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Nary colecciona hilos en su bolsita secreta. Son los hilos de la guerra que vivió durante su infancia en su país, Reinode Camboya. Son hilos de diferentes colores de su crecimiento personal hasta convertirse en una superviviente, científica y olímpica. que corresponden a las distintas emociones de su vida.Es una historia rica en matices culturales y retos, contada como una aventura a medida que ExtraordiNary crece.Descubre a través de este cuento la historia de Nary, una chica extraordiNARYa.

Karamojo Safari, first published in 1949, is a classic story of elephant hunting, safaris, native life, and the wilds of Uganda and Kenya in the late 1800s, at a time when the region (then known as "Karamojo") was completely unknown to the outside world. Walter Bell (1880-1954), a Scottish adventurer, traveled the area for 14 months, during which time he hunted and killed 180 elephants, and recovered a staggering total of more than 9 tons of ivory.Famous for being one of the most successful ivory hunters of his time, Bell was an advocate of the importance of shooting accuracy and shot placement with smaller caliber rifles versus the use of heavy large-bore rifles for big African game. He improved his shooting skills by careful dissection and study of the anatomy of the skulls of the elephants he shot, and perfected the clean shooting of elephants from the difficult position of being diagonally behind the target; this shot became known as the "Bell Shot".

A powerful, blazingly honest, suspense-filled memoir. This is the story of a 56-hour battle for her life that broke down a 40-year-old female Army Veteran and built her back up again. On August 8, 2020, 40-year-old Stephanie Lincoln seemingly had the perfect life. She just had the wedding of her dreams, owned a successful business, and was traveling the country in an RV with her husband and 3 dogs. An innocent choice to go on a short hike in the Olympic National Forest became the catalyst for disaster. On that day, Stephanie officially became a missing person and the battle for her life ensued. Steph tells the tale of her harrowing effort to survive. Told with great suspense and style, Stephanie interweaves stories of the experiences she feels prepared her for this very moment in her life. With her salty personality and sense of humor, Born to be Brave vividly captures the terrors and triumphs of one woman forging ahead against all odds on a journey that took her to the brink of despair, and ultimately healed her. Steph's journey, and the included perspectives from her friends and family, are an inspiring tale of persistence, resilience, and the power of belief. This book will make you consider the series of circumstances that can equip you to not only survive but thrive in a terrible life event. After reading this book, you will feel like you were too, Born to be Brave.

Escape from Java, first published in 1943, recounts the Japanese invasion and occupation of Java (a Dutch colony at the time and now part of Indonesia) during World War Two. The authors describe their experiences under Japanese rule, then decide to escape the island in a small fishing boat. They take to the sea and travel across west across the vast Indian Ocean until they eventually reach a British outpost on the island of Rodrigues in the Indian Ocean. Escape from Java provides a in-depth look at life under Japanese rule and the factors that drove the men to risk everything to escape to freedom. Included are seven pages of illustrations.

Experience the journey of a Small Island Developing State, from the dark days of the COVID-19 pandemic to the light at the end of the tunnel.

Embark on a transformative journey with our groundbreaking book series that celebrates the beauty in imperfection. This book is not just a collection of stories; it's a movement, an ode to the strength found in vulnerability.In a world obsessed with flawless facades, our series peels back the layers to reveal the raw and unfiltered narratives of individuals who have embraced their imperfections. From tales of resilience and self-discovery to stories of overcoming adversity, each book is a testament to the power of authenticity.Join us as we shatter societal expectations and redefine perfection. Through the pages of Imperfectly Perfect, you'll encounter real stories from real people - stories that resonate, inspire and remind us that it's our unique quirks and flaws that make us truly extraordinary.Whether you're seeking inspiration, comfort or simply a refreshing dose of reality, our book series invites you to embrace the beautifully imperfect mosaic of life.Because, in the end, it's our imperfections that make us perfectly human. ¿¿¿FEATURING AUTHORSAngelica Bridges, Catareeya Kijlka, Claire Smith, David Thacker, Erik Thureson, Glenn Marsden, Jaclyn Albergoni, Jeremy Jackson, Karen Ledbury, Karen Weaver, Kate Neilson, Kim Somers Egelsee, Kristi Maggio, Leigh-Anne Hromcik, Michelle-Lange Harwood, Psalm Wooching, Rachael Newsham, Rhiannon Parker, Roxana Popet, Somalia Brown

Northwestern Mexico is comprised of the Baja California Peninsula, the Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez), and the states of Sonora, Sinaloa, Chihuahua, and Nayarit. The Sierra Madre Occidental, a major mountain range system of the North American Cordillera, runs northwest-southeast through northwestern and western Mexico, and along the Gulf of California. Summits mostly exceed elevations of six thousand feet (1,048 meters), and some peaks rise above ten thousand feet (three thousand meters). Our story takes place at the five-thousand-foot level (1,524 meters), nestled among the vast pine and oak forest, crisscrossed as it is by creeks, brooks, streams, and ponds, with natural springs coming out of the ground everywhere not to speak of the waterfalls.With water everywhere, it was not uneasy to take a sip of the cold, pure liquid whenever one wanted. The only places where water was not present were on the ridges, except after a major storm, where the excess water would run for a few days. These ridges were characterized by clumps of boulders and many rocks of all sizes. Seasonally, the Tarahumara Indians keep their goats there. They build temporary corrals and palm roofs (small palm trees are found on the lower levels, specifically at the foot of the mountains) for the goats and take them out every day to graze. The author does not know the rhyme or reason as to why they are seasonally kept there, but it has to be for a good reason.The Tarahumaras are the most honest, hardworking inhabitants of the mountains. They are always busy either with their crops, chickens, turkeys, goats, horses, mules, donkeys--you name it. They still use the bow and arrow but also have firearms. Mexicans are everywhere and greatly outnumber the Tarahumaras (the original people of those mountains). The Mexicans possess a diametrically opposed mindset and consider the Tarahumaras to be uncivilized. Their perspective on reality is subjective, to say the least.Most Tarahumaras don't attend school either because the government elementary schools are too far away or because they are needed at home to help out with the many daily tasks. The Tarahumaras eat and dress quite well (their clothes are suited for rural use). The only criticism that could be leveled at them would be that during their free time, they are making moonshine or drinking it.They also make corn beer. The Mexicans also moonshine and make corn beer (they were taught by the Tarahumaras). Unlike the Tarahumaras though, the Mexicans get into scraps with each other when they are intoxicated and even gunfights.Mexican cattle (both dairy cows as well as steers) are quite abundant and are all branded. The steers wander around where they like and are generally quite bigger than the dairy cows. The dairy cows are kept in corrals and grass, and hay is taken to them. They are always eating/chewing the cud.Cattle rustling among the Mexicans is not uncommon. They are rustled to be eaten, and it is as simple as that. Jaguars and pumas are quite common but tend to stay away from people. They occasionally will bring down a steer then are usually hunted down. It is always older cats who can't reach deer or wild boar any longer so they opt for comparatively slow-moving bovines. Notwithstanding, all two-legged creatures are much more dangerous than any four-legged creature. This story takes place within the environment just described.

In this memoir, the author shares a transparent and candid journey of childhood woes, adolescent adversity, and the life-changing trials of womanhood while being under the Christian label. Walk through time as she discovers that her difficult story evolved into her greatest testimony of faith. Join her as she challenges you to embark into a deeper and more devout relationship with God.

Shortly after Basic training United States Army Private Lenin Patino was shot in the head point blank by a fellow soldier. Lenin's nightmare begins as he finds himself lying in a hospital's critical care unit in a body, he cannot move listening to everyone say he is going to die. Overcoming all odds, Lenin survives in this book he walks the reader through the events that led to the shooting and describes his daily activities, friendships, and struggles faced by him and other patients as he journeys through the Veteran's healthcare system. During his hospitalization Lenin witnessed many tragedies, and struggles faced by himself and other patients he saw some deplorable conditions inside Nursing homes, and hospitals as families abandoned their ill.

Captured, first published in 1942, is Bessy Myers' account of her experience as a British Red Cross ambulance driver in France during the early days of World War II. During the retreat of the French army, Myers was captured imprisoned by the Nazis as a spy, and was sent to a military hospital (working under German orders). A French doctor turned her diary over to the Nazis, who then imprisoned her in the Cherche-Midi, the notorious military prison in Paris. Myers was later released into occupied France, and eventually was able to return to England.

Arrest and Exile, first published in 1941, is the story of Olga Kochanska, an American citizen who was arrested in Poland by the secret police, transported to Siberia in a freight car, and imprisoned in a labor camp, part of the infamous Soviet gulag system. Kochanska's experiences are detailed, from her interrogations by the N. K. V. D., her treatment at the hands of the Russian guards, to her work details, her fellow inmates of many nationalities and religions, the numbing cold, and her eventual release to freedom in the west. Well-written by noted author Lilian Mowrer, Arrest and Exile is an important-and sometimes heartbreaking-part of the body of literature coming from those who survived the gulag.

A Hidden World, first published in 1963, recounts the nine years spent by Hungarian Raphael Rupert in the prison camps of Soviet Russia - the Gulag. At the time of his arrest in 1947, Rupert was working from the British Embassy in Budapest. His trial, based on a presumed confession of acting as a spy, ended in his sentence to Camp 10 for 25 years of 'forced labor.' A Hidden World describes the daily life and endless brutalities endured in the camps...the numbing winter cold, the mindless drudgery in the factories, the harsh treatment by guards and prison gangs, the lack of food and medical care. Finally, after nine years, Rupert was released and able to emigrate to Great Britain, eventually settling in Ireland.

They say hindsight is twenty-twenty. In my case, looking back over our journey, I have learned to appreciate life more. Our Journey is full of ups and downs, heartbreaks, life-threatening diagnoses, humor, and getting support from unexpected places. What was supposed to be a tragedy was actually a catalyst to purpose. Our Journey tells the story of our experiences while navigating the heart transplant process. It offers hope to those who have found themselves in situations that seem were meant to destroy them.Our Journey offers hope and encouragement and challenges the reader to look at their situation from a different perspective and to understand that a new perspective can change a life.

Vestine Ncungu was eleven years old when genocide perpetrated against the Tutsi people of Rwanda in 1994. The genocide wiped out her entire family: her parents, grandparents, and all her six siblings. Her source of hope throughout the massacre was believing God would make a way for her to survive and keep her family's legacy alive.She believes that people were strategically placed in the path of her journey. With their support and encouragement, Vestine was able to make her way to the United States and experience new beginnings. As part of her life's work, she assists new immigrants in her community transition into their new life. Vestine shares her story, both to inspire others to overcome hardships and to warn people of the destruction that comes from hatred when it is allowed to spread.

The testimony of the world's last survivor of Treblinkla: her escape during the uprising, her courage, hope and continued defiance. The remarkable story of a girl born to a Jewish mother at a time when identity and race were a death sentence.

For få år siden blev Rubjerg Knude Fyr flyttet 70 meter ind i landet, hvilket er lidt af en bedrift – men historien har et noget ældre og mere spektakulært fortilfælde! I slutningen af 1800-tallet købte en rig englænder en sølvmine i Idaho, hvor han slog sig ned og byggede et vidunderligt palæ. Uheldigvis gik han hen og døde, og da enken, fru Miller, blev snydt af en grådig bankmand (de fandtes også dengang), måtte hun finde en måde at tjene penge – så hun blev svineavler. Men, men, men … naboerne var ikke glade for lugten (sådan var det også dengang), så Fru Miller måtte enten opgive sine grise eller flytte hele baduljen – inklusive det smukke palæ – til et nyt sted … 6 kilomenter udenfor byen! Og det gjorde hun!!!De de flyttede Millers Minnie Moore Mine Palæ er en sand historie om minejægere, præriehunde, grise, heste, viljestyrke, udholdenhed og dedikation! Snurrigt og smukt illustreret af Júlia Sardà, der også er internationalt kendt for sin egen Dronningen i grotten.

What does love look like? What does love feel like? Is love the most attractive man in the room? Is love the man that buys you everything you want? Is love, marriage...is love a slap across the face even when he says he won't do it again? Is love accepting all the lies when you really know the truth? Is love when two hearts meet from across the room without ever saying a word? Is love looking the other way when I know there is another woman? Is love staying with someone through every sickness and tear? Is love walking away from family when family has walked away from you? Is It Really Love? is a phenomenal journey down the pathway of life of one young lady that only wants one thing--it is so hard to find it, but we all want it...we all need it--love.

Ever wondered what you'd do if the world went ballistic? Fear not! How To Survive A Freakin' Nuclear War is your witty, no-nonsense, and downright hilarious guide to navigating the chaos, bombs, and mutated creatures that might come your way. This book reveals how you should prepare for a nuclear disaster and the steps you must take in the hours, days, and weeks after to ensure survival for yourself and your loved ones. A nuclear explosion would be one of the most cataclysmic kinds of disasters that you can prepare for. Your chances of surviving a nuclear explosion may seem remote...but survival is possible. That's precisely why learning how to prepare for an explosion and the resulting fallout is so important. Among many other important tips, you will learn: How horrific a nuclear war would realistically be and why it may be worse than you had initially anticipated;The severe consequences of a nuclear war, what a post-nuclear war world would look like, and how we can expect life to change over the long term;Importance of building a secure nuclear-proof shelter and how you can start putting one together;The most important items to start stocking up on to prepare for a nuclear war;The different levels of nuclear radiation that you can become afflicted with following a nuclear fallout and how to stay properly sanitized of each one;Personal protection from looters and raiders preying on the innocent in a post-nuclear war world;How the world will have changed following the nuclear fallout and how you will have to adapt to life in this new world. After reading this book, you will learn how surviving a nuclear war is possible and the most critical steps you can take to protect yourself. So, if you're ready to laugh in the face of annihilation, pick up this book, grab a radiation-resistant umbrella, and get ready to survive - with style! Your nuclear survival adventure begins now!

This biography examines The Exclusive Brethren (aka Plymouth Brethren), a cult religion that originated in England and Ireland around 1828, eventually spreading to nineteen countries with the largest populations in Australia, New Zealand, North America, and the United Kingdom. Exclusive Brethren believe they are the chosen people who will go to heaven. All others are deemed unclean and live as contaminated Worldlies. The leader of the Brethren, The Man of God, is the supreme authority who maintains an incorrigible stranglehold over all areas of the members' lives including who to marry, where to live, and how to earn money. Challenging the Man of God results in having children taken from parents and total ex-communication from the cult. Despite daily conditioning from birth, uncompromising rules, and abuse, one woman has the temerity to escape-fully aware of the foredoomed misery she will experience on the Outside. This book follows her from birth to adulthood, portraying her escape and living on the Outside, near Portland, Oregon. She experiences clashing, paradoxical feelings of joy associated with her newly discovered freedom only to battle obsessive urges to return to the cult from which she bravely fled.

Would you panic if you were ripped away from your spouse at a foreign airport? What if you were thrown in a jail cell where nobody spoke your language, not even the guards? It happened to Dr. Jodi Green! Having been arrested for carrying, using, and threatening with a pistol, she recognized that control was completely out of her hands, and she could only respond to the events that were unfolding. This ability to respond was one of many principles that Jodi used to survive and train her mind for twenty-eight days in a Mexican prison. She could easily have soaked in despair and depression. Instead, she used her mental strength to set a vibration and manifested her release. In this tell-all book, Jodi reveals the harsh reality of living in a Mexican jail, the corruption she encountered, and how she honed her mindset and later developed The Purple Principles that she uses in her coaching business now. This is the wildest story you are going to read this year!

From the "boots on the ground," often dangerous efforts to stop the horrid spread of infectious diseases on the Yukon and Kuskokwim, to pioneering efforts. Rescuing a badly aborted Russian girl from the Bering Sea and then a Medivac to Moscow led to shocking personal contacts in Russia, which directly resonate to this day. Rogues and Rascals abound in Anchorage.

In an unpredictable world where disaster can strike at any moment, preparation is the key to survival. "The Prepper's Ultimate Guide: Building Sustainable Shelters for Long-Term Survival" is your essential roadmap to fortifying your future and ensuring the safety and well-being of your loved ones in the face of adversity.This comprehensive guidebook takes you on a journey into the heart of preparedness, offering a wealth of knowledge and practical insights on creating sustainable shelters that will stand the test of time. Drawing upon the expertise of seasoned preppers and survivalists, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking the ultimate level of self-reliance.Inside, you'll discover:Shelter Essentials: Learn the fundamental principles of shelter construction, from selecting the ideal location to assessing your unique survival needs. Explore the critical components of a sustainable shelter, including materials, design, and insulation.DIY Building Techniques: Master the art of crafting resilient and eco-friendly shelters with step-by-step instructions, accompanied by detailed illustrations and photographs. Whether you're building a fortified bunker or a self-sufficient cabin, you'll find the guidance you need.Off-Grid Living: Dive into the world of off-grid living, where you'll discover renewable energy sources, water collection and purification methods, and innovative solutions for waste disposal. Achieve total self-sufficiency with tips from experts who have walked the walk.Sustainability and Resilience: Explore eco-conscious building practices, such as permaculture and sustainable farming, to ensure your shelter remains a reliable haven for the long haul. Discover how to adapt and thrive in a changing world.Survival Mindset: Gain invaluable insights into the psychological aspects of survival. Learn how to cultivate a resilient mindset, adapt to unforeseen challenges, and remain calm under pressure."The Prepper's Ultimate Guide: Building Sustainable Shelters for Long-Term Survival" is not just a book; it's a blueprint for securing your future. Whether you're a seasoned prepper or a beginner taking your first steps into preparedness, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to build shelters that endure, fostering a sense of security and peace of mind in an uncertain world.Don't wait until disaster strikes. Arm yourself with the wisdom and expertise found within these pages, and take control of your destiny. Prepare for the worst and build a sustainable future for yourself and your loved ones.

Maisha Safari, my life journey Mukisa was an inquisitive Muslim boy who was gradually brainwashed from when he was 8 years old to help recruit other children from the Kampala ghettos to become child soldiers. Mukisa has a close relationship with his mother Ayana and his true faith and refuses to accept the situation. When it becomes unbearable, escaping to Europe is his only option. This means leaving everything behind, including his mother and sisters. In Europe, he falls into the hands of human traffickers and is forced to sell drugs and his body. Despite this misery, he remains committed to his faith and sees the obstacles on his way as tests. Will he manage to escape a second time and build a new life? In this true story, the reader briefly walks in the shoes of a refugee. What is it like to be uprooted and have no choice but to adapt to a strange world? We are all searching for happiness. Take the Mukisa inside and outside of you into your heart. 'As human beings, we all have a unique story that quickly evaporates or fades away as soon as we start speaking in general terms, for example, about refugees. This book is a powerful statement to show that things can also be different. The personal approach makes you as a reader aware of the courage, perseverance, desperation and potential that a word such as 'refugee' holds. It provides nuance and makes us see each other as human beings.'>With a joint foreword by Annette Nobuntu Mul, Chairperson of the Ubuntu Netherlands Foundation and Dr Sabrina Keinemans, Lecturer in Social Integration at Zuyd University. Seeking happiness is a universal human right

Chiropractor and Integrative Medicine practitioner, Sage Campione, finds herself as the patient in the ICU in Saint Simons, Georgia, with an extreme case of COVID-19 in March of 2021. "Eight Days Under" tells the harrowing journey of Dr. Campione being placed in a medical coma, including a near-death experience where she has an encounter with Jesus. She awakes to find people are dying all around her, and she is forced to become her own health advocate, despite resistance by medical staff. Sage's faith and determination help her survive, and she and her husband, Darrell, witness the power of a community rallying around them through a long and arduous healing process.