The winter can be long, cold, and hard. Even the holidays can be terrible.Then, there comes a time of year when some places are no longer used.No longer needed.No longer wanted.It's the coldest part of the year, in nearly every sense.It is when a lot of the world is...Closed for the Season.Sometimes people go into those places anyway.Dare you follow them?Stories by:Lee F. Patrick, Rob Nisbet, Ross Baxter, D.H. ...

Practical, portable and easy to use, these regional field guides are the ideal companion for all experienced and beginner birdwatchers in Australia.the Pizzey & Knight regional birding guides are easy to use, handy and portable field guides for beginner and experienced birdwatchers alike. Designed to complement Australia's best-selling tHE FIELD GUIDE tO tHE BIRDS OF AUStRALIA, now in its 9th edition, each regional guide includes every bird found within the region, organized by the ...

A fresh theory on how individuals respond to inequalities occurring within their own communities. This original and insightful study draws on empirical research on the Santal people of Asia, examining power relations within social fields, and the state, to reveal a typology of power practices, and applies these to forced marriage in the West.

Practical, portable and easy to use, these fully illustrated regional pocket field guides are the ideal companion for all experienced and beginner birdwatchers in Australia.the Pizzey & Knight regional birding guides are easy to use, handy and portable field guides for beginner and experienced birdwatchers alike. Designed to complement Australia's best-selling tHE FIELD GUIIDE tO tHE BIRDS OF AUStRALIA, now in its 9th edition, each regional guide includes every bird found within the...

The extraordinary creations of expert engraver F. Knight defined the lavish style of ornamentation associated with Victorian design. With clean lines and artful shading, Knight captured the spirit of the age in fanciful illustrations that combined the sentimental, the intricate, and the fantastic.This extravagant collection of Knight's work, reproduced directly from a rare original 19th-century edition, contains a fabulous assortment of images: elaborate wall murals with trompe-...

You’re in for a mystery treat this time, with the first Honey West novel. (If you’re not familiar with Honey, she debuted in 1957—and created quite a stir as the first woman detective in a field dominated by hardboiled males. See my long intro directly before the book for a complete dossier on Honey.) Plus this issue we have an original tale from Nikki Knight (courtesy of Acquiring Editor Michael Bracken), a great tale by David Dean (courtesy of Acquiring Editor Barb Goffman), and the firs...

Originally published London 1931, this is a well illustrated book that will prove invaluable to the class of yachtsmen for whom it is intended, with much information that will still be found practical and relevant to the modern reader. Contents include: The Selection of a Boat; The Effect of the Wind on a Boat; Splices, Knots, and Tackles; The Small Open Sailing Boat; Open Sailing Boats with Boom-Sails, and Half Decked Boat; Decked Boats; Seamanship; Open Boat Sailing; The Cruising Yacht; ...

"The Harwich Naval Forces: Their Part in the Great War" by E. F. Knight delves into the pivotal role played by the Harwich Naval Forces during World War I. Knight meticulously explores the naval operations, battles, and engagements that shaped the conflict, highlighting the strategic importance of maritime warfare and the tactical brilliance of British naval commanders. Through a comprehensive examination of naval tactics and campaigns, Knight paints a vivid picture of the Royal Navy's con...

"The Harwich Naval Forces: Their Part in the Great War" by E. F. Knight provides a detailed account of the naval operations conducted by the Harwich Force during World War I. Knight, drawing on his extensive research and firsthand accounts, illustrates the strategic importance of this naval group in the North Sea. The book highlights key battles, the challenges faced by the sailors, and the impact of their efforts on the broader war effort. It serves as a tribute to the bravery and dedicat...

In "A Desperate Voyage," E. F. Knight narrates the story of his journey aboard the Falcon, a small sailing yacht, which he and his crewmates attempted to sail across the Atlantic from Newfoundland to England. However, the Falcon encountered severe storms and suffered damage that left the crew stranded in the North Atlantic.Knight vividly describes the challenges they faced—adverse weather conditions, lack of provisions, and the constant threat of capsizing. The crew's struggle for survival...

"The Cruise of the 'Alerte'" by E. F. Knight is an adventurous narrative that chronicles the journey of a naval vessel, the Alerte, as it embarks on a mission filled with exploration and discovery. Knight's vivid descriptions bring to life the challenges faced by the crew as they navigate through treacherous waters and encounter various maritime phenomena. The book captures the essence of naval life, highlighting the camaraderie among sailors and the thrill of adventure on the high seas, m...

Throughout history sailing has been instrumental in the development of civilization, affording humanity greater mobility than travel over land, whether for trade, transport or warfare, and the capacity for fishing. Sailing has contributed to many great explorations in the world. In 1889, Knight sailed to the island of Trindade off the coast of Brazil in a 64-foot cutter named the Alerte. He was in search of treasure. In The Classic Guide to Sailing, E. F. Knight, the soldier, journalist an...