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Ralph Cobden's refusal at the age of eighteen to take over the family farm has disastrous effects and leaves him with a burden of guilt. By his early thirties he suffers a series of losses that destroy his mental well¿being. Grief results in eccentric and potentially self¿destructive behaviour. Professional help and the loving support of close friends are needed for him to survive. The result is an uplifting story of triumph over grief.

Established in 1893, Bulawayo is Zimbabwe's second largest city. it takes its name from the precolonial Ndebele settlement of Kobuluwayo which was captured by the forces of Cecil John Rhodes. Profusely illustrated, this book provides a general discussion of the historical development of the town and its various communities, and then goes on to discuss the unique structural features of the inner city area of Bulawayo. Street by street the build...

It is the first day of the summer holidays and Jack, Julie and their dog, Dexter, have arrived at their family cottage in Ireland. The children are overtaken by an extraordinary series of events while looking for Dexter in an old derelict hut at the bottom of their garden and are plunged into a breath taking adventure full of twists and turns and danger as they team up with their Grandpa in the search for the secrets within the mysterious Bell...

A history of art told in the context of the evolution and importance of the artists' brush.

A history of art told in the context of the evolution and importance of the artists' brush.

You Think We're Alone? gives the reader an in-depth insight into the internal journey of Clive Birch towards his unfolding spiritual consciousness charting his early years and through to adulthood. The narrative then switches to the psychic and spiritual travels undertaken by Clive utilising his developed skills in dealing with the adventures that unfolded. In the third part of You Think We're Alone? different paths of energy work are outlined...

Abandoned by his mother and ignored by his father, little Sean had the toughest start to life. When his adoptive family come to his rescue, they see Sean in the corner of the orphanage, eyes wide, small and alone, like a little homeless bear. Now, Sean is retiring from the army, ready to put devastation and danger behind him. Little does he know the worst times are yet to come: Hardship, violence and - once again - homelessness are ready to s...

Roland Morant's book on the medieval monastic buildings of Lincolnshire fills a significant gap in books about the surviving monastic buildings in Lincolnshire and includes information relating to all parts of the county in a single volume. It is illustrated with numerous photographs, illustrations, maps and site-plans together with a glossary of architectural terms. Abbeys and Priories of Lincolnshire Past and Present will appeal to the enthu...

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It's not every day that your father presents you with a tumbledown building and the funds to convert it into a hotel. It's not every day, either, that you learn his financial empire was built on theft. In this warm romantic story young entrepreneur Tom Hammond takes on the challenge but the struggle to survive and succeed in a small town community threatens to defeat him when major setbacks arise from his dysfunctional family. The experience a...

Through the magic, mystery and miracle of meditation, an intriguing expedition is embarked upon into the World of Light in Crystal Mysticism so that understanding can be obtained about the Great Shift that is going to occur to Human Beings and to Earth. Many souls, and many more of every kind, have been given knowledge about the Great Event and at a pre-ordained time this information started being released. During the journey, hidden knowledge...

Young Nelson's definitely got the helper bug lately. When he's not doing the 5 am milk round with his dad, he's pitching in with his grandparents' cleaning. In fact, he's being so good that his parents decide to organise the surprise of his life. Nelson's about to be taken to a Festival, and Auntie Claire's funfair will be there too. All aboard for music, dancing, food and fun! He's about to learn about the ups and downs of camping, how to b...

The suspicious death of a newly appointed headmaster at a private boarding school in Sussex leads to the discovery of fraud which threatens the very future of Greenacres School. Set during the summer of 1960 the action is seen through the eyes of a young graduate who has taken a new job at the school the chief investigating officer, DCI Blundell.

Two precious Gold Horns were sacrificed by a group of Angles in South Jutland shortly before they migrated to England. The pictures on the horns offer a substantial explanation of the pre-Christian religion of the Angles. This book describes how many Anglian groups from the continent migrated to England and brought with them their culture and English language. It provides an original analysis of archaeological finds and documentation of the An...

Maestra's first collection of poetry combines artistic ballads, dramatic lyrical works and original philosophical concepts to explore a variety of contemporary topics with a pensive and metaphorical approach. There are several encryptions throughout this volume and its cover, including the author's real name in the last poem 'Untitled'. The theory of binary existance, as mentioned in the preface, suggests that we exist as two entities: the pub...

Three short stories in which Mi Na takes a spiritual journey, Nasu learns the art of acting and Sami faces up to his demons. 'A worn soul swept the restaurant floor at the end of the day. This activity consumed every last sinew of Mi Na's body. He dashed about the space, back and forth, until it was spotless and then he mopped with greater will still.

Zoe was a zebra who lived in Africa. Her best friends were Harry the hippopotamus and Jeanie the giraffe. She loved being with her friends - splashing about in the river and playing hide and seek in the long grass. One morning Zoe woke up and knew something was wrong - she looked all around her - everything seemed normal. Then she looked at her reflection in the river.

Poppy P discovers how positive thoughts about a difficult situation bring rewards. Growing up is a confusing time, it always has been. We're in increasingly politicised times which permeate from the earliest experience of the world through to our later years. Poppy P's story acknowledges the confusion which can be felt by all children and encourages them to question the input to their senses, process it, perceive it and in turn react to it h...

The author has taken a wry look at his life and has come to the conclusion that it's been an interesting one, and at the same time has surprised himself in the process at how long a life it's actually been! According to Me chronicles John Craddock's seven eventful decades on the planet, from hippy-bus globetrotting to the highs and lows of business. As he steps into septuagenarian territory, John looks back at what shaped him - love, loss, mu...

The Story of St Katharine's tells the fascinating story of 23 acres of land by the River Thames with a trading history that began in the 10th century. Queen Matilda inaugurated the ancient hospital of St Katharine in the 11th century and so, under royal patronage the precinct grew. Chris West lives close to St Katharine Docks and with the inspiration of the neighbouring Tower of London and Wapping his book describes both the rich history of St...