Author: David Lewis
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antarctic Ocean
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
During 1972-1974, David Lewis attempted a solo circumnavigation of Antarctica on his yacht 'Ice Bird'. During the journey he capsized three times and survived some of the most extreme conditions.
Ice Bird
Author: David Lewis
Publisher: Sheridan House, Inc.
ISBN: 9781574091519
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
Ice Bird is one of the great true sea stories of the twentieth century. It is also a tale of human endurance, a testimony of one man's will to overcome almost anything and everything physical and psychological to stay alive.
Publisher: Sheridan House, Inc.
ISBN: 9781574091519
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
Ice Bird is one of the great true sea stories of the twentieth century. It is also a tale of human endurance, a testimony of one man's will to overcome almost anything and everything physical and psychological to stay alive.
Bird & Squirrel on Ice
Author: James Burks
Publisher: Graphix
ISBN: 9780545563185
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 125
Book Description
When Bird and Squirrel crash land in the South Pole during a raging blizzard, Bird is taken away by a horde of penguins intent on feeding him to a killer whale as a sacrifice, and Squirrel must hatch a crazy plan to escape.
Publisher: Graphix
ISBN: 9780545563185
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 125
Book Description
When Bird and Squirrel crash land in the South Pole during a raging blizzard, Bird is taken away by a horde of penguins intent on feeding him to a killer whale as a sacrifice, and Squirrel must hatch a crazy plan to escape.
Bird Therapy
Author: Joe Harkness
Publisher: Unbound Publishing
ISBN: 1783527749
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
Longlisted for the 2020 Wainwright Prize 'I can't remember the last book I read that I could say with absolute assurance would save lives. But this one will' Chris Packham 'Fabulously direct and truthful, filled with energy but devoid of self-pity . . . I was impressed and enchanted. Highly recommended' Stephen Fry 'Succeeds – triumphantly – in articulating with great honesty what it is like to suffer with a mental illness, and in providing strategies for coping' Mail on Sunday When Joe Harkness suffered a breakdown in 2013, he tried all the things his doctor recommended: medication helped, counselling was enlightening, and mindfulness grounded him. But nothing came close to nature, particularly birds. How had he never noticed such beauty before? Soon, every avian encounter took him one step closer to accepting who he is. The positive change in Joe's wellbeing was so profound that he started a blog to record his experience. Three years later he has become a spokesperson for the benefits of birdwatching, spreading the word everywhere from Radio 4 to Downing Street. In this groundbreaking book filled with practical advice, Joe explains the impact that birdwatching had on his life, and invites the reader to discover these extraordinary effects for themselves.
Publisher: Unbound Publishing
ISBN: 1783527749
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
Longlisted for the 2020 Wainwright Prize 'I can't remember the last book I read that I could say with absolute assurance would save lives. But this one will' Chris Packham 'Fabulously direct and truthful, filled with energy but devoid of self-pity . . . I was impressed and enchanted. Highly recommended' Stephen Fry 'Succeeds – triumphantly – in articulating with great honesty what it is like to suffer with a mental illness, and in providing strategies for coping' Mail on Sunday When Joe Harkness suffered a breakdown in 2013, he tried all the things his doctor recommended: medication helped, counselling was enlightening, and mindfulness grounded him. But nothing came close to nature, particularly birds. How had he never noticed such beauty before? Soon, every avian encounter took him one step closer to accepting who he is. The positive change in Joe's wellbeing was so profound that he started a blog to record his experience. Three years later he has become a spokesperson for the benefits of birdwatching, spreading the word everywhere from Radio 4 to Downing Street. In this groundbreaking book filled with practical advice, Joe explains the impact that birdwatching had on his life, and invites the reader to discover these extraordinary effects for themselves.
Drug World
Author: Ronald Barnes
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 147972789X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
The world for JC was inescapable, it seemed like the more he ran from the life style of selling drugs; the more it came in his life. After losing his two son's mother to drug world, he fell in love with the woman of his dreams. He thought he was off to a beautiful future with his family, until his past caught up with him and sent him to prison. After prison, that dreadful life style that he feared, came in his life like a quiet storm. Before he could realize what had happen to his life after prison, he was caught up in drug world and couldn't get out. The drug world is a heartless and selfish business, it has no respect for life or anything in it. This book does not sugar coat any aspect of this life style; at any level what so ever, it's the plain truth and if you think for one minute you can stand the test of time in drug world. You're a fool, because the life style ain't nothing but sadness and pain!
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 147972789X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
The world for JC was inescapable, it seemed like the more he ran from the life style of selling drugs; the more it came in his life. After losing his two son's mother to drug world, he fell in love with the woman of his dreams. He thought he was off to a beautiful future with his family, until his past caught up with him and sent him to prison. After prison, that dreadful life style that he feared, came in his life like a quiet storm. Before he could realize what had happen to his life after prison, he was caught up in drug world and couldn't get out. The drug world is a heartless and selfish business, it has no respect for life or anything in it. This book does not sugar coat any aspect of this life style; at any level what so ever, it's the plain truth and if you think for one minute you can stand the test of time in drug world. You're a fool, because the life style ain't nothing but sadness and pain!
Ghost Eye Master
Author: Ye GuHun
Publisher: Funstory
ISBN: 1637074034
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 886
Book Description
The human left the human and the ghost left the ghost. No matter if it's a person or a ghost, if you take the wrong path, I, Li Xiangyang, will come and take you in. After a class reunion, Li Xiangyang's business was in full swing. All sorts of demons and monsters, come to my bowl!
Publisher: Funstory
ISBN: 1637074034
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 886
Book Description
The human left the human and the ghost left the ghost. No matter if it's a person or a ghost, if you take the wrong path, I, Li Xiangyang, will come and take you in. After a class reunion, Li Xiangyang's business was in full swing. All sorts of demons and monsters, come to my bowl!
The Bobbsey Twins
Author: Laura Lee Hope
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
" The Bobbsey Twins is a beloved children's book series written by Laura Lee Hope. The series revolves around the adventures of two sets of twins: Nan and Bert, the older siblings, and Flossie and Freddie, the younger siblings. The Bobbsey Twins are a loving and close-knit family, living in the bustling city of Lakeport. Throughout the series, the Bobbsey Twins find themselves in various exciting situations and mysteries to solve. From their everyday escapades at home to their travels and encounters with new friends, each story is filled with fun, curiosity, and valuable life lessons. The Bobbsey Twins' adventures take them on journeys to places like the seashore, the countryside, and even on exciting trips to distant lands. They explore nature, encounter different cultures, and learn about the world around them. The series is known for its engaging storytelling, vivid descriptions, and relatable characters. Laura Lee Hope skillfully weaves together the joys and challenges of family life, friendship, and personal growth. Young readers are captivated by the Twins' spirit of adventure, their resilience, and their ability to solve mysteries through teamwork and ingenuity. The Bobbsey Twins series has entertained generations of children, providing wholesome and enjoyable reading experiences. It celebrates the magic of childhood, the power of imagination, and the importance of love and togetherness in a family."
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
" The Bobbsey Twins is a beloved children's book series written by Laura Lee Hope. The series revolves around the adventures of two sets of twins: Nan and Bert, the older siblings, and Flossie and Freddie, the younger siblings. The Bobbsey Twins are a loving and close-knit family, living in the bustling city of Lakeport. Throughout the series, the Bobbsey Twins find themselves in various exciting situations and mysteries to solve. From their everyday escapades at home to their travels and encounters with new friends, each story is filled with fun, curiosity, and valuable life lessons. The Bobbsey Twins' adventures take them on journeys to places like the seashore, the countryside, and even on exciting trips to distant lands. They explore nature, encounter different cultures, and learn about the world around them. The series is known for its engaging storytelling, vivid descriptions, and relatable characters. Laura Lee Hope skillfully weaves together the joys and challenges of family life, friendship, and personal growth. Young readers are captivated by the Twins' spirit of adventure, their resilience, and their ability to solve mysteries through teamwork and ingenuity. The Bobbsey Twins series has entertained generations of children, providing wholesome and enjoyable reading experiences. It celebrates the magic of childhood, the power of imagination, and the importance of love and togetherness in a family."