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The major temperate forage legumes are of global importance in the
sustainable productivity of ruminant feed in the developed world.
This book brings together in one volume all aspects of their basic
biology and associated production practices. Emphasis is placed on
the importance of understanding plant characteristics and their
consequences in terms of forage output, quality and utilization by
livestock. Recent research advances are reviewed and put into
context and several recently commercialised species are also
covered. The introduction considers the history, current extent,
benefits and limits of temperate forage legume usage. Subsequent
chapters are dedicated to a comprehensive examination of each
forage species in turn, dealing with their origin, morphology,
physiology, ecology, nitrogen-fixing capability, cultivars, seed
production, nutritive value and productivity. The key factors for
optimal management are identified and the prospects for the future
outlined, including the potential arising from the use of
biotechnology. This book is essential reading for degree and
postgraduate students of plant science, agronomy and animal
production. Additionally, students and researchers in ecology and
environmental science will also find it a valuable resource. The
management sections will be of particular value to grassland
advisers, consultants and progressive land users.
Three brothers. Three assassins. One destination. In the dark
forests of Westhealm lies the fabled Citadel of Lies. Seth, Eni and
Val Falkyn travel towards it - and towards an uncertain future. Val
must retrieve the Blood Stone, a powerful charm that can open a way
to Moden, the magical underworld prison. He must free Floriana
DeSanith - the only person who can train the brothers in the ways
of the Sentoran. Yet another powerful, artefact lies within the
Citadel of Lies. In the wrong hands, it could destroy the world.
Three assassins stalk the brothers. Seth, Eni and Val must die
before they reach the Citadel. Before they discover the truth. The
Citadel of Lies (Book Two of the Paladnith Chronicles) is a tale of
epic adventure, discovery and courage. It continues the quest of
three men, and the destiny that awaits them.
Three brothers. One legacy that binds them. Seth is weary of his
life as a marshal's bodyguard, yet he's never embarked on the
adventures he's always dreamed of. Eni is married to his job. He's
a talented weaponsmith who has willingly sacrificed everything for
his craft. Val hides in his library, preferring the company of
books to people. Living in different corners of Paladnith, the
brothers parted ways ten years earlier. They haven't seen each
other since. There's an emptiness in each of their lives, yet they
don't intend on changing anything - until fate intervenes.
Unbeknown to the brothers, their mother - who disappeared when they
were children - was a powerful witch. The only reason they're still
alive is because of the protection charms they wear around their
necks. Amulets she gave them. Thirty years on, the charms no longer
shield them. They have now reached manhood and must face the future
alone. Suddenly, the brothers' safe, easy lives begin to unravel.
Seth finds himself on the run - from a caped attacker who will
never stop hunting him. Eni witnesses a stabbing and ends up
accused of murder - a crime he will hang for. Val's master sends
him on a perilous quest across the mountains - one he's not
supposed to return from. The brothers embark on three separate
journeys; ones that will tear away their old identities and force
them to face the truth of who they really are. Journey of Shadows
(Book One of the Paladnith Chronicles) is a tale of epic adventure,
discovery, fear and courage. It's the story of three men, and the
destiny that awaits them.
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