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The Ravenmaster


The Ravenmaster
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Author : Christopher Skaife
language : en
Publisher: HarperCollins
Release Date : 2018-10-02

The Ravenmaster written by Christopher Skaife and has been published by HarperCollins this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-02 with Biography & Autobiography categories.


For centuries, the Tower of London has been home to a group of famous avian residents: the ravens. Each year they are seen by millions of visitors, and they have become as integral a part of the Tower as its ancient stones. But their role is even more important than that—legend has it that if the ravens should ever leave, the Tower will crumble into dust and great harm will befall the kingdom. The responsibility for ensuring that such a disaster never comes to pass falls to one man: the Ravenmaster. The current holder of the position is Yeoman Warder Christopher Skaife, and in this fascinating, entertaining and touching book he memorably describes the ravens’ formidable intelligence, their idiosyncrasies and their occasionally wicked sense of humour. The Ravenmaster is a compelling, inspiring and irreverent story that will delight and surprise anyone with an interest in British history or animal behaviour.



The Ravenmaster My Life With The Ravens At The Tower Of London


The Ravenmaster My Life With The Ravens At The Tower Of London
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Author : Christopher Skaife
language : en
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Release Date : 2018-10-02

The Ravenmaster My Life With The Ravens At The Tower Of London written by Christopher Skaife and has been published by HarperCollins UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-02 with History categories.


'Packed with insight and anecdote, his story brings the Tower ravens to vivid life, each bird with a personality of its own. I've been fortunate enough to tour the Tower and meet the ravens a few times in years past; after reading this book, I cannot wait to go back' George R. R. Martin



The Ravenmaster S Secret


The Ravenmaster S Secret
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Author : Elvira Woodruff
language : en
Publisher: Perfection Learning
Release Date : 2005-09

The Ravenmaster S Secret written by Elvira Woodruff and has been published by Perfection Learning this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-09 with categories.


The 11-year-old son of the Ravenmaster at the Tower of London befriends a Jacobite rebel being held prisoner there.



City Of Ravens


City Of Ravens
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Author : Boria Sax
language : en
Publisher: Abrams
Release Date : 2012-07-05

City Of Ravens written by Boria Sax and has been published by Abrams this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-07-05 with Nature categories.


A “quirky and absorbing” exploration of the history and mythology surrounding the ravens at the Tower of London (Publishers Weekly). Tales tell of how Charles II, fearful of ancient legends that Britain will fall if the ravens at the Tower of London ever leave their abode, ordered that the wings of the six ravens be clipped. But the truth is that the ravens only arrived at the Tower in 1883, when they were brought in as props in tales of Gothic horror that were told to tourists. The legend itself originated from the summer of 1944, when ravens in London were used as unofficial spotters for enemy bombs and planes. Boria Sax gives us the first book to tell the true story of the ravens, which has far more high drama than any of the tales the tourists get to hear. Its heroes are the raven couple Grip and Mable, who eloped from the Tower together after World War II, leaving it empty and prompting fears that the British Empire would end; Jackie, who kept watch at a brewery; McDonald, who was murdered; and Thor, who could not accept his loss of flight. For over a century, the ravens have been symbols of cruelty, avatars of fate—and cuddly national pets. But Sax shows us how the ravens have come to represent Britain’s natural heritage, without which any nation would be impoverished. This informing and reflective volume addresses the need to connect with animals and the natural world and shows us the human need for wonder at nature. Praise for City of Ravens “Both a delight and a profound illumination of the subject . . . with unexpected and fascinating conclusions.” —Esther Woolfson, author of Corvus “A wonderful contribution to the modern history and mythology of one of the world’s greatest cities.” —Ronald Hutton, Commissioner of English Heritage “Boria Sax traces the history of the ravens in the Tower of London with accurate scholarship and engaging stories.” —John Marzluff, co-author of In the Company of Crows and Ravens “The author delves into the true history and cultural importance of these massive corvids. It’s a lively, entertaining tale, with a few grisly details from real events.” —Anna Sanders, Audubon Magazine



The Ravenmaster S Boy


The Ravenmaster S Boy
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Author : Mary Hoffman
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2017-04

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Arise


Arise
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Author : K a Riley
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2021-11-04

Arise written by K a Riley and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-11-04 with categories.


Kress and Brohn, a young Emergent couple with techno-genetically enhanced abilities, embark on a quest to infiltrate the Cult of the Devoted in the skyscraping arcology in the middle of what's left of Denver, Colorado. When Brohn mysteriously vanishes early in their mission, Kress-accompanied by Render, her psychically-connected raven companion-is forced to undertake a perilous journey through a danger-filled, post-apocalyptic city to find him and get him back. In this high-stakes adventure, inspired by Homer's epic The Odyssey, Kress must battle manipulators, gangsters, giants, and ghosts, and will literally go through Hell to find the man she loves.



The Tudor Bride


The Tudor Bride
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Author : Joanna Hickson
language : en
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Release Date : 2014-01-02

The Tudor Bride written by Joanna Hickson and has been published by HarperCollins UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-02 with Fiction categories.


The thrilling story of the French princess who became an English queen, from the best-selling author of The Agincourt Bride. Perfect for fans of The White Queen.



The Bees


The Bees
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Author : Laline Paull
language : en
Publisher: Harper Collins
Release Date : 2014-05-06

The Bees written by Laline Paull and has been published by Harper Collins this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-05-06 with Fiction categories.


Born into the lowest class of an ancient hierarchical society, Flora 717 is a sanitation worker, an Untouchable, whose labour is at her ancient orchard hive's command. As part of the collective, she is taught to accept, obey and serve. Altruism is the highest virtue, and worship of her beloved Queen, the only religion. Her society is governed by the priestess class, questions are forbidden and all thoughts belong to the Hive Mind. But Flora is not like other bees. Her curiosity is a dangerous flaw, especially once she is exposed to the mysteries of the Queen's Library. But her courage and strength are assets, and Flora finds herself promoted up the social echelons. From sanitation to feeding the newborns in the royal nursery to becoming an elite forager, Flora revels in service to her hive. When Flora breaks the most sacred law of all—daring to challenge the Queen's fertility—enemies abound, from the fearsome fertility police who enforce the strict social hierarchy to the high priestesses who are jealously wed to power. Her deepest instinct to serve and sacrifice is now overshadowed by an even deeper desire, a fierce maternal love that will bring her into conflict with her conscience, her heart and her society, and lead her to commit unthinkable deeds . . .



A Life Discarded 148 Diaries Found In A Skip


A Life Discarded 148 Diaries Found In A Skip
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Author : Alexander Masters
language : en
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Release Date : 2016-05-05

A Life Discarded 148 Diaries Found In A Skip written by Alexander Masters and has been published by HarperCollins UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-05-05 with Biography & Autobiography categories.


Unique, transgressive and as funny as its subject, A Life Discarded has all the suspense of a murder mystery. Written with his characteristic warmth, respect and humour, Masters asks you to join him in celebrating an unknown and important life left on the scrap heap.



The Solitude Of Ravens


The Solitude Of Ravens
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Author : Masahisa Fukase
language : en
Publisher: San Francisco : Bedford Arts
Release Date : 1991

The Solitude Of Ravens written by Masahisa Fukase and has been published by San Francisco : Bedford Arts this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991 with Art categories.


"In The Solitude of Ravens Masahisa Fukase's work can be deemd to have reached its supreme height; it can also be said to have fallen to its greatest depth ... If we attempted to peek any further into the abyss of solitude revealed ... we would probably end up being abstracted in to a side-sweeping storm or else into a flock of ravens covering the sky."--Akira Hasegawa