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  The Silver Invicta - Journeys...

  Tom Harland

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  The Silver Invicta is a stream of impressions from a fishing life, in its varying moods, colored with plenty of whisky and eccentric company. Join Tom Harland on his light-hearted journeys with his fly rod; take part in his triumphs and disasters on rough, wild camping trips and share his encounters with the wildlife of Scotland’s rivers and lochs.  The ‘Silver Invicta’ was the traditional fly which was taken by Tom’s first salmon and is also a nod to the spirit of Scotland’s embattled migratory fish. Tom has fished throughout his local Scottish Borders, England, the Western Isles and New Zealand (a country he lived and worked in for two years), but his real passion is for the brown trout of the hill lochs of Assynt in the North-west Highlands.  Open this treasure trove of a book to share the pleasure the author finds through fishing respectfully in magical, wild, and seldom-visited places.

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  Survival Is Not Assured - The...

  Geoff Powter, Michael Kennedy

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  Jim Donini has been an icon of American climbing for the past fifty years, pushing the boundaries of alpine ascents around the world, and inspiring generations with his achievements. In Survival Is Not Assured, award-winning author Geoff Powter dives into Donini's remarkable life story, exploring his groundbreaking climbs and his tumultuous experiences both on and off the rock. From the tragic death of his best friend in a car accident to his integral role in the Yosemite "Valley Uprising," Donini's life has been a roller coaster of highs and lows, but his spirit of resilience and determination has been unyielding. 
   
   
   
  Through personal interviews and never-before-shared stories, this authorized biography examines the life and legacy of this iconic climber, providing an inspiring and thought-provoking look at an American legend.

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  Revisiting the Depths:...

  Amy Tan

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   "... is a work of art... (and) ... compelling read for those drawn to personal growth, environmental concerns, and the spiritual connection with nature." 
  "The writing doesn't just tell—it immerses.  ... a thoughtful meditation on life." 
  — Literary Titan 
  "... a must-read ... Readers will finish this book feeling inspired and with a newfound understanding of the indomitable human spirit." 
  "... an immersive memoir that transports readers to another time and place. ...relatable to readers from all walks of life." 
  — Books to Hook Publishing 
  You Need to Read this Award-Winning Memoir of Healing and Self-Discovery 
  Amy Tan masterfully blends self-help with a powerful story of healing and growth in this inspirational book. If you’re looking for healing books for women, men, and even young adults. 
  A traumatic first dive dampens her love of the ocean. Thirty years later, the ocean is still in her blood, but fear holds her back from trying again. 
  Unable to ignore the lure of the waters and the beauty of the ocean, she decides to overcome her fear and reclaim her life. On the beautiful, little-known Tioman Island, she gathers her courage. 
  Guided by her divemaster and supported by her husband, Amy learns to trust herself. With every dive, the ocean inspires her to overcome all that holds her back – and not just in the water. 
  Each trip below the surface challenges her fear and helps her discover who she is truly meant to be. Get inspired with this growth mindset book to face your fears, find peace, and jump into life with your whole heart. 
  If you only read one memoir this year, make it this one – discover the lessons learned in the depths of the ocean and unlock the keys to personal growth and spiritual growth.

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  The Zen of Climbing

  Francis Sanzaro

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  "Outstandingly good … It may be the single most insightful book about climbing ever written."  Paul Sagar, Climber, writer, thinker 
  What do Zen masters, sixteenth-century Samurai, and the world’s elite climbers have in common? 
  They have perfected the of awareness, of being in the moment, of trusting the process. 
  Climbing is a sport of perception, and our successes and failures are matters of mind as much as body. 
  Written by philosopher, essayist, and lifelong climber Francis Sanzaro, The Zen of Climbing explores the fundamentals of successful climbing, delving into sports psychology, neuroscience, philosophy, and Taoism. Awareness, he argues, is the alchemy of climbing, allowing us to merge mental and physical attributes in one embodied whole. 
  This compact volume puts the climber’s mind at the forefront of practice.

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  25 Meters to God

  Tad M. Weiss

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  "Mr. Weiss? I'm sorry, but . . . it seems there's been an accident."With that life-changing call in June 2014, Tad Weiss learns that his daughter, Maggie, who is ten days into a study-abroad program in Seville, Spain, has been hit by a bus while on her morning run. Within hours he and his wife, Wendy, are on a plane to Seville and to the hospital where Maggie lies in a coma. Feeling helpless and anxious to get to their daughter, they do the only thing that brings them comfort-they pray.What at first appears to be an unimaginable tragedy soon reveals itself as evidence that God is in complete control. Through the support of Wendy and an unexpected community of believers, Tad's eyes are opened to God's desire to use even the most catastrophic of events to achieve His purposes. This story of healing and spiritual reawakening is told through the viewpoint of a grief-stricken father, utilizing the posts he wrote at the time to share Maggie's progress with friends, family, and a growing number of followers.This journey of faith and uncertainty culminates in an amazing and unforeseen athletic accomplishment that wouldn't have happened if not for the accident. It is a testimony to the power of prayer, and proof that God performs miracles today, just as He always has. Anyone who loves a story of perseverance and faith will find encouragement in 25 Meters to God.

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  Behind the Lens - The World...

  Steve Babineau, Brian Codagnone

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  A one-of-a-kind collection including some never-before-seen photographs of the wild and unforgettable WHA from legendary sports photographer Steve Babineau
  		
  		 
  On October 12, 1972, legendary Boston sports photographer, Steve Babineau, was in attendance for the debut of the New England Whalers. They were taking on the Philadelphia Blazers at the old Boston Garden — and Babs was shooting the action. Fifty years later, he’s still photographing big-league sports events — but this lovingly curated collection documents both his earliest published (and unseen) works and the wild emergence of the colorful, revolutionary, wild, and unforgettable WHA.
  		 
  In an era when rolls of film still had to be changed by hand and cameras were focused manually, when arena lighting was questionable and images had to be captured through the haze produced by smoking fans, Babineau captured it all: the timeless legends who were finally getting paid, the journeymen who finally got a shot at the pros, the 17-year-old who would go on to rewrite record books, the brawls and goals, the glorious ’staches and flows, the highs and the lows …
  		 
  Behind the Lens: The World Hockey Association 50 Years Later has the Golden Jet and the Howes, the teams that seemed to change names and cities as often as some players changed wooden sticks, and even the true origin story of that Wayne Gretzky photo that’s become the million-dollar holy grail for sports card collectors.

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