This Element provides a concise account of the archaeology of salt production in ancient Europe. It describes what salt is, where it is found, what it is used for, and its importance for human and animal health. The different periods of the past in which it was produced are described, from earliest times down to the medieval period. Attention is paid to the abundant literary sources that inform us about salt in the Greek and Roman world, as well as the likely locations of production in the...

This ambitious and innovative book sets out to establish a new understanding of human aggression and conflict in the distant past. Examining the evidence of warfare in prehistoric times and in the early historical period, John Carman and Anthony Harding throw fresh light on the motives and methods of the combatants. This study marks a significant new step in this fascinating and neglected subject, and sets the agenda for many years to come. By integrating archaeological an...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to East Coast Australia.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from learning to surf the iconic waves that roll into Byron Bay's beautiful beaches, to admiring Indigenous art at the community-run galleries of Uluru, and marvelling at the ancient subtropical splendour of the Gondwana Rainforests.Bui...

She was my best friend… Until she ruined my life.I’ve spent the last eight years patiently plotting my revenge.Now she’s back in town, and so desperate she’s willing to do anything…Even if it means marrying the person who hates her the most.Scout Sinclair is the town princess, the quintessential good girl in every sense of the word, who’s never broken a rule in her life.And I’m the tatto...

This book is a comprehensive resource for veterinary oncologists and trainees, covering therapeutic strategies used in the treatment of veterinary patients. In the setting of a rapidly changing field like oncology, this timely text focuses on mechanisms of action and biological rationale rather than current specific clinical recommendations, allowing current and future clinicians to adapt treatment approaches as our understanding of the biology of cancer evolves. With each chapter written ...

In 'Front Lines & Fallout – 3 Classic War Accounts,' readers embark on a literary journey through the multifaceted experiences of war, examining the intricate interplay of courage, uncertainty, and the human condition under duress. The anthology blends journalistic precision, vivid storytelling, and political intrigue to present a rich tapestry of wartime narratives. This collection raises the reader's consciousness about the chaotic minutiae of conflict, from the immediacy of battlefield ...

This account, following on from Unicorns - The History of the Sherwood Rangers Yeomanry 1794- 1899, covers the Regiments war service between 1900 and 1945.During the Boer War the SRY formed part of the first volunteer unit to see active service overseas fighting the Boer Commandos as cavalry. For its role in the ill-fated 1915 Gallipoli campaign, the Regiment was awarded the Kings Colour and then fought Allenbys victorious campaign against the Turks.During the Second World War the Regiment...

'War, the bringer of tears...' War, glory, despair, and mourning: for 2,700 years the Iliad has gripped listeners and readers with the story of Achilles' anger and Hector's death. This tragic episode during the siege of Troy, sparked by a quarrel between the leader of the Greek army and its mightiest warrior, Achilles, is played out between mortals and gods, with devastating human consequences. It is a story of many truths, speaking of awesome emotions, the quest ...

When disgraced bull rider Ty Sloane agreed to take a job as foreman at Falcon Ridge Ranch, he didn’t count on having to share his job or his cabin with twenty-one-year-old rising star barrel racer Maybelle Johnson. She tests his patience by day and drives him to distraction by night, but she’s off limits—too young and innocent for the likes of an ex-con like him.As far as Maybelle is concerned, Ty Sloane can go jump in a lake. The cocky bull rider ...

Ask More Questions, Get More AnswersDon’t Be Normal, Don’t Be OrdinarySay Yes More Than No!Work Hard & Be Nice to PeopleIt’s usually the simple truths that provide the most profound answers.Discover inspirational aphorisms and sound advice for the real world from graphic artist Anthony Burrill, inspired by his best-loved and most iconic typographic prints.With wise words on gett...

A fading boxing magazine looking for a big story goes on the search for a heavyweight champion on the 50th anniversary of his epic fight when he disappeared after it was discovered that he was an escapee from a Georgia chain gang. Max Newcomb, young new writer at Gladiator Magazine is given the mission of saving the magazine when it is discovered that it's the 50th anniversary of an epic heavyweight championship between Jack Gravano and Nathan "The Black Mamba" Washington. Nathan disappear...

'Read this book, it will only serve you well' Ant Middleton'Incredible ... Staz is an inspiration' Nims Purja'A must read for anyone who wants to succeed and thrive under pressure' Dylan Hartley'Stacked with insights ... The book you need when the going gets tough' Aldo KaneElite Discipline meets Creative EffortAnthony 'Staz' Stazicker served an impressive 13 years o...