Definition of Guernsey in the English dictionary
The first definition of Guernsey in the dictionary is an island in the English Channel: the second largest of the Channel Islands, which, with Alderney and Sark, Herm, Jethou, and some islets, forms the bailiwick of Guernsey; finance, market gardening, dairy farming, and tourism. Capital: St Peter Port. Pop: 65 605. Area: 63 sq km. Other definition of Guernsey is a breed of dairy cattle producing rich creamy milk, originating from the island of Guernsey. Guernsey is also a seaman's knitted woollen sweater.
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When I was 15, I was wearing sandals and corduroys, Guernsey, striped pullover, a beard that was hardly there, shades and a beret, and the goal was hanging out.
Guernsey itself was overcrowded, but its cliffs were utterly empty. I spent a wonderful year with a friend, climbing them. It was sheer magic: you went from this pretty, busy village of an island to the sea cliffs and heard nothing but the gulls and the waves.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «GUERNSEY»
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Death Penalty: Fair Solution Or Moral Failure?
Discusses the history of execution, the process from sentencing to execution, moral issues involved in the death penalty, arguments for and against it, and the shrinking number of countries with it.
JoAnn Bren Guernsey, 2009
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Keynotes to the Materia Medica
Pages 1-178 are the materia medica and pages 179-293 are the repertory.Compiled by Guernsey from his personal experience.Based on the lectures the author gave at Hahnemann Medical College (PA, USA).
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Walking on
Guernsey:
Guernsey, Alderney, Sark and Herm
This walking guide to the islands of Guernsey, Alderney, Sark and Herm in the Channel Islands, describes 24 walks, parts of many of which can be combined to make up the Guernsey Coastal Walk.
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Reformation and Society in
Guernsey
Changes in Guernsey's religious practices replace the traditional Catholic polity with Calvinist discipline, to the benefit of the old elite, but at the expense of social cohesion.
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The Rich Cut Glass of Charles
Guernsey Tuthill
"In this detailed narrative of the business Tuthill founded, the patterns he created, the techniques he used, and the other artisans and consumers he knew, Maurice Crofford has written the story of an earlier, more elegant and leisurely era ...
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Homeopathy in Obstetrics and Paediatrics
Covers all aspects of obstetrics including details of the female anatomy and physiology.Some excellent chapters on the cure of the child for the first few months of life, and treatment of common childhood diseases.
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The
Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society: A Novel
Written with warmth and humor as a series of letters, this novel is a celebration of the written word in all its guises, and of finding connection in the most surprising ways. From the Hardcover edition.
Mary Ann Shaffer, Annie Barrows, 2008
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Babe Ruth: One of Baseball's Greatest
A biography of the well-loved baseball personality who set many records and made home runs a common part of the game.
Guernsey Van Riper, Jr., 1959
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History of
Guernsey County, Ohio
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1911 edition.
Cyrus Parkinson Beatty Sarchet, 2013
The book includes various legislative materials and many cross-references to English and French law.
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «GUERNSEY»
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Low Tide at Guernsey
Accordingly, a high tide in Guernsey would have occurred when the moon is directly above the longitude of the Isle of Guernsey, i.e. making a ... «National Geographic, Jul 15»
No Guernsey County official to perform marriages - of any kind
People who want to have a civil marriage ceremony in Guernsey County – same sex, opposite sex, doesn't matter – are out of luck. None of the ... «Columbus Dispatch, Jul 15»
Guernsey TV mast move dropped after land purchase
Plans to move Guernsey's main TV mast have been dropped after its owner bought the land on which it stands. The transmitter tower, just off ... «BBC News, Jul 15»
Meeting to find out more about care in Guernsey
A public meeting is being held in Guernsey tonight to tell islanders more about the Supported Living and Ageing Well Strategy. The Strategy is ... «ITV News, Jul 15»
Good Day/Weather and notes for the Guernsey County area
The Newcomestown Rotary Car Show is set for Saturday, July 18 at Newcomerstown High School, 659 Beaver St., Newcomerstown. The show ... «The Daily Jeffersonian, Jul 15»
Cobo Tigers win Guernsey's Bataille Trophy Twenty20
Zak Damarell hit an impressive 99 not out as Cobo Tigers beat Miton Optimal by eight wickets to win Guernsey's Bataille Trophy Twenty20 ... «BBC News, Jul 15»
Guernsey Sunday Soccer League may fold because of lack of teams
Guernsey's Sunday Soccer League could be forced to close after a team from the island's prison, and the reigning champions, both pulled out. «BBC News, Jul 15»
Islanders views wanted on care in Guernsey and Alderney
People in Guernsey and Alderney are being urged to have their say on care in the islands. Meetings are being held next week on the ... «ITV News, Jul 15»
Guernsey islanders to say 'enough is enough' in protest this afternoon
People in Guernsey are protesting about traffic and cruise berth changes in St Peter Port. The event has been organised by the Enough is ... «ITV News, Jul 15»
Motorbike stolen in Guernsey
... been ridden for several years so will need attention before it can be street legal. Anyone with information is asked to contact Guernsey Police. «ITV News, Jul 15»
