"From the earliest records relating to Virginia, we learn the basics about many of these original colonists: their origins, the names of the ships they sailed on, the names of the "hundreds" and "plantations" they inhabited, the names of their spouses and children, their occupations and their position in the colony, their relationships with fellow colonists and Indian neighbors, their living conditions as far as can be ascertained from documentary sources, their ownership of land, the dates and circumstances of their death, and a host of fascinating, sometimes incidental details about their personal lives, all gathered together in the handy format of a biographical dictionary" -- publisher website (January 2008).
"A list of all the individuals who can be documented as having lived on [Jamestown] Island between 1607 and 1699, either as land owners or as members of the House of Burgesses or as other officials is presented here"--Pref.
For the savvy traveler who enjoys savoring all the details of a new location, this journal is an indispensable place to keep vital information and thoughtful reflections while on a trip. The flexible format with three pocket dividers and the ziplock sleeve in the back makes this journal an ideal travel companion. As a bonus, noted travel writer and voracious voyager Barrie Kerper generously shares experiences and insights from her many adventures abroad. Packed to the brim with practical advice and resources, this journal includes: - Tips on packing for any type of trip - Suggestions for traveling with children - Recommendations for communicating with a foreign embassy - Travel-related quotes and literary passages - Web resources for finding the cheapest airfare and accommodations - Information about finding the best cooking schools, art classes, and tours abroad - And much more! 128 pages (guided), 7 x 83/4 inches
"An engaging memoir of travel, love, and finding oneself." -- Kirkus Reviews Newly recovered from a quarter-life meltdown, Clara Bensen decided to test her comeback by signing up for an online dating account. She never expected to meet Jeff, a wildly energetic university professor with a reputation for bucking convention. They barely know each other's last names when they agree to set out on a risky travel experiment spanning eight countries and three weeks. The catch? No hotel reservations, no plans, and best of all, no baggage. No Baggage is at once a romance, a travelogue, and a bright modern take on the age-old questions: How do you find the courage to explore beyond your comfort zone? Can you love someone without the need for labels or commitment? Is it possible to truly leave your baggage behind?
When a Dad tries to bury the remains of the family in his Northern Virginia yard, he chances upon a briefcase that was hidden years before. Its contents include a journal with cryptic writing. He turns to his friend, and boss, Templeton Davis, a former Rhodes scholar and now a popular radio talk show host, for help. They soon realize that they are in possession of materials that were concealed more than 60 years ago by a Soviet deep cover agent.
The 3rd Virginia Regiment, Continental Line is a two volume set. It includes officers and men from a variety of disparate military organizations who fought for this country's liberty and freedom. This two-volume series was written to honor and endorse the achievements of these brave men. Volume one conveys in detail the evolution of the 3rd Virginia from Minute Battalions and independent companies organized to counter Lord Dunmore's attacks in the winter months of 1775 and early 1776. Volume two contains biographies of the officers and the men of the 3rd Virginia. The biographies are grouped by Officers and men, and are arranged alphabetically. This volume also includes an synopsis of the Virginia pension, relief for families of soldiers, bounty land legislation, illustrations, family charts, tables, an every name index and a bibliography.