Download or read book Whispers of Honduras written by James Murren and published by . This book was released on 2015-11-06 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whispers of Honduras: A Peace Corps Experience is a Peace Corps Volunteer (PCV) account of living in Olancho, Honduras from September 1997-December 1999. Manto was a quiet, little mountain town surrounded by pine-forested hills then. As a PCV, I was treated well, laughed a lot, learned to slow down, and developed a deeper understanding of international relations, environmental protection, poverty, and friendship, among countless other words that could be listed here. The pages of the book depict small parts of me that serve as experiences not only of my life in Olancho, but also other areas of Honduras during my time as a PCV. The sections before "Return to Hondo" were written while as a PCV and the chapters after it were written during a return trip in December 2007/January 2008. With that, I give you words and photos that may illuminate my understanding of Honduras.
Download or read book Madness Is Better Than Defeat written by Ned Beauman and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2018-02-13 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1938, two rival expeditions descend on an ancient temple recently discovered in the jungles of Honduras, one intending to shoot a huge Hollywood production on location there, the other to disassemble the temple and ship it back to New York. A seemingly endless stalemate ensues. Twenty years later, a rogue CIA agent sets out to exploit the temple for his own ends, unaware that it is a locus of conspiracies far grander than anyone could ever have guessed. Shot through with intrigue, ingenuity, and adventure, and showcasing Beauman’s riotous humor, spectacular imagination, and riveting prose, Madness Is Better Than Defeat is a novel without parallel: inventive, anarchic, and delightfully insane.
Download or read book Honduras and the Bay Islands written by Maria Fiallos and published by Hunter Publishing, Inc. This book was released on 2006 with total page 586 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive, easy-to-use Adventure Guide opens the door to our unique country for the independent traveler. -- Honduran Institute of Tourism. This guidebook by Maria Fiallos is the best coverage of Honduras available. All the dive sites, all the restaurants, and all the hotels from budget to luxury. The author is a real expert, and the information is fresh and complete. -- Melanie, Amazon reviewer. A great new resource --Travel + Leisure. Bursting with relevant and exciting information... -- Booklist. These useful travel guides are highly recommended... -- Library Journal. Pristine coral reefs, tropical waters, rainforests, and rivers meandering through jungles wait to be explored. Parks cover 24% of the country's area, where jaguars and giant anteaters reside. Coastal wetlands are home to monkeys, manatees, alligators and waterfowl. The north or Caribbean coast has mile upon mile of white sand beaches and lush tropical vegetation. Just 30 miles offshore are the Bay Islands, famous for first-class diving on the second-largest barrier reef in the world. The ancient Maya ruins of Copan, a famed archaeological World Heritage Site, guard the secrets of the ancestors of the modern Mesoamerican men whose faces closely resemble those carved in stelae. The hieroglyphic stairway in Copan is the largest in the Maya world. Weekly open-air markets offer ripe mangos, oranges, bananas, avocados and tomatoes, adding charm and color to the country villages, where most people reside in whitewashed adobe houses with red tile roofs. This guide, by a lifelong resident, tells you everything about the history, the culture, the foods, how to get around, the recommended places to stay and eat, plus the activities and adventures, from cooking classes to monkey-spotting in the cloud forests. Honduras is just south of Belize and Guatemala, north of Costa Rica and Panama. Our guides on each of those countries have been strong sellers. WHY VISIT HONDURAS? Great diving on the second-largest barrier reef in the world. The Maya ruins of Copan, a UNESCO World Heritage site. 112 protected areas, parks and reserves. River rafting, kayaking, hiking, biking, horseback riding in the midst of exuberant tropical nature. The most protected cloud forests in the world, with 35 reserves. The Ro Platano Reserve of Man Biosphere, a UNESCO World Heritage site. La Moskitia, the largest rainforest region in Central America. Print edition is 500 pages.
Download or read book Blood and Whispers written by A.C. Haskins and published by Baen Books. This book was released on 2021-03-02 with total page 357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A NEW URBAN FANTASY THE MOST DANGEROUS WEAPON IS A PAST SCORNED Thomas Quinn is a sorcerer haunted by the memories of the things he's done over centuries of service to the Arcanum. From battling djinn to killing demigods and dragons, the scars and nightmares have left him a broken man. He has long retired from that life, running an occult shop in Philadelphia for the past several decades, wanting nothing more than to be left alone with his books and his whiskey and his shame. But when two detectives come to his door asking about a brutal ritual murder in his city, Quinn must reluctantly take up the mantle of a Sorcerer of the Arcanum once more, and face down those who would threaten the fragile peace between the human and magical worlds. His investigation takes him from the streets of Philadelphia to the court of a Faerie King as he races to stop the apocalypse. Thomas Quinn was prepared to fight rogue sorcerers and Fae monsters. But the greatest threat he faces may be his own inner demons. . . . At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).
Download or read book Honduras written by Pamela F. Howard-Reguindin and published by Oxford, England ; Santa Barbara, Calif. : Clio Press. This book was released on 1992 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Detective Blackie in Honduras written by Anne Shirley and published by Fulton Books, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-10-17 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blackie, the detective dog, and her fellow detective Honduran parrot, Cheech Le Beak, have work to do for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (the FWS). They and their human partners, Lou and Dirk, would like to stop wildlife trafficking from Honduras. Their friend, Ed, working for the FWS, has been kidnapped while he was working to save Honduran wildlife. Ed is gone, and no one knows if he is dead or alive. Ed's dog has been taken to a dogfight arena in Ocean City. He has to be rescued, or he might die. After a rescue and a lead to a dog show and a mean dog owner, Lou and Dirk and Blackie and Cheech take off to Honduras to follow the trail of Ed. It's difficult to work in the midst of enemies, but they might find allies while being pursued by killers in this beautiful country. Then Blackie, Cheech, and two Malinois show dogs take a long cross-country walk and find a friend.
Download or read book Whisper No Lies written by Cindy Gerard and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008-12-30 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In New York Times bestselling author Cindy Gerard's fiery new romantic suspense series, when danger threatens, the seductive heroes of Black Ops, Inc. turn up the heat. AN INDECENT PROPOSAL... When a high roller at the Vegas casino where Crystal Debrowski manages security makes a scandalous proposition, she flat-out refuses, especially given rumors of his shady overseas connections. But then counterfeit bills mysteriously flood the gaming tables, and her reputation -- and her life -- are on the line. REVEALS A SIMMERING DESIRE... Despite his big, flirty grin, Texas heartbreaker Johnny Duane Reed can't get sassy Crystal off his mind. When she is abducted by an international crime lord with a threatening obsession, Reed enlists his Black Ops, Inc. team to pursue a dangerous mission to rescue her. ...WITH DEADLY CONSEQUENCES. Between Crystal and Johnny burns a scorching flame, but as they battle her relentless abductor, they uncover a malicious arms trafficking and white slavery ring. Together, they must destroy the tyrant's wicked enterprises or face his reign of terror themselves....
Download or read book The Whispering Dead written by David Mark and published by Severn House Publishers Ltd. This book was released on 2022-12-06 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The past comes back to haunt MI6 secret agent Cordelia Hemlock in this spy thriller from Sunday Times bestselling author David Mark - "Top-level espionage fiction" (Booklist Starred Review) Cordelia Hemlock is teetering on the verge of joining MI6 when she meets the enigmatic Walt, a high-ranking member of the Secret Intelligence Service, who tells her: They won't want you to do well. They won't ever trust you. They don't trust me and I'm one of them. She takes this as a challenge rather than a warning. She wants to protect the nation. Serve Queen and country. Who would turn down such a glorious opportunity? Fourteen years later, Cordelia is desk-bound after finishing an undercover operation and going quietly mad with boredom. So when the call comes through on the top-secret Pandora line - so-called after the locked-box the telephone is kept in - she answers it. It's Walt. No longer officially MI6, he still inhabits the murky world of intelligence, where information always comes with a price. He tells her he has a secret to share with her - and only her. And once she knows it, nothing will ever be the same again . . . A follow-up to the critically acclaimed psychological thriller The Mausoleum, this is a twisty, page-turning tale of friendship and divided loyalties set against the dark, forbidding landscape of the rural Borderlands.
Download or read book U S Relations with Honduras 1985 written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs. Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Berta Saves the River Berta Salva El R o written by Suzanne Llewellyn and published by Share Foundation. This book was released on 2021-06 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This delightfully colorful book of expressive characters will engage children, parents, and teachers alike. It portrays real-life indigenous heroine, Berta Cáceres, in Honduras. Through the eyes of Ana, a young girl living in a beautiful, mountainous, and remote Lenca village, we see a drama of courage unfold. Against powerful odds, the villagers save their life-sustaining river from being dammed for the profit of others. Berta Saves the River is a much-needed bi-lingual addition to children's literature featuring a Central American heroine. Ana adores Berta Cáceres, a beloved human rights and environmental activist, who works hard for the Lenca people. This inspirational story of Berta gives hope to people across the globe who want to protect their lives from environmental disaster so they are not forced to migrate. It explains why even women with babies make the life-threatening journey north to the United States if their livelihoods are destroyed. This universal story of courage helps readers understand that they can participate in shaping their own futures. From Justice Tales Press, this is a story that inspires activism. All profits from this book are sent to grassroots organizations in Honduras who are fighting for justice. Learn more about the SHARE Foundation, a U.S. not for profit organization that has worked for 40 years in the region. www.SHARE-ElSalvador.org.
Download or read book ISLA written by and published by . This book was released on 1987-07 with total page 924 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clippings of Latin American political, social and economic news from various English language newspapers.
Download or read book Soldiers and Kings written by Jason De León and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2024-03-19 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A work of extraordinary reportage and compassion...[it] will shock you, move you, and leave you changed.” —Matthew Desmond, Pulitzer Prize-winning and New York Times bestselling author of Evicted and Poverty, by America “An enlightening, frightening, unforgettable read.” —Sandra Cisneros, bestselling author of The House on Mango Street An intense, intimate and first-of-its-kind look at the world of human smuggling in Latin America, by a MacArthur "genius" grant winner and anthropologist with unprecedented access Political instability, poverty, climate change, and the insatiable appetite for cheap labor all fuel clandestine movement across borders. As those borders harden, the demand for smugglers who aid migrants across them increases every year. Yet the real lives and work of smugglers—or coyotes, or guides, as they are often known by the migrants who hire their services—are only ever reported on from a distance, using tired tropes and stereotypes, often depicted as boogie men and violent warlords. In an effort to better understand this essential yet extralegal billion dollar global industry, internationally recognized anthropologist and expert Jason De León embedded with a group of smugglers moving migrants across Mexico over the course of seven years. The result of this unique and extraordinary access is SOLDIERS AND KINGS: the first ever in-depth, character-driven look at human smuggling. It is a heart-wrenching and intimate narrative that revolves around the life and death of one coyote who falls in love and tries to leave smuggling behind. In a powerful, original voice, De León expertly chronicles the lives of low-level foot soldiers breaking into the smuggling game, and morally conflicted gang leaders who oversee rag-tag crews of guides and informants along the migrant trail. SOLDIERS AND KINGS is not only a ground-breaking up-close glimpse of a difficult-to-access world, it is a masterpiece of narrative nonfiction.
Download or read book Island Escapades Honduran Isles Unwrapped written by Randy Wiley and published by RKJ Marketing . This book was released on 2023-11-30 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the enchanting world of "Island Escapades: Honduran Isles Unwrapped," a journey that invites you to uncover the treasures of this captivating archipelago. The islands beckon with tales of centuries past and the promise of adventures yet to unfold. This book is an open invitation to unravel the secrets and unveil the splendors of Utila, Roatán, Guanaja, Cayos Cochinos, and the Swan Islands. It's more than a travel guide; it's a portal into the heart and soul of these exotic destinations. As we delve into the chapters, we'll navigate crystal-clear waters, savor the fusion of flavors that define local cuisine, and dance through the rich tapestry of cultural traditions. Authored by Randy Wiley, a resident of Mukilteo, WA, this book is a testament to the enduring allure of the Islands of Honduras. So, join me on a literary expedition through turquoise waters, where every chapter unveils a layer of the islands' cultural tapestry, historical significance, and natural wonders. In these pages, we will navigate the rich biodiversity beneath the waves, exploring the underwater paradises that have earned the islands a reputation as a scuba diver's haven. From the indigenous influences that echo through time to the modern-day celebrations that color the islands' calendar, each facet contributes to a narrative as diverse and vibrant as the landscapes themselves. As we embark on this journey, the year marks not just a point in time but a snapshot of the islands' continuous evolution. We find ourselves at a crossroads of tradition and modernity, where ancient rituals intertwine with contemporary practices, and the spirit of exploration continues to shape the islands' destiny. So, let the "Island Escapades" be a turning of these pages to your passport to the Islands of Honduras, where the sun-drenched shores and the warm hospitality of its people await. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a curious reader, may this exploration kindle your imagination and deepen your appreciation for the unique wonders that define the islands. In the spirit of discovery, Randy Wiley
Download or read book On the Wings of a Whisper written by Lynnette Bonner and published by Serene Lake Publishing. This book was released on 2016-03-15 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stone Town, Zanzibar, Early 1866 RyAnne Hunter is determined to stop her father from leaving for the continent of Africa, where he plans to start a mission station. And she only has until morning. Tonight at the Harcourts' Annual Ball will be her last chance to change his mind. She must succeed! Papa's health, and her future, depend on her success. But, as if her task isn't difficult enough, now the insufferable Captain Dawson has agreed to guide Papa's expedition! After spending six months at sea, Captain Trent Dawson only wants to think about rest and relaxation. However, when he's recruited by a British naval officer to help put an end to a slave smuggling ring, the perfect opportunity presents itself in Dr. Hunter, who needs a guide to the Interior. Now if he can just help the doctor without spending too much time with the man's troublesome and flighty youngest daughter. A thrilling historical romance from the time of missionary explorer David Livingstone. This is episode 1 of 6 in this serialized Christian historical romance.
Download or read book War Babies a Novel written by Dennis J. Carroll and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2012-08-13 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colonel, Brian Collins, U.S. Army, Federal Marshal Tim Fallon and Dr.Michael Shea—all born in 1946 and representative members of the War Baby Generation—are introduced in the opening chapters of the novel, the year all three men turn fifty. The murder of an Army officer and her New York City Police Detective lover, bring Brian, his two childhood friends, and those important to, their past and present lives, together again, in a literary thriller played out in places like Fort Bragg, North Carolina, New York City, New Jersey and Honduras. Behind the media accounts of the war against crime by municipalities where police commanders publically account (Comstat) for the rise and fall of crime in their precincts, and the precision and gadgetry of military smart bombs, behind the strategies and tactics of the Department of Defense, there are people, up and down the chain of command, good and bad, members of paramilitary and military organizations, the rank and file with their own personal drives, ambitions, needs, dark and light sides. War Babies is a story about three of them, drawn together by a murder which connects all three and the people important to them. Metaphorically, War Babies is not without a necessary degree of infant mortality. Death, destruction, complication and intrigue are character driven and serve to intensify and realistically portray the story lives of the characters. War Babies’ is about evolved characters coming to terms with themselves, their partners and a world that the baby boomer generation largely created themselves. Having spent twenty-six years, in one part of my life—in places like Europe, Central America and the United States—both active and reserve in the Army, where I began as a Private and retired as a Major—and written, among other things, Of Cops and Priests and Fact and Fiction, I think War Babies mirrors the reality of police procedure, military protocol and every day characters.
Download or read book CounterSpy written by and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Fish That Ate the Whale written by Rich Cohen and published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. This book was released on 2012-06-05 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Named a Best Book of the Year by the San Francisco Chronicle and The Times-Picayune The fascinating untold tale of Samuel Zemurray, the self-made banana mogul who went from penniless roadside banana peddler to kingmaker and capitalist revolutionary When Samuel Zemurray arrived in America in 1891, he was tall, gangly, and penniless. When he died in the grandest house in New Orleans sixty-nine years later, he was among the richest, most powerful men in the world. Working his way up from a roadside fruit peddler to conquering the United Fruit Company, Zemurray became a symbol of the best and worst of the United States: proof that America is the land of opportunity, but also a classic example of the corporate pirate who treats foreign nations as the backdrop for his adventures. Zemurray lived one of the great untold stories of the last hundred years. Starting with nothing but a cart of freckled bananas, he built a sprawling empire of banana cowboys, mercenary soldiers, Honduran peasants, CIA agents, and American statesmen. From hustling on the docks of New Orleans to overthrowing Central American governments and precipitating the bloody thirty-six-year Guatemalan civil war, the Banana Man lived a monumental and sometimes dastardly life. Rich Cohen's brilliant historical profile The Fish That Ate the Whale unveils Zemurray as a hidden power broker, driven by an indomitable will to succeed.
