Download or read book Sailing with Noah written by Jeffrey P. Bonner and published by University of Missouri Press. This book was released on 2013-06-03 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by the president of the nation’s number-one zoo, Sailing with Noah is an intensely personal, behind-the-scenes look at modern zoos. Jeffrey P. Bonner, who was trained as an anthropologist and came to the zoo world quite by accident, shares some of the most compelling stories ever told about contemporary zoos. The stories jump between zoos in different cities and between countries on different continents. Some are fun and funny. Others are sad, even tragic. Pete Hoskins, the director of the Philadelphia Zoo, is in bed, sound asleep, when his phone rings. . . . “There’s been a fire in the World of Primates,” he is told. “You’ve got to get over here.” Whatever he has been dreaming, it is nothing like the nightmare he will find now that he is awake. . . . “They’re all gone. They’re all gone.” All of the animals in the building—the gorillas, the lemurs, the orangutans, and the gibbons—all twenty-three of them are dead. Written in a lively, accessible style, Sailing with Noah explores the role of zoos in today’s society and their future as institutions of education, conservation, and research. Along the way, Bonner relates a variety of true stories about animals and those who care for them (or abuse them), offering his perspective on heavily publicized incidents and describing less-well-known events with compassion and humor in turn. By bringing the stories of the animals’ lives before us, Bonner gives them a voice. He strongly believes that zoos must act for living things, and he argues that conservation is a shared responsibility of all mankind. This book helps us to understand why biodiversity is important and what it means to be a steward of life on earth. From the day-to-day aspects of caring for some of the world’s most exotic creatures to the role of zoos as field conservation organizations, saving wild things in wild places, this book takes the reader on an incredible journey—a journey that begins within the zoo and continues around the globe. Everyone—from zoo visitors to animal lovers to professional conservationists, the young and old alike—will be fascinated by this extraordinary book.
Download or read book Mm written by Noah Harris and published by . This book was released on 2016-04-05 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dylan's mission: assist his Navy SEAL team as they infiltrate enemy territory and gather Intel on the new shifter pack called the Shadow Pack through distant observation. Blake's mission: infiltrate and live within the Shadow Pack and gather any useful information and data from the inside as one of them. One is a SEAL, and the other is a spy. Their missions were never supposed to cross, yet one fateful accident during a full moon intertwines their fates. Dylan finds himself in the middle of the Shadow Pack and under the charade that he's Blake's mate. They must learn to live and work together, or risk exposing both of their covers, and Dylan's team. Blake is charming, flirty, cocky, and irritating; yet Dylan finds himself strangely drawn to the man. Blake's strength of will and patience are put to the test, but Blake is patient, and he's not willing to give up so easily.DISCLAIMER: FOR MATURE AUDIENCE ONLY 18+
Download or read book American Small Sailing Craft Their Design Development and Construction written by Howard Irving Chapelle and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 1951 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of Yacht Designing and Planning and Boatbuilding: the definitive history and survey of the great classic American small sailing craft.
Download or read book Noah written by Viggo P. Hansen and published by Author House. This book was released on 2010-01-19 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every sailor and wanna-be sailor, whether they know it or not, is in direct contact with a personal god or gods - however many there may be. What we sailors fail to appreciate is that the gods are constantly trying to get in touch with us, but we ignore their messages since we are either too busy sailing or drinking beer. Keep this thought firmly in mind next time you untie your dock lines
Download or read book Prince Noah and the School Pirates written by Silke Schnee and published by Prince Noah Book. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prince Noah, who has Down syndrome, lives in a kingdom where children go to school on great sailing ships segregated by gender and mental and physical abilities, but when the students are kidnapped by pirates, they must work together to escape.
Download or read book Before the Wind written by Jim Lynch and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Following The Highest Tide, Border Songs, and Truth Like the Sun, Jim Lynch now gives us a grand and idiosyncratic family saga that will stand alongside Ken Kesey’s Sometimes a Great Notion. Joshua Johannssen has spent all of his life surrounded by sailboats. His grandfather designed them, his father built and raced them, his Einstein-obsessed mother knows why and how they work (or not). For Josh and his two siblings, their backyard was the Puget Sound and sailing their DNA. But both his sister and brother fled many years ago: Ruby to Africa and elsewhere to do good works on land, and Bernard to god-knows-where at sea, a fugitive and pirate. Suddenly thirty-one, Josh—who repairs boats of all kinds in a Steinbeckian marina south of Seattle—is pained and confused by whatever the hell went wrong with his volatile family. His parents are barely speaking, his mystified grandfather is drinking harder, and he himself—despite an endless and comic flurry of online dates—hasn’t even come close to finding a girlfriend. But when the Johannssens unexpectedly reunite for the most important race in these waters—all of them together on a classic vessel they made decades ago—they will be carried to destinies both individual and collective, and to a heart-shattering revelation. Past and present merge seamlessly and collide surprisingly as Jim Lynch reveals a family unlike any other, with the grace and humor and magic of a master storyteller.
Download or read book The Cruise of the Noah s Ark written by David Cory and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-07-19 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Cruise of the Noah's Ark" by David Cory is an enchanting children's book that takes young readers on a whimsical and imaginative adventure. The story begins with two siblings, Jack and Janet, who find a small, old wooden Noah's Ark toy while cleaning their attic. To their surprise, as they hold the ark and make a wish, it magically transforms into a real-life, seafaring vessel, complete with miniature animals and supplies. Delighted by their newfound discovery, the children embark on a delightful journey aboard the ark. As the Noah's Ark sets sail, Jack and Janet encounter a captivating array of animal characters, each with its own distinct personality and charm. Together, they sail through enchanted waters, encounter breathtaking landscapes, and navigate exciting challenges. Along the way, the children learn valuable life lessons about teamwork, compassion, and the wonders of the natural world. David Cory's vivid and imaginative storytelling transports young readers into a world of magic and wonder. The adventures of Jack and Janet capture the essence of childhood curiosity and creativity, allowing readers to dream and explore beyond the confines of reality. "The Cruise of the Noah's Ark" is a delightful tale that celebrates the power of imagination and the joy of discovery. It encourages young minds to embrace their creativity and curiosity, reminding them of the limitless possibilities that lie within their imaginations."
Download or read book Bernida written by Al Declercq and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In 1925 a sailboat named Bernida wins the inaugural Port Huron to Mackinac Race. She wins again in 1927. But then for decades the boat is neglected and passed from owner to owner. In 2012 with new owners, the ship once more enters the race and wins"--
Download or read book NOAH written by Viggo Hansen and published by . This book was released on 2023-11-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Author, Like Noah, was born in an arid dusty community legally and fasciously called Plentywood Montana. You could see sand dunes forever except they were call wheat fields and there were no camels. As a kid he migrated with his Danish family to Askov, Minnesota - home of the world famous rutabaga that was the life sustaining nourishment of Noah's carnivores during their cruise. In Askov the author learned how to apply birth control measures to rutabagas using a triangular hoe. Sailing experiences began for the author in a camp on Lake Hubert - where he became hooked on sailing. Later the Air Force taught him about nuclear weapons and he quickly discovered the true importance of mathematics. He obtained four degrees from the University of Minnesota, then went about teaching math and other things at several universities; SUNY, Oneonta, Cal State Northridge and Alliant Univ. It was during these student enlightenment years, as he fondly calls them, that he started receiving compelling revelations about first time boater Noah and how to prevent future drowning we must all become nice people and good sailors who enjoy bliss and joy on the water. Viggo and family have and are avid boaters. Their current boat "At Home" is a 32.6 Hunter located in San Diego. His online "Skipper Course" for beginning sailors is available through NauticEd. He is a professor, author of math textbooks and "Bounty Layer People", a book on immigration and education.
Download or read book India Directory Or Directions for Sailing to and from the East Indies China New Holland Cape of Good Hope Brazil and the Interjacent Ports written by James Horsburgh and published by . This book was released on 1817 with total page 1144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The India Directory for the Guidance of Commanders of Steamers and Sailing Vessels written by James Horsburgh (F.R.S.) and published by . This book was released on 1874 with total page 792 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Noah written by Fergus Mason and published by BookCaps Study Guides. This book was released on 2013-10-29 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For thousands of years, the story of Noah has been one of the greatest epics ever wrote. This compelling book looks into the Biblical story from an historical standpoint. It looks at what the ark would have looked like, what society looked like, and the several archaeological quests to discover the ark. The book looks at the story from an unbiased viewpoint; it presents both sides (those who believe the story was true, and those who do not), and let’s the reader decide what they believe.
Download or read book Noah s Ark written by Tim Lovett and published by Master Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Could a ship be constructed that would be able to survive the global flood described in biblical book of Genesis? Could it be built without the modern techniques of today being available to Noah?This groundbreaking book answers both of these questions with a resounding "yes"!Join naval expert and mechanical engineer Tim Lovett in "thinking outside the box" as you consider groundbreaking research in this innovative new study on Noah's ark. Lovett builds on traditional research into this historic event using the latest techniques in computer modeling and testing.
Download or read book The Adventures of Noah Melville written by John Verissimo and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2011-11-21 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the imagination of Captain John Verissimo comes a stunning nautical fantasy adventure that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat. Verissimo utilizes his twenty-six years on the ocean to take you on a journey you will not soon forget. The Adventures of Noah Melville: The Wizard of Time is the first of a series which begins in a small town full of folklore, legends, and unsolved mysteries. There, you will meet and come to know three inspiring young teensNoah, Carly, and Simonwho together set out to find the legendary ghost ship, Dark Spirit, and its evil wizard, which holds the key to Carlys past. Before long, with the help of their mentor, Cappy, a renowned boat builder, the young teens find themselves flying through time, over a hundred years into the past, at the helm of an old schooner they had brought back to life. In the midst of battling pirates, they come face-to-face with the evil wizard. Carly, who possesses unimaginable magical powers, not only finds the key to her past, but also to her heart. With Noah and Simon standing by her side, the wizard reveals where her gift came from but makes the mistake of second-guessing just how powerful a gift this is. Within moments of attacking their ship, the wizard learns firsthand just how formidable Carly can be. In the midst of this all-out battle, yet another surprise comes walking out on deck that will change their lives forever.
Download or read book Mr and Mrs Noah written by Lois Lenski and published by StarWalk Kids Media. This book was released on 2014-04-30 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mr. and Mrs. Noah are told to build an ark. Together with their three sons—Shem, Ham, and Japheth—the family gathers two of each animal and saves them from the coming flood. Lois Lenski lends her unique voice and visual style to the classic Bible story, turning it into a fun family story that the youngest initiates of Noah’s Ark will enjoy.
Download or read book Sail Away written by Eileen Dreyer and published by Oliver-Heber books. This book was released on with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lilly The Plain One. Lilly The Brain. Lilly, who was far too pragmatic to court impossible dreams. But here he was, the very kind of man she’d built walls to protect herself from. Handsome, magnetic, powerful. It didn’t matter that the surprise passenger she’d pulled into her little sailboat didn’t know who he was. She did. Not that it would make any difference. Men like Ethan Campbell saved their smiles for pretty girls, lovely women with deep, melting eyes and the kind of figure that seemed poured over a perfect frame and set to movement with the wind. Lilly hadn’t been poured. She’d been built, a sturdy woman with healing hands and a connection to the earth. And the only reason Ethan hadn’t recognized that yet was because he’d injured his eyes. So Lilly did her best to protect herself from him even as they both defended themselves against the very real danger dogging them. Even though she knew the effort was futile. She was falling in love with a man she could never have….
Download or read book Merchant Sail written by William Armstrong Fairburn and published by . This book was released on 1955 with total page 888 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
