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Escape into Danger: The True Story of a Kievan Girl in World War II
by Sophia Orlosvky WilliamsThis WWII memoir tells the remarkable story of a Ukrainian girl&’s perilous adventures and coming of age amid the chaos of war. Born in Kiev to a Catholic mother and a Jewish father, Sophia Williams chose to be identified as Jewish when she became eligible for a Soviet passport at age sixteen. She had no way of realizing the life-changing consequences of her decision. When Germany invaded Russia the following year, Sophia left Kiev and embarked on daring journey into Russia—surviving floods, dodging fires and bombs, and falling in love. After reaching Stalingrad, Sophia found herself stranded in a Nazi-occupied town. She was safely employed by a sympathetic German officer until a local girl recognized her as a Jew. Within days, Sophia&’s boss spirited her to safety with his family in Poland. Soon, though, Sophia was on the run again, this time to Nazi Germany, where she somehow escaped detection through the rest of the war. Her story of survival continues into the postwar years, through starting a family and business with a German soldier. But when her marriage deteriorated, even divorce was not enough to keep her vindictive and violent husband away. Throughout this difficult life, Sophia maintained the grit, charm, and optimism that saved her time and again as she made her &“escape into danger.&”
The Night They Killed Joss Varran (The Inspector Littlejohn Mysteries)
by George BellairsThe murder of a convict on the night of his release brings Littlejohn to the silent marshes of the Isle of Man in this thrilling British mystery novel.A deckhand and petty criminal, Joss Varran was set to return home after a year in jail. Instead, he’s found dead in a ditch not far from his sister’s cottage. While Varran was never well liked, it’s a mystery why anyone would bother to kill him . . . Facing a dead end, Inspector Knell of the Manx police calls in his friend from Scotland Yard, Chief Superintendent Littlejohn. Together they find that Varran was up to no good while working on a container ship between Ramsey and Preston. It seems the dockhand may have gotten in over his head . . . so much so that prison would seem like a safe place to hide . . .Now the two investigators chase a trail of clues to find those responsible for Varran’s death . . . and prevent others from meeting the same fate.
The Caretakers
by William T. DelamarA hospital administrator copes with chaos and death at his new job—but one act of terror will create an emergency he never imagined . . . Eastern College Hospital is on its third administrator in four years—and newly arrived Doug Carpenter is already finding it a challenge to provide quality care with the existing atmosphere of power struggles and greed. The combative environment obstructs any chance at a smooth-running operation and threatens Doug&’s authority—but that&’s not all. A patient commits suicide. A drunk anesthesiologist kills a mother during an emergency delivery. Several patients fall victim to an &“angel of death,&” and another is poisoned by an unscrupulous doctor. Then a union strike explodes into violence—and something much more precious to Doug than his career is endangered . . .
Death Sends for the Doctor (The Inspector Littlejohn Mysteries)
by George BellairsWhen a doctor is found murdered in a secret room of his mansion, a Scotland Yard detective uncovers a host of deadly secrets in this classic mystery.As the last stronghold of snobbery in the dying little city of Caldicott, Upper Square is home to the last remnants of old family dynasties. Doctor Beharrell, a prominent physician, is found murdered in a secret room in his home there. And Superintendent Littlejohn is already on the case—because someone warned him of the crime before it was discovered. Before he solves the case, Littlejohn must bring to light the strange history of the upper ten of Caldicott: a twisting tale of repressions, inbreeding, hatred, and madness. Littlejohn, whom David Holloway, of the News Chronicle, called “the most courteous of all fictional detectives,” finds all his good manners are needed to navigate this rarified world of eccentric characters.
Bound to Dream: An Immigrant Story
by Charles GhignaA heartwarming picture book about Carlo, a young Italian immigrant in 1800s New York City, that celebrates books and family as it instills the values of heritage, perseverance, and the love of learning. Transcending borders and generations, Bound to Dream: An Immigrant Story follows Carlo as he leaves his home in Italy and travels far away to New York City to create a new life. Carlo finds a job as a bookbinder and learns the skills of the trade, cultivating a love of books, words, and stories that he passes to future generations. Featuring stunning, atmospheric illustrations depicting Carlo’s immigrant journey, this picture book is based on the experiences of the author's great-grandfather. The uplifting true story inspires children ages four to eight to learn about their family history and how it shapes and lives on in them today.
The Postnatal Cookbook: Simple and Nutritious Recipes to Nourish Your Body and Spirit During the Fourth Trimester
by Jaren SoloffReplenish and rejuvenate your postpartum body with these seventy-five easy, healing, and protein-rich recipes designed with new moms in mind.If you’re a new or expecting mother, you probably know how important nutrition is during pregnancy. But you should pay just as much attention to nutrition in the fourth trimester, a vitally important time for recovering from your major physical and emotional journey.The delicious recipes in The Postnatal Cookbook are specifically formulated for a new mom’s nutritional needs. You’ll learn how to replenish and rejuvenate your postpartum body with uncomplicated, healing, and satisfying recipes like:Sweet Potato Breakfast BowlsRoasted Tomato and Fennel SoupHerb Baked SalmonQuick Chicken CurryGarlic HummusChia PuddingCrafted by a registered dietitian and lactation consultant, these recipes are paired with nutritional information and thoughtful tips for easy prep to help you nourish your body and thrive in the postpartum period!
Two Simple Shapes = 26 Crocheted Cardigans, Tops & Sweaters: If you can crochet a square and rectangle, you can make these easy-to-wear designs!
by Salena Baca&“These easy-to-follow instructions will have you hooking up a whole new wardrobe of beautiful, creative crochet pieces you will be proud to wear.&” —WeCrochet magazine Making crochet tops has never been so easy! Crocheted squares and rectangles can be shaped and combined to form a surprising array of pullovers, cardigans, lightweight tops, and wraps. Simple instructions will have you creating a variety of gorgeous crochet apparel. Most designs are beginner or intermediate level and build upon your knowledge of basic stitches to create textural styles that look more complex than they are. Crochet two squares to make the Diamond Crop Top, an on-trend lacy look you can whip up quickly, or crochet a rectangle, fold, and add sleeves to make the Goldenrod Cardigan, a squishy, comfy wrap to wear all year. Sumptuous yarns in gorgeous colors from Lion Brand&’s vast selection of yarns were chosen for the pattern samples shown in this book, assuring that all of the yarns used are easy-to-find, affordable options. Crochet in the colors shown, or try your own color scheme. Lion Brand yarns have a large selection of colors from which to choose, so enjoy the yarn aisle!
Keto BBQ Sauces, Rubs, and Marinades: 101 Low-Carb, Flavor-Packed Recipes for Next-Level Grilling and Smoking
by Ablog AileenTake the mystery out of prepping your protein with this guide guaranteed to keep you in ketosis while serving up the sweet and smoky flavors you crave.Spice up your next backyard barbecue with this ultimate book of keto-friendly and sugar-free BBQ sauces, relishes, aiolis, dressings, and other tasty condiments. The key to the best barbecue is in the sauce—the delicious, sweet, smoky flavor that gets basted in and charred. But most store-bought sauces are packed full of sugar and preservatives, which is sure to knock your body out of ketosis. Keto BBQ Sauces, Rubs, and Marinades will show you how to have it both ways—delicious keto-friendly barbecue with all the flavor and none of the sugar. No matter what you want to grill, smoke, griddle, or roast, this book has the recipe you need to make your meat juicy, flavorful, and, of course, keto-friendly. From mayos and aiolis to ketchup, mustards, and marinades, these easy recipes will add the perfect touch to your meal. You’ll learn how to make keto-friendly alternatives for your favorite sauces, like:North Carolina Vinegar SauceKorean BBQ SauceTeriyakiAfrican Peri Peri Sauce Spicy KetchupChimichurri Green Goddess DressingKeto BBQ Sauces, Rubs, and Marinades will show you that you can enjoy mouthwatering, flavor-packed barbecue and still keep to a keto lifestyle.
Japanese Military Strategy in the Pacific War: Was Defeat Inevitable?
by James B WoodIn this provocative history, James B. Wood challenges the received wisdom that Japan's defeat in the Pacific was historically inevitable. He argues instead that it was only when the Japanese military prematurely abandoned its original sound strategic plan—to secure the resources Japan needed and establish a viable defensible perimeter for the Empire—that the Allies were able to regain the initiative and lock Japanese forces into a war of attrition they were not prepared to fight. The book persuasively shows how the Japanese army and navy had both the opportunity and the capability to have fought a different and more successful war in the Pacific that could have influenced the course and outcome of World War II. It is therefore a study both of Japanese defeat and of what was needed to achieve a potential Japanese victory, or at the very least, to avoid total ruin. Wood's argument does not depend on signal individual historical events or dramatic accidents. Instead it examines how familiar events could have b
No Holding Back: Operation Totalize, Normandy, August 1944 (Stackpole Military History Series)
by Brian A ReidA groundbreaking study of the Canadians&’ first major operation in Normandy with new revelations on the death of German panzer ace Michael Wittmann. On the morning of August 8, 1944, the Canadian Army roared into action in Operation Totalize, a massive armored attack that aimed to break through enemy defenses south of Caen and trap the Germans in Normandy by linking up with Patton&’s U.S. Third Army. After initial gains, the assault lost momentum and failed to achieve all of its objectives. Brian A. Reid&’s landmark account the strategic context and planning of this controversial operation, details the actions of the men who fought and bled in this sector of Normandy, and sheds new light on who killed German panzer ace Michael Wittmann.
Boomer Explores Annapolis
by Angelique ClarkeFollow Boomer on his journey through historic Annapolis, Maryland
Swift Boats at War in Vietnam
by Guy Gugliotta;John Yeoman;and Neva SullawayIn this oral history, Vietnam veterans recount their stories of patrol and combat on the coast and in the Mekong Delta. Developed specifically for the Vietnam War, Swift Boats were versatile craft &“big enough to outrun anything they couldn&’t outfight&” but too small to handle even a moderate ocean chop, too loud to sneak up on anyone, and too flimsy to withstand the mildest of rocket attacks. This added challenges to an already tough mission: navigating coastal waters for ships and sampans smuggling contraband to the Viet Cong, disrupting enemy supply lines on the rivers and canals of the Mekong Delta, and inserting SEALs behind enemy lines. The stories in this book cover the Swift Boats&’ early years, which saw search-and-inspect operations in Vietnam&’s coastal waters, and their later years, when the Swift Boats' mission shifted to the Mekong Delta&’s labyrinth of three-thousand miles of rivers, streams, and canals. This is an intimate, exciting oral history of Swift Boats at war in Vietnam.
Don Troiani's Gettysburg: 36 Masterful Paintings and Riveting History of the Civil War's Epic Battle
by Tom Huntington Don TroianiThe acclaimed Civil War artist and historian vividly evokes the Battle of Gettysburg in this collection of thirty-six paintings paired with informative text. Don Troiani is renowned for his realistic and historically accurate paintings capturing the grand struggle of America&’s Civil War. In this volume, he presents thirty-six major paintings of the Gettysburg campaign. The beautifully reproduced artworks are enhanced by an introductory history of the battle by Civil War expert Tom Huntington. Each beautifully detailed and historically accurate painting is accompanied by a description of the scene and the historical figures taking part in the action.
Shanghai Gone: Domicide and Defiance in a Chinese Megacity (State & Society in East Asia)
by Qin Shao&“One of the best accounts of the reality of gentrification and urban development in China . . . grounded with solid historical, ethnographic and legal evidence&” (Urban Studies). In recent decades, the centuries-old city of Shanghai has been demolished and rebuilt into a gleaming megacity. With its world famous skyscrapers, it now ranks with New York and London as a hub of global finance. But that transformation has come at a grave human cost. In Shanghai Gone, Qin Shao applies the concept of domicide—the eradication of a home against the will of its dwellers—to the sweeping destruction of neighborhoods, families, and life patterns that made way for the new Shanghai. Shao gives voice to the holdouts and protesters who resisted domicide and demanded justice. She follows, among others, a reticent kindergarten teacher turned diehard petitioner; a descendant of gangsters and squatters who has become an amateur lawyer for evictees; and a Chinese Muslim who has struggled to recover his ancestral home in Xintiandi, an infamous site of gentrification dominated by a well-connected Hong Kong real estate tycoon. Highlighting the wrenching changes spawned by China&’s reform era, Shao vividly portrays the corrupt and rapacious pursuit of growth and profit, the personal wreckage it has left behind, and the enduring human spirit it has unleashed.
Leather Bracelets: Step-by-step instructions for 33 leather cuffs, bracelets and bangles with knots, beads, buttons and charms
by Nihon Vogue-ShaThirty-three easy-to-make designs—from friendship bracelets to a braided metallic cuff. Mix and match to create your own personal style! Make the most of one of today&’s hottest jewelry trends with Leather Bracelets, a collection of thirty-three beautiful beaded, knotted, and braided accessories that would be at home on the shelves of the most stylish designer boutiques. Gorgeous worn alone but even more stylish stacked, these bracelets can be made with readily available leather cord and findings and a few basic jewelry-making tools. Each hand-crafted bracelet can be made unique just by changing the colors and chosen charms or beads. Sized precisely to fit the recipient, these bracelets are sure to please!
Cracking Hitler's Atlantic Wall: The 1st Assault Brigade Royal Engineers on D-Day
by Richard C AndersonA military historian analyzes the ingenious WWII tanks known as Hobart&’s Funnies, detailing their development and their role in the D-Day campaign. When the British and Canadians landed in Normandy on June 6, 1944, they were accompanied by specialized armored vehicles designed to remove German obstacles and mines. Developed by the Royal Engineers, these tanks known as Hobart's Funnies featured a range of ingenious innovations, from carpet-laying and bridge-laying devices to a giant 290-millimeter mortar. Examining these vehicles from technical development to combat deployment, military historian Richard C. Anderson Jr. gives a minute-by-minute account of D-Day's early hours on Sword, Juno, and Gold Beaches—the critical moments when success hinged on the assault engineers&’ ability to clear a path or breach the seawall. Anderson also describes the events on Omaha and Utah Beaches, where U.S. troops, despite being offered these vehicles, stormed ashore without them. Through careful comparison of conditions and outcomes, Anderson assesses the vehicles&’ performance and impact on D-Day's successes and failures.
The Long Farewell (The Inspector Appleby Mysteries)
by Michael InnesThe head of Scotland Yard probes the suspicious death of a Shakespearean scholar with a collection of secrets in this classic British mystery. Lewis Packford, an Elizabethan scholar, is found shot in his library. It was rumored Packford recently acquired a book annotated by the Bard, but the book is nowhere to be seen. What is beside him, however, is a note that—as Packford was wont to do—quotes William Shakespeare: &“Farewell, a long farewell.&” Police believe Packford died from suicide, but Sir John Appleby, head of Scotland Yard and Packford&’s friend, disagrees. When Appleby arrives at the scholar&’s country house in Dorset, he meets an array of academics and bibliophiles who were all present the night of the murder. Suspects include Packford&’s brother, who stands to inherit the house, and Packford&’s two secret wives, who recently learned of each other&’s existence. As the secrets pile up, the erudite Appleby must get to the bottom of things before the killer forces anyone else to say goodbye for good.&“A model of the deft, classic detective story, told in the most wittily diverting prose.&” —The New York Times
Bully Able Leader: The Story of a Fighter-Bomber Pilot in the Korean War
by George G LovingThis USAF pilot&’s memoir &“masterfully describes the progress of the war . . . [and] superbly chronicles the many close-support and interdiction missions.&” —Air & Space Power Journal This action-packed account by an American pilot and squadron commander in the Korean War reveals just what it was like to fly the F-80 Shooting Star against MiGs and ground targets. Using the radio call sign of &“Bully Able Leader,&” Lieutenant General George G. Loving flew 112 combat missions in five major campaigns from 1950–1951. This well-written, first-hand account of life in the cockpit of a USAF fighter jet will appeal to aviation enthusiasts and military history buffs alike. &“Valuable insights of the flying environment that earmarked this first war of extensive use of jet combat aircraft.&” —Col. Joe McCue, USAF (Ret.), Air Power History
Under False Flags (The Wendell Lett Novels)
by Steve AndersonForced into the Battle of the Bulge, two soldiers on opposing sides find the courage to desert when their honor is betrayed in this WWII thriller.Belgium, 1944. For both American GI Wendell Lett and German seaman Holger Frings, the relentless bloodbath of World War II has become a prison and a curse. Just as Lett meets a Belgian woman who offers him deliverance from the toll of combat, he is pushed into a reckless false flag mission. At the same time, Frings is conscripted into a similar operation that takes him to the breaking point. Their fates collide in the surprise Ardennes counteroffensive known as the Battle of the Bulge. As Lett tries to find his way back to his beloved Heloise, he and Frings team up to desert their savage overseers while the battle rages around them. In Under False Flags, the absurdity of war is brought to brutal light as each side attempts to disguise their cannon fodder in enemy uniform. Under False Flags is the prequel to The Preserve, the second book featuring Wendell Lett.
Rolling Thunder Against the Rising Sun: The Combat History of U.S. Army Tank Battalions in the Pacific in World War II
by Gene Eric SaleckerThis WWII history sheds light on the extensive use of armored fighting vehicles in the Pacific Theater from the Philippines to Okinawa. Although the history of armor in World War II has captured the attention of countless authors, the extensive use of tanks in the Pacific has gone largely unexamined. Now historian Gene Eric Salecker corrects this oversight. With comprehensive detail, Salecker describes the exploits of American tanks on the jungle islands where troops engaged in savage combat and encountered unforgiving weather and terrain. Stationed in the Philippines when the Japanese attacked the islands in 1941, the U.S. Army's independent tank battalions fought from the very start of the war. From New Guinea and the Solomons to Makin, Saipan, and Guam, American armor proved instrumental in winning World War II in the Pacific.
7 Weeks to 10 Pounds of Muscle: The Complete Day-by-Day Program to Pack on Lean, Healthy Muscle Mass
by Brett Stewart Jason WarnerBUILD MASSIVE MUSCLES. Follow the day-by-day plan in this book and you will finally achieve the body you&’ve always wanted. Packed with clear charts and helpful photos, this book has everything you need to bulk up: •Easy-to-follow workouts •Step-by-step lifting instructions• Meal plan for maximum muscle growth The 7 Weeks to 10 Pounds of Muscle program takes less than 2 hours per week and requires just three simple ingredients: a can-do spirit, a carefully crafted exercise routine and a solid nutritional regimen. Offering field-tested programs and delicious muscle-building recipes, 7 Weeks to 10 Pounds of Muscle shows how quickly you can get strong and sculpted.
Omaha Beach: D-Day, June 6, 1944
by Joseph BalkoskiIncludes maps, photos, and firsthand accounts of participants: &“There is no better book on this vital chapter in American history.&” —Terry Copp, author of Fields of Fire Combining the personal recollections of soldiers with historical narrative and analysis of the actual invasion as it unfolded, this detailed description of the action at Omaha Beach during the Normandy invasion of World War II comes from &“the top living D-Day historian&” (USA Today). &“Anyone who wants to know anything about Omaha Beach, where the fighting was heaviest and bloodiest, must begin with this foundational book…The research is unparalleled and comprehensive enough to satisfy even the most skeptical scholar, yet the story is absorbing. The carnage of Omaha Beach comes to life with vivid contemporary descriptions from participants and witnesses, while the whole tale is deftly steered along by Balkoski&’s steady narration and his sense of the battle&’s larger significance. &‘History can provide at least a little solace that there was some meaning to it all,&’ he writes movingly. &‘D-Day was the decisive chapter of a twentieth century Iliad.&’ Indeed it was—and Balkoski is its Homer.&” —The Wall Street Journal &“Balkoski makes officer and enlisted-men&’s first-person testimony the center of this account.&” —Publishers Weekly &“Intensely researched and definitive.&” —Army magazine &“Balkoski&’s depiction of &‘Bloody Omaha&’ is the literary accompaniment to the white-knuckle Omaha Beach scene that opens Steven Spielberg&’s Saving Private Ryan.&” —The New York Post &“The best D-Day-related book I have read.&” —Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
The Fisherman's Ocean: How Marine Science Can Help You Find and Catch More Fish
by David A Ross PhDThis volume &“clearly explains how marine science can help saltwater anglers catch more and bigger fish . . . comprehensive yet accessible&” (Booklist). Here at last, in layman&’s terms, is a fisherman's guide to the habitat and behavior of saltwater fish. The author, an oceanographer and avid fly fisherman, explains the marine environment and the factors that affect where game fish congregate—everything from how they move with tides and currents to what they see, smell, taste, and hear. The copiously illustrated text covers inshore and offshore habitat and will prove invaluable to anyone who fishes in saltwater, whether in the surf, on the flats, or out at sea. The ocean is vast. It pays to be educated.
Surf Fishing the Atlantic Coast
by Eric B BurnleyFrom the outdoor writer and The Fisherman magazine field editor, &“a fine—nay, necessary—addition to any serious surf fisherman&’s library&” (George Reiger, author of Profiles in Saltwater Angling). Surf Fishing the Atlantic Coast is the guide every surf fisher, beginner to veteran, needs. Expert surf caster Eric Burnley offers the most up-to-date information available on tackle, baits, and casting technique. With information on: The how and why of rods, reels, line, and lures All about baits Casting basics that will get your line and lure to the fish Rigging and driving a surf-fishing vehicle Where the fish are and how to find them Where and when various species of fish show up along the surf Access points along the coast from Maine to Florida
Basic Pottery Making: All the Skills and Tools You Need to Get Started (How To Basics)
by Linda FranzAn illustrated guide to the fundamentals of pottery making with straightforward, expert instruction and four projects for the beginner potter. Complete with a chapter on tools and materials to get started, this easy-to-use guide explains and illustrates how to wedge clay, use a pottery wheel, shape and trim pots, determine clay thickness, add handles, and a host of other pottery-making techniques. It also contains a chapter on bisque firing and glazing, the final steps in creating beautiful and functional pottery. Includes complete instructions for making a large bowl, three styles of mugs, and a sugar bowl and creamer set.