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Author : James R. Davis
Publisher : Douglas & McIntyre Limited
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1550545884
Author : Dierdre Wolownick
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2019-04-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781680512434
Wife and mother. Teacher and musician. Marathoner and rock climber. At 66, Dierdre Wolownick-Honnold became the oldest woman to climb El Capitan in Yosemite--and in The Sharp End of Life: A Mother’s Story, she shares her intimate journey, revealing how her climbing achievement reflects a broader story of courage and persistence. Dierdre grew up under the watchful eyes of a domineering mother and realized early on that her parents’ plans for her future weren’t what she wanted for herself. Later, what seemed like a storybook romance brought escape, with new experiences and eye-opening travel, but she quickly discovered that her husband was not the happy-go-lucky man he had first appeared. Adapting as best she could, Dierdre juggled work and raising two young children, encouraging them to be fearlessly confident. She noted with delight how her “little lady” Stasia took it upon herself to look out for her baby brother, and watched in amazement as Alex (Honnold of "Free Solo" fame) started climbing practically before he could crawl. After years of struggle in her marriage and her ultimate divorce, Dierdre found inspiration in her now-adult children’s passions, as well as new depths within herself. At Stasia’s urging, she took up running at age 54 and soon completed several marathons. Then at age 58, Alex led her on her first rock climbs. A world of friendship and support suddenly opened up to her within the climbing “tribe,” culminating in her record-setting ascent of El Cap with her son. From confused young wife and busy but lonely mother to confident middle-aged athlete, Dierdre brings the reader along as she finds new strength, happiness, and community in the outdoors--and a life of learning, acceptance, and spirit.
Author : David Drake
Publisher : Baen Publishing Enterprises
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1993-11-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781618241115
Gangs rule Cantilucca. Two syndicates dominate the planet. Guns are the only law. Both sides are arming for a bloody showdown that can only end with a handful of survivors sifting for subsistence in the ruins of what could be a rich world. Then the survey team arrives . . . David Drake introduces a new kind of Hammer's Slammer. At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).
Author : David A. Borys
Publisher : McGill-Queen's Press - MQUP
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2021-02-18
Category : History
ISBN : 9780228006510
Mitigating the destruction and chaos wrought upon the civilian populations of northwest Europe during the latter years of the Second World War became the focus of Civil Affairs, a little-known branch of the First Canadian Army. Comprising a motley collection of civilians-turned-soldiers – too old for combat yet too valuable to remain off the front lines – the members of Civil Affairs served as liaisons between Canadian combat forces and the civilians they encountered on the ground. Civilians at the Sharp Endfollows the story of the Civil Affairs branch through France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany in 1944-45. David Borys highlights how Civil Affairs helped civilians caught in the jaws of war by delivering food and medicine, providing shelter for refugees and displaced persons, establishing law and order, dealing with resistance groups, and aiding in the reconstruction of infrastructure in damaged urban areas. Once in Germany the branch was further challenged as it transformed into a military government and became a force of occupation, rehabilitating a war-torn Germany and purging the state of its Nazi leadership, while at times having to protect German civilians from the recently liberated prisoners of the Nazi state. Borys demonstrates that while the Canadian Army was indeed concerned for the welfare of civilians, military operations took priority over civilian needs. Civil Affairs was forced to negotiate this complex terrain, assisting civilian populations while ensuring that they never impeded the work of the Canadian military and the ultimate defeat of Nazi Germany.
Author : Dr Margaret Crichton,Dr Paul O'Connor,Professor Rhona Flin
Publisher : Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-08-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781472424013
Safety at the Sharp End is a general guide to the theory and practice of non-technical skills for safety. It covers the identification, training and evaluation of non-technical skills and has been written for use by individuals who are studying or training these skills on CRM and other safety or human factors courses. The material is also suitable for undergraduate and post-experience students studying human factors or industrial safety programmes.
Author : Tim Cook
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 608 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2016-08-16
Category : History
ISBN : 9780735233119
The first comprehensive history of Canadians in WWI in forty years, and already hailed as the definitive work on Canadians in the Great War, At the Sharp End covers the harrowing early battles of 1914—16. Tens of thousands, and then hundreds of thousands, died before the generals and soldiers found a way to break the terrible stalemate of the front. Based on eyewitness accounts detailed in the letters of ordinary soldiers, Cook describes the horrible struggle, first to survive in battle, and then to drive the Germans back. At the Sharp End provides both an intimate look at the Canadian men in the trenches and an authoritative account of the slow evolution in tactics, weapons, and advancement. Featuring never-before-published photographs, letters, diaries, and maps, this recounting of the Great War through the soldiers' eyes is moving, engaging, and thoroughly engrossing.
Author : Joe Abercrombie
Publisher : Orbit
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2016-04-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780316390804
Sharp Ends is the ultimate collection of award winning tales and exclusive new short stories from the master of grimdark fantasy, Joe Abercrombie. Violence explodes, treachery abounds, and the words are as deadly as the weapons in this rogue's gallery of side-shows, back-stories, and sharp endings from the world of the First Law. The Union army may be full of bastards, but there's only one who thinks he can save the day single-handed when the Gurkish come calling: the incomparable Colonel Sand dan Glokta. Curnden Craw and his dozen are out to recover a mysterious item from beyond the Crinna. Only one small problem: no one seems to know what the item is. Shevedieh, the self-styled best thief in Styria, lurches from disaster to catastrophe alongside her best friend and greatest enemy, Javre, Lioness of Hoskopp. And after years of bloodshed, the idealistic chieftain Bethod is desperate to bring peace to the North. There's only one obstacle left -- his own lunatic champion, the most feared man in the North: the Bloody-Nine . . .
Author : John Ellis
Publisher : White Lion Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2011-05
Category : Soldiers
ISBN : 1845136764
This is an account of the experience of the combat soldier based upon first-hand testimony from men who fought in the British, Commonwealth and American armies in all arms and on all fronts in World War II.
Author : Richard Parkes Cordock
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2006-07-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781841127521
Inspired by the true story of a flight with Sir Richard Branson,Millionaire Upgrade blows the lid off the accepted beliefthat successful entrepreneurs are a breed apart, possessing somespecial magic. Through the combined wisdom of interviews with 50 self-mademillionaire entrepreneurs, this book takes you on your own personalmaster class in success, as experienced through the eyes of Tom, afrustrated employee who is upgraded on a long haul flight, andfinds himself sitting next to self made millionaire Michael. Duringthe flight Michael shares the science and secrets behind his ownsuccess. Better than any in-flight movie, Millionaire Upgrade getsyou inside the minds of successful entrepreneurs and self-mademillionaires giving you the inside track on how they think andact. Praise for Millionaire Upgrade: "It took me a long time to learn this stuff—I wishI’d been on that plane 30 years ago!" —Simon Woodroffe - YO! Sushi & Dragons Den "The principles of success apply equally whether you are anaspiring entrepreneur, chief executive of a large plc or simplylooking for inspiration for your own personal life. Here’swhere you start, by reading this book." —Allan Leighton - Chairman, Royal Mail "If you want a toolkit to help you become a successfulentrepreneur, read this book. Then put it into practice." —Duncan Bannatyne - Bannatyne Leisure & DragonsDen "Everything in business is a learning experience. I should know!I'd recommend all would-be entrepreneurs to read this book and beinspired to boldly set out on your own entrepreneurial journey. Youwon't regret it." —Rachel Elnaugh – Red Letter Days and Dragons'Den "It is refreshing to find a book that describes the keydifference between the entrepreneur and the rest – attitude.So often in life a cigarette paper’s thickness separatessuccess from failure and Richard has written a book that perfectlycaptures this and suggests a way of thinking that can transform thetin of dog food into a thoroughbred racehorse." —Tim Smit - Eden Project "Millionaire Upgrade captures the essence of what it takes to besuccessful in anything you choose to do. The rules of success aretimeless and simply explained so you can apply them in your ownbusiness or personal life." —BJ Cunningham - Founder of Death Cigarettes "In Millionaire MBA, Richard decoded entrepreneurs and unpickedtheir millionaire mindset. With Millionaire Upgrade, he has put itall back together again through IBELIEVE and a compelling story.Very clever and a must read for any budding entrepreneur!" —Rene Carayol - Leadership Guru "It takes a certain mindset to succeed in creating your ownbusiness. This book spells out how you need to think and act tosucceed – whether you are an entrepreneur or a professionalmanager. It’s a great read too." —Matthew Barrett - Chairman, Barclays Bank
Author : William Dodson
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-01
Category : True Crime
ISBN : 1456403753
Bill Dodson was at the sharp end of Australian law enforcement - one of the elite officers of the New South Wales Police Force, specialising in high-risk tactical operations such as hostage rescue, armed sieges and counter-terrorism. The Sharp End tells his story, from working as a prison officer in maximum security at Long Bay Gaol and overseeing some of the toughest crims in Australia, to his career in the Malabar Emergency Unit, the Hostage Response Group, the Tactical Response Group, and then in the elite State Protection Group, Tactical Operations Unit. Whether breaking up prison riots, taking down armed criminals or leading a tactical assault group in rescuing hostages, Dodson proved himself as one of the toughest, most lethal operators in the country. The Sharp End is the adrenalin-charged account of his life at the cutting edge of crime fighting. Packed with action and firepower, it also gives the inside story of the training and tactics of the best of the best.
Author : Heidi Pesterfield
Publisher : Wilderness Press
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2007-07-26
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780899975597
Learn the basics of rock climbing and how to lead with gear from an experienced rock-climbing instructor. It is one of the world’s most exhilarating sports, and this book can help get you going! Traditional Lead Climbing teaches you the rock-climbing basics, and it’s the first and only guidebook intended to teach you how to lead with gear! Written by Heidi Pesterfield, a rock-climbing instructor for more than 17 years, the book is filled with step-by-step directions that you can trust. Unlike other types of climbing, such as sport and direct-aid climbing, “trad” climbing relies on placing your own gear as you climb from the ground. It’s also one of the more dangerous climbing activities, where expert guidance is a must. Heidi’s invaluable book provides essential details about everything from equipment to rope management to climbing techniques. This guide helps you learn how to safely tie in to the “sharp end” of the rope and lead both single and multipitch trad routes. Dozens of close-up photos, along with fun yet informative drawings, show situations that climbers might encounter and how to deal with them. Plus, in addition to covering the basics, Traditional Lead Climbing offers sidebars that showcase the experience, wisdom, and advice of a number of world-class climbers. Regardless of your climbing background—bouldering, sport climbing, top-roping, or mountaineering—you will learn how to Transition from the gym to the great outdoors Place protection on lead Build multidirectional anchors Navigate routes and climb cracks Explore the multipitch adventure Employ basic self-rescue techniques “If you want the knowledge and nerve to take the sharp end of the rope—buy this book. When your jams meltdown and you yell out ‘falling!’—Heidi’s beta will help you live to tell the tale.” —Timmy O’Neill, world-renowned climber and host of the award-winning film Return2Sender
Author : Valerie Anderson,Charlotte Rayner,Birgit Schyns
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Employees
ISBN : 1843982382
Author : Karl Kelley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1892540355
Author : Michelle Hurni
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1892540665
Author : Steve "Crusher". Bartlett,Sharp End Publishing, LLC
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2010-12
Category : Rock climbing
ISBN : 1892540703