Sylvia Brooke was the consort of His Highness Sir Vyner Brooke, Rajah of Sarawak, the last in a bizarre dynasty of English despots who ruled their jungle kingdom on Borneo until 1946. The White Rajahs were long held up as model rulers, but the spectacularly eccentric behaviour of Ranee Sylvia
- self-styled Queen of the Headhunters
- changed everything. This is the compelling story of her part in their downfall.

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Though the Symbolist heyday in Paris was short-lived, the movement had an influence on painting in both duration & geographical range. Important Symbolist painters were at work in places as remote from one another as Munch in Oslo, Klimt in Vienna, & the young Picasso in Barcelona. It is through Symbolism, too, that the relationship between the English painting of the later nineteenth century & what was taking place in Europe can be explained. Edward Lucie-Smith`s important study throws light upon the origins of Modernism, & upon the development of painting & sculpture in the final years of the century. 185 illus., 24 in color. ...

NP5011 is primarily a key to symbols & abbreviations used on Admiralty & International paper & raster charts & leisure folios compiled by the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office (UKHO). Variations may occur on charts adopted into the Admiralty Series that were originally produced by another hydrographic office. Where these symbols & abbreviations are easily understood they are not included as examples in this title. Similarly, symbols & abbreviations shown on Electronic Chart Display & Information Systems (ECDIS) may differ from those described in this book; the key to such symbols is available on NP5012. Revised editions of NP5011 are published as necessary to show symbols which have been newly introduced & to record other developments in charting practice. The more important changes introduced between editions are issued in Admiralty Notices to Mariners as consecutively-numbered updates. On receipt of these updates the appropriate changes should be made as instructed & a record of the update noted in the table included on the inside of the front cover of this title. This edition of NP5011 is based on the ...

Money has always been a subject of interest, today more so than ever. For centuries it has performed a key role around the globe most obviously in trade & the economy, but also in the development of national identities, religions & the spread of empire. Introduced as measurements of weight to serve the most basic of functions, these currencies have changed appearance & meaning throughout the ages & developed into complex monetary units we know today. With a brief but informative biography of each of the currencies, it reveals where & how each originated, the various roles they performed, & how they spread, survived & changed over the years. Some may have fallen into disuse but they might also have been revived in new & unexpected forms, & in different locations. Charting the rise & fall of each, the book will look at how the movements, developments & designs of currencies can highlight broader themes of history such as the characteristics of empire, trade & migration & the personalities of kings & rulers & how they can be identified as barometers for the political fortunes of a nation. Packed full of facts & interesting stories, & thoughtfully illustrated with images from the British Museum & beyond, Symbols of Power is an illuminating account of world currencies & the crucial role they play in our world. ...

Symi at 1:20, 000 on a contoured, GPS compatible hiking map published by Terrain Cartography group together with Skai Maps, & printed on light, waterproof & tear-resistant Polyart plastic paper, with extensive tourist information. Topography is very well presented by contours, enhanced by spot heights, subtle relief shading & additional altitude colouring. Contour interval, unless indicated below to the contrary, is 20m. National parks & other protected areas are marked. All place names are shown in both Greek & Latin alphabet. The maps have a UTM grid, plus latitude & longitude margin ticks. Hiking trails are graded between main routes & narrow trails. A wide range of symbols indicate various places of interest & recreational facilities, with main sights clearly highlighted. Most titles distinguish between sandy & pebble beaches; some also indicate beaches with natural shade and/or the type of sea bed. Road network is very clearly graded according to width & the type of surface, distinguishing between good & rough dirt roads. Distances are marked on most small local roads, as well as locations of petrol stations and/or tyre repair workshops. Scenic routes are highlighted. Each map also shows which ports are served by ferry services. Many titles include a street plan of the island’s main town, with colouring clearly showing various tourist facilities. The reverse side of each title is covered by general information about the isl&, illustrated with colour photos. Many titles also include brief descriptions of recommended hiking trails.* Map legend & all the text include English.** In this title:* information on the island`s rock climbing sites plus descriptions of 10 hiking trails. ...

For V.2 owners wanting to upgrade, the V.4 Syn Scan TM hand control

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Syracuse in New York State on an indexed street plan from Rand Mc Nally in their extensive range of maps covering cities in the United States. Communities covered by this map include Baldwinsville, Camillus, East Syracuse, Fayetteville, Liverpool, Manlius, Marcellus, Minoa, North Syracuse & Solvay. Rand Mc Nally street plans provide coverage of cities with their outer suburbs, clearly indicating main traffic arteries: highways (distinguishing between free & toll access), plus primary & secondary routes. Road numbers and/or names are clearly displayed & exit numbers are indicated. Locations of service & rest areas are marked & one way streets are shown. Longer streets are annotated with block numbers for easier identification of addresses. The maps show railway, bus &, where appropriate, metro stations. A range of symbols indicate various places of interest including cultural & academic institutions, various municipal facilities, golf courses, etc. The plans have extensive street indexes, supplemented by lists of points of interest, parks & recreational areas, shopping malls, stations, schools, etc. ...

Dubbed `the greatest Greek city & the most beautiful of them all` by Cicero, Syracuse also boasts the richest history of anywhere in Sicily. ” Syracuse, City of Legends”
- the first modern historical guide to the city
- explores Syracuse`s place within the island & the wider Mediterranean & reveals why it continues to captivate visitors today, more than two & a half millennia after its foundation. Over its long & colorful life, Syracuse has been home to many creative figures, including Archimedes, the greatest mathematician of the ancient world, as well as host to Sappho, Plato, Scipio Africanus, conqueror of Hannibal, & Caravaggio, who have all contributed to the rich history & atmosphere of this beguiling & distinctive Sicilian city. Generously illustrated, ” Syracuse, City of Legends” also offers detailed descriptions of the principal monuments from each period in the city`s life, explaining their physical location as well as their historical context. This vivid & engaging history weaves together the history, architecture & archeology of Syracuse & will be an invaluable companion for anyone visiting the city as well as a compelling introduction to its ancient & modern history.

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Syracuse in New York State on an indexed street plan from Rand Mc Nally in their extensive range of maps covering cities in the United States. Communities covered by this map include Baldwinsville, Camillus, East Syracuse, Fayetteville, Liverpool, Manlius, Marcellus, Minoa, North Syracuse & Solvay. Rand Mc Nally street plans provide coverage of cities with their outer suburbs, clearly indicating main traffic arteries: highways (distinguishing between free & toll access), plus primary & secondary routes. Road numbers and/or names are clearly displayed & exit numbers are indicated. Locations of service & rest areas are marked & one way streets are shown. Longer streets are annotated with block numbers for easier identification of addresses. The maps show railway, bus &, where appropriate, metro stations. A range of symbols indicate various places of interest including cultural & academic institutions, various municipal facilities, golf courses, etc. The plans have extensive street indexes, supplemented by lists of points of interest, parks & recreational areas, shopping malls, stations, schools, etc. ...

Syria & Lebanon in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...