This amusing insight into Cunard's legendary liners begins more than fifty years ago when Paul Curtis joined the original Queen Mary as entertainments officer. Over a Cunard high tea in the Queens Room, Paul recounts the stories of these iconic ships. Then, over a drink in the Red Lion, he shares the tales of the antics of both passengers and crews. The facts are delivered in vivid detail – some of them things you should know and an occasional peep at things you shouldn't....

Passenger ships have always played a key role in shaping our lives and destinies. From the biggest to the smallest, the most beautiful to the most basic, in peacetime and war, they have carried emigrants, holidaymakers, troops and other travellers on countless life-changing journeys – and many of those passengers have a tale or two to tell about their time on board.Tales from Great Passenger Ships is a collection of intimate and often humorous portraits of...

This recording has been digitally produced by DeepZen Limited, using a synthesised version of an audiobook narrator’s voice under license. DeepZen uses Emotive Speech Technology to create digital narrations that offer a similar listening experience to human narration.Those suffering the merest hint of desire to go seafaring in their own boat will learn or just laugh out loud at these heart-breaking but extremely funny tales of just what can go wrong. While experienced sailors will ...

Thoses suffering the merest hint of desire to fo seafaring in their own boat will learn from these heart-breaking examples just what can go wrong. Read the secrets of successfuly leaving a berth with topsides unmarked , happening miraculously upon your chosen destination, and them, for the piece de resistannce, dropping anchor with aplomb. The inevitable binocular watchers will murmer appreciatively and even your crew will be impressed. Perfect.For the cogniscenti, those who know a...

Explore the Isle of Wight with day walks through dramatic cliffs, rolling downland, marshes, woods, and historic villages, suitable for walkers of all abilities. Plus, discover the full 125km (78-mile) Coastal Path that circles the island, showcasing over 80% of the National Landscape and its iconic landmarks in a rewarding multi-day challenge.This guidebook presents all the options you need for walking on the Isle of Wight. 21 graded day walks, each taking between...

Discover 15 of the best short walks on the Isle of Wight, all carefully chosen to showcase the island’s coast, countryside and much-loved landmarks in under three hours. From resort promenades and quiet estuaries to castle ruins and clifftop views, this collection offers a relaxed way to experience the island on foot with confidence, without tough climbs or challenging terrain – perfect for families, casual walkers and anyone holidaying on the Isle of Wight.T...

Since 1841, professional photographers have been the visual historians of Australia. They have captured forever everything from our news, fashions and architectural to our lives from babyhood to the grave. This is the story of the men and women behind the cameras and how they formed a professional association to ensure that the standards of Australian professional photography are amongst the highest in the world.

Since 1841, professional photographers have been the visual historians of Australia. They have captured forever everything from our news, fashions and architectural to our lives from babyhood to the grave. This is the story of the men and women behind the cameras and how they formed a professional association to ensure that the standards of Australian professional photography are amongst the highest in the world.

Master storyteller Christopher Paul Curtis's Newbery Honor novel, featuring his trademark humor, unique narrative voice, and new cover art--now in paperback! Eleven-year-old Elijah lives in Buxton, Canada, a settlement of runaway slaves near the American border. He's the first child in town to be born free, and he ought to be famous just for that. Unfortunately, all that most people see is a "fra-gile" boy who's scared of snakes and talks too much. But everything changes when a former slav...

**During one of the most important times in the civil rights movement, one unforgettable family goes on a road trip in this Newbery and Coretta Scott King Honoree, from author Christopher Paul Curtis, recipient of the Coretta Scott King–Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement.A PARADE BEST KIDS BOOK OF ALL TIME**When the Watson family—ten-year-old Kenny, Momma, Dad, little sister Joetta, and brother Byron—sets out on a trip south to visit Grandma in Birmin...

In the Newbery Medal and Coretta Scott King Award–winning Bud, Not Buddy, Bud met a girl named Deza Malone in a Hooverville. This is her story.“We are a family on a journey to a place called wonderful" is the motto of Deza Malone's family. Deza is the smartest girl in her class in Gary, Indiana, singled out by teachers for a special path in life. But the Great Depression has hit Gary hard, and there are no jobs for black men. When her beloved father leaves...

A young war widow enters the sea intent on suicide, her daughter in her arms.It is 1916 on the south coast of England and the Great War rages, the guns of the Somme a steady throb across the Channel.Seven-year-old Charlotte Hughes loses her father to the war. Her mother, a talented painter who has given up everything for her husband, drowns herself. Charlotte is only spared the same fate by her young nanny, who, in saving her, is forced to make a heartbreaking choice.