In England in 2007 Peter Connelly, a 17 month old little boy - known initially in the media reporting as 'Baby P' - died following terrible neglect and abuse. Fifteen months later, his mother, her boyfriend and the boyfriend's brother were sent to prison. But media attention turned on those who worked to protect children, especially the social workers and their managers, who became the focus of the reporting and of the blame. This book tells what happened to 'Baby P', how the story was tol...

This book continues the Saga of the Iceni, and tells of the Roman invasion of Britain and the life and times of Boudicca and Prasutagus. The King and Queen who have been chosen to lead the Iceni tribe at this critical time in their lives when they must try to prevent an all out war with the Roman legions. A war they know they cannot win.It is also the Story of the Roman soldiers and their leaders who have been given the task of sujugating this tribe, and to destroy their druids. We...

Here is the tale of how Boudiccia came to the holy Island of Gybi and met with the Iceni warrior Prasutagus, of how they fell in love against the wishes of the evil seeress Nemain-D-Chille. A series of events which will light a fire in their lives and their lands that will echo down history, as they try to save their people from the Roman invaders who have come to steal their lands.Here also,to discover the life and times of these Celtae people to learn of their beleifs and customs...

This book continues the story of the Iceni tribe. and their new king Prasutagus. It tells of his search to find the love of his life Boudiccia, who was taken from him on the Druids island of Gybi by the evil seeress Nemain.It describes how with the help of the Druid Dracus, they come to rule over the Iceni tribe. But this is a rocky road, as there are dark forces abroard in the land that will try to frustrate their plans to find a way to make peace with the Roman Invaders.H...

New England's lighthouses project more than lifesaving beams across treacherous expanses of water. They also project an aura of steadfastness, dependability, and safety--and deservedly so. This guide features descriptions and beautiful photographs of more than sixty lighthouses from Northern Maine to the Long Island Sound.

A winning combination of practical travel information, stunning color photographs, and rich maritime history makes Lighthouses of California your essential guide to maritime beacons in the Golden State. From Old Point Loma Light near San Diego to St. George Reef Light near Crescent City, the more than thirty-five lights included here are presented in geographical order, making it easy for you to move from your armchair to the driver's seat and back again.

A wealth of facts and history fill this beautifully designed armchair and reference book. This single volume, packed with full-color and vintage photos, contains everything a lighthouse lover or maritime historian wants to know about lighthouse history, changing technologies, lighthouse keepers, and the lenses themselves. A detailed index of more than 150 lighthouses around the world offers quick and easy access to basic information—know the height, age, elevation, optic type and status fo...

A celebration of the great American lighthouses, their keepers, their histories, and their ongoing storiesFor more than two centuries, lighthouses have helped sailors find their way through treacherous waters, guiding them home or taking them safely through passages on their way to adventure. These historic towers and houses form a sparkling chain of lights along our coasts, a reminder of the past echoing with adventure and mystery, a lure for travelers looking for a glimpse into a...

Are the Santa Lucia Mountains really inhabited by shadowy Dark Watchers? Is the labyrinthine Winchester House still inhabited by the reclusive widow who masterminded its construction? And how did a sewing machine salesman make good on his promise to end a terrible drought in Southern California? From Mount Shasta’s legendary Lemurians to battles with alien spacecraft, California Myths and Legends of makes history fun and pulls back the curtain on some of the Golden State’s most fascinating...

Worcester History Tour takes the reader on a journey through the town of Worcester, which became the focus of manufacturing success with the establishment of its numerous porcelain works. From Worcester Cathedral to the docks from which Worcester’s famed porcelain products were transported, Ray Jones explains the history behind the town’s most significant landmarks. Since then, Worcester has undergone large changes, but remnants of its industrial past remain.

The Suits is a fictional tale that reveals reflective truths about family life. It is an enlightening story of four family members in pursuit of the "Suit-American Dream" who look for ways to make them happy along the way. The father and mother are Charles and Vanessa Suit. And the chidren, a boy and a girl, are named Sally and Shawn. They are often referred to as The Suits and act a lot like like some American families. Suit-American is a metaphor for what one wants out of life like a goo...

Worcester Through Time is a unique insight into the illustrious history of this part of the country. Reproduced in full colour, this is an exciting examination of Worcester, the famous streets and the famous faces, and what they meant to the people of Worcester throughout the 19th and into the 20th Century. Looking beyond the exquisite exterior of these well-kept photos, readers can see the historical context in which they are set. Through the author's factual captions for every picture, a...