Download or read book Secret Truro written by Christine Parnell and published by Amberley Publishing Limited. This book was released on 2022-02-15 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secret Truro explores the lesser-known history of the Cornish city of Truro through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.
Download or read book Secret Cornwall written by Michael Williams and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Mercantile navy list 1848 4 issues 49 2 issues 50 53 57 61 64 71 80 81 92 1939 written by Trade Board of and published by . This book was released on 1881 with total page 664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Secret Treasure of Oak Island written by D'Arcy O'Connor and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2018-08-24 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It started on a summer afternoon in 1795 when a young man named Daniel McGinnis found what appeared to be an old site on an island off the Acadian coast, a coastline fabled for the skullduggery of pirates. The notorious Captain Kidd was rumored to have left part of his treasure somewhere along here, and as McGinnis and two friends started to dig, they found what turned out to be an elaborately engineered shaft constructed of oak logs, nonindigenous coconut mats, and landfill that came to be known as the Money Pit. Ever since that summer day in 1795, the possibility of what might be hidden in the depths of a small island off the south coast of Nova Scotia, Canada, has made it the site of the world's longest, most expensive, and most perplexing treasure hunt. Author D'Arcy O'Connor recounts the fascinating stories and amazing discoveries of past and current treasure seekers who have sought Oak Island's fabled treasure for over two hundred years. It has baffled scientists and madmen, scholars and idiots, millionaires and get-rich-quick schemers, psychics, engineers, charlatans, and even a former president of the United States. The island has consumed the fortunes-and in some cases, the lives-of those who have obsessively set out to unlock its secret. Despite all their efforts, the mystery remains unsolved, and not a single dime of treasure has ever been recovered. The present-day search is an archaeological dig exceeding anything ever done anywhere for similar purposes, and it may well result in the discovery of one of the world's richest and most historically significant treasures. But this is also the story of individuals who have dedicated years of their lives to discover what was buried long ago beneath this strange island. They are driven by a lust for gold, by archaeological curiosity, and by their determination to outwit the engineer who was responsible for the Oak Island enigma.
Download or read book Secret Classrooms written by Geoffrey Elliott and published by Faber & Faber. This book was released on 2013-12-19 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Here is a vivacious account of how in the 1950s, under Eden and Lloyd at the Foreign Office, some 5,000 young men doing national service were quietly siphoned off from their units, secluded in Cornwall and Fifeshire, or, more boldly, next door to the Guards depot at Coulsdon in Surrey, and put through crash courses in Russian till they could speak it fluently ...' M. R. D. Foot, Spectator Lambasted by the Soviets as a 'spy school', the Joint Services School for Linguists (JSSL) was a major Cold War initiative, which pushed 5000 young National Servicemen through intensive training as Russian translators and interpreters, primarily to meet the needs of Britain's signals intelligence operations. Its pupils included a remarkable cross-section of talented young men who went on to a diversity of glittering careers: professors of Russian, Chinese, ancient philosophy, economics; the historian Sir Martin Gilbert; authors such as Alan Bennett, Dennis Potter and Michael Frayn; screenwriter Jack Rosenthal; stage director Sir Peter Hall; and churchmen ranging from a bishop to a displaced Carmelite friar. Geoffrey Elliot and Harold Shukman, both of whom emerged from JSSL as interpreters, have drawn on many personal recollections and interviews with fellow students, as well as once highly classified documents in the Public Record Office, in order to reveal this fascinating story for the first time. 'A highly entertaining read ... No one interested in late 20th century theatre or literature can afford to ignore this book.' Spectator 'Elliott and Shukman write with style and wit ... They record something more than a byway in the history of the cold war, a true contribution to British history.' Michael Bourdeaux, Times Higher Education Supplement 'An engaging, quirky account of this strange offshoot of the Cold War ... a kind of Virgin Soldiers for clever clogs.' Michael Leapman, Independent
Download or read book Secrets of the World s Undiscovered Treasures written by Patricia Fanthorpe and published by Dundurn. This book was released on 2009-03-23 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Treasures of many kinds still lie hidden below crumbling castles and ruined monasteries; in macabre tombs; in subterranean labyrinths and sinister caverns. Many sunken treasures lie beneath the seas, oceans and lakes of the world. Vast stores of pirate gold are still hidden on many a real life treasure island such as Oak Island at Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia. Many treasures were looted, hidden and lost after the two World Wars - Hermann Goering, for example, one of most powerful leaders of Nazi Germany, is strongly suspected of hiding huge treasures at Veldenstein and Lake Zeller. This fascinating, expertly researched book brilliantly reveals all these unsolved mysteries. The final section covers useful ideas for treasure-seekers: the study of old maps and charts; coded messages; secret symbols; and intensive research into the lives and locations of those people through out history who probably in all certainty, had treasure to hide.
Download or read book The Dead Secret and Other Tales written by Collins and published by . This book was released on 1857 with total page 742 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Dead Secret written by Wilkie Collins and published by Standard Ebooks. This book was released on 2021-12-18T02:25:17Z with total page 455 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Dead Secret is Wilkie Collins’ fourth novel. It first appeared in serial form in Charles Dickens’ Household Words magazine during 1856. Like many of Collins’ books, it features incidents and themes which were considered to be sensational at the time; in this case, sex before marriage, illegitimacy, and fraud. The novel opens with a scene at Porthgenna Tower, a mansion in Cornwall, where the lady of the house, Mrs. Treverton, is dying. On her deathbed, she tries to force her maidservant, Sarah Leeson, to swear that she will give a letter Mrs. Treverton has written to her husband, Captain Treverton, once she is dead. The letter reveals an important family secret in which Sarah is deeply involved and which she consequently is desperately unwilling to pass on. Mrs. Treverton succeeds in making Sarah swear not to destroy the letter or remove it from the house, but dies before making the young woman swear to give the letter to the Captain. Sarah therefore finds a place to conceal it within the house. The rest of the novel deals with Rosamond, the Treverton’s daughter, who grows to adulthood and marries Leonard Franklin, a young man of a well-to-do family, who is afflicted with blindness. Franklin purchases Porthgenna Tower after the Captain’s death, and the couple plan to move into the property and renovate it. Doing so, however, means that they are likely to uncover the hidden letter concealing the family secret. While critics don’t consider The Dead Secret to be one of Collins’ best novels, it contains some of the same elements of mystery and suspense as The Woman in White and The Moonstone, and much of his characteristic wry humor. This book is part of the Standard Ebooks project, which produces free public domain ebooks.
Download or read book Mercantile Navy List and Maritime Directory written by and published by . This book was released on 1881 with total page 664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Dead Secret written by Wilkie Collins and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2023-10-01 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the mysteries of "The Dead Secret" by Wilkie Collins, a gripping tale of secrets, betrayal, and redemption that will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. Enter the world of Cornwall's rugged coastline, where hidden secrets and buried truths lurk beneath the surface of a seemingly idyllic seaside village. As you delve into the pages of "The Dead Secret," prepare to be swept up in a whirlwind of intrigue and suspense, as Collins masterfully weaves together a tangled web of deception and desire. Follow the enigmatic Rosamund Treverton as she uncovers the long-buried secrets of her family's past, from the dark mysteries of Porthgenna Tower to the shocking revelations that threaten to tear her world apart. With each twist and turn of the plot, Collins keeps readers guessing until the very end, as secrets are revealed and loyalties are tested. Themes of betrayal, forgiveness, and the power of love permeate the narrative of "The Dead Secret," inviting readers to ponder the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of past actions. Through Collins' evocative prose and rich characterizations, readers are drawn into a world of hidden desires and unspoken truths, where nothing is as it seems. Character analysis reveals the depth and complexity of the characters who populate "The Dead Secret," from the tormented Rosamund to the enigmatic Mrs. Treverton and the sinister steward Joseph. Each character brings their own motivations and secrets to the story, adding layers of intrigue and suspense to Collins' gripping tale. The overall tone of "The Dead Secret" is one of suspense and mystery, with Collins' atmospheric descriptions and vivid imagery immersing readers in the haunting beauty of Cornwall's rugged landscape. His writing is characterized by its tension and intensity, keeping readers eagerly turning pages as they race to uncover the truth. Since its publication, "The Dead Secret" has captivated readers with its spellbinding plot, richly drawn characters, and atmospheric setting. Its enduring popularity and continued influence make it a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good mystery with a touch of Gothic flair. Whether you're a fan of classic literature or simply someone who enjoys a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue, "The Dead Secret" offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of darkness. Don't miss your chance to unravel the mysteries of Porthgenna Tower. Grab your copy now and prepare to be captivated by Wilkie Collins' timeless masterpiece.
Download or read book Bibliotheca Cornubiensis P Z written by George Clement Boase and published by . This book was released on 1878 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Mysteries and Secrets The 16 Book Complete Codex written by Patricia Fanthorpe and published by Dundurn. This book was released on 2014-11-12 with total page 2887 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This special 16-book bundle collects fearless investigations into the paranormal from the pens of Lionel and Patricia Fanthorpe, who for several decades been researching and writing about ancient and eternal mysteries. Their entertaining and thought-provoking works span numerous topics, from numerology, freemasonry, voodoo, satanism and witchcraft to the very nature of death and time. Additionally, they have produced numerous volumes examining the great unexplained mysteries and places of history, including The Bible, European castles, strange murders, arcane objects of power, the mysterious depths of the sea and remarkable people. Take a strange and beautiful trip to the mystical side of life in this special set! Includes Death Mysteries and Secrets of Numerology Mysteries and Secrets of the Masons Mysteries and Secrets of the Templars Mysteries and Secrets of Time Mysteries and Secrets of Voodoo, Santeria, and Obeah Satanism and Demonology Secrets of the World’s Undiscovered Treasures The Big Book of Mysteries The Oak Island Mystery The World’s Greatest Unsolved Mysteries The World’s Most Mysterious Castles The World’s Most Mysterious Murders The World’s Most Mysterious Objects The World’s Most Mysterious People Unsolved Mysteries of the Sea
Download or read book THE DEAD SECRET A NOVEL written by WILKIE COLLINS and published by BEYOND BOOKS HUB. This book was released on 1900* with total page 637 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE TWENTY-THIRD OF AUGUST, 1829. "Will she last out the night, I wonder?" "Look at the clock, Mathew." "Ten minutes past twelve! She has lasted the night out. She has lived, Robert, to see ten minutes of the new day." These words were spoken in the kitchen of a large country-house situated on the west coast of Cornwall. The speakers were two of the men-servants composing the establishment of Captain Treverton, an officer in the navy, and the eldest male representative of an old Cornish family. Both the servants communicated with each other restrainedly, in whispers—sitting close together, and looking round expectantly toward the door whenever the talk flagged between them. "It's an awful thing," said the elder of the men, "for us two to be alone here, at this dark time, counting out the minutes that our mistress has left to live!"
Download or read book Fodor s Cape Cod Nantucket Martha s Vineyard written by Fodor's and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2011 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the towns and local attractions of the three areas, and offers recommendations for hotels, restaurants, shopping, and leisure activities.
Download or read book Best Bike Rides Cape Cod and the Islands written by Gregory Wright and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2015-05-01 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Bike Rides Cape Cod and the Islands describes 40 of the greatest recreational rides in the Cape Cod area. Road rides, rail trails, bike paths, and single-track mountain bike rides all get included. Most rides are in the 5- to 35-mile range, allowing for great afternoon outings and family adventures. Best Bike Rides Cape Cod and the Islands includes a map of each ride, a log of significant milepoints, a text description of the ride, a start-finish point with nearby motor vehicle parking, the GPS coordinates of the start-finish point, and color photos. Also included is information on local restaurants, lodging, maps, bicycle shops, other facilities for cyclists, and community resources.
Download or read book The Children s Green Detective Guide to Cornwall written by Debs Rooney and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
