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The Big Book of Adventure Stories

Author : Otto Penzler

Publisher : Vintage

Page : 898 pages

File Size : 10,96 MB

Release : 2011-05-31

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 030747450X

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A hair-raising collection of adventure stories that's so big and enthralling if you open it you may never be seen again: enter at your own risk. Everyone loves adventure, and Otto Penzler has collected the best adventure stories of all time into one mammoth volume. With stories by Jack London, O. Henry, H. Rider Haggard, Alastair MacLean, Talbot Mundy, Cornell Woolrich, and many others, this wide-reaching and fascinating volume contains some of the best characters from the most thrilling adventure tales, including The Cisco Kid; Sheena, Queen of the Jungle; Bulldog Drummond; Tarzan; The Scarlet Pimpernel; Conan the Barbarian; Hopalong Cassidy; King Kong; Zorro; and The Spider. Divided into sections that embody the greatest themes of the genre—Sword & Sorcery, Megalomania Rules, Man vs. Nature, Island Paradise, Sand and Sun, Something Feels Funny, Go West Young Man, Future Shock, I Spy, Yellow Peril, In Darkest Africa—it is destined to be the greatest collection of adventure stories ever compiled. Featuring: Lawless open seas Ferocious army ants Deadeyed gunmen Exotic desert islands Feverish jungle adventures Including: The story that introduced The Cisco Kid The complete novel of Tarzan the Terrible



The Treasure of Pirate Frank

Author : Mal Peet

Publisher : Candlewick Press

Page : 33 pages

File Size : 24,75 MB

Release : 2018

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 0763696447

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A boy and his dog set sail in search of treasure, braving stormy seas, snowy mountains, and other challenging obstacles, before finally reaching the end of their quest: the treasure of Pirate Frank.



Write Your Own Adventure Stories

Author : Paul Dowswell

Publisher : Write Your Own

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 23,38 MB

Release : 2015-06

Category :

ISBN : 9781409586821

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A write-in book which will allow children to pen their very own adventure story. With lots of hints and tips on how to create characters, plan plots, write dialogue and stage all-important action scenes, this book will start budding writers off with simple exercises, and build them up until they are racing through their own short stories.



Endurance

Author : Alfred Lansing

Publisher : Basic Books

Page : 412 pages

File Size : 30,18 MB

Release : 2014-04-29

Category : History

ISBN : 0465058795

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Experience “one of the best adventure books ever written” (Wall Street Journal) in this New York Times bestseller: the harrowing tale of British explorer Ernest Shackleton's 1914 attempt to reach the South Pole. In August 1914, polar explorer Ernest Shackleton boarded the Endurance and set sail for Antarctica, where he planned to cross the last uncharted continent on foot. In January 1915, after battling its way through a thousand miles of pack ice and only a day's sail short of its destination, the Endurance became locked in an island of ice. Thus began the legendary ordeal of Shackleton and his crew of twenty-seven men. When their ship was finally crushed between two ice floes, they attempted a near-impossible journey over 850 miles of the South Atlantic's heaviest seas to the closest outpost of civilization. In Endurance, the definitive account of Ernest Shackleton's fateful trip, Alfred Lansing brilliantly narrates the harrowing and miraculous voyage that has defined heroism for the modern age.



A Salty Piece of Land

Author : Jimmy Buffett

Publisher : Little, Brown

Page : 419 pages

File Size : 22,37 MB

Release : 2004-11-01

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 0759512922

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Wander to "where the song of the ocean / Meets the salty piece of land" with Tully Mars, washed up from Margaritaville and in the mood for monkeyshines, in a shimmering Caribbean epic by the late king of tropical rock, Jimmy Buffett. It's not on any chart, but the tropical island of Cayo Loco is the perfect place to run away from all your problems. Waking from a ganja buzz on the beach in Tulum, Tully can't believe his eyes when a 142-foot schooner emerges out of the ocean mist. At its helm is Cleopatra Highbourne, the eccentric 101-year-old sea captain who will take him to a lighthouse on a salty piece of land that will change his life forever. From a lovely sunset sail in Punta Margarita to a wild spring-break foam party in San Pedro, Tully encounters an assortment of treasure hunters, rock stars, sailors, seaplane pilots, pirates, and even a ghost or two.



Stories Behind the Images

Author : Corey Rich

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 19,63 MB

Release : 2019

Category : PHOTOGRAPHY

ISBN : 9781680512649

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From his early days working out of his dorm room and shooting on film to becoming a Nikon ambassador and official photographer of the historic Dawn Wall ascent, Corey Rich has been capturing iconic shots of adventure superstars for more than two decades. Now Corey tells how he got some of his favorite images of climbers, adventurers, skiers, performance artists, and more. He shares insights into the business of photography, photography tips, outdoor lessons, and what he has learned about human nature along the way. Featured outdoor athletes include: Tommy Caldwell Project Bandaloop Beth Rodden Lynn Hill Ashima Shiraishi Kelly Slater Bear Grylls Alex Honnold Fred Beckey and many more



Bedtime Stories for Kids: Adventurous Short Tales Packed With Life Lessons Designed to Build Character and Stimulate Young (Beautifully Illustrated Short Bedtime Stories for Kids)

Author : Terry Marson

Publisher : Terry Marson

Page : 131 pages

File Size : 32,85 MB

Release : 101-01-01

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN :

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This collection boasts adventure stories for kids, blending the thrill of exploration with the gentle touch needed for bedtime. Each narrative is thoughtfully created to encourage a quick drift into dreamland, making them superb for reading aloud with friends and family. Guardians seeking to nurture a love for reading in their children, offering bedtime stories for babies and young readers alike. It's perfect for fostering imagination and instilling a sense of adventure at bedtime. This book is great if your kids have to deal with…. · Self-doubt and fear · Lack of confidence · Fitting in and making friends · Setbacks Set course through mystical seas alongside daring pirates, soar with dragons that whisper the wind's secrets, and wander enchanted forests where ancient trees recount legends of old. This collection brings together fearless heroes and heroines, whimsical creatures, and articulate animals as your guides on thrilling quests for treasure and exploits in lands only visited in dreams.



THE GREAT SEA ADVENTURE - Pirate Novels, Treasure-Hunt Tales & Maritime Stories

Author : Herman Melville

Publisher : e-artnow

Page : 8909 pages

File Size : 49,24 MB

Release : 2019-07-11

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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The goal of this collection of the greatest sea adventure novels is to awake your lust of voyage, your sense of adventure and the joy of discovery. Content: Captain Charles Johnson: The History of Pirates R. L. Stevenson: Treasure Island Jack London: The Sea Wolf The Mutiny of the Elsinore A Son of the Sun Daniel Defoe: Robinson Crusoe Captain Singleton Tobias Smollett: The Adventures of Roderick Random Walter Scott: The Pirate Frederick Marryat: Mr. Midshipman Easy Masterman Ready; Or, The Wreck of the "Pacific" Edgar Allan Poe: The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket James Fenimore Cooper: The Pilot: A Tale of the Sea The Red Rover Afloat and Ashore: A Sea Tale Miles Wallingford Homeward Bound; Or, The Chase: A Tale of the Sea Thomas Mayne Reid: The Ocean Waifs: A Story of Adventure on Land and Sea Victor Hugo: Toilers of the Sea Herman Melville: Redburn White-Jacket Moby Dick Benito Cereno R. M. Ballantyne: The Coral Island: A Tale of the Pacific Ocean Fighting the Whales Jules Verne: The Voyages and Adventures of Captain Hatteras In Search of the Castaways; Or, The Children of Captain Grant 20 000 Leagues under the Sea Dick Sand: A Captain at Fifteen An Antarctic Mystery L. Frank Baum: Sam Steele's Adventures on Land and Sea Randall Parrish: Wolves of the Sea Charles Boardman Hawes: The Dark Frigate The Mutineers Joseph Conrad: The Nigger of the 'Narcissus' Lord Jim Typhoon The Shadow Line The Arrow of Gold Rudyard Kipling: Captains Courageous Ralph Henry Barbour: The Adventure Club Afloat Rafael Sabatini: Captain Blood The Sea-Hawk Jeffery Farnol: Black Bartlemy's Treasure Martin Conisby's Vengeance Henry De Vere Stacpoole: The Blue Lagoon The Garden of God





Bedtime Tales: Stories of Kindness and Adventure

Author : Jupiter Books

Publisher : Jupiter Books

Page : 31 pages

File Size : 21,84 MB

Release : 2023-06-09

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN :

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Enter a world of enchantment and life lessons with "Bedtime Tales: Stories of Kindness and Adventure." This captivating collection of heartwarming stories is perfect for young children aged 6 and above. Each tale is carefully crafted to capture their imagination and instill valuable moral lessons. In "The Melody of Kindness," young readers will follow the journey of a curious squirrel named Sammy as he discovers the power of compassion and how a small act of kindness can create a ripple of positivity. "The Magical Fruit Tree: A Tale of Patience and Reward" takes children on an exciting adventure with Tilly, the playful tiger cub, as she learns the virtue of patience and the joy that comes from waiting for something truly special. In "A Meadow of Kindness," readers will join Oliver, the gentle rabbit, as he demonstrates the importance of helping others and the lasting impact small acts of kindness can have on the world around us. Lastly, "The Dragon's Hidden Heart" will transport children into a world of bravery and understanding as Finn, the courageous fox, befriends Draco, a misunderstood dragon, and together they show the power of acceptance and friendship. Written with a magical touch and accompanied by vibrant illustrations, "Bedtime Tales: Stories of Kindness and Adventure" will captivate young readers and become a cherished part of their bedtime routine. These engaging stories not only entertain but also impart valuable life lessons, encouraging children to embrace kindness, patience, and compassion. Create lasting memories with your little ones as you embark on these delightful adventures together. Snuggle up, open the pages of this enchanting book, and let the bedtime tales transport your child to a world of imagination and character-building lessons. Get your copy of "Bedtime Tales: Stories of Kindness and Adventure" today and embark on a journey filled with magic, moral lessons, and the joy of storytelling.