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Flaming swords and wizards' orbs

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The tradition of wistful epics of the pre-industrial and pre-technological eras established by J.R.R. Tolkien has been ably continued by dozens of writers, most notably Robert Jordan's 'Wheel of Time' series. Both Tokien and Jordan provide order and continuity during eras of great change.

Author: Rothstein, Edward
Publisher: The New York Times Company
Publication Name: The New York Times Book Review
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0028-7806
Year: 1996
Column, Criticism and interpretation, Tolkien, J.R.R., Fantastic literature, Jordan, Robert (American pianist)

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Blissful Roatan

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The island of Roatan, located 40 miles north of Honduras in the Caribbean Sea, has spectacular beaches and 200-year-old mangroves. One of the main attractions for visitors is swimming with dolphins at the Roatan Institute for Marine Sciences.

Author: Wycoff, Ann
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Mademoiselle
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0024-9394
Year: 2001
Description and travel, Roatan

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Dealers

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A complete alphabetical listing of dealers, suppliers, wholesalers, and manufacturers of gem products and services together with their respective addresses and phone numbers are provided.

Publisher: Lapidary Journal Inc.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1997
Directory, Jewelry industry

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