Looking For A Hero

Author : Peter Maslowski,Don Winslow
Publisher : U of Nebraska Press
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2020-10-08
Category : History
ISBN : 9781496228031

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Looking for a Hero by Peter Maslowski,Don Winslow Pdf

Widely acclaimed as the Vietnam War's most highly decorated soldier, Joe Ronnie Hooper in many ways serves as a symbol for that conflict. His troubled, tempestuous life paralleled the upheavals in American society during the 1960s and 1970s, and his desperate quest to prove his manhood was uncomfortably akin to the macho image projected by three successive presidents in their "tough" policy in Southeast Asia. Looking for a Hero extracts the real Joe Hooper from the welter of lies and myths that swirl around his story; in doing so, the book uncovers not only the complicated truth about an American hero but also the story of how Hooper's war was lost in Vietnam, not at home. Extensive interviews with friends, fellow soldiers, and family members reveal Hooper as a complex, gifted, and disturbed man. They also expose the flaws in his most famous and treasured accomplishment: earning the Medal of Honor. In the distortions, half-truths, and outright lies that mar Hooper's medal of honor file, authors Peter Maslowski and Don Winslow find a painful reflection of the army's inability to be honest with itself and the American public, with all the dire consequences that this dishonesty ultimately entailed. In the inextricably linked stories of Hooper and the Vietnam War, the nature of that deceit, and of America's defeat, becomes clear.

Author : Maureen Fergus
Publisher : Kids Can Press Ltd
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2007-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781554530250

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Exploits of a Reluctant (But Extremely Goodlooking) Hero by Maureen Fergus Pdf

Adrian Mole meets South Park as an outrageously crude 13-year-old boy learns some important lessons.

Author : Nikki Rogers
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2020-10-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0648723232

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A Hero Like You by Nikki Rogers Pdf

A Hero Like You looks at everyday heroes and highlights qualities such as loyalty, compassion, resourcefulness, justice, and courage. The lyrical rhyme and relatable illustrations remind us that we all have the opportunity to be a hero by helping others, doing right and making the world a better place. "What the world needs is a hero like you!"

Author : Cathy Hopkins
Publisher : Bonnier Publishing Fiction Ltd.
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2008-06-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781848121027

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Looking for a Hero by Cathy Hopkins Pdf

Fed up with waiting for a boy to come her way, India-Jane takes action! India Jane is feeling frustrated. She thought that Joe was her soulmate, but things seem to be going nowhere with him. Perhaps what she feels for him isn't 'love' after all - whatever that is. Gathering her friends around her, she sets out to find the boy of her dreams by Christmas. Her exploration is pretty disastrous, but just when she is in total dispair, two gorgeous boys surface. Looking for love turns out to be a lot more complicated than India Jane thought. The third book in the CINNAMON GIRL series.

Author : Debbie Macomber
Publisher : Mira Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2018-01-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0778331148

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Looking for a Hero by Debbie Macomber Pdf

Two strong women each find their perfect match in two classic stand-alone Macomber stories about finding love in the unlikeliest of places. This volume contains "Marriage Wanted" and "My Hero." Original.

Author : Fabian Nicieza
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Comic books, strips, etc
ISBN : 1401223109

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Robin by Fabian Nicieza Pdf

"The Boy Wonder attempts to deal with the fallout from 'Batman: R.I.P.' in this new title collecting ROBIN #175-183, the final issues of the series. With Batman gone from Gotham City, Robin must stop the gang warfare that threatens to overrun the city. And what does the mysterious Red Robin have to do with the situation?" -- from publisher's web site.

Author : Russie Lane
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2019-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1633811972

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Snow Angels on the Moon by Russie Lane Pdf

Author : Tony DiTerlizzi
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2013-07-09
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781416983132

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A Hero for WondLa by Tony DiTerlizzi Pdf

Raised underground by a robot, twelve-year-old Eva Nine finally finds all she ever wanted in the human colony of New Attica, but something very bad is going on there and unless Eva and her friends stop it, it could mean the end of life on Orbona.

Author : Pamela Bobowicz
Publisher : Disney Electronic Content
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2019-03-05
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781368050579

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Captain Marvel: What Makes a Hero by Pamela Bobowicz Pdf

Introduce the young reader in your life to the inimitable, expectation-destroying, glass ceiling-shattering, world-saving female Super Heroes of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, from Captain Marvel and Shuri to Gamora, Black Widow, Nebula, and more, in this beautifully-illustrated picture book aimed at the young reader set. Fans of all ages will be thrilled by this adventure that celebrates the strength, intelligence, and ingenuity of the women who are vital to MCU's best stories, distilled into a child-friendly package.

Author : Susan May Warren
Publisher : Revell
Page : 341 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2020-06-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781493423217

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The Heart of a Hero (Global Search and Rescue Book #2) by Susan May Warren Pdf

Jake Silver may not be able to put the memories of his time as a sniper and Navy SEAL behind him, but at least he can put his skills to use as a part of the Jones Inc. rescue team. Saving the life of pediatric heart surgeon Dr. Aria Sinclair on Denali helped too. Now he can't get her out of his head, and when he hears she is in the path of a hurricane down in Key West he can't help but jump on a plane to rescue her. Aria has dedicated her life to helping children born with defective hearts. After all, she was one of those children. Now driven to succeed, she lives a lonely, stressful life. One she would have lost on Denali if it hadn't been for Jake. Jake is exciting and handsome, but he's also dangerous, and she's already lost one person she loves. She can't bear it again. It's not until she finds herself trapped in the middle of a category 4 hurricane that she can admit she needs Jake desperately. With their very survival in the balance, can they hope for a second chance at life . . . and love?

Author : Admiral William H. McRaven
Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
Page : 103 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2021-04-13
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781538719978

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The Hero Code by Admiral William H. McRaven Pdf

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! From the acclaimed, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Make Your Bed—a short, inspirational book about the qualities of true, everyday heroes. THE HERO CODE is Admiral McRaven's ringing tribute to the real, everyday heroes he's met over the years, from battlefields to hospitals to college campuses, who are doing their part to save the world. When Bill McRaven was a young boy growing up in Texas, he dreamed of being a superhero. He longed to put on a cape and use his superpowers to save the earth from destruction. But as he grew older and traveled the world, he found real heroes everywhere he went -- and none of them had superpowers. None of them wore capes or cowls. But they all possessed qualities that gave them the power to help others, to make a difference, to save the world: courage, both physical and moral; humility; a willingness to sacrifice; and a deep sense of integrity. THE HERO CODE is not a cypher, a puzzle, or a secret message. It is a code of conduct; lessons in virtues that can become the foundations of our character as we build a life worthy of honor and respect.

Author : David Boyd
Publisher : Addison-Wesley Longman
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2000-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0201538636

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Looking for a Hero by David Boyd Pdf

Author : Marie Force
Publisher : HTJB, Inc.
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2017-08-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781946136244

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Everyone Loves a Hero by Marie Force Pdf

Author : Donald Miller
Publisher : HarperCollins Leadership
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2022-01-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781400228027

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Hero on a Mission by Donald Miller Pdf

New York Times bestselling author Donald Miller shares the plan that led him to turn his life around. This actionable guide will teach you how to do the same through journaling prompts and goal-planning exercises. There are four characters in every story: The victim, the villain, the hero, and the guide. These four characters live inside us. If we play the victim, we’re doomed to fail. If we play the villain, we will not create genuine bonds. But if we play the hero or guide, our lives will flourish. The hard part is being self-aware enough to know which character we are playing. In this book, bestselling author Donald Miller uses his own experiences to help you recognize if the character you are currently surfacing is helping you experience a life of meaning. He breaks down the transformational, yet practical, plan that took him from slowly giving up to rapidly gaining a new perspective of his own life’s beauty and meaning, igniting his motivation, passion, and productivity, so you can do the same. In Hero on a Mission, Donald’s lessons will teach you how to: Discover when you are playing the victim and villain. Create a simple life plan that will bring clarity and meaning to your goals ahead. Take control of your life by choosing to be the hero in your story. Cultivate a sense of creativity about what your life can be. Move beyond just being productive to experiencing a deep sense of meaning. Donald will help you identify the many chances you have of being the hero in your life, and the times when you are falling into the trap of becoming the victim. Hero on a Mission will guide you in developing a unique plan that will speak to the challenges you currently face so you can find the fulfillment you have been searching for in your life and work.

Author : Jin Yong
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781250220615

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A Hero Born by Jin Yong Pdf

The epic Chinese classic and phenomenon published in the US for the first time! Featured in iO9's 2019 Fall Preview. Set in ancient China, in a world where kung fu is magic, kingdoms vie for power and the battle to become the ultimate kung fu master unfolds, an unlikely hero is born... in the first book in the epic Legends of the Condor Heroes by the critically acclaimed master of the genre, Jin Yong. After his father—a devoted Song patriot—is murdered by the Jin empire, Guo Jing and his mother flee to the plains of Ghengis Khan and his people for refuge. For one day he must face his mortal enemy in battle in the Garden of the Drunken Immortals. Under the tutelage of Genghis Khan and The Seven Heroes of the South, Guo Jing hones his kung fu skills. Humble, loyal and perhaps not always wise, Guo Jing faces a destiny both great and terrible. However, in a land divided—and a future largely unknown—Guo Jing must navigate love and war, honor and betrayal before he can face his own fate and become the hero he’s meant to be. Legends of the Condor Heroes A Hero Born A Bond Undone A Snake Lies Waiting A Heart Divided