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Marathon Woman

Author : Kathrine Switzer

Publisher : Da Capo Press

Page : 422 pages

File Size : 14,25 MB

Release : 2017-04-04

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 030682566X

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A new edition of a sports icon's memoir, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of Kathrine Switzer's historic running of the Boston Marathon as the first woman to run. In 1967, Kathrine Switzer was the first woman to officially run what was then the all-male Boston Marathon, infuriating one of the event's directors who attempted to violently eject her. In one of the most iconic sports moments, Switzer escaped and finished the race. She made history-and is poised to do it again on the fiftieth anniversary of that initial race, when she will run the 2017 Boston Marathon at age 70. Now a spokesperson for Reebok, Switzer is also the founder of 261 Fearless, a foundation dedicated to creating opportunities for women on all fronts, as this groundbreaking sports hero has done throughout her life. "Kathrine Switzer is the Susan B. Anthony of women's marathoning."-Joan Benoit Samuelson, first Olympic gold medalist in the women's marathon







Implications of Integrating Women Into the Marine Corps Infantry

Author : Agnes Gereben Schaefer

Publisher : Rand Corporation

Page : 215 pages

File Size : 29,83 MB

Release : 2015-12-03

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN : 0833092030

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This study for the U.S. Marine Corps reviews the history of the integration of women into the U.S. military and explores the role of cohesion, the gender integration of foreign militaries and domestic police and fire departments, and potential costs.



Taming The Dragon

Author : Valerie Twombly

Publisher : Valerie Twombly

Page : 171 pages

File Size : 28,87 MB

Release : 2022-04-12

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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His past broke him. Kadin’s siblings believe he only cares about pure dragon bloodlines and that is why he refuses to take a human mate. They don’t know about his dark past. A day centuries ago that changed him forever and left him crippled with fear. When he sees Avery, however, his dragon knows she belongs to him. The beast doesn’t care she’s human, but Kadin can’t forget his past. She can heal him. Avery has spent her life second guessing herself. From her body image, to allowing her brothers to convince her that an EMT was a more suitable job than a firefighter. When a shifter shows up at her station, she has no idea the impact he will have on her. Kadin is bigger than life and hotter than any fire she’s ever seen. When a friendly date turns into a night she will never forget, she’s left wondering why she can’t let him walk away. When Kadin finally realizes he can’t live without Avery, he might be forced to do just that. Tragedy strikes not once but twice and threatens to break the couple apart forever. READ THE WHOLE SERIES -also available as audiobooks! Book 1: His Burning Desire Book 2: Rescue Me Book 3: Finding Hope Book 4: Ashes To Flames Book 5: Taming The Dragon Keywords: fantasy romance, hot burn romance, paranormal romance, PNR, steamy romance, complete series, alpha hero, dragon shifters, alpha paranormal, steamy shifter romance, second chance romance, firefighter romance, shifter romance, dragon romance books, shifter firefighters, hot shifter romance, Minnesota romance, series,



Backfire

Author : Kennedy Seagrave

Publisher : Archway Publishing

Page : 193 pages

File Size : 44,18 MB

Release : 2018-06-15

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 1480863696

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After twenty-six years in the fire service, author Kennedy Seagrave came to realize that many of the tactics used in firefighting could be helpful in fighting metaphorical fires in everyday life as well. Now she seeks to share the wisdom she gained over the years, while telling her story along the way. Backfire provides a series of practical strategies and problem-solving approaches that can be applied to anyones life, in a wide variety of circumstances. For example, small decisions made correctly can make a tremendous difference in life. Identifying the significance of choices is also essential. Embracing a size-up outlook in life can help you to disregard the often overpowering distractions and evaluate the situation before you make a decisionwhether its entering a burning building to save a life or deciding which college to attend. From the initial sizing up of the situation to the postincident analysis, each step offers methods for dealing with the difficult situations in life based in the techniques used by firefighters every day. Based on the personal narrative and knowledge of a firefighter with more than two decades of experience, this self-help guide presents problem-solving strategies for all people.



Firefighter Exam For Dummies

Author : Stacy L. Bell

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 432 pages

File Size : 36,6 MB

Release : 2011-02-02

Category : Education

ISBN : 0470769467

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Book Description

Firefighting is an honorable and rewarding career, and it takes a lot of hard work to get started. Here is a complete review of the most commonly tested topics given to candidates across North America, as well as tips and advice.



Challenges and Emerging Issues on Firefighter’s Toxic Chemical Exposure: Smoke Chemicals, Contaminated PPE, and Off-gassing

Author : Guowen Song

Publisher : Frontiers Media SA

Page : 127 pages

File Size : 13,47 MB

Release : 2024-08-02

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 2832551661

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Toxic chemicals, either from fire ground combustion, contaminated PPE, or off-gassing from PPE material and chemical finishing have become the leading concern for the long-term health of firefighters. Exposure to fine smoke particles and toxic chemicals released from fire scenes can result in cancer, cardiovascular disease, and other pathological diseases, and minimizing this exposure has become a health priority for the firefighter. Firefighters face exposure to smoke at fire grounds and to contaminants in fire stations, vehicles, and even their homes because of resuspended fine particles or released volatile chemicals from contaminated PPE.



Wilderburbs

Author : Lincoln Bramwell

Publisher : University of Washington Press

Page : 338 pages

File Size : 23,67 MB

Release : 2014-09-01

Category : History

ISBN : 0295805587

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Since the 1950s, the housing developments in the West that historian Lincoln Bramwell calls “wilderburbs” have offered residents both the pleasures of living in nature and the creature comforts of the suburbs. Remote from cities but still within commuting distance, nestled next to lakes and rivers or in forests and deserts, and often featuring spectacular views of public lands, wilderburbs celebrate the natural beauty of the American West and pose a vital threat to it. Wilderburbs tells the story of how roads and houses and water development have transformed the rural landscape in the West. Bramwell introduces readers to developers, homeowners, and government regulators, all of whom have faced unexpected environmental problems in designing and building wilderburb communities, including unpredictable water supplies, threats from wildfires, and encounters with wildlife. By looking at wilderburbs in the West, especially those in Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico, Bramwell uncovers the profound environmental consequences of Americans’ desire to live in the wilderness.



She Explores

Author : Gale Straub

Publisher : Chronicle Books

Page : 242 pages

File Size : 10,9 MB

Release : 2019-03-26

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1452167672

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For every woman who has ever been called outdoorsy comes a collection of stories that inspires unforgettable adventure. Beautiful, empowering, and exhilarating, She Explores is a spirited celebration of female bravery and courage, and an inspirational companion for any woman who wants to travel the world on her own terms. Combining breathtaking travel photography with compelling personal narratives, She Explores shares the stories of 40 diverse women on unforgettable journeys in nature: women who live out of vans, trucks, and vintage trailers, hiking the wild, cooking meals over campfires, and sleeping under the stars. Women biking through the countryside, embarking on an unknown road trip, or backpacking through the outdoors with their young children in tow. Complementing the narratives are practical tips and advice for women planning their own trips, including: • Preparing for a solo hike • Must-haves for a road-trip kitchen • Planning ahead for unknown territory • Telling your own story A visually stunning and emotionally satisfying collection for any woman craving new landscapes and adventure.