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Embark on a captivating journey through the pages of Madagascar Mosaic - A Journey Through Nature, Culture and Connection where the vibrant tapestry of this island nation unfolds in vivid detail. From the bustling streets of Antananarivo to the serene coastal villages and the depths of dense rainforests, this book chronicles a narrative of discovery and self-reflection.Delve into the rich biodiversity that defines Madagascar, where over 90% of the wildlife is found nowhere else on Earth. Encounter the playful antics of lemurs, the graceful giants of the baobab trees, and the intricate ecosystems that sustain them. Learn about the island's unique flora and fauna, from the spiny forests of the...
From the beginnings of colonial settlement in Illinois Country, the region was characterized by self-determination and collaboration that did not always align with imperial plans. The French in Quebec established a somewhat reluctant alliance with the Illinois Indians while Jesuits and fur traders planted defiant outposts in the Illinois River Valley beyond the Great Lakes. These autonomous early settlements were brought into the French empire only after the fact. As the colony grew, the authority that governed the region was often uncertain: Canada and Louisiana alternately claimed control over the Illinois throughout the eighteenth century. Later, British and Spanish authorities tried to d...
Collects thirty-eight articles describing how innocent men and women have been coerced into confessing to crimes they did not commit, revealing the questionable methods police officers use to get confessions from suspects.