A collection of memories, life stories, wisdom and poetry from the perspective of one of the nations most influential First Nation's Chiefs.

The devastating outcome of four years ago has left its stains on a community, especially for Jack Tanner, along with estranged father and son, Tom and Jon Malone. Each trying to navigate their sorrows in their own ways. Jacks Place once again thrust Vietnam veterans Jack Tanner, Tom Malone and Bill Kirkland into devastating circumstances. Tom struggles with his former friend Jack Tanner regarding the death of Toms sister Barbra. He along with his partner Bill Kirkland investigate the slaughter of five people. While young Jon is forced with the decision to trust Jack, and new employer, as he reconnects with the lovely Jennifer. At the same time people are dying, an old threat seems to draw closer as our heroes are forced to put their differences aside to help those that mean the most........

Captain Bunn founded SOAR to develop effective methods for dealing with flight anxiety. Therapists who have found this phobia difficult to treat will find everything they need to give their clients success. Anxious flyers who have “tried everything” to no avail can look forward to joining the nearly 10,000 graduates of the SOAR program who now have the whole world open to them as they fly anxiety free wherever they want. This approach begins by explaining how anxiety, claustrophobia, and panic are caused when noises, motions—or even the thought of flying—trigger excessive stress hormones. Then, to stop this problem, Captain Bunn takes the reader step-by-step through exercises that permanently and automatically control these feelings. He also explains how flying works, why it is safe, and teaches flyers how to strategically plan their flight, choose the right airlines, meet the captain, and so on. Through this program, Captain Bunn has helped thousands overcome their fear of flying. Now his book arms readers with the information they need to control their anxiety and fly comfortably.

Brown and Roca tell the thrilling true story of legendary aviatrix Elinor Smith, who in 1928 pulled off a risky aeronautic feat skillfully and with style. Full color.

Reminiscent of nineteenth-century botanical prints, the full-color illustrations in these small nature guides are miniature watercolors, as delightful to look at as they are accurate. Beneath each illustration the reader will find the popular and scientific names, size, range, and a concise description of the habitat or an interesting bit of lore. Ideal for the backpacker or dayhiker, the books fit handily in the pocket.This guide presents hawks, falcons, ospreys, eagles, kites, owls, and vultures. Lethal talons, hooked beaks, and exceptional eyesight are all common to these majestic predators.

Follow your dreams if you dare, for your future is only a few steps away. Let your heart and dream guide the way. This is the story of a man who as a child was captivated by the stories and adventures of his grandfather. The old man had been a seafaring mariner often referred to as a pirate and could spin a yarn of exotic places, dangerous battles, and the recovery of unknown amounts of silver and gold. But to this wide-eyed young boy, it was the exotic places and people that spurred his imagination, especially that of a legendary place, a place that his grandfather called Shangri-la. Now that the man was grown, he sets off to follow his adventurous heart and explore all the places his grandfather had told him stories about as a child. His adventures take him to a variety of locations around the world, but the wildest of all his adventures starts as he chases after a dream and the entrance to a legendary valley that has been sought after for centuries. To his dismay, he discovers another mysterious valley instead, and although just as beautiful and picturesque as his grandfathers story, this valley harbored trouble. The valley was in dire need of help against flying monsters and an old forgotten hatred, which brought the monsters to life. This courageous adventurer finds himself caught up in a love of the land, strange new abilities, and a mysterious woman and her child. Above all, he manages to follow his adventurous heart and explore the exciting new world around him, while discovering Shangri-la is really . . . Come follow our wayward adventurer as he finally discovers what his grandfather had been trying to tell him with all his tales of mystery and exotic adventure.

From the New York Times bestselling illustrator of Turning Pages by Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor comes an emotionally resonant picture book about learning that what sets you apart is often what makes you great. Luci was born without a shadow. Mamá says no one notices. But Luci does. And sometimes others do too. Sometimes they stare, sometimes they tease Luci, and sometimes they make her cry. But when Luci learns to look at what makes her different as a strength, she realizes she has more power than she ever thought. And that her differences can even be a superpower. From three-time Pura Belpré Award honoree Lulu Delacre comes a heartfelt and uplifting story with a timeless message: what sets you apart is often what makes you great. Praise for Luci Soars: "This urban fable encourages readers to claim their space"--Kirkus Reviews *"Simple and powerful . . . a great read-aloud for educators to discuss emotions, bullying, acceptance of differences, self-esteem and empowerment." --Youth Services Book Review, starred review