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The course of true love never did run smooth ... Demetrius loves
Hermia, but Helena loves Demetrius. Hermia loves Lysander but has
been promised to Demetrius. When the young people run away to the
forest and the fairies also get involved, mix ups and confusion
follow. Can it all be sorted out before morning?
PART STORY, PART GAME - PURE ADVENTURE! "A new way of telling
stories and in many ways the birth of modern gaming, these books
captured the imaginations of a generation of kids - it's great to
think that a new generation are going to be similarly captivated"
bestselling author Charlie Higson When an ancient artifact is
discovered inside Firetop Mountain, its evil magic unleashes
terrifying Iron Giants upon the world. In a race against time, YOU
must find the only person who knows how to defeat them. Where does
he live? Will he help? Will YOU survive? ABOUT THE SERIES The
multi-million copy globally bestselling choose-your-own-adventure
series is repackaged and reignited for a brand new generation of
children. All you need is a dice and you can choose which way the
story goes Be careful - the main character can die at any point! 20
million copies sold worldwide in 32 languages Perfect for kids who
love gaming A great way to encourage children away from gaming on
screens and get them back into reading books!
Although it took place over three decades ago, the Vietnam War, at
times, seems to be a scar that will not heal. This memoir/essay
details the journey of an extremely eager "true believer," a young
pilot who couldn't wait to get in the war, and was afraid it would
be over before he could participate. Starting in the early sixties,
this memoir captures the thoughts and feelings of a somewhat
idealistic, young pilot as he seeks adventure, glory and
excitement, in what he believes to be a truly worthwhile cause. The
narrative covers Colonel McCarthy's assignment to the F-4 Phantom
II fighter, at the time one of the most capable fighter planes
available. It details the extensive training necessary to turn him
into a fighter pilot, and follows him as he is thrust into the
midst of the intense air campaigns over North Vietnam and Laos. The
numerous descriptions of "toe curling" missions give the reader a
realistic feeling of what it was like to be in combat, but, more
than that, they show how America's longest and most divisive war
was perceived by those who were at the very sharpest point of the
spear. Unlike many fighter pilot narratives of combat, McCarthy's
retrospective account offered him an opportunity to reexamine his
past beliefs, and he candidly discusses why they have altered
significantly. While the accounts of air combat are riveting by
themselves, these reflections prove to be equally fascinating.
Carlisle charts the city's emergence as an urban centre under the
Romans and traces its vicissitudes over subsequent centuries until
the high Middle Ages. Arguably, the most important theme that
differentiates its development from many other towns is its
position as a 'border' city. The characteristics of the landscape
surrounding Carlisle gave it special significance as a front-line
element in the defence of the Roman province of Britannia and later
at the frontier of two emerging kingdoms, England and Scotland. In
both cases, it occupied the only overland route in the west between
these two kingdoms, emphasising the importance of understanding its
landscape setting. This volume sheds light on the processes of
urbanization under the Romans beginning with a fort, developing
into a major nodal hub, and ending as the capital city of the local
tribe, the Carvetii. The story continues with the collapse of Roman
rule and the city's re-emergence first as a monastic centre, then
as a proto-town in the period of Anglo-Scandinavian settlement.
Finally, the Norman Conquest confirmed Carlisle's importance with
the establishment of a castle, a diocese, and an Augustinian
Priory, as well as the granting of specific rights to the citizens.
Carlisle uses a combination of archaeological discoveries and
historical data to explore the history and legacy of this
fascinating city.
Carlisle charts the city's emergence as an urban centre under the
Romans and traces its vicissitudes over subsequent centuries until
the high Middle Ages. Arguably, the most important theme that
differentiates its development from many other towns is its
position as a 'border' city. The characteristics of the landscape
surrounding Carlisle gave it special significance as a front-line
element in the defence of the Roman province of Britannia and later
at the frontier of two emerging kingdoms, England and Scotland. In
both cases, it occupied the only overland route in the west between
these two kingdoms, emphasising the importance of understanding its
landscape setting. This volume sheds light on the processes of
urbanization under the Romans beginning with a fort, developing
into a major nodal hub, and ending as the capital city of the local
tribe, the Carvetii. The story continues with the collapse of Roman
rule and the city's re-emergence first as a monastic centre, then
as a proto-town in the period of Anglo-Scandinavian settlement.
Finally, the Norman Conquest confirmed Carlisle's importance with
the establishment of a castle, a diocese, and an Augustinian
Priory, as well as the granting of specific rights to the citizens.
Carlisle uses a combination of archaeological discoveries and
historical data to explore the history and legacy of this
fascinating city.
This is a chronicle of the magical side of The Rock, told in vivid
prose that will engage the attentions of readers both young and
old. Fables, Fairies & Folklore of Newfoundland includes tales
such as Big Black Bull of Hollow Tree, The Harbour Grace Prophecy,
The Thing From the Sea and The Fairy Captive.
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