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The History lying behind the Great Gate of Kiev

The History lying behind the Great Gate of Kiev

The Great Gate of Kiev is the finale of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition. It is a classical piano suite based on 400 paintings by artist Victor Hartmann. The Golden Gate depicted by Hartmann, was built in 1037. Then Kyiv was at the height of its power and influence within the medieval world. Kyiv (Kiev) was a thriving trading centre, that straddled the silk routes from east to west. And…

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What makes authors write fiction inspired by real events?

What makes authors write fiction inspired by real events?

By drawing on personal experiences, or historical events, authors can create compelling narrative. Fiction inspired by real events may move an author to create a powerful emotional response in the reader. By melding two or more stories into one, authors can create spectacular fiction. Real events are often stranger than Fiction The saying – Truth is stranger than Fiction – was written by Lord…

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Why is a patio extension cost inexpensive in Thailand?

Why is a patio extension cost inexpensive in Thailand?

A patio extension cost can be low in Thailand. $660. Outdoor patio extensions, called a sala In Thailand, are usually simple with low material cost. A patio extension roof welded onto an existing structure, with a concrete floor and speedy young workmen, the build time should be under a week. Planning Map out your idea before starting Choose the area for your extension and mark it out. Mine…

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Will we see Phuket tourism boost the Thailand reopening

Will we see Phuket tourism boost the Thailand reopening

Is Thailand open for tourism, and if not, is Thailand reopening and when will Thailand reopen to tourists? These questions demand clarity before tourists will commit to places like Phuket for their holidays. Business owners need clarity for the revival of Phuket tourism. Bangla Road – Patong. Once the liveliest road in Phuket 24/7 – Deserted Bangkok Post – 26 March 2021 According to an article…

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Thailand life - an unusual happening - danger - and interesting facts

Thailand life – an unusual happening – danger – and interesting facts

Spend time in Thailand and you will discover Thailand life is full of strange events, facts, and oddities. Inventive 3 wheel transport in Thailand has evolved. Gasoline in Thailand is often dispensed in dangerous ways. And unlicenced Thailand dogs and controlling them is a concern. But Fruit and vegetable carving is an art to be envied. In this article I have written a brief expose on four…

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See these great Archive Videos of City of Bristol History

See these great Archive Videos of City of Bristol History

The place of my birth and home for fifty years before I emigrated in 1995, Bristol’s History has been captured in these wonderful film archives and videos up to the present day. The City of Bristol History Channel on Youtube The City of Bristol History Channel on Youtube is a curation of the best videos about Bristol, UK. There are some great archive videos and film about the City of Bristol,…

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Where can I find good books by New Authors

Where can I find good books by New Authors

Finding new authors to read and books by new authors can take more time than reading the books themselves. It can be fun but time consuming and I am sure, if you are anything like me, you would rather be reading than surfing the web, hoping to find something good.

There are plenty of new books to read but how do you know if they are the best books to read.

More and more websites are…

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Where to Find the best new psychological thriller books

Where to Find the best new psychological thriller books

Discovering new authors is one of the most exciting parts of being an avid reader. However, finding them is not easy, and many good new authors go unnoticed in an age when there is a proliferation of books. And finding a gem or two in a world where genre dominates is even more challenging. So, if you are looking for new psychological thriller books, you’ve stumbled across the right blog and…

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Literary Fiction Series nears completion Auto Draft Read the story above to get a sneak preview as my literary fiction series nears completion. Click on the right of the image to scroll through the story. Check here for progress and dates of publications.

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Would Eddie Cochran have been bigger than Elvis?

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Elvis was the King. Eddie Cochran, just 21 was heir to the throne when he died.

The day Eddie Cochran died

On the evening of April 17th 1960, after a show in Bristol, England, Eddie Cochrane was killed in a car accident. He was travelling with Pat Thompkins (Tour manager), Gene Vincent and Eddie’s girlfriend Sharon Sheeley in a hired Ford…

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How to Avoid Getting Murdered in a Quaint English Village

How to Avoid Getting Murdered in a Quaint English Village

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Who are you?

We come from nothing, we are going back to nothing-In the end what have we lost? Nothing!― Graham Chapman

When I look into the mirror I see what everybody else sees when they look at me; an old man. But when they look at me they can’t hear, feel or smell the same things that I hear, feel or smell. Others can only see the physical form. They think I am an old man because that is what their eyes…

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Free Book Giveaways - 1st October to 14th October

Free Book Giveaways – 1st October to 14th October

A Prolific Works Group – Free Book Giveaway, Thrillers, Mysteries, and Suspense that Keep the Pages Turning… Up to 100 FREE BOOK GIVEAWAYS by Prolific Works from a variety of authors. 1st October to 14th October

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Free Book Giveaways

The Only Witness is part of The Prolific Works Group – Free Book Giveaway, Autumn Vibes – All Genres

81 FREE BOOK GIVEAWAYS by Prolific Works from a variety of authors in all genres. 27th September to 11th October The Only Witness – Free Book 

A Short Story, THE ONLY WITNESS is a mystery which will give you a taste for the 3-novel series – ALFIE GOES TO THAILAND. It’s less than a 30-minute read,…

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How did Thailand escape the poverty trap?

How did Thailand escape the poverty trap?

The abundance of natural produce that is readily available to the people of Thailand makes it is easy to forget. Many rural Thai people, were staring into the poverty trap less than forty years ago. Those people now represent 70% of the Thai population and are mainly farming families. Fresh food markets abound in the cities, towns and villages of Thailand, and they are always busy. So, how did…

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Alfie goes to Thailand - Novel Trilogy

Alfie goes to Thailand – Novel Trilogy

The Countdown has started

If you like thought-provoking drama, psychological romance, and damaged characters, then you’ll love the tropical sauna and wry humour of POST-IT NOTES and the other books in the novel trilogy series. Alfie’s adventures hot up, as a conniving Mother and her wicked daughters, plot his downfall. The dangers are exacerbated by crooked builders, and rogue property traders,…

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How to liven up your photography with ICM

How to liven up your photography with ICM

An extraordinary sunset on New Year’s eve in Northern Thailand captured using ICM

Unless you are a ‘dyed in the wool’ traditionalist, photography with ICM (intentional camera movement) can add another dimension to your photography world.

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Inspiration from old hands

Everything I discover is still exciting, as I am relatively new to photography. But it can be daunting when viewing the work…

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