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Anna Nicholas

    Con uno spirito celtico selvaggio ereditato dal suo background diversificato, questa autrice incarna un'etica avventurosa, favorita per la prima volta durante i suoi non convenzionali viaggi infantili in Europa. Il suo percorso professionale è stato tanto variegato quanto le sue esperienze, passando da studi accademici di letteratura e classici a ruoli in iniziative di beneficenza, come portavoce del Guinness dei Primati e direttrice marketing. Esperta esploratrice, ha partecipato a spedizioni scientifiche in luoghi remoti del globo, alimentando la sua voce letteraria. I lettori possono aspettarsi narrazioni ricche di incontri straordinari e una profonda esplorazione dell'ingegno umano e della spinta alla scoperta.

    A Lizard In My Luggage
    A Chorus Of Cockerels
    Strictly Off the Record. On the Trail of World Records with Norris McWhirter
    Cat On A Hot Tiled Roof
    Peacocks In Paradise
    The Devil's Horn
    • "When 33-year-old Isabel Flores Montserrat quits a promising career with the Spanish police to run her mother's holiday rentals agency in rural Mallorca, it seems that her crime-fighting days are far behind. However, in just a few days, the disappearance of a young British girl, violent murder of an elderly neighbour, and discovery of a Colombian drug cartel threaten to tear apart Isabel's idyllic life. Together with local chief Tolo Cabot, an old admirer of her unorthodox methods, Isabel must race against the clock to untangle a sinister web of crime and restore peace to the island once more."--Publisher

      The Devil's Horn
    • Peacocks In Paradise

      • 288pagine
      • 11 ore di lettura

      Anna delves into the island's authentic heartland, exploring nature reserves, bird sanctuaries and paprika, fruit and almond farms. On her travels, she meets the makers of siurell whistles, palm leaf baskets, hot sauces and ensaimada pastries, and revels in visiting local producers of wine, craft beer, gin and brandy - and Mallorca's famed herbes liqueur. Meanwhile, she and chum, Alison, are tackling all 54 Tramuntana peaks over 1,000m, enduring the arduous overnight Guell hike to Lluc Monastery along the way

      Peacocks In Paradise
    • Cat On A Hot Tiled Roof

      • 352pagine
      • 13 ore di lettura

      Following the success of Anna's first title, A Lizard in My Luggage, this is the sequel devoted to her attempts to make the transition from her frenetic London life for rustic living in Mallorca. In this title, the author nurses a bizarre wish to open a luxury cattery on her land - unbeknownst to her long-suffering family. In between phantom sheep, midnight snail hunts and Catalan lessons, work also has its challenges as Anna juggles neurotic client between Mayfair and Manhattan and is pursued by lucrative deals. But increasingly Anna finds herself lured by the simple life because, as she discovers, you can take the girl out of Mallorca but you can't take Mallorca out of the girl

      Cat On A Hot Tiled Roof
    • A Chorus Of Cockerels

      • 288pagine
      • 11 ore di lettura

      When not juggling work deadlines or chatting with Johnny the toad, Anna sets off to explore the lesser-known areas of the island. On her cultural voyage of discovery, she visits fig, olive and snail farms, a textile mill and a sobrasada sausage factory. While marathon training in the Tramuntana mountains, she is spooked when delving into the myths and Moorish legends that still haunt the hills. She explores ancient ice houses and huts of charcoal burners and hears tales of the terrifying brigands that roamed the area in the 17th century. And she even finds time to hike the Camino de Santiago

      A Chorus Of Cockerels
    • A Lizard In My Luggage

      • 320pagine
      • 12 ore di lettura

      The first in a humorous travel series of six books about how to live the dream in a new country. The author explores different local cultural themes in each title. Living an adrenalin-fuelled working existence running a PR company in Mayfair, London, Anna & her husband Alan visit Mallorca with young son, Ollie and impulsively purchase a ruined farmhouse in the hills. Keeping a foot in both London & Mallorca in order to pay the bills, Anna commutes each week, enjoying the stress-free, sunny existence in her new home while coping with largely unhinged clients back in the UK. The book is a celebration of life, community and rural traditions - and above all, about learning to take risks in the pursuit of real happiness.

      A Lizard In My Luggage
    • An Idyl of the Wabash and Other Stories

      • 268pagine
      • 10 ore di lettura

      Culturally significant, this book preserves the integrity of the original artifact, including copyright references and library stamps. It serves as a vital piece of civilization's knowledge base, reflecting the historical context and importance of the work. Scholars have recognized its value, ensuring that readers experience the text as closely as possible to its initial publication.

      An Idyl of the Wabash and Other Stories
    • The Making Of Thomas Barton (1913)

      • 344pagine
      • 13 ore di lettura

      Ambition and perseverance drive the narrative of a young man who rises from poverty to become a successful banker. Beginning in a small English village, Thomas Barton’s determination leads him to earn a scholarship to a prestigious school, where he excels. Moving to London, he faces challenges but remains focused on his goals. The novel also delves into his personal relationships, highlighting his commitment to his values. This story emphasizes the transformative power of education and hard work in achieving one’s dreams.

      The Making Of Thomas Barton (1913)