In the sunny jacaranda-leafed garden of his Johannesburg home, six year old Martin Donally is king of a small & perfect world. It is 1948 & life is full of childish rhymes & his colourful extended family. There`s exuberant Grandpa, who sings & races horses; chain-smoking Auntie Fee, who always sides with the ogres in fairy tales & who makes up her own stories about Martin`s dead father; & above all, Georgie, the family`s Zulu servant & Martin`s confidant. But this cosy world of certainty ends as Martin`s tale turns to political & personal tragedy. He can`t possibly foresee the defeat of the liberal government that will usher in a new era of bigotry & intolerance, not appreciate the significance of the fact that Dr Voerwoerd, architect of apartheid, is a neighbour. & what is he to make of dour, racist Gordon, his mother`s husb&-to-be, a man who seems determined to shatter the carefree world of the Donallys for good. ...

Heaven on Earth reviews the world’s most divine hotels from around the world & arranges them according to the month they’re at their best. It is the ultimate traveling accessory for anyone in search of the perfect escape. Forty-five charming hotels from around the world are individually presented in twelve calendar chapters advising where to go & when. Along with detail historical facts about each hotel & amazing photos this book will be the center of everyone’s attention. With fantastic reviews from the Elegant Traveler Magazine & Sir Richard Branson who said, “every discerning traveler should have a copy on their coffee table”, this book is widely known for its inspiring collections of breathtaking hotels. ...

The editors of ” Life” have called upon their considerable experience to honour 100 of the most fascinating, the most splendid, the most unforgettable of all destinations. From the Great Pyramid & the Sphinx to the mysteries of Easter Island & Stonehenge, the editors of ” Life” draw on the world`s finest photography to reveal why readers must include these truly special places in their lives` itineraries. Drink in the kaleidoscope that is Australia`s Great Barrier Reef & gaze at the majesty of Africa`s Mount Kilimanjaro. Sample the sophisticated splendor of the Tuileries Gardens in Paris, as well as the sun baked wonders of the fortress city of the Andes: Machu Picchu. &, of course, the treasures of America are not forgotten, such as the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon & the serene Atlantic beauty of Nantucket Isl&. This is a volume designed to stimulate & provoke, to suggest & gently lead. It will prove to be a treasured collector`s edition. ...

” Heaven on Earth Kids” reviews the world’s most perfect hotels for children from around the world & arranges them according to activities like snow, safari, magical mystery, chill & thrill, & beach. It is the ultimate travelling accessory for anyone in search of the perfect escape with the kids. In all it’s a collection of 46 first hand accounts of the world’s charming family friendly hotels & holidays. Along with interesting facts about each hotel & amazing photos this book will be the centre of everyone’s attention, especially the kids. With fantastic reviews from Guardian Unlimited & Sir Richard Branson, this book is widely known for its inspiring collections of breathtaking hotels. ...

Following on the success of his book The Empire of Death, which has attracted a global cult following, Paul Koudounaris brings the catacomb saints out of the darkness with this astonishing volume, which

Includes:: arresting images of more than seventy spectacular jeweled skeletons & the fascinating stories of dozens more, accompanied by rare archive material. This is the first time that some of these incredible relics both intriguing historical artifacts & masterpieces of artistic craftsmanship in their own right have appeared in a publication, with Koudounaris gaining unprecedented access to photograph in some of the most secretive religious establishments in Europe. This will be essential reading for goths, art historians & everyone in between.

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One morning in the late summer of 1930 the proprietor & several guests at the Union Hotel at Crestcrego, Texas, were annoyed to discover Biblical texts freshly written across the blotter on the public writing-desk. George Marvin Brush is a travelling textbook salesman & fervent religious convert, determined to lead the godless to a better life. With sad & sometimes hilarious consequences, his travels take him through smoking cars, bawdy houses, banks & campgrounds from Texas to Illinois & into the soul of 1930s America. ...

Making the boat seaworthy Avoiding the worst weather Handling the boat Dealing with emergencies Using outside assistance Surviving in the liferaft One day, this book may save your life.. . It also manages to be entertaining, readable & comprehensive. Many sailors dread the day when they find themselves caught out at sea in a gale. But if you are well prepared & know what to do, there is no reason why heavy weather should be a nightmare. You may even find it rewarding! Drawing on his vast experience at sea in all types of weather, Tom Cunliffe shows you how to prepare for the worst, making sure the boat & crew are ready for anything the wind & sea may throw at them. He looks at specialised boathandling & navigation techniques & at tactics: what to do when the storm hits you, & whether to head for shelter or ride it out at sea. He also takes a critical look at the design of some modern yachts: how will they perform when the going gets rough? Finally, Tom Cunliffe looks at what you can do if the unthinkable happens. He explains how to deal with emergencies ranging from dismasting to man overboard, how to collaborate with the Air & Sea Rescue Services & how to survive in the liferaft. Recommended for the RYA Basic Sea Survival Course. ...

This book is the powerboating equivalent to Heavy Weather Sailing
- the classic & bestselling sailing reference on the Adlard Coles
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Heavy weather sailing has achieved international pre-eminence for providing vital information best acquired from the hard won experience of others. When subjected to a storm at sea there is no one, simple remedy for safety & comfort, nor will there ever be. Within these pages are a tremendous number of well tried methods for optimizing the situation in bad weather that have proven consistently successful, & they emanate from some of the most renowned sailors of our time. This new edition of Heavy Weather Sailing reflects the latest thinking. There are new chapters on seeking shelter in heavy weather, storm sails, helming a RIB in heavy weather & handling multihulls in storm conditions. ...

Heavy weather sailing has achieved international pre-eminence for providing vital information best acquired from the hard won experience of others. When subjected to a storm at sea there is no one, simple remedy for safety & comfort, nor will there ever be. Within these pages are a tremendous number of well tried methods for optimizing the situation in bad weather that have proven consistently successful, & they emanate from some of the most renowned sailors of our time. This new edition of Heavy Weather Sailing reflects the latest thinking. There are new chapters on seeking shelter in heavy weather, storm sails, helming a RIB in heavy weather & handling multihulls in storm conditions. ...