Which Way to Starboard?

Which Way to Starboard?

Author: Guy G. Lemieux

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2011-03-10

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 1450280900

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At one point after the boom vang broke loose, the boom and the sail shifted to a higher position. I didnt like the loss of control this caused. The boat was swinging from 0 to 20 degrees in jerky motions, lifting and heeling. The boom vang had been ripped out of its housing. I had an idea what to do and told Roxanne what I had in mind. At a certain moment, with her help holding up the boom vang in a certain way, I would let go of the rudder and lunge forward to grab the creature from her hand and plunge its little head into the second available hole, a slot just under the boom. This she understood, but all the while I was under great stress, anxious for my daughters life and mine. The wind was quite strong and I didnt want the boat to flip over not there, away from any available help. We were two miles from shore in any direction. I checked the waves and wind and then turned the boat into the wind. On my signal to Roxanne, I lurched forward and grabbed the beastly creature and shakily shoved its head in the hole. I then turned the boat back to windward and pulled in on the sheet that pulled the boom back to its correct position. Everything was fine again. In a plastic bag hanging from the boom near the mast were my cigarettes and a lighter. Thats where Roxanne was also handy. She passed me a cigarette and my lighter and I lit it and took a big drag. Ah The rest of the day went beautifully. In the same bag we had a nice light lunch (gourmet style), a couple of baloney sandwiches, and two cans of pop.


You're Going to Survive

You're Going to Survive

Author: Alexandra Franzen

Publisher: Mango Media Inc.

Published: 2017-12-15

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13: 1633536807

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The essential guide to getting through defeat, staying motivated, and coming out the other side smarter and stronger than ever. No matter what kind of career you’ve chosen, you’re going to deal with discouragement, frustration, and occasional failure. It could be a difficult interaction with a hysterical client. Or watching your best friend get the promotion you wanted. Or a vicious one-star review that rattles your self-esteem and makes you question your talent and even your identity. When that moment arrives, open this book. Inside, you’ll find inspiring true stories from all kinds of people—from authors, chefs, lawyers, website designers, and Broadway performers to personal stylists, jazz musicians, business consultants, non-profit fundraisers, and more—each describing one of the worst moments in their entire career, and how they got through it. Each chapter is filled with honesty, humor, and heartfelt encouragement to help you confront tough times and never give up. No matter what’s going on in your career right now, this isn’t the end of your story. You’re going to survive.


Procrastinating in Pursuit of a PhD: A Comedy of Errors

Procrastinating in Pursuit of a PhD: A Comedy of Errors

Author: N.B. Singh

Publisher: N.B. Singh

Published:

Total Pages: 307

ISBN-13:

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"Procrastinating in Pursuit of a PhD: A Comedy of Errors" humorously narrates the trials and tribulations of a graduate student navigating the challenging journey towards earning a doctoral degree. Through witty anecdotes and self-deprecating humor, the book provides a candid glimpse into the procrastination-fueled adventures, mishaps, and unexpected detours encountered along the way. With relatable tales of academic procrastination and perseverance, this book offers both entertainment and insight into the rollercoaster ride of doctoral studies.


A Man of Two Countries

A Man of Two Countries

Author: Susil C. Acharyya

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Published: 2013-04-17

Total Pages: 627

ISBN-13: 1479709360

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About the Book Dipak read to father and his wife Karabi, the Calcutta morning newspaper, which said: Third day after the classic fight at Listowel, Canada, Dr. Sanat Roy was on his deathbed after the fight. Helen was also injured badly. There is no trace of them in the local hospital. Nobody knows if Dr. Roy is dead or alive. This Indo-Canadian is a brilliant, strange man. People last heard about him nearly two years ago when he suddenly left the company he built to a large, most successful technology company in North America. Since then, he totally vanished from the public eye. It is now confirmed that Dr. Roy is the famous best-selling novelist Loner, the pen name he used. He also established, expanded, and supported alone an ashram in Delhi for young, helpless girls to stand on their own feet. He also supported two orphanages in Calcutta. He donated large sums of money to medical research in Canadian hospitals. People are surprised how this man, without any work, was getting over a million dollars for philanthropy alone. People are puzzled that a devoted family man like Dr. Roy was with Helen, an unknown, white Canadian woman at the time of the fight instead of his own Indian wife. This Indo-Canadian laid down his life to protect Helen from being gang-raped by the motorcycle gang without considering his own Indian family. Reporters are vigorously investigating the private life of this talented, enigmatic Indian from a Calcutta affluent family. Dipak put the paper down and closed his eyes. Father went quietly to his room. Karabi, wiping her tearful eyes with her saree, went to her bedroom. Dipak pondered, I may not see my beloved Dada (elder brother) again. Everybody loves him so deeply. This story, A Man of Two Countries, casts light on the exciting private life of Dr. Sanat Roy, who made people love him even with all his faults.


A HANDBOOK OF ENGLISH GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY

A HANDBOOK OF ENGLISH GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY

Author: SANDIP KUMAR DAS

Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers

Published: 2023-08-24

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13:

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Handbook of English Grammar and Vocabulary is on English grammar and vocabulary. In language learning the role of grammar and vocabulary is very important. To learn language properly knowledge of grammar and vocabulary is essential.  This book is intended for learners of language(ESL) especially Indian school students and aspirants of various competitive and entrance examinations.  It is a complete book for basic as well as advanced stage of language learning.  This book is a compilation of classical and modern grammar rules and usage.  It is a complete comprehensive guide on English grammar and vocabulary to facilitate learners to acquire language skills effectively.  The book is designed to meet the need of the learners.  The author has highlighted the structural and functional aspects of grammar.  A large number of vocabulary have been selected carefully to give the learners a comprehensive knowledge of the variety and spice of English Vocabulary.  Solved and practice exercises have been provided to enhance the scope of learning.


The Whisperer

The Whisperer

Author: Adda Leah Davis

Publisher: Abbott Press

Published: 2014-09-05

Total Pages: 107

ISBN-13: 1458217213

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Janie Query is an impulsive, nosey, inquisitive busybody--or so people say. She willingly admits to being curious since she is an avid twelve-year-old investigator. Unknowingly Janie helps to keep her small town safe by using her skills of reasoning in solving problems, With the help of her skittish friend, Prudience Leery, no crime remains a secret around Curious Janie Query, but in this case she get in over her head--Cover.


It Started with a Friend Request

It Started with a Friend Request

Author: Sudeep Nagarkar

Publisher: Random House India

Published: 2017-08-29

Total Pages: 127

ISBN-13: 8184004540

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Why don't we feel the moment when we fall in love but always remember when it ends? Akash is young, single and conservative with a preference for girls with brains than in miniskirts. One day, he runs into free-spirited Aleesha at a local discotheque. A mass-media student, Aleesha is a pampered brat, the only child of her parents who dote on her. This brief meeting leads them to exchange their BlackBerry PINs and they begin chatting regularly. As BlackBerry plays cupid, they fall in love. When they hit a rough patch in their life, Aditya, Akash's close pal, guides them through it. But just when they are about to take their relationship to the next level, a sudden misfortune strikes. Can Aditya bring Akash's derailed life back on track? It Started with a Friend Request is a true story which will make you believe in love like never before.