A Towpath Tale
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Tales From The Towpath
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Author : Fiona Eadie
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2018-10-26
Tales From The Towpath written by Fiona Eadie and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-26 with History categories.
Have you ever wondered about the people who lived and worked along the canals? Have you ever caught a glimpse of something they might have seen or an echo of something they might have heard? As the Stroudwater Navigation and the Thames and Severn canal wind their way from Framilode to Inglesham, they hold the stories of all who lived and worked on them. From Jack spinning yarns as he legs barges through the Sapperton Tunnel to Elizabeth swimming for all she is worth in the Wallbridge gala, the stories in ' Tales from the Towpath' span 250 years of life on the Cotswold canals. Mixing fact and fiction, they bring the past to life and, like all the best tales, appeal to children and adults alike. These original tales by storyteller Fiona Eadie are complemented by the evocative illustrations of local artist Tracy Spiers.
Folk Tales From The Canal Side
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Author : Ian Douglas
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2021-03-22
Folk Tales From The Canal Side written by Ian Douglas and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-03-22 with Fiction categories.
Twisting and turning its way through great cities and towns is the eternal navigation: a network of canals that fed the industrial growth of our country. Nowadays we might consider our waterways a place to find peace and relaxation, but under that tranquil surface hides a turbulent past. Storyteller and narrowboat dweller Ian Douglas has salvaged a wealth of stories from the depths. Murder and mystery, heroes and love, devils and oatcakes are all wrapped up in this wonderful book – but beware ... you will never see the towpath in the same way again!
Tales From The Tillerman
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Author : Steve Haywood
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2021-09-02
Tales From The Tillerman written by Steve Haywood and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-09-02 with Travel categories.
'Haywood imprints his inimitable humour on his descriptions of the people and places he meets along the way.' – BBC Countryfile magazine 'He conjures up a picture of a different world, filled with interesting and eccentric people. A cross-section of the best of middle England, in fact.' – The Oxford Times Steve Haywood has been cruising the inland waterways for fifty years, and has amassed a following of readers keen to hear about his travelling tales on Britain's beautiful canals and rivers. His previously published books – Narrowboat Dreams, One Man and a Narrowboat, Too Narrow to Swing a Cat and Narrowboat Nomads – have all been hugely enjoyed by those with a desire for a narrowboat narrative told in Steve's witty, charming style. Tales from the Tillerman is Steve's next title and is both his tribute to Britain's canals, rivers and countryside and a celebration of Britishness in all its eccentric glory. Unlike Steve's previous titles, which have each focussed on one particular journey that Steve has taken, Tales from the Tillerman is casting the net wider and drawing from his full fifty years of experience, recounting the many hair-raising escapades he's had up and down the country and reflecting on how the country and the cruising landscape has changed in those fifty years. Anecdotes and light-hearted rants aplenty, mixed with some tall tales and a smattering of the nostalgic, in Tales from the Tillerman you'll be thoroughly entertained as a middle-aged man (oh, go on then, an old one) reflects on his long love affair with boats and waterways, contemplating their importance to his life and how they've changed it.
W A G S Tale
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Author : Margaret Turnbull
language : en
Publisher: Good Press
Release Date : 2023-11-18
W A G S Tale written by Margaret Turnbull and has been published by Good Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-11-18 with Fiction categories.
In Margaret Turnbull's 'W. A. G.'s Tale', readers are transported to a whimsical yet thought-provoking world filled with intriguing characters and gripping plot twists. The book, written in a captivating and evocative literary style, explores themes of identity, fate, and the power of storytelling. With vivid descriptions and clever narrative devices, Turnbull creates a rich literary context that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. Margaret Turnbull, known for her masterful storytelling and deep understanding of human nature, brings her unique perspective to 'W. A. G.'s Tale'. Drawing from her own experiences and observations, Turnbull weaves a complex and multi-layered tale that challenges readers to question the nature of reality and the role of storytelling in shaping our understanding of the world. I highly recommend 'W. A. G.'s Tale' to readers who enjoy literary fiction with a touch of magical realism. Margaret Turnbull's engaging writing style and thought-provoking themes make this book a must-read for those looking for a captivating and intellectually stimulating experience.
The Novels And Tales Of Robert Louis Stevenson In The South Seas A Foot Note To History
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Author : Robert Louis Stevenson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1896
The Novels And Tales Of Robert Louis Stevenson In The South Seas A Foot Note To History written by Robert Louis Stevenson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1896 with categories.
Mary Elizabeth Braddon Ultimate Collection Mystery Novels Victorian Romances Supernatural Tales
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Author : Mary Elizabeth Braddon
language : en
Publisher: DigiCat
Release Date : 2023-11-10
Mary Elizabeth Braddon Ultimate Collection Mystery Novels Victorian Romances Supernatural Tales written by Mary Elizabeth Braddon and has been published by DigiCat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-11-10 with Fiction categories.
In "Mary Elizabeth Braddon Ultimate Collection: Mystery Novels, Victorian Romances & Supernatural Tales," readers are ushered into the intricate world of Victorian literature, where Braddon's storytelling prowess shines through her diverse genres. This comprehensive anthology encapsulates Braddon's fascination with the complexities of love and moral ambiguity, featuring captivating mysteries and tantalizing supernatural elements. Her masterful command of suspense and character development, coupled with rich, atmospheric settings, reflects the period's intricate social mores and Gothic influences, revealing a nuanced exploration of femininity and societal constraints. Mary Elizabeth Braddon, a prominent figure in Victorian literature, emerged as a formidable author and career woman during a time when women's voices were often stifled. Her personal experiences, including hardships and the challenges of being a single mother, undoubtedly inspired the depth and resilience found in her characters. Braddon's early exposure to the publishing world and her involvement in periodicals led to her swift rise in popularity, particularly with her sensational novel "Lady Audley's Secret." This ultimate collection is a must-read for those seeking to investigate the intersection of mystery, romance, and the supernatural within the Victorian context. Braddon's engaging narratives and compelling themes make this anthology essential for scholars, enthusiasts, and casual readers alike, offering a rich tapestry of emotion, intrigue, and the timeless struggle for autonomy.
The Narrowboat Guide 2nd Edition
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Author : Tony Jones
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2023-07-06
The Narrowboat Guide 2nd Edition written by Tony Jones and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-07-06 with Sports & Recreation categories.
A fully revised and expanded edition of the only resource you'll need for choosing, owning and maintaining a narrowboat. The UK has over 2000 miles of navigable canals and rivers which are home to an estimated 35,000 licensed boats. Although canal boats can look much the same to the novice, there are some very important differences to be aware of. If you're new to boating you have some important choices to make. This comprehensive book examines the options available to different types of boaters. From those who choose to live aboard their boats and constant cruisers to fair-weather cruisers, hire boating and share boat syndicates – each will need a different type of boat if they are to fully enjoy their time afloat. Packed with case studies and advice from real boaters with years of experience to share, this second edition has been thoroughly updated throughout and includes new information on liveaboard costs and considerations, eco-friendly boating options, shared ownership and tax-free boat building, as well as: - The cost of boating - Choosing the ideal boat for your boating profile - Buying a boat and the legalities of purchase - Choosing suitable internal fittings and features - Heating, lighting, toilets and hot water options - Boat electrics and solar power - Finding a mooring - Boating health and safety - Locks, swing-bridges and the boating 'highway code' - Boat maintenance - Boating etiquette and best practice
The Night Doctor And Other Tales
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Author : Steve Rasnic Tem
language : en
Publisher: Crossroad Press
Release Date : 2022-03-14
The Night Doctor And Other Tales written by Steve Rasnic Tem and has been published by Crossroad Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-03-14 with Fiction categories.
This new collection of 25 stories, including two appearing here for the first time, collects the best of Steve Rasnic Tem's dark fiction published since his landmark Centipede tome Out of the Dark: A Storybook of Horrors. A number have appeared in various Year’s Best volumes. All represent the high quality of Tem’s prose and the wide range of his approaches to the horror genre. In The Night Doctor And Other Tales, you will encounter the most haunting figures ever to cross Tem’s imagination: a man obsessed with his own breath and the breathing he hears that is not his own; a husband waiting for his wife as new bodies appear at the bottom of his yard; a weekend fisherman and the unseen man sharing his fishing hut; a loyal husband dealing with the latest changes in his wife’s physical appearance; a strange widower in his house by the sea; a devoted mother trying to protect her son from the nightmares of the past; a son returning to a dreaded summer vacation spot; a grandfather protecting his grandchildren from a legacy of dark transformations; and, in the title story, an elderly man awaits the visit of a mysterious family physician. Stories included in this collection: Breathing Apartment B Red Rabbit The Hanged Man The Fishing Hut A Sudden Event Paula Breaks Lost in the Garden of Earthly Delights Blattidae Wine Half-Light Mister Ainsley The Long Fade into Evening Domestic Magic The Secret Laws of the Universe The Man in the Rose Bushes The Night Doctor The Enemy Within Stick Men Too Many Ghosts When You're Not Looking Between the Pilings The Erased The Wake The Weight Lost The Monster Makers
Tales From The Great Lakes
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Author : Robert B. Townsend
language : en
Publisher: Dundurn
Release Date : 1996-07-26
Tales From The Great Lakes written by Robert B. Townsend and has been published by Dundurn this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996-07-26 with Transportation categories.
For more than two hundred years, thousands of giant sailing ships traversed the Great Lakes carrying cargo and passengers. The memory of the romance and elegance of these beautiful ships has almost been forgotten in the search for greater efficiency and speed in our modern world. C.H.J. Snider (1879-1971) chronicled this era in his 1,303 "Schooner Days" columns for Toronto’s The Evening Telegram between 1931 and 1954. A great marine researcher and artist, Snider himself worked aboard schooners in his youth and studied first-hand the development of the Great Lakes region. Coupled with Snider’s writings are those of Robert B. Townsend, who, besides introducing Snider’s stories, adds some of his own.
Great Great Yarmouth Tales
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Author : V.R. Bennett
language : en
Publisher: Author House
Release Date : 2015-01-13
Great Great Yarmouth Tales written by V.R. Bennett and has been published by Author House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-01-13 with Fiction categories.
V.R.Bennett was born in an air raid shelter in the London blitz his birth cries drowned by the screaming doodle bugs as they rained from the sky. Part of a family of thirteen on a social housing estate in North London money was stretched food was scarce and personal space only existed in the toilet until the banging on the door by one or more of his siblings snatched even those precious moments shattering his daydreams into reality. The London gang wars the student and race riots became the backdrop for many of the stories and bizarre characters that drifted onto and out of his as his experience's were collected like pollen on a bumble bee legs and stored in his memories. It is this journey he laces into the stories as he writes with the ever present cockney humour that help him cope with adversity.