Set against the backdrop of coastal California, this collection of poems and songs reflects Melissa Goldsmith's childhood experiences in Santa Monica and Santa Barbara. The work vividly evokes the beauty of the Pacific Ocean and explores themes of nostalgia, nature, and personal growth, offering a heartfelt glimpse into the formative moments of her youth.
This is the only guide to all 58 extant British seaside piers, including details of location, history and current operations, archive and contemporary photography and a gazetteer.
Challenges conventional dietary wisdom - that grains should be the centrepiece of your diet - and explains why reducing or removing grains is the secret to successful long-term weight control and good health. This book explains the surprising connection between a grain-rich diet and many of the health problems plaguing us today, including obesity.