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Jules Verne's Voyage of Discovery
Some passages from Jules Verne's unfinished novel: "Voyage of Discovery."
voyage of discovery • unfinished novel • jules verne • esperanto in literature
Some passages from Jules Verne's unfinished novel: "Voyage of Discovery."
voyage of discovery • unfinished novel • jules verne • esperanto in literature
Paulo Coelho's The Zahir: A Review
A contemporary all encompassing story that leads us through an inner and outer encounter with our worst enemy, ourselves.
the zahir • paulo coelho • paris • islamic • kazakhstan
A contemporary all encompassing story that leads us through an inner and outer encounter with our worst enemy, ourselves.
the zahir • paulo coelho • paris • islamic • kazakhstan
Voyages of Discovery Part 1
Monument to the Discoveries
lisbon • voyages of discovery • portuguese • compass • monument to the discoveries
Monument to the Discoveries
lisbon • voyages of discovery • portuguese • compass • monument to the discoveries
Voyages of Discovery Part 2
A fortress, a poet and a king
monument to the discoveries • torre de belem • tower of belem • vasco da gama • india
A fortress, a poet and a king
monument to the discoveries • torre de belem • tower of belem • vasco da gama • india
Adventure cruises on Explorer II
Voyages of Discovery has announced the 2008 itineraries of Explorer II, the perfect ship for lovers of cultural cruises
adventure cruises • explorer ii • cultural cruises • voyages of discovery • unusual cruise destinations
Voyages of Discovery has announced the 2008 itineraries of Explorer II, the perfect ship for lovers of cultural cruises
adventure cruises • explorer ii • cultural cruises • voyages of discovery • unusual cruise destinations
Cultural cruising specialist saved
Swan Hellenic inspired more loyalty than any other cruise line but will cease operation in April. A last-minute sale means the brand will live on.
cultural cruising • swan hellenic • carnival cruises • princess cruises • save our swan
Swan Hellenic inspired more loyalty than any other cruise line but will cease operation in April. A last-minute sale means the brand will live on.
cultural cruising • swan hellenic • carnival cruises • princess cruises • save our swan
Did Saint Brendan Discover America in a Currach?
There may never be a definitive answer to this question but it has been proven by explorer and author Tim Severin to be physically possible.
saint brendan • currachs • tim severin • north american currach association • voyages of discovery
There may never be a definitive answer to this question but it has been proven by explorer and author Tim Severin to be physically possible.
saint brendan • currachs • tim severin • north american currach association • voyages of discovery
Lief Ericson
There is little doubt that Lief Ericson truly discovered America long before Columbus, although that discovery did not lead to a permanent European presence.
lief ericson • erikson • erickson • eric the red • vikings
There is little doubt that Lief Ericson truly discovered America long before Columbus, although that discovery did not lead to a permanent European presence.
lief ericson • erikson • erickson • eric the red • vikings
Esperanto and Science Fiction: Jules Verne
A discussion of Jules Verne's last novel.
jules verne • science fiction • books • literature • esperanto
A discussion of Jules Verne's last novel.
jules verne • science fiction • books • literature • esperanto
Christopher Columbus' Early Years
Christopher Columbus was born into a wool-weaving family and, like many young men growing up in the port city of Genoa, Italy, went to sea at an early age.
christopher columbus • early life • cristoforo colombo • genoa • domenico colombo
Christopher Columbus was born into a wool-weaving family and, like many young men growing up in the port city of Genoa, Italy, went to sea at an early age.
christopher columbus • early life • cristoforo colombo • genoa • domenico colombo
Columbus in the Garden of Eden
While on his third voyage, Columbus thought he'd reached the Garden of Eden; instead, he was soon to find himself in irons being shipped back in disgrace to Spain.
christopher columbus • to find the garden of eden • third voyage of discovery • isabella and ferdinand of spain • spanish court
While on his third voyage, Columbus thought he'd reached the Garden of Eden; instead, he was soon to find himself in irons being shipped back in disgrace to Spain.
christopher columbus • to find the garden of eden • third voyage of discovery • isabella and ferdinand of spain • spanish court
DVD Review: Captain Cook Obsession and Discovery
Journey in Captain James Cook's footsteps as he discovers new lands and charts unknown waters during the 18th Century in this exciting documentary.
captain cook obsession and discovery • james cook british explorer • australia • vanessa collingridge • royal navy
Journey in Captain James Cook's footsteps as he discovers new lands and charts unknown waters during the 18th Century in this exciting documentary.
captain cook obsession and discovery • james cook british explorer • australia • vanessa collingridge • royal navy
The Historical Influences of the Printing Press
The invention of the printing press has had a profound impact on Renaissance mentality, lifestyle and worldview.
gutenberg's printing press and changes in mentalit • handwritten copy manuscripts and new method of mov • book production and the growing consciousness amon • education and knowledge accessible to laypeople • conflict of god-centered and humanistic truth
The invention of the printing press has had a profound impact on Renaissance mentality, lifestyle and worldview.
gutenberg's printing press and changes in mentalit • handwritten copy manuscripts and new method of mov • book production and the growing consciousness amon • education and knowledge accessible to laypeople • conflict of god-centered and humanistic truth
Adenophora and Romulea.
Growing Adenophora, some easy ones to try and Romulea; and a little food for thought.
adenophora • romulea • bulbs • iridaceae • adenophorea
Growing Adenophora, some easy ones to try and Romulea; and a little food for thought.
adenophora • romulea • bulbs • iridaceae • adenophorea
Molokai Hoe - Who Will Conquer the Kaiwi Channel?
Molokai Hoe – Who Will Conquer the Kaiwi Channel? First Place: Outrigger Canoe Club - 5 hours 16 minutes Second Place: Lanikai Canoe Club (three year title defender) - 5 hours 17 minutes Fourth Place: Outrigger Australia – finishing time unavailable
hawaii • sports • canoe paddling • molokai hoe • open ocean paddling
Molokai Hoe – Who Will Conquer the Kaiwi Channel? First Place: Outrigger Canoe Club - 5 hours 16 minutes Second Place: Lanikai Canoe Club (three year title defender) - 5 hours 17 minutes Fourth Place: Outrigger Australia – finishing time unavailable
hawaii • sports • canoe paddling • molokai hoe • open ocean paddling
Spiral Beds:
A spiral bed adds a whole new dimension of practical growing interest to one's garden.
herb spiral • bulbs • perennials • beds • raised beds
A spiral bed adds a whole new dimension of practical growing interest to one's garden.
herb spiral • bulbs • perennials • beds • raised beds
A Home in the Sun
Find a home in the sun.
property for sale in portugal. buying a home abroa • assenta • mill
Find a home in the sun.
property for sale in portugal. buying a home abroa • assenta • mill
American History for Travelers
A Traveller's History of the USA gives visitors to America a potted history of the country, covering people, places, culture, politics, and all in one paperback book.
traveller's history of the usa • historical travel guide • american politics and culture • understanding north america for visitors • brief summary of us places and people
A Traveller's History of the USA gives visitors to America a potted history of the country, covering people, places, culture, politics, and all in one paperback book.
traveller's history of the usa • historical travel guide • american politics and culture • understanding north america for visitors • brief summary of us places and people
Away We Go Movie Review
In Away We Go a thirty-something year old couple ask the big question "Are we screwed up?", and find out that yes, they are - but so is everyone else.
away we go movie review • sam mendes • movie reviews • john krasinski • maya rudolph
In Away We Go a thirty-something year old couple ask the big question "Are we screwed up?", and find out that yes, they are - but so is everyone else.
away we go movie review • sam mendes • movie reviews • john krasinski • maya rudolph
Building a Creative Workspace
Make your commitment to creative time each week a reality by assigning a workspace for these activities and investigating the kind of art, music, or craft that inspires.
creativity • creative workspaces • affirmations • having fun through creativity • creative process
Make your commitment to creative time each week a reality by assigning a workspace for these activities and investigating the kind of art, music, or craft that inspires.
creativity • creative workspaces • affirmations • having fun through creativity • creative process
Chinese New Year Tour in Toronto
A walking tour through Toronto's second Chinatown geared at celebrating the lore, tradition and festivities of this, the Year of the Pig. Shirley Lum takes you there...
chinese new year walking tour • asian lunar new year walking tour • a taste of the world walking tour • chinatown walking tour • toronto's chinatown
A walking tour through Toronto's second Chinatown geared at celebrating the lore, tradition and festivities of this, the Year of the Pig. Shirley Lum takes you there...
chinese new year walking tour • asian lunar new year walking tour • a taste of the world walking tour • chinatown walking tour • toronto's chinatown
Exotic Saffron and Ginger Chicken
A wonderful aromatic North African dish of tender chicken marinated in a saffron, ginger and cumin sauce accompanied by fragrant and fluffy yellow rice.
savoury chicken recipes • north african cuisine • spicy chicken recipes • marinated meals • chicken and rice dishes
A wonderful aromatic North African dish of tender chicken marinated in a saffron, ginger and cumin sauce accompanied by fragrant and fluffy yellow rice.
savoury chicken recipes • north african cuisine • spicy chicken recipes • marinated meals • chicken and rice dishes
Explorers of Canada, Part XXVI: George Vancouver
Canada's third largest city is named after him.
canada • explore • exploration • vancouver • george vancouver
Canada's third largest city is named after him.
canada • explore • exploration • vancouver • george vancouver
Manhattan High Line and Walkway Over the Hudson
New York City's new highline and Dutchess County's Walkway Over the Hudson create great car-free park spaces with unique views of the historic Hudson River and environs.
nyc high line railroad park • manhattan highline • dutchess walkway over hudson • highline nyc • elevated walkway
New York City's new highline and Dutchess County's Walkway Over the Hudson create great car-free park spaces with unique views of the historic Hudson River and environs.
nyc high line railroad park • manhattan highline • dutchess walkway over hudson • highline nyc • elevated walkway
Martin Karplus - Images Of The 1950s
Karplus' photographs reflect his journey through the landscape and cultures of Fifties Europe and America
american photographer • photgraphy • documentary • historical • cultural
Karplus' photographs reflect his journey through the landscape and cultures of Fifties Europe and America
american photographer • photgraphy • documentary • historical • cultural
Siam Chamber Orchestra's Inaugural Concert
Mozart's Jupiter, Clarinet Concerto, Sinfonio Concertante and the Marriage of Figaro overture were a fitting first performance of the Siam Chamber Orchestra.
mozart • siam chamber orchestra • nai lert park hotel • royal overseas league • jupiter symphony
Mozart's Jupiter, Clarinet Concerto, Sinfonio Concertante and the Marriage of Figaro overture were a fitting first performance of the Siam Chamber Orchestra.
mozart • siam chamber orchestra • nai lert park hotel • royal overseas league • jupiter symphony
The Chung Collection's Chinese Canadian History
The Chung Collection is emblematic of the growth and progress of British Columbia and Canadian History, even before the age of multiculturalism.
chinese canadian history • university of british columbia • chung collection • wallace b. and madeline h. chung • early british columbia
The Chung Collection is emblematic of the growth and progress of British Columbia and Canadian History, even before the age of multiculturalism.
chinese canadian history • university of british columbia • chung collection • wallace b. and madeline h. chung • early british columbia
Adventure Holidays in Ethiopia
Ethiopia offers the traveler a myriad of cultural, historical and natural wonders making an adventure holiday to this little-known destination a voyage of discovery.
adventure holidays • ethiopia • things to do • ethiopian adventure holiday • horn of africa
Ethiopia offers the traveler a myriad of cultural, historical and natural wonders making an adventure holiday to this little-known destination a voyage of discovery.
adventure holidays • ethiopia • things to do • ethiopian adventure holiday • horn of africa
Daniel Defoe – Robinson Crusoe
Robinson Crusoe is one of the oldest novels in the English language. However, the story of a man marooned has never lost its appeal.
robinson crusoe • real robinson crusoe • daniel defoe • 18th century literature • first english novel
Robinson Crusoe is one of the oldest novels in the English language. However, the story of a man marooned has never lost its appeal.
robinson crusoe • real robinson crusoe • daniel defoe • 18th century literature • first english novel
European History of Queensland's Moreton Island
Moreton Island is a 200 square kilometre sand island that, with Stradbroke Island, is the protective buffer that forms Moreton Bay, in southern Queensland, Australia.
moreton island • history moreton island • queensland moreton island • naming moreton island • european history moreton island
Moreton Island is a 200 square kilometre sand island that, with Stradbroke Island, is the protective buffer that forms Moreton Bay, in southern Queensland, Australia.
moreton island • history moreton island • queensland moreton island • naming moreton island • european history moreton island
Gay-friendly Linz, Austria
Best known as the town where the amazing cake Linzertorte originated, Linz, Austria is a forward-looking, gay-friendly gem, an up-and-comer that's too often overlooked.
linz • austria • gay • lesbian • glbt
Best known as the town where the amazing cake Linzertorte originated, Linz, Austria is a forward-looking, gay-friendly gem, an up-and-comer that's too often overlooked.
linz • austria • gay • lesbian • glbt
Herbalism-Part II
This article concludes a two part series on herbalism.
herbalism • 'doctrine of signature • ' linnaeus • de la cruz • badiano herbal
This article concludes a two part series on herbalism.
herbalism • 'doctrine of signature • ' linnaeus • de la cruz • badiano herbal
Oahu's Sacred Grounds Preserve Hawaiian Culture
The Kukaniloko Birthing Stones and the Puu-o-mahuka temple reward travelers in search of unspoiled sacred places on Oahu. Protected status ensures their preservation.
oahu • hawaii • kukaniloko • puu-o-mahuka • heritage
The Kukaniloko Birthing Stones and the Puu-o-mahuka temple reward travelers in search of unspoiled sacred places on Oahu. Protected status ensures their preservation.
oahu • hawaii • kukaniloko • puu-o-mahuka • heritage
Replicate the Lewis and Clark Expedition
Rediscover the plants of the Lewis and Clark Expedition by trailblazing a historical expedition garden at home.
lewis and clark expedition • trailblazing a historical expedition garden • rediscover the plants of the lewis and clark exped • meriwether lewis and co-leader william clark • corps of discovery
Rediscover the plants of the Lewis and Clark Expedition by trailblazing a historical expedition garden at home.
lewis and clark expedition • trailblazing a historical expedition garden • rediscover the plants of the lewis and clark exped • meriwether lewis and co-leader william clark • corps of discovery
Review – The Adventure of English, Melvyn Bragg
English is now a global language but how it became so is a fascinating story. There were times when it all but disappeared but miraculously survived and became stronger.
melvyn bragg • the adventure of english • book review • history • language
English is now a global language but how it became so is a fascinating story. There were times when it all but disappeared but miraculously survived and became stronger.
melvyn bragg • the adventure of english • book review • history • language
Shopping for Madeira Wines, Linens and Ceramics
The beautiful Portuguese island of Madeira has been a safe haven for ships since Christopher Columbus was a lad. Now it welcomes cruise shoppers in search of the best.
cruise ship shopping in madeira • madeira wines • madeira linens • fine lace and embroidery • madeira ceramics
The beautiful Portuguese island of Madeira has been a safe haven for ships since Christopher Columbus was a lad. Now it welcomes cruise shoppers in search of the best.
cruise ship shopping in madeira • madeira wines • madeira linens • fine lace and embroidery • madeira ceramics
The Dangers of Ocean Exploration
When Christopher Columbus set out in 1492 to seek a route to the riches of Asia, there was much that was misunderstood about the world and the seas outside Europe
earth • atlantic • pacific • ocean • columbus
When Christopher Columbus set out in 1492 to seek a route to the riches of Asia, there was much that was misunderstood about the world and the seas outside Europe
earth • atlantic • pacific • ocean • columbus
The Naming of the Verazzano-Narrows Bridge
John N. LaCorte spent ten years leading a campaign to name the New York bridge in honor of Giovanni da Verrazzano.
verazzano-narrows bridge • verazzano bridge • verrazzano bridge • narrows bridge • the narrows
John N. LaCorte spent ten years leading a campaign to name the New York bridge in honor of Giovanni da Verrazzano.
verazzano-narrows bridge • verazzano bridge • verrazzano bridge • narrows bridge • the narrows
The Spice Trade
An introduction to the spice trade that for centuries has linked Europe with the Far East.
trade • spices • moluccas islands (maluku) • pepper • colonisation
An introduction to the spice trade that for centuries has linked Europe with the Far East.
trade • spices • moluccas islands (maluku) • pepper • colonisation
The Spice Trade
An introduction to the spice trade that for centuries has linked Europe with the Far East.
trade • spices • moluccas islands (maluku) • pepper • colonisation
An introduction to the spice trade that for centuries has linked Europe with the Far East.
trade • spices • moluccas islands (maluku) • pepper • colonisation
To Fade in All
"I am 15 years old, and I am terrified of the future." Letter to the editors of OMNI, 1988.
frontier theory • space exploration • mars • exploration • discovery
"I am 15 years old, and I am terrified of the future." Letter to the editors of OMNI, 1988.
frontier theory • space exploration • mars • exploration • discovery
Washington Irving Biography
A brief biography of author Washington Irving, one of the first American writers to achieve international reputation with the success of The Sketch Book.
washington irving biography • legend of the sleepy hollow • rip van winkle • the sketch book • washington irving books
A brief biography of author Washington Irving, one of the first American writers to achieve international reputation with the success of The Sketch Book.
washington irving biography • legend of the sleepy hollow • rip van winkle • the sketch book • washington irving books
Wedgwood Visitor Centre a Learning Experience
The Wedgwood Visitor Centre provides a truly 'hands on' insight into the level of expertise among the company's highly skilled craftspeople.
wedgwood visitor centre • wedgwood visitor centre demonstration area • wedgwood visitor centre potterswheel • lithographing at wedgewood visitor centre • painting at wedgwood visitor centre
The Wedgwood Visitor Centre provides a truly 'hands on' insight into the level of expertise among the company's highly skilled craftspeople.
wedgwood visitor centre • wedgwood visitor centre demonstration area • wedgwood visitor centre potterswheel • lithographing at wedgewood visitor centre • painting at wedgwood visitor centre
America the Confusing Continued
part of a series on visiting the USA . . .
united states tourism • us tourism • u s tourism • united states culture • us culture
part of a series on visiting the USA . . .
united states tourism • us tourism • u s tourism • united states culture • us culture
Columbus Before His 1492 Voyage
The years leading up to Columbus' 1492 voyage were busy ones for the young, enterprising Genoan.
christopher columbus • the early years • trade route to the east • isabel and ferdinand • portuguese king john ii
The years leading up to Columbus' 1492 voyage were busy ones for the young, enterprising Genoan.
christopher columbus • the early years • trade route to the east • isabel and ferdinand • portuguese king john ii
Copywriting Ideas From Brand Names
Sometimes brand names lend themselves to great copy. The writer can be as wacky and unconventional as he likes, provided he's selling the brand.
direct mail example • passport scotch • brand names • copywriting tips • writing direct mail
Sometimes brand names lend themselves to great copy. The writer can be as wacky and unconventional as he likes, provided he's selling the brand.
direct mail example • passport scotch • brand names • copywriting tips • writing direct mail
Cultural Values in the Multicultural Classroom
Teachers need to be aware that underlying values are one of the most important causes of cultural clashes and misunderstandings.
hofstede • five cultural dimensions • cultural values • multicultural classroom • cross-cultural communication in education
Teachers need to be aware that underlying values are one of the most important causes of cultural clashes and misunderstandings.
hofstede • five cultural dimensions • cultural values • multicultural classroom • cross-cultural communication in education
Definition and Location of What is Latin America
Latin American history, Latin American geography and Latin American languages all contribute to a definition of what Latin America is. Here is an overview.
what is latin america • latin america definition • latin american countries • latin america language • where is latin america
Latin American history, Latin American geography and Latin American languages all contribute to a definition of what Latin America is. Here is an overview.
what is latin america • latin america definition • latin american countries • latin america language • where is latin america
Fur by Meg Harper
This superb book combines a modern coming-of-age story with the ancient Selkie myth to create a truly moving book for teenagers and adults alike.
fur by meg harper • books by meg harper • usborne stories for teenagers • teenage fiction • usborne books
This superb book combines a modern coming-of-age story with the ancient Selkie myth to create a truly moving book for teenagers and adults alike.
fur by meg harper • books by meg harper • usborne stories for teenagers • teenage fiction • usborne books
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