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Located a thousand miles off the coast of Africa, 32 granite islands called the Seychelles are home to plant species found nowhere else in the world. Fearing the disappearance of this endangered flora, renowned botanical artist Rosemary Wise spent ten years painting the Seychelles' unique plant life in its natural habitat. This book features Wise's beautiful paintings along with her written descriptions of the plants. 79 color plates.
The story of Kael a Celtic Prince, of Sarah Armitage, an ambitious young archaeologist and a desperate Celtic tribe driven to make the ultimate sacrifice: their own future king must die the ritual Death of Three. Bog bodies such as Lindow Man discovered in Cheshire in 1984, though perfectly preserved are ancient. Sarah gets the chance of a lifetime with the discovery of a bog body, but then the vivid, frightening dreams begin, retelling events preceding Kael's death. Haunted by the ghosts of Kael and his lover Soan, past and present mix in her mind. Unwisely becoming romantically involved with a co-worker whilst feeling a growing attraction to Andy, the policeman in charge of a potential murder scene; her work and relationships suffer. Offered the chance to put things right for Kael and Soan she must choose between their happiness and her own. Dare she do what the voices from the past beg her? Is she a human first or a scientist? This is a ghost story, a thriller and a poignant tale of doomed love.
This exquisitely beautiful series of books portrays the cultures, landscapes, fauna, flora and history of an individual country with over 150 stunning photographs and well-written and knowledgeable text. First settled in the seventeenth century, the islands remain much the same as they were thousands of years ago, existing in harmony the past 200 years with a people as sunny and carefree as their tropical home. Now their beauty, and the magic of their many unique creatures and plants are captured in the superb color photography of Mohamed Amin and Duncan Willetts with a memorable text by Adrian Skerrett.
Insight Guides: Inspiring your next adventure These three island countries and regions conjure up instant images of white sand beaches, honeymoons, and general luxury travel, but there is so much more to discover in addition. Be inspired to visit by the fully-updated new edition of Insight Guide Mauritius, Runion & Seychelles, a comprehensive full-colour guide to three very distinctive destinations. Inside Insight Guide Mauritius, Runion & Seychelles: A fully-overhauled edition by three expert local authors. Stunning, specially-commissioned photography that brings these idyllic islands and their people to life. Highlights of the countrys' top attractions, including Piton de la Fournaise on R...
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The Primitive Methodist Connexion's mature social character may have been working-class, but this did not reflect its social origins.
This book explores Zimbabwe's other natural wonders, as well as its history, people, and culture.