Gordon Stables

Rota Vitae - The Cyclists Guide to Health & Rational Enjoyment (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

This book contains vintage guide to cycling for pleasure, with interesting cycling anecdotes, chapters on health benefit, tips on choosing a bicycle, information on appropriate attire, and much more. Although old, "Rota Vitae" constitutes a timeless recourse for anyone with an interest in cycling, and it is not to be missed by collectors of vintage literature of this ilk. Contents include: "Introductory-My Friend Russel and I", "A Morning at Grace Church Priory-Hints about Healthful Rational Touring", "Sunny Memories of a Summer's Ramble", "East Northumbria-Belford and the Regions round Wooler-Chillingham-Alnwick-Rothbury-Brenckburn-A Tale of Romance-The Holy Isle", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the History of the Bicycle.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Read Books Ltd.
• Seitenzahl: 114
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. September 2017
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781473342170
• Artikelnr.: 53438451

Autorenporträt

As We Sweep Through The Deep by Gordon Stables follows a young sailor who faces the dual challenges of love and duty while navigating life at sea. The narrative intertwines his emotional struggles with the demands of naval life, as he reflects on the time spent away from home and the financial difficulties facing his family. His connection to a young woman, who harbors feelings for him but is bound by family loyalty, creates a sense of longing and emotional conflict. Their separation highlights the difficulty of maintaining personal relationships and the sacrifices required to uphold a sense of duty. The story also touches on the courage and resilience needed to balance personal desires with the pressures of external circumstances. The protagonist s journey is marked by emotional turmoil, as he grapples with the hardships of both love and duty. Through the relationships portrayed, the novel explores how individuals navigate longing, sacrifice, and courage amidst the backdrop of familial and societal expectations, creating a powerful reflection on the complexities of personal and emotional growth during times of conflict.