The Bone is Pointed

Detective-Inspector Napoleon Bonaparte of the Queensland Police arrives at Opal Town on a fine warm September 23rd to enquire into the possible murder of Jeffery Anderson, who disappeared on the 18th of April. His efforts to solve the problem are hampered by many factors. The case is many months old, there is evidence that Bony is being constantly shadowed and that aborigines with blood-and-feather encased feet have him under constant surveillance to make sure he finds out as little as possible.

Architectural Excursions: Frank Lloyd Wright, Holland and Europe

Soon after 1900 in both North America and Europe the evolution from the tradition of Mediterranean and Gallic architectural styles to modernism began. This phenomenon was due, in part, to American industrial architecture and the work of Frank Lloyd Wright. Wright's buildings and architectural treatises of 1898-1908, with the additional help of Dutch propaganda on his behalf, significantly influenced European practitioners and theorists. European architecture within and outside of Holland reflects an adaptation of Wright's theories along with the structural determinism of American industrial buildings. 

Table Flowers: Over 50 Arrangements for Simple, Special and Spectacular Occasions

Illustrating over 50 ideas for decorative tables, ranging from impromptu family gatherings and intimate breakfasts to specially themed dinner parties and seasonal weddings, this guide to modern table flowers features 20 imaginative and inspirational floral themes for contemporary homes.

Fantasy Flowers

Whimsical and fun this book shows how to make three dimensional flowers that are created from a flat piece of lace. There are fourteen different flowers. The patterns are suited to being enlarged or reduced to suit any kind of thread or colors you like.
Fifteen different three dimensional flower forms with the emphasis on imagination rather than reality, and with the challenge of creating the form from a single flat piece of lace. Some of the shapes are simple, others more complex. Some knowledge of braid lace techniques is desirable, but not essential.

90 Minutes in Heaven: A True Story of Death & Life

Don Piper died on January 18, 1989 while on his way home from a church conference. Although he does go in depth into his visit "home" to Heaven, his book really concentrates on his life after the accident. After experiencing a joyous reunion with deceased relatives he was wisked away to earth with no explanation. Don is a devout Christian and suffers greatly from his banishment in heaven and with the physical pain and recovery from his automobile accident. This is really a story of survival against all odds and it is extremely motivating. When we hear of such advertisity striking others we often wonder how they find the grit to survive and even thrive.