Red Shirts and Rubber Duckies
Red Shirts and Rubber Duckies

Author: Charles Gill

Publisher: Page Publishing Inc

Published: 2019-07-22

Total Pages: 299

ISBN-13: 168456249X

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Red Shirts and Rubber Duckies is a helpful collection of daily musings about the experience of dealing with cancer. The author, diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in March 2017, employs humor to share valuable information on how to deal with the disease. The book demonstrates the value of having a positive attitude throughout the ups and downs of treatment and encourages the patient to be his own best advocate. Discover how red shirts, rubber duckies, tennis, nurse practitioners, research managers, and much more, all play a role in the healing process. Laugh with Charles at the surprises and indignities that come with cancer. If I am ever faced with a diagnosis of cancer, I want to be like Charles. This book demonstrates how to survive cancer with a smile. - Dr. Thomas R. Witt

Monkey Bars and Rubber Ducks
Monkey Bars and Rubber Ducks

Author: Tracy Alexander

Publisher: Bonnier Publishing Fiction Ltd.

Published: 2011-07-01

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 1848122012

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Two exciting adventures starring a Tribe of friends! Why is Copper Pie bunking off school at lunchtime? When the other Tribers find out, they can't help getting involved and they're soon in trouble (again). Then it's the school camping trip, where Team Tribe build rafts, tell jokes, race rubber ducks and finally face the scary assault course. Will Fifty manage to conquer his fear? It's non-stop for Tribe.

Moby-Duck
Moby-Duck

Author: Donovan Hohn

Publisher: Union Books

Published: 2012-02-01

Total Pages: 440

ISBN-13: 1908526033

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When Donovan Hohn first heard the remarkable story of how 28,904 bath toys spilled into the Pacific en route to the US from China and have been washing up along beaches throughout the world ever since, he decided to find out more and assumed he would interview a few oceanographers, talk to some beachcombers and read up on Arctic science and geography. ‘ But questions can be like ocean currents: wade in too far, and they carry you away.’ Setting out on a series of journeys to track the renegade rubber ducks, Moby-Duck is an adventure into the heart of the sea through science, myth, the global economy and some of the worst weather imaginable, and the riveting story of an accidental odyssey which pulled Hohn into the secretive world of shipping conglomerates, the daring terrain of Arctic researchers, the lunatic risks of maverick sailors, and the shadowy domain of Chinese toy factories. With each new discovery, Hohn learns of another loose thread, and with each successive chase he comes closer to understanding where his castaway quarry comes from (and where it is heading… ). In the grand tradition of Tony Horwitz and David Quammen, Moby-Duck is a compulsively readable narrative of whimsy and curiosity for anyone who is interested in obsession, travel, plastic, and that great American novel, Moby-Dick.

The Start of Summer
The Start of Summer

Author: Alison Walsh

Publisher: Hachette Books Ireland

Published: 2019-05-02

Total Pages: 251

ISBN-13: 1473660777

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'Walsh writes with a warmth and humour about the disparate lives of four new mothers over one summer in Dublin. This is a touching, enjoyable tale of friendship in all of its complexities.' Anne Griffin A long, hot summer has just begun. Three new mothers gather in the park, in the shade of the trees, forming a tight circle. They keep each other close, sharing gossip, parenting wisdom and deep secrets. Gracie appears to have adapted to motherhood with ease, but secretly she wonders if the cost - to her job and her relationship - is too high. Free-spirited Lina is a single parent by choice, but finds that her decisions have consequences, for her daughter and for herself? And shy Jane is facing the battle of her life, against the man who should be her rock, and with the echoes of a painful decision she made years before. When a lonely new mum asks to join them, the circle opens to let her in. But Elise's arrival provokes mixed emotions amongst the other mothers, as each is forced to confront her true self and the fact that life will never be the same again.

Moby-Duck
Moby-Duck

Author: Donovan Hohn

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2011-03-03

Total Pages: 390

ISBN-13: 110147596X

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Selected by The New York Times Book Review as a Notable Book of the Year A revelatory tale of science, adventure, and modern myth. When the writer Donovan Hohn heard of the mysterious loss of thousands of bath toys at sea, he figured he would interview a few oceanographers, talk to a few beachcombers, and read up on Arctic science and geography. But questions can be like ocean currents: wade in too far, and they carry you away. Hohn's accidental odyssey pulls him into the secretive world of shipping conglomerates, the daring work of Arctic researchers, the lunatic risks of maverick sailors, and the shadowy world of Chinese toy factories. Moby-Duck is a journey into the heart of the sea and an adventure through science, myth, the global economy, and some of the worst weather imaginable. With each new discovery, Hohn learns of another loose thread, and with each successive chase, he comes closer to understanding where his castaway quarry comes from and where it goes. In the grand tradition of Tony Horwitz and David Quammen, Moby-Duck is a compulsively readable narrative of whimsy and curiosity.

The Travels of a T-Shirt in the Global Economy
The Travels of a T-Shirt in the Global Economy

Author: Pietra Rivoli

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2014-11-24

Total Pages: 375

ISBN-13: 1118950143

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The keys to global business success, as taught by a T-shirt's journey The Travels of a T-Shirt in the Global Economy is a critically-acclaimed narrative that illuminates the globalization debates and reveals the key factors to success in global business. Tracing a T-shirt's life story from a Texas cotton field to a Chinese factory and back to a U.S. storefront before arriving at the used clothing market in Africa, the book uncovers the political and economic forces at work in the global economy. Along the way, this fascinating exploration addresses a wealth of compelling questions about politics, trade, economics, ethics, and the impact of history on today's business landscape. This new printing of the second edition includes a revised preface and a new epilogue with updates through 2014 on the people, industries, and policies related to the T-shirt's life story. Using a simple, everyday T-shirt as a lens through which to explore the business, economic, moral, and political complexities of globalization in a historical context, Travels encapsulates a number of complex issues into a single identifiable object that will strike a chord with readers as they: Investigate the sources of sustained competitive advantage in different industries Examine the global economic and political forces that explain trade patters between countries Analyze complex moral issues related to globalization and international business Discover the importance of cultural and human elements in international trade This story of a simple product illuminates the many complex issues which businesspeople, policymakers, and global citizens are touched by every day.

Red-Hot Romance Tips for Women
Red-Hot Romance Tips for Women

Author: Bill Farrel

Publisher: Harvest House Publishers

Published: 2014-01-01

Total Pages: 91

ISBN-13: 0736951504

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From Christian marriage experts and bestselling authors Bill and Pam Farrel comes a new book for women about romance, passion, and becoming the godly woman your husband needs. With an in-depth look at the qualities a man finds attractive in a woman, you’ll learn how to build and maintain a Christian marriage romantic ideas and tips for stoking the flames of love...and keeping them burning what the Bible says about marriage With wisdom, humor, and devotional questions to provoke discussion, Red-Hot Romance Tips for Women will keep your marriage sizzling!

Washington, D.C. For Dummies
Washington, D.C. For Dummies

Author: Tom Price

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2007-08-13

Total Pages: 362

ISBN-13: 0470168919

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Whether you want to pay homage to history, marvel at the seat of power, take in world-class museums and art galleries, or see the cherry trees in bloom, the nation’s capital offers a wealth of wonderful choices for visitors. With information on the top sights plus some really interesting lesser-known attractions, this friendly guide gives you the scoop on: The shrines to freedom and the halls of government, including the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, the Library of Congress, the White House, the Capitol, and more Three great itineraries and three great day trips Moving sights such as the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, Arlington National Cemetery, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial The after-dark scene, with options ranging from country, rock, and jazz clubs to world-class symphony, dance, opera, and theater Free shows, including the National Symphony’s summer concerts, the Shakespeare Theatre’s summer performances, concerts by the military bands, and performances at the Kennedy Center Hotel options ranging from power palaces to charming inns to welcoming B & Bs Dining, including places the rich and famous feast, great ethnic restaurants, and terrific, affordable delis and bakeries Like every For Dummies travel guide, Washington, D. C. For Dummies, 4th Edition, includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn’t miss — and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Handy Post-it® Flags to mark your favorite pages If you want practical planning help that gets to the point and gets you to the sights you want to see, this guide will get your vote.

Reducing Child Maltreatment
Reducing Child Maltreatment

Author: John R. Lutzker

Publisher: Guilford Press

Published: 2001-10-24

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13: 9781572307049

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This practical manual presents instructions for assessing and teaching key parenting skills proven to reduce or prevent child maltreatment.