When George Washington first President of the United States laid the foundation stone of the Capitol Building of the city that was to bear his name he did so wearing full Masonic regalia. Turning The Solomon Key" is a riveting quest to discover the Masonic influences George Washington brought to bear on the layout of Washington DC. History records that the builders of Washington DC knew a great Masonic secret about the human condition & that their plans for the city were laid out on a Masonic grid rich in symbolism hidden meaning & designed to express this secret power. Robert Lomas an expert in the history of Freemasonry goes in search of the truth behind this claim. Using Masonic rituals & Washingtons diaries Lomas uncovers the symbolic meaning behind the siting of the White House & the Capitol
- & their connection to a secret passed down from one of the first Grand Masters of the Freemasons King Solomon. " Turning the Solomon Key" delves into the true history behind many of the symbols & mysteries that feature in Dan Browns latest international bestseller " The Lost Symbol" & will be essential reading for all who want to discover the real significance to the masonic secrets of Washington DC."
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Unlike most people Matt Beckford is actually looking forward to turning thirty. After struggling through most of his twenties he thinks his career finances & love life are finally sorted. But when he splits up with his girlfriend he realises that life has different plans for him. Unable to cope with his future falling apart Matt temporarily moves back to his parents. During his enforced exodus only his old school mates can keep him sane. Friends he hasn't seen since he was nineteen. Back together after a decade apart. But things will never be the same for any of them because when you're turning thirty nothing's as simple as it used to be. ...

Turnpike trusts formed an important part of English life for over 150 years from about 1690 to 1840 during which time they made a significant contribution to economic development before & during the industrial revolution. Locally & privately funded & usually operated on a relatively small scale they represented an administrative innovation which recognised & tried to meet the need for an enhanced road transport infrastructure. For the first time road users paid for repairs & improvements to roads & parishioners hitherto responsible were relieved of an often burdensome charge on local finances. Over 20 000 miles (32 000km) of roads were turnpiked & most of these eighteenth- & nineteenth-century roads are still used today. Apart from the roads themselves the most obvious survivals of turnpike trusts are the scores of neat little tollhouses & hundreds of roadside milestones. This book outlines the origins development success & decline of the turnpike trusts & some of the features associated with them. ...

Portsmouth is a city on the ropes a poor dirty but spirited city with a soaring crime rate. & it is home for DI Joe Faraday. Now Emma Maloneys dad has gone missing. Faraday thinks he may have been murdered. But these days a hunch is not enough. Faradays squad of detectives are battling with an ever-growing caseload of a city torn by violence poverty drug-dealing & petty crime. Who can spare the time & resources for an investigation unsupported by hard evidence? Joe Faraday is struggling with his own demons & finding Stuart Maloney dead or alive develops into a battle not simply for justice but for sanity. ...

When teenager Keith Rosen runs away from his Florida home
- inexplicably taking along a motherless baby
- his divorced mother

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Coexisting with a turtle or tortoise may not be a warm & fuzzy experience but it definitely has its rewards. & with more than 250 species to choose from you're bound to find one that's right for you. Looks-wise they can range from very plain & unadorned to a brightly colored & embellished with every manner of crest crown spike & dewlap. As for personality you'd be amazed at how very different they can be ranging from shy & withdrawn to outgoing & friendly to outright aggressive. & when it comes to longevity well let's just say that when you commit to a turtle or tortoise you're in it for the long haul. For example the standard American box turtle can live more than 125 years a leopard tortoise has a life span of up to 100 years & an aldabran tortoise can live to be more than 200 years old! This fun guide will help you choose the perfect turtle or tortoise for your lifestyle & give it the care it needs to thrive. Turtle & tortoise expert Liz Palika provides cl ear step-by-step instructions on how to: * Select the appropriate turtle or tortoise * Provide a suitable environment for your new pal * Care for a variety of chelonian (turtle & tortoise) species * Supply you pet with a satisfying & healthy diet * Create an indoor or outdoor home * Understand your turtle's or tortoise's special needs Generously illustrated with line drawings & high-quality photographs Turtles & Tortoises For Dummies covers all the bases. Topics covered include: * Deciding whether a turtle or tortoise is right for you * Choosing between a turtle & tortoise * Who's Who of turtles & tortoises-a complete guide to dozens of species where they're from what they're like & how they are as pets * Creating a safe & healthy environment for your pet * Recognizing & treating common health problems & finding a good veterinarian to help you care for your chelonian Turtles & Tortoises For Dummies is your fun guide to selecting caring for & sharing your life with a chelonian. ...

Most people at some point long to escape
- from the weather the commute the routine. Sailing off in a forty-foot boat called Voyager
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This is a spectacular celebration of one the best-loved & most alluring regions of Italy. Featuring an array of beautiful homes the book is divided into four parts. Natural Charm features rustic houses characterized by an earthy decorative palette whose interior design is rooted in the ancient rural traditions of Tuscany. Stylish Simplicity looks at modern interpretations of Tuscan style
- from a high-ceilinged barn now a light & airy loft to a converted village school. Classic Elegance focuses on larger country homes restored according a grand decorative design yet still remaining warm & welcoming while Idyllic Artistry is devoted to a more eclectic colourful approach to Tuscan living.
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Marco Polo maps feature completely up-to-date digitally generated mapping. The high quality cartography with distance indicators & scale converters aid route planning. Contains 4 city maps: Firenze Livorno Pisa & Siena. A fold-out overview map is ideal for route planning & 7 self-adhesive Marco Polo mark-it stickers can be used to pin-point a destination or route for future reference. Scenic routes & places of interest are highlighted
- ideal for touring holidays. Comprehensive index. The map scale is 1: 200 000.
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Tusk the Mighty Mammoth rules the rotting forests of Gorgonia. She terrorises the rebels at war with evil wizard Malvel & holds a good Beast captive. All the good Beasts are imprisoned & Tom must save them. Will he defeat Tusk before Malvel's guards track him down? Don't miss: TORGOR THE MINOTAUR
- SKOR THE WINGED STALLION
- NARGA THE SEA MONSTER
- KAYMON THE GORGON HOUND
- STING THE SCORPION MAN



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