Esther the Eaglet
Esther the Eaglet

Author: Christie Gove-Berg

Publisher: Adventure Publications

Published: 2015-03-02

Total Pages: 65

ISBN-13: 1591935237

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Esther the eaglet is learning to fly when she falls from her nest. She is alone and injured. Who will help the baby eagle? With real bald eagle pictures, this true story explains how raptor centers and rehabilitation teams rescue and treat injured birds. Their goal is to release bald eagles and other birds back into the wild to live successful, natural lives. Esther's story is just such a success!

The Eaglet at the Battle of Minorca
The Eaglet at the Battle of Minorca

Author: John Mariner

Publisher: Trafford Publishing

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 1412055571

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It is the year 1756 and fears are rising that France will immediately invade the English territories of Minorca and Gibraltar. Post-Captain Daniel Winchip becomes the eyes of the English Navy D bringing status reports back to General Fowke in Gibraltar and both admiral Byng and Vice Admiral the Lord hawke in England. Winchip's first mission on board the new frigate Eaglet takes him to Rochefort to bring a Frenchman, spying for the English, back to England. He is confused when the spy, Gaspar Foche, is accompanied by a woman D the beautiful Madeleine Loxley, a lady beset by tragedy and despair who sets his heart aflutter. Post-Captain Winchip is sent on missions to ascertain the position of the French Navy and tests his officers and crew to the limits. At times, Eaglet faces impossible odds and when the great fleets of France and England finally come together, Eaglet is forced to risk her very existence for the sake of King and country. Through the many arduous days and nights at sea, Post-Captain Winchip realizes his love for Madeleine. Are they destined to be together? Will he survive the battle to be with her once more? John Mariner was born in Oxford in 1936 and educated at Cranescourt School and St. Edmund Hall. In 1952 he opted for an RAF apprenticeship before going on to work for Oxfam. Prior to retirement in 1990 he ran a Post Office and now enjoys postcard and stamp collecting as well as writing short stories and novels. The Eaglet at the Battle of Minorca is the first part of a trilogy.

Power and Influence
Power and Influence

Author: Chiku Malunga

Publisher: University Press of America

Published: 2012-06-16

Total Pages: 170

ISBN-13: 0761858725

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Power and Influence demonstrates how the indigenous wisdom contained in African proverbs and folktales can be used to enhance modern life. The timeless wisdom contained in African proverbs and folktales enriches self-development and positive influence. The inspiring results provide deeper understanding of self-development and self-leadership, forming a solid foundation for leadership effectiveness at all levels. This book is among the first to consciously acknowledge and demonstrate the rationale of applying indigenous wisdom to enhance the understanding of disciplines, theories, and practice. African proverbs and folktales express an accumulated wisdom of human relations; add dimensions to practice in ways that are soulful, respectful, practical, and socially embedded. By using African indigenous wisdom, the book contributes towards the much-needed, cross-cultural dialogue among individuals, organizations and societies in this increasingly diversified world.