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"Conor McPherson, who [turned] 35 in August, is one of the genuine treasures of the English-language theatre It is absolutely intoxicating to ponder what he will give us in the future."-Irish Echo

"The unique and extraordinary aspect of McPherson's writing is the way in which his characters reveal themselves in tiny details which almost imperceptibly build up an extensive picture of the past, present and future, not just of themselves but of Ireland."-The Sunday Mail (London)

Conor McPherson returns to his native Dublin for the setting of his new play, which he will direct in a much-anticipated production at London's National Theatre in fall 2006. It is Christmas Eve, and James "Sharky" Harkin, erstwhile fisherman/van driver/chauffeur, gathers with friends at the dingy flat he shares with his blind brother to drink booze and play cards. As Christmas Eve becomes Christmas Day, the familiar-looking stranger Mr. Lockhart reminds Sharky of the bargain he made when they last met in prison-and Sharky suddenly finds himself playing a game with the stakes set at his soul. With this magnificently atmospheric new play, McPherson is once again set to entrance his audience, this time with a new take on the Faustian theme.

Conor McPherson was born in Dublin, where he still lives. His plays include This Lime Tree Bower, St. Nicholas, The Weir, Port Authority, Dublin Carol, and Shining City, which premiered on Broadway in spring 2006. One of Ireland's leading playwrights, his work has been produced throughout the United Kingdom and the United States.

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'This book is intended to be a practical and concise presentation of some of the operations involved in designing yachts of all types. Cumbersome and impractical methods which are so often found in more pretentious works on naval architecture have been avoided. Those presented have been in everyday use by the author. The thirty-footer design used for purposes of illustration is obsolete in type, having been designed many years ago, but serves the purpose of illustrating the various operations involved in designing a yacht.' Thus wrote Norman L. Skene in his preface to the fifth edition of Elements of Yacht Design.
First published in 1904, Skene's is one of the most famous yacht design books ever written. He performed several revisions, the last of which appeared in 1938 and is now reprinted here, preserved in its original form. The book was subsequently revised further by Francis S. Kinney, whose editions have long since gone out of print. While experts are divided on the relative merits of the various editions, there is strong demand for Skene's original work. With this release, that demand is met; Skene's unaltered text is again available to the many boatbuilders, aspiring naval architects, and sailors for whom it is a much-needed reference.'.
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Learn to plot your own course by looking to the sky..
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In a beautiful volume featuring more than 170 maps and photographs, Mystery of the Ancient Seafarers follows the latest pursuits of National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Robert D. Ballard as he searches for clues to the ancient civilizations of the Mediterranean. An immediate tie-in with the 2004 PBS special, Ballard's excavation focuses primarily on the story of the Phoenicians—traders who ruled Mediterranean commerce for 1,000 years, then disappeared.

A showcase of National Geographic's greatest strengths—exploration, discovery, and intricate maps—Mystery of the Ancient Seafarers is a fascinating journey through the depths of the Mediterranean and centuries of time..
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Boatbuilding is a tirelessly evolving craft, with new techniques and materials constantly being developed This book is for all those interested in the satisfying challenge of designing and building boats with marine plywood (as well as a variety of other materials).

Thomas Firth Jones gives detailed accounts of his exciting new building projects over the last ten years, from row- and paddleboats to multihull prototypes. Each is discussed in detail, emphasizing design, construction, and such component materials as solid and cored fiberglass and clinker-planked cedar. Packed with photos and diagrams, New Plywood Boats gives insight into the new technology and techniques of boatbuilding, and includes a special section on the work of designer Phil Bolger. Throughout, Jones examines every line and detail, giving the reader a unique opportunity to study at his side. A book full of inspiration for the small-boat enthusiast..
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