Warflower A True Story Of Family Service And Life In Alaska

Author : Robert Stark
Publisher : Secret Garden Alaska
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2022-06-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9798986178028

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Warflower: A True Story of Family, Service, and Life in Alaska by Robert Stark Pdf

Bob Stark had no plans after high school. With his brother locked away in the only maximum-security prison in Alaska, his mom working overtime at the local grocery store, and his bad habits getting worse, he saw no hope for the future. Until the Army recruiter came to school offering an escape. Bob envisioned romantic adventures in Italy, life-saving missions in Africa, and friendships built on tough times - he wanted to be an honorable, dependable, and brave man - all of the things he was not. He signed the papers, and five days after graduation was sent out. After basic training and airborne school, Bob is stationed in Italy where his eighteen-year-old dreams of travel and romance are cut short when his unit is ordered to parachute into Northern Iraq. He spends the next year in Iraq learning more than he could have ever imagined. Four and a half years later, after two deployments and a long list of life lessons, Bob leaves Fort Campbell, Kentucky on a road trip west with the hopes of falling in love with the country he fought for. Along the way, he reunites with family and friends - from his happy-go-lucky mother in Arizona who talks to her incarcerated husband on the phone whenever she is not at work, to his foul-mouthed grandmother in Idaho who wears one glove and drinks beer with ice all day long, until finally reuniting with his high school sweetheart in Las Vegas - Bob begins a new chapter of self-discovery and acceptance that just may allow him to be the man he always wanted to be. Warflower is a coming-of-age story about family traditions, brotherhood, and one boy's journey into manhood without a father to teach him.

Author : Frances Stonor Saunders
Publisher : The New Press
Page : 458 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2013-11-05
Category : History
ISBN : 9781595589422

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The Cultural Cold War by Frances Stonor Saunders Pdf

During the Cold War, freedom of expression was vaunted as liberal democracy's most cherished possession—but such freedom was put in service of a hidden agenda. In The Cultural Cold War, Frances Stonor Saunders reveals the extraordinary efforts of a secret campaign in which some of the most vocal exponents of intellectual freedom in the West were working for or subsidized by the CIA—whether they knew it or not. Called "the most comprehensive account yet of the [CIA's] activities between 1947 and 1967" by the New York Times, the book presents shocking evidence of the CIA's undercover program of cultural interventions in Western Europe and at home, drawing together declassified documents and exclusive interviews to expose the CIA's astonishing campaign to deploy the likes of Hannah Arendt, Isaiah Berlin, Leonard Bernstein, Robert Lowell, George Orwell, and Jackson Pollock as weapons in the Cold War. Translated into ten languages, this classic work—now with a new preface by the author—is "a real contribution to popular understanding of the postwar period" (The Wall Street Journal), and its story of covert cultural efforts to win hearts and minds continues to be relevant today.

Author : Lizbeth Meredith
Publisher : She Writes Press
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2016-09-20
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781631528354

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Pieces of Me by Lizbeth Meredith Pdf

Now a Lifetime television movie starring Sarah Drew, Stolen By Their Father was adapted from the story of Pieces of Me: Rescuing My Kidnapped Daughters about a young mother and her daughters face the unimaginable consequences after leaving abuse. In 1994, Lizbeth Meredith said good-bye to her four- and six year-old daughters for a visit with their non-custodial father only to learn days later that they had been kidnapped and taken to their father's home country of Greece. Twenty-nine and just on the verge of making her dreams of financial independence for her and her daughters come true, Lizbeth now faced a $100,000 problem on a $10 an hour budget. For the next two years fueled by memories of her own childhood kidnapping, Lizbeth traded in her small life for a life more public, traveling to the White House and Greece, and becoming a local media sensation in order to garner interest in her efforts. The generous community of Anchorage becomes Lizbeth's makeshift family?one that is replicated by a growing number of Greeks and expats overseas who help Lizbeth navigate the turbulent path leading back to her daughters.

Author : Basarab Nicolescu
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0997301406

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The Hidden Third by Basarab Nicolescu Pdf

Poetry. Philosophy. Translated from French by William Garvin. Foreword by Gonçalo Tavares. "Liminally landing between prose and poetry, science and art, philosophy and spirituality, THE HIDDEN THIRD charismatically disseminates a new renaissance transmission. Leaving the reader breathless. Re-imagined, re-generated. Mind duly sanctified."--Gary P. Hampson "A first phrase is always a first phrase: it begins. And in these poetic theorems, each theorem is always a first phrase."--Gonçalo Tavares "We could ask Basarab Nicolescu about the last constituents of matter or language, since, according to him, language is a truly quantum phenomena."--Michel Camus

Author : Matt Taibbi
Publisher : Random House
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2009-01-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780385520621

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The Great Derangement by Matt Taibbi Pdf

A REVELATORY AND DARKLY COMIC ADVENTURE THROUGH A NATION ON THE VERGE OF A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN—FROM THE HALLS OF CONGRESS TO THE BASES OF BAGHDAD TO THE APOCALYPTIC CHURCHES OF THE HEARTLAND Rolling Stone’s Matt Taibbi set out to describe the nature of George Bush’s America in the post-9/11 era and ended up vomiting demons in an evangelical church in Texas, riding the streets of Baghdad in an American convoy to nowhere, searching for phantom fighter jets in Congress, and falling into the rabbit hole of the 9/11 Truth Movement. Matt discovered in his travels across the country that the resilient blue state/red state narrative of American politics had become irrelevant. A large and growing chunk of the American population was so turned off—or radicalized—by electoral chicanery, a spineless news media, and the increasingly blatant lies from our leaders (“they hate us for our freedom”) that they abandoned the political mainstream altogether. They joined what he calls The Great Derangement. Taibbi tells the story of this new American madness by inserting himself into four defining American subcultures: The Military, where he finds himself mired in the grotesque black comedy of the American occupation of Iraq; The System, where he follows the money-slicked path of legislation in Congress; The Resistance, where he doubles as chief public antagonist and undercover member of the passionately bonkers 9/11 Truth Movement; and The Church, where he infiltrates a politically influential apocalyptic mega-ministry in Texas and enters the lives of its desperate congregants. Together these four interwoven adventures paint a portrait of a nation dangerously out of touch with reality and desperately searching for answers in all the wrong places. Funny, smart, and a little bit heartbreaking, The Great Derangement is an audaciously reported, sobering, and illuminating portrait of America at the end of the Bush era.

Author : William Congreve
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1751
Category : Electronic
ISBN : NLS:V000314670

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The Mourning Bride. A Tragedy by William Congreve Pdf

Author : Martha E. H. Rustad
Publisher : Millbrook Press ™
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2015-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781467792004

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Does Sun Sleep? by Martha E. H. Rustad Pdf

Have you ever watched the sun rise or set? Do you know why the moon changes shape every night? Join Mr. Cruz's class as they observe patterns in the nighttime sky. They'll learn why the moon glows, what groups of stars are called when they make shapes, and if the sun actually does sleep at night!

Author : Geoff Hann,Karen Dabrowska,Tina Townsend-Greaves
Publisher : Bradt Travel Guides
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2015-08-07
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781841624884

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Iraq by Geoff Hann,Karen Dabrowska,Tina Townsend-Greaves Pdf

Iraq is a country with a rich culture. Ancient sites such as Babylon and Ur, the stunning architecture of the country's mosques, the natural beauty and wildlife of the Marshes and beautiful Iraqi handicrafts create a myriad of attractions to inspire even the most seasoned traveler. This brand-new edition of Iraq gives up-to-date travel information and also informs the armchair traveler about the history and exciting archaeological prospects of this ancient land. The authors, Geoff Hann and Karen Dabrowska, bring their considerable knowledge and understanding of Iraq to provide all the practical and background information needed to explore this country and to get the most out of your trip: advice on cultural awareness and religious sensitivity in the context of Iraqi history, along with in-depth coverage of what to see and where to go make this an invaluable guide.

Author : William A. Donius
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2012-03-13
Category : Self-actualization (Psychology)
ISBN : 0984304762

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Thought Revolution by William A. Donius Pdf

Encompassing twelve years of research, the book takes readers on an unexpected journey that will set them free, and it all begins with moving the pen from one hand to the other. The technique is called "Intuitive", or "nondominant" hand writing and is the basis for this revolutionary approach to making lasting life changes.

Author : Lisa Owings
Publisher : Bellwether Media
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781600145926

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Iraq by Lisa Owings Pdf

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Iraq"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Rob Kugler
Publisher : Flatiron Books
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2019-05-07
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781250164322

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A Dog Named Beautiful by Rob Kugler Pdf

An uplifting and unforgettable story of a US Marine, his extraordinary dog, and the road trip of a lifetime. "A beautiful, beautiful book." — Jenna Bush Hager When US Marine Rob Kugler returns from war he had given up not only a year of his life in service to his country, but he had also lost a brother in the fighting as well. Lost in grief, Rob finds solace and relief in the one thing that never fails to put a smile on his face: his chocolate lab Bella. Exceptionally friendly, and always with - you wouldn’t believe it - a smile on her face, Bella is the friend Rob needs, and they spend their days exploring nature and taking photos. But then Bella develops a limp in her front leg. It’s cancer, and the prognosis isn’t good. Rob has a choice, either to let Bella go now, or amputate her cancer riddled leg, and see what the next few months would bring. For Rob, the choice is a no-brainer, and instead of waiting at home for the cancer to spread, Rob and Bella pack their bags and hit the road. Life is short, but the road ahead is long and winding, and as they criss-cross the country Rob and Bella meet remarkable, life-changing men and women who are quick to make friends with this incredible three-legged dog. A Dog Named Beautiful is a book full of inspiration, hope, love, tears, and laughs. Enjoy the journey.

Author : Matthew Restall
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2004-10-28
Category : History
ISBN : 9780199839759

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Seven Myths of the Spanish Conquest by Matthew Restall Pdf

Here is an intriguing exploration of the ways in which the history of the Spanish Conquest has been misread and passed down to become popular knowledge of these events. The book offers a fresh account of the activities of the best-known conquistadors and explorers, including Columbus, Cortés, and Pizarro. Using a wide array of sources, historian Matthew Restall highlights seven key myths, uncovering the source of the inaccuracies and exploding the fallacies and misconceptions behind each myth. This vividly written and authoritative book shows, for instance, that native Americans did not take the conquistadors for gods and that small numbers of vastly outnumbered Spaniards did not bring down great empires with stunning rapidity. We discover that Columbus was correctly seen in his lifetime--and for decades after--as a briefly fortunate but unexceptional participant in efforts involving many southern Europeans. It was only much later that Columbus was portrayed as a great man who fought against the ignorance of his age to discover the new world. Another popular misconception--that the Conquistadors worked alone--is shattered by the revelation that vast numbers of black and native allies joined them in a conflict that pitted native Americans against each other. This and other factors, not the supposed superiority of the Spaniards, made conquests possible. The Conquest, Restall shows, was more complex--and more fascinating--than conventional histories have portrayed it. Seven Myths of the Spanish Conquest offers a richer and more nuanced account of a key event in the history of the Americas.

Author : Lonely Planet,Anthony Ham,Paul Clammer,Mark Elliott,Jessica Lee,Virginia Maxwell,Simon Richmond,Daniel Robinson,Anthony Sattin,Dan Savery Raz
Publisher : Lonely Planet
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2018-09-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781788681339

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Lonely Planet Middle East by Lonely Planet,Anthony Ham,Paul Clammer,Mark Elliott,Jessica Lee,Virginia Maxwell,Simon Richmond,Daniel Robinson,Anthony Sattin,Dan Savery Raz Pdf

Lonely Planet: The world’s number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet’s Middle East is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wonder at the mighty Pyramids of Giza, the last surviving ancient wonder; watch the sun set over the honeycombed magic of Petra; and explore tree-lined boulevards and exquisite blue-tiled mosques in Esfahan, Iran. All with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Middle East and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Middle East: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - covering history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics Covers Egypt, Iraq, Israel, the Palestinian Territories, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Turkey eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Middle East is our most comprehensive guide to the region, and is designed to immerse you in the culture and help you discover the best sights and get off the beaten track. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s Egypt, Turkey, Iran, Jordan and Israel & the Palestinian Territories guides for a comprehensive look at all these countries have to offer. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. ‘Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.’ – New York Times ‘Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.’ – Fairfax Media (Australia) *Source: Nielsen BookScan: Australia, UK, USA, 5/2016-4/2017 Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

Author : Patricia A. Heyman
Publisher : Pearson
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : International cooking
ISBN : 0132126117

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International Cooking by Patricia A. Heyman Pdf

For courses in International Cookery, Continental Cookery, Cuisines of the World, World Cookery. Streamlined in this edition, this text looks at the world's cuisines and how they developed and evolved. Organised by continent, each country and cuisine is explored in terms of its history, topography, cooking methods, common foods, flavorings, and general characteristics. Over 340 recipes appear in this edition and represent a variety of foods and dishes from all segments of the menu. This edition features 90 brand new recipes, three new countries and ideas for modernising classic recipes. With an emphasis on flavour components and traditional and contemporary cookery, this edition reflects the evolving nature of world cuisine.

Author : John Himmelman
Publisher : Two Lions
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2014-01-21
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1477810757

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10 Little Hot Dogs by John Himmelman Pdf

One by one, ten excitable dachshunds pile onto a chair.