Passenger On The Pearl

Author : Winifred Conkling
Publisher : Algonquin Books
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2015-01-13
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781616204365

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Passenger on the Pearl by Winifred Conkling Pdf

NOW IN PAPERBACK! The page-turning, heart-wrenching true story of one young woman willing to risk her safety and even her life for a chance at freedom in the largest slave escape attempt in American history. In 1848, thirteen-year-old Emily Edmonson, five of her siblings, and seventy other enslaved people boarded the Pearl under cover of night in Washington, D.C., hoping to sail north to freedom. Within a day, the schooner was captured, and the Edmonsons were sent to New Orleans to be sold into even crueler conditions. Through Emily Edmonson’s journey from enslaved person to teacher at a school for African American young women, Conkling illuminates the daily lives of enslaved people, the often changing laws affecting them, and the high cost of a failed escape. “Clearly written, well-documented, and chock full of maps, sidebars, and reproductions of photographs and engravings, the fascinating volume covers a lot of history in a short space. Conkling uses the tools of a novelist to immerse readers in Emily’s experiences. A fine and harrowing true story.” —Kirkus Reviews “[Passenger on the Pearl] covers information about slavery that is often not found in other volumes . . . Conkling’s work is intricate and detailed . . . A strong and well-sourced resource.” —School Library Journal “Conkling is a fine narrator . . . Readers familiar with the trials of Solomon Northup will find this equally involving.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Edmondson’s life story is compelling and inspiring. It provides the perfect hook for readers into the horrors of slavery.” —VOYA A Junior Library Guild Selection

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries. Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Navigation
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 680 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Boats and boating
ISBN : UVA:35007000259576

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Federal Boat Safety Act-Coast Guard Authorization, Fiscal Year, 1979 by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries. Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Navigation Pdf

Author : Mary Kay Ricks
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2009-10-13
Category : History
ISBN : 9780061850042

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Escape on the Pearl by Mary Kay Ricks Pdf

The largest mass escape of fugitive slaves in American history is thrillingly chronicled in this “readable . . . valuable account” (Kirkus). On the evening of April 15, 1848, nearly eighty enslaved Americans attempted one of history's most audacious escapes. Setting sail from Washington, D.C., on a schooner named the Pearl, the fugitives began a daring 225-mile journey to freedom in the North—and put in motion a furiously fought battle over slavery in America that would consume Congress, the streets of the capital, and the White House itself. Mary Kay Ricks's vivid history brings to life the Underground Railroad's largest escape attempt, the seemingly immutable politics of slavery, and the individuals who struggled to end it. Escape on the Pearl reveals the incredible odyssey of those who were onboard, including the remarkable lives of fugitives Mary and Emily Edmonson, the two sisters at the heart of this true story of courage and determination. The volume concludes with a thorough overview of the fates of the escapees and their descendants.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1885
Category : Railroads
ISBN : STANFORD:36105128493231

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The Official Railway List by Anonim Pdf

Author : Patrick E. Murphy,Gene R. Laczniak
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2012-02-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781136477874

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Ethics in Marketing by Patrick E. Murphy,Gene R. Laczniak Pdf

Understanding and appreciating the ethical dilemmas associated with business is an important dimension of marketing strategy. Increasingly, matters of corporate social responsibility are part of marketing's domain. Ethics in Marketing contains 20 cases that deal with a variety of ethical issues such as questionable selling practices, exploitative advertising, counterfeiting, product safety, apparent bribery and channel conflict that companies face across the world. A hallmark of this book is its international dimension along with high-profile case studies that represent situations in European, North American, Chinese, Indian and South American companies. Well known multinationals like Caterpillar, Coca Cola, Cadbury and Facebook are featured. The two introductory chapters cover initial and advanced perspectives on ethical and socially responsible marketing, in order to provide students with the necessary theoretical foundation to engage in ethical reasoning. A decision-making model is also presented, for use in the case analyses. This unique case-book provides students with a global perspective on ethics in marketing and can be used in a free standing course on marketing ethics or marketing and society or it can be used as a supplement to the readings for other marketing classes.

Author : Don Lucas
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781449732257

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The String of Pearls by Don Lucas Pdf

Don has written something more than a masterpiece he has written straight from the heart, about one of the most unique events in the realm of near-death out of body experience. Having conducted extensive research of his phenomena for over three years and coming to the following conclusion: He now knows he is the ONLY ONE CALLED BY GOD OUR CREATOR to encounter the actual Dome of Creation and able to return to the world with true eye witness testimony, describing it's marvelous, magnificent beauty and overwhelming joyful experience in an infinitesimal time table designed by GOD HIMSELF. He also returned with an apostolic mission, special graces including outward signs or miracles, to bring hope and salvation to the entire world, of course, this conclusion is at the discretion of each reader.

Author : Jim Downing
Publisher : NavPress
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2016-11-03
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781631466281

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The Other Side of Infamy by Jim Downing Pdf

War is uncomfortable for Christians, and worldwide war is unfamiliar for today’s generations. Jim Downing reflects on his illustrious military career, including his experience during the bombing of Pearl Harbor, to show how we can be people of faith during troubled times. The natural human impulse is to run from attack. Jim Downing—along with countless other soldiers and sailors at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941—ran toward it, fighting to rescue his fellow navy men, to protect loved ones and civilians on the island, and to find the redemptive path forward from a devastating war. We are protected from war these days, but there was a time when war was very present in our lives, and in The Other Side of Infamy we learn from a veteran of Pearl Harbor and World War II what it means to follow Jesus into and through every danger, toil, and snare.

Author : Rachael Morlock
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2017-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781508164425

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Diving for Pearls by Rachael Morlock Pdf

Pearls are beautiful flukes of nature. The only gemstones formed inside living creatures, these lustrous gems have fascinated mankind for centuries. Readers will be enchanted by this thorough study of pearls, how they're formed, how they're collected, and their historic uses. Meeting Next Generation Science Standards with a unique spin on curricular subject matter, this book is a guaranteed jaw-dropper for young scientists.

Author : Michael Lück
Publisher : CABI
Page : 597 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781845933500

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The Encyclopedia of Tourism and Recreation in Marine Environments by Michael Lück Pdf

Marine tourism has become one of the fastest growing areas within the tourism industry. With the increased use of marine environments comes the need for informed planning and sustainable management as well as for the education and training of planners, managers and operators. Combining the disciplines of marine scientists and tourism researchers, this encyclopedia will bring together the terms, concepts and theories related to recreational and tourism activities in marine settings. Entries range from short definitions to medium and long articles.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 728 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1946
Category : Disabled veterans
ISBN : UCAL:B2951857

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Hospital Corps Quarterly by Anonim Pdf

Author : Yunxian Chen
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2021-12-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000504392

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The Dual-Entity of Market Competition by Yunxian Chen Pdf

The relationship between the government and the market lies at the heart of Economics as a discipline. This title approaches this issue with a new lens termed mezzoeconomics—A branch of modern economics that mainly studies regional economic entities and the allocation of regional resources after they are generated. Combining mezzoeconomic theory with practice in the light of China’s Reform and Opening-up, the author analyzes the regional governments’ participation in market competition, the dual entities (enterprises and regional governments) of market competition, and a mature market economy featuring a strong form of effective government and efficient market. Three corresponding theories are proposed—the Regional Government Competition Theory, the Dual-Entity of Market Competition Theory (DEMC), and the “Double Strong Forms” Theory. The author hopes that these theories of mezzoeconomics can build a new, effective theoretical model and serve as a guidance for regional governments to reform and innovate their governance philosophy and policies. This book will be of keen interest to students and scholars of economics and regional governance.

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce. Aviation Subcommittee
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 556 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1945
Category : Airlines
ISBN : MINN:31951D021590449

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To Create the All-American Flag Line, Inc by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce. Aviation Subcommittee Pdf

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Author : Grieb
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1224 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1863
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UBBE:UBBE-00073583

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Englisch-Deutsches und Deutsch-Englisches Wörterbuch by Grieb Pdf

Author : Bernadette Marie
Publisher : 5 Prince Publishing LLC
Page : 183 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2020-04-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781631122460

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At Last by Bernadette Marie Pdf

Sometimes the only person you can trust to help you move on from tragedy is the one that you’ve pushed away. Lydia Morgan spent the better part of fifteen years avoiding Phillip Smythe out of resentment. Through her therapy, after a brutal attack, she now realizes he’s the only person who can help her move on. Having Lydia's full attention was something Phillip wasn’t used to—and neither were the rest of their friends—but never having given up on her, he wasn’t about to walk away when she said she needed his help. Could the years of resentment simply be shrugged off, or would the deep secrets that Lydia still carries force Phillip to finally step away?

Author : Elizabeth Wein
Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2017-05-04
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781484719510

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The Pearl Thief by Elizabeth Wein Pdf

Don’t miss Elizabeth Wein’s stunning new novel, Stateless Before Verity . . . there was Julie. When fifteen-year-old Julia Beaufort-Stuart wakes up in the hospital, she knows the lazy summer break she'd imagined won't be exactly what she anticipated. And once she returns to her grandfather's estate, a bit banged up but alive, she begins to realize that her injury might not have been an accident. One of her family's employees is missing, and he disappeared on the very same day she landed in the hospital. Desperate to figure out what happened, she befriends Euan McEwen, the Scottish Traveler boy who found her when she was injured, and his standoffish sister, Ellen. As Julie grows closer to this family, she witnesses firsthand some of the prejudices they've grown used to-a stark contrast to her own upbringing-and finds herself exploring thrilling new experiences that have nothing to do with a missing-person investigation. Her memory of that day returns to her in pieces, and when a body is discovered, her new friends are caught in the crosshairs of long-held biases about Travelers. Julie must get to the bottom of the mystery in order to keep them from being framed for the crime. This exhilarating coming-of-age story, a prequel to the Printz Honor Book Code Name Verity, returns to a beloved character just before she first takes flight.