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Graham Watkins

    Graham Watkins se inspira profundamente en el rico tapiz de leyendas y mitos galeses, explorando los paisajes escarpados que albergan estas antiguas historias. Sus narrativas entrelazan escenarios históricos con personajes cautivadores, a menudo profundizando en temas de ambición, poder y transformación. Tras una carrera como ingeniero naval y exitoso hombre de negocios, Watkins ahora canaliza sus experiencias vitales en la creación de vibrantes novelas históricas que resuenan con un sentido de descubrimiento y legado perdurable.

    Nacht der Schlange. Roman.
    Welsh Legends and Myths
    Walking with Welsh legends : northern Wales
    Walking with Welsh Legends: South-Western Wales
    Birth of a Salesman
    The Iron Masters
    • The Iron Masters

      • 402 páginas
      • 15 horas de lectura

      Set in the 18th Century, the narrative follows five influential men known as the Iron Masters, who revolutionized industry by establishing the largest industrial city of the time. Their expertise in metalwork not only produced powerful cannons that secured a kingdom but also played a crucial role in building the greatest empire in history, ultimately altering the course of human civilization. The story highlights their impact on society and the transformative power of industrialization.

      The Iron Masters
    • Birth of a Salesman

      • 148 páginas
      • 6 horas de lectura

      An unexpected interview question launches the narrator into the intriguing realm of specialty selling, where he learns the art of closing deals despite having no prior experience. This journey introduces him to a vibrant world filled with unique characters and quirky scenarios, including weighing machines and pretend greyhounds. The narrative explores the complexities of commission-based sales, the challenges of dealing with crooked customers, and the transformative power of embracing new opportunities.

      Birth of a Salesman
    • This enjoyable book takes us out walking to find places featured in stories from Welsh history and myth. Graham Watkins first tells us a story - love stories, tales of heroic deeds, foolishness and greed, a few fables, touches of humour. The cast includes fair maidens, evil barons, mermaids, smugglers, kings, and ordinary folk quietly going about their business'. Then he guides us on a walk round the places mentioned in the story. The walks differ in length and difficulty, and the instructions are clear and helpful. The book is illustrated with maps and photographs.

      Walking with Welsh Legends: South-Western Wales
    • Walking with Welsh legends : northern Wales

      • 176 páginas
      • 7 horas de lectura

      This enjoyable book � the second in the series � takes us out walking to find places featured in stories from Welsh history and myth. We visit, amongst other places, Llangollen, Harlech, Snowdon, Bala and Llanddwyn Island.

      Walking with Welsh legends : northern Wales
    • Welsh Legends and Myths

      • 284 páginas
      • 10 horas de lectura

      Exploring the rich tapestry of Welsh culture, this collection features eighty legends and myths that have been cherished through generations. Drawing from historical texts like the Mabinogion and the Black Book of Carmarthen, it captures the essence of storytelling in Wales. The anthology encompasses traditional myths, fables, and fairy tales, offering readers a glimpse into the enchanting world of Welsh folklore, where captivating narratives have long illuminated dark winter nights.

      Welsh Legends and Myths