Countryside

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) Spend a sunny day in the beautiful countryside. Sit beneath an apple tree, run through flower-filled meadows, climb the highest mountain...and then flip the book and make your way back through the same landscape by the light of the moon! Illustrated in a vibrant riot of colours, this book can be enjoyed from front to back and back to front - one side offering a series of cut-out daytime countryside scenes with trees, flowers and cows, while the other side features the same landscapes at night. This book encourages children to make up and tell stories of their own by offering them a beautiful theatrical backdrop to spur their imaginations. One of the beloved 'Let's Play Games' series books by Herve Tullet, which stimulate thought and imagination in young children. Format:Hardback Pages:14

  Author(s): Geoffrey Young, introductions by Brian Jackman  Title:      The Sunday Times Countryside Companion  ISBN:  none  Publisher/place: Guild Publishing, London  This Edition: Book Club Associates' edition  Year of Publication: 1985  First Published: 1985  Binding: hardcover  - large  Dustjacket: yes  Number of pages:  256  Weight: 1804g  Condition:   Very good  Notes: This book is on the British countryside Please see pictures, as these form part of the description.  

Hardcover in good condition. The d/j in not so good condition. No publication date. 320 pages with nearly 300 photographic illustrations. Book is solidly bound and clean inside. 4cm of the top part of the first end page is cut off. This special Library Edition, printed on art paper, is a remarkable photographic record of the British countryside in all its beauty and from every aspect. Postage in RSA = R58.00 (new PO rates since 1/4/2017). We combine postage.

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This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days `The most effective advertisement for the countryside I've ever encountered' Daily MailWalking Through Spring follows Graham Hoyland's journey as he traces a new national trail, walking north with Spring from the South Coast to the Borders.Hoyland connects a labyrinth of ancient footpaths, marking each mile by planting an acorn and drawing a path of oak trees that stretch through the English countryside.From dairy cows cantering and kicking their heels in lush meadows in the West Country, to galloping bands of lambs in the Peak District and secret green ways winding along canal tow-paths up the Derwent Valley, Hoyland draws inspiration from the vast literary landscape as he watches the season unfold across the country.Whether it is sailing a dinghy through the Lake District or taking in an otter's point of view down the River Eden to the Scottish border, he finds himself engaging with some of England's best nature writers, discovering the essence of the country and meeting England's rural characters along the way. Features Summary `The most effective advertisement for the countryside I've ever encountered' Daily MailWalking Through Spring follows Graham Hoyland's journey as he traces a new national trail... Author Graham Hoyland Publisher William Collins Publishing Release date 20170404 Pages 384 ISBN 0-00-815614-X ISBN 13 978-0-00-815614-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Dorset, with its glorious coastline and gentle rolling hills, is a walker's county. The twenty circular walks in this book vary in length from 2 to 6 miles and are enjoyable all year round. The author has divided the routes into seasons to show each at its very best. In spring, Hod Hill is golden with cowslips and Abbot Street Copse near Pamphill is a sea of bluebells. On a fine day in summer there are wonderful views west over Dorset's Jurassic coast and the heathland near Bere Regis is purple with heather. Autumn brings colour to Beaminster woods and Stanpit Marsh Nature Reserve is a splendid place to see migrant birds. To appreciate the special atmosphere of Eggardon Hill you should walk the ramparts in winter! Each walk is described in detail, with numbered route map and details of the terrain. There are also points of interest that are likely to be seen along the way and local pubs and cafes, recommended for their food, for each route. The countryside is infinitely varied and often spectacular. It is said that after a tour of the Dorset you will have seen three-quarters of England! Anne-Marie Edwards is a member of the Ramblers' Association and is the author of many popular walking guides, including Pub Walks in Dorset and Pocket Pub Walks in The New Forest Features Summary 20 circular walks in the Dorset countryside. A collection of the best walks for spring, summer, winter and autumn, each with a local pub or cafe recommended for its good food and what to look out for along the way. Author Anne-Marie Edwards Publisher Countryside Books Release date 20180319 Pages 96 ISBN 1-84674-352-4 ISBN 13 978-1-84674-352-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days In the tradition of Edward Eager and E.L. Konigsburg, a novel about the excitement¿and the dangers¿of wishing. Tess and her brother, Max, are sent for the summer to their aunt¿s sleepy village in the English countryside, where excitement is as rare as a good wifi signal. So when Tess stumbles upon an old brass key that unlocks an ornately carved gate, attached to a strangely invisible wall, she jumps at the chance for adventure. And the world beyond the gate doesn¿t disappoint. She finds rose gardens, a maze made of hedges, and a boy named William who is just as lonely as she is. But at William¿s castle, strange things begin to happen. Carnival games are paid for in wishes, dreams seem to come alive, and then there's William's eerie warning: Beware of the hawthorn trees. A warning that chills Tess to the bone. In a magical, fantasy world that blurs the line between reality and imagination, readers are left to wonder exactly what they¿d wish for if wishes could come true. Perfect for fans of Half Magic and The Secret Garden¿and for anyone who's ever wondered if magic is real. Features Summary In the tradition of Edward Eager and E.L. Konigsburg, a novel about the excitement—and the dangers—of wishing. Tess and her brother, Max, are sent for the summer to their aunt’s sleepy village in the English countryside... Author Amy Ephron Publisher Penguin Putnam Release date 20170207 Pages 192 ISBN 0-399-54698-7 ISBN 13 978-0-399-54698-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Coined by National Trust co-founder Octavia Hill at the end of the nineteenth century, the phrase 'Green Belt' originally formed part of an impassioned plea to protect the countryside. By the late 1950s, those idealistic Victorian notions had developed into something more complex and divisive. Green Belts became part of the landscape and psyche of post-war Britain, but would lead to conflicts at every level of society - between conservationists and developers, town and country, politicians and people, nimbys and the forces of progress.Growing up on 'the last road in London' on an estate at the edge of the woods, John Grindrod had a childhood that mirrored these tensions. His family, too, seemed caught between two worlds: a wheelchair-bound mother who glowed in the dark; a father who was traumatised by chicken and was eventually done in by an episode of Only Fools and Horses; two brothers - one sporty, one agoraphobic - and an unremarkable boy on the edge of it all discovering something magical.The first book to tell the story of Britain's Green Belts, Outskirts is at once a fascinating social history, a stirring evocation of the natural world, and a poignant tale of growing up in a place, and within a family, like no other. Features Summary A captivating nature memoir telling the story of Britain's Green Belt, our national obsession with the countryside, and the author's childhood. Author John Grindrod Publisher Sceptre Release date 20170525 Pages 368 ISBN 1-4736-2502-5 ISBN 13 978-1-4736-2502-0

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 15 working days A re-telling of the classic E.Nesbit story for children growing in reading confidence. When their father is accused of spying, Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis' life is changed overnight by their move from London to the countryside. But will their father ever come back? Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. The audio CD includes a dramatic listen-along recording with music and sound effects, followed by a read-along version with prompts for page turns. Features Summary A re-telling of the classic E.Nesbit story for children growing in reading confidence. When their father is accused of spying, Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis' life is changed overnight by their move from London to the countryside... Author E. Nesbit (Author), Alan Marks (Illustrator), Mary Sebag-Montefiore (Retold by) Publisher Usborne Publishing Ltd Release date 20080725 Pages 60 ISBN 0-7460-9659-3 ISBN 13 978-0-7460-9659-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 15 working days 'A comfortable chair and a Mary Stewart: total heaven. I'd rather read her than most other authors.' Harriet EvansLinda Martin understands what is to be lonely: her parents died when she was young, and she was raised in an orphanage. When she is hired as a governess to the orphaned young Philippe, Comte de Valmy, Linda finds a kindred spirit in the lonely little boy. But Philippe is the heir to a vast estate in Savoy, and his dangerously handsome uncle may be willing to kill to ensure that Philippe never inherits it.Mary Stewart's wonderful novel of suspense and intrigue set in the idyllic countryside of Savoy. A classic tale by one of the world's most beloved authors. Features Summary Mary Stewart's wonderful novel of suspense and intrigue set in the idyllic countryside of Savoy. A classic tale by one of the world's most beloved authors. Author Mary Stewart Publisher Hodder Paperback Release date 20110201 Pages 455 ISBN 1-4447-1107-5 ISBN 13 978-1-4447-1107-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 15 working days Time City: A place that exists outside time and space. When Vivian is evacuated from London in 1939, she is unexpectedly whisked away there, instead of to the safety of the countryside. The Time Control works to preserve the correct sequence of historic events, but rogue time-travellers are plotting to take control and are stealing the wards that protect the city. If they succeed, Time City and History as we know it will be destroyed. Jonathan and Sam are convinced that Vivian can help save their world. But how can she possibly know what to do, when the important event hasn't even happened yet? Features Summary When Vivian is evacuated from London in 1939, she expects to be staying in the countryside. Instead, she is whisked away to Time City - a place that exists outside time and space. Author Diana Wynne Jones Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Release date 20000605 Pages 395 ISBN 0-00-675520-8 ISBN 13 978-0-00-675520-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 20 - 25 working days A must-have guide for any walker looking for a challenge and wanting to escape the city, this explores the London LOOP London Outer Orbital Path (The London LOOP) which follows a green corridor right around the capital. This spectacular route offers a circular walk among secret countryside that will make you forget you're within a few miles of Heathrow Airport, the A13, or the suburban sprawl of Croydon, Watford or Dagenham. Here is rolling downland near Coulsdon, the forest of Enfield Chase, the lonely Thames marshes at Rainham, the classical parkland of Bushy Park and a canalside stroll at Uxbridge. London could not seem further away. Split into 15 sections that each represent a day's walk of reasonable length, this walker's companion gives detailed descriptions of each walk, including numerous points of interest and key sites numbered in the text and on the maps for easy identification. With background information on everything from local history, architecture, archaeology, industry, land-use and wildlife plus full information on public transport access to the start and finish of each walk, this book shows you how to escape the Big Smoke for the day - without going too far! Features Summary For 140 miles, the London LOOP (London Outer Orbital Path) follows a green corridor right around the capital, offering a circular walk among secret countryside. Author Colin Saunders Publisher Aurum Press Ltd Release date 20170628 Pages 168 ISBN 1-78131-561-2 ISBN 13 978-1-78131-561-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days How much do we really know about the place we call 'home'? In this sweeping, timely book, Nicholas Crane tells the story of Britain.The British landscape has been continuously occupied by humans for 12,000 years, from the end of the Ice Age till the twenty-first century. It has been transformed from a European peninsula of glacier and tundra to an island of glittering cities and exquisite countryside. In this geographical journey through time, we discover the ancient relationship between people and place and the deep-rooted tensions between town and countryside. The twin drivers of landscape change - climate and population - have arguably wielded as much influence on our habitat as monarchs and politics. From tsunamis and farming to Roman debacles and industrial cataclysms, from henge to high-rise and hamlet to metropolis, this is a book about change and adaptation. As Britain lurches from an exploitative past towards a more sustainable future, this is the story of our age. Features Summary The history of 12,000 years of the British landscape, from the Ice Age to the twenty-first century, by prizewinning author Nicholas Crane, co-presenter of COAST. Author Nicholas Crane Publisher Weidenfeld & Nicolson Release date 20170930 Pages 608 ISBN 0-7538-2667-4 ISBN 13 978-0-7538-2667-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 13 working days This fascinating book includes W. H. Hudson's original 1893 account of the birds found in a village in southeast England and compares the species and populations that occurred then with those that are present today. The striking differences are explored in relation to changes in the countryside during the intervening century and through anecdotes gathered from local residents. Incorporating the original text of W. H. Hudson (cofounder of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) from ca. 1893, it includes species accounts of birds in typical rural villages at that time, behavior of countryside birds and our relationship with them, a reminder of a slower pace of life, and a reflection on the many changes in village life and its effects on bird life down the years to the present time. Containing anecdotal considerations of birds and our current generation's knowledge of them, it is illustrated in sepia and full-color images. Features Summary Includes W H Hudson's 1893 account of the birds found in a village in southeast England and compares the species and populations that occurred then with those that are present today... Author W. H. Hudson (Author), Brian Clews (Author) Publisher Wild Guides Release date 20061201 Pages 136 ISBN 1-903657-15-6 ISBN 13 978-1-903657-15-7

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours A house deep in the countryside where the remains of seven unidentified women have just been discovered. A cop ready to risk everything in the hunt for their killers. A man who has seen the murders and is now on the run in fear of his life. So begins the race to track down this witness before the killers do. For Ray Mason and PI Tina Boyd, the road ahead is a dangerous one, with bodies and betrayal at every turn... Features Summary A house deep in the countryside where the remains of seven unidentified women have just been discovered. A cop ready to risk everything in the hunt for their killers... Author Simon Kernick Publisher Century Release date 20180103 Pages 400 ISBN 1-78089-448-1 ISBN 13 978-1-78089-448-5

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) A fascinating guide to Van Gogh's itinerant life, with vibrant images and stories about the many places where he lived and worked This exciting publication familiarizes readers of all ages with the many fascinating facets of Vincent van Gogh (1853--1890)-artist, correspondent, traveler, and modern explorer of Europe's cities and countryside. Thanks to Van Gogh's wanderlust and the rapid expansion of the railway system in Europe in the late 19th century, Van Gogh covered thousands of miles in his lifetime. He lived and worked in more than twenty locations: from the peaceful countryside of the Netherlands and the south of France to the hustle and bustle of big cities such as London and Paris. Authors Nienke Denekamp and Rene van Blerk trace the artist's route across Europe "from Z to A," beginning in his birthplace of Zundert in the southern Netherlands and ending where he died, in Auvers-sur-Oise near Paris. Each location is described with lively and accessible texts, comprehensive timelines, city and country maps, contemporary photographs, and related artworks by Van Gogh. Featuring an eye-catching design, captivating excerpts from Van Gogh's vast body of letters, and hundreds of color images, The Vincent van Gogh Atlas offers a truly unique version of the enduringly compelling story of Van Gogh and instills an appreciation of the many journeys-literal and figurative-that the artist made throughout his life. Format:Hardback

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days In an engrossing historical novel, the Newbery Medal winning author of Bridge to Terabithia follows a young Cuban teenager as she volunteers for Fidel Castro's national literacy campaign and travels into the impoverished countryside to teach others how to read. When thirteen-year-old Nora tells her parents that she wants to join Premier Castro's army of young literacy teachers, her mother screeches to high heaven and her father roars like a lion. Nora has barely been outside of Havana why would she throw away her life in a remote shack with no electricity, sleeping on a hammock in somebody's kitchen? But Nora is stubborn: didn't her parents teach her to share what she has with someone in need? Surprisingly, Nora's abuela takes her side, even as she makes Nora promise to come home if things get too hard. But how will Nora know for sure when that time has come? Shining light on a little-known moment in history, Katherine Paterson traces a young teen s coming-of-age journey from a sheltered life to a singular mission: teaching fellow Cubans of all ages to read and write while helping with the work of their daily lives and sharing the dangers posed by counterrevolutionaries hiding in the hills nearby. Inspired by true accounts, the novel includes an author's note and a time line of Cuban history. Features Summary In an engrossing historical novel, the Newbery Medal winning author of Bridge to Terabithia follows a young Cuban teenager as she volunteers for Fidel Castro's national literacy campaign and travels into the impoverished countryside to teach others how to read... Author Katherine Paterson Publisher Walker Books Ltd Release date 20180320 Pages 208 ISBN 1-4063-8081-4 ISBN 13 978-1-4063-8081-1

Adventure of Tommy & Zic In the town. Tommy lives in the countryside. Come to the town with me, life in town is much more fun. Say Zic. So, Tommy follows his cousin to the town. But that was not fun at all. Why Toomy is going back to the countryside? Let's go to read it now! by Best story books for kids (Author) Shipping Weight: 3.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Paperback: 24 pages Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (February 4, 2018) Language: English ISBN-10: 1984961535 ISBN-13: 978-1984961532 Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 0.1 x 8.2 inches Shipping Weight: 3.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days There just isn't a bad time to walk in the Peak District, each season offers something new. The twenty circular walks in this book vary in length from 2 to 8 miles and are enjoyable all year round. The author has divided the routes into seasons to show each at its very best. In spring, the fields around Monyash are golden with cowslips and the woods near Hayfield are a sea of bluebells. On a fine day in summer there are wonderful views over the hilltops and the moorland around Edale is purple with heather. Autumn brings colour to the Tissington Trail and the reservoirs near Holme are a splendid place to see migrant birds. To appreciate the special atmosphere of the Derwent Valley you should visit in winter. All the walks include details of: * How to get to the start * Where to park * Numbered route map and directions * Distance and terrain * Recommended local pubs and cafes * Points of interest along the way Whenever you manage to pay a visit to the nation's oldest national park, you'll be rewarded with stunning scenery and some excellent pubs in its quaint villages. Peter Naldrett lives in Sheffield, on the edge of the Peak District, and is a geography teacher and journalist. He writes regularly for magazines and is the author or a number of successful walking books including Derbyshire & the Peak District - A Dog Walker's Guide and The Lake District - A Dog Walker's Guide. Features Summary 20 circular walks in the Peak District countryside. A guide to the best walks for spring, summer, winter and autumn, each with a local pub or cafe recommended for its good food and what to look out for along the way. Author Peter Naldrett Publisher Countryside Books Release date 20180312 Pages 96 ISBN 1-84674-355-9 ISBN 13 978-1-84674-355-9

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days An exciting World War II adventure from acclaimed author Ally Sherrick - blending her trademark rip-roaring historical storytelling with mythology and magic!It's World War II and Britain is on the brink of invasion. Londoner George has been sent to live in the countryside while his brother and guardian, Charlie, trains to be a pilot - but he's very far from safe. An ancient burial ground nearby contains a priceless treasure, a magical Anglo-Saxon crown Hitler is desperate to possess. Alongside Kitty, the granddaughter of a Jewish archaeologist, George must find and protect the crown from the Nazi invaders before it's too late... Features Summary Britain is on the brink of invasion. George is sent to the countryside while his brother and guardian, Charlie, trains to be a pilot. But the war is closer than he thinks... Author Ally Sherrick Publisher Chicken House Release date 20180228 Pages 320 ISBN 1-910655-32-5 ISBN 13 978-1-910655-32-0

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Marney the Fox is a Lassie-style tale of a lone fox up against wicked humans via Watership Down and Fantastic Mr Fox. Written by the late M Scott Goodall and beautifully illustrated by John Stokes, Marney the Fox is a Tarka the Otter-style tale of a lone fox, channelling Lassie and The Fantastic Mr Fox along the way. Marney is a young fox trying to survive against the odds, from dodging blood-thirsty humans to encountering other wild animals. This is a beautifully illustrated story capturing the British countryside and wildlife in astonishing detail showcases Stokes' finest work, a masterpiece that has lain un-reprinted for decades and makes an ideal children's book and early Christmas present. * This extraordinarily beautiful book is a lost classic from children's literature and makes a perfect Christmas gift. * There is no other children's graphic novel like it, for its breathtaking rendition of the English countryside and the moving story that owes nods to Tarka the Otter in its sensitive portrayal of animals. * Never before collected. * From the new Treasury of British Comics list from Rebellion, highlighting classic British comics. Features Summary Marney the Fox is a Lassie-style tale of a lone fox up against wicked humans via Watership Down and Fantastic Mr Fox. Author Scott M Goodall (Author), John Stokes (Author) Publisher Rebellion Release date 20171005 Pages 224 ISBN 1-78108-598-6 ISBN 13 978-1-78108-598-1

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days An exciting World War II adventure from acclaimed author Ally Sherrick - blending her trademark rip-roaring historical storytelling with mythology and magic!It's World War II and Britain is on the brink of invasion. Londoner George has been sent to live in the countryside while his brother and guardian, Charlie, trains to be a pilot - but he's very far from safe. An ancient burial ground nearby contains a priceless treasure, a magical Anglo-Saxon crown Hitler is desperate to possess. Alongside Kitty, the granddaughter of a Jewish archaeologist, George must find and protect the crown from the Nazi invaders before it's too late... Features Summary Britain is on the brink of invasion. George is sent to the countryside while his brother and guardian, Charlie, trains to be a pilot. But the war is closer than he thinks... Author Ally Sherrick Publisher Chicken House Release date 20180309 Pages 320 ISBN 1-910655-32-5 ISBN 13 978-1-910655-32-0

Property Address: 14 Oakland Farm The Crags, Plettenberg Bay THE CRAGS - HOUSE / FARM FOR SALE IN PLETTENBERG BAY HOUSE FOR SALE IN TRANQUIL BEAUTIFUL SETTING IN SOUGHT AFTER CRAGS OUTSIDE PLETTENBERG BAY: Lose yourself in park like gardens in the beautiful countryside of the Crags, with stunning mountain views, ponds and a melody of birdlife which fill the huge oak trees that lead up to the main house! The tranquil surroundings give one the sense of peace and harmony, take a stroll down to the pond or just relax on your north facing patio which is laced in sunshine!! There is a 2 bedroom cottage adjacent to the house, it is normally let to generate additional income! Situated in the foothills of the Tsitsikamma Mountains the Crags offers a tranquil lifestyle surrounded by indigenous forests and within a 10 minute drive to either the Nature's Valley or Keurbooms river and beach! The hiking trails of the De Vasselot Nature Reserve which borders the Crags are free to the public and draw many enthusiasts! Formerly a farming district today life also revolves around cottage and tourism industries the community co-operate with the "Cruise the Crags initiative" to publicize tourism & allied activities! The opportunities to work from home are made easier with all the technological advances and there are quite a few home style industries that thrive from here! There is also quick access to the major centres via the N2 highway with Port Elizabeth in the East some 200km down the road and George in the West a mere One and a half hours very scenic drive! Climatic conditions are moderate in winter with occasional snow on the peaks of the mountain range, rainfall is mostly in summer and the cool breeze off the sea means cool evenings around the braai! The Crags is a highly sought after area for its natural beauty and high rainfall. Lovely hikes, polo farms, established dairy farms and an increasing interest in vineyards in the area. It boasts the popular original Barnyard Theatre for live performances, hosting many local and national artists & entertainers all year round! # Kitchen: 1 # Parking: 1 Property Reference #: Nearby Schools The nearby schools, Plettenberg Bay Primary School Nearby Places THE CRAGS Just North of Plett on the road to Port Agent Details: Di & Bobby Rogers Chas Everitt Chas Everitt - Plettenberg Bay 26 Main Street Plettenberg Bay Plettenberg Bay wwww.chaseveritt.co.za

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 20 - 25 working days South Africa is a country rich in pathways, tracks and roads ¿ both tar and gravel. It is also a country of wonderful stories, blessed with a varied, colourful and contested history. For more than a year veteran journalist Luke Alfred walked South Africa¿s roads through cities, countryside and everything in between. Early One Sunday Morning I Decided to Step Out and Find South Africa tells the stories of some of the country¿s most interesting and sometimes forgotten places. Features Summary South Africa is rich in pathways, tracks and roads of both tar and gravel. It’s also a country of wonderful stories. For more than a year veteran journalist Luke Alfred walked roads that go through cities... Author Luke Alfred Publisher Tafelberg Publishers Ltd Release date 20160901 Pages 240 ISBN 0-624-07552-4 ISBN 13 978-0-624-07552-3

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) Ten-year-old Floriana is captivated by the beauty of the magnificent Tuscan villa just outside her small village, and dreams of living there someday. WhenDante, the son of the villa's owner, invites her inside, sheknows that her destiny is there, with him. But as they grow up they cross an unseen line, jeopardizing the very thing they hold most dear...Decades later and hundreds of miles away, a beautiful old country house hotel on England's Devon coast has fallen on hard times. Its owner, Marina, hires an artist-in-residence to stay the summer and teach the guests how to paint. The man she finds is charismatic and wise and begins to pacify the discord in her family and transform the fortunes of the hotel. However, it soon becomes clear that he is not who he seems...From the Italian countryside to the English coast, The House by the Sea is a moving and mysterious tale of love, forgiveness and the past revealed. This book has been published in the US under the title The Mermaid Garden. Format:Paperback Pages:512

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days Shen Congwen (1902?-1988) is one of modern China's great writers. He is also one of the finest Chinese prose stylists of all time. Literary critics and historians have offered several reasons for why Shen Congwen is a great writer. The foremost explanation is his power as a stylist. He could make the Chinese language beautiful. Some critics have praised Shen Congwen for creating characters with beautiful souls. Readers credit him with having described beautiful and fulfilling styles of life, even in materially primitive surroundings, that conjure up the "health and dignity" prized by the Crescent Moon writers. Other critics value Shen Congwen as a realist writer. He has written many works exposing the abuses of the military in the countryside, and the vanity of the urban bourgeoisie. Most of the short stories in this collection, typeset in bilingual format, reveal the plight and the strength of the common people. They were chosen from the period when Shen had already honed a fine writing style, and they were written about rural folks in his native region, and about people he knew from his daily life. There are contradictions between the "new" and the "old," and also between human values with enough integrity to nurture life, versus corruption that leads to the decline and death of a culture. Features Summary This collection of short stories reveals the plight and strength of the common Chinese people. There are contradictions between the "new" and the "old"... Author Shen Congwen (Author), Jeffrey C. Kinkley (Translator) Publisher The Chinese University Press Release date 20031130 Pages 300 ISBN 962-9961-10-5 ISBN 13 978-962-9961-10-7