Faded Wings


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Faded Wings is the story of search and rescue on the high seas and of the men and women who are routinely asked to risk everything to save those in peril. It chronicles the life of one man, LCDR Tom MacCalister, USCG, and his personal quest to battle demons in his life, both personal and professional, in order to complete one last mission. One last mission for MacCalister, one last flight, a flight that will spell the difference between life and death for two young people stranded at sea. Can MacCalister find the courage to save the two young people, or will the indifferent ocean claim them as victims? As Faded Wings tells MacCalister's story it also highlights the world's premier maritime search and rescue organization, the U.S. Coast Guard, it's people, it's equipment, it's procedures, it's successes, and it's failures. Anyone who has ever found themselves in awe of the shear power of the sea will find it fascinating to see the inner details of an ocean rescue, and will be spellbound by the courage of the men and women who answer the call of those in distress.




Forgotten Specters


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Eva has forgotten something.Hints of another life, and who she really is, are whispered to her in dreams, visions, and in her interactions with people who seem to know more about her then they let on. Eva's struggle to find out who or what she is, all while navigating the real world for the first time, is complicated by the confusing relationships she has begun to develop with the three men she has fallen for. Will Eva ever find her happy ending, or will forgotten specters change the course of all she is coming to know?




A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings


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Strange, wondrous things happen in these two short stories, which are both the perfect introduction to Gabriel García Márquez, and a wonderful read for anyone who loves the magic and marvels of his novels.After days of rain, a couple find an old man with huge wings in their courtyard in 'A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings' - but is he an angel? Accompanying 'A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings' is the short story 'The Sea of Lost Time', in which a seaside town is brought back to life by a curious smell of roses.







Raven Wind


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Set against the backdrop of the rugged beauty of the Alaskan wilderness, Raven Wind is the story of a man who finds through adversity the true test of courage. Raven Wind is also the story of power and greed . how far some will go to acquire the ultimate prize. On the snow-covered deck of an Alaskan fishing boat, a man is murdered and a terrible secret hides the truth about his death. That secret remains undisturbed for years. That is until one of the conspirators, the ultimate political power in his sight, can no longer accept the danger that the secret poses. Years later, the secret dangerously close to being revealed, a bush pilot and his son stumble upon the nefarious plot in the rugged wilds of Cordova, Alaska. As a result of their unintended involvement Tom MacCalister and his young son are forced to struggle through the wilderness of the unforgiving bush so that they may save themselves, so that they may save the truth. As a result they find strength in their bond as father and son and in their courage. In this captivating story, Tom MacCalister becomes one of those fortunate few . a man who can say he had tasted both the bitterness of challenge and the sweet taste of victory.




Europe's Birds


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Covering more than 900 species, and illustrated with 4,700 photographs, Europe's Birds is the most comprehensive, authoritative and ambitious single-volume photographic guide to Europe's birds ever produced. Easy-to-use, practical and accessible, this guide provides the information necessary for birdwatchers of all abilities to name any bird they see. Detailed descriptions cover the birds in all their plumages--male, female, breeding, non-breeding, adult and immatures, as well as distinctive subspecies. The clear text covers all aspects of identification, including moult and vocalizations, and provides details on range, status and habitat. An unrivalled selection of photographs, chosen to be as informative as possible, makes this a beautiful book to enjoy, as well as an up-to-date and essential source of identification knowledge. Europe's Birds is produced by the same team that created Britain's Birds, which has been described as "without doubt the best photo guide on the market" (Andy Stoddart, Rare Bird Alert). The authors include top-class wildlife photographers, writers and editors, and an imaginative, highly skilled designer. All are experienced birdwatchers themselves, who know what is needed in an identification guide for birdwatchers living or travelling in Europe.













American Motherhood


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