunaga-san and discovers that his feelings are mutual...

Introduce your baby to the vibrant city of San Salvador, the capital of El Salvador, with VÁMONOS: San Salvador. This bilingual board book takes your child on a journey to explore the sights, sounds,...

San Francisco's Magnificent Streetcars showcases the city's historic cable cars, streetcars, and trolley coaches through captivating photography. The story begins with the opening of San Francisco's...

The San Francisco Puzzle Book offers a fun and interactive way to learn about the city. With 90 puzzles, including word searches, jumbles, crossword puzzles, and more, you can explore San Francisco's...

San Francisco Year Zero explores the complex history behind one of America's most socially liberal cities. In 1978, three pivotal events - the assassination of George Moscone and Harvey Milk, the...

Shed That Skin, Ryugasaki-San! Vol. 2 by Kazutomo Ichitomo is a humorous manga that follows Yugami-kun's growing feelings for Ryugasaki-san. Since the metamorphosis incident, their relationship has...

San Francisco Jazz: A City's Enduring Musical Heritage Jazz music has long been an integral part of San Francisco's vibrant cultural landscape. From renowned clubs like So Different and Jimbo's Bop...

California's first settlement was established along El Camino Real, also known as "The Royal Road," which was traveled by various groups, including missionaries, soldiers, and conquistadors. This...

Discover the charm of San Diego with its many attractions and landmarks. This puzzle book is packed with 90 engaging puzzles, including word searches, jumbles, crossword puzzles, and more, all...

The Driver A Tale of Old San Francisco by Steve Bartholomew is a gripping story of murder, deception and redemption set in 1870s San Francisco.When a wealthy man is stabbed on a streetcar, the driver...

San Francisco's story is one of contrasts and extremes. From the early days of Spanish missions to the present day, the city has been shaped by its unique blend of cultures, industries, and ideas...

The Bridge of San Luis Rey by Thornton Wilder is a powerful exploration of fate and human connection. When an Inca rope bridge collapses in Peru, several lives are forever changed, leading one friar...

The geologic world of San Francisco Bay Area is a colorful and complex mosaic. Doris Sloan explores this fascinating landscape, explaining the processes that have shaped it over millions of years...

A comprehensive history of San Francisco's development was commissioned to commemorate the city's centennial anniversary in 1876. Written by pioneers who had lived through significant events, this...

The San Francisco Giants: A History of Tradition and Excellence. In 1958, San Francisco welcomed its first major league baseball team when the Giants left New York and journeyed across the country to...

San Pablo Heraldo de Cristo is a modern biography that has been widely acclaimed for its comprehensive approach to the life and legacy of Saint Paul. With translations in many European languages,...

Chloe Sherman: Renegades. San Francisco: The 1990s is a candid portrait of queer culture in the 1990s. In this debut monograph, Chloe Sherman's documentary photographic work captures the vibrancy and...

San Juan Noir is a collection of stories that reveal a darker side to Puerto Rico, beyond its tourist attractions. Editor Mayra Santos-Febres has gathered a diverse range of tales from local writers,...

San Pedro: A Gateway to Wisdom This book explores the use of San Pedro, a plant medicine traditionally employed by Andean shamans for spirit communion, healing and personal discovery. Like ayahuasca,...

San Francisco's railway network was once the dominant mode of transportation in the city. Before private cars became widespread, rail played a crucial role in navigating the challenging terrain, with...

San José explores the idea that angels can speak to us in our dreams. For one young man named José, this was a turning point: he was given a message by an angel that would change his life forever.The...

Un été sans fin by Peter Kurzeck is a poignant and introspective exploration of life's turbulent entry into adulthood. Set against the vibrant backdrop of post-war Germany, this novel delves into the...

Explore San Francisco's scenic bike routes and hidden gems with City Cycling USA: San Francisco. This compact guide takes you through various neighborhoods, including Mission, Dogpatch, Soma,...

The San Diego and Arizona Railway: A Railway Built Against All Odds In 1907, a ambitious project to build a rail connection from San Diego, California, to the east was deemed impossible by surveyors...

Spine-tingling tales of restless spirits await in Haunted Heart of San Diego. Beneath San Diego's sunny surface lies a dark history of gamblers, thieves, and gunfighters, whose ghostly presence still...

Jack London's San Francisco Stories offers a unique glimpse into the city's pre-earthquake days. This collection of 23 tales showcases London's vivid eyewitness account of the Great 1906 Earthquake...

Rebecca Solnit's Infinite City: A San Francisco Atlas is a groundbreaking work that reimagines the traditional atlas as a tool for exploring the complex layers of meaning in a place. Through 22...

San Francisco's grand department stores were a hallmark of the city's vibrant retail scene in the late nineteenth century. From Blum's for its famous Coffee Crunch cake to Gump's for good taste, each...

Shed That Skin, Ryugasaki-San! Vol. 1 is a humorous manga about a lizardgirl with unique biological features that make her skin shed multiple times a year. Her unusual physiology catches the eye of a...

Experience the unique spirit of San Francisco in your own home with this elegant collection of over 100 recipes inspired by the City by the Bay. Inside, you'll find easy-to-follow cocktail recipes,...

The San Francisco Splash is the seventh book in this popular series of early chapter book mysteries. Each title is set in a different American ballpark, offering a unique blend of sports and...

The 1906 San Francisco Earthquake: A Terrifying Story of Survival. In the early spring of 1906, life in San Francisco was full of possibility. Horse-drawn carriages shared the streets with shiny new...

Battleground Béxar: The 1835 Siege of San Antonio by Richard L. Curilla is a groundbreaking study of the pivotal events leading up to the famous Alamo battle in 1836. In this meticulously researched...

The San Francisco Doodler Murders by Kate Zaliznock In 1974, one of San Francisco's most horrific unsolved serial murder cases began. The man police called "The Doodler" took at least five lives,...

The !Kung San: Men, Women and Work in a Foraging Society by Richard Borshay Lee is an in-depth study of an isolated population's way of life. Conducted over three years among the 1,000 !Kung San in...

A Party in San Niccolo by Christobel Kent is set against the stunning backdrop of Florence. Gina Donovan arrives in the city seeking a break from her demanding family, but soon finds herself drawn...

Infinite City: A San Francisco Atlas explores the many layers of meaning in one place. Rebecca Solnit examines the city and its surroundings through the eyes of different inhabitants, revealing the...

San Francisco Chinatown: A Guide to Its History and Architecture By Philip Choy, City Lights Publishers This comprehensive guidebook explores the history and architecture of San Francisco's iconic...

Early 20th-century San Diego was marked by rapid growth and lawlessness. Detectives and patrolmen faced numerous challenges as they tried to maintain order, from shootouts with lone gunmen to...

Explore the city that never sleeps with San Francisco A Book of Numbers. This vibrant board book is packed with colorful illustrations and interesting things to count, from iconic landmarks like the...

San Francisco, a city of contrasts, where the echoes of the past meet the vibrant present. This 1920s sourcebook for the City by the Bay provides a rich backdrop for your next Call of Cthulhu...

La noche de San Juan by Mircea Eliade is a thought-provoking novel that explores the drama of Eastern Europe under the indifference of the West. Set against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in...

San Francisco's Legacy Bars are a testament to the city's rich history and cultural heritage. This book takes you on a journey through the city's most remarkable nightspots, exploring their unique...

San Manuel Bueno, Martir by Miguel de Unamuno is a definitive edition of the 1933 work, featuring variant versions from 1930. This novel presents a non-descriptive space where key symbols of the...

San Francisco's Chinatown has been a destination for sojourners and immigrants since the Gold Rush era. Despite laws restricting Chinese immigration, the area has thrived as a residential and...

Discover San Luis Obispo through its many fascinating features in this engaging puzzle book. With 90 puzzles to solve, including word searches, jumbles, and crossword puzzles, you'll learn plenty...

The Southern San Joaquin Valley Scenes offers a unique glimpse into California's rich history and heritage. Spanning three counties in south central California, this book features nearly two hundred...

The San Francisco 49ers at 75 is a commemorative collection of stories and photographs from Sports Illustrated celebrating the franchise's history. Founded in 1946, the team has thrilled their loyal...

The Permanent Guillotine: Writings of the Sans-Culottes A collection of documents from the early revolutionary class in France, providing insight into their ideas and actions during the French...

San rock art, scattered across southern Africa, is one of the oldest forms of representational art. Spanning thousands of years, these sites number around 15,000 and may hold many more secrets yet to...

Larry Loves San Diego! A Larry Gets Lost Book is a charming board book featuring vibrant retro illustrations of this great American city. The story follows Larry, a perpetually lost pup who loves...

San Francisco Beer: A History of Brewing by the Bay explores the city's rich brewing heritage. From its first commercial brewery in 1847 to the present day, San Francisco has been home to many iconic...

The San Francisco Zoo has been a beloved institution in the city's landscape for nearly nine decades. Founded by philanthropist Herbert Fleishhacker in 1922, the zoo began as a small collection of...

San José en silencio es un estudio sobre la vida de este personaje bíblico. Aunque los evangelios dedican solo unas pocas frases a él, el autor Michel Gasnier nos presenta una visión más completa del...

Thirteen-year-old Jacob Kaufman's life is marked by loss and hardship as he navigates the challenges of his Jewish heritage and the prejudices of those around him. But when the ground beneath his...

The 50 Greatest Players in San Francisco 49ers History is a comprehensive ranking of the team's most outstanding players. Robert W. Cohen presents his own selection, featuring 25 honorable mentions...

San Fransicko: Why Progressives Ruin Cities by Michael Shellenberger explores the unintended consequences of progressive policies in cities controlled by liberal governments. The author's personal...

Boxing in San Francisco by F. Daniel Somrack explores the history of boxing in northern California during the California Gold Rush era. This volume focuses on the legendary fighters who made their...

Discover San Francisco from A to Z. This companion to Larry Gets Lost in San Francisco takes an alphabetical journey through the City by the Bay, with stops at iconic landmarks like Alcatraz, the...

The Magic Dogs of San Vicente by Mark Fishman is set in the aftermath of war in El Salvador. On a heat-soaked morning, two brothers encounter something that almost frightens them out of their wits -...

Chinese San Francisco, 1850-1943 A Trans-Pacific CommunityThis detailed social and cultural history explores the development of the Chinese community in San Francisco, from its founding during the...

The Beat Generation in San Francisco: A Literary Tour By Bill Morgan Discover the vibrant literary scene that emerged in San Francisco during the 1950s. This meticulously researched guide takes you...

San Francisco's Potrero Hill explores the fascinating history of this San Francisco neighborhood. In the early 1800s, it was known as the Potrero Nuevo, or "new pasture," before becoming an...

Comic Sans: The Biography of a Typeface by Simon Garfield is an intriguing exploration of a typeface that has sparked intense debate. Created in 1992, Comic Sans has become synonymous with digital...

The San Jose Police Department: A History of Leadership and Service. San Jose's history began with its founding as San Jose de Guadalupe, under Mexican rule until 1848, when it joined the United...

Get to know San Francisco with Lonely Planet's trusted travel guide. Catch a ferry to Alcatraz, wander in the Castro, and admire the vibrant Mission murals.This comprehensive guide features...

Lincoln Hawk is on the trail of the Shannon gang when he discovers they have been incorrectly identified as dead. Believing the outlaws are still alive, he continues his pursuit. His search leads him...

Behind the scenes of one of America's most iconic football teams lies a story of triumph and transformation. Matt Barrows, a seasoned reporter on the 49ers beat, takes readers on a journey into the...

West of the Creek Murder, Mayhem and Vice in Old San Antonio A collection of 35 stories about the darker side of San Antonio's history, spanning from the days of the Old West. This book delves into...