Author : Paul Gallico
Publisher :
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 25,98 MB
Release : 1978-01-01
Category : Shipwrecks
ISBN : 9780440004530
Three survivors return to the ship, Poseidon, where they find pirates who have come to plunder.
Author : Sara Dykman
Publisher : Timber Press
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 47,36 MB
Release : 2021-04-13
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1643260456
“What a wonderful idea for an adventure! Absolutely inspired, timely, and important.” —Alistair Humphreys, National Geographic Adventurer of the Year and author of The Doorstep Mile and Around the World by Bike Outdoor educator and field researcher Sara Dykman made history when she became the first person to bicycle alongside monarch butterflies on their storied annual migration—a round-trip adventure that included three countries and more than 10,000 miles. Equally remarkable, she did it solo, on a bike cobbled together from used parts. Her panniers were recycled buckets. In Bicycling with Butterflies, Dykman recounts her incredible journey and the dramatic ups and downs of the nearly nine-month odyssey. We’re beside her as she navigates unmapped roads in foreign countries, checks roadside milkweed for monarch eggs, and shares her passion with eager schoolchildren, skeptical bar patrons, and unimpressed border officials. We also meet some of the ardent monarch stewards who supported her efforts, from citizen scientists and researchers to farmers and high-rise city dwellers. With both humor and humility, Dykman offers a compelling story, confirming the urgency of saving the threatened monarch migration—and the other threatened systems of nature that affect the survival of us all.
Author : Daniel Quinn
Publisher : Crown
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 41,39 MB
Release : 2009-02-04
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0307554643
In Beyond Civilization, Daniel Quinn thinks the unthinkable. We all know there's no one right way to build a bicycle, no one right way to design an automobile, no one right way to make a pair of shoes, but we're convinced that there must be only one right way to live -- and the one we have is it, no matter what. Beyond Civilization makes practical sense of the vision of Daniel Quinn's best-selling novel Ishmael. Examining ancient civilizations such as the Maya and the Olmec, as well as modern-day microcosms of alternative living like circus societies, Quinn guides us on a quest for a new model for society, one that is forward-thinking and encourages diversity instead of suppressing it. Beyond Civilization is not about a "New World Order" but a "New Personal World Order" that would allow people to assert control over their own destiny and grant them the freedom to create their own way of life right now -- not in some distant utopian future.
Author : Arthur Conan Doyle
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 693 pages
File Size : 26,98 MB
Release : 2024-06-22
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Book 1: Engage your intellect in the thrilling mysteries of Victorian London with “ Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle .” Sir Arthur Conan Doyle introduces the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal companion Dr. Watson in a series of captivating stories. Join them as they solve perplexing cases, showcasing Holmes's unparalleled deductive reasoning and keen observational skills. Book 2: Immerse yourself in the magical world of the holiday season with “ The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus by L. Frank Baum .” L. Frank Baum weaves a enchanting tale that explores the origins and adventures of Santa Claus. Discover the heartwarming journey of the beloved figure as he spreads joy and goodwill, creating a timeless story for readers of all ages. Book 3: Roam the greenwood with the legendary outlaw in “ The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood by Howard Pyle .” Howard Pyle's classic retelling brings to life the daring exploits of Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men. Join the archer extraordinaire as he robs from the rich to give to the poor, embodying the spirit of justice and adventure in the heart of Sherwood Forest.
Author : Dotti Enderle
Publisher : ABDO Publishing Company
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 38,69 MB
Release : 2013-09-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1624015824
Up2U Adventures--where the ending is Up2U! Dylan's creepy hobby is getting gravestone rubbings from the old cemetery. He thinks that one from Dr. Naper, Cedarville's own Dr. Frankenstein, would make a perfect addition to his history project. Getting the rubbing is more difficult than Dylan thought! Will he and his history partner uncover the mystery of Dr. Naper? The ending is Up2U, so which ending will you choose? Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Calico is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.
Author : Charles Ames Fischer
Publisher : Sienna Books
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 28,35 MB
Release : 2013-07-22
Category :
ISBN : 9781940107004
A Young Adult mystery adventure into mathematics. When high school senior Matthew “MatheMatt” Forsythe discovers a weird computer and a secret door at school, a series of events unfolds where he and his friends solve one mathematical puzzle after another. After finding a teleportal, Matt and his friend Kelsie travel to a strange world where numbers are actually alive! There they meet the mad scientist Maglio and the ghostly Fifty-Seven and discover that some of the numbers are mysteriously disappearing. They must race against time to find the significant numbers Sixty-One and Three Hundred Thirteen. But why are the numbers disappearing? And what is so important about the number eight?
Author : Roland Faber
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 50,73 MB
Release : 2014-04-23
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1443859613
This collection of essays, drawn from the latest generation of Whitehead scholars, explores how, in the deconstruction of certain concepts, an unceasing invitation of possibility and change is released, both in relation to ongoing philosophical conversations, and as applied to lived experience. The essays make a significant intervention in the field of Whiteheadian scholarship by creating new intersections and paths that extend Whitehead’s thought in novel, and often unexpected, directions. The philosophy of Alfred North Whitehead proposes a radical reconceptualization of experience – one in which we, and all other things, are composed of mutually implicated series of events in an infinite universe of interaction, generating and regenerating experience. Far from indicating a new superlative of holistic integrity, Whitehead prefers the always incomplete movement of all realities, which is the source of vitality for every new generation. This volume applies Whitehead’s philosophy to superlatives – those valued concepts that limit and define our categories amid the flux of experience. The first half of this book probes the superlatives that have historically defined philosophical method in the West. These essays trace the adventures of concepts like substance, novelty, system, and truth. Ossified oppositions that define these superlatives are fractured, indicating new directions for growth. The essays in the second half of the book reflect on the influx, fragility, and impossibility of superlatives like care, tragedy, love, and loss in human experience, generating new matters of philosophical discourse. Superlatives abound. But Whitehead cautions us to attend to their multiplicity. The mutual immanence of events constantly generates new constellations of importance, and so superlatives, because they are contingent upon unstable modes of togetherness, cannot be taken for granted. Any of these concepts may have a particular significance today, but as events coalesce into new constellations, those ideals will continue to take on new meaning.
Author : Gerald James Holton
Publisher : Rutgers University Press
Page : 604 pages
File Size : 31,38 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780813529080
Of Some Trigonometric Relations -- Vector Algebra.
Author : Marcus Rashford
Publisher : Pan Macmillan
Page : 181 pages
File Size : 11,81 MB
Release : 2022-05-26
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 152907665X
Dive into an exciting and mysterious adventure full of fun-filled friendships, fantastical creatures and incredible investigations by the #1 bestselling author Marcus Rashford! Inspired by Marcus’s own experiences growing up, The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Beast Beyond the Fence is the first fiction book by England International footballer, child-poverty campaigner and bestselling author Marcus Rashford MBE. Written with children's author Alex Falase-Koya it's packed with tons of illustrations by Marta Kissi, making it the perfect book for children aged 8-11. There's something fishy going on at school . . . When twelve-year-old Marcus kicks his favourite football over the school fence, he knows he's never getting it back. Nothing that goes over that wall ever comes back. But when Marcus gets a mysterious note inviting him to join the Breakfast Club Investigators, he is soon pulled into an exciting adventure with his new mates Stacey, Lise and Asim to find out what is lurking on the other side of the fence – and get his football back! Don't miss the Breakfast Club Investigators next adventure in The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Ghoul in the School! 'Breakfast Club guaranteed I had the best possible start to my day and welcomed me with open arms. It wasn’t just about food. It was about forming friendships, about togetherness, about escape. It was where some of my greatest memories were made. I want to capture that feeling in my debut fiction book.' - Marcus Rashford MBE
Author : Biswas, Soumendra Nath
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 30,23 MB
Release : 2024-03-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN :
The Himalayas, with their grandeur and cultural richness, magnetize global travelers searching for an escape from the ordinary. However, behind this allure lies an ecological responsibility and sustainability imperative. Many involved with the tourism industry in mountainous regions have been confronting the stark realities of tourism's impact on these delicate ecosystems. There is an urgency to address the challenges posed by climate change, all while safeguarding the indigenous traditions that define the Himalayas. Mountain Tourism and Ecological Impacts: Himalayan Region and Beyond unravels the intricate connections between tourism development and its far-reaching implications. This comprehensive exploration delves deep into the heart of the Himalayan region and beyond, shedding light on the diverse dimensions of mountain tourism and its profound impact on local environments, communities, and cultural heritage. This book reveals the tapestry of tourism experiences found in the peaks and vistas of the Himalayas. It delves into eco-tourist's delicate dance with fragile ecosystems, the coexistence of travelers and wildlife, the exhilaration of adventure tourism, and the spiritual pilgrimages that draw seekers from across the globe. This book comprehensively explores the pivotal role of preserving local cultures and underscores this as a key element of conserving the pristine natural habitats. This book is ideal for academics and researchers, tourism professionals, environmentalists and conservationists, government and NGOs, and travel enthusiasts.
