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Richard Whitaker

    Richard Whitaker is Emeritus Professor of Classics at the University of Cape Town, specializing in Ancient Greek and Latin.

    Richard Whitaker
    NG Traveler: South Africa, 3rd Edition
    The European Parliament's Committees
    The Nature Company Guides: Weather
    Weather : a visual guide
    South Africa
    Australia's Natural Disasters: Tales of Nature's Dramatic Impact on This Country and Its People
    • 2022

      The book delves into the profound impact of natural disasters on Australia's landscape and its people, highlighting events like droughts, floods, earthquakes, and bushfires. It recounts harrowing tales such as Cyclone Tracy, which devastated Darwin on Christmas Day 1974, shattering the belief that cyclones wouldn't strike the city. Through these narratives, the book illustrates the country's vulnerability to extreme weather and the resilience of its inhabitants amidst nature's fury.

      Australia's Natural Disasters: Tales of Nature's Dramatic Impact on This Country and Its People
    • 2017

      The National Geographic Traveler guidebooks are in tune with the ever growing trend toward experiential travel, providing inspiring photography, insider tips, and expert advice for a more authentic, enriching experience of the destination. The guides are aimed at active, discerning travelers who seek information, historical context, and cultural interpretation not available online.

      NG Traveler: South Africa, 3rd Edition
    • 2010

      The European Parliament's Committees

      National Party Influence and Legislative Empowerment

      • 170 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Focusing on the evolution of the European Parliament's committees, this analysis explores their growing significance and the dynamics with political parties over the past twenty years. It delves into how these committees have adapted to the EP's enhanced legislative responsibilities, shedding light on the interplay between institutional structures and political affiliations within the European Union.

      The European Parliament's Committees
    • 2009

      The vibrant and varied landscapes of South Africa are illustrated in glossy, full-color photographs and detailed captions.

      South Africa
    • 2004

      Weather : a visual guide

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      A topic of popular discussion, weather is also the subject of much scientific study. This book explains how weather patterns occur and shows how to interpret weather signs and charts. It reveals how climate determines landscape, and the remarkable adaptations of flora and fauna to sometimes inhospitable conditions.

      Weather : a visual guide
    • 2000

      The Nature Company Guides: Weather

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
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      Authoritative, lavishly photographed and illustrated guides to the wonders of the natural world around us. Clear, accessible format, charts, diagrams, field tips, practical pointers, and historical profiles.

      The Nature Company Guides: Weather