Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Mauritius, a small, multicultural island in the Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar and southeast of the Seychelles. Well known as a holiday destination for beach and resort loving tourists, it possesses a wide range of natural and man-made attractions, enjoys a sub-tropical climate with clear warm sea waters, attractive beaches, tropical fauna and flora complemented by a multi-ethnic and cultural population that is friendly and welcoming. Mauriti...

Our illustrated travel guide will take you to the beautiful Maldives islands. The Maldives are an archipelago of 1,192 coral islands grouped into 26 coral atolls (200 inhabited islands, plus 80 islands with tourist resorts) in the Indian Ocean. They lie south-southwest of India and are considered part of Southern Asia.Finding Internet access when out and about can be problematic so carry your mobile guidebook in the palm of your hand. We include a fully linked Table of Contents and...

Praise for the first edition:"An indispensable guide for those who make art out of the contrast between light and dark. And, it's a sheer pleasure for everyone else, thanks to its many wonderful illustrations."-- Artsforum"Walker's instruction is so clear and well organized that this handbook is perfect for the beginner."-- American ArtistThe history of woodcuts goes back more than a thousand years. Working carefully a...

From banking and finance to digital data protection, contracts, and taxation, modern financial and commercial practices are heavily impacted by continuing and relentless advances in digital technology. This volume presents a comprehensive and fully integrated treatment of all the major new subjects that have emerged from these developments, including specifically Financial Technology (FinTech), Regulatory Technology (RegTech), and wider advanced new technology (TechTech), all of which have...

Our illustrated travel guide will take you to the beautiful Seychelles islands in the Indian Ocean, northeast of Madagascar.Many of the beaches are untouched by man's influence and are refreshingly uncrowded. They offer clear blue skies and a tranquility you will rarely find, as well as scenery that is breath-taking. The Seychelles also has the distinction of having the highest Human Development Index in Africa.Finding Internet access when out and about can be problematic s...

In this unbelievable book by George Walker, he describes how he was called by God to compose and publish articles online. His opinions and suggestions reverse political tendencies around the world, dispelling evil, terrorism, injustice, and demons, rebuilding a new order. Most incredibly, everything he writes about comes true, or is about to become true, no matter how inconceivable. Some of the events that Walker predicted that came to pass include Trump’s election, objections to North Kor...

Why is there so much conflict in personal communication?Well, the answer is simple. Too many people do not hear beyond the words directed at them. Unable to reconcile the message in these words with what they suspect/perceive, conflict ensues.Ninety percent of people leave their minds on autopilot. Most people hear what is said to them and have no choice but to accept because they do not have the mental ability to examine the words and match it with or against the body lang...

In "George Walker at Suez," Anthony Trollope expertly weaves a narrative that deftly combines travelogue and social commentary, set against the backdrop of the Suez Canal's transformative impact on global trade. The novel'Äôs episodic structure and vivid descriptions reflect Trollope's keen observational style and the burgeoning interest in travel literature during the Victorian era. With a tone that is both jocular and critical, Trollope explores the juxtaposition of progress and traditio...

In "George Walker at Suez," the story revolves around the character of George Walker, an Englishman who finds himself in the bustling and cosmopolitan setting of Suez, Egypt. Walker's experiences and observations during his time in Suez form the basis of the narrative. The story provides a glimpse into the cultural diversity and dynamics of the area, as well as the challenges and encounters that Walker faces.Trollope's storytelling in this short story allows readers to see Suez through the...

"George Walker at Suez" by Anthony Trollope is a captivating tale that unfolds against the backdrop of the bustling port city of Suez. At the heart of the story is George Walker, a young and ambitious engineer tasked with overseeing a crucial project in the construction of the Suez Canal. As Walker navigates the complexities of his professional duties, he finds himself entangled in a web of intrigue, betrayal, and romantic entanglements.Set against the backdrop of the ambitious eng...

Suffering from ill health, George Walker has been recuperating for several months in Egypt. Bored and lonely in Cairo, he yearns to visit Suez and the Red Sea and so attaches himself to the party of a remote acquaintance travelling there. Upon arrival George realises he is as dissatisfied here as he was in Cairo. He begins to regret his decision until the mysterious Mahmoud al Ackbar appears, wishing to repay a favour and promising an elaborate trip to the Well of Moses. Touching on themes...

George Walker, in Egypt for his health, went to Suez for a week's sight-seeing and while there was mistaken for an important dignitary named Sir George Walker, whose approaching visit was expected. To his surprise he was invited by a local Arab chieftain to go on an elaborately planned excursion to see the Well of Moses. The morning they were to start the distinguished official arrived, and George was unceremoniously left behind. Nothing daunted, he obtained a dragoman and made the expedit...