By the age of six Nicolai Lilin had been given his first 'pike knife' by an uncle & by the age of twelve he had been convicted of attempted murder.. . Nicolai Lilin gained his 'education' as a member of the Siberian Urkas
- a small & tight-knit community of 'honest criminals' in a forgotten corner of Eastern Europe.. . Siberian Education is his tale of an extreme childhood
- exotic violent & completely unique.

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Bred for loyalty strength & endurance the easy--going & sociable Siberian Husky is a very pure & ancient breed dating back 4 000 years or more. First bred by the Chukchis a semi--nomadic people of northeastern Siberia to hunt reindeer & pull sleds the Siberian is an active breed that loves the outdoors. Prized for their great beauty intelligence wonderful way with children & lack of dog smell " they are also more free--spirited (and free--ranging) than many other popular breeds & have a reputation for stubbornness & relentlessness in pursuit of a goal. Is this breed right for you & your family? Siberian Huskies For Dummies answers this & all your questions about getting caring for & living with a Husky. Siberian devotee she has eight of her own Diane Morgan gets you up & running with what you need to know to: * Find & deal with reputable breeders * Choose the right Husky for you * Hou sebreak & socialize your new puppy * Educate yourself & your dog * Handle behavioral problems * Participate in competitions In friendly down--to--earth language Diane provides insights into the Siberian Husky temperament & loads of sensible easy--to--follow advice on everything a Husky owner should know along with fun facts & Husky trivia amusing & informative anecdotes & tips on how to have a great time with your Husky. Topics covered include: * Understanding what makes the Siberian different from every other breed * Deciding whether a male or female is right for you * Understanding how to communicate with your Siberian Husky * Training your Siberian Husky * Grooming your Siberian * Finding & establishing a good relationship with a veterinarian * Breaking bad habits in your Husky * Feeding & exercising your Siberian Husky * Recognizing preventing & treating common health problems * Getting your Husky into sledding The indispensable guide for you & your Siberian Husky Siberian Huskies For Dummies is the only book youll need to help you have the best possible experience with this very ancient & venerable breed of dog." ...

September 1939. The Second World War Has Begun. Even as the fighting rages in Poland Stalins long time obsession with the missing treasure of Tsar Nicholas II is rekindled. An informant claims to have information about the whereabouts of the man entrusted by the Tsar with hiding his gold. As the news of the informant reaches Stalin however the man is knifed to death. Stalin summons Pekkala to the Kremlin & orders him to solve the murder. To accomplish his mission he must return to Borodok the notorious Gulag where he himself spent many years as a prisoner. There he must pose as a inmate in order to unravel the mystery... As he returns to the nightmares of his past is this a mission too far for the great Pekkala? ...

He hit me!" " She hit me first!" Having children is wonderful but they can seriously endanger your sanity. Faber & Mazlish have written a comprehensive guide with practical guidelines & examples for how to cope with
- & deflect
- sibling rivalry. Written with humour understanding & compassion & illustrated with delightful cartoons Siblings Without Rivalry challenges the idea that constant unpleasant conflict is natural & unavoidable. With anecdotes & stories this book shows the many ways you teach your children how to get along."

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Sichuan food is one of the great unknown cuisines of the world famous in Chinese history & legendary for its extraordinary variety & richness. Chinese people say that China is the place for food but Sichuan is the place for flavour & local gourmets claim the region boasts 5000 different dishes. This book

Includes:: sections on the history of Sichuan cooking the 23 flavours of Sichuan the regions culinary culture the art of cutting presentation & nutrition ingredients & methods for a whole range of recipes from home peasant cooking to banquet dishes of the highest quality. Full of intriguing anecdotes & packed with the most delicious recipes this book is an absolute must for those interested in this wonderful cuisine.

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Michael Corleone's exile in Sicily is ending but on the instructions of his father The Godfather he must bring back to him the young man known as Salvatore Giuliano
- if he can find him. At sea amid the treacheries of a brutal & unfamiliar land Michael must find a way through the labyrinthine deceits that surround him while Giuliano prepares himself for a final confrontation with Don Croce Capo di Capi of the Sicilian Mafia. A novel of explosive suspense heroic action
- & evil on an epic scale. In the hands of Mario Puzo's brilliantly sinister talent the reader comes to know again the terrible magic of the Mafia.

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If there is one book that belongs on the shelf of food lovers it is Sicilian Food" by Mary Taylor Simeti. This book is a classic the definitive work on Sicilian cooking & it is full of authentic hard to find recipes gleaned from the authors friends family & acquaintances on the island itself. Originally published in 1989 under the title " Pomp & Sustenance: Twenty Five Centuries of Sicilian Food" & then unavailable for almost ten years Mary Taylor Simetis affectionate exhaustive work has come to be recognized as the definitive book on the food traditions & recipes of this sun-drenched isl&. The author an American married to a Sicilian set out to discover Sicilian food first h&. She haunted former convents & palaces where Palermos libraries have been maintained. She tested each ancient recipe herself & updated the methods. Her directions are clear & easy to follow. The book is organized so that the material reflects both the external influences of a series of conquerors & the domestic changes brought about by peasant clergy & aristocrat alike. Her chapter titles hint at the enticing discoveries waiting for the reader & the recipes reflect the chapter titles. There are recipes using the vegetable abundance of the Sicilian landscape for ice cream or granita & yes there are recipes for Virgins Breasts & Chancellors Buttocks. The book contains more than a hundred illustrations from Sicilian archives & museums & the text"es freely from Homer Plato Apicius Lampedusa & Pirandello. Simetis prose is so descriptive that to read it is to be in Sicily." ...

A desolate castle hides a family's shameful secrets.. . On the rocky northern shores of Sicily stands a lonely castle the home of the aristocratic Mazzini family. The marquis of Mazzini has remarried & gone away to live with his new wife abandoning his two daughters
- sweet-natured Emilia & lively imaginative Julia
- to wander the labyrinthine corridors alone. His only involvement with their lives is to arrange a marriage between Julia & the cruel Duke de Luovo even though she loves another. But that is not the end of Julia's troubles. Strange lights & unearthly groaning noises are coming from parts of the castle that have been locked up for years. Is it occupied by some terrible supernatural power? Or do even darker secrets lie within its depths?

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Features a concise Sicilian grammar & a bilingual dictionary with pronunciation guide. The comprehensive phrasebook offers guidance for situations including dining out accommodations & obtaining medical care. It also contains complete phonetic spellings. An introduction to Sicily's history guide to major cities & attractions & sampling of the island's cuisine complete this valuable reference. ...

Nobody knows Sicily like Lonely Planet. Whether you set your sights on climbing Mt Etna feasting on cassata & cannoli delving into Sicily s rich history or relaxing on a secluded beach our expert authors will show you the way. In This Guide: Tailor-make your perfect trip with our handpicked recommendations & inspiring itineraries Immerse Yourself: local tips & insights get you to the heart of the region Detailed Maps & driving tours make independent exploration easy. ...