Born without wings, Arnold goes searching for his wings & for answers to his many questions. Through his travels, he learns that one of his special qualities will take him as far as his wings would, if not farther. This work presents the story of young horse, & is intended for both adults & the children. ...

Derry is one of Ireland's most historic walled cities. It is also renowned for its picturesque location, straddling the River Foyle & having as its backdrop the magnificent Donegal hills. Having withstood three sieges in the seventeenth century, today its walls remain intact & add to the uniqueness of Derry's heritage. Within the pages of this book the city's rich history & heritage, its social & economic development are chronicled in often poignant pictures. Added to all this is the often controversial political image which Derry has projected over the years. This book will evoke cherished memories as it captures for ever the changing face of this beautiful city over the past century. ...

When Hockley was in the old Manor of Birmingham it was the largest district with clearly defined boundaries. Today the boundaries around this inner city district, part of the massive conurbation Birmingham became, are indistinct to many who lived or live within. The world renowned Jewellery Quarter & St Pauls Church have long been established in Hockley & still provide a major contribution to the workforce & the district's history. The Joseph Lucas company once employed thousands of workers from several buildings located within Hockley as did W. Canning & Co. & the Birmingham Mint. They, along with other industries have disappeared. Although Hockley is today a mix of the old & new her main through road has been elevated & the ageless Hockley Brook still flows through forming the Handsworth-Hockley boundary. ...

Of all the ' Big Four' companies to emerge in 1923, the Great Western Railway-God's Wonderful Railway
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Discover the animals from around the world with this 100 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle. This puzzle is the perfect way to teach youngsters problem solving, whilst learning about all the different animals around the world! Product information: • Jigsaw Puzzle • Around the World • Brand: Corner Piece Puzzles • Pieces: 100 • Age: 5+ • Measures: 60.0 x 45.0 cm   ...

Around the World in Eighty Days (1873) relates the hair-raising journey made as a wager by the Victorian gentleman Phileas Fogg, who succeeds
- but only just!
- in circling the globe within eighty days. The dour Fogg's obsession with his timetable is complemented by the dynamism & versatility of his French manservant, Passepartout, whose talent for getting into scrapes brings colour & suspense to the race against time. Five Weeks in a Balloon (1863) was Verne's first novel. It documents an apocryphal jaunt across the continent of Africa in a hydrogen balloon designed by the omniscient, imperturbable & ever capable Dr Fergusson, the prototype of the Vernian adventurer.

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David Loftus is one of the world's leading food photographers: on the road 350 days of the year, camera in h&, shooting top chefs & their wonderful dishes from Battersea to New York to the Bahamas. Now, in Around the World in 80 Dishes, he shares the most delicious cuisine he has come across on his travels: introduced by his close friend Jamie Oliver, eighty recipes from the world's favourite chefs, many of whom have shared David's adventures. Around the World in 80 Dishes features mouthwatering recipes from international chefs & cookery writers including Jamie Oliver, Nigella Lawson, Gennaro Contaldo, Heston Blumenthal & Atul Kochhar. It follows in the footsteps of Phileas Fogg & his famous Grand Tour, taking in Europe, the Middle East, Asia & America, to create a treasure-trove of treats from the four corners of the globe. Lovingly compiled & beautifully photographed, rich with the stories behind the recipes captured in these pages, this is a dream anthology for committed cooks & amateurs alike. If you love food & travel, & you've a hearty appetite for life, warm up the oven, pick a destination & prepare to set off on your own culinary journey. ...

Embark on a global journey without leaving your home with this Around The World In 80 Drinks 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle. Piece together the perfect blend of challenge & fun as you assemble iconic beverages from every corner of the globe. Whether it’s a tropical cocktail, or a steaming cup of chai, this puzzle guarantees a sip of excitement with every piece! Cheers to a puzzling adventure! Product Information: • Around The World In 80 Drinks • Jigsaw Puzzle • Brand: Puzzle Professor • Pieces: 1000 • Measures: 68cm in diameter when complete   ...

Monty Don undertook an incredible journey: to travel the world, searching for the most inspiring, beautiful, or unusual gardens on every continent. Throughout the trip he marvelled at the floating gardens of the Amazon, & talked to gardeners in Havana who create green spaces in the heart of the city. In Australia, New Zealand & South Africa he observed the intriguing fusion of indigenous & colonial garden cultures; & he witnesses gardens in all their diversity, from the smallest stone garden in Japan to the lush beauty of Monet ...

Sumptuously illustrated with eighty maps from the British Library's unrivalled collection, this gorgeous children's book whisks its reader around the globe. Fascinating snippets explore each place in more depth, revealing its history, famous people, landmarks, wildlife, culture or customs. ...