Down by the River: the Thames and Kennet in ReadingThe book is attractively designed, thoroughly researched, and generously provided with maps, drawings, and contemporary photographs, many not seen before. The author writes with local people in mind and her book will be of interest to local and family historians, as well as those with an interest in river activities. The book tells the stories of those who worked on the rivers: millers, bargemasters, lock keepers, fishermen and boat builders. And

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James Kirkup The Poor Man’s Son by Mouloud Feraoun

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Nathan Abrams lectures in film at the University of Wales

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Beirut – Some Place

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A major voice in contemporary verse

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