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On October 29, 2012, Hurricane Sandy made landfall in the Mid-Atlantic region. The devastation she would bring to the New York and New Jersey was widespread and unimaginable. Though warnings had been issued for days and many evacuated their homes and offices, thousands stood in the path of one of the strongest storms in the history of America. Winds on Long Island reached 90 mph. Large sections of Lower Manhattan flooded. Fire in Queens destroyed...
18762) St. Johns River Guidebook
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Come aboard! Put on your hat and throw away your cares. Let's float down the most important river in Florida: the mighty St. Johns (though for this north-flowing river, down is up!). We'll start where the river starts, in the marshes west of Vero Beach, and end up 310 miles later at the Atlantic Ocean.
This guide describes the history, major towns and cities along the way, wildlife, and personages associated with the river. You'll go by Sanford and...
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This book is a cumulative analysis of an international, longitudinal study of a tour program which brings Jewish youth from around the world to Israel. It is a case study of the longest running and most thoroughly documented, intentionally organized heritage tour program in existence, including a wealth of data never previously published. Issues central to Jewish studies are explored in depth, including cross-cultural analysis of the impact and meaning...
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From Remedy Entertainment, the masters of cinematic action games such as Max Payne and Alan Wake, comes a gripping novelization of this time-amplified suspenseful blockbuster. The Quantum Break experience is part game, part show-where decisions in one dramatically affect the other. Both experiences share the same incredible cast of actors who have played leading roles in Lost, X-Men, Game of Thrones and more.
The novel, Quantum Break: Zero State,...
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This humorous, comic guide to Vietnam War-era Vietnam is a hilarious explanation of the land, customs, and people the American "advisor" has found so fascinating, provoking, agreeable, disturbing, infuriating and lovable. The American, and especially the American serviceman, can be counted on to find the lighter side of life anywhere in the world--even in Vietnam. And that's just what cartoonist Tony Zidek has captured in this 120 page laugh-along-with-the-Vietnamese...
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Although it's also known for wolves, bison, and stunning scenery, Yellowstone National Park was established as the world's first national park in 1872, largely because of its geological wonders. In Geology Underfoot in Yellowstone Country, author and geologist Marc Hendrix takes you to over twenty sites in the park and surrounding region that illustrate the deep-time story of Yellowstone Country, from its early existence as a seafloor hundreds of...
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Extrait : "Cœur. La façade qui regarde la place de Berry, présente à la base de ses tours le parement et les lits de briques que j'ai déjà décrits ; on voit en outre dans une tour ronde une ouverture cintrée, bouchée aujourd'hui, surmontée d'une archivolte à claveaux entremêlés de briques. Jusqu'au XIIIe siècle, cette muraille bornait la ville de ce cté et touchait aux Arènes, entièrement détruites aujourd'hui, mais dont le quartier...
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This book is the first installment of the "Vanished! Mystery Series", featuring American couple, Barbara and Sam, in their French village. A mysterious, nail-studded African statuette disappears from a local art exhibition at the same time that a young Senegalese migrant sets out on his hazardous journey to Europe through Al Qaeda infested Mali and Niger. Can Barbara and Sam help him to gain legal residency in France and also aid the beleaguered Ogoni...
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Billings' local food scene is bootstrapping and standing tall. Renowned restaurants like TEN boast menus that showcase distinctive local ingredients from trout roe to foraged mushrooms. Restaurants and artisans source from centuries-old establishments like the McGowan family farm, which provides grain to Trailhead Spirits distillery. Mingling regional cuisine with the cosmopolitan influences of far-flung cities, homegrown spots like Lilac and Field...
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After years of travelling through Asia, Margaret Ledoux shares her experience of tea tasting.
Taiwan, home to the finest quality oolong teas. Often known as 'grand cru' these teas are savoured and prized as if they were the best of wines.
Margaret travelled extensively throughout Asia and has lived for extended periods in South Korea, Taiwan and the Philippines.
It is in Taiwan that she discovered the delicate oolongs and grew to appreciate both...
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"GO FOR IT" is a memoir about Alastair and Candas: two retired Boomers, who wanted to help make a difference in the world. They met one day by chance, fell in love, and with a shared passion to improve the lives of others, set off on a new path of adventure in travel and volunteering.
"GO FOR IT" also describes their personal journeys, before and after they met.
Follow Alastair and Candas as they shed their material possessions and exchange their...
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Neill McKee takes us on an entertaining journey through the developing world from 1970 to 2012. His memoir is filled with compelling dialog, humorous and poignant incidents, thoughts on world development, vivid descriptions of people and places he visited and worked in, and over 200 images, all of which bring readers into his "University of the World." The story starts when he becomes a "one-man film crew," documenting the lives of Canadian CUSO volunteers...
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Originally called Weeghman Park, Wrigley Field hosted its first game in 1914, and the 2014 season marks the 100th anniversary of baseballs second oldest ballpark. In Wrigley Field, The Centennial, Les Krantz tells the story of Wrigleys first 100 yearsfrom the origins of the ivy on the outfield walls and ballpark traditions such as throwing back home run balls to Ruths called shot in the 1933 World Series and unforgettable moments featuring stars Ernie...
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Anyone who spends even a little time in Japan will have a few good stories to tell when they get back home. But rubbing elbows with the Japanese, on their own turf, is good for more than just a laugh. The experience can give you a lot of insight into yourself. And that's not the kind of thing you can pick up in any old souvenir shop. This illustrated Japan travel culture guie is for anyone who can read English (and even if you can't, you can always...
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Mexican American Baseball in the San Fernando Valley explores the teams and players that dotted the valley landscape throughout the 20th century. In a time and place where Mexican Americans were closed off from many city recreation centers, neighborhoods formed their own teams. Baseball and softball reinforced community and regional ties, strengthened family bonds, instilled discipline and dedication that translated into future professional careers,...
18777) Airfield
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In the early days of aviation, Beatty and Moss hang out around the airport Beatty's uncle manages. Beatty's hoping to see her father when he flies in-and quickly out again-on a mail flight. And Moss is hoping his mechanical skills will help him to support himself. Neither anticipates their crucial roles in the airfield's survival-or in saving Beatty's father's life.
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Découvrez New York à travers les yeux de ses habitants.
Portraits de New York, c'est la rencontre avec Aldo, Yacine, Myriam, Mariana, Sydney, Phyllis, Father Perry, Lorenzo... Une mosaïque qui reflète la diversité new-yorkaise. Ils sont artistes, entrepreneurs, restaurateurs, mères, rugbyman, DJ; ils vivent à Harlem, dans le Bronx, à Manhattan, à Brooklyn, dans le Queens ou les Hamptons; ils sont juifs new yorkais, latinos, français, porteña,...
18779) Kansas City Chiefs Fun Facts
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Discover the ultimate fan experience with the "Kansas City Chiefs Fun Facts" book – an exciting journey through the rich history and legendary moments of this iconic NFL team. Packed with over 1000 detailed fun facts, this family-friendly book is designed to challenge and entertain fans of all ages while deepening their knowledge of the Kansas City Chiefs. Immerse yourself in the heart-pounding action, unforgettable plays, and standout players that...
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In 1917, Stanford University leased a portion of its land to allow the creation of Camp Fremont, headquartered in present-day Menlo Park. That brought the war into the Bay Area's backyard. Soldiers received a welcome reception, and locals embraced the potential economic opportunities. However, the military presence also revealed the conflict Americans felt over the war. Residents threatened conscientious objectors within their community, while the...
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