This first-hand account of early aviation days includes the beginning of air mail service in the United States. It also includes stories about air pioneers and their training and exploits, as well as authentic accounts of the women who were aviation enthusiasts and, in some cases, pilots themselves. The author points out that these women played a vital part in early aviation history. "Publishers Weekly" reported: "Culver's late husband, Paul, one of the country's earliest pilots, was a member of the team that carried the first bags of air mail. Here his wife recalls those days when to be a pilot was to court death and when marriage to a pilot presumed early widowhood."
Embark on a thrilling adventure through the pages of "Talespin" by Nickunj Malik, where imagination knows no bounds and every story is a journey into the unknown. Join Nickunj Malik as he takes readers on a whirlwind tour of the imagination with a collection of captivating tales that will leave you spellbound. From fantastical realms to dystopian futures, each story in "Talespin" invites you to explore new worlds, encounter unforgettable characters, and experience the magic of storytelling in its purest form. Step into the shoes of intrepid explorers, cunning adventurers, and unlikely heroes as they navigate the twists and turns of fate in worlds both familiar and strange. Whether you're braving the perils of a haunted forest or unraveling the mysteries of an ancient civilization, Malik's stories are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Character analysis delves deep into the motivations, fears, and desires of the novel's protagonists and antagonists, offering readers a nuanced understanding of their actions and decisions. From Joam Garral's unwavering determination to the cunning schemes of his adversaries, each character adds depth and complexity to Verne's riveting narrative. The overall tone and mood of "Talespin" are one of wonder, excitement, and boundless creativity, as Malik invites readers to embark on a journey of discovery and imagination. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a curious traveler, there's something for everyone in this eclectic collection of tales. While critical reception may vary, one thing remains clear: "Talespin" is a testament to the power of storytelling to transport readers to worlds beyond their wildest dreams. Malik's imaginative narratives and vivid prose captivate the imagination and inspire readers to see the world in a whole new light. As you lose yourself in the pages of "Talespin," you'll discover the magic of storytelling and the limitless possibilities of the human imagination. Whether you're escaping to distant lands or unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos, Malik's stories will leave an indelible mark on your soul and ignite your sense of wonder. Don't miss your chance to embark on an unforgettable journey through the pages of "Talespin" by Nickunj Malik. Let Malik's imaginative tales sweep you away on a whirlwind adventure of discovery and delight. Grab your copy now and prepare to be transported to worlds beyond your wildest imagination.
Praise and Reviews "Talespin is an excellent book for corporate business executives and students of communications. Gerry McCusker takes us on an international journey through an enormous variety of public relations disasters showing us with clarity and insight how they can happen to big corporations and individuals alike. The 'lessons learnt' at the end of each section should be required reading for all PR consultants." - Alan Capper, Adjunct Professor, Culture and Communications Department, New York University and Former Chairman, Rowland Worldwide Many PR practitioners believe that the obsessive reporting of the concept of 'spin' has unfairly tainted the entire PR discipline. But others believe that PR people themselves make the catastrophic errors of judgement that create PR disasters. From the top celebrities who have publicly slated their sponsor's products to corporate photo-calls that were disasters waiting to happen, Talespin reveals why PR consultants are so often accused of 'sexing-up' information. As each tale unfolds and spins out of control, the perpetrators of shoddy PR practice are exposed. Gerry McCusker gives us an amusing, yet shocking, peek behind the scenes of 79 real-life public relations disasters from around the globe. Documenting both the infamous and the unreported PR disasters from the worlds of branding, business, media, music, politics and sport, he asks the question: "How can these catastrophes continue to happen?" While Talespin makes for a compelling and entertaining read, its message is deadly serious: malpractice, misjudgement and the media's own agenda are the combustibles that combine to cause PR mayhem. Anyone working in the media-related industries will learn unforgettable lessons from these real-life PR horror stories.
Chased by air pirates, Baloo and his crew crash-land on a desert island only to discover a stranded flyer and her experimental aircraft, the Sky-raker.
In this revelatory narrative covering the years 1967 to 2017, Steven Brill gives us a stunningly cogent picture of the broken system at the heart of our society. He shows us how, over the last half century, America’s core values—meritocracy, innovation, due process, free speech, and even democracy itself—have somehow managed to power its decline into dysfunction. They have isolated our best and brightest, whose positions at the top have never been more secure or more remote. The result has been an erosion of responsibility and accountability, an epidemic of shortsightedness, an increasingly hollow economic and political center, and millions of Americans gripped by apathy and hopelessness. By examining the people and forces behind the rise of big-money lobbying, legal and financial engineering, the demise of private-sector unions, and a hamstrung bureaucracy, Brill answers the question on everyone’s mind: How did we end up this way? Finally, he introduces us to those working quietly and effectively to repair the damages. At once a diagnosis of our national ills, a history of their development, and a prescription for a brighter future, Tailspin is a work of riveting journalism—and a welcome antidote to political despair.
'Sanjay Chopra is a storyteller like those of the old days, yet he is as modern as tomorrow. Each story leaves you with a thirst for more.' -Meghnad Desai What really happened when the impetuous young Alexander met King Darius III of the mighty Persian Empire in 331 BC? Who was the nineteen-year-old hacker who rewrote the rules of the Indo-Pak conflict? What strange facts must bestselling author Preeti Mishra confront when she collaborates with her deaf-mute sister Pari on a new novel? Combining history and fantasy, and cutting a wide arc through space and time, Talespin is a collection of stories unconstrained by convention. Here, hired killers, big game hunters and Mughal damsels entice you into their world, the sixteenth century meshes comfortably with the twenty-first, and the war of Troy seems as real as World War II. Sanjay Chopra's vivid prose mythologizes history and makes believable the mythic. In the intrigue-filled world that he creates, the past and present conspire to ensure that the next spin is only a page away.
From Dow Corning breast implants to the McDonald's "McLibel" case, this book entertainingly exposes some of the world's most infamous (and also some unreported) PR disasters, and shows how crisis management helped or hindered.
A daring pilot races against time to deliver an important package -- and keep it from falling into the wrong hands -- in this #1 New York Times bestselling thriller of spine-tingling suspense and tantalizing romance. Rye Mallett, a fearless "freight dog" pilot charged with flying cargo to far-flung locations, is rough-spoken and all business, but soft on regulations when they get in the way of meeting a deadline. But above all, he has a rock-solid reputation: he will fly in the foulest weather, day or night, and deliver the goods safely to their destination. So when Rye is asked to fly into a completely fogbound northern Georgia town and deliver a mysterious black box to a Dr. Lambert, he doesn't ask questions. As Rye's plane nears the isolated landing strip, more trouble than inclement weather awaits him. Greeted with a sabotage attempt on his plane, he has barely recovered from the crash landing when he meets Dr. Brynn O'Neal, who claims she is receiving the box for Dr. Lambert. Though he has a strict "no-involvement policy" when it comes to others' problems, Rye finds himself being irresistibly drawn in to the intrigue surrounding his cargo . . . and to the mysterious and alluring Brynn. Soon Rye and Brynn are in a treacherous forty-eight-hour race to deliver the box. With everyone from law enforcement officials to hired guns hot on their heels, they must learn to trust each other to protect their valuable cargo from those who would kill for it.
A rookie social studies teacher overhears a conversation about a World War II tail gunner who survived a four-mile fall from the sky. When the elderly Gene Moran finally shares his saga, John has no idea of the wounds he's reopening.
