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A digital copy of "Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland" by Britannica Educational Publishing. Download is immediately available upon purchase!

Touring the peaceful countryside and historic towns of Latvia is made simple with this guide. Travelers will benefit from advice on how to reach long, sandy beaches and quaint provincial villages, as well as a mass of practical information. Fascinating insights into Latvian folklore, customs, language and cuisine are provided to intrigue the curious browser and provide food for thought for travelers during their journey.

Forcibly annexed to the Soviet Union 51 years before, the Baltic States - Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania - regained independence in 1991 after an abortive coup in Moscow that accelerated the collapse of the Soviet regime. These nations then embarked on a course of political and economic reintegration with the West.

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Traditional Latvian cuisine relies upon staples such as dairy products, porridges, pork, potatoes, rye bread and cottage cheese. This book presents over 100 easy-to-follow recipes, all adapted for the North American kitchen, for classic Latvian dishes like piragi, dumplings, and potato pancakes, along with specialties like "Courland Sour Porridge," "Sauerkraut Soup," "Pike-Perch with Green Butter," and "Gooseberry Dessert." Among the chapters included are: Salads, Breads and Piragi, Soups and Porridges, Pancakes, Egg Dishes and Cheeses, Potatoes, Meat Dishes, Fish Dishes, Desserts, Drinks, and Holiday Foods. Interspersed throughout the recipes are Latvian folk songs (dainas), poetry, mythology, information about local customs and holidays, historical accounts, and photographs that will provide the reader with a unique perspective on Latvia's rich history and cultural traditions. Complete with dozens of b/w photographs.

The development and progress Kenneth Gjesdal, a portrait photographer, has achieved over 3 years (2013 - 2015) working with amazing talented and beautiful models from Latvia.

FIRST EDITION IN ENGLISH OF THE BOOK "LATVIESA CIMDI": "MITTENS OF LATVIA: 178 Traditional Designs to Knit" - 178 unique and beautiful patterns collected in a high quality design book. Author: Ethnographer Maruta Grasmane Genre: Handbook Format: Hard cover Publisher: "Senā Klēts" ("The Old Granary") Published: 2015; Language: English, Dimensions: 28,5 x 16 cm (11" x 6") The book presents 178 samples of mittens, reproduced from the 18th Century originals in Latvian museum collections, their knitting secrets and wearing traditions. Although there have been publications before concerning Latvian ethnographic mittens, the book "Mittens of Latvia. 178 Traditional Designs to Knit" provides the most complete and exact information. Moreover it is a visually magnificent book which tells us the story about Latvian traditional culture through bright and inspiring photos. The book is a perfectly designed trustworthy historical encyclopaedia. At the same time it is also a practical treatise encouraging knitters to carry on ancient traditions with original and exciting patterns. The left hand page presents the pattern, the right hand one shows a knitted mitten for better visual perception of the pattern. Every sample of a mitten carries with it the precise historical information about the location where it comes from, the museum where the original can be found and its inventory number. Every pattern presented by the book is unique, but they still all have roots in the cradle of Indo-European culture and it is easy to see resemblances with ethnographic sign systems in many other traditional cultures.

A challenging account of the systematic and brutal slaughter of Jews in Latvia during the Second World War.

FIRST EDITION IN ENGLISH OF THE BOOK "LATVIESA CIMDI": "MITTENS OF LATVIA: 178 Traditional Designs to Knit" - 178 unique and beautiful patterns collected in a high quality design book. Author: Ethnographer Maruta Grasmane Genre: Handbook Format: Hard cover Publisher: "Senā Klēts" ("The Old Granary") Published: 2015; Language: English, Dimensions: 28,5 x 16 cm (11" x 6") The book presents 178 samples of mittens, reproduced from the 18th Century originals in Latvian museum collections, their knitting secrets and wearing traditions. Although there have been publications before concerning Latvian ethnographic mittens, the book "Mittens of Latvia. 178 Traditional Designs to Knit" provides the most complete and exact information. Moreover it is a visually magnificent book which tells us the story about Latvian traditional culture through bright and inspiring photos. The book is a perfectly designed trustworthy historical encyclopaedia. At the same time it is also a practical treatise encouraging knitters to carry on ancient traditions with original and exciting patterns. The left hand page presents the pattern, the right hand one shows a knitted mitten for better visual perception of the pattern. Every sample of a mitten carries with it the precise historical information about the location where it comes from, the museum where the original can be found and its inventory number. Every pattern presented by the book is unique, but they still all have roots in the cradle of Indo-European culture and it is easy to see resemblances with ethnographic sign systems in many other traditional cultures.

Softcover 49 page guide with color photos to the history of Latvia. Sections deal with ancient history to the 13th century, the period to the first world war, the period leading to WWII, the loss of independence, the Soviet Era, and history since the 1980s.

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An unforgettable true story of courage, strength and survival during WWII. A man from Latvia shares his journey from leaving his homeland and family to reach freedom in the USA.

Nobody knows Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania like Lonely Planet. Our 5th edition has all you need to plan a trip to these three fascinating countries - lose yourself in medieval Tallinn, test your adrenalin-sport limits in Gauja National Park, or party with the locals in festival-heavy Vilnius.Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.In This Guide:Features interviews with locals, including the former president of Latvia.Includes full-color sections featuring highlights and the best outdoor activitiesUnique Green Index for easy reference to the most sustainable options.

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The Rough Guide to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania is your ultimate travel guide to the Baltic States. Whether you're looking for inspiring accommodation or great places to eat, in-the-know advice will help you find the very best places to go. It includes comprehensive coverage of the historic capital cities, the dramatic rural regions dotted with lakes and wetlands, the lost-in-time medieval villages, the unique festivals and the long, dune-backed beaches. The guide's handy events calendar will help you plan your trip across the Baltics to coincide with the best events — everything from jazz, folk and horror movie festivals to ballet, medieval feasts and crafts fairs. Plus, there's expert background on musical traditions, from the birth of Lithuanian free jazz to Estonia's first punk rock concert. Accurate maps and comprehensive practical information help you get under the skin of the Baltic States, while stunning photography and a full-color introduction make this your ultimate traveling companion to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania.

Since the end of the Cold War there has been an increased interest in the Baltics. The Baltic States brings together three titles, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, to provide a comprehensive and analytical guide integrating history, political science, economic development and contemporary events into one account. Since gaining their independence, each country has developed at its own pace with its own agenda and facing its own obstacles. The authors examine the tensions accompanying a post-communist return to Europe after the long years of separation and how each country has responded to the demands of becoming a modern European state. Estonia was the first of the former Soviet republics to enter membership negotiations with the European Union in 1988 and is a potential candidate for the next round of EU expansion in 2004. Lithuania and Latvia have also expressed their desire for future membership of NATO and the EU.

These rapidly developing countries offer intriguing histories and countless surprises, and this invaluable guidebook gives you all you need to discover the pleasures of ice yachting, marine museums, mud cures, a great cafe scene and more. over 60 detailed maps to help you navigate the region the lowdown on the region's pristine islands, medieval towns and thriving cities detailed coverage of nature parks with labyrinthine lakes and bird sanctuaries information on bob-sledding, canoeing, rafting and bicycle trips an easy-to-follow guide to each of the Baltic languages

A digital copy of "Latvia's Ordeal" by Tatiana. Download is immediately available upon purchase!