ENGLAND IS BORN. BBC2`s major TV series THE LAST KINGDOM is based on Bernard Cornwell`s bestselling novels on the making of England & the fate of his great hero, Uhtred of Bebbanburg. Sword Song is the fourth book in the series. Season 2 of the epic TV series premiers this March. It is 885. England is at peace; the Danes rule the north & King Alfred holds the south. But trouble stirs when a band of Vikings invade London. Uhtred of Bebbanburg, Alfred`s greatest warrior, must lead his men to attack the Viking raiders in the south. But his allegiance to the King will be tested in perhaps the most threatening way yet. ...

When Hana`s dying uncle calls her back from the city to the family home in the Albanian mountains, he tries to marry her to a local man who could run the household. Unable to accept the arranged marriage & determined to remain independent, Hana`s only option is to follow tradition & vow to live the rest of her life in chastity as a man
- & so Hana becomes Mark. For a sworn virgin, there is no way back. Years later, Mark
- now a raki-drinking, chain-smoking shepherd
- receives an invitation to join a cousin in the US. This may be Mark`s only chance to escape his vow. But what does he know about being an American woman?


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Map No. 854, Coconino National Forest: Sycamore Canyon & Verde Valley Wilderness Areas, AZ, in an extensive series of GPS compatible, contoured hiking maps of USA’s national & state parks or forests & other popular recreational areas. Cartography based on the national topographic survey, with additional tourist information. The maps, with most titles now printed on light, waterproof & tear-resistant plastic paper, highlight walking trails along with campsites & other accommodation, picnic sites, areas for various recreational pursuits such as horse riding or skiing, drinking water sources, & many other facilities of interest to the outdoor enthusiast. Cartography is based on information from the USGS (United States Geological Survey
- the country’s national survey organization), revised by the National Geographic Maps in cooperation with the National Park Service, USDA Forest Service, etc. Topography is excellently presented by contours (interval varies according to scale), enhanced by relief shading & colouring/graphics for wood cover, glaciers, etc. All heights are given in feet. The maps have a UTM grid plus latitude & longitude margin ticks & GPS waypoints for selected important locations. Each map is double-sided to give either maximum coverage of the chosen area or additional enlargements of its important sections. Accompanying notes provide useful information on relevant regulations, safety precautions, contact addresses, etc.* *IMPORTANT
- PLEASE NOTE: the series is very extensive, ranging in scale from 1:400, 000 for the vast national parks of Alaska to 1:25, 000 for local map in several states. We recommend, therefore, viewing the series by state rather than the whole list.*

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Sydenham was popular for its medicinal spring but in the 19th century was the home of Crystal Palace. The building encouraged development & large family homes were built on the slopes
- those that remain being much sought-after today. Famous residents included the cricketer W G Grace, George Lansbury, the future Labour leader, & the young Ernest Shackleton. Sydenham was the centre of a musical group whose leading lights were Charles Grove & Arthur Sullivan. Forest Hill was home to the tea merchant, F J Horniman, whose vast collection of anthropological & musical objects were opened to the public later in the Horniman Museum.
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For centuries, Sydenham was a small hamlet on the edge of a large tract of common l&, known as Sydenham Common, in the parish of St Mary`s, Lewisham. London was more than an hour`s travel away. Over little more than half a century, three events radically altered Sydenham, turning it from a rural hamlet into a populous, even fashionable, suburb of London: the enclosure of Sydenham Common, the coming of the railway in 1839 & the construction of the Crystal Palace on Sydenham Hill. Today, Sydenham & Forest Hill are attractive & popular places to live, with good access to green spaces & local amenities. Join local historian Steve Grindlay on a photographic tour of Sydenham & Forest Hill past & present, showcasing points of interest such as the Horniman Museum, the Kirkdale Building & Jews Walk. Sydenham & Forest Hill Through Time is an essential volume for anyone who knows & loves these leafy suburbs. ...

Large scale street plan of Sydney. All roads are shown, with clear distinctions between dual carriageways, through roads, & secondary roads. Railway lines & stations are marked, as are public buildings, pedestrian zones, forests/parks, & industrial zones. Points of interest such as sporting facilities, historical sites, zoos, commercial centres are displayed, as well as post offices, hospitals, police stations & cemeteries. The map is grid-referenced & fully indexed. ...

Central Sydney at 1:17, 250 approx on a laminated, waterproof & tear-resistant street plan from the AA with on the reverse a mini guide to the city highlighting its top 25 sights, recommendations for eating out, shopping & entertainment, plus general tourist information. The plan extends south to Centennial Park &

Includes:: North Sydney. Recommended sights are highlighted & other places of interest are prominently marked. Street index is next to the plan. An inset shows a diagram of Sydney

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Sydney in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Sydney in the Luxe city guides series, which are slim & small enough to fit easily in a pocket or handbag. Information is distilled from elite suggestions by city residents, specially selected for their style, knowledge & expertise. Luxe guides aim at the upper end of the market & subjectively edit to choose the very best recommendations for shopping, restaurants, leisure options & nightlife. Half day shopping & activity itineraries are suggested for you to mix & match your visit to suit your timetable. When folded close the cardboard guide slots into its own protective plastic frame. Vanity Fair magazine calls them ...

Sydney on a waterproof & tear-resistant street plan at 1:15, 000 from Marco Polo Travel Publishing with an enlargement of the city centre, a diagram of the City Rail network, an index which also lists various facilities & places of interest, etc. The plan extends north to include the suburbs beyond the Sydney Harbour Bridge, west to include the Sydney Harbour National Park & Queen ...