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This Is Australia
Miroslav Sasek
Universe Books 0789318547 / 9780789318541 Hardcover
In this work first published in 1970, Sasek swings down under, winging his readers into Sydney, with its famous bridge and space-age Opera House; bustling, modern Melbourne; colonial Adelaide; semitropical Brisbane; the garden city of Canberra; mineral-rich Perth; and Alice Springs, Australia's most famous outback town. Full color.
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30.50 SGD
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This Is Edinburgh
Miroslav Sasek
Universe Books 0789313871 / 9780789313874 Hardcover
This book is a perfect souvenir that will delight both children and their parents, many of whom will remember it from their childhood. The brilliant, vibrant illustrations have been meticulously preserved, remaining true to his vision more than forty years later and, where applicable, facts have been updated for the twenty-first century. M. Sasek has captured the very spirit, pride, and grandeur of one of the noblest places on earth in This is Edinburgh, first published in 1961. Sasek is right at home in Scotland, with its famous sights, unique character, and iconic traditions of kilt and tartan, pipes and pipers, whisky and haggis.
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30.50 SGD
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This Is Greece
Miroslav Sasek
Universe Books 0789318555 / 9780789318558 Hardcover
This is Greece captures the flavor and tradition of the birthplace of Western civilization. There's Athens, with its spectacular views of the Acropolis, the Parthenon, temples, theaters, and marketplaces; architecture-renowned Corinth; Mycenae, inhabited since 3000 B.C.; Olympia, home of the gods; Delphi, famous for its legendary oracle; and the beautiful isles. There's also modern-day Greece, where life is lived on street corners, in squares, and at tables amid reminders of the past.
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30.50 SGD
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This Is Hong Kong
Miroslav Sasek
Universe Books 0789315602 / 9780789315601 Hardcover
First published in the 1960s, these volumes in the beloved and nostalgic travel series take today's readers on tours around the world. The facsimile editions have been meticulously preserved, remaining true to Sasek's vision more than 40 years later. Full color.
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30.50 SGD
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This Is Ireland
Miroslav Sasek
Universe Books 0789312247 / 9780789312242 Hardcover
Originally published in the 1960s, this title in Sasek's beloved travel series for children is reproduced in this facsimile edition, which offers a colorful, spirited, and unique tour of Ireland via the deft paintbrush strokes and witty voice of a master storyteller. Full color.
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30.50 SGD
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This Is Israel
Miroslav Sasek
Universe Books 0789315955 / 9780789315953 Hardcover
This is Israel, first published in 1962, visits the Promised Land, a sun-drenched panorama of many hues and many traditions. From the Sea of Galilee to the Red Sea (it's really blue); from modern Tel Aviv to Jerusalem new and old; from Mt. Zion to King Solomon's mines; Sasek presents the biblical glory of its past and the golden hope of its future.
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30.50 SGD
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This Is New York
Miroslav Sasek
Universe Books 0789308843 / 9780789308849 Hardcover
First published in 1960, Sasek's vision of New York still remains fresh. He captured the essence of New York that delights children and parents, many of whom who will remember the book from their childhood. Full-color. This was our introduction to Sasek after our own visit to New York...and it is as we remember. Somehow, the illustrations capture the spirit of the place as well and we thumbed through that book several times to relive our New York experience.
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30.50 SGD
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This Is Rome
Miroslav Sasek
Universe Books 0789315491 / 9780789315496 Hardcover
"This is Rome," first published in 1960, traces the history of Roman civilization to bring to life the Rome of the 60's. Sasek navigates Rome's busy, winding streets to visit such glorious historical landmarks as the statues of Michelangelo, Vatican City, the Pantheon, and the Fontana di Trevi-and to show us the eccentricities of modern Roman life, from its colorful trains, trams, and taxis to its chic espresso bars and pasta houses.
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30.50 SGD
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This Is San Francisco
Miroslav Sasek
Universe Books 0789309629 / 9780789309624 Hardcover
Illustrator Miroslav Sasek captures both the breathtaking landscape and the cosmopolitan flavor of the City by the Bay. First published in 1962, Sasek's jaunty, colorful illustrations will still dazzle kids and adults alike.
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30.50 SGD
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This is Venice
Miroslav Sasek
Universe Books 0789312239 / 9780789312235 Hardcover
First published in 1961, "This Is Venice" presents indelible impressions of romantic, watery Venice, where under a brilliant blue sky Sasek the gondolier navigates the winding canals to visit such famous and glorious landmarks as the Palazzo Grassi, Piazza San Marco, Doges Palace, and the Accademia di Belle Arti. Full color.
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30.50 SGD
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