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Man and Wife by Wilkie Collins
'This time the fiction is founded upon facts' stated Wilkie Collins in the Preface to this novel that explodes the myth of the sanctity of marriage in Victorian Britain.
Nov 5, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Classic Ghost Stories
'The Signalman,' 'The Monkey's Paw,' and 'The Red Room' are ghostly tales which are guaranteed to get the goosebumps rising.
Oct 20, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Free Activities for Bonfire Night
Celebrating Bonfire Night, or Guy Fawkes, is a favourite tradition in the UK. There are plenty of excellent websites that have great ideas for firework parties.
Oct 20, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Man and Wife by Wilkie Collins
In this often overlooked novel, Wilkie Collins makes clear his views on marriage and the position of women in Victorian society.
Oct 18, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Five Fall Into Adventure
The Famous Five sense mystery after they meet a strange girl on the beach and Kirrin Cottage is burgled but how will they make the connection between the two incidents?
Oct 18, 2009 - Tristania Currie
London under London
Chapter One of London under London focuses on the role of London Underground's tunnels and platforms as bomb shelters in World War Two.
Oct 16, 2009 - Tristania Currie
London under London A Subterranean Guide
London under London is a fascinating trawl through the secrets of what lies beneath the pavements of one of the most exciting and historically rich cities in the world.
Oct 9, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Five Go Off to Camp
A camping holiday on the moors turns into an adventure involving spook trains in the dead of night, strange happenings in a tunnel and a thrilling chase!
Oct 6, 2009 - Tristania Currie
St John Rivers the Christian Missionary
In her classic novel, 'Jane Eyre', Charlotte Bronte reveals the admiration which contemporary society had for Christian Missionaries.
Sep 21, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Fever – A Story from a Devon Churchyard
This account of a fever that swept Littleham in 1871 comprises a compelling blend of 'social history, research and imaginative reconstruction'.
Sep 20, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Review of Five on Kirrin Island Again
Julian, Dick, Anne, their tomboy cousin George and her faithful dog Timmy have to make new plans for the Easter holidays when George's father takes over Kirrin Island.
Sep 20, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Ghosts of Cornwall
First published in 1983 by Peter Underwood, former President of The Ghost Club Society, this book is a fascinating account of 'curious stories of spectral encounters.
Sep 20, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Bronte's Jane Eyre – A Vision of Hell?
In her classic novel, 'Jane Eyre', Charlotte Bronte tackles the institutional hypocrisy shown by some members of the Church of England clergy.
Sep 19, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Five Go Off in a Caravan by Enid Blyton
Julian, Dick, Anne, their tomboy cousin George and her loyal friend, Timmy the dog get more than they bargained for when they set off on a caravan holiday.
Sep 19, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Review of The Mona Lisa Bistro, Dublin
Mona Lisa is an informal restaurant with a family atmosphere serving contemporary Italian-American food in the heart of Dublin.
Sep 19, 2009 - Tristania Currie
After the Victorians by A N Wilson
Published in 2006, After the Victorians is a sublime follow up to A N Wilson's critically acclaimed portrait of the Victorian age.
May 17, 2009 - Tristania Currie
The Rectory Tea Room in Morwenstow
The Rectory Tea Room in Morwenstow, North Cornwall is a member of the UK Tea Council serving traditional Cornish food in a peaceful, rural setting.
May 16, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Free Activities for Pre-Schoolers at Home
The summer is a wonderful time to spend with small children and it doesn't have to cost the earth to keep them entertained! Discover how with these 5 easy ideas.
May 12, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Five Run Away Together by Enid Blyton
The famous five are reunited for another adventure during the school holidays.
May 10, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Beauty Tips for Stay at Home Moms
For the Stay-at-Home-Mom who wants to keep looking good, follow these 5 simple tips for maximum effect for minimum effort.
May 9, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Stay at Home Moms Need a Clear Mind
A problem that Stay-at-Home-Mom's can suffer is a lack of mental stimulation. The good news is, keeping that grey matter in tip-top shape can be easily achieved.
May 8, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Condition of England or Industrial Novels
Industrial Britain conjures images of workers slaving in 'dark satanic mills', driven to the edge by horrific conditions and the early trades unions fighting for change.
May 7, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Review of 365 Your Date with History
This engrossing reference book is packed full of historical facts, details and anecdotes, making it an excellent choice for general history enthusiast.
May 7, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Review The Heart of Things by A C Grayling
An accessible, sensitively written collection of short philosophy essays that is an excellent introduction for beginners in philosophy.
May 6, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Review – Jeremy Paxman The Victorians
Well known in the UK for his antagonistic interviews with recalcitrant politicians, journalist Jeremy Paxman reveals his in-depth knowledge of Victorian art.
Apr 23, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Review - Enid Blyton's Five Go Adventuring Again
Julian, Dick and Anne, their extraordinary cousin George and her faithful dog Timmy find themselves solving a mystery close to home when they spend Christmas at Kirrin.
Apr 23, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Castle Semple Sailing Club, Lochwinnoch Scotland
Just 20 minutes from Glasgow, whether you are an experienced sailor or just looking to try a new sport, Castle Semple Sailing Club could be just the place.
Apr 21, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Review – Wilkie Collins The Dead Secret
Fancy dipping into one of Wilkie Collins' less well-known novels? Follow the plucky Rosamond Franklin as she pursues a secret that holds clues to her past.
Apr 18, 2009 - Tristania Currie
La Fiorentina Italian Restaurant
La Fiorentina claims to be the 'premier Italian and Mediterranean restaurant in Glasgow' - discover the secrets of this Glasgow Italian Restaurant's success.
Apr 14, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Review – Wilkie Collins' Armadale
Armadale is an exciting, complex Victorian novel that examines the role of women, marriage and the individual.
Apr 12, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Piccolino Restaurant, Wimbledon Village, SW19
Piccolino offers a wide selection of Italian meals in informal, relaxed surroundings, just a stone's throw from the wide-open spaces of Wimbledon Common.
Apr 11, 2009 - Tristania Currie
The Bude Canal, Bude, North Cornwall
The Bude Canal is a delightful feature of Bude, a popular holiday destination in North Cornwall and a walk along the towpath is a must-do activity for any holidaymaker.
Apr 10, 2009 - Tristania Currie
The Whistlefield Inn, Loch Eck, Argyll, Scotland
As you drive along the A815 en route to the Whistlefield Inn, you will be charmed by the tranquility of Loch Eck that nestles against a dramatic mountainous backdrop.
Apr 7, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Review - Enid Blyton's Five Go to Smuggler's Top
Julian, Dick, George (Georgina by rights!), Anne and Timmy the dog return for another adventure that keeps young readers turning the pages until the mystery is solved.
Apr 5, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Review of Wilkie Collins' The Moonstone
'The Moonstone', a tightly woven tale of the theft of a valuable jewel and the subsequent quest to recover it, is a critically acclaimed masterpiece of mystery.
Apr 4, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Fairtrade in the Windward Isles
Cornelius Lynch has been involved with the process of introducing Fairtrade in the Windward Isles since 2000 and he reveals how his community has benefitted.
Mar 23, 2009 - Tristania Currie
Review - Wilkie Collins The Woman in White
Want to learn about the literary classics but don't know where to begin? If you already like thrillers, The Woman in White is a great place to start.
Mar 22, 2009 - Tristania Currie