Between Two Rivers
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By local author Charles Joseph. Between Two Rivers is an adventure story. After an unspecified disaster devastates the coastal plain, a group bands together to make the arduous westward trek to food, freedom, peace and security. It is a story of courage and resourcefulness. Follow them as their individual faults and virtues weld a cohesive group that sees them through natural catastrophes, enemies and their own errors in judgement. Weep with their tragedies and celebrate their victories. Enjoy them as they are and don't try to read too much into it. The surprise ending will bring a smile to your face.

[ Last Updated: 28-Nov-2007 | Rating: ]  Rate It  Review It  Report Problem

Daughter of Isis
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The Middle East has witnessed the birth of many civilizations. It has also been the cradle of many clashes of cultures. About 3000 years ago, the Egyptian empire extended from the Sudan to the Mediterranean Sea. But at the end of the 21st dynasty, this magnificent kingdom was threatened by very disturbing forces from both inside and outside the Kingdom. The Nubians, the Hittites, the Assyrians, the incipient Greek kingdoms, and the Sea People were jealous of the Empire of the Pharaohs. Lizla is a beautiful royal princess, whose destiny is to save the country from division and chaos. She is also very psychic, and her spiritual experiences provide guidance, wisdom, and subtle but intense initiation into the ways of love, beauty, spiritual awakening, political power, and friendship. The times called for much understanding of different traditions. She learns about diversity and patriotic loyalty. Her ultimate purpose is given to her by the goddess Isis herself: to discover the ancient mysteries that stood at the root of Egyptian culture and were the basis for their wisdom and knowledge. This book depicts the princess's preparation for this fascinating mission as well as her initiation into the mysteries in her own heart.  [ More info & photo ]

[ Last Updated: 08-Feb-2008 | Rating: ]  Rate It  Review It  Report Problem

Memories of Sotterley

Memories of Sotterley, written by Richard Knott and his grandson Shawn Knott, is a rare collection of history and personal stories regarding Sotterley Plantation, from one who lived and worked there. Memories of Sotterley takes the reader back in time documenting the families that worked the farm, building construction of houses, barns and buildings at Sotterley through the 20th century from a personal perspective. It also covers Sotterley ownership, the workers that made it all happen, and much more. Loaded with rare photographs and stories, Memories of Sotterley offers a one-of-a-kind perspective of Sotterley that no other publication has ever done.  [ More info & photo ]

[ Last Updated: 26-Apr-2004 | Rating: ]  Rate It  Review It  Report Problem

That Sweet Land
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That Sweet Land is a gustatory exploration of St. Mary's County, Maryland, since the arrival of the English settlers on its shores in 1634. The book provides a new history of the County, concentrating on those things that made it, over 300 years, a microcosm of America. By local author Henry Bonner of St. Mary's City.  [ More info & photo ]

[ Last Updated: 08-Jun-2005 | Rating: ]  Rate It  Review It  Report Problem

350 Years of Cooking in St. Mary's County, Maryland
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By local author Henry Bonner. This book is not a cookbook in the true sense of the word, but rather a freewheeling peon to the foods available to the settlers of Maryland and their generational kin, and their ingenuity over the years in finding ways to cook these foods and make them palatable, and enjoyable This book is a discussion of the outside and inherited influences that shaped this cookery. And it is a book about hunger, humanity, hospitality, sustainability, gluttony, snobery, presumption, and taste.  [ More info & photo ]

50 Ways to Impress Your Girlfriend's Parents

Local author Trevor Bothwell share his best recipes. Read Trevor's column In My Opinion-exclusively on somd.com.

[ Last Updated: 23-Nov-2004 | Rating: based on 2 votes ]  Rate It  Review It  Report Problem

A Most Convenient Place : Leonardtown, Maryland, 1650-1950

By Aleck Loker. This book resulted from a request by the Leonardtown Commissioners to document the history of the town as a millennium project.

[ Last Updated: 23-Nov-2004 | Rating: based on 2 votes ]  Rate It  Review It  Report Problem

Chesapeake's Bounty

By regional author Katie Moose. What could be more enticing on a hot summer's day than to sit down to a table covered with newspapers, fresh steam crabs, Old Bay Seasoning, cole slaw and a cold beer? Or is it something more elegant that you're looking for - Beef Chez Conduit (beef tenderloin with Bearnaise sauce), fresh asparagus, new red potatoes, and pumpkin cheesecake. Getting hungry? Take a peak inside and you'll discover region rich in culinary delights and history.

[ Last Updated: 07-Dec-2003 | Rating: based on 1 vote ]  Rate It  Review It  Report Problem

Egypt Through An American Woman's Eyes

This story tells about the people and culture of Egypt from a first-time perspective with a touch of romance. The reader will hear, feel, taste, and smell all that is mysterious to the people of the Western World. Try to imagine flying alone across the Atlantic Ocean for the first time to meet your fiancé face to face knowing that the customs of a Middle Eastern country are far different than what is known in the U.S. And a legend or two, rumors, and beliefs are finally explained. Come experience Egypt! By local author Nancy Rowe Lattif.

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[ Last Updated: 12-Apr-2004 | Rating: based on 1 vote ]  Rate It  Review It  Report Problem

Fish Stories

By local author Ron "AAlgar" Watt. My first (and to date, only) published novel is actually three smaller novels rolled into one. Fish Stories—which includes Red Herring, Holy Mackerel and Hooked—follows the adventures of Geraldo "Otto" Stanwyk through time, space and southern Maryland as he grows up, finds himself, loses himself again, nearly rediscovers himself and then decides to just give up on the whole ordeal and take a nap.

[ Last Updated: 13-Jan-2004 | Rating: ]  Rate It  Review It  Report Problem