Oceaning
Oceaning

Author: Adam Fish

Publisher: Duke University Press

Published: 2024-01-19

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 147805901X

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Drones are revolutionizing ocean conservation. By flying closer and seeing more, drones enhance intimate contact between ocean scientists and activists and marine life. In the process, new dependencies between nature, technology, and humans emerge, and a paradox becomes apparent: Can we have a wild ocean whose survival is reliant upon technology? In Oceaning, Adam Fish answers this question through eight stories of piloting drones to stop the killing of porpoises, sharks, and seabirds and to check the vitality of whales, seals, turtles, and coral reefs. Drone conservation is not the end of nature. Instead, drone conservation results in an ocean whose flourishing both depends upon and escapes the control of technologies. Faulty technology, oceanic and atmospheric turbulence, political corruption, and the inadequacies of basic science serve to foil governance over nature. Fish contends that what emerges is an ocean/culture—a flourishing ocean that is distinct from but exists alongside humanity.

Fast Track
Fast Track

Author: Stephen Leather

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Published: 2021-07-22

Total Pages: 402

ISBN-13: 1473672058

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'Stephen Leather writes really exciting action thrillers. It's like being there yourself' CHRIS RYAN, AUTHOR OF Zero 22 'The fast-paced action scenes are expertly choreographed; the description of settings - from the luxurious bars where Ankara's gangsters gather, to Dubai's glittering skyscrapers - is brisk and richly detailed' FINANCIAL TIMES Who can you trust if you can't trust the people tasked with protecting the nation? Murderous jihadists have been crossing the English Channel, passing themselves off as asylum seekers. MI5 have been keeping them under surveillance, but what starts as a simple terrorist takedown goes badly wrong and dozens of innocent civilians are killed in the heart of London. And the screw is tightened when a bomb takes out senior members of the Secret Intelligence Service. Someone within the security services has been working to their own agenda, and only Dan 'Spider' Shepherd can identify the bad apple. His search for the rogue agent takes him to Turkey and then to Dubai, where his masters order him to carry out a breathtaking act of revenge.

The Shepherd
The Shepherd

Author: Frederick Forsyth

Publisher: Open Road Media

Published: 2012-10-30

Total Pages: 69

ISBN-13: 1453287728

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Christmas Eve, 1957: An RAF pilot needs a miracle to make it home as his fighter jet begins to fail, in a story by the #1 New York Times–bestselling author. It is Christmas Eve, 1957, and there are cozier places to be than the cockpit of a de Havilland Vampire fighter plane. But for the Royal Air Force pilot who has just taken off from West Germany, this single-seat jet is the only way to make it back to England for Christmas morning. His flight plan is simple; the fuel tank is full. In sixty-six minutes, he will be back in Blighty. But then the plane begins to fail. First the compass goes haywire, then the radio dies. Lost and alone above the English coast, the pilot is searching for a landing strip when the fog closes in, signaling certain death. He has given up hope when a second shadow appears—a Mosquito fighter-bomber of World War II vintage. The plane is a “shepherd,” guiding the Vampire to a safe landing, and its appearance is a gift from fate, a miracle out of time—but for one lonely pilot, the mystery has just begun. A classic bestseller, beloved by aviation fans (including actor John Travolta, who calls it “one of my favorites because it personalizes the two planes”) and general readers alike, The Shepherd is a gripping, heartwarming tale for a cold winter’s night.

The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come
The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come

Author: Jr. John Fox

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2024-09-14

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13:

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Embark on a heartwarming journey with Jr. John Fox’s The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come, a touching novel that captures the spirit of adventure and the essence of personal growth through the eyes of a young shepherd. Experience the charm and trials of rural life in this endearing story. As Fox’s narrative unfolds, you’ll be drawn into the life of a young shepherd whose bravery and resilience define his journey. The novel offers a rich exploration of character and community, set against the backdrop of a beautifully rendered rural landscape.But here’s a question to ponder: How do the themes of courage and community in The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come reflect broader aspects of personal and social responsibility? Can the experiences of the protagonist offer deeper insights into the nature of growth and perseverance? Explore the evocative world of The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come, where each chapter reveals the challenges and triumphs of a young shepherd’s life. This is more than just a story of rural life; it’s a profound examination of character and the enduring spirit of youth. Are you ready to be inspired by the touching narrative of The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come? Discover a novel that combines adventure and personal growth with a meaningful look at the essence of courage and community.Don’t miss the chance to experience this endearing story. Purchase The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come today and let the captivating journey of a young shepherd warm your heart.

The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come
The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come

Author: John Fox

Publisher: University Press of Kentucky

Published: 1993-01-19

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 9780813101729

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" This powerful novel is one of the most perceptive tellings of the Civil War experience.

The Shepherd's Calendar
The Shepherd's Calendar

Author: John Clare

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2014-04

Total Pages: 167

ISBN-13: 0199672229

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A work of rural beauty by John Clare, one of the greatest pastoral poets of nineteenth century English literature.

The Spider Shepherd Collection 2-4
The Spider Shepherd Collection 2-4

Author: Stephen Leather

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Published: 2013-02-14

Total Pages: 1316

ISBN-13: 1444777971

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Three page-turning action thrillers from the bestselling Spider Shepherd series: SOFT TARGET, COLD KILL and HOT BLOOD. Soft Target When a group of armed police in an elite unit turn maverick and start to rip off drug dealers at gunpoint, undercover cop Dan 'Spider' Shepherd is ordered to infiltrate the tight-knit team. Facing men with guns is nothing new for the former SAS trooper, but it's the first time he's had to investigate his own. As Shepherd finds himself in the firing line, he has to decide exactly where his loyalties lie. Cold Kill People-smuggling, counterfeit currency and attempted murder. It's all in a day's work for undercover cop Dan 'Spider' Shepherd. But what starts as a run-of-the mill investigation quickly turns into a matter of life and death when he uncovers a terrorist cell on a mission of death and destruction. With the clock ticking and the explosives primed, Shepherd and his colleagues realise that to avoid catastrophe, they have to be even more merciless than the terrorists. Hot Blood Now working for the Serious Organised Crime Agency, undercover cop Dan 'Spider' Shepherd is used to putting his life on the line. But when the man who once saved his life is kidnapped in the badlands of Iraq, thrown into a basement and threatened with execution, Shepherd has to decide whether his loyalties lie with his country, his career, or his friend.