Introducing MyHat in Egypt: Through the Eyes of a God
A book announcement combining travel, ancient Egypt, time travel, mystery and adventure along the Nile.
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Visualisation from MyHat in Egypt
A visual introduction to Ed, Ana and MyHat’s journeys through Cairo, Luxor and ancient Egypt.
Read articleIntroducing From Dot to Cleopatra
Publication details and international purchase links for the concise history of Ancient Egypt.
Read articleA UK Cannabis Activism Retrospective
A Simpa Life podcast interview with Alun Buffry and Winston Matthews reflecting on UK cannabis activism.
Read articlePrem Rawat live event in Bologna
Notes and viewing information for a public talk featuring questions, answers and music.
Read articleZen and the Art of Being Lazy
A poem and postcard reflection written in Pokhara, Nepal, in 1985.
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