Download or read book Towpath written by Lori De Mori and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2020 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A lot has changed since Towpath first rolled up its shutters 10 years ago on the Regent’s Canal in Hackney and everything but the toasted cheese sandwich was cooked from home across the bridge. And a lot hasn’t. It is still as much a social experiment as a unique and beloved eatery. What happens when seasonality means you close every year in November, because England’s cold, dark winters are simply inhospitable to hospitality from a little perch beside a shallow, manmade waterway that snakes through East London? What if you don’t offer takeaway coffees in the hopes that people will decide to stay awhile and watch the coots skittering across the water? If you don’t have a phone or a website, because you’d rather people just show up like (hungry) kids at a playground? Towpath is a collection of recipes, stories and photographs capturing the vibrant cafe’s food, community and place throughout the arc of its season – beginning just before the first breath of spring, through the dog days of summer and culminating – with fireworks! – before its painted shutters are rolled down again for winter.
Download or read book Life Along the Towpath written by Scioto Valley Canal Society and published by . This book was released on 1979* with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Great Allegheny Passage Companion written by Bill Metzger and published by Three Wheel Press. This book was released on 2021-08-01 with total page 7 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first edition of The Great Allegheny Passage Companion told stories of the trail's first 100 miles from McKeesport to Meyersdale. Now author Bill Metzger takes you on a journey along the completed GAP Trail from MP 0 in Cumberland, Maryland to its terminus at Point State Park in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. www.greatalleghenypassagecompanion.com The history and heritage of the trail come alive in Bill's inimitable style - humor blends with serious scholarship in this look at the railroads and other industries that preceded the trail's development. No matter when your trail adventure and the book come together you'll understand: What will I see when I get there? This is gonna be great! What am I looking at right now? What did this big concrete thingie used to be? Why did this happen here? Why indeed? What’s on the other side of those trees? Maybe I’ll come back when the leaves are gone. What did I see when I was there? Sorry I missed that. Guess I’ll have to come back again. You'll learn something about the trail and the people of southwestern Pennsylvania - how they lived in Days Gone By and how they made the Passage the wonderful experience it is today.
Download or read book A Beginner s Guide to Living on the Waterways written by Nick Corble and published by History Press. This book was released on 2017-04-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fully updated this new edition of A Beginners' Guide to Living on the Waterways covers different types of liveaboard craft suitable for canals, rivers and estuaries, and the good and bad points of the different options.
Download or read book A Very Private Woman written by Nina Burleigh and published by Bantam. This book was released on 2009-10-21 with total page 379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil meets Camelot.”—Washington Post Book World In 1964, Mary Pinchot Meyer, the beautiful, rebellious, and intelligent ex-wife of a top CIA official, was killed on a quiet Georgetown towpath near her home. Mary Meyer was a secret mistress of President John F. Kennedy, whom she had known since private school days, and after her death, reports that she had kept a diary set off a tense search by her brother-in-law, newsman Ben Bradlee, and CIA spymaster James Jesus Angleton. But the only suspect in her murder was acquitted, and today her life and death are still a source of intense speculation, as Nina Burleigh reveals in her widely praised book, the first to examine this haunting story. Praise for A Very Private Woman “Power is so utterly fascinating. Sometimes it’s used for evil purposes, like the kind of power that has silenced the telling of Mary Pinchot Meyer’s mysterious murder for over three decades. In A Very Private Woman, Nina Burleigh has finally told this tragic tale of a privileged beauty with friends in high places.”—Dominick Dunne “A superbly crafted, evocative glimpse of an adventurous spirit whose grisly murder remains a mystery.”—San Francisco Chronicle Book Review “Proves that every Washington sex scandal is juicy in its own way.”—Glamour “Nina Burleigh has dissected Washington’s most intriguing murder mystery and produced a captivating biography, a thriller, and an insightful portrait of Georgetown in its golden presidential age.”—Christopher Ogden, bestselling author of Life of the Party: The Life of Pamela Digby Churchill Hayward Harriman “Provocative, erudite . . . pure Georgetown noir.”—New York Observer “A rich array of real-life characters.”—New York Times Book Review
Download or read book Life on the Middlesex Canal written by Alan Seaburg and published by alan seaburg. This book was released on 2009 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Popular essays illustrating the "Golden Age" (1803-1835) of the Middlesex Canal.
Download or read book My Secret Life in Hut Six written by Mair Russell-Jones and published by Lion Books. This book was released on 2014-07-18 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of the World War 2 de-coders of Bletchley Park continues to fascinate. How did Mair Thomas, a musician brought up in the Welsh valleys, find herself in the rarefied atmosphere of Hut Six, surrounded by hundreds of others, all desperately trying to break the German Enigma Code? Sworn to secrecy and working in cramped and uncomfortable conditions, Mair discovered her degree in German and Music was just what was needed. Drawn from the public schools and Oxbridge her background was very different to that of most of her colleagues and she didn't immediately fit in. This captivating memoir unpacks her daily life and explores the relationships she built. My Secret Life in Hut Six provides a fascinating insight into one woman's battle against Nazi Germany vividly capturing an era of danger, strain and day to day difficulties that were brightened occasionally by visits from the top brass, such as Winston Churchill.
Download or read book Country Life in America written by Liberty Hyde Bailey and published by . This book was released on 1908 with total page 646 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Rebel of 61 written by Joseph R. Stonebraker and published by . This book was released on 1899 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Kennet and Avon Canal written by Steve Davison and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2016-06-30 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook to walking along the Kennet & Avon Canal covers the 94 mile (152km) route from Reading to Bristol. The canal walk is split into 7 stages of fairly easy, level walking, of between 9.5 and 18.5 miles, with advice on splitting or shortening the stages if needed. The book also includes 20 easy circular walks, ranging from 4.25to 9 miles, taking in the best sections of the canal and visiting sites nearby, making this two guidebooks in one. Alongside OS map extracts and detailed route descriptions, there are plenty of details on the history, heritage and wildlife encountered along the way. An itinerary planner is included for walkers who want to create longer or shorter stages, and there is useful practical information including details on accessing the walks by public transport and a list of accommodation available along the route. The result is a highly useful and fascinating companion to exploring the canal and its surroundings. In the early 1800s the Kennet and Avon Canal provided an important direct trade route between London and Bristol. Today the waterway weaves its way through the rolling chalk contours of the North Wessex Downs to the southern edge of the Cotswolds, passing vibrant towns and cities as well as picture-postcard villages with thatched cottages, ancient churches and cosy pubs. Fascinating features - such as Crofton Pumping Station and Beam Engines, the impressive Caen Hill flight of locks at Devizes, the aqueducts at Avoncliff and Dundas, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Georgian Bath and Bristol's vibrant Floating Harbour - are explored as the canal makes its journey across southern England.
Download or read book The Delaware and Raritan Canal written by Linda J. Barth and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For nearly one hundred seventy years, the Delaware and Raritan Canal has meandered across the narrow waist of New Jersey through bustling cities, suburban towns, and rural landscapes. One of the most successful towpath canals in the United States, the Delaware and Raritan carried more tonnage in 1866 than the famous Erie Canal. Transporting mainly anthracite coal, the Delaware and Raritan also stimulated industries as diverse as Roebling's wire-rope factory in Trenton, Johnson & Johnson pharmaceuticals in New Brunswick, and Fleischmann's Distillery in East Millstone. Today, as the centerpiece of the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park, the canal provides the people of central New Jersey with both a water supply and a premier recreational facility.The Delaware and Raritan Canal introduces you to this manmade waterway through some two hundred historical photographs and postcards. In these pages, discover the locks, aqueducts, and machinery that enabled the waterway to transport military men and supplies between New York and Philadelphia during three wars. See how inventor John Holland used the canal to deliver his Holland VI submarine to Washington for its naval trials and how luxury yachts, including J.P. Morgan's Tarantula, cruised the waterway. The Delaware and Raritan Canal documents a historical and recreational gem in the heart of New Jersey.
Download or read book Organic Seed Production and Saving written by Bryan Connolly and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2011-04-28 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The skills of seed saving are vital for small organic food producers and the whole of agriculture. Farmers and gardeners need to be able to produce their seeds as a basic, inalienable way to control their means of production. Part of the NOFA guides. Includes information on: Strengths and limitations of hybrid varieties Before you grow the seed (selecting varieties, saving seed and improving crops, intellectual property rights) Growing seed (pollination biology, harvesting, cleaning, storage, germination testing) Details on individual crops (amaranth, crucifers, beets and chard, lettuce, cucurbits, corn and small grains, nightshades, root veggies) Plus detailed appendices including more info on seed cleaning, seed companies, and more.
Download or read book The Busy Life of Eighty five Years of Ezra Meeker written by Ezra Meeker and published by . This book was released on 1916 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Cycling the Erie Canal Fifth Edition written by Parks & Trails New York and published by Parks & Trails New York. This book was released on 2021-03-01 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Erie Canalway Trail is a cycling destination for riders of all abilities. Following one of the world's most famous manmade waterways, it spans New York State between Albany and Buffalo. Whether enjoying a leisurely ride from one village to another, or spending a week completing the entire 360 miles, the Erie Canalway Trail offers endless adventures exploring the charming towns, living history, scenic beauty, and cultural attractions of New York State. The trail route follows both active and historic sections of the Erie Canal. For several decades now, state and local governments have been transforming the old towpath and abandoned rail corridor into a 360-mile multi-use pathway. The guidebook is designed primarily for use by bicyclists, but it is also useful for those planning to enjoy the trail on foot, travelling the canal system by boat, or visiting the Canal corridor's many sites by car. The fifth edition includes information on the statewide 750-mile Empire State Trail, which the Erie Canalway Trail is now part of; updated maps, trail routing, and surface conditions; and an updated, comprehensive listing of attractions, historic sites, visitor centers, public transportation options, easily accessible lodging, bike shops, parking, and other services. This guide is an indispensable resource for dedicated cyclists planning to bike across the state or the casual rider looking to take the family out for a couple of hours.
Download or read book Righteous Correction written by Simon J Stephens and published by Troubador Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2017-08-08 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A thrilling new crime series based on the English canals. An enigmatic hero with a tragic past fights crime and injustice using cutting edge technology and drones. Zipoly is just an ordinary man, but after the tragic death of his family he has to take on a whole new role, avenging the wrongs his family have suffered. After reluctantly adapting to his new life circumstances, and with a shadowy organisation forcing him into even greater changes, Zip begins a new life living on a canal boat and travelling the waterways of England. With a new identity and now in a completely new life, Zip becomes the unlikeliest of crime fighters, working as an agent for an ancient secret order. Nobody knows who he is. To the people he meets as he cruises the canals of England, he’s just another guy who’s chosen to live a simple life on a narrow boat. To his handlers, he is ‘The Kingfisher’. He does their bidding and restores the balance of justice when official means have failed. Zip finds that he is very good at his new role and succeeds where many had failed. That is, until his handlers ask him to cross a line he can, once again, never come back from... Righteous Correction? is a gripping work of crime fiction that also raises questions about justice and vigilantism – and their relationship to the official justice system. Can one ever justify the other?
Download or read book 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles Cleveland written by Diane Stresing and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2024-09-17 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get outdoors with this guide to 60 of the best hiking trails within an hour or so from Cleveland, Ohio, leading you to scenic beauty. The best way to experience Cleveland is by hiking it! Get outdoors with local author and hiking expert Diane Stresing. This full-color guide helps you locate and access the top hikes within 60 miles of CLE. The selected trails transport you to scenic overlooks, wildlife hot spots, and historical settings that renew your spirit and recharge your body. Immerse yourself in history at Fork Hill Earthworks, featuring American Indian ceremonial grounds and the remains of a prehistoric “monster.” Combine your hike with a lighthouse tour at Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park. Enjoy the scenic hiking paths at Orchard Hills Park, a former golf course converted to a recreational park. Go birding at Bath Nature Preserve. With Diane as your guide, you’ll learn about the area and experience nature through 60 of The Land’s best hikes! Inside you’ll find: A perfect blend of popular routes and hidden gems—all near home Expert tips about where to hike and what to expect when you get there Key at-a-glance information on distance, difficulty, scenery, traffic, hiking time, and more, so you can quickly and easily learn about each trail Detailed directions, GPS-based trail maps, and elevation profiles The author’s recommended hikes by category Whether you’re a local looking for new places to explore or a visitor to the area, 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Cleveland provides plenty of options for a couple hours or a full day of adventure, all within an hour or so from the city.
Download or read book The Rough Guide to Walks in London Southeast England written by Helena Smith and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2009-01-02 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to Walks in London and Southeast England is the ultimate guide to walking in this richly varied region. The book is for walkers of every ability, with varied itineraries from picturesque woodland strolls in the heart of the city, to get-away-from-it-all weekend hikes through the South Downs. The routes are detailed and easy-to-follow with descriptions of sights along the way, as well as lively background features on everything from smugglers’ tales to stone circles. There are great recommendations for places to eat and have a pint along the way, whether you choose a canal walk in the capital or a hike along the Ridgeway. With a full-colour introduction and accurate, easy-to-read maps, this is the must-have guide for those who aren’t afraid to get their boots muddy. Make the most of your time with the Rough Guide to Walks in London and Southeast England.
