Bøger af Jonathan Hunt

Explore the Uncharted with The Most Incredible Exploration Stories Ever Told!Embark on an unforgettable journey through time and across the globe with this captivating collection of exploration stories that will ignite your sense of adventure and curiosity. In The Most Incredible Exploration Stories Ever Told, we invite you to dive headfirst into the thrilling tales of intrepid explorers who dared to venture into the unknown, unveiling the mysteries of our world.Among several others, you'll learn about the exploits and adventures of:Marco Polo, the Venetian explorer who became an emissary of Kublai Khan and helped forge a connection between East and West.Christopher Columbus, the immortally world-renowned man of mysterious origins who was famous for being the first European to cross the Atlantic and discover America...or was he?James Cook, the British maritime cartographer who circumnavigated Antarctica, mapped Australia and New Zealand, discovered the Bering Strait, and discovered numerous islands throughout the Pacific, including Hawaii, where he met a gruesome end.David Livingstone, the abolitionist who embarked on a four-year journey throughout Africa in an obsessive quest to discover the source of the Nile River. In the process, he discovered Victoria Falls, crossed the width of southern Africa, and helped bring an end to the Arab-Swahili slave trade.Ernest Shackleton, a legendary Antarctic explorer, led the ill-fated Endurance expedition in 1914. Despite their ship's crushing by ice, Shackleton's exceptional leadership and determination saved his crew from disaster. His remarkable resilience and commitment to their survival during a harrowing journey across the ice make him an icon of Antarctic exploration.Whether you're an armchair explorer or a seasoned globetrotter, The Most Incredible Exploration Stories Ever Told is your passport to the greatest journeys ever undertaken. Join us on a quest to satiate your wanderlust and ignite your passion for the unknown.

Have you ever wondered what you would do if you found yourself lost and stranded in the middle of the wilderness on your next hunting trip? The Most Incredible Hunting Stories Ever Told details the intense struggles and the incredible determination to survive of more than ten hunters across the world who found themselves in the kinds of harrowing situations that all hunters fear and dread will never happen to them. You'll read about: ¿ Jeremy Dickson, who was brutally attacked and mauled by a Grizzly Bear while elk hunting in the Rocky Mountains of Wyoming.¿ Dan, a duck hunter who was plunged into the frigid waters of a Minnesota lake when his boat tipped over and found himself trapped under the water.¿ Dwight Jones found out the hard way that the treestands hunters often use can be a major safety hazard if you aren't too careful. ¿ Scott B. was attacked and nearly shredded apart by a pack of wild dogs while taking down his tree stand in the backwoods of Georgia. ¿ Richard Wesley, a bowhunter who was forced to confront a charging Black Bear with his bow in the forests of Ontario. ¿ Rick Neuman was furiously attacked underwater by an aggressive Bull Shark while spearfishing in the murky waters off the coast of Florida. These stories are eye-opening and inspirational because of the critical survival lessons that we can learn from each of these hunters. While each of these stories differ from one another in regards to the unique and extraordinary circumstances that these hunters found themselves in, they are all united in one crucial aspect: the sheer perseverance of each hunter who managed to make it out alive.

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rugged landscapes, daring outlaws, fearless lawmen, and untamed frontier spirit that defined an era. Introducing The Greatest Stories of The Old West Ever Told - a captivating journey into the heart of the Wild West's most legendary tales!This book is a treasure trove of the Old West's most thrilling narratives, expertly curated to bring you the very best of this iconic period in American history.You'll meet legendary figures like:George Custer, the proud and overconfident Colonel and Civil War hero who led his army into a slaughter at the hands of the Lakota chief Sitting Bull.Wild Bill Hickok, one of the most famous gunfighters of the Old West known for surviving gunfight after gunfight before he let his guard down and tragically lost his life in the nefarious town of Deadwood. Billy the Kid, the cocky young outlaw and gunfighter forced into a deadly confrontation with his best friend...and who might have gotten away.Wyatt Earp, the stalwart and seemingly invincible lawman who was repeatedly outgunned and outnumbered by his opponents in countless famous gunfights and yet miraculously emerged from each one completely unscathed. Jesse James, the former Confederate marauder and outlaw who had a knack for getting away with countless robberies all over the country, only to fall to a bullet from a member of his own gang. Geronimo, the fierce Apache medicine man who took up arms to seek revenge on the soldiers who brutally murdered his mother, wife, and children.The Greatest Stories Of The Old West Ever Told is a must-read for history buffs, adventure seekers, and anyone who longs to relive the excitement and intrigue of the Wild West. Whether you're a seasoned cowboy or a city slicker with a fascination for the frontier, this book will transport you to a time when the West was truly wild.Don't miss your chance to saddle up and ride alongside some of history's most unforgettable characters. Grab your copy today and embark on an unforgettable journey through the pages of the Old West's greatest stories!

Are you a cop or an aspiring police officer in the making? Do you love inspirational true stories about the true heroes of our society? Then this book is for you. While the daily work of an ordinary police officer is often slow and monotonous, every police officer serving must be prepared at a moment's notice to demonstrate bravery and determination when an unexpected situation suddenly arises. The Most Incredible Law Enforcement Stories Ever Told details stories of police officers who demonstrate the highest ideals of what a law enforcement officer should be. The police officers in these stories exhibit the right balance between courage and decisiveness to ensure that members of the general public were kept safe. You'll read about the inspiring acts of heroes such as: ¿ David Muniz, a cop from Cleveland who demonstrated incredible restraint to talk down a violent and armed alcoholic...even after being shot in the chest by him. ¿ Mario Gutierrez, a Miami officer who sustained multiple stab wounds to stop a mass killer from setting fire to a gas station. ¿ Terrance Yeakey, who saved the lives of multiple children from the rubble of the aftermath of the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995. ¿ Liang Xiao, who stopped a suicidal man from falling to his death by using his own body as a cushion. ¿ Clare Chalmers, a Scottish Constable who stopped a male knife-wielding assailant from murdering an innocent woman. While the extraordinary circumstances that each of the police officers faced in this book differ drastically from one another, they are all united in that each officer acted with the utmost courage to ensure the protection and survival of those who were caught in danger. Are you ready to be inspired and learn more about these brave men and women? Get The Most Incredible Law Enforcement Stories Ever Told right now!

Beaverkill Road: An Odd Assortment of Tales From a Haunted ValleyBy: Jonathan HuntWith many loosely connected stories of the Beaverkill Valley, these semi-historical tales weave together a non-linear picture of events that may or may not have happened in this special place. The stories also focus on how a long-established local community has been devastated by the gentrification of rural areas.About the AuthorJonathan Hunt grew up in the Beaverkill Valley of New York's Catskill Mountains, then moved to Los Angeles, running an international consulting firm for many years while traveling extensively throughout the world. After returning to the Valley to retire, he enjoys flying, hiking, fly-fishing, biking, bushcraft and adventure travel.