The Secret of Rover


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The Secret of Rover follows the clever and resourceful twins Katie and David as they race across the country in their attempt to outwit an international team of insurgents who hold their parents and baby sister captive in a foreign land. Held hostage because they invented a spy technology called Rover that can locate anyone in the world, Katie and David’s parents are in grave danger. Now, it’s up to Katie and David to rescue them. But first they must find their reclusive uncle, whom they have never met—the only person they know who can help them. This page-turning story from a debut author with insider knowledge of Washington is fun, suspenseful, and convincingly real.




The Rover Boys on the Great Lakes; Or, The Secret of the Island Cave


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Edward Stratemeyer's 'The Rover Boys on the Great Lakes; Or, The Secret of the Island Cave' is a classic adventure novel that follows the thrilling journey of the Rover Boys as they uncover secrets on an island cave in the Great Lakes. Written in a fast-paced and engaging style, the book is filled with excitement, mystery, and friendship, making it a captivating read for readers of all ages. Set in the late 19th century, the novel reflects the adventurous spirit of the time and explores themes of bravery, loyalty, and perseverance. Stratemeyer's descriptive writing brings the scenes to life, transporting readers to the rugged landscapes of the Great Lakes. Edward Stratemeyer, a prolific writer of children's books, drew inspiration for this novel from his love of adventure stories and his desire to create wholesome entertainment for young readers. His unique storytelling ability and attention to detail set him apart as a master of juvenile fiction, influencing generations of readers and writers alike. Through his works, Stratemeyer aimed to instill positive values and morals in his audience, making his books both entertaining and educational. I highly recommend 'The Rover Boys on the Great Lakes; Or, The Secret of the Island Cave' to readers who enjoy action-packed adventures with a healthy dose of mystery and camaraderie. This timeless tale will appeal to fans of classic adventure stories and those looking for a thrilling escapade through the rugged landscapes of the Great Lakes.




The Rover


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Edgewick Lamplighter (Wick to his friends) is a humble librarian in the isolated halls of Greydawn Moors until dreams of wanderlust and a bit of dereliction in his duties result in his being shanghaied to a far-off land. Captured by pirates, sold into slavery, and adopted by a gang of thieves, Wick soon finds himself with more adventures than even a halfling librarian can imagine. Rival gangs, goblin marauders, evil wizards, and monstrous dragons are soon after the wee adventurer and his newfound allies in a tale of treasures and treachery, magic and mystery, where even a little guy can rise to the occasion and save the day. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.




Move Over, Rover


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In this cumulative story, a fluffy, friendly dog named Rover makes room in his doghouse for a succession of animals seeking shelter from a thunderstorm.




Seeing Like a Rover


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In the years since the Mars Exploration Rover Spirit and Opportunity first began transmitting images from the surface of Mars, we have become familiar with the harsh, rocky, rusty-red Martian landscape. But those images are much less straightforward than they may seem to a layperson: each one is the result of a complicated set of decisions and processes involving the large team behind the Rovers. With Seeing Like a Rover, Janet Vertesi takes us behind the scenes to reveal the work that goes into creating our knowledge of Mars. Every photograph that the Rovers take, she shows, must be processed, manipulated, and interpreted—and all that comes after team members negotiate with each other about what they should even be taking photographs of in the first place. Vertesi’s account of the inspiringly successful Rover project reveals science in action, a world where digital processing uncovers scientific truths, where images are used to craft consensus, and where team members develop an uncanny intimacy with the sensory apparatus of a robot that is millions of miles away. Ultimately, Vertesi shows, every image taken by the Mars Rovers is not merely a picture of Mars—it’s a portrait of the whole Rover team, as well.




Rover's Junkyard


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Rover likes to recycle. He doesn't like throwing stuff away. He owns a junkyard where old cars and junk get trashed. What super-duper purple sparkly surprise is he making in his top seceret workshop?




Holy Rover


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"Whether describing mystical visions or the rhythms of everyday life, Erickson turns the spiritual journey into a series of exciting transformations." ÑPublishers WeeklyÊ(starred review) From her childhood on an Iowa farm, Lori Erickson grew up to travel the world as a writer specializing in holy sitesjourneys that led her on an ever-deepening spiritual quest. InÊHoly Rover, she weaves her personal narrative with descriptions of a dozen pilgrimages. Along the way, Erickson encounters spiritual leaders who include the chief priest of the Icelandic pagan religion of Asatru, a Trappist monk at Thomas Merton's Gethsemani Abbey, and a Lakota retreat director at South Dakota's Bear Butte. Both irreverent and devout,ÊHoly RoverÊincludes images of holy sites around the world taken by several of the nation's leading travel photographers. Travel writer, Episcopal deacon, and author of the Holy Rover blog atÊPatheos, Erickson is an engaging guide for pilgrims eager to take a spiritual journey. Her book describes travels that changed her life and can change yours, too.




The Rover


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The magic of Naples during Carnival inspires love between a disparate group of local citizens and visiting Englishmen.




Bloody Jack


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"While disguised as a boy, Jacky Faber experiences adventure and romance on the high seas"--




The Star Rover


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"The Star Rover is an imaginative flight into man's history, rendered in London's most realistic terms. It is the story of Darrell Standing, condemned to solitary confinement in a corrupt prison, who learns to free his soul from his body and escape his pain, to go winging off through space and time."-From dust jacket.