Desperate Journeys, Abandoned Souls: True Stories of Castaways and Other Survivors, Paperback - Edward E. Leslie

Reducere. Here are the most remarkable stories imaginable of maroons, castaways, and other survivors from the 1500s to the present - their moral dilemmas, th...

Million-copy bestselling author Cathy Glass tells the story of Dawn, a sweet and seemingly well-balanced girl whose outward appearance masks a trau...

Reducere. Prepare to be amazed by these incredible tales of human strength and determination in the face of disaster. Read 20 amazing survival stories, and l...

True-life stories of seafarers facing danger and death in the 19th and early 20th centuriesIllustrations: 24 Illustrations, black and white

Fifteen stories of survival against the odds, focussing on positive outcomes of natural disasters and accidents from recent history.Illustrations: ...

Gripping and inspiring, these true stories of bravery, terror, and hope chronicle nine different children's experiences during the Holocaust. These...

Reducere. DescriptionBetween 1933 and 1945, Adolf Hitler and the Nazi party were responsible for the persecution of millions of Jews across Europe.This extra...

Reducere. On a pier in Marseille in 1942, with desperate refugees pressing to board one of the last ships to escape France before the Nazis choked off its po...

Reducere. DescriptionBetween 1933 and 1945, Adolf Hitler and the Nazi party were responsible for the persecution of millions of Jews across Europe.This extra...

Reducere. DescriptionA collection of tales and rhymes from the master of limericks including: Yonghy Bonghy Bo, Calico Pie, The New Vestments, The Dong with ...

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Reducere. To live through the atrocities of World War II and the worst work camp in history, will no doubt change a person. It shows how despite the worst ci...

'Nonsense is the breath of my nostrils', wrote Edward Lear (1812-88), and this collection demonstrates the varied ways in which he pursued his phil...

DescriptionBeyond Surviving is a raw, beautiful, and inspirational collection of stories written by people who have survived the loss of a loved on...

Reducere. English artist, illustrator, and poet Edward Lear is well known for his the volumes of limericks and nonsense poems that he published beginning wit...

Reducere. In his personal account of expeditions with French explorer Captain Jacques-Yves Cousteau and the crew of research vessel Calypso, Richard E. Hyman...

Reducere. Edward Lear's delightful nonsense verse is as fresh and fun now as it has always been. This brilliant collection from 1900 is illustrated by the pe...

Reducere. With their powerful blend of political and aesthetic concerns, Edward W. Said's writings have transformed the field of literary studies. This long-...

Reducere. "The Twelve Healers And Other Remedies" is a book of herbal remedies and ingredients that may be used to treat a variety of ailments. The author cl...

A collection that transports adults and children alike to the extraordinary world of Edward Lear's imagination.

DescriptionGalloping Jones was a bare-knuckle-fighting larrikin who could tame any horse. Moondyne Joe escaped prison using an ingenious plan that ...

DescriptionAn irresistible collection of favorite writings from an author celebrated for his bravura style and sheer unpredictability Francis Spuff...

Reducere. The eighteen stories collected in this volume showcase the simple eloquence of a spectacular literary talent. Lu Hsun practically invented modern C...

Reducere. Tales of intrigue in this book include unusual unsolved crimes, unidentified flying objects, spine-tingling ghost stories, well-documented sea crea...

This warm and wonderful collection of true, feel-good stories about dogs and their people at Christmastime is perfect for the animal lover on your ...

Reducere. This classic collection of nonfiction essays about life in New Mexico by the great Tony Hillerman remains a must read for anyone looking to underst...

A compilation of 35 years' worth of critical essays from one of the boldest and most articulate cultural theorists of our time

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Publisher: Workman PublishingAuthor(s): Workman PublishingIllustration(s): B&W photographyNumber of pages: 400Publication date: 2022Dimensions: 125...

DescriptionThis is the true story of the murder of 14-year-old Jodi Jones in Scotland, in 2003. But, could the boy convicted of that murder, Jodi's...

Reducere. "James Renner is genuine. He cares about these victims . . . When it comes to true crime, this is the kind of writer we need." -- Crime Shadow News...

Reducere. Six stories from the papers of one of America's finest crime authors Roger doesn't mean for the preacher and his wife to die. Released less than a ...

Reducere. Table of Contents: The Voice Of The City The Making Of A New Yorker A Retrieved Reformation The Cop And The Anthem The Duplicity Of Hargraves The G...

Foreword by Bear Grylls, presenter of Running Wild and The Island. The most daring escapes, famous shipwrecks, and ultimate survival stories. These...

Millions of people around the world have experienced contact from the other side. In this inspiring and uplifting short story leading expert Jacky ...

Reducere. True crime journalist Gregg Olsen, author of the instant bestseller If You Tell, unravels the twisted tale of a shocking murder in Amish country. O...

Reducere. "The Souls of Black Folk" is a cornerstone of African-American literary history. Published in 1903, this seminal book of essays incited many white ...

Publisher: Arcturus Publishing LtdAuthor(s): Rupert MatthewsIllustration(s): PaperbackNumber of pages: 192Publication date: 2022Dimensions: 153 x 2...

Wayne McLennan tells the story of his extraordinary life through a series of adventures after he leaves his home town in Australia, desperate to av...

Reducere. An artist born outside his time, Chaz Wilmot can paint like Leonardo, Goya, Gainsborough--and he refuses to shape his talent to fit the fashion of ...

In 2014, Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba raised $25 billion in the world's biggest ever initial public offering. Since then, investors have ponder...

Virginia's Tidewater has played a significant role in American history. With European settlers arriving on its tranquil shores as early as the sixt...

Reducere. Abandoned North Carolina: Mouth of the Holler takes you on an introspective look at North Carolina's past and abandoned architecture with angsty my...

A guide to rebuilding health after surviving breast cancer and reducing the chance of breast cancer reoccurrence. It helps readers get the nutritio...

Reducere. Sixteen stories of true crime from America's foremost authority on the underworld James "Whitey" Bulger is the last of the old-fashioned gangsters....

In a uniquely entertaining book by a rising star, here are uncanny true tales of haunted highways, weird encounters, and legends of the road.It may...

Reducere. A new collection of short stories from an English master, edited and with a preface by acclaimed author Russell Banks Originating in the folktale a...