A flyaway kite leads ten-year-old Dory Daniels on the adventure of a lifetime. Teaming up with a young girl called Aimi he travels through a secret portal into another world to search for her missing father. They encounter many dangers including the sinister Bellman & the deadly Blaggards before joining forces with the mysterious Knights of Pellagaroo. But only the children's resolve & outstanding bravery can save the day
- A thrill-a-minute fantasy novel for junior readers.
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The exciting first book in a brand new fictional trilogy about the most important events in the history of the Order of the Knights Templar. The Templars represent a widely popular period of history but the roots of their fellowship have been shrouded in contemporary conspiracy theory & media glamour!.this trilogy tells the true tales of the Knights Templar; beginning with why they formed after the First Crusade & why they continued to grow in power & influence. Immediately after the deliverance of Jerusalem the Crusaders considering their vow fulfilled drifted back to their homes. But some considered that the defence of this precarious conquest surrounded as it was by Mohammedan neighbours still remained. In 1118 during the reign of Baldwin II Hugues de Payens a knight of Champagne & eight of his companions bound themselves by a perpetual vow taken in the presence of the Patriarch of Jerusalem to defend the Christian kingdom & all god fearing pilgrims who wished to visit the Holy L&. Baldwin accepted their services & assigned them a portion of his palace adjoining the temple of the city; hence their title pauvres chevaliers du temple" (Poor Knights of the Temple)." ...

Ben's in trouble again! The local gamekeeper's on the warpath. & who does he blame but Sniff Ben's faithful dog! It sounds like a quest for the Knights of the Brown Table. After all they can't let all that knightly training go to waste.. . From football to go karting & real heroes & aliens Books for Boys are packed with high action adventure & humour ideal for turning reluctant boy readers into lifelong bookworms. Ideal for fans of HARRY & THE DINOSAURS who are ready to move on to chapter books. ...

1098. The armies of the First Crusade race across Asia minor routing the Turks & reclaiming the land for Christendom. But on the Syrian border their advance is halted before the impregnable walls of Antioch. As winter draws on they are forced to suffer a fruitless interminable siege gnawed by famine & tormented by the Turkish defenders. The entire crusade is on the verge of collapse. His lord the ruthlessly ambitious Bohemond charges Demetrios Askiates to find the killer. But as Demetrios investigates the trail seems to lead ever deeper into the vipers' nest of jealousy betrayal & fanaticism which lies at the heart of the crusade. ...

Where can you see an effigy of a Templar? What prompted King John to hand England over to an Italian? Who worked for the Templars in Yorkshire? The Knights Templar in Yorkshire answers all these questions & many more. This new book explores what medieval life was like during the Templars stay in Yorkshire. Not only was it the biggest county in Britain but in Templar terms it was also the richest. They owned more land property & people in Yorkshire than in any other county in Engl&. This fascinating volume takes the reader on an intimate tour of the ten major Templar sites established in Yorkshire & reveals what life was like for their inhabitants
- how the land was farmed what the population ate how they were taxed & local legends. Illustrated with an intriguing collection of photographs & specially commissioned maps this book is sure to appeal to anyone interested in medieval history.
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Knit & Purl Pets that everyone will want to take home. We love our pets for their companionship & unique characters so creative author Clare Garland has packed personality aplenty into each one of the little pets within this book. Every creature has the adorable charm & mischievous quirkiness that we expect from our animals
- just knit them up & watch them come to life before your eyes. So no matter what pet you've always dreamed of having whether it's a puppy chicken or even a dinosaur you're only a few rows or rounds away from owning it! There is a wonderful menagerie of 20 animal projects that
Includes:: Little feathered friends Silkysoft snake Naughty hen trio Egg-stra good layers Itty Bitty guinea pigs Mittens & socks the lop eared rabbits Speckle the Kitten Toy Mouse Tortellini tortoise Bamber the Labrador puppy Ravenous Rats Biscuit the cat Biscuit's basket Reggie Veggie the Stegosaurus Pip & Pop ponies Charlie the chameleon Zoom the Greyhound Greyhound's jacket All the projects in this book are quick
- some take less than a day
- & easy to knit once the basic techniques have been mastered. The pets are all or in part knitted using four double-pointed knitting needles
- a fairly new approach to toy knitting. This can seem a little daunting to the uninitiated but the very act of going round & round is pure meditation & fun
- & the knitted creation is 'sculptured' in 3D forms as you work so you can instantly see how your work is progressing. If you are new to knitting or need to brush up on your past skills there are basic techniques from how to cast on knit & purl knit in the round & cast off. There is also advice on special design techniques & finishing touches. All knitting patterns use abbreviations to save time & space so there is also a useful list of all the abbreviations used in the patterns of the book. So whether you are new to knitting or more advanced & whether you own a pet or wish you did with Clare Garland's easy step-by-step instructions beautiful photos & helpful diagrams you can knit your own pet!





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Do you have a great new jumper pattern that doesnt match your current obsession for Peter Pan collars? Or have you found an original 1950s pattern for a gorgeous knitted blouse only to realise its three sizes too small & the recommended yarns havent been around for at least 20 years? Dont be limited by what is available on-line & in shops. This book shows you how simple it is to change lengths take out waists shorten sleeves & substitute for yarns that are no longer in production. Knit Back in Time reveals two crucial secrets for knitting vintage-style projects: how to update a vintage pattern to suit modern sizes & yarns & how to customise modern patterns to give them a vintage look. It also provides patterns for vintage-style elements offering invaluable advice on mixing & matching sleeves necklines & collars to create your own designs. You can choose to add a bell-shaped three-quarter or ruffled sleeve to the same sweater body depending on the look you want or just give in & knit three different jumpers all from the same basic pattern. ...

This title features nine delightful knitted projects for children including hats jumpers blankets & more. Stitch cozy comfy gifts for little ones! Discover a great selection of nine fun-to-knit projects. Create appealing clothes & accessories in a range of styles including hats baby blankets pillows jeans & a T-shirt a cuddly toy a scalloped-edge jumper & more. Suitable for knitters of all levels these projects are perfect for the little ones in your life. ...

* More than 150 stitches beautifully photographed in the latest yarns * Ideal for beginner & seasoned knitters * Basic techniques included & tips featured throughout Featuring an inspirational collection of stitches this book offers 150 swatches that will add stunning detail & finish to any knitted garment. Transform an existing jumper with a beautiful lacy border or fancy frilled finish. Or pep up a cardigan design with a pretty picot edge. Each stitch features a full-colour photograph with clear & concise pattern instructions & charts. The striking patterns will keep knitters of every level busy experimenting with different types of ties loops knots braids twists bobbles & more. Other books in the series include: Knit & Purl Lace & Eyelets Cables & Arans Crochet Stitch Motifs Basic Crochet Stitches 101 Stitches to Knit 101 Stitches to Crochet Colourwork Stitches & Crochet Edgings & Trims. ...

Using only the finest natural materials Noro yarns are as striking to behold as they are easy to work with. Using only the finest natural materials & ecologically sound manufacturing processes Japanese designer Eisaku Noro has been producing some of the most extraordinary & popular yarns in the world for over 30 years. Hand colored in vivid combinations of painterly hues Noro yarns are as striking to behold as they are easy to work with. This follow-up to Knit Noro" features 32 small projects knitters can complete in a weekend including Leg Warmers Cabled Mittens a Lace Flap Hat & even an iPad cover." ...