What was the occupation of 'Warden Hodges' in the TV classic, 'Dad's Army'?

William Hodges | Dad's Army Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Edit Hodges is Captain Mainwaring 's main rival in Walmington-on-Sea. A greengrocer, following outbreak of war he has been given power as chief air-raid warden, signified by his white helmet, and that power has gone to his head. He can be as pompous and officious as Mainwaring, but is more uncouth and coarse, antagonizing the Home Guard platoon , in particular Mainwaring, whom he calls "Napoleon". Mainwaring responds by referring to him as a "tradesman". This rivalry increased after he was forced to share the church hall with Mainwaring after his headquarters was bombed. Unlike Mainwaring, Hodges did fight in the Great War, where he learned to speak German as a prison guard ( Come In, Your Time Is Up ) and developed a dislike of Americans ( My British Buddy ). In The Recruit , it is revealed that Hodges is uncle to a Scots boy named Hamish (who calls him "Uncle Willie"). ARP Warden Hodges In A Brush with the Law , Hodges and a warden believe they have caught Mainwaring with a light in his office one night (a violation of the blackout and a criminal offence). Hodges greets the discovery with the joyful words "I've got him" repeated over and over in near-hysterical manner. He and Captain Square, the greater of Mainwaring's enemies, proceed to see that the trial goes downhill from the start, Hodges telling Mainwaring he hopes "they give you a month". However, their attempts to have Mainwaring prosecuted are thwarted by Private Walker , who reminds Square of his own black-market whisky. In All is Safely Gathered In , Hodges agrees a truce with Mainwaring after a near-death experience with a bomb. He orders his ARP wardens to help the Home Guard gather in the harvest. Hodges is suddenly desperate to have Mainwaring's favour, and continually insists what a 'good man' the captain is, to the amusement of the platoon. However after they both become drunk on potato wine, the rivalry returns with Hodges branding Mainwaring "a drunken old snob". Hodges is immensely arrogant, shown mainly in his scnees with the Home Guard. Also, he gleefully blackmails people just so he can get what he wants. Hodges views the Home Guard as ineffective old men and tries to take charge of important situations as an 'ARP matter' - however, as he also displays a cowardly streak, in any danger he is quick to transfer command back to Mainwaring and withdraw (for instance, he does this when discovering the severity of the situation in Something Nasty in the Vault ). In many episodes, Hodges and his co-conspirator, the verger, try to sabotage the platoon's efforts, usually at the command of Captain Square. Examples of this can be found in the episodes Menace from the Deep , We Know Our Onions , Don't Forget the Diver , Battle of the Giants and Gorilla Warfare . His feelings towards both Mainwaring and his wartime responsibilities were summed up in the episode Time on my Hands : Hodges (shouting to Mainwaring, who is stuck up the town hall clock tower): "I hope you stay up there to let me enjoy this war in peace. Because I do enjoy this war. I've never enjoyed anything as much in all my life... And you! You always spoil it." Hodges is disliked by the rest of the platoon, who whistle the theme to Laurel and Hardy when he appears. A number have a personal reason for their contempt. Wilson dislikes Hodges because of his advances on Mrs Pike (this led to Wilson punching Hodges in the face in High Finance ), and Godfrey because of his attitude towards the elderly. In Time On My Hands , after Hodges tells Mr. Blewett to shut up, the usually calm Godfrey tells Hodges he is a "rude, common and nasty fellow" and in The Big Wheel Went Round and Round he calls him "the most vulgar, rude and common man I (he) have (has) ever encountered". Even Walker , seen doing business with Hodges at several points, threatens to give Hodges "a bunch of fives up the hooter" in Uninvited Guests after one insult too many towards the platoon. Pike , who is usually not confrontational, encourages Mainwaring to shoot Hodges on a fli


In a flower, what name is given to the terminal part of a stamen, in which the pollen grains are produced?

FLOWER ANATOMY parts of a flower Anatomy of a Flower The           Basic Flower Parts The           flower consists of many different parts. Some of the most           important parts being separated into both male and female           parts. Male           Parts Stamen This is the male part of the flower. It is made up of the            filament and anther, it is the pollen producing part of            the plant. The number of stamen is usually the same as the            number of petals. Anther This is the part of the stamen that produces and contains            pollen. It is usually on top of a long stalk that looks            like a fine hair. Filament This is the fine hair-like stalk that the anther sits on            top of. Female           Parts Pistil This is the female part of the flower. It is made up of            the stigma, style, and ovary. Each pistil is constructed            of one to many rolled leaflike structures. Stigma One of the female parts of the flower. It is the sticky bulb that you see in the center of the flowers, it is the            part of the pistil of a flower which receives the pollen            grains and on which they germinate. Style Another female part of the flower. This is the long stalk            that the stigma sits on top of. Ovary The part of the plant, usually at the bottom of the flower,            that has the seeds inside and turns into the fruit that            we eat. The ovary contains ovules. Ovule The part of the ovary that becomes the seeds. Other           Important Parts of a Flower Petal The colorful, often bright part of the flower. They attract            pollinators and are usually the reason why we buy and enjoy            flowers. Sepal The parts that look like little green leaves that cover            the outside of a flower bud to protect the flower before            it opens. Flower           Types Imperfect            Flower A flower that has either all male parts or all female parts,            but not both in the same flower. Examples: cucumbers, pumpkin,            and melons. Perfect            Flower A flower that has both the male parts and female parts in            the same flower. Examples: roses, lilies, and dandelion.


The official discovery of Newfoundland is credited to the man who set sail from Bristol in 1497, who?

John Cabot - Exploration - HISTORY.com Google John Cabot’s Early Life Giovanni Caboto was born circa 1450 in Genoa, and moved to Venice around 1461; he became a Venetian citizen in 1476. Evidence suggests that he worked as a merchant in the spice trade of the Levant, or eastern Mediterranean, and may have traveled as far as Mecca, then an important trading center for Oriental and Western goods. He studied navigation and map-making during this period, and (similarly to his countryman Christopher Columbus ) appears to have become interested in the possibility of reaching the rich markets of Asia by sailing in a westward direction. Did You Know? John Cabot's landing in 1497 is generally thought to be the first European encounter with the North American continent since Leif Eriksson and the Vikings explored the area they called Vinland in the 11th century. For the next several decades, Cabot’s exact activities are unknown; he may have spent several years in Valencia and Seville, Spain, and may have been in Valencia in 1493, when Columbus passed through the city on his way to report to the Spanish monarchs the results of his western voyage (including his mistaken belief that he had in fact reached Asia). By late 1495, Cabot had reached Bristol, England, a port city that had served as a starting point for several previous expeditions across the North Atlantic. From there, he worked to convince the British crown that England did not have to stand aside while Spain claimed most of the New World, and that it was possible to reach Asia on a more northerly route than the one Columbus had taken. Cabot’s First Voyage In 1496, King Henry VII issued letters patent to Cabot and his son, which authorized them to make a voyage of discovery and to return with goods for sale on the English market. After a first, aborted attempt, Cabot sailed out of Bristol on the small ship Matthew in May 1497, with a crew of 18 men. The expedition made landfall in North America on June 24; the exact location is disputed, but may have been southern Labrador, the island of Newfoundland or Cape Breton Island. When Cabot went ashore, he reportedly saw signs of habitation but no people. He took possession of the land for King Henry, but hoisted both the English and Venetian flags. Cabot explored the area and named various features of the region, including Cape Discovery, Island of St. John, St. George’s Cape, Trinity Islands and England’s Cape. These may correspond to modern-day places located around what became known as Cabot Strait, the 60-mile-wide channel running between southwestern Newfoundland and northern Cape Breton Island. Like Columbus, Cabot believed that he had reached Asia’s northeast coast, and returned to Bristol in August 1497 with extremely favorable reports of the exploration. Cabot’s Second Voyage In London in late 1497, Cabot proposed to King Henry VII that he set out on a second expedition across the north Atlantic. This time, he would continue westward from his first landfall until he reached the island of Cipangu (Japan). In February 1498, the king issued letters patent for the second voyage, and that May Cabot set off from Bristol with about five ships and 200 men. The exact fate of the expedition has not been established, but by July one of the ships had been damaged and sought anchorage in Ireland. It was believed that the ships had been caught in a severe storm, and by 1499, Cabot himself was presumed to have perished at sea. In addition to laying the groundwork for British land claims in Canada, his expeditions proved the existence of a shorter route across the northern Atlantic Ocean, which would later facilitate the establishment of other British colonies in North America. Tags


Which Dutch navigator is credited as being the first European to sight New Zealand?

Abel Tasman | A tribute to Influential Australian Christians A tribute to Influential Australian Christians Posted on 1 February 2011 by A tribute to Influential Australian Christians Abel Tasman (1603 – 1659) Dutch navigator and explorer It was a Dutch Protestant, Abel Tasman, “the man who made the longest voyage since Magellan”–who was the first European to sight Tasmania and New Zealand. A devout Christian, he sailed from Batavia on 14 August 1642. Instructions to Skipper Commander Abel Jansz Tasman “destined for the discovery and exploration of the unknown Southland” included an enumeration of other famous explorers–Christopher Columbus and Vasco da Gama–who had preceded him. “What numberless multitudes of blind heathen have by the same been introduced to the blessed light of the Christian religion!” It was a Dutch Protestant, Abel Tasman, “the man who made the longest voyage since Magellan”–who was the first European to sight Tasmania and New Zealand. A devout Christian, he sailed from Batavia on 14 August 1642. Instructions to Skipper Commander Abel Jansz Tasman “destined for the discovery and exploration of the unknown Southland” included an enumeration of other famous explorers–Christopher Columbus and Vasco da Gama–who had preceded him. “What numberless multitudes of blind heathen have by the same been introduced to the blessed light of the Christian religion!” Naturally, the Council at Batavia prayed that in addition to finding heathen peoples, Tasman would also discover some “invaluable treasures and profitable trade connections” to make the trip worthwhile. No matter how mixed the motives, Tasman (and his crew of two ships) was sent out with “the blessing of the Ruler of all things”, with the prayer that, in His mercy, He would “endow [him] with manly courage in the execution of the intended discovery, and may grant [him] a safe return”. “May God Almighty”, he wrote in his journal, “vouchsafe His blessings on this work”. After ten months at sea, he arrived back in Batavia. “God be praised and thanked for this happy voyage”, he noted in his journal. Tasman made a second voyage in 1644, when he charted the coast of Australia from Cape York Peninsula west to Willems River in the centre of the west coast. In spite of Tasman’s discoveries, the Dutch shareholders, who were motivated by “uncommon profit” above the treasures of the heathen, were dissatisfied because he did not bring back glittering reports of gold or spices. So Tasman did not complete his charting of the Australian coast, but by the end of Tasman’s voyages, the Dutch had charted the Australian coast from the Cape York west and south to the east end of the Great Australian Bight and southern Tasmania. However, their closing statement on Australia was that “there was no good to be done there”.


What type of infection is the skin complaint, Ringworm?

Ringworm of the Skin-Topic Overview Ringworm of the Skin Ringworm of the Skin - Topic Overview Ringworm of the Skin Credits Is this topic for you? This topic is about ringworm of the skin , groin, or hands. For information about other fungal infections, see the topics: What is ringworm of the skin? Ringworm of the skin is an infection caused by a fungus . Jock itch is a form of ringworm that causes an itchy rash on the skin of your groin area. It is much more common in men than in women. Jock itch may be caused by the spread of athlete's foot fungus to the groin. What causes ringworm? Ringworm is not caused by a worm. It is caused by a fungus . The kinds of fungi (plural of fungus ) that cause ringworm live and spread on the top layer of the skin and on the hair . They grow best in warm, moist areas, such as locker rooms and swimming pools, and in skin folds. Ringworm is contagious. It spreads when you have skin-to-skin contact with a person or animal that has it. It can also spread when you share things like towels, clothing, or sports gear. You can also get ringworm by touching an infected dog or cat, although this form of ringworm is not common. What are the symptoms? Ringworm of the skin usually causes a very itchy rash. It often makes a pattern in the shape of a ring , but not always. Sometimes it is just a red, itchy rash. Jock itch is a rash in the skin folds of the groin. It may also spread to the inner thighs or buttocks. Ringworm of the hand looks like athlete's foot . The skin on the palm of the hand gets thick, dry, and scaly. And skin between the fingers may be moist and have open sores. How is ringworm of the skin diagnosed? If you have a ring-shaped rash, you very likely have ringworm. Your doctor will be able to tell for sure. He or she will probably look at a scraping from the rash under a microscope to check for the ringworm fungus. Continued How is it treated? Most ringworm of the skin can be treated at home with creams you can buy without a prescription. Your rash may clear up soon after you start treatment, but it's important to keep using the cream for as long as the label or your doctor says. This will help keep the infection from coming back. If the cream doesn't work, your doctor can prescribe pills that will kill the fungus. If ringworm is not treated, your skin could blister , and the cracks could become infected with bacteria. If this happens, you will need antibiotics . If your child is being treated for ringworm, you don't have to keep him or her out of school or day care . Can you prevent ringworm? To prevent ringworm: Don't share clothing, sports gear, towels, or sheets. If you think you have been exposed to ringworm, wash your clothes in hot water with special anti-fungus soap. Wear slippers or sandals in locker rooms and public bathing areas. Shower and shampoo well after any sport that includes skin-to-skin contact. Wear loose-fitting cotton clothing. Change your socks and underwear at least once a day. Keep your skin clean and dry. Always dry yourself completely after showers or baths, drying your feet last. If you have athlete's foot, put your socks on before your underwear so that fungi do not spread from your feet to your groin. Take your pet to the vet if it has patches of missing hair , which could be a sign of a fungal infection. If you or someone in your family has symptoms, it is important to treat ringworm right away to keep other family members from getting it. Frequently Asked Questions


"Who was English history's ""Merry Monarch""?"

Charles II: The Reality Behind the Merry Monarchy | History Today Charles II: The Reality Behind the Merry Monarchy Tim Harris explores the political spin, intolerance and repression that underlay Charles II’s relaxed image, and which led him into a deep crisis in 1678-81 yet also enabled him to survive it. Portrait of Charles II by Sir Peter Lely Most people have an image of an England after 1660 reacting against the austerities of Puritan rule, presided over by a ‘merry monarch’ (albeit one leaning towards the debauched) determined never to go on his travels again but who at the same time was going to enjoy himself after his years in exile. The view of Charles II as a fun-loving, likeable person – the kind you would like to have round for dinner parties – has proved remarkably resilient, fostered in particular by popular historical biographies that have often succeeded in capturing the public’s imagination. One described Charles as ‘one of England’s wittiest, most intelligent, subtle and likeable Kings, whose main weakness, though perhaps a charming one, was his interest in the fair sex’. For Antonia Fraser, arguably Britain’s best popular historian, he was ‘witty and kind, grateful, generous, tolerant, and essentially lovable’, and was thus at his death ‘rightly mourned by his people’. Want the full article and website archive access? Already a member? Log in now


What bird of fast-flowing streams is so-named from its habit of immersing itself under water to find food?

Full text of "American game birds" See other formats SK   UC-NRLF   $B E77 3TT    afe^    ^;.-^y   u ^^   Digitized by tine Internet Arcinive  in 2007 witii funding^from  IVIicrosoft Corporation   littp://www.arcliive.org/details/americangamebirdOOreedricli   r! <'i c'c'   t r c c (ft   Q ^   AMERICAN  GAME BIRDS   BY   CHESTER A. REED, S. B.  Author of "Land Birds," Water Birds," "North American Birds' Eggs, "Camera Studies of Wild Birds," etc.   ILLUSTRATING MORE THAN ONE HUNDRED SPECIES IN NATURAL COLORS   DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & CO.  GARDEN CITY, N. Y. 1912   COPYRIGHTED, 1912, BY  CHARLES K. REED  WORCESTER, MASS,   • „• e •   * e « • • • '•• • c • • • c   ENGRAVED AND PRINTED BY QUADRI-COLOR CO., NEW YORK   ^   AMERICAN GAME BIRDS 'HA   This book is the result of repeated requests from sportsmen in the last few years for a convenient handbook illustrative and descriptive of the game birds. Although there are hundreds, or perhaps thousands, of volumes deal- ing with hunting the various species of wild fowl, we believe "American Game Biids" to be the first to illustrate practically all of them with accu- rately colored plates.  Circumstances permitting, nearly every man or boy capable of holding a gun is, or sometime will be, a sportsman. Many sportsmen are expert orni- thologists, well acquainted with the names and habits of most of the birds, but the great majority are not and often secure game which they or their friends are unable to name. "American Game Birds," according to an old sportsman who has hunted all kinds of game in all parts of our country, will be a boon to sportsmen of all calibers, for "the novice has got to have it to know what he is shooting, the man familiar with the birds of his locality will want it in order to see what his brother sportsmen are shooting in other parts of the country, and the old-timer will literally renew his youth as he turns over the pages and sees portraits of his old bird acquaintances and recalls the exact places and circumstances of their former capture."  A book with this title might very properly commence with the most pop- ular game birds and continue down the list to the least popular ones, but if we placed the Ruffed Grouse or the Bob-white in the van, some sportsman who beUeves there is no game but ducks would be sure to be offended. Since there is a natural order of birds that is adopted by scientists the world over, we have taken up our so-called game birds in this natural order, an arrange- ment that brings the Mergansers or "Fish Ducks" to the fore, even though they are not desirable as an article of food. We have included all the ducks, even though many of them are not fit to eat, and also all the sandpipers, even though many of them are so tiny that none but the veriest novice would intentionally shoot them, for the reason that they are very commonly seen, can be legally shot, and many are inadvertently taken before their identity is discovered.  Chester A. Reed.  Worcester, Mass., August, 191 2.  S  293159   AMERICAN GAME BIRDS   MERGANSERS {Mergus americanus) are large ducks of unusual beauty of plumage, but otherwise of comparatively little inter- est to sportsmen, since their flesh is wholly unfit for the table. Their food consists very extensively of fish, a diet that gives a very strong and rank flavor to the flesh of any bird. That they are exceUent divers and swimmers is amply proven by the fact that they pursue and catch fish under water. The bill of the Merganser is quite slender and cylindrical, the edges being provided with sharp saw-teeth to enable them to firmly hold their finny prey.  This species, although often frequenting salt water, is very partial to fresh-water lakes, creeks and rivers. They remain in such places during winter, just as far north as the water remains open. They are known by many local names, among the most com- mon of which may be mentioned "Goosan- der," "Saw-bill," "Buff-breasted Shel- drake," "Fishing Duc


Which character was played by Anthony Hopkins in 'The Elephant Man'?

The Elephant Man (1980) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error A Victorian surgeon rescues a heavily disfigured man who is mistreated while scraping a living as a side-show freak. Behind his monstrous facade, there is revealed a person of intelligence and sensitivity. Director: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC a list of 23 titles created 18 Mar 2012 a list of 27 titles created 20 May 2012 a list of 32 titles created 24 Feb 2013 a list of 39 titles created 06 Mar 2015 a list of 22 titles created 05 Dec 2015 Title: The Elephant Man (1980) 8.2/10 Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Nominated for     8     Oscars. Another    10 wins & 14 nominations. See more awards  » Photos The discovery of a severed human ear found in a field leads a young man on an investigation related to a beautiful, mysterious nightclub singer and a group of psychopathic criminals who have kidnapped her child. Director: David Lynch Henry Spencer tries to survive his industrial environment, his angry girlfriend, and the unbearable screams of his newly born mutant child. Director: David Lynch After a bizarre encounter at a party, a jazz saxophonist is framed for the murder of his wife and sent to prison, where he inexplicably morphs into a young mechanic and begins leading a new life. Director: David Lynch After a car wreck on the winding Mulholland Drive renders a woman amnesiac, she and a perky Hollywood-hopeful search for clues and answers across Los Angeles in a twisting venture beyond dreams and reality. Director: David Lynch As an actress starts to adopt the persona of her character in a film, her world starts to become nightmarish and surreal. Director: David Lynch Young lovers Sailor and Lula run from the variety of weirdos that Lula's mom has hired to kill Sailor. Director: David Lynch An old man makes a long journey by lawn-mover tractor to mend his relationship with an ill brother. Director: David Lynch A young FBI agent disappears while investigating a murder miles from Twin Peaks that may be related to the future murder of Laura Palmer; the last week of the life of Laura Palmer is chronicled. Director: David Lynch An emotionally self-destructive boxer's journey through life, as the violence and temper that leads him to the top in the ring destroys his life outside it. Director: Martin Scorsese An in-depth examination of the ways in which the U.S. Vietnam War impacts and disrupts the lives of people in a small industrial town in Pennsylvania. Director: Michael Cimino A man seeks answers about life, death, and the existence of God as he plays chess against the Grim Reaper during the Black Plague. Director: Ingmar Bergman A criminal pleads insanity after getting into trouble again and once in the mental institution rebels against the oppressive nurse and rallies up the scared patients. Director: Milos Forman Edit Storyline John Merrick (whose real name was Joseph, as this is based on a true story) is an intelligent and friendly man, but he is hated by his Victorian-era English society because he is severely deformed. Once he is discovered by a doctor, however, he is saved from his life in a freak show and he is treated like the human being that he really is. Written by Sam Cibula I am not an animal! I am a human being! I...am...a man! Genres: 10 October 1980 (USA) See more  » Also Known As: El hombre elefante See more  » Filming Locations: Did You Know? Trivia Second consecutive black-and-white film for director David Lynch whose previous film was the b/w Eraserhead (1977). See more » Goofs Bytes threw Merrick's mask out of the caravan. The mask then fell under the caravan's stair. But when Bytes' boy picked Merrick's cloth, we can see the mask (white one) is among the clothes. See more » Quotes Skeleton Man : Get rid of them! I don't want to se


Give a year in the life of Scottish writer and biographer, James Boswell?

Amazon.com: A Life of James Boswell (9780300093124): Mr. Peter Martin, Peter Martin: Books A Life of James Boswell Customers Who Viewed This Item Also Viewed Page 1 of 1 Start over Page 1 of 1 This shopping feature will continue to load items. In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut key to navigate to the next or previous heading. Hardcover $17.55 Prime Next Special Offers and Product Promotions Editorial Reviews Amazon.com Review James Boswell (1740-1795), author of The Life of Samuel Johnson , remains one of the more celebrated biographers in modern literary history. In his monumental A Life of James Boswell, Peter Martin takes on the formidable task of writing the biographer's biography--of telling the story of a man whose numerous journals are renowned for their vivid evocation of his life and times. Martin's account is meticulous, dividing Boswell's Life into four discrete periods: "Journey to the Promised Land 1740-1763," "Travel and Marriage 1763-1769," "Stagnation: the Middle Years 1769-1782," and "Biographer and Laird of Auchinleck: Triumph and Despair 1782-1795." This broad-brush approach has the advantage of bringing some coherence to Boswell's complicated, often frenetic life: the dismal relationship with his family, and his early resistance to a career in law; the studies in London and Utrecht; the meetings with Rousseau and Voltaire, and his powerful friendship with Johnson; his salacious sexuality and fits of morbid depression; his passion for literary London. But, somehow, the vibrancy and intellectual fervor of Boswell's career fails to come through. The scope of this biography is remarkable, but its sheer wealth of detail--sometimes disconnected, and often recounted without comment or analysis--works to obscure the psychological, cultural, and political impact of Boswell's life and works. --Vicky Lebeau --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Read more From Publishers Weekly Martin quotes his multi-flawed (but here, warmly limned) hero as confessing, smugly, at 23, "I am one of the most engaging men that ever lived." Despite such confidence, Boswell (1740-1798), author of the first modern biography, A Life of Dr. Samuel Johnson LL.D., was also tormented by bouts of black despair about his private and professional failings. He was never able to earn the respect of his rigid father, a Scot lawyer and laird, and never (despite marrying a paragon of a woman) able to satisfy his alcoholic or his sexual appetites, which left him almost always suffering from, or recovering from, drunkenness or gonorrhea. His two published journals on Corsica and the Hebrides, and his life of Johnson, have since been supplemented by 14 volumes of long-hidden journals and seven volumes of letters, and Martin, a professor of English at Principia College in Illinois, has had the good fortune of access to Yale's as-yet unpublished resources. The result (which Martin first published in England last year) is also the reader's good fortuneDa racy, readable and authoritative biography that sympathetically but unapologetically dramatizes what drove Boswell, almost in spite of himself, to produce some of the best writing in English. Writing his Life of Johnson, Boswell told himself, "I draw him in the style of a Flemish painter. I am not satisfied with hitting the large features. I must be exact as to every hair...." In Martin's pages, the reader lives at Boswell's elbowDimpatient at his failures, delighting in his successes ("I just sat and hugged myself in my own mind," Boswell once wrote). 12 pages b&w illus. (Nov. 15) Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.              --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.


Which is the only country to share borders with just Brazil and Surinam?

Suriname:   Maps, History, Geography, Government, Culture, Facts, Guide & Travel/Holidays/Cities Former Dictator Bouterse Returns to Power Geography Suriname lies on the northeast coast of South America, with Guyana to   the west, French Guiana to the east, and Brazil to the south. It is about   one-tenth larger than Michigan. The principal rivers are the Corantijn on   the Guyana border, the Marowijne in the east, and the Suriname, on which   the capital city of Paramaribo is situated. Government Constitutional democracy. History Suriname's earliest inhabitants were the Surinen Indians, after whom   the country is named. By the 16th century they had been supplanted by   other South American Indians. Spain explored Suriname in 1593, but by 1602   the Dutch began to settle the land, followed by the English. The English   transferred sovereignty to the Dutch in 1667 (the Treaty of Breda) in   exchange for New Amsterdam (New York). Colonization was confined to a   narrow coastal strip, and until the abolition of slavery in 1863, African   slaves furnished the labor for the coffee and sugarcane plantations.   Escaped African slaves fled into the interior, reconstituted their western   African culture, and came to be called “Bush Negroes” by the Dutch. After   1870, East Indian laborers were imported from British India and Javanese   from the Dutch East Indies. Known as Dutch Guiana, the colony was integrated into the kingdom of   the Netherlands in 1948. Two years later Dutch Guiana was granted home   rule, except for foreign affairs and defense. After race rioting over   unemployment and inflation, the Netherlands granted Suriname complete   independence on Nov. 25, 1975. A coup d'état in 1980 brought military   rule. During much of the 1980s, Suriname was under the repressive control   of Lieut. Col. Dési Bouterse. The Netherlands stopped all aid in 1982 when   Suriname soldiers killed 15 journalists, politicians, lawyers, and union   officials. Defense spending increased significantly, and the economy   suffered. A guerrilla insurgency by the Jungle Commando (a Bush Negro   guerrilla group) threatened to destabilize the country and was harshly   suppressed by Bouterse. Free elections were held on May 25, 1991,   depriving the military of much of its political power. In 1992 a peace   treaty was signed between the government and several guerrilla groups. In   March 1997, the president announced new economic measures, including   eliminating import tariffs on most basic goods, coupled with strict price   controls. Later that year, the Netherlands said it would prosecute   Bouterse for cocaine trafficking. Public discontent over the 70% inflation rate prompted President Jules   Wijdenbosch to hold elections in May 2000, a year ahead of schedule. The   New Front for Democracy and Development, a coalition led by former   president Ronald Venetiaan, won the election. Venetiaan was reelected in   Aug. 2005. In May 2006, torrential flooding left more than 20,000 homeless. In July 2007, a United Nations tribunal settled a long-simmering maritime dispute between Suriname and Guyana. The UN redrew the maritime border to give both countries access to an area potentially rich in oil deposits.


Give a year in the life of English poet, Alexander Pope?

Alexander Pope - Alexander Pope Poems - Poem Hunter Alexander Pope - Alexander Pope Poems - Poem Hunter Do you like this poet? Alexander Pope Poems Ode On Solitude  Happy the man, whose wish and care A few ... Summer  See what delights in sylvan scenes appear! ... Sound And Sense  True ease in writing comes from art, not ... An Essay On Criticism  Part I INTRODUCTION. That it is as ... Essay On Man  The First Epistle    Awake, my ST. JOHN!(1)... Eloisa To Abelard  In these deep solitudes and awful cells, ... All poems of Alexander Pope » Search in the poems of Alexander Pope: Pope was an 18th-century English poet, best known for his satirical verse and for his translation of Homer. He is the third-most frequently quoted writer in The Oxford Dictionary of Quotations, after Shakespeare and Tennyson. Pope's use of the heroic couplet is famous. Life Early Life Pope was born in London to Alexander Pope (senior, a linen merchant) and Edith Pope (née Turner), who were both Catholics. Pope's education was affected by the penal law in force at the time upholding the status of the established Church of England, which banned Catholics from teaching on pain of perpetual imprisonment. Pope was taught to read by his aunt, then went to Twyford ... more » Click here to add this poet to your My Favorite Poets. Quotations more quotations » ''So vast is art, so narrow human wit.'' Alexander Pope (1688-1744), British poet. Essay on Criticism (Fr. I). . .  Poetical Works [Alexander Pope]. Herbert Davis, ed. (1978; repr. 1990) O... ''For fools rush in where angels fear to tread.'' Alexander Pope (1688-1744), British poet. Essay on Criticism (Fr. III). . .  Poetical Works [Alexander Pope]. Herbert Davis, ed. (1978; repr. 1990)... ''Fools rush in where angels fear to tread.'' Alexander Pope (1688-1744), British satirical poet. An Essay on Criticism, l. 625 (1711). ''The worst of madmen is a saint run mad.'' Alexander Pope (1688-1744), British satirical poet. Imitations of Horace, bk. 1, epistle 6, "To Mr. Murray," l. 27 (1738). ''An honest man's the noblest work of God.'' Alexander Pope (1688-1744), British poet. An Essay on Man (Fr. Epistle IV).  SeCePo. Poetical Works [Alexander Pope]. Herbert Davis, ed. (1978; rep...


Which country shares borders with Columbia and Costa Rica?

Americas Americas Antigua and Barbuda Antigua and Barbuda is located in the "Heart of the Caribbean" between the Greater and Lesser Antilles, about 402 kilometers (250 miles) east-southeast of Puerto Rico or 60 kilometers (37.5 miles) north of Guadeloupe. This territory consists of several islands, the largest being Antigua (281 square kilometers, or 108 square miles), Barbuda (161 square kilometers, or 62 square miles), and Redonda (1.6 square kilometers, or 0.5 square miles). Barbados Barbados is an island situated between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Venezuela and east of the Windward Island chain. It covers an area of 430 square kilometers (166 square miles), roughly 2.5 times the size of Washington, DC. Brazil Located in South America, Brazil is the fifth largest country in the world, after Russia, Canada, China, and the United States. Brazil has an area of 8,511,965 square kilometers (3,286,482 square miles), extending 4,320 kilometers (2,684 miles) from north to south and 4,328 kilometers (2,689 miles) from east to west, and a total coastline of 7,491 kilometers (4,655 miles). Chile A coastal country located in the southwest region of South America, Chile has an area of 756,950 square kilometers (292,258 square miles) and a total coastline of 6,435 kilometers (3,998 miles). Chile shares its northern border with Peru and its eastern border with Bolivia and Argentina. Colombia Shaped like an odd-looking pear with a thin top, Colombia is located in the northwestern corner of South America, alongside the Caribbean Sea between Panama and Venezuela, and bordering the Pacific Ocean between Panama and Ecuador. Colombia has an area of 1,138,903 square kilometers (439,733 square miles) and a total coastline of 3,207 kilometers (1,993 miles) distributed between the Caribbean Sea and North Pacific Ocean. Dominica Dominica is an island located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean. Its total area is 754 square kilometers (291 square miles), making it the largest of the English-speaking Windward Islands, and it is slightly more than 4 times the size of Washington, D.C. Dominican Republic A country occupying the eastern two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola (Haiti occupies the western third) between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, the Dominican Republic has an area of 48,730 square kilometers (18,815 square miles), more than twice the size of New Hampshire. It has a total coastline of 1,288 kilometers (800 miles), and a border with Haiti of 275 kilometers (171 miles). Ecuador Located between Colombia and Peru on the west coast of South America, Ecuador has an area of 283,560 square kilometers (176,204 square miles) and a coastline of 2,237 kilometers (1,390 miles). The Galapagos Islands, which rest 960 kilometers (600 miles) to the west of mainland Ecuador in the Pacific Ocean are part of the Republic of Ecuador. Grenada Grenada is an island situated between the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, north of Trinidad and Tobago. Its total area is 340 square kilometers (131 square miles), about twice the size of Washington, D.C., and its coastline measures 121 kilometers (75 miles). Guatemala Located in Central America at the southern tip of Mexico between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, Guatemala has a total area of 108,890 square kilometers (42,042 square miles), slightly smaller than that of the state of Tennessee. Belize, Honduras, El Salvador, and Mexico all share land boundaries with Guatemala that total 1,687 kilometers (1,048 miles) in length, while Guatemala's coastline along the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea totals 400 kilometers (249 miles). Guyana Guyana is situated on the northeast coast of Latin America, along the Atlantic Ocean. It shares a 600-kilometer (373-mile) border with Suriname to the east, a 743-kilometer (462-mile) border with Venezuela to the northwest, and a 1,119-kilometer (695-mile) border with Brazil to the south and southwest. Jamaica The largest English-speaking island in the Caribbean Sea, Jamaica is about 160 kilometers (90 miles) south of Cu


The Russian port of Astrakhan lies on the delta of which major river?

Astrakhan | Russia | Britannica.com Astrakhan Volgograd Astrakhan, formerly Khadzhi-Tarkhan, city and administrative centre of Astrakhan oblast (province), southwestern Russia . Astrakhan city is situated in the delta of the Volga River , 60 miles (100 km) from the Caspian Sea . It lies on several islands on the left bank of the main, westernmost channel of the Volga. Astrakhan was formerly the capital of a Tatar khanate, a remnant of the Golden Horde , located on the higher right bank of the Volga, 7 miles (11 km) from the present-day city. Situated on caravan and water routes, it developed from a village into a large trading centre. It was conquered by Timur (Tamerlane) in 1395 and captured by Ivan IV the Terrible in 1556. In 1558 it was moved to its present site. A cathedral and castle (kremlin, 1582–89) are still in existence. The great ethnic diversity of its population gives a varied character to Astrakhan. A city of bridges and water channels, it is an important river port, but because of the shallowness of the northern Caspian, seagoing craft have to transship about 125 miles (200 km) by road from Astrakhan, which is reached by a dredged channel. The city is the base of a large fishing fleet and is important as a fish-canning and caviar-preserving centre. Other industries include clothing and footwear manufacture and ship repair. Astrakhan fur, from the karakul lamb of Central Asia , is so named because it was first brought to Russia by Astrakhan traders. There are medical and teacher-training institutes. Pop. (2006 est.) 498,953. The domes of the Cathedral of the Assumption and the kremlin wall, Astrakhan city, Russia Novosti Press Agency


In meteorology, what term is used to describe a warm front which has been quickly overtaken by a cold front, moving rapidly around a low pressure centre?

Weather Glossary – Terms & Definitions Home   Weather   Weather Glossary – Terms & Definitions Weather Glossary – Terms & Definitions Below is a list of weather terms that are described in weather reports, forecasts and readings. This data is collected from: the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) National Weather Service; the Met Office in the United Kingdom; Canada’s Weather Office; and the Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology. Top Acid rain Cloud or rain droplets containing pollutants, such as oxides of sulfur and nitrogen, to make them acidic (eg. pH < 5.6). Afternoon Noon to sunset. Arctic air A mass of very cold, dry air that usually originates over the Arctic Ocean north of Canada and Alaska. Arctic high Top Ball lightning A relatively rarely seen form of lightning, generally consisting of an orange or reddish ball of the order of a few cm to 30cm in diameter and of moderate luminosity, which may move up to 1 m/s horizontally with a lifetime of a second or two. Barber pole A thunderstorm updraft with a visual appearance including cloud striations that are curved in a manner similar to the stripes of a barber pole. The structure typically is most pronounced on the leading edge of the updraft, while drier air from the rear flank downdraft often erodes the clouds on the trailing side of the updraft. Barometer An instrument for measuring atmospheric pressure. Barometric pressure The actual pressure value indicated by a pressure sensor. Bitterly cold In winter, bitterly cold or very cold, refers to more than seven degrees Celsius below normal. Black ice Thin, new ice that forms on fresh water or dew covered surfaces; it is common on roadways during the fall and early winter and appears "black" because of its transparency. Blizzard Includes winter storm conditions of sustained winds or frequent gusts of 35 mph or more that cause major blowing and drifting of snow, reducing visibility to less than one-quarter mile for 3 or more hours. Extremely cold temperatures often are associated with dangerous blizzard conditions. In Canada, a blizzard described as a severe storm that lasts three or more hours, and brings low temperatures, strong winds and poor visibility due to blowing snow. In Australia, it is described as a violent and very cold wind which is loaded with snow, some of which has been raised from snow covered ground. Blocking high A high pressure area (anticyclone), often aloft, that remains nearly stationary or moves slowly compared to west-to-east motion. It blocks the movement eastward movement of low pressure areas (cyclones) at its latitude. Blowing Dust Dust that is raised by the wind to moderate heights above the ground to a degree that horizontal visibility decreases to less than seven miles.  Visibilities of 1/8 mile or less over a widespread area are criteria for a Blowing Dust Advisory. Blowing sand Sand particles picked up from the surface of the earth by the wind to moderate heights above the ground, reducing the reported horizontal visibility to less than seven statute miles. Blowing snow Wind driven snow that reduces visibility to six miles or less causing significant drifting. Blowing snow may be snow that is falling and/or loose snow on the ground picked up by the wind. In Canada, it is described as snow that is lifted by the wind from the earth's surface to a height of two meters or more. Blowing spray Water droplets torn by the wind from a body of water, generally from the crests of waves, and carried up into the air in such quantities that they reduce the reported horizontal visibility to less than seven statute miles. Blustery Descriptive term for gusty winds that accompany cold weather. Breezy Wind in the range of 15 miles per hour to 25 mile per hour with mild or warm temperatures. Brisk Wind in the range of 15 to 25 miles per hour when the temperature is cold. Broken clouds The absence of apparent motion in the air. Celsius A temperature scale in which zero is the freezing point of water and one hundred is the boiling point. Chinook A Chinook is a warm, dry, gu


How was the Dutch dancer and courtesan Margaretha MacLeod, better known?

1000+ images about History~Mata Hari~WWI German Spy on Pinterest | Mata hari, Exotic and 7 august Pinterest • The world’s catalog of ideas History~Mata Hari~WWI German Spy Margaretha Geertruida "Margreet" MacLeod (née Zelle; 7 August 1876 – 15 October 1917), better known by the stage name Mata Hari, was a Dutch Frisian exotic dancer and courtesan who was convicted of being a spy and executed by firing squad in France under charges of espionage for Germany during World War I. 162 Pins408 Followers


The island of Trinidad lies opposite the delta of which major South American river?

Orinoco River | river, South America | Britannica.com Orinoco River Puerto Ayacucho Orinoco River, Spanish Río Orinoco, major river of South America that flows in a giant arc for some 1,700 miles (2,740 km) from its source in the Guiana Highlands to its mouth on the Atlantic Ocean . Throughout most of its course it flows through Venezuela, except for a section that forms part of the frontier between Venezuela and Colombia. The name Orinoco is derived from Guarauno words meaning “a place to paddle”—i.e., a navigable place. The Northern Andes and the Orinoco River basin and its drainage network. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. The Orinoco and its tributaries constitute the northernmost of South America’s four major river systems. Bordered by the Andes Mountains to the west and the north, the Guiana Highlands to the east, and the Amazon watershed to the south, the river basin covers an area of about 366,000 square miles (948,000 square km). It encompasses approximately four-fifths of Venezuela and one-fourth of Colombia . Orinoco River near Ciudad Guayana, Venez. Carl Purcell For most of its length, the Orinoco flows through impenetrable rain forest or through the vast grassland (savanna) region of the Llanos (“Plains”), which occupies three-fifths of the Orinoco basin north of the Guaviare River and west of the lower Orinoco River and the Guiana Highlands. The savanna was given its name by the Spaniards in the 16th century and long has been used as a vast cattle range. Since the 1930s this region has been developing into one of the most industrialized areas of South America. Physical features Physiography of the Orinoco The western slopes of the Sierra Parima , which form part of the boundary between Venezuela and Brazil , are drained by spring-fed streams that give rise to the Orinoco River. The source is placed in Venezuela at the southern end of the Sierra Parima, near Mount Delgado Chalbaud at an elevation of some 3,300 feet (1,000 metres). From its headwaters the river flows west-northwest, leaving the mountains to meander through the level plains of the Llanos. The volume of the river increases as it receives numerous mountain tributaries, including the Mavaca River on the left bank and the Manaviche, Ocamo, Padamo, and Cunucunuma rivers on the right. Similar Topics Pearl Harbor attack Most of the Llanos consists of treeless savanna. In the low-lying areas, swamp grasses and sedges are to be found, as is bunchgrass (Trachypogon). Long-stemmed grass dominates the dry savanna and is mixed with carpet grass (Axonopus affinis), the only natural grass to provide green forage during the dry season. The most conspicuous trees in the Llanos occur in the gallery forests that occur in the alluvial soils deposited along the rivers and in the narrower files of trees known as morichales, named for the dominant moriche, or miriti, palm (Mauritia flexuosa), that follow minor water courses. Broad-leaved evergreens originally occupied the high-rainfall zone in the Andean piedmont. There also is a handful of xerophytic trees (i.e., those adapted to arid conditions), including the chaparro (scrub oak) and the dwarf palm, scattered on the open savanna. Much of this natural tree cover, however, has been reduced by deforestation. The Guiana Highlands are covered with high, dense forest that is interrupted by both large and small patches of savanna. The tropical rain forest of the upper Orinoco valley contains hundreds of species of trees. Mangrove swamps cover much of the delta region. Animal life More than 1,000 species of birds frequent the Orinoco region; among the more spectacular are the scarlet ibis, the bellbird, the umbrella bird, and numerous parrots. The great variety of fish include the carnivorous piranha, the electric eel, and the laulao, a catfish that often attains a weight of more than 200 pounds. The Orinoco crocodile is one of the longest of its kind in the world, reaching a length of more than 20 feet; among other inhabitants of the rivers are caimans (an alligator-like amphibian) and snakes, including the boa constricto


What was the popular name fro the American blues singer, composer and guitarist, McKinley Morganfield?

20 Most Influential and Best Blues Guitarists - TheGuitarLesson.com 20 Most Influential and Best Blues Guitarists You are here: Home » Guitar Lesson Blog » Blues Guitar Lessons » 20 Most Influential and Best Blues Guitarists September 10, 2015 Tweet Blues guitar is one of the most influential guitar genres, therefore the best blues guitarists had a significant impact and influence on our music today. Ever since the end of the 19th century when the African-American communities of the Southern US started playing and singing the blues, it has affected and shaped other musical genres as well, including Jazz and Rock and Roll. Blues can be split into several subgenres as well, best known perhaps are the Delta, Piedmont, Jump and Chicago blues styles. Got the blues? As such, the best blues guitarists were shaping the music of tomorrow, without them knowing it. Music affects our mood, mindset, and everything about us, therefore these influential blues guitarists shaped society as well. Have you ever heard anybody saying, "I've got the blues"? 🙂 Here is a thorough, but by no means complete list of the best blues guitarists who helped shape and influence music. This is my own list, so if you have any additions, feel free to comment at the bottom of the post. While you read, play this to get you into the mood:  And if you get the sudden urge to listen to some more blues, go ahead and check out my favorite blues albums: My List of Best Blues Guitarists Leadbelly Huddie William Ledbetter (January 1888 – December 6, 1949) was an iconic American folk and blues musician, notable for his strong vocals, his virtuosity on the 12-string guitar, and the songbook of folk standards he introduced. Although he most commonly played the twelve string, he could also play the piano, mandolin, harmonica, violin, concertina, and accordion. Listen to Leadbelly songs on Amazon >> Robert Johnson Robert Leroy Johnson (May 8, 1911 – August 16, 1938) was an American blues singer and musician. His landmark recordings from 1936–1937 display a remarkable combination of singing, guitar skills, and songwriting talent that have influenced generations of musicians. Johnson's shadowy, poorly documented life and death at age 27 have given rise to much legend. Johnson's songs, vocal phrasing and guitar style have influenced a broad range of musicians; Eric Clapton has called Johnson "the most important blues singer that ever lived". He was ranked fifth in Rolling Stone's list of 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time. Listen to Robert Johnson songs on Amazon >> Son House Eddie James "Son" House, Jr. (March 21, 1902 – October 19, 1988) was an American blues singer and guitarist. House pioneered an innovative style featuring strong, repetitive rhythms, often played with the aid of slide guitar, and his singing often incorporated elements of southern gospel and spiritual music. A seminal Delta blues figure, he remains influential today. Listen to Son House songs on Amazon >> Skip James Nehemiah Curtis "Skip" James (June 9, 1902 – October 3, 1969) was an American delta blues singer, guitarist, pianist and songwriter. James often played his guitar with an open D-minor tuning (DADFAD). James's 1931 work is considered idiosyncratic among pre-war blues recordings, and formed the basis of his reputation as a musician. Listen to Skip James songs on Amazon >> Muddy Waters McKinley Morganfield (April 4, 1913 – April 30, 1983) was an American blues musician, generally considered "the Father of Chicago blues". Muddy headed to England in 1958 and shocked audiences with his loud, amplified electric guitar and thunderous beat. He was a major inspiration for the British blues explosion in the 1960s. Muddy was ranked #17 in Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time. Listen to Muddy Waters songs on Amazon >> T-Bone Walker Aaron Thibeaux Walker (May 28, 1910 — March 16, 1975) was an American blues guitarist, singer, pianist, and songwriter who was one of the most important pioneers of the electric guitar. He was actually the first blues musician to use an electr


What word describes a system of winds that blow around an area of high pressure?

The Highs and Lows of Air Pressure | UCAR Center for Science Education The Highs and Lows of Air Pressure You are here Home » learning zone The Highs and Lows of Air Pressure Air near the surface flows down and away in a high pressure system (left) and air flows up and together at a low pressure system (right). Credit: NESTA Standing on the ground and looking up, you are looking through the atmosphere. It might not look like anything is there, especially if there are no clouds in the sky. But what you don’t see is air – lots of it. We live at the bottom of the atmosphere and the weight of all the air above us is called air pressure. A tower of air that is 1 inch square and goes from the bottom of the atmosphere is 14.7 pounds. That means air exerts 14.7 pounds per square inch (psi) of pressure at the Earth’s surface. High in the atmosphere, air pressure decreases. With less air molecules above, there is less pressure from the weight of air above. Pressure varies from day-to-day at the Earth’s surface - the bottom of the atmosphere. This is, in part, because the Earth is not equally heated by the Sun. Areas where air is warmed often have lower pressure because the warm air rises and are called low pressure systems. Places where air pressure is high are called high pressure systems. A low pressure system has lower pressure at its center than the areas around it. Winds blow towards the low pressure, and the air rises in the atmosphere where they meet. As the air rises, the water vapor within it condenses forming clouds and often precipitation too. Because of Earth’s spin and the Coriolis Effect, winds of a low pressure system swirl counterclockwise north of the equator and clockwise south of the equator. This is called cyclonic flow. On weather maps a low pressure system is labeled with red L. A high pressure system has higher pressure at its center than the areas around it. Wind blows away from high pressure. Winds of a high pressure system swirl in the opposite direction as a low pressure system - clockwise north of the equator and counterclockwise south of the equator. This is called anticyclonic flow. Air from higher in the atmosphere sinks down to fill the space left as air blew outward. On a weather map the location of a high pressure system is labeled with a blue H. How do we know what the pressure is? How do we know how it changes over time? Today, electronic sensors are used to measure air pressure in weather stations. The sensors are able to make continuous measurements of pressure over time. In the past, barometers were used that measured how much air pushed on a fluid such as mercury. Historically, measurements of air pressure were described as “inches of mercury.” Today, meteorologists use millibars (mb) to describe air pressure.


Hollesley Bay and Aldeburgh are coastal features of which English county?

Holiday Cottages in and around Aldeburgh | Suffolk Secrets Aldeburgh & Surrounding Villages Aldeburgh & Surrounding Villages The beautiful seaside town of Aldeburgh is one which has inspired many an artist, musician and traveller. With bright, colourful properties on the seafront and a steel sculptured tribute to Benjamin Britten on the shingle shore, Aldeburgh is perfect for a picturesque stroll along the beach. The High Street boasts a wide selection of boutiques, eateries, art galleries and a cinema to name but a few places which may take your fancy and with an award winning fish and chip shop, what better place to stay? We have a vast array of holiday homes in Aldeburgh itself as well as the surrounding area; by the sea and in the countryside. Click the 'read more' tab for a brief overview of some of the surrounding towns and villages, or for more detailed information visit our Aldeburgh Area Tourist Guide . Barely ten minutes away from Aldeburgh is the village of Snape, home to Snape Maltings with a range of eateries, shops and galleries. The composer Benjamin Britten spent many of his years here before moving to Aldeburgh itself, his music inspired by the great landscapes and the people of the area. The Aldeburgh Festival brings people to Snape from all over the country as acclaimed musicians from all walks of life perform in the renowned concert halls of the Maltings. A tad further north of Aldeburgh lies the fascinating village of Thorpeness. Thorpeness began life as a hamlet, then in 1910 a rich, Scottish barrister decided to transform it into a fantastical holiday village where the illustrious and wealthy would visit from their London homes. He created a vast boating lake inspired by his friend’s novel Peter Pan and tourists now revel in the chance to row around the islands of the Meare on a warm, sunny day. Take a little time to browse through our selection of holiday cottages in Aldeburgh and the surrounding area. We’re certain you’ll find something just right for a truly special Suffolk holiday. Related pages Add to Wishlist Aldeburgh - Aldeburgh & Surrounding Villages The perfect couples getaway. The Sun Deck offers all you will need for a relaxing holiday by the sea. Friday changeover Add to Wishlist Aldeburgh - Aldeburgh & Surrounding Villages The Sail Loft is a fantastic self catering apartment located on the high street in Aldeburgh and only a stones throw from the beach. Friday changeover Add to Wishlist Sudbourne - Aldeburgh & Surrounding Villages A well presented holiday cottage, perfect for a couple looking to explore this beautiful part of Suffolk. Friday changeover Interludes exudes elegance... stay in this fantastic apartment right in the centre of Aldeburgh. Friday changeover Equipped with a washing machine Our Price Guarantee Add to Wishlist Aldeburgh - Aldeburgh & Surrounding Villages Directly on the seafront in the popular coastal town of Aldeburgh is Shoreline. The perfect holiday hideaway for a romantic couple's retreat. Friday changeover Equipped with a washing machine All on one level Poppy Cottage is the perfect couples retreat situated in the heart of Aldeburgh. Friday changeover Equipped with a tumble dryer Equipped with a washing machine Add to Wishlist Aldeburgh - Aldeburgh & Surrounding Villages This perfect couples retreat is well presented and comes with its own parking space. Very handy to have in Aldeburgh. Friday changeover Equipped with a washing machine All on one level Add to Wishlist Snape - Aldeburgh & Surrounding Villages Featuring beams and with lots of character, Alde End is situated approximately 300 yards from Snape Maltings and the River Alde. Saturday changeover Equipped with a washing machine Our Price Guarantee Add to Wishlist Aldeburgh - Aldeburgh & Surrounding Villages Situated in the much-loved town of Aldeburgh on the Suffolk coast, Escape is a fantastic self-catering apartment ideal for couples looking for a romantic holiday. Friday changeover Equipped with a tumble dryer Equipped with a washing machine Add to Wishlist Aldeburgh - Aldeburgh & Surrounding Vill


How many bonus points does a 'Scrabble' player receive when playing all seven of his tiles in a single turn

The Official Rules of Scrabble - How to Play Scrabble - Learn Scrabble Rules How to Play Scrabble Travel Scrabble Scrabble Rules - Scrabble Official Rules When playing Scrabble, anywhere from two to four players will enjoy the game. The object when playing is to score more points than other players. As words are placed on the game board, points are collected and each letter that is used in the game will have a different point value. The main strategy is to play words that have the highest possible score based on the combination of letters. The Scrabble Board A standard Scrabble board will consist of cells that are located in a large square grid. The board offers 15 cells high and 15 cells wide. The tiles used on the game will fit in each cell on the board. Scrabble Tiles There are 100 tiles that are used in the game and 98 of them will contain letters and point values. There are 2 blank tiles that can be used as wild tiles to take the place of any letter. When a blank is played, it will remain in the game as the letter it substituted for. Different letters in the game will have various point values and this will depend on how rare the letter is and how difficult it may be to lay that letter. Blank tiles will have no point values. Tile Values Below are the point values for each letter that is used in a Scrabble game. 0 Points - Blank tile. 1 Point - A, E, I, L, N, O, R, S, T and U. 2 Points - D and G. 3 Points - B, C, M and P. 4 Points - F, H, V, W and Y. 5 Points - K. 8 Points - J and X. 10 Points - Q and Z. Extra Point Values When looking at the board, players will see that some squares offer multipliers. Should a tile be placed on these squares, the value of the tile will be multiplied by 2x or 3x. Some squares will also multiply the total value of the word and not just the single point value of one tile. Double Letter Scores - The light blue cells in the board are isolated and when these are used, they will double the value of the tile placed on that square. Triple Letter Score - The dark blue cell in the board will be worth triple the amount, so any tile placed here will earn more points. Double Word Score - When a cell is light red in colour, it is a double word cell and these run diagonally on the board, towards the four corners. When a word is placed on these squares, the entire value of the word will be doubled. Triple Word Score - The dark red square is where the high points can be earned as this will triple the word score. Placing any word on these squares will boos points drastically. These are found on all four sides of the board and are equidistant from the corners. One Single Use - When using the extra point squares on the board, they can only be used one time. If a player places a word here, it cannot be used as a multiplier by placing another word on the same square. Starting the Game Without looking at any of the tiles in the bag, players will take one tile. The player that has the letter that is closest to “A” will begin the game. A blank tile will win the start of the game. The tiles are them replaced to the bag and used in the remainder of the game. Every player will start their turn by drawing seven tiles from the Scrabble bag. There are three options during any turn. The player can place a word, they can exchange tiles for new tiles or they can choose to pass. In most cases, players will try to place a word as the other two options will result in no score. When a player chooses to exchange tiles, they can choose to exchange one or all of the tiles they currently hold. After tiles are exchanged, the turn is over and players will have to wait until their next turn to place a word on the board. Players can choose to pass at any time. They will forfeit that turn and hope to be able to play the next time. If any player passes two times in a row, the game will end and the one with the highest score will win. The First Word Score When the game begins, the first player will place their word on the star spin in the centre of the board. The star is a double square and will offer a double word score. All playe


If a solution of common salt is electrolysed, chlorine gas is released at one electrode but which metal accumulates at the other?

Electrolysed | Article about Electrolysed by The Free Dictionary Electrolysed | Article about Electrolysed by The Free Dictionary http://encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com/Electrolysed Related to Electrolysed: electrolytic , electrolytic potential , electrolyzed electrolysis (ĭlĕktrŏl`əsĭs), passage of an electric current through a conducting solution or molten salt that is decomposed in the process. The Electrolytic Process The electrolytic process requires that an electrolyte electrolyte , electrical conductor in which current is carried by ions rather than by free electrons (as in a metal). Electrolytes include water solutions of acids, bases, or salts; certain pure liquids; and molten salts. ..... Click the link for more information. , an ionized solution or molten metallic salt, complete an electric circuit between two electrodes. When the electrodes are connected to a source of direct current one, called the cathode, becomes negatively (−) charged while the other, called the anode, becomes positively (+) charged. The positive ions in the electrolyte will move toward the cathode and the negatively charged ions toward the anode. This migration of ions through the electrolyte constitutes the electric current in that part of the circuit. The migration of electrons into the anode, through the wiring and an electric generator, and then back to the cathode constitutes the current in the external circuit. For example, when electrodes are dipped into a solution of hydrogen chloride (a compound of hydrogen and chlorine) and a current is passed through it, hydrogen gas bubbles off at the cathode and chlorine at the anode. This occurs because hydrogen chloride dissociates (see dissociation dissociation, in chemistry, separation of a substance into atoms or ions. Thermal dissociation occurs at high temperatures. For example, hydrogen molecules (H2 ..... Click the link for more information. ) into hydrogen ions (hydrogen atoms that have lost an electron) and chloride ions (chlorine atoms that have gained an electron) when dissolved in water. When the electrodes are connected to a source of direct current, the hydrogen ions are attracted to the cathode, where they each gain an electron, becoming hydrogen atoms again. Hydrogen atoms pair off into hydrogen molecules that bubble off as hydrogen gas. Similarly, chlorine ions are attracted to the anode, where they each give up an electron, become chlorine atoms, join in pairs, and bubble off as chlorine gas. Commercial Applications of Electrolysis Various substances are prepared commercially by electrolysis, e.g., chlorine by the electrolysis of a solution of common salt; hydrogen by the electrolysis of water; heavy water (deuterium oxide) for use in nuclear reactors, also by electrolysis of water. A metal such as aluminum is refined by electrolysis. A solution of aluminum oxide in a molten mineral decomposes into pure aluminum at the cathode and into oxygen at the anode. In these examples the electrodes are inert. Electroplating In electroplating, the plating metal is generally the anode, and the object to be plated is the cathode. A solution of a salt of the plating metal is the electrolyte. The plating metal is deposited on the cathode, and the anode replenishes the supply of positive ions, thus gradually being dissolved. Electrotype printing plates, silverware, and chrome automobile trim are plated by electrolysis. The English scientist Michael Faraday discovered that the amount of a material deposited on an electrode is proportional to the amount of electricity used. The ratio of the amount of material deposited in grams to the amount of electricity used is the electrochemical equivalent of the material. Actual electric consumption may be as high as four times the theoretical consumption because of such factors as heat loss and undesirable side reactions. Electric Cells An electric cell is an electrolytic system in which a chemical reaction causes a current to flow in an external circuit; it essentially reverses electrolysis. A battery is a single electric cell (or two or more s


The crystals of which element when heated, give off a violet vapour with an irritating odour, similar to chlorine?

Iodine, Chemical Element - reaction, water, uses, elements, proteins, examples, gas, number EYE-uh-dine Discovery and naming One of Courtois' first jobs was to assist his father in making    compounds of sodium and potassium from seaweed. Seaweed plants take sodium and potassium compounds out of    seawater. The compounds become part of the growing seaweed. Courtois and his father collected seaweed on the coasts of Normandy and    Brittany in France. Then they burned it. Next, they soaked the seaweed    ashes in water to dissolve the sodium and potassium compounds. Sulfuric    acid was added to react with the unwanted seaweed chemicals. Finally, they    allowed the water to evaporate, leaving the compounds behind. These    compounds are white crystals, much like ordinary table salt. The compounds    were sold to large industrial businesses for use in such products as table    salt and baking soda. One day in 1811, Courtois made a mistake. He added too much sulfuric acid    to the mixture. He was amazed to see clouds of beautiful violet vapor    rising from the mixture. He decided to study the new material. Eventually,    he proved it was a new element. He named the element after its color. In    Greek, the word iodes means "violet." Physical properties Iodine is one of the most striking and beautiful of all elements. As a    solid, it is a heavy, grayish-black, metallic-looking material. When    heated, it does not melt. Instead, it sublimes. Sublimation is the process    by which a solid turns directly to a gas without first melting. The    resulting iodine vapor has a violet color and a harsh odor. If a cold    object, such as an iron bar, is placed in these vapors, iodine changes back to a solid. It forms    attractive, delicate, metallic crystals. Iodine dissolves only slightly in water. But it dissolves in many other    liquids to give distinctive purple solutions. If heated under the proper    conditions, it can be made to melt at 113.5°C (236.3°F) and to    boil at 184°C (363°F). The density of the element is 4.98 grams    per cubic centimeter. Chemical properties Like the other halogens, iodine is an active element. However, it is less    active than the three halogens above it in the periodic table. Its most    common compounds are those of the alkali metals, sodium, and potassium.    But it also forms compounds with other elements. It even forms compounds    with the other halogens. Some examples are iodine monobromide (IBr),    iodine monochloride (ICl), and iodine pentafluoride (IF 5 ). A magnified view of a crystal of iodine. Occurrence in nature Iodine is not very abundant in the Earth's crust. Its abundance is    estimated to be about 0.3 to 0.5 parts per million. It ranks in the bottom    third of the elements in terms of abundance. It is still more common than cadmium, silver, mercury, and gold. Its abundance in seawater is estimated to be even less, about 0.0003 parts per million. Iodine tends to be concentrated in the Earth's crust in only a few    places. These places were once covered by oceans. Over millions of years,    the oceans evaporated. They left behind the chemical compounds that had    been dissolved in them. The dry chemicals left behind were later buried by    earth movements. Today, they exist underground as salt mines. A mistake by Bernard Courtois led to clouds of beautiful violet vapor     rising from a mixture on which he was working. It was iodine. Iodine can also be collected from seawater, brackish water, brine, or sea    kelp. Seawater is given different names depending on the amount of solids    dissolved in it. Brackish water, for Kelp, a type of seaweed, is a popular source of iodine, since it       absorbs the element from seawater. example, has a relatively low percentage of solids dissolved in water.    The range that is sometimes given is 0.05 to 3 percent solids in the    water. Brine has a higher percentage of dissolved solids. It may contain


On the coast of which English county are Pegwell Bay and St. Margaret's Bay to be found?

England Kent - Bird Watching,Resources for Bird Watching by the Fat Birder Fatbirder - linking birders worldwide... Wildlife Travellers see our sister site: WAND England Kent Yellowhammer Emberiza citrinella &#169David Featherbe Website Kent's landscape is well known traditionally by the epithet the Garden of England. Facing mainland Europe, only 25 miles from France, the gleaming chalk White Cliffs of Dover are undoubtedly England's most famous natural landmark. But, there is more to Kent's landscape than either agriculture or its chalk backbone. Diverse habitat includes the North Kent Marshes which represent a large proportion of the whole country's remaining inter-tidal grazing marsh, whilst at Stodmarsh-Grove Ferry the county has one of the country's largest reed beds adjacent to the Stour River Valley, Dungeness's quite unique shingle peninsular is the second biggest in the world supporting countless rare flora and fauna, whilst the whole county is surprisingly well wooded. To enhance these assets the county has no less than 5 RSPB reserves and two dedicated bird observatories (Dungeness & Sandwich Bay). Superb examples of recent habitat management can be found at many locations including; Grove Ferry, Elmley, Dungeness and Oare. All of which bodes well for birding in the county.. Even in a county as well watched as Kent, the sudden prominence in recent years of Bockhill and Kingsdown (St. Margaret's Bay) as a rarities and visible migration hot-spot, illustrates the counties potential to produce more and more alternative birdwatching locations. Add to the above ingredients the continents proximity and sea-watching sites offering both north and south facing coastlines, and the picture is complete of one of the country's top birding counties. The birding statistics confirm this premier position: County List - 406; Top Year [1999] List - 263; Top Individual County List - 351 (and 66+ birders over 300); Big Day records - 153; Non-motorised - 121 [2003]; Big sit - 77 (all set in 1999) Top Sites Satellite View Between Deal and Dover this site and it's Bockhill Bird Group stalwarts have enjoyed numerous sought-after species that include most memorably in 1998, a Red-flanked Bluetail and a Nutcracker. Pallas's and Radde's Warbler, Booted Eagle, Corncrake and Red-breasted Flycatcher are amongst the diverse species recorded here, whilst as a sea watching spot good numbers of divers, skuas, terns, auks, etc are seen from the beach, indeed as recently as the 9th of November 2001, 6 Little Auk's were seen offshore. Autumn 2001 passerines seen include Yellow-browed Warbler, Hoopoe, Red-backed Shrike, Lapland and Little Bunting. Bough Beech Satellite View South of Sevenoaks this is the largest reservoir in Kent (Bewl Water is larger, but straddles county borders and is mainly in Sussex). It attracts wintering wildfowl, regular Osprey in spring, Green Sandpiper, Little Ringed Plover and the odd rarity (most famously a Little Crake in 1998). Canterbury Ring Woods - Church Woods An RSPB reserve on the northern outskirts of Canterbury. It has Redstart, Nightjar, Tree Pipit, Lesser Spotted Woodpecker, Sparrowhawk, Nightingale and the occasional Crossbill. Canterbury Ring Woods - Clowes Wood A better bet for nightjar… Canterbury Ring Woods - Larkey Valley Woods The best in the area for Hawfinch. Many other woods (Lyminge forest, Hamstreet, Bedgebury, etc) in the county hold similar birds and a good look at an OS map will allow birders to make their own discoveries. Capel-le-Ferne The cliff-top area here is good for visible migration and has produced a string of rarities (including Kent’s first Isabelline Wheatear despite being covered by only a handful of birders. Copt Point Near Folkestone has the largest congregation of Mediterranean Gulls in the country; winter is the best period, but birds can be found throughout the year (though very few in mid-summer). Dengemarsh At the western extremity of the Dungeness reserve the road overlooks flooded fields that attract waders and a gully by the sea, which can hold migrants. Dungeness Bird Ob


Which is the heaviest and softest of the common metals?

What is the Hardest Metal? (with pictures) What is the Hardest Metal? Originally Written By: Michael Anissimov Revised By: Bott Last Modified Date: 22 December 2016 Copyright Protected: These 10 facts about space will blow your mind The hardest known metal is steel alloy, which is often made even harder by adding carbon and other elements. With a tensile strength of 0.84 GPa (122,000 psi) and a yield strength of 0.64 GPa (67,000 psi), carbon steel is surpassed in hardness only by very hard nonmetals, such as rubies , diamonds, or aggregated diamond nanorods. Hardness is defined as the resistance of a matter to abrasion or indentation. The Mohs scale ranks elements according to comparative hardness, on a scale from 1 to 10, 10 being the hardest. The best high-carbon steels rate an 8 to 9 on the scale, relative to ruby at 9 and diamond at 10. The hardest metals are still somewhat soft in comparison to the strongest nonmetals, based on the strongest bonds in chemistry, the sp2 bond between carbon atoms. Carbon Steel High-strength carbon steel goes through a process of tempering and annealing, which uses heat, to make it harder. While heat makes the metal stronger, it also makes it less ductile, meaning it is less able to bend and move when under stress. Carbon is also added to the steel, at which point the steel alloy metal becomes carbon steel, or strengthened steel, the hardest metal available. Carbon contents as great as 2 percent may be present in the hardest metal. Carbon steel is one of the most common types of steel, the other most common type being stainless steel. Due to it's high melting point of 2,800°F (1,537°C), most carbon steels are used in construction tools such as rock drills and construction dowels. Sometimes very hard metals, such as carbon steel, are undesirable because of their other properties; carbon steel, for instance, is notoriously prone to corrosion . While it is the hardest metal, it is not necessarily the most useful material for every job. Other Hard Materials While often mistaken to be the hardest metal, tungsten carbide, is actually a composite material made of tungsten and carbon, often with cobalt added. It is used in both the military and for gun reloading equipment, and is also a popular choice for men's wedding rings. Iridium and titanium are also sometimes incorrectly called the hardest metals; though they are hard, they are not the hardest. Titanium has been used to build the world's deepest-diving submarines, however, and iridium is known to be the most corrosion-resistant metal. Chromium , which rates 8.5 on the Mohs scale, is also extremely hard, and is often added to alloy steels for this quality. Depleted uranium , the metal of choice for tank shells, is not harder than tungsten carbide or carbon steel but it is more dense, which is preferable for projectiles. The strongest single element is carbon, but only when it is in the form of a diamond. Ad anon945673 Post 68 Single wall carbon nanotube is the hardest material. Young Modulus around 1-5 TPa, Tensile strength 13-53 GPa anon351286 Post 67 The hardest alloy probably CPM REX 121 steel, hardness achieved 72 RC. Hardest pure metal probably "beta tantalum", hardness Knoop is 1000-1300 HN. The hardest material is ADNR (aggregated diamond nanorod), Vickers hardness ~300 GPa. anon344476 Post 65 @ceramic tile guy: that's probably meant for home tile, like you would use on your floor. By ceramic standards, that's soft. To shape TC, you're best off using something with industrial diamond. anon319528 Would a cutting wheel for ceramic tile be right for cutting tungsten? anon287724 Post 62 Tungsten carbide is not a ceramic, is a metal alloy. Ceramics are defined by their composition and mixing method, and while tungsten carbide and carbon steel might have a few similarities to the definition of ceramic, they do not have enough to be even remotely classified as a ceramic. Diamond is the hardest substance on earth (*not* a metal). The Americal Iron and Steel institute recognizes that some tungsten carbide alloys are the hardest (commerci


In India, what geographical features are the Ghats?

India Geography Maps, India Geography, Geographical Map of India Disclaimer Close Disclaimer: All efforts have been made to make this image accurate. However Compare Infobase Limited and its directors do not own any responsibility for the correctness or authenticity of the same. Geography of India India is the seventh largest country in the world in terms of area. It lies on the Indian Plate, which is the northern portion of the Indo-Australian Plate. The Indian subcontinent is surrounded by three different water bodies and is easily recognisable on the world map. Geographical Features The country covers an area of about 3.28 million sq. km. The mainland of India extends between 8�4' and 37�6' N latitude and 68�7' and 97�25' E longitude. The Tropic of Cancer 23�30' N divides India into almost two halves. The total length of the coastline is 7,517 kilometers. The Indian peninsula tapers southward resulting in the division of the Indian Ocean into two water bodies - the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea. In India, there is a great diversity of landforms such as lofty mountains, deep valleys, extensive plains, and a number of islands. Physiographic Regions On the basis of relief features, tectonic history and stratigraphy, India can be divided into several physical units. The Great Mountains of the North: India comprises the Himalayas in the North and Northeastern region, which divides the country from the Tibetan plateau. The Himalayan range is further divided into different ranges: Pir Panjal Range: This is the largest range of the lower Himalayas and runs from the east-southeast to west-northwest. The Pir Panjal pass lies to the west of Srinagar and comprises Banihal Pass, Sinthal Pass, Rohtang La, Munawar Pass and Haji Pir Pass. Ladakh Range: This range extends from the northern side of Leh to the Tibetan border. It comprises Digar La Pass and Khardung La Pass. Considered a segment of the Karakoram mountain range, the Ladakh range has an extreme climate. Leh, which is the main town of the region, is regarded as a trade centre for fine pashmina wool. Zanskar Range: This range starts from southeastern boundaries of Kashmir and extends to the eastern limit of Baltistan. Singge La Pass, Runrang La Pass, Fotu (Fatu) La Pass, Marbal Pass and Zoji La Pass are some of the passes of this range. Dhauladhar Range: This range rises from the plains of India to the north of Mandi and Kangra. Hanuman ji Ka Tiba or the 'White Mountain' is the highest peak. East Karakoram Range: This range separates India from Central Asia and is also one of the larger ranges of Asia. It is home to the second highest peak of the world, K2. Indo-Gangetic Plain The Indo-Gangetic Plain is also known as Indus-Ganga and the North Indian River Plain. It is dominated by three major rivers - the Ganges, the Indus and the Brahmaputra. It covers a large area of about 7,00,000 sq. km in the Northern and Eastern India. The plain is divided into four divisions: The Bhabhar Belt: It is a narrow belt that lies in the foothills of Himalayas and comprises pebbles and rocks brought down by the streams. The Terai Belt: It is located next to the Bhabhar region and is made up of newer alluvium. The Bangar Belt: It includes older alluvium and has a low upland in the Gangetic plains which is covered by the laterite deposits. The Khadir Belt: It lies on the lowland areas after the Bangar belt and is made up of newer alluvium which is brought down by the rivers which flow down to this plain. The Peninsular Plateau The Peninsular Plateau is a tableland and its characteristic features include shallow valleys and rounded hills. It is broadly divided into three different plateaus: The Deccan Plateau: It is a triangular shaped plateau and is bounded by the Vindhyas and the Western and Eastern Ghats. It stretches across eight states of India and covers a total area of 1.9 million sq. km. The Malwa Plateau: The Malwa Plateau is spread across parts of Gujarat, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. Chambal River and its tributaries find their way in this plateau and Mahi River also flows throug


In 'Arthurian' legend, who was the father of Sir Galahad?

Sir Galahad | King Arthur & The Knights of the Round Table   Sir Galahad Galahad was the natural son of Launcelot. His name may be of Welsh origin or come from the place name Gilead in Palestine. His mother was Elaine, and he was placed in a nunnery as a child, being that the abbess there was his great aunt. One day a sword in a stone was seen in a river by Arthur's knights, and it was said that only the world's best knight could pull out the sword. Galahad was led into Arthur's court where he sat in the Siege Perilous and then drew the sword out. It was later on when the Grail appeared in a vision at Arthur's court that Galahad was one of the three knights chosen to undertake the Quest for the Holy Grail. He was given a white shield, made by Evelake, with a red cross which Joseph of Arimathea had drawn in blood. In the course of the Quest he joined up with Percivale, Bors, and Percivale's sister. On board Solomon's ship, Galahad obtained the Sword of David, and after the death of Percivale's sister the trio split up for a while and Galahad traveled with his father, Launcelot. When the three rejoined forces they came to Carbonek and achieved the Grail. Galahad mended the broken sword, and therefore, He was allowed to see the Grail. After beholding the Holy Grail, Galahad requested of Joseph of Arimathea that he die, which request was granted unto him. Galahad was always known as the "Perfect Knight". He was "perfect" in courage, gentleness, courtesy, and chivalry.


The ancient region of Mesopotamia is now part of which middle eatern country?

Middle East and Ancient Mesopotamia - wanderings in the ancient world wanderings in the ancient world The Middle East and Ancient Mesopotamia Hydrology, Irrigation Systems, and Cooperation The Middle East (The Near East) The Middle East is known as the "cradle of civilization." This is because the concept of civilization first started here. The ideas and innovations  of law, religion, government, agriculture, and development in technology began on this part of the world. Ancient Mesopotamia Mesopotamia one of the first great civilizations of the ancient world. My Blog on The Middle East and Resources For Class and Homework discussions you may have to participate in a web log, or blog discussion. Click on the link below: http://profilingthemiddleeast.blogspot.com/ A Brief History on The Middle East and Resources ( A Political Map of The Middle East)      The Middle East is a region or area  located in the continent of Asia and Africa. Egypt is the only country of The Middle East that is located in Africa.      In antiquity, the area of the Middle East is known for starting the first civilizations. Ancient Egypt, Ancient Mesopotamia, The Babylonian Empire, The Assyrian Empire, and The Persian Empire all originate from this region.      Some of the greatest achievements from humanity come from this geographical region. The first forms of writing like cuneiform and hieroglyphs  originated from Iraq and Egypt, respectively. Mathematics and law were first developed by the Mesopotamians who lived in Mesopotamia, present day Iraq. The first attempts of metallurgy began in The Middle East as well as domestication of animals and farming. Monarchies and theocracies, forms of government emerged in this area.      One of the greatest achievement to propel humanity was the creation of legal systems. The first notable creator was Hammurabi, sometimes written as Hammurapi. He was a Babylonian king who developed a code of written law to better rule his people. It is known as Hammurabi's law.      After the conquests of Alexander the Great of Macedonia, The Middle East was no longer a formidable power til the emergence of the prophet Mohamed and the start of Islam. The empire covered The Middle East, various parts of North Africa, and Spain. The Muslim invasion of Europe by the Umayyad dynasty was halted by Charles Martel in 732 C.E. at the battle of Tours.      Throughout history there has been a clash between the peoples of the Middle East and those of the Western World. However, much of the friction has been due to territorial or ideological disputes. Much of the problems or prejudice towards the Middle East is due to ignorance or cultural insensitivity,      Water Water is a precious resource in the Middle East. However, it is scarce and being threatened by damming and pollution.Click on the links below  to better understand the importance of water. This is a short film by Leonardo Dicaprio about water. Current Issues In The Middle East The Middle East is currently plagued by war and exploitation of its most famous resource: oil. Sadly, it is an area of the world that has contributed much culturally to the world yet many only think of The Middle East as a harsh desert world with people solely bent on war and terrorism. Nothing could be farther from the truth. The BBC is an excellent site for current news on the Middle East http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/default.stm Another great source is The CIA-The World Factbook Once you click on the link below go to Quick Links on the right-hand side and click on it. There a map of the world should present itself. Click on any continent you are interested in. From there you should be able to narrow your search by country. https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/region/region_mde.html Mesopotamia Mesopotamia is the first civilization in history. Civilization was only possible through the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. Domestication of the rivers led to engineering feats like the building of levees and irrigation systems. The water distribution allowed for food surplus, whi


Which is the lowest card used in the game of Bezique?

How to Play Bezique | HowStuffWorks How to Play Bezique NEXT PAGENEXT   Bezique, the forerunner of the card game Pinochle, was invented in the early 1800s in Sweden. By the 1850s, it was a hit all across Europe, and it soon arrived in America. It's still widely enjoyed in Britain. Over the years there have been many exciting variations of Bezique. In this article, you will. learn how to play classic Bezique, Rubicon Bezique, and Chinese Bezique. Let's get started with traditional Bezique: Number of players: Two Card Term Glossary Here's a quick reference for some of the card language you will find in this article. Follow suit: To play a card of the suit led. Lead: To play the first card to a trick. Marriage: A meld consisting of the king and queen. Meld: A combination of cards with scoring value, generally three or more cards in sequence in one suit or all of the same rank; also, to show or play such a combination. Stock: The undealt cards available for future use. Table: The playing area; also, to lay down a meld on the playing area. Trick: A round of cards played, one from each player's hand. Trump: A suit designated to be higher ranking than any other suit; any card in that suit. Also, to play a trump card on a trick. Upcard: The first card turned up after a deal, often to begin play or initiate a discard pile. For a complete listing of card terminology, click here . Object: To score points by melding and by taking tricks containing aces and 10s (brisques). The cards: Two sets of 32 cards, consisting of aces through 7s, are shuffled together into one 64-card deck. Cards rank -- from high to low -- A-10-K-Q-J-9-8-7. To play: Deal eight cards to each player, in groups of three, two, and three, and then turn up a card. This "upcard" will designate which suit will be trump. Place that card face up and so that it is slightly sticking out from under the draw pile. If the trump upcard is a 7, dealer scores 10 points immediately. Nondealer starts play by leading any card. At this stage of play, and as long as there remain cards to draw, you are not obliged to follow suit; you may play any of your cards. The highest trump in a trick wins it, or, if there is no trump card, the highest card of the suit led wins it. When two identical cards contend for the same trick (for example, two 10s), the first one played wins the trick. The winner of each trick scores 10 points for each ace or 10 (also called a "brisque") it contains, and may also table one meld. (You may tally the 10 points for a 7 of trumps along with a meld, and if you table the first 7 of trumps you may also trade it for the trump upcard.) Tally all points when you meld as you score them (see "Melds in Bezique" table below). Tally brisques at the end of the hand. Both players take a new card from the stock, with the winner of the previous trick drawing first and then leading to the next trick. Melded cards stay on the table until the stock is used up, but you may still play them on tricks. A card you meld one time can be used again, but only in a different meld and only with a winning trick. For example: Q melds with K in a marriage and can also meld later for 60 points with Q-- Q. But it can't meld with a second K -- a completely new pair is needed to score the second marriage. When only the upcard and one draw card remain, the upcard goes to the trick-loser. Put your remaining melded cards back in your hand, with the winner of the previous trick taking the last draw card and leading to the next trick. In the play of the final eight cards, each player must follow suit and also must win a trick whenever possible. Whoever wins the final trick scores an extra 10 points. ©2006 Publications International, Ltd. lead, though it gives opponent the chance to win a brisque. Instead, you could try either J, but as a card of lower rank, it is a more likely loser. Scoring: The first player to accumulate 1,000 points -- or any other agreed-upon sum -- wins. Tips: The play in Bezique has 32 tricks, in which your opponent will try to trump any ace or 10 you lead. Therefore, you sho


"""On a dark desert highway, cool wind in my hair"", are the opening lines of which pop song?"

EAGLES - HOTEL CALIFORNIA LYRICS Hotel California Lyrics On a dark desert highway, cool wind in my hair Warm smell of colitas rising up through the air Up ahead in the distance I saw a shimmering light My head grew heavy and my sight grew dim I had to stop for the night There she stood in the doorway, I heard the mission bell Then I was thinking to myself this could be Heaven or this could be Hell Then she lit up a candle and she showed me the way There were voices down the corridor I thought I heard them say "Welcome to the Hotel California Such a lovely place Plenty of room at the Hotel California Any time of year You can find it here" Her mind is Tiffany twisted, she got the Mercedes Benz She got a lot of pretty, pretty boys that she calls friends How they dance in the courtyard, sweet summer sweat Some dance to remember, some dance to forget So I called up the captain, "Please bring me my wine" He said, "We haven't had that spirit here since 1969" And still those voices are calling from far away Wake you up in the middle of the night just to hear them say "Welcome to the Hotel California Such a lovely place