Britain's Treasure Islands

Britain's Treasure Islands

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Publisher:

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 1

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Stewart McPherson, writer, explorer, and naturalist, sets out to follow his childhood dream to be the first person to set foot on every one of Britains overseas Territories. We follow him on a journey which will take him across all Seven Seas, allow him to study some of the most pristine nature reserves on the planet.


Bill Wyman's Treasure Islands

Bill Wyman's Treasure Islands

Author: Bill Wyman

Publisher: Sutton Pub Limited

Published: 2005-01

Total Pages: 299

ISBN-13: 9780750939676

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Bill Wyman's Treasure Islands is the who, what, when, where, why and how of historical treasures found in Great Britain and Ireland. Anyone who is interested in finding out more about the exciting discoveries made by amateur and professional archaeologists and what they tell us about the history of the British Isles will find this book a stimulating and entertaining companion. With copious colour and black and white illustrations, detailed maps, time lines, lists of museums and useful organisations, Bill Wyman's Treasure Islands is itself a treasure trove for the beginner or the more experience archaeological explorer.


Grappling with the Bomb

Grappling with the Bomb

Author: Nic Maclellan

Publisher: ANU Press

Published: 2017-09-26

Total Pages: 409

ISBN-13: 1760461385

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Grappling with the Bomb is a history of Britain’s 1950s program to test the hydrogen bomb, code name Operation Grapple. In 1957–58, nine atmospheric nuclear tests were held at Malden Island and Christmas Island—today, part of the Pacific nation of Kiribati. Nearly 14,000 troops travelled to the central Pacific for the UK nuclear testing program—many are still living with the health and environmental consequences. Based on archival research and interviews with nuclear survivors, Grappling with the Bomb presents i-Kiribati woman Sui Kiritome, British pacifist Harold Steele, businessman James Burns, Fijian sailor Paul Ah Poy, English volunteers Mary and Billie Burgess and many other witnesses to Britain’s nuclear folly.


Britain's Pilgrim Places

Britain's Pilgrim Places

Author: Guy Hayward

Publisher: Heartwood Publishing

Published: 2020-08-06

Total Pages: 1671

ISBN-13: 0954476794

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Britain’s Pilgrim Places captures the spirit of 2,000 years of history, heritage and wonder. It is the complete guide to every spiritual treasure, including 500 enchanting holy places throughout England, Wales and Scotland and covers all major pilgrimage routes.


Britain's Habitats

Britain's Habitats

Author: Sophie Lake

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2020-11-24

Total Pages: 416

ISBN-13: 0691203598

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A photographic guide to habitats, this lavishly illustrated book provides a comprehensive overview of the natural history and conservation landscape of Britain and Ireland. In essence a field guide, the book leads the reader through all the main habitat types, with information on their characteristics, extent, geographical variation, key species, cultural importance, origins and conservation. It aims to help visitors to the countryside recognize the habitats around them, understand how they have evolved and what makes them special, and imagine how they might change in the future.


To Live Outside the Law

To Live Outside the Law

Author: Leaf Fielding

Publisher: Profile Books

Published: 2011-07-07

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 1847657613

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'Listen, Leaf,' Pritchard said, 'the hash is neither here nor there. You're in a lot more trouble than possession of a bit of dope. You've got big problems, man... big problems.' He looked at me with something akin to sympathy. 'How did you get into such a fix?' I'd been asking myself the same question. Operation Julie in 1977 remains Britain's biggest ever drugs bust. The work of eleven police forces, it resulted in the break-up of one of the largest LSD co-operatives in the world, the arrest of 120 people and, according to reports, the seizure of six million trips' worth of LSD crystal, valued at £100 million. Overnight, the price of a tab went from £1 to £5. This is the first insider account of how it felt to be caught up in - and by - Operation Julie.


Islandeering

Islandeering

Author: Lisa Drewe

Publisher: Wild Things Publishing

Published: 2019-04-07

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781910636176

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Walk, scramble, cycle, wade or even swim around the outer edge of our wildest islands. Islandeering provides all the information you need to circumnavigate 50 amazing hidden islands off the shores of England, Scotland & Wales. From Essex, Somerset and Cornwall to Pembrokeshire, Northumberland and the Hebrides; follow wild foreshores and remote coast paths. Complete each journey to discover a magical archipelago world. 50 islands to bag, with routes from easy to difficult and detailed directions with GPX downloads. Beautiful photography and maps. Hidden islands for the best wildlife, local food, swimming, wild camping, secret beaches, coasteering, legends and foraging. Engaging writing charting historical, geographical and wildlife highlights. Tips for coasteering, scrambling, camping, wild swimming and kayaking.


After the Great Complacence

After the Great Complacence

Author: Ewald Engelen

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2011-09-29

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 0199589089

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Argues "that social scientists, governments and citizens need now to re-engage with the political dimensions of financial markets." - cover.


Britain's Reptiles and Amphibians

Britain's Reptiles and Amphibians

Author: Howard Inns

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2019-12-31

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 0691206813

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This detailed guide to the reptiles and amphibians of Britain, Ireland, and the Channel Islands has been produced, with the collaboration of the Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust, with the aim of inspiring an increased level of interest in these exciting and fascinating animals. It is designed to help anyone who finds a lizard, snake, turtle, tortoise, terrapin, frog, toad, or newt to identify it with confidence. Stunning photography An easy-to-use approach to identification Superbly illustrated introductory sections on the biology and conservation, taxonomy, lifecycle, and behavior of each species group Profiles of the 16 native reptiles and amphibians that breed in Britain, Ireland, and the Channel Islands and the 5 marine turtles that visit Britain's seas Profiles of 7 established nonnative species and a summary of 8 more with a history of release/escape Distribution maps based on the latest available information Hints and tips on where, when, and how to watch reptiles and amphibians