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For decades, Rebel Wilson had single-mindedly focused on her career, making a name for herself through her iconic roles in Pitch Perfect, Bridesmaids, and Isn't It Romantic. Now, she's ready to chronicle the emotional and physical lessons she learned, as well as her most embarrassing experiences. A malaria-induced hallucination? An all-style martial arts fighting tournament? Junior handling at dog shows? And this was all BEFORE she moved to Hollywood!...

An artful and contemplative tribute to the late actor famed for his role as Dylan McKay in Beverly Hills, 90210.
Best known for playing loner rebel Dylan McKay in Beverly Hills 90210, Luke Perry was fifty-two years old when he died of a stroke in 2019. There have been other deaths of 90's stars, but this one hit different. Gen X was reminded of their own inescapable mortality, and robbed of an exciting career...

"As a young British intelligence officer in Cairo, archaeologist and adventurer Thomas Edward Lawrence became involved in the 1916 Arab Revolt, fighting alongside rebel forces against the Ottomans. He made a legendary 300-mile journey through blistering heat; he wore Arab dress; and he strongly identified with the people in his adopted lands. By 1918, he had a £20,000 price on his head. Despite readers' long fascination in his story, Lawrence--one...

"This searing memoir tells the story of a young doctor and activist who ran an underground hospital in Syria"--

Annual report of the Alpine Roamers for the 1967-1968 season.

Annual report of the Alpine Roamers for the year 1964.

Color photos and accompanying text show the places where the Nez PercT Indians camped, crossed rivers, followed mountain trails, and sought refuge from Gen. Oliver Howard's pursuing troops between June and October 1877. In all, the Nez PercT covered about 1,500 miles in Idaho and Montana, outfighting and outsmarting the troops, before they were captured and sent to a reservation in Oklahoma. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or. -- amazon.com....

An overview of the natural history of the Pacific Crest Trail and of historical events related to the route, an imaginary hike up the trail, and a description of what can be seen and experienced along the way.