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The life that Jake Hawkins knew was thrown into turmoil the day the sky turned to fire. A sudden blackout has the county in chaos. While at his office 50 miles away from his home, his wife at work 30 miles away and his kids at school, Jake must fight through roving gangs and utter anarchy to reach his wife and kids. Using his survival techniques and skills that he learned from his father and his time as a Scoutmaster, he struggles to get back to his sanctuary. Will his disaster preparedness knowledge and forethought keep him safe from danger? Will the mental strain break him or his family? Can he survive his journey to get home?

Harvest: Traditional 1800s Recipes is a cookbook that takes you back in time to the days of the American Frontier. Written by Joshua Thomas, a lover of food and traditional cooking methods, this book explores the rich history of American cuisine during the 1800s. With a focus on simple, whole ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, this cookbook offers a unique perspective on the food of the American heartland. From open-fire cooking and Dutch oven recipes to pies, breads, and desserts, this cookbook has something for everyone. Each recipe is accompanied by a brief history and stories of the time period, making it a perfect addition to any history buff's collection. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and flavors of the American frontier with Harvest: Traditional 1800s Recipes.

The north-east of England was one of the key centres of Britains emerging economic and industrial power during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Based around the coal and iron industries, the north-east was at the forefront of technical and industrial developments during the period.As the scale of the local industries expanded, so too did the railway infrastructure to support them. Aside from the main line network dominated by the North Eastern Railway there were a number of privately owned lines that linked collieries with harbours and coal staithes. One such example was the Lampton Railway located in County Durham and with