Download or read book Boat Watching written by Edmund W. Jupp and published by Intellect Books. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 101 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The aim of the Watching series is to draw attention to some of the very interesting items around us, things that perhaps we don't notice as much as we might. The first was Bridge Watching, and when this was put ''on the Net'' it produced, to the surprise of the author, such a pleasant flood of e-mail that another was written, called Water Watching. This, too, was kindly received. So it was tempting to continue with the theme. Boat Watching doesn't set out to teach you how to design a boat, build a boat, or even how to use a boat. I hope it will help you to look at boats, though, really look at them, and to enjoy doing so. When I say ''boats'', I mean ''boats and things'', for boats have things on and about them, and they are all interesting. If you are looking at boats, you can't help seeing all the other things, too. Boats are truly lovely things, from the humblest to the noblest. Given a bit of time, you can lounge against a wall, or a post, or stretch out in a chair, and just drink in the happiness of looking. Looking at things is one of the great free benefits of being alive. You don't have to be an expert, but a little knowledge does help to enjoy the details. This treatment doesn't set out to turn you into a mariner or boat designer. It isn't meant intended for that kind of person. It is chiefly for idlers, loafers, those who have time to like stand and stare, or who can make such time, taking life at a reasonable pace, and enjoying it, even if only between bouts of frenzied exertions.
Download or read book The Boys in the Boat Movie Tie In written by Daniel James Brown and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2023-12-05 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The inspiration for the Major Motion Picture Directed by George Clooney—exclusively in theaters December 25, 2023! The #1 New York Times bestselling true story about the American rowing triumph of the 1936 Olympics in Berlin—from the author of Facing the Mountain For readers of Unbroken, out of the depths of the Depression comes an irresistible story about beating the odds and finding hope in the most desperate of times—the improbable, intimate account of how nine working-class boys from the American West showed the world at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin what true grit really meant. It was an unlikely quest from the start. With a team composed of the sons of loggers, shipyard workers, and farmers, the University of Washington’s eight-oar crew team was never expected to defeat the elite teams of the East Coast and Great Britain, yet they did, going on to shock the world by defeating the German team rowing for Adolf Hitler. The emotional heart of the tale lies with Joe Rantz, a teenager without family or prospects, who rows not only to regain his shattered self-regard but also to find a real place for himself in the world. Drawing on the boys’ own journals and vivid memories of a once-in-a-lifetime shared dream, Brown has created an unforgettable portrait of an era, a celebration of a remarkable achievement, and a chronicle of one extraordinary young man’s personal quest.
Download or read book Fox Chick The Quiet Boat Ride written by Sergio Ruzzier and published by Chronicle Books LLC. This book was released on 2019-03-05 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the second book of this lauded series, Fox and Chick are off on three new adventures involving a boat ride, a mysterious box, and an early morning trip to see the sunrise. Despite the antics ensuing from their opposite personalities, the contradictory duo always manages to find a happy center. This early chapter book in comic-book form is perfect for emerging readers, while the sweet and funny characters and captivating art hold appeal for picturebook audiences as well.
Download or read book Row the Boat written by Jon Gordon and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-05-04 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to live and lead with enthusiasm and optimism, impact your team, and transform your culture In Row the Boat, Minnesota Golden Gophers Head Coach P.J. Fleck and bestselling author Jon Gordon deliver an inspiring message about what you can achieve when you approach life with a never-give-up philosophy. The book shows you how to choose enthusiasm and optimism as your guiding lights instead of being defined by circumstances and events outside of your control. Discover how to put the three key components of row the boat into practice in your life: The Oar: The energy. Only you can dictate whether your oar is in the water or whether you take it out and decide not to use it. The Boat: The sacrifice. The more you give, serve, and make your life about helping others, the better and more fulfilled your life will be, and the bigger your boat gets. The Compass: The direction. The vision you have for your life and the people you surround yourself with help create the dream of where you want to go. Perfect for athletes, coaches, business leaders, and anyone else who hopes to squeeze a little more enjoyment and productivity out of life, Row the Boat will propel leaders, teams, and organizations to greater heights than they have ever reached before.
Download or read book Australia the Hard Way written by David Pyle and published by Hodder & Stoughton. This book was released on 1972-01-01 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Shantyboat written by Harlan Hubbard and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 1977-01-01 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shantyboat is the story of a leisurely journey down the Ohio and Mississippi rivers to New Orleans. For most people such a journey is the stuff that dreams are made of, but for Harlan and Anna Hubbard, it became a cherished reality. In their small river craft, the Hubbards became one with the flowing river and its changing weathers. This book mirrors a life that is simple and independent, strenuous at times, but joyous, with leisure for painting and music, for observation and contemplation.
Download or read book Will It Make The Boat Go Faster written by Harriet Beveridge and published by Troubador Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2020-03-28 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With its winning mix of gripping narrative and easy-to-implement performance-raising tips, this book has become a best-selling classic. It’s garnered 5-star reviews and wide-ranging endorsements – from Sebastian Coe and Dame Kelly Holmes to Lord Digby Jones
Download or read book The boat they laughed at written by max liberson and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-01-11 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Buying a 42' ferro-cement boat for £1500 and what started as a retort to a wind-up led to the adventure of a lifetime. RYA Yachtmaster Max Liberson had been drawn to the sea all his life, but it was the chance acquisition of a yacht that apparently only he could see the potential of that allowed him to fulfil a dream. What followed was a true story of ingenuity, persistence and more anecdotal tales of woe than most sailors would want to admit to as their own. For anyone aiming to make a similar voyage, the story goes into detail of his plans beforehand and the many pitfalls and triumphs he encountered on his 9-month round trip from Battlesbridge in Essex over to the Carribean.
Download or read book The River Motor Boat Boys on the Mississippi Or On the Trail to the Gulf written by Harry Gordon and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-09-18 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The River Motor Boat Boys on the Mississippi; Or, On the Trail to the Gulf" by Harry Gordon. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Download or read book The Boat That Brings You Home written by Bonnie Kogos and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2019-04-30 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This nonstop Caribbean sailing adventure begins with an idyllic atmosphere of delight and discovery. Three magnificent sailboats, in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands, are docked at the pier. Aboard Yacht Quadriga are Captain Dutch and Amy; on Yacht Bravo, Captain Beth and Brad, and aboard Zephyr, Captain Zeb and Zoe, sun-glazed, experienced couples. Each couple has dreamed, and planned for exquisite sailing adventures. As they languorously sail, however, rainbows disappear and sunsets darken, harbingers of approaching daring challenges. Dangerously casual and cunning underlings of Caribbean drug lords seduce them through harmless and tranquil adventures. As shocking incidents build to brutal fury, each couple must use their ingenuity and strength to defend themselves against the syndicate to search for their own smart path to safety. But will the perpetrators, the murderers, ever be caught and brought to justice from the ominous seas of the Caribbean and the Islands? Overflowing with sharply observed life at sea, one ethical question leads us through this Caribbean journey. Does justice prevail? Climb aboard, settle in, and get your lifeline ready to enjoy this powerful tale of blue water sailing that provides keen observation that only a seasoned sailor can provide.
Download or read book Boat Girl written by Melanie Neale and published by Beating Windward Press. This book was released on 2012-10 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, the author's family lived aboard a 47-foot sailboat, spending their summers along the U.S. East Coast and their winters in the Bahamas. As an adult, she lived aboard her own 28-foot sailboat and had several relationships trying to find someone who wasn't intimidated by her stubborn independence and free-spirited lifestyle.
Download or read book Boat Kid written by Melanie Neale and published by Beating Windward Press. This book was released on 2013 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, the author's family lived aboard a 47-foot sailboat, spending their summers along the U.S. East Coast and their winters in the Bahamas. "Boat Kid" strikes a perfect balance between coming-of-age story and sea tale enjoyable for boaters and land-lovers alike.
Download or read book The River Motor Boat Boys on the Mississippi written by Harry Gordon and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-09-20 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The River Motor Boat Boys on the Mississippi" by Harry Gordon is an exciting adventure novel that follows the escapades of a group of boys who are passionate about motor boating on the Mississippi River. The story revolves around the River Motor Boat Boys, who are skilled and daring in their use of motorboats. Led by Frank, the group includes Fred, Jack, and Andy, and they embark on various thrilling adventures on the Mississippi River. Their journeys involve exploring the river's many twists and turns, navigating challenging waters, and encountering a host of interesting characters along the way. One of the central themes of the book is the boys' love for motor boating and their dedication to mastering this exciting skill. They take great pride in their boats and continually work to improve their abilities, making them adept at handling their vessels even in perilous situations. As the story unfolds, the River Motor Boat Boys find themselves facing various challenges, including natural obstacles and confrontations with other boat enthusiasts. Their resourcefulness, teamwork, and determination are put to the test as they tackle these obstacles head-on. Throughout the novel, readers are treated to vivid descriptions of the scenic beauty of the Mississippi River and the surrounding landscapes. The author captures the spirit of adventure and the thrill of exploring the open water, making it an engaging read for those who love tales of outdoor exploration. "The River Motor Boat Boys on the Mississippi" is not only a story of exciting adventures but also a celebration of friendship, camaraderie, and the pursuit of one's passions. It is a delightful read for young readers who enjoy stories of adventure, boating, and the great outdoors.
Download or read book The Boat House Pretty Beach written by Polly Babbington and published by Polly Babbington. This book was released on with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From author Polly Babbington comes the unique, delightfully romantic and heartwarming tale of a new life in Pretty Beach and the renovation of an old rundown family boathouse. Get ready for sun, sand, secrets and to completely lose yourself in a cosy, old house and sweet love story on the English coast. Meet the lovely Sallie Broadchurch and follow along as she brings back to life and renovates an unloved old boathouse. Sallie, pretty, forty and down on her luck arrives in Pretty Beach very much looking for a new life by the sea. In the old boathouse she's inherited she's not unhappy to find the neighbour Ben Chalmers - he might just be the dashing owner of Ben Chalmers Seaplanes, and before she knows it she's starting to fall... Grab a cup of tea and come on into the boathouse for long, sunny days full of fun, laughter, best friends and a love story to swoon over. A heartwarming and uplifting story about new starts, second chances and lots of love by the sea! You're going to fall in deep for Pretty Beach - a sweeping, sparkly blue beach town surrounded by water, crisscrossed with sweet old laneways, filled with wonderful characters and overlooked by a quaint old blue and white lighthouse. Fall in love with Pretty Beach with the perfect romantic story to escape into for 2023. 'Polly Babbington, the new voice in romance, creates oh-so-magical books.'♥ ‘A lovely romantic comedy, I couldn’t put it down. Top romantic comedy read.’ 'Cosy read, full of romance, friendship, love & a seaside town. This has to be one of my favourites this Summer.’ ‘A beautiful romantic summer read - I wanted to up sticks & escape to a cosy boathouse by the sea.’ ‘Never wanted this to end. Snuggle up with this cosy contemporary romance book with an escape to the beach romantic comedy.’ ‘What I want from a romantic read - heart-warming, cosy & delightful characters.’ ‘Feel-good read with a wonderful blend of romance, friendship & relationships.’
Download or read book In the Middle Watch written by William Clark Russell and published by . This book was released on 1905 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Behram s Boat written by Adi Pocha and published by Leadstart Publishing Pvt Ltd. This book was released on with total page 475 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Behram’s Boat” is a funny, whimsical story of one eccentric, cranky old Parsi's struggle to build a boat that will save his people. And bring meaning to his life. Not a modern ship, but a traditional boat of wood and sail, that will retrace the historic voyage of the Parsis when they first came to India. But this time, the other way around: from Sanjan in India all the way to Iran. Behram's grand plan involves filling his boat not with refugees, but with young Parsi couples, who he hopes will fall in love during the voyage, and... well, contribute to the growth of their tribe. In a scheme that is both mad and hopeless, yet strangely heroic and moving, Behram Rustomjee battles all odds: from the challenges of hard labour under a relentless sun, on a black swamp of a beach to threats to his very life from people who say he is building a filthy "Sex Boat". For a man who has achieved not very much, Behram Rustomjee, for once, is determined to make his life mean something. But. Will the world allow him to build and sail his dream? “An enchanting pen-portrait – at once hilariously funny and painfully poignant – of not just an engagingly eccentric individual – a tragi-comic latter-day Noah – but of an entire community, and a way of life which is fast disappearing.” - Jug Suraiya
Download or read book The Spider Web The Romance Of A Flying Boat War Flight Illustrated Edition written by Anon, “P.I.X” and published by Pickle Partners Publishing. This book was released on 2013-01-15 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “War at sea-war in the air—This is an account of the early days, during the Great War, of the service that became the Fleet Air Arm. It did not take long after hostilities commenced for the Royal Navy to appreciate the potential of an ‘air force’ both as an eye in the sky and as an effective method of countering enemy surface vessels and most especially German submarine activity. Endurance, speed and surprise were the essential components of the sea-plane and flying boat war. Appearing suddenly out of the sun, a surface cruising U-Boat had little time to dive to safety before destruction rained down upon it. This book contains may gripping incidents of U-Boat hunting in the ‘Spider Web’, a great tract of the North Sea which was the Navy flyer’s patrol area and battlefield. This was a hard war, fraught with dangers from mechanical breakdowns, attacks from enemy aircraft, lethal weather and anti-aircraft fire among its many perils. A riveting account of the sea and early aviation warfare.”-Leonaur Print version. Author — Anon, “P.I.X” Text taken, whole and complete, from the edition published in Edinburgh, W. Blackwood and sons, 1919. Original Page Count – x and 278 pages. Illustrations — 20 maps and Illustrations.