Travel as a Political Act

Travel as a Political Act

Author: Rick Steves

Publisher: Rick Steves

Published: 2018-02-06

Total Pages: 581

ISBN-13: 1641710470

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Change the world one trip at a time. In this illuminating collection of stories and lessons from the road, acclaimed travel writer Rick Steves shares a powerful message that resonates now more than ever. With the world facing divisive and often frightening events, from Trump, Brexit, and Erdogan, to climate change, nativism, and populism, there's never been a more important time to travel. Rick believes the risks of travel are widely exaggerated, and that fear is for people who don't get out much. After years of living out of a suitcase, he still marvels at how different cultures find different truths to be self-evident. By sharing his experiences from Europe, Central America, Asia, and the Middle East, Rick shows how we can learn more about own country by viewing it from afar. With gripping stories from Rick's decades of exploration, this fully revised edition of Travel as a Political Act is an antidote to the current climate of xenophobia. When we travel thoughtfully, we bring back the most beautiful souvenir of all: a broader perspective on the world that we all call home. All royalties from the sale of Travel as a Political Act are donated to support the work of Bread for the World, a non-partisan organization working to end hunger at home and abroad.


Andy Steves' Europe

Andy Steves' Europe

Author: Andy Steves

Publisher: Rick Steves

Published: 2016-05-17

Total Pages: 557

ISBN-13: 1631212516

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Pick a Weekend, Pick a City, and Go! This award-winning travel guide picks up where crowdsourcing leaves off, covering the skills you need for spur-of-the-moment trips to Europe's top destinations. Follow three-day plans to explore each city. Learn which cities match your interests and which can be easily combined for a longer trip, including itineraries for Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, Budapest, Dublin, Edinburgh, Florence, London, Madrid, Paris, Prague, Rome, and Venice. See iconic sights. Check the Eiffel Tower, the London Eye, and the Colosseum off your bucket list, and use Andy's tips to save time and skip lines. Hit the local hot spots. Chill at Amsterdam's coffee shops, study mixology at London's speakeasies, and bust moves at Barcelona's beach clubs. Enjoy the best and cheapest local cuisine. Graze at boulangeries in Paris, pubs in Dublin, and aperitivo bars in Rome. Become a temporary local. Engage with the culture to enjoy authentic, unforgettable experiences. Master digital travel. Make the most of your money in Europe with apps and other digital resources. Connect with other travelers. Head to the most popular hostels for a ready-made, real-life social network. Whether you're studying abroad or just looking to explore Europe without breaking the bank, Andy Steves' Europe will have you city-hopping like a pro.


The South Meadow Zombie Clan

The South Meadow Zombie Clan

Author: Mark Mulle

Publisher:

Published: 2016-07-14

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13: 9781535267663

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GENRE: Children's Adventure (An Unofficial Minecraft Diary Book for Kids Ages 9 - 12 (Preteen) Steve, Alex, and Larry return again in the adventure that they have been waiting for. The war against the South Meadow Zombies has begun and the opposing army is much stronger than they had ever realized. It will take all of their training and skill to help the village survive. Can they seek a truce with the general of the zombie clan? Will the villagers join in the fight for their own survival? Meet a whole new selection of monsters and friends as the trio does their best to keep the Overworld safe. When everything seems to be falling apart around them, can they do what needs to be done to face the enormous zombie clan? Who will be the victor and who is it that is leading the South Meadow Zombies?Author's Note: This short story is for your reading pleasure. The characters in this "Minecraft Adventure Series" such as Steve, Endermen or Herobrine...etc are based on the Minecraft Game coming from Minecraft (r)/TM & (c) 2009-2013 Mojang / Notch


Steve's New Neighbors Trilogy (an Unofficial Minecraft Diary Book for Kids Ages 9 - 12 (Preteen)

Steve's New Neighbors Trilogy (an Unofficial Minecraft Diary Book for Kids Ages 9 - 12 (Preteen)

Author: Mark Mulle

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2016-07-14

Total Pages: 170

ISBN-13: 9781535268264

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GENRE: Children's Adventure (An Unofficial Minecraft Diary Book for Kids Ages 9 - 12 (Preteen) Book 1: Steveville Steve is an excited new member of a local village. Though he still has a lot to learn about the world of Minecraft, he is doing his best to fit in with his new neighbors in what he hopes will be his permanent home. It does not take long for Steve to discover that the village has a bigger problem, a zombie problem. With the local zombie population more organized than any monster group he has ever encountered, Steve will do his best to help the village become a safe place to live. As he makes new friends and learns new skills, Steve discovers that protecting the village will be much more difficult than he thought. Follow Steve's journey as he attempts to survive in this new world. From upgrading his small home to a castle, establishing his own farm, and attempting to befriend the villagers, there is always something new and exciting in store for Steve. Will he be able to keep the zombies out of the village? Or will all of his efforts start a war that he must be prepared to fight? Book 2: Fighters in Training Steve and his friends, Larry and Alex, are preparing to fight the fearsome South Meadow Zombie Clan. Larry and Steve have much to learn and Alex has prepared a series of tasks to help them. As the friends train and improve their battle skills, they must also confront a growing concern about Larry. Can a villager respawn? What can they do to make sure that the librarian stays safe? Follow these friends as they hone their skills and encounter new monsters that Alex has captured. Though they must leave the village to make the journey to her training grounds the trio feels certain that the village will be safe while they are gone. What will they return to and what sort of tricks might the Zombies have up their sleeves? Book 3: The South Meadow Zombie Clan Steve, Alex, and Larry return again in the adventure that they have been waiting for. The war against the South Meadow Zombies has begun and the opposing army is much stronger than they had ever realized. It will take all of their training and skill to help the village survive. Can they seek a truce with the general of the zombie clan? Will the villagers join in the fight for their own survival? Meet a whole new selection of monsters and friends as the trio does their best to keep the Overworld safe. When everything seems to be falling apart around them, can they do what needs to be done to face the enormous zombie clan? Who will be the victor and who is it that is leading the South Meadow Zombies? Author's Note: This short story is for your reading pleasure. The characters in this "Minecraft Adventure Series" such as Steve, Endermen or Herobrine...etc are based on the Minecraft Game coming from Minecraft (r)/TM & (c) 2009-2013 Mojang / Notch Grab a copy of this awesome Minecraft book from Mark Mulle and start to have fun reading it


Undercurrents

Undercurrents

Author: Steve Davis

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2020-10-06

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 1119669235

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Improve your knowledge of the ways global trends shape activism with this insightful volume that will supercharge your impact on communities and organizations Undercurrents: Channeling Outrage to Spark Practical Activism brings the perspective of experienced global social innovation leader, scholar and speaker, Steve Davis, to bear on some of the most powerful and helpful macrotrends rippling through society today. The book teaches readers how to harness their outrage and capitalize on global trends to instigate and encourage change across the world. The author identifies five global undercurrents with outsized importance that are shaping our world: Global economies are moving away from the old pyramid model into a diamond, bringing powerful new possibilities for human well-being; Communities are becoming the customer – rather than passive beneficiaries - as social change is increasingly led by local voices and activists; Equity is leveling and reshaping the field of social change and activism; Digital disruption, through the power of data and digital tools, impacts almost everything; and The middle of the journey to social change is becoming surprisingly sexy, as we focus on adapting innovation for widespread impact at scale. The book’s lessons are supported throughout by stories, experiences, data and observations from across the globe. Undercurrents is perfect for activists and leaders of all kinds who aim to increase their impact on their organizations and the world at large, as well as the intellectually curious who hope to increase their understanding of the changing world around them.


The Lighthouse Effect

The Lighthouse Effect

Author: Steve Pemberton

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 2021-09-28

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 0310362334

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In this stirring follow-up to his memoir, Steve Pemberton gives practical encouragement for how you can be a "human lighthouse" for others and through these inspiring stories will renew your hope for humanity. Our polarized, divisive culture seems to be without heroes and role models. We are adrift in a dark sea of disillusionment and distrust and we need "human lighthouses" to give us hope and direct us back to the goodness in each other and in our own hearts. Steve Pemberton found a lighthouse in an ordinary man named John Sykes, his former high school counselor. John gave Steve a safe harbor after Steve escaped an abusive foster home and together they navigated a new path that led to personal and professional success. Through stories of people like John and several others, you will identify how the hardships you have overcome equip you to be a "human lighthouse," inspiring those around you. The humble gestures of kindness that change the course of our lives can shift the course for America too. With a unique vision for building up individuals and communities and restoring trust, The Lighthouse Effect opens your eyes to those who are quietly heroic. You will reflect on the lighthouses in your own life and be reminded that the greatest heroes are alongside us--and within us.


Safe in a Storm

Safe in a Storm

Author: Stephen R. Swinburne

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2016-04-26

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 054566988X

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A comforting and reassuring love story! "When the clouds grow darker and the rain pelts and stings,I'm here, my little duck. Keep warm beside my wings."In this comforting read-aloud story, all the animals find cozy places to keep them safe and warm, no matter how loud the storm rumbles or how dark the night gets. Next to their mothers, the baby animals are able to let go of their fears and fall asleep despite the storm.Safe in a Storm is a fun, imaginative good-night story featuring loving animal characters. It'll comfort young children during scary storms and always.


Wings of Gold: The Hot Pilots - Book #3

Wings of Gold: The Hot Pilots - Book #3

Author: T. E. Cruise

Publisher: Grand Central Publishing

Published: 2009-11-29

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 0446567086

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In control of the powerful firm of Gold Aviation, the Gold family faces the challenges and trails of the postwar years.


Lost in Rooville (Flabbergasted Trilogy Book #3)

Lost in Rooville (Flabbergasted Trilogy Book #3)

Author: Ray Blackston

Publisher: Baker Books

Published: 2005-07-01

Total Pages: 325

ISBN-13: 1441238956

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Number-cruncher-turned-missionary Jay Jarvis and his poetry-enthused girlfriend, Allie Kyle, are in for the trip of a lifetime. Joined by their friends, sports enthusiast Steve Cole and lime-lover Darcy Yeager, they head into the Outback of Australia, hoping for adventure. As the girls catch up on their girl talk and plan their next sight-seeing activity, Jay and Steve do a little planning of their own. With marriage proposals on their minds and little black jewelry boxes in their pockets, the guys chart out the perfect opportunity to pop the question. But will roo-chasing and busted Land Cruisers spoil their plans for perfect proposals? Ray Blackston's side-splitting humor, quirky characters, original poetry, song, and electrifying dialogue are back in this exciting sequel to Flabbergasted and A Delirious Summer.