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Containing unique information on bicycle fit, as well as a comprehensive strength-training program, this guide shows women how to meet their riding goals. 15 photos. 15 illustrations. Tables.

A tour of the obvious and the oblique, the monumental and the downright quirky, this guide to Swansea explores and uncovers the eclectic, gritty, whimsical, and rich history of the city in postindustrial south Wales. Once a dynamic and thriving imperial port and later famous for a vibrant artistic life, Nigel Jenkins combines civic and social history with his own autobiographical reminiscences, bringing to life a place which mixes Dylan Thomas...

Charming in its depictions of life in the gym, of the daily office grind and serves as a refreshing insight into provincial Britain today, " --"The Guardian

The starting point for his poetic seems to be a precision in the employment of description, no doubt a natural byproduct of the acuity of his observation. As this collection progresses [ - ] Borkovec's poems tend to vary more in their form, with longer pieces becoming more frequent, and his utterance taking on more dependent clauses. There is a feeling of exploration in this, given that the poet does not become more lax in his line, nor less f...

Seren have served [Leslie Norris] well." The Warwick Review

This fascinating memoir of Sir Kyffin Williams addresses his strongly held views on art, his involvement in the creation of galleries, and, in particular, his long affliction with epilepsy, which had profound effects on both his professional and personal lives. Thoroughly researched from primary sources, this revealing book about Wales' most significant artist also contains a series of essays, all of which contribute to the style of this best-...

This myth for modern times reaffirms the belief that we are all linked and involved in the future and the past of our world in ways of which we are barely aware. The saga begins as Gwidion--a boy on the verge of manhood and to whom 9/11 means nothing--tries to understand the psychic shock waves of an event that once shook the world and are still felt in his village, all that is left of what was once Wales. Gwidion's unusual mental powers bring...

The battles in arts funding is a common problem in many nations and this commentary relates the struggles of arts and media programs in Wales. Written from a personal perspective, this account focuses on the battle to maintain the arm's length principle--both parties are on equal footing with no gain--in arts funding, while also describing the long devolutionary road and a struggle to sustain a more local voice in the face of globalization and...

A poignant novella is set in a tiny Cornish village, this work unfolds over three days and two nights, focusing on the relationship between Jenna, a poet, and a 19-year-old student, Tomas Lock, who is interviewing for a spot in her college class. Despite the apparently tranquil setting for the meeting, both characters are, at the same time, going through devastating events in their personal lives. Shifting between their contrasting points of v...

Informed by a consciousness that is as fiercely personal and tender as it is public-minded and political, this compelling collection presents a wide range of poetry, from a sonnet, a sestina, and a villanelle, to a pantoum, a ghazal, or a fluid free verse poem. Divided into two parts, the book's first part contains a series of muse poems that are inspired by lines or images from the Italian poet, Eugenio Montale, and also influenced by the Hul...

I'm thankful for a book that reminds us ... what poetry can do to open things out for us. I suggest you buy it. Poetry Review "Her book is a gem - Written simply, and with feeling, these poems suit the quotes well in most cases." ECOS & Landscape & Arts Network 'Reviews' I am struck both by the beauty of this book and its relevance in pointing toward the essential role of poetry in shaping a saner twenty-first-century culture of science. The s...

Predating the wheel, the ski has played an important role in our history. This is brilliantly brought to life in this engaging book.

Occult investigator Quincey Morris and his consultant, white witch Libby Chastain, are hired to free a family from a deadly curse that dates back to the Salem witch trials, and takes them on an adventure across the USA.

With images and advice, this book on handbuilding ceramics guides would-be ceramicists through the basics, from selecting the right clay body and embellishing the surface, to glaze treatments or setting a firing temperature. Each technique is laid out in step-by-step photographs with projects in-progress and gallery images.

Illustrating the divine glory of the universe, this enlightening reference explores the extraordinary abilities and adaptations of 12 unique land animals, including a fox, turtle, camel, and chameleon. Each creature ?speaks? about their particular survival tactics and special skills and explains how they enjoy social and familial interactions similar to humans. Children will be delighted to discover that termites build skyscrapers, spiders hun...

The magnificent diversity of life is celebrated in this vividly illustrated guide to large creatures. Kangaroos, ostriches, pandas, and crocodiles are among the 13 giant animals explored, providing young readers with a new appreciation for the bigger members of the animal kingdom while teaching them about each creature's distinctive characteristics and lifestyles. The secrets behind polar bears' below-ground snow shelters, how a whale feeds he...

trespass \'trespes\ n: a transgression of law involving one's obligations to God or to one's neighbor, a violation of moral law, an offense, a sin "-Webster's New International Dictionary, " Second Edition, Unabridged In what may be her most unsettling novel to date, Sue Grafton's "T is for Trespass" is also her most direct confrontation with the forces of evil. Beginning slowly with the day-to-day life of a private eye, Grafton suddenly shift...

Are you ready to teach your students the value of a healthy, active lifestyle? Teaching physical education is a rewarding way to influence kids for generations to come. Prepare for the WEST-E Health and Fitness certification exam with XAMonline's helpful study guide. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of the competencies/skills sets found on the WEST-E Health and Fitness test. A range of essential subjects are covered within this guide...

Art is Life! Don't let an exam stand in the way of your career! XAMonline's practice test guide will help you prepare for the WEST-E Visual Arts certification exam. This practice guide will assess your knowledge of the competencies/skills sets, as well as the major sub-areas, including processes of drawing, painting, printmaking, and ceramics, found on the WEST-E Visual Arts test.