Author: Gary Francione
Publisher: Temple University Press
ISBN: 1439905223
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
A powerful re-examination of the animal rights movement and its shortcomings.
Thunder and Rain
Author: Charles Martin
Publisher: Center Street
ISBN: 1455503991
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
As a result of his hard exterior and lonely tendencies, Tyler Steele finds himself a single father alone in the world - until a stranger and her daughter show up and change his life. Third generation Texas Ranger Tyler Steele is the last of a dying breed-- a modern day cowboy hero living in a world that doesn't quite understand his powerful sense of right and wrong and instinct to defend those who can't defend themselves. Despite his strong moral compass, Ty has trouble seeing his greatest weakness. His hard outer shell, the one essential to his work, made him incapable of forging the emotional connection his wife Andie so desperately needed. Now retired, rasing their son Brodie on his own, and at risk of losing his ranch, Ty does not know how to rebuild from the rubble of his life. The answer comes in the form of Samantha and her daughter Hope, on the run from a seemingly inescapable situation. They are in danger, desperate, and alone. Though they are strangers, Ty knows he can help-- protecting the innocent is what he does best. As his relationship with Sam and Hope unfolds, Ty realizes he must confront his true weaknesses if he wants to become the man he needs to be.
Publisher: Center Street
ISBN: 1455503991
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
As a result of his hard exterior and lonely tendencies, Tyler Steele finds himself a single father alone in the world - until a stranger and her daughter show up and change his life. Third generation Texas Ranger Tyler Steele is the last of a dying breed-- a modern day cowboy hero living in a world that doesn't quite understand his powerful sense of right and wrong and instinct to defend those who can't defend themselves. Despite his strong moral compass, Ty has trouble seeing his greatest weakness. His hard outer shell, the one essential to his work, made him incapable of forging the emotional connection his wife Andie so desperately needed. Now retired, rasing their son Brodie on his own, and at risk of losing his ranch, Ty does not know how to rebuild from the rubble of his life. The answer comes in the form of Samantha and her daughter Hope, on the run from a seemingly inescapable situation. They are in danger, desperate, and alone. Though they are strangers, Ty knows he can help-- protecting the innocent is what he does best. As his relationship with Sam and Hope unfolds, Ty realizes he must confront his true weaknesses if he wants to become the man he needs to be.
The Story of Lightning and Thunder
Author: Ashley Bryan
Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
The story of how Lightning, a mischievous young ram, and Thunder, his sheep mother, are banished to the sky is told in this "delightful Nigerian folktale. . . . Written to be read aloud, with bits of rhyme and unexpected wordplay. Bryan's uniquely vibrant, swirling, light-filled paintings (enliven) every page".--"Kirkus Reviews", pointered review. Full color.
Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
The story of how Lightning, a mischievous young ram, and Thunder, his sheep mother, are banished to the sky is told in this "delightful Nigerian folktale. . . . Written to be read aloud, with bits of rhyme and unexpected wordplay. Bryan's uniquely vibrant, swirling, light-filled paintings (enliven) every page".--"Kirkus Reviews", pointered review. Full color.
Animals as Persons
Author: Gary Lawrence Francione
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 0231139500
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Gary L. Francione explains our historical and contemporary attitudes about animals by distinguishing the issue of animal use from that of animal treatment. He then presents a theory of animal rights that focuses on the need to accord all sentient nonhumans the right not to be treated as property.
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 0231139500
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Gary L. Francione explains our historical and contemporary attitudes about animals by distinguishing the issue of animal use from that of animal treatment. He then presents a theory of animal rights that focuses on the need to accord all sentient nonhumans the right not to be treated as property.
What Is a Thunderstorm?
Author: Robin Johnson
Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780778724001
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Dark clouds fill the sky, rain falls hard, lightning flashes, and thunder booms--it's a thunderstorm! In this interesting title young readers will learn thunderstorm basics, including how, when, and where thunderstorms occur, how scientists predict thunderstorms and issue severe weather warnings, and how to prepare for and stay safe before, during, and after a thunderstorm occurs
Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780778724001
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Dark clouds fill the sky, rain falls hard, lightning flashes, and thunder booms--it's a thunderstorm! In this interesting title young readers will learn thunderstorm basics, including how, when, and where thunderstorms occur, how scientists predict thunderstorms and issue severe weather warnings, and how to prepare for and stay safe before, during, and after a thunderstorm occurs