Snowflake, Come Home: A Wolf's Story

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Snowflake, a beautiful young wolf, is growing up happily in the security of her family in the wild...until one day a hunter's snare abruptly changes her life. Suddenly she is alone, a captive in the world of man.

She adjusts to each change in her situation as best she can, but always, in her heart, she longs for the wilderness and for the companionship of other wolves. When at last there is an opportunity to escape, she takes it, only to find herself in an even-more-hostile environment. As she struggles to elude pursuers, instinct draws her northward, and, facing almost impossible odds, she begins a 600-mile journey back to the land that was her home.

How she survives--and eventually triumphs--makes a fast-paced adventure story which will leave young readers with a better understanding of animals and a deepened respect for life in the wilderness. Although the story is fiction, the animal behaviors described are well-researched and accurate. The book was written with teen readers in mind, but it has been greatly enjoyed by animal lovers of all ages.

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Have your fortune told by a psychic parrot, then dig into dosa in Singapore's Little India p561. Trek in the footsteps of tribal war parties on the Headhunters' Trail in Gunung Mulu National Park p337. Travel the length of Peninsular Malaysia, through the world's oldest rainforest, on the Jungle Railway p330. Give the turtles plenty of space as they haul their 750kg-bodies up the beaches of Cherating p280. Top adventure activity coverage - the best hiking, snorkelling, caving, diving or bird-watching info. Five authors and 2731 hours in-country researching this edition More listings of sustainable businesses, to help you make the right choices for the environment.

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my opinion.......2007-08-29

Only gave a very brief overview,not enough information for someone who has not travelled to that part of the world.

Always a good travel guide brand.......2007-06-07

It was Lonely Planet Vietnam that got me hooked on their series, and after traveling throughout Southeast Asia, I maintain Lonely Planet are the best travel advisor books, with the Rough Guide series a close second. I like that I can find what I need as a backpacker, but know where, when and on what to splurge. This particular one is not quite as strong as their Vietnam one, but I think will improve in the next version.

A Good Guide to the Major Destinations.......2007-03-17

Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei are the most developed countries in Southeast Asia, and tourism is a long-established business in the first two. English is widely spoken and travel is easy. More than anywhere in the region, you could even get by without a guidebook - local tourist offices are pretty good for info.

That said, if you do want a guide, this is probably the most reliable one for practical details. The 10th edition, published in January 2007, actually seems to have been more thoroughly updated than some previous ones, with some new attractions and accomodation options added - unlike in certain other LP guides, where only prices are changed from edition to edition. Of course practical details may change even by the time the book is published (remember it was researched in early 2006), but in general these 3 countries are pretty stable and inflation is low. Sure, the odd errorous/outdated info did slip in, but is far outweighed by all the useful stuff.

My only complaint about this book might be that it still pretty much concentrates on established, popular tourist attractions and major cities/towns. Don't expect to find many tips on locating hidden gems or exploring remote corners of the country, particularly Borneo. For that kind of info, I found the Rough Guide to these countries better than LP, though RG's practical info is often more dated. Decide what's more important to you!

If you are going to these countries for the first time, and only have a few weeks on hand to spend there, you will probably find the information provided by this guide both sufficient and largely accurate.

Very Few Info on KL.......2006-06-03

This is not a recommended book if you have only some days in KL. Lack of information. Too many detail about points of interest, restaurants and hotels were uncovered.

The Singapore should have to be improved as well. Better to buy the LP Singapore separately rather than buying this book.

Probably the worst LP guide that I ever read...

Even has good food picks!.......2005-12-15

Went to Penang with this last month. Typical quality LP job in describing the country and how to get around. What made this one a cut above is that it actually had useful restaurant recommendations, as opposed to the typical LP approach (i.e.: Here's the address of a place that serves food; hope you don't get hepatitis). Hotel recommendations were spot-on as well.

As always with LP, my one regret is they aren't opinionated enough about which sights are worth your time and which ones aren't.

Lonely Planet Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei: A Travel Survival Kit (6th ed)

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An excellent masterpiece, like most Lonely Planet guidebooks
Not too impressive
IT IS A BIBLE
As always... a necessity
for "alternatives" only??

Lonely Planet Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei: A Travel Survival Kit (6th ed)
Peter Turner , Chris Taylor , and Hugh Finlay
Manufacturer: Lonely Planet Publications
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Frommer's Singapore & Malaysia (Frommer's Complete)

ASIN: 0864423934

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From Antarctica to Zimbabwe, if you're going there chances are Lonely Planet has been there first. With a pithy and matter-of-fact writing style, these guides are guaranteed to calm the nerves of first-time world travelers, while still listing off-the-beaten-path finds sure to thrill even the most jaded globetrotters. Lonely Planet has been perfecting its guidebooks for nearly 30 years, and as a result has experience and know-how similar to an older sibling's "been there" advice. The original backpacker's bible, the LP series has recently widened its reach. While still giving insights for the low-budget traveler, the books now list a wide range of accommodations and itineraries for those with less time than money.

From lazing on tropical beaches or boating jungle rivers to tasting Singapore's best dishes or exploring the sultanate of Brunei, this book offers detailed coverage of the diverse offerings of this part of the world. This fully updated guide presents tips on speaking Bahasa Malaysia and a special guide to visiting temples and mosques. --Kathryn True

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Tribal longhouses and beach resorts, high-rise shopping centres and tropical rainforests - Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei are diverse countries with stunning scenery, fascinating cultures and endless opportunities for outdoor activities. Featuring expanded chapters on East Malaysia, this fully updated guide will help you plan the trip that suits your budget and passions.

Features: more than 80 maps, including colour-contoured trekking maps; full details on the hike up Mt Kinabalu; excellent rundown of the region's mouth-watering cuisines; comprehensive coverage of spectactular diving and snorkelling destinations; hundreds of accommodation listings, from budget dorms to luxurious hideaways; user-friendly Malay language chapter.

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An excellent masterpiece, like most Lonely Planet guidebooks.......2002-01-24

Lile most Lonely Planet guidebooks, this travel guide won't come as a disappointment to any of its readers. The unmistakable excellent standards we can expect from LP, combined with the fact that this particular guidebook is in its 8th edition already, makes of this book a masterpiece no traveller to the region should leave behind. The information about hotels and restaurants, things to see and do, etc, is dense, well-written, excellently ordered, and up-to-date. Likewise, the maps, the various tips on do's and dont's, are invaluable. As always, the sections on history, politics, culture etc, are excellently written and well condensed, ensuring pleasant reading for the traveller and the prospective traveller alike. Without exaggerating nor diminishing the fascination of this wonderful part of the world, this guidebook does great service to Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei. It is the ultimate travel tool for those intending to visit these countries, enabling them to make the most out of their stay, as well as ensuring moments of fascinating reading.

Not too impressive.......2001-10-24

First, if you're going to rely on this guide, spend some cash on a couple of decent maps, especially for Kuala Lumpur. This guide has by far some of the most off-the-mark maps I've ever experienced with Lonely Planet. DO NOT rely on the book! As well, some amazing hotels are missing, and they're literally next door to some pretty grotty places the authors here rave about.
Also, I found the author's attitude to Singapore to be rather tiresome. Much is made of the fact that the city-state is cleaner than other congested and polluted cities in South East Asia, and that 'color' has been wiped out of Singapore.
But it seemed to me that authors had an underlying motive when writing about Singapore, to slyly convince travellers from visiting the place, or at least, from staying too long.
Of course, Singapore's not a place where anyone stays on for more than a week. But the author's mightier-than-thou point of view (that only cities with disgusting toilets, $5 hotel rooms and edgey red light districts are worth visiting) was annoying. Also, it was continually noted that Singapore is a "repressive" country. I think one only has to travel to countries like China, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and even Morocco before they can whine about Singapore being repressive.
But I digress.
Finally, precious space is wasted in the guide with the inclusion of Brunei. I think LP should give Brunei it's own slim little guide (look at Maldives or Bhutan if you want to see tiny countries with their own books). First, Brunei is culturally and politically different from Malaysia to warrant its own book.
And it would give the Malaysia authors precious space in which to include some decent maps.
Yes, I'm griping here, but when you bring a guide for a longish trip, you tend to notice these things!
Anyway, you could do worse... but Lonely Planet could have done better.

IT IS A BIBLE.......2001-08-22

We ended up calling it "the Bible". Why? Because all the answers are in it.!! Several times we said to our selves that this information should have been in LP. And looking one more time - it was usually there. LP helps you plan and avoid vasting time. Of course you shold try to do things which is not mentioned in LP but this can be a major challanges. The guide goes every where and the information is incredibly reliable. So if you go - bring LP or bring no guide book at all - alternatives are poor sustitutions. We also brought a Footprint - but the reality is that nobody is above or besides LP. 22-08-2001

As always... a necessity.......2001-02-27

Singapore is one of these places where you can travel very well without your Lonley Planet ( in particular if you remember the old subtitle of the series, a survival kit for travellers). Everything is so well organised in this beautiful city that you can get around very easily yourself. Every hotel has a good travel desk and the rooms generally carry maps and brochures of everything that there is to do.

Nevertheless, like on most of my trips I found the investment of a couple of dollars (compared to the total invetsment of the trip absolutely nothing) well worth the money. The guide gives a very simple help in a couple of areas. The "How to get there"for all the sites makes life simpler; you know which bus to take and which Underground station to leave for all the major sites. The info on the parks is accurate and little tips like "do not leave the Night Safari after 23.00 otherwise you will not catch the latest train at Ang Mo Kio really help to plan a trip; at least you know in advance that staying later means queing up for a taxi ( and paying a hefty fare).

It's a comfortably thin guide so you can take it with you whilst travelling around. As usual the info on restaurants is good and leads you to interesting places.

The only caveat, like with most travel guides for this part of the world, is the details on prices. In particular the price info on hotels hass little value since they give the rack rates and these days with a simple Internet search you are able to get big discounts as you can by booking through travel agents.

In a lot of Asian countries you need to have a Lonely Planet for travelling; in Singapore it is a (very) nice to have and a necessity for a lazy one like me.

for "alternatives" only??.......1999-04-14

This guide gives a lot of useful information about places to stay/eat.. for all kinds of budgets. However, it seems that sometimes it's more for the alternative backpack-traveller. As a "normal" beach tourist I didn't get a lot of information out of this and found some descriptions about "tourist-loaded", "standard" places much more negative than they were in reality! Don't let the authors' apparent dislike for these kinds of tourist discourage you.

Lonely Planet Malaysia (Lonely Planet Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei: A Travel Survival Kit)

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Lonely Planet Malaysia (Lonely Planet Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei: A Travel Survival Kit)
Geoff Crowther
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Lonely Planet: Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei: a Travel Survival Kit (Travel Survival Kits)

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Lonely Planet: Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei: a Travel Survival Kit (Travel Survival Kits)
Geoff Crowther
Manufacturer: Lonely Planet Publications Ltd
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Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei: (Lonely Planet, A Travel Survival Kit) 3rd Edition

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Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei: (Lonely Planet, A Travel Survival Kit) 3rd Edition
Geoff Crowther , and Tony Wheeler
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Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei (Lonely Planet Travel Survival Kit)

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accommodation in Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia

Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei (Lonely Planet Travel Survival Kit)
Geoff Crowther , and Tony Wheeler
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accommodation in Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.......1997-08-20

On compairing 2 previous publications on the same book titles by Lonely Planet, I found that the book keep repeating itself, especially for accommodation in Sandakan. The difference of around 10 years had changed a lot in Sandakan,where new types of accommodations are available, especially around the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sepilok. It was quite frustrating not to find A SINGLE, repeat, NOT A SINGLE, indication in the 3 related books concerning accommodation options around that area, where at least 3 outlets have been in existence for more than 5 years already!!!???? For your information, I am not a Traveller to that part of the world, but a proud and responsible citizen of Malaysia staying in Sandakan and I was quite ashamed to be asked by quite a few of Oversea Travellers visiting Sandakan,about whether they can stay around the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre (about 16 miles from the town centre) so that they can spend more time to visit the Orangutan. Only when they showed me the books that they are travelling with, which they told me,are very good,that I found out that none of the accommodation outlets for backpacker were stated in the books. To make matters worst, I have been asked by a few tourists where is Sandakan B & B just a few days ago. I asked him where he come to know about Sandakan B&B and the answers were the Lonely Planet Books that they are carrying. I cordially informed them that the books that they are carrying were only about 8 to 9 years out of date! It makes me wonder whether Lonely Planet just print and reprint their books just for the sack of business and not the intention of correctly informing the POOR TRAVELLERS (at their mercy, of course!)what they are supposed to get, if not 100 %, but at least the closest they can get,at the destinations concerned. What excuses does Lonely Planet has for not updating their books? Even if you are talking about 8 to 9 years lapse? I really felt sorry for those tourist who have to waste so much time finding out and not to mention the financial loses due to transportation up and down the Centre. When I accidently met up with a few of the tourists who I directed (I gave them a lift in my car) them to Sepilok B & B ( a very good backpackers' outlet near the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre ), they thank me for my help and commented that only IF Lonely Planet had informed them about such outlet, they wouldn't have to waste so much time and money to find out the hard way, where the stay there was cheap, clean and the people are friendly. Also for your information, your website address have been given to me by one of the tourists who happens to know about you. I strongly felt that it is the responsibility of a book publisher to better inform the readers correctly and only by proper updating that readers would appreciate their efficiency and professional altitudes! Thank you

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Good easy read.......2007-03-17

If you have an hour or two to kill and you are unsure what being a Bridesmaid entails then this is a very useful book. It is a very easy read. The author keeps everything upbeat and postive and offers advice for crazy situations. I borrowed this book from my sister who was the Maid of Honor at my wedding she found the book a little dull because it says some stuff that is so basic it is almost a given people know it.(ie buy a gift for the Bride and Groom) But I found it helpful to read as a Bride so you have a better understanding of what worries the Bridemaids. All and all a useful book.

Useful on many levels.......2004-11-05

This is a great book for someone who's never been a bridesmaid before (like me). There were a lot of practical hints about what kinds of events you'll need to set up and attend and how much you may end up spending and so on. I do have the occasional quarrel -- Ms. Rung says being pregnant is not an acceptable excuse for bowing out of a wedding party, which I completely disagree with, and I also thought her estimates on what a bridesmaids' dress and accoutrements might cost were frequently low -- but overall, this book is an easy read and often funny too. There is also a lot of repetition, which is probably geared towards those who are only going to read a few chapters.

The nice thing about this book was the reminder that no matter what, you are there to support the bride! I bet this is a point that a lot of people can easily forget in the hoopla surrounding any wedding.

Everything Bridesmaid: From Planning the Shower to Supporting the Bride, All You Need to Survive and Enjoy the Wedding

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Everything Bridesmaid: From Planning the Shower to Supporting the Bride, All You Need to Survive and Enjoy the Wedding
Jennifer Lata Rung
Manufacturer: Adams Media Corp
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ASIN: B000LWO8RI

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not what I had hoped.......2007-05-10

While some of the clip art is of good quality, it is difficult to find what I want within in. It is very limited.

Clip Art,More,and Even More Clip Art for the Liturgical year.......2002-05-29

I have used the liturgical clip art books from Liturgical Press for more than ten years. They are fabulous, clear, and cover a broad range of seasonal liturgical needs. The art items are presented in a variety of combinations and sizes, so if you don't have a copier that reduces, it helps. These volumes and also those by Placid Stuckenschneider are among th best any where commercially available.
Ken Suetterlin, central Iowa U.M. Pastor

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Even More Clip Art for the Liturgical Year
Placid Stuckenschneider
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A definite must-have for apple snail owners.......2003-07-03

This book provides a lot of good information on the world of apple snails, covering much much more than just how to keep them in an aquarium. However, this book should not be confused for the many "how-to" books on various aspects of setting up aquariums. It does not give step-by-step instructions for keeping a snail. Instead, it provides detailed information on the different species and their wild habitats (and how this affects their needs when kept in aquariums) and the result is a great understanding of the ampularids as much more than just tank-cleaners. If you own an apple snail and want to what its needs are so you can keep it as healthy and happy as possible, this book is an outstanding resource.

Why did they call it that?.......2000-07-18

Overall the book was quite good, however I do not know why they call it Apple Snails "IN THE AQUARIUM" Only one small chapter in the book is dedicated to that. If you are looking for a good book about Apple Snails this is it. However if you are looking for a book about keeping pet apple snails the info is very limited! You can find that information for free on the web.

A real must for aquarists interested in freshwater snails!.......1999-06-25

This title covers all important species of apple snails of the world. It gives taxonomic information, help in distinguishing the species, general apple snail biology, snails in their natural habitat and in the aquarium. It is written by real experts and rectifies many scientific errors that are only too common in fish books that also cover freshwater snails. The text and the photos are both very good and the print quality of this book (especially the photos) is excellent. It is a real must for aquarists who see in apple snails more than a tank cleaning device. I really did not expect that much when I bought this book!

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Beautiful Vintage Linens

Valuable Reference

The Definitive Resource on Weil & Durrse Table Linen

Elegant Table Linens: From Weil & Durrs Including Wilendur (Schiffer Book for Collectors)
Michelle Hayes
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Beautiful Vintage Linens.......2006-12-08

I love this book! This is THEE book on vintage Wilendur tablecloths and towels, some of the most beautiful vintage linens produced, as far back as the 1920's. Shows over 400 gorgeous pictures of tablecloths, towels, aprons, curtains and more, all produced by the Weil and Durrse company, the manufacturer of Wilendur and other brands. Lots of great information on the history of the company and information on all of their brand lines. Absolutely wonderful, very interesting book. Also recommended "Collectors Guide to Vintage Tablecloths" by Pamela Glasell.

Valuable Reference.......2006-02-15

I take this book with me to antique shops and rummage sales. It's been a handy guide in identifying Wilendurs. So much fun!

The Definitive Resource on Weil & Durrse Table Linen .......2005-04-25

The author provides a valuable resource for the collector, particularly for products of Weil & Durrse. Information on the companie's history is provided as well as current values based on condition. Fabrics, brands, colors and patterns are discussed and illustrated with the numerous photographs. Tablecloths are emphasised, but towels, aprons and other handicrafts are also covered. The author provides a useful chapter on storing and laundering linens as well. You will not be disappointed with the quality of the photographs, printing or insights offered in this volume. Highly recommended!

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Jennifer Bennett has lived "lilac country" for more than 20 years, and is well placed to appreciate the lilac, which not only flourishes in cultivated gardens but roams wild across the countryside. Tracing the journey of a plant that will "grow well everywhere, in every soil," from its origins in Asia through Europe and the United Kingdom to North America some 250 years ago, Bennett brings this most familiar and glorious of flowers to vibrant life.

The lilac's bloom is a sign of spring everywhere, but a lesser-known fact is that its emerging flowers are also used as indicators by farmers planning pest control and crop plantings and by scientists engaged in charting global warming. Filled with uncommon information about this common plant, Bennett's book features chapters on its history; planning, planting and pruning; the lilac's place in the landscape, whether alone, in groupings or with perennials; a species list of usual and unusual plants, with names that range from 'Charles Lindbergh' and 'Martha Stewart' to 'Charm' and 'Glory'; exotic lilacs for the adventurous connoisseur; and lilac aid, which addresses one of gardening's most vexing questions: "Why won't it bloom?"

Lilacs for the Garden is a compendium of essential information for all who cherish this most resonant of garden companions. Whether you seek detail on plant requirements, mulching, grafting, fertilizing, multiplication, bloom time, fragrance, abiotic and biotic stresses, renovating neglected lilacs or a list of recommended species and where to find them, Bennett's latest book is an essential resource.

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For the Lilac Novice.......2007-06-27

I do many lilac seminars each year and I refer all my students to Bennett's book first. It is the only recent book in print that does justice to understanding lilacs. If you are a gardener that wants a solid reference book to add a lilac or two to your garden this is the book to have. John Fiala's book, Genus Syringa, is much too detailed for the casual gardener and is geared to the lilac collector.

Jeff Young, Lilac Curator, Univ of VT Horticulture Farm, Vermont Master Gardener

Lilacs for the Garden.......2003-05-07

Lilacs for the Garden Jennifer Bennett

John C. Wister observed "Even with the casual attention we have given it, the lilac is the oldest and best loved American shrub."

Now you might argue that the lilac is not the oldest shrub in North America, but for many people it seems like the oldest inhabitant of the gardens they knew as children. The gardens we grew up in - our parents, grand parents and great grandparents gardens all had lilacs. My grandmother had a white lilac growing in a square foot of compacted dirt - I refuse to call it soil - in an inner city neighbourhood that was as polluted as it could be. Even as a child I admired its survival skills. Yet in these days when we have a reasonable plot of ground and amended soil, how often do we choose to plant lilacs?

Jennifer Bennet, author of several gardening books, has done a thorough job of researching the lilac, the species officially known as Syringa. Most lilacs have come to us from the mountainous regions of Asia, although two species came from Eastern Europe to France. The French, enamoured by its perfume, transformed Syringa vulgaris into a wide variety of hybrids with larger clusters of flowers, a range of colours - from white through violet and magenta to purple.

Lilacs came to North America with settlers during the 17th century. Some immigrants over 250 years old still grow on Mackinac Island, Michigan where there is a lilac festival every year. Another lilac festival is held annually in Rochester New York. And if you are looking for a major collection of lilacs, check out the Arnold Arboretum in Massachusetts, which has over 500 lilacs.

The author, besides giving her readers a useful and detailed description of different varieties of lilac, also explains plant requirements, mulching, grafting fertilizing, stresses affecting lilacs and the best way to work with lilacs that have suffered from neglect. Her last chapter is a particularly useful "Lilac Aid: Why won't it bloom?"

This is a well illustrated book, with most of the colour photographs taken by the author herself. There is a valuable resource list at the end, with mail order sources for the US and Canada, nurseries, public lilac collections and web sites with lilac information.

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The Lilac Garden (Regency Romance Large Print Series)
Nancy Richards-Akers
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Lilac garden: Poems of Minoru Yoshioka
Minoru Yoshioka
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Classic Women's Short Stories (Unabridged Selections)
Chopin, Woolf, Katherine, Kate, Virginia Mansfield
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Deep breathing in the garden: enhance the beauty of your garden with fragrant flowers and plants, and enjoy the enticing aromas of lilacs, lavender, and ... An article from: Saturday Evening Post
Gale Reference Team
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Gourmet perennials: daylilies for dinner & lilacs for lunch.(Recipe): An article from: Prairie Garden

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Coreen Franke
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Come down to Kew Gardens in lilac time: It isn't far from London

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Come down to Kew Gardens in lilac time: It isn't far from London
Helen G Edmonds
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Growing lilacs (Home and garden bulletin)

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Growing lilacs (Home and garden bulletin)
Henry Marcellus Cathey
Manufacturer: For sale by the Supt. of Docs., U.S. Govt. Print. Off
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ASIN: B0006XCPFE

Lilac culture, (Farm and garden library)

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Lilac culture, (Farm and garden library)
John C Wister
Manufacturer: K. Paul, Trench, Trubner & Co
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ASIN: B00085S57M

Lilacs in My Garden A Practical Handbook for Amateurs

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Lilacs in My Garden A Practical Handbook for Amateurs
Alice Harding
Manufacturer: The MacMillan Company
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Binding: Hardcover

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This volume gathers all older fuþark inscriptions found in Denmark, Germany, England, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Hungary, Bosnia, Rumania, Norway and Sweden. It contains essays on early runic writing, the historical and archaeological contexts of runic objects, and a new theory on the origin of runic writing. The book contains also a catalogue of the runic inscriptions found in the regions mentioned above. The catalogue gives datings, readings and interpretations, plus limited graphic, orthographic and linguistic analyses of the inscriptions from the above mentioned corpora, complete with concise bibliographical references. The overall aim has been to provide the reader with a practical survey of the oldest inscripti-ons from the aforementioned areas, together with relevant archaeological and cultural-historical data. The book is particularly useful for runologists, students and others interested in runes, such as archaeologists, historians, linguists and amateurs. It is actually a handbook covering all older runic inscriptions and their context.

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