Palibrio jul 2011 (104 Ergebnisse)

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From the complex, colorful, and sometimes harsh world of New Orleans comes a collection of poetry centered on life in all its facets. Irish, tough, and eloquent, poet Alton channels his experiences growing up the Big Easy's St. Thomas Projects into hard-hitting, honest verse.Alton's poetry encompasses us all-parents, siblings, friends, and even strangers. While greed, hate, anger, death, and sadness are part of the natural order of nature, Alton also believes love and kindness, peace and life, and all the good and bad things that co-exist in our world are also natural. With unique rhythms and soul-stirring prose, these poems touch on the wide breadth of experiences in our lives. From encouraging us to live each day to the fullest in 'Living Out Loud' to the ramifications of hate-filled actions in 'Right to Bleed,' Alton presents both sides of life and forces us to see them both for their true colors.Dedicated to all people and the world we share, Thoughtlessthought will challenge, inspire, and delight.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Anguish, guilt, anger, fear, and hopelessness are words often used by mothers who suffer alongside a daughter with an eating disorder. Mothers care for the emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of their children, but who cares for them Cathy Robinson watched her daughter starve herself until she was near death. The resulting helplessness was almost too much for a mother to bear. Making matters worse was the feeling that she was utterly alone in her guilt and pain. She needed others to identify with and help her through this difficult time.A Melody of Hope: Surviving Your Daughter's Eating Disorder features inspirational true stories written by mothers of daughters who have recovered from eating disorders; they seek to provide encouragement, hope, and support to mothers beginning their journey. Told with breathtaking honesty and insight, these stories represent some of the many experiences shared by these mothers. For a mother coming to terms with her daughter's illness, these stories represent a welcome community of understanding.'There are very few books that feature families, and fewer still recounting success stories. Far too many are stories written about the tragedy a family experiences when a family member dies as a result of the disorder, not about the much larger community that experiences success. Hope is what people need during those periods when it seems the disorder will never be overcome, and hope is what this book offers.'-Bryan Gusdal, MA, Program founder/director, Westwind Eating Disorder Recovery Centre, Brandon, Manitoba.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - You cannot choose your parents, but you can choose your future. For author Helen Woo, this phrase aptly explains the course of her life. In this memoir, Woo unveils her story, concentrating on her childhood and young adulthood as she describes being a victim of the 'tiger mother' phenomenon. You Can Not Choose Your Parents chronicles Woo's rearing by controlling, traditional Chinese parents who held extremely high expectations for their oldest daughter. Though culturally acceptable, Woo reveals the emotional destructiveness of this form of upbringing. From her birth in Shanghai, to her school years, she narrates the story from a child's perspective and describes how the emotional and physical punishment affected her life. Part memoir, part cultural study, You Can Not Choose Your Parents shows how Woo was able emerge from her parents' harsh reign and break free from the 'tiger mother' phenomenon to live a new life in the United States.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The life of the inhabitants of the Yucatan Peninsula has always been one lived on the edge of survival. Unknown forces once drove the ancient people from their lands, and the reasons for that mass exodus remain the topic of debate to this day. Now, their once-peaceful existence is threatened again, this time by a thoroughly modern menace: the violent and unpredictable predators of the drug cartels that exert ruthless control over the region. These powerful drug lords have enslaved the Maya in a new war, and they are forced to submit to the will of these new, violent masters. They are given a choice: work for the cartel or face brutal consequences. A proud people who honor their heritage above all, they choose to endure the temporary indignities as the cost that must be paid for their very survival. The Mexican government is frustrated at every turn in their attempts to quell the violence and stop the flow of drugs through their country. They enlist the aid of special agents from America, whose efforts produce mixed results. The lone survivor of an American task force is given a veracruz, a 'gift' from the Maya. It has strange capabilities-and many believe that the veracruz is of extraterrestrial origin. The agent returns home and takes a job as a homicide investigator in Polk County, Florida-where he begins to use his mysterious gift to fight crime.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A story of love that was never meant to live yet refused to die .Set against the backdrop of one of the most tragic events in Philippine history-the imposition of the Martial Law Regime in 1972-and a seemingly innocent yet an equally enigmatic story for children, the novel focuses on Lisa Rubio, a woman haunted by her deprived childhood, a lost love, and a broken identity after her incarceration during the President Marcos regime.Resolute and strong-willed, she slowly resurrects from her bitterness and disillusionment against life's baffling questions, the deceit and trappings of the adult world that she learned to despise. By excelling in academics and in her chosen career as a woman of science, she regains a sure footing and rebuilds her shattered self. But fate has other plans, in the person of a young man named Leo. Thus begins yet another painful journey of her self-doubt, psychological trepidation and moral dilemma. Lisa's psychiatrist helps her navigate and dissect her emotional turmoil at falling for a boy half her age. 'Here is a brilliant woman who studies the stars, who stands on the shoulders of Galileo, but peeps through the eyes of Ichabod,' as Dr. Mores allegorically described Lisa's person.Yet, when despair takes her almost to the brink, salvation comes from an unexpected stranger-Professor Justin Pullin, a man whom Lisa distrusts. With stoic calm and gentle prudence, the professor leads Lisa through a deep introspection and to the wisdom behind suffering that is almost too heavy for the human heart to bear. Just when she resolves to make a right decision, a restless and capricious fate taunts her again: a strange twist of reality brings her and Leo together, and now that they are both adults, their restrained love is suddenly freed and opens like a floodgate.That fateful meeting, however, proves to be Lisa's adamant yet ultimate act of love, a poignant redemption afforded her by the third reason.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Darryl Jaspers longs to serve his country. With an unrivaled determination, he joins The US Marine Corps and begins boot camp at the infamous Parris Island. Nothing is easy. It could at first be blamed by his reaction to stress and the rigors of training, but on a night that changes everything, something unusual happens. Hearing a platoon practicing drill outside his window in the middle of the night, Jaspers assumes recruit errors were made, and punishment was due. But he never sees a thing. When he begins to discover the origin of these 'unseen' marches by exploring the woods beyond the barracks, he soon realizes there is much more to fear than the drill instructors. The perils of basic training are brutal, but cannot compare to the deadly occurrences that literally shake the grounds and alter reality.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - No one plans to be uncomfortable, ill, or emotionally and physiologically exhausted.Unfortunately, the symptoms arrive unannounced and stealthily-much like an ambush that interrupts one's focus elsewhere. And if that were not enough, the search for a mental health professional can be a daunting, intimidating, and frightening process. In Give and Take: A Roadmap to Understanding a Psychiatrist, a seasoned psychiatrist shares guidance, advice, and tips on how prospective patients can engage in a healthy relationship with adoctor, ensuring a thorough evaluation and the formulation of a successful treatment plan.Dr. Stephanie Hathaway Mullany practiced psychiatry full-time for over thirty years and relies on her diverse professional and personal experiences to provide valuable information for making informeddecisions regarding appointments, clinical conditions, and treatment options. While dispelling myths and stigmas associated with psychiatric illness, Dr. Mullany offers an intriguing insider's glimpse into the compelling research that helps psychiatrists formulate a unique treatment plan foreach patient.An initial visit for psychiatric diagnostic and treatment assessment is often a journey into unfamiliar territory. Give and Take: A Roadmap toUnderstanding a Psychiatrist takes the scary out of the unknown and guides prospective patients through the process of taking charge of theirmental health.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Between family obligations and career commitments, it can be challenging for women to find the time to enjoy their own lives. For every woman who has uttered the words, 'I just don't have time for myself,' The Beginner's Guide to Chick Night(TM) offers a warm and witty look at practical ways women can return to their rightful place-on their own list of priorities. Author Colleen Kleven, co-founder of the Hanmer Chapter of Chick Night(TM) and founder of Chick Night(TM) International, shares an easy-to-follow handbook filled with practical advice that will help women everywhere recharge their batteries and learn to start having fun again. Based on real-life experiences spanning ten years in the lives of three women, Klevin's light-hearted guidebook presents ways women can bond with other women in order to reconnect with themselves while sharing recommendations from women who have experienced the intrinsic rewards of friendship that accompany a weekly Chick Night. Fortunately, there is a way for women to regain control of their lives and rise above a seemingly endless list of responsibilities. It's called true friendship-and the laughter, chocolate, and encouragement that come with it are just added bonuses.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Jeanne Adelmann was raised in a middleclass, blue-collar family. Growing up in a male dominated world at home and in her community may have prepared her for her life's work in insurance sales. When she started in 1978, there were very few women in sales and no women in sales management. She attained the highest level for a female in field sales in her company.In this frank memoir, she looks back at her 'pioneering' career-the good and the bad-and tells of one woman's struggle to break down barriers in the business world of the seventies, eighties, and nineties. She recounts her uphill battle with splashes of humor as she struggles to open doors for women.Jeanne faced many challenges during her twenty-three years in insurance sales. She is proud of her work as a pioneer in creating new opportunities for those who followed her, opportunities that were not there for her when she entered the world of sales.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Susan Southerland Secret has given me techniques to make the most of the time I have with clients - to take my sales to another level, build a better relationship with clients, and give me an even better understanding of their personalities. Thank you, Susan Southerland Secret!' -Maria Shafer, Celebration ExpertSales and marketing are as important to a wedding business as creating a beautiful, memorable day for the bride and groom. Yet, those two words can be intimidating, even to the most dynamic, energized, and experienced wedding professional. Fear no more. In The Susan Southerland Secret, three industry experts share valuable tips that will provide both novice and seasoned wedding professionals a renewed confidence in selling and marketing. Susan Southerland, Kristy Chenell, and Karen Gingerich rely on their extensive backgrounds in wedding planning, marketing, and sales to offer their secret to success-a distinct concept called personality marketing. Wedding professionals will learn how to¿ identify bridal personalities and their buying decisions; ¿ recognize a bride's strengths and weaknesses; ¿ win a bride's confidence through tailored sales and marketing messages; ¿ stand out from the competition and close the deal. The Susan Southerland Secret offers incredible insight into a bride's mind, ultimately helping wedding professionals become superior salespeople, expert contract negotiators, and champions of customer service.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - They called her 'Überjoy,' but her real name was Joycelyn Eberhard. She was a finalist in the Miss Teen Idaho beauty pageant, but now she's gone missing-in China, no less. Her fiancé, Orion, worried when she signed up for the Peace Corps, but he never expected something like this. Her disappearance is shattering to him, so he has no choice but to head overseas and search for the woman he loves. His search takes him to the remote Himalaya Mountains in Nepal and Tibet, where getting help from local authorities is not as easy as he would have hoped. He is forced to seek assistance elsewhere, from intrepid special operations mercenaries and unorthodox mountaineering guides. Soon, Orion's search targets not only his fiancé, but the meaning of life itself. Set in the mountains of China-where earth meets sky in more ways than one-Questing for Überjoy is a quest for love. It is also a quest for meaning, as Eastern culture surrounds heroic Orion and teaches him more about himself than any experience in America. One moment philosophical and the next filled with danger, it is a story that could change your life and send you on your own quest for mountaintop enlightenment.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In late 2005, the total casualties in Afghanistan were just barely over one hundred; meanwhile, the news agencies were publicizing, each day, the thousands of American soldiers who were dying in Iraq. There was rarely any mention at all of the conflict going on in Afghanistan. Little did Daniel Flores know that one year later he would be witness to the Taliban resurgence and lose some of his friends in the war. He was locked in a battle for his life against a determined enemy, in one of the most notorious and highly contested valleys in the Hindu Kush, in his Apache gunship-without bullets. South of Heaven is the searing memoir of Flores's year-long tour of duty in Afghanistan. One of his missions was featured in a segment on the Military Channel's My War Diary program. The segment was based on the rescue of an American Convoy in the Tagab Valley in Afghanistan. The video and audio footage of the actual battle that he shot with his own equipment was used in the production. The final week of his rotation in-country was a true test of his faith and his daughter's faith that he would return home unharmed.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Poignant and heart wrenching yet replete with hope, The Obsession of Henry Enright captures the mood of an era through the eyes of a misguided soul seeking to know and be known.A stranger in a strange town, Henry Enright is thirteen when he moves with his Irish Catholic family from Boston to Union in 1954.The simple country life and relief from the oppression of his strict Catholic upbringing was at first freedom and joy but it turned to tragedy when he was forced to identify the bodies of his friends killed in a car wreck.In a time when rock and roll has just started to play from the jukeboxes and the sexual revolution is on the rise, Henry, determined to remake his image and be accepted by his peers, begins to make a dramatic transformation.With only his wits to guide him in his rebellion against authority and religious hypocrisy, Henry has no idea how devastating the consequences of his revolt against the world around him will be.Presented as fiction but reading like a memoir the reminisces of Henry Enright reveal with candor what life was like in the rural town of Union, Massachusetts in the 1950's.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The journey of life begins in the womb for human creatures, and the path each life takes is special. Each individual has a journey to make, and each will take many turns as we learn to crawl, walk, and eventually run the many pathways, roadways, byways, highways, expressways, and sometimes alleyways as we search for the truth of life. Life is so beautiful-that is why everyone wants to hold on to it forever. For Claude B. McQueen, Sr.-called 'Doshie'-life began in a humble home in the South. One of eight children, Doshie learned early on that the greatest wealth a person can hope to have is the love of family. Through each of life's many struggles, Doshie and his siblings turned to each other for courage and hope, and together they made life as beautiful as they could. And in the times when human weakness pulled them apart, they learned just how valuable that familial bond is. Despite a lifetime of adversity, struggle, and occasional sorrow, Doshie held to his optimism and love of his fellow man. His story is one of persistence, compassion, challenge, and hope. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In his late thirties, English playwright and screenwriter Timothy Hainault wants to accomplish two things in life: to write well, and make something of himself as a worthwhile human being. Turning to autobiography to gauge his progress, he revisits his childhood and youth, and following the loss of his mother and older brother, his only sibling, also his late-teens break from his father's quietly steadfast Christian faith; and makes connections as well, with a bearing on what he wants for himself, between his work and certain personal and professional relationships of his. And never more so than with Congravino, his latest play-about Restoration playwright William Congreve's constant pursuit of excellence, firstly through his art, then personally in his lasting love affair with Henrietta, the young duchess of Marlborough-a runaway, critically acclaimed success in London, and later at Canada's Stratford Festival. As with two earlier plays of his about writing and loving, Hainault again associates validation as both a writer and a self he can be true to with his finding a soulmate he can love unconditionally-and once more too in the person of a beautiful and talented actress whose romantically-driven stage character is of his own making. Only this time-and potentially even more problematic than before-his Canadian Henrietta has some complicated personal issues of her own to resolve.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Roman Catholic priest Jerry Rome is looking forward to a relaxing sabbatical at Loyola University in Chicago. He's set to take a summer course entitled 'Sexuality and the Ministry,' and he anticipates the entire experience will be pleasant, informative, and filled with his favorite out-of-church pastime, tennis. When a fellow student is murdered, though, the real games begin.The victim's body is found in strange condition, and the authorities are stumped. Luckily, Jerry already befriended a local Chicago police detective named Joyce Jackson. Maybe they'll be able to solve the case together, but it soon becomes apparent that things are a lot more complicated than good guy catches bad. What at first resembled a relaxing vacation is turning into a dark storm of unforeseen events.Not the least of Jerry's concerns is the sensual Juanita Cabalero, a dark-skinned and strikingly beautiful Colombian who may threaten Jerry's priestly vows of celibacy. In order to catch a killer, Jerry and Joyce must use careful, skilled strategy-even when Juanita's odd affections get in the way. Jerry may discover the truth about the Loyola murders, but will he survive to win the final, gory match.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - School nurses serve at the front lines of the everyday struggle for our children's health, yet they are often perceived as little more than glorified dispensers of bandages. This false perception, held by many parents, officials, and administrators, does a serious disservice to this dedicated group of health professionals.Angels in Disguise tells the history of school nursing through the eyes, ears, and hearts of school nurses serving throughout the United States. By sharing their personal experiences, these nurses illustrate their love and compassion and throw the doors wide open on this often-undervalued profession, enabling readers to see into their world and understand how much they truly care for the children they treat.This collection of heartwarming stories offers unique insight into the daily responsibilities and duties of school nurses and serves to raise public awareness of the dedication, leadership, and exemplary pediatric health care provided by the devoted women and men who care for America's schoolchildren.The sophisticated medical health care required in schools today can only be delivered by qualified professional school personnel, and that challenge is met by having a school nurse in every school facility.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - It is a warm, sunny Saturday in Bellview, Massachusetts, when Kevin and Maria Sanderson receive horrifying news-their seventeen-year-old daughter, Jenny, has been kidnapped. Left with nothing but a typewritten note that asks for a million dollars in return for Jenny, the Sandersons feel they have no choice but to pay the ransom.Despite the kidnapper's threats, the Sandersons enlist the help of the local police and the FBI, who devise a plan to catch the kidnapper at the time of the ransom drop. The kidnapper, however, outsmarts the FBI and makes off with the ransom money-without releasing Jenny. Suddenly questions beginto surface about whether Jenny was really kidnapped in the first place. As the police and FBI try to unravel this mystery, a number of suspects and possibilities emerge, including a teenager from a neighboring town, the leaders of a prostitution ring, a family friend, and a runaway girl from another town.In this gripping, fast-paced thriller, unexpected twists and turns in the investigation into a young girl's mysterious disappearance ultimately lead law enforcement to the surprising discovery of what really happened to Jenny Sanderson. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Every teacher knows that a day in the classroom is always full of surprises, successes, failures, and inspirational moments. In the poignant memoir School House Diary, longtime educator shares anecdotes-both tragic and humorous-that detail his nearly thirty years as a social studies teacher, coach, and student advocate in Cincinnati, Ohio. Jerry Roberts began his career as a high school history teacher not as a green twenty-two-year-old recent college graduate, but as a four-year Army veteran and father of two young children. As he details the antics, humorous incidents, and human tragedy that often unfolded on a daily basis in his classroom, Roberts offers an eye-opening glimpse into the life of a teacher-a life that often includes switching roles from history teacher to surrogate parent to armchair psychologist. From the helicopter Mom who had difficulty letting her daughter grow up to the pregnant twelve-year-old student to the driven high school student who learned that leadership requires building trust in others, Roberts shines a fascinating light into the challenging world of an educator. School House Diary is a compelling collection of essays that prove that teachers truly make a difference every day in the lives of their students.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Surviving high school is a bizarre enough experience for most kids, and for Emma Niles, that's only one of her challenges. It's her senior year, and she has to find a way to put the multiple stresses of her home life behind her. Her parents have just been through a messy divorce, and now her father has remarried. Add on classes and all the other demands on her sanity, and life seems just crazy. Fortunately, Emma knows that no matter how weird her life may seem, she can always count on her friends to see her through it all.But when Bobby Watson, a tall, dark, and mysterious young man, enrolls at their school, everyone is charmed by him. Everyone, that is, but Alexis, Emma's best friend. Alexis, a gifted Native American girl, can see the darkness behind his beautiful face. She knows that Bobby is much morethan he appears to be-and that his plans represent dangerous times for everyone they know and love. Alexis invites her friends to take part in asacred fire ceremony so that they can learn more about his true intentions.As they prepare for the ritual, Emma learns of her own powers and family history. By embracing her newly revealed Native American heritage andculture, Emma begins to figure out who she is, what's really happening in her school-and why. Through it all, Emma learns that her true strength isfound within and that friendship is the strongest magic of all.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - For some, the pursuit of happiness does not come easily. Almost by definition, being human means to be imperfect, scratched, and scarred. Countless multitudes of men, women, and children are prevented from that very pursuit because they suffer from depression or various mental disorders. But then, four scientists working on the edge of possibility and hope invent a drug that eliminates depression, and a new era of peace and bliss for all emerges. Blending science fiction with hard science, this contemporary fairy tale for a technological world explores the very morality of such a discovery. The work of the fictional scientists is based on real-world research, and they explore the psycho-neurological causes of depression and how new drugs are developed. Can four scientists actually create a sustainable utopia in a lab Can bliss in a pill truly come without consequences Is peace for all mankind even a possibility Sometimes, the price of true happiness-even when it comes in a little pill-may be higher than expected.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Our schools are failing your kids. In Listen to Your Kids, author and veteran teacher Thomas Harvey explains the why and tells you what you can to do help solve this crisis.A personal account from the front lines of education's battlefield-the classroom-Listen to Your Kids provides a broad discussion of secondary education and invites parents, teachers, and administrators to open an honest and thought-provoking dialogue about educational reform. Harvey demonstrates how school reform should not be about money or testing but rather about nourishing each student's soul. Sharing powerful personal approaches to connecting with teenagers, he imparts simple strategies for transforming indifferent, angry, and struggling students into optimistic and successful young adults.Filled with anecdotes and letters from students, Listen to Your Kids presents a how-to manual for creating emotionally rich and respectful relationships that are powerful antidotes to the apathy felt by so many students toward school. It provides ample evidence to show that an emotionally healthy educational environment produces academically healthier kids.…

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - War is not romantic. It is bleeding and dying and holding a lifeless comrade in your arms. It is storming a beach through a hail of bullets. It isfighter planes spiraling from the sky and Americans being taken captive. In Scars of War, author Marilyn Swinson tells true and often horrifyingstories of war.Based on one-on-one interviews with more than forty veterans, all members of the Combat Airmen/Joshua's Troops of Mayodan, North Carolina, Swinson brings the narratives to lifeas the soldiers relay a variety of war experiences: a soldier aboard a ship moored at Pearl Harbor on that fateful December morning when Japanesebombs rained fire from the sky, and a seventeen-year-old young man forced to endure the horrors of the Bataan Death March, only to face three and ahalf years of torture and deprivation in Japanese concentration camps. A pilot lives to fly again after his plane hits the ground traveling three hundred miles per hour, igniting sixteen thousand pounds of jet fuel. A battle-weary Marine finally sees Old Glory raised on Iwo Jima.Scars of War provides a firsthand account of the pathos and pageantry of war from those who survived.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - It is August of 1895 as Dr. Matt Stafford's ferry nears Ellis Island. His spirits soar as he approaches the island filled with immigrants pursuing their dreams. Seeking a change from the routine of his hospital surgical practice, he decides to take a temporary leave to provide medical care to those who left their homelands in pursuit of the American Dream. Eager to interact with the newcomers, Dr. Stafford is quickly intrigued by their personal stories of struggles, courage, and determination. Soon though, everything is about to change on the island; major conflicts unfold, immigrants are exploited, and a riot takes place. Becoming entangled in a secret passionate relationship, Dr. Stafford witnesses President McKinley's assassination and a societal backlash against the rising tide of immigration. As he valiantly struggles to find emotional fulfillment, a series of events will lead to dramatic changes-both at Ellis Island and in his own life. Based on actual events, Guardians of the Gate shares the intriguing tale of the people and provocative occurrences that occurred at Ellis Island during the 1890s and 1900s-through the eyes of a dedicated physician on a compelling quest for fulfillment.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - History books and novels are filled with stories of young men and women going off to war. In each, the experiences and challenges are as varied as the people themselves. The stories tell of leaders and followers, cowards and heroes. In Where's Charlie author Tim Soyars narrates his own story of how he came of age while serving in the US Army during the Vietnam War.In this memoir, Soyars tells how his personality, background, and attitude contributed to his will to succeed and his desire to be involved in the Vietnam War. As a boy, he always knew he'd serve his country. With both humor and sincerity, Soyars narrates his story-his birth in Virginia in 1945, his induction into the army in 1965, his marriage in 1966, and his one-year service in Vietnam with the First Calvary from March of 1967 to 1968.Including photos of the period, Where's Charlie conveys not only the sadness and heroics often associated with war, but also shares stories of warmth, compassion, and romance. It provides a glimpse into the horror of battle and offers insight into one soldier's actions and thoughts during this unique time in history.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Roi and his best friends from slavery are taking a challenge journey on Falaron, a planet terraformed from Earth during the Ice Age. They look forward to a vacation of dog sledding, hang gliding, horseback trekking, sailing, whitewater rafting, and rock climbing-but the friction developing within the group is adding its own level of challenge to the trip. Their guide, Penny, finds the four a refreshing change from her usual spoiled clients. She is worried, however, by the unusual number of accidents the group is experiencing. Even though they are vacationing on a wilderness planet, this foursome seems particularly accident prone. But they aren't all accidents. Roi's half-brother Zhaim, a brilliant and malicious sociopath, has decided that the journey is an ideal opportunity to rid himself of his rival. He is capable of manipulating not only the weather but affairs on distant planets. His schemes distract the only two adults who would be able to protect the young people and draw them far enough away that they can be of no help. He has even managed to plant an unsuspecting agent in the party.As the group travels, their journey becomes a far more serious challenge than any of them could have imagined.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this true tale, Molly, now a grandmother in her seventies, tells the story of her real-life experiences in the sex trade in a series of graphic and lurid flash-backs. As the tranquil world of this mature and seemingly well-balanced woman is suddenly shattered by unexpected outbursts of bizarre and debilitating behavior, Molly's daughter, Carin, is totally bewildered by her mother's strange antics. Carin has always had a good relationship with her mother, but knows nothing of Molly's past. Molly's friends are equally confused, but little by little, her story becomes clear: how Molly became enamored of the sex trade and how that lifestyle was deeply ingrained in her personality. Her journey into darkness is long and arduous. Exposed to sex far too soon because of her mother's poor influence and bad example, Molly grew up around sex workers who groomed her for 'the life.' Patrons exploited and abused her. When her father returned from his service in World War II, she hoped that he would help her off the path she had taken-only to have her dreams shattered. Instead of protecting her, he took advantage of her youth and promiscuity for his own financial gain. Molly is forced to do the unthinkable to gain control of her life.Told from the perspective of a survivor looking back and recovering from her experiences, In My Father's House offers a unique and heartrending view of a girl growing up in the shadows of the sex trade.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - United States Marine Corps veteran David Hall presents a new and exciting way to experience the Second World War in Blood and Guts: Rules, Tactics, and Scenarios for Wargaming World War Two. Hall developed his tactical game system through decades of personal wargaming, and he now shares his unique system with readers everywhere. The rules are easy to learn, and the games are fast-paced. The scenarios cover almost all of the major theaters of conflict, including France 1940, the Mediterranean, the South Pacific, and the Eastern Front. A table of organization and equipment is included to assist readers in recreating wargame infantry and armor formations. Hall doesn't simply provide a set of rules; he infuses each chapter with wargame theory, tactics, and tank development. He provides the logic behind each rule and talks about how the rule design plays out the battlefield. He also shares stories and anecdotes about his early 'toy soldier' days and about how he developed into a wargamer-stories sure to spark readers' memories of their own first set of soldiers. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Sixty-¿ve-year-old Ella Beesom is in the hospital after a mysterious fall and a mild stroke-and though previously wealthy, she is now strangely broke. Concerned for her aunt and confused about her ¿nancial quandary, Nina Stafford books a flight to Asheville, North Carolina. Once there, the ¿nancial haze settles into a fog as Nina can't seem to understand what happened to her ailing aunt. Family friend and ¿nancial advisor Gordon Wilson steps in to help, but he knows no more than Nina. Desperate for answers, they agree to hire private investigator, Travis McConnell. Travis is only too happy to help when he meets beautiful, charming Nina, and they can't help but fall into a romance. In the midst of their newly blossoming relationship, Nina and Travis stumble upon a clue that points to a local psychic named Francesca. Aunt Ella visited the tarot card reader, and Nina has a feeling Francesca is somehow involved with her aunt's missing money. Will the psychic see Nina's suspicions in the cards As the mystery mounts, Nina may have no one to depend on but herself. Surrounded by mysticism, it's hard to see clearly -but Nina must ¿gure out what happened to Ella, in order to save her family and possibly herself.…