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  Birding for Boomers - And...

  Sneed B. Collard III

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  Birding for Boomers is a friendly, accessible, and humorous guide to discovering the joys of bird watching. Beginning birders of all ages will get answers to every question they may have, like which birds like feeders, the difference between a finch and a flicker, or which birding app to use. The guide also helps birders plan everything from local explorations to exciting "bird-cations." 
   
   
   
  Late-bloomer birders will appreciate Collard's personal insights and tips for overcoming aging-related challenges such as physical handicaps, poor hearing, or failing eyesight. Additional sections cover sharing birding with others and contributing to community science, habitat stewardship, and bird conservation. 
   
   
   
  Appealing and lighthearted, Birding for Boomers will help a wide range of listeners overcome any doubts and get started with watching, understanding, and conserving our feathered friends.

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  Undercover Angels - Virginia...

  Davis Truman

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  Step into the covert world of World War II's untold heroes, the female agents of the Special Operations Executive (SOE). While history often overlooks their pivotal roles, these daring women defied societal norms and infiltrated enemy lines, rewriting the rules of warfare. 
  "Undercover Angels: Virginia Hall And The Spy Women Who Fought The Nazis During World War II" uncovers their remarkable journey, from recruitment to undercover operations and imprisonment. Drawing from classified documents and personal accounts, this gripping tale reveals their dual identity as combatants and strategic spies, leveraging femininity as a formidable weapon. 
  Explore how these extraordinary women challenged perceptions of wartime roles, leaving a legacy that continues to captivate the world's imagination, morphing from combatants into the enigmatic realm of espionage.

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  Rescuing the Newborn Brain

  Andrew Whitelaw

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  Andrew Whitelaw is Emeritus Professor of Neonatal Medicine in the University of Bristol. At the age of seven he was shocked to meet a girl his own age who could not walk or talk because of severe cerebral palsy. He tells, from his own experience, how it became possible to investigate and image the brain of newborn babies, to understand the different ways that babies brains can be damaged and to develop treatments to prevent injury or help the brain to recover.  He describes how many dedicated colleagues persevered with research despite setbacks and failures. 

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  Idle in Provence - A Brief...

  Eric Idle

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  In 1971, at the beginning of Monty Python mania, Eric Idle bought a crumbling ruin in the hills of Provence. With no electricity, no water, no road, and no plan, he set out to transform the neglected stone shack into what he lovingly calls a shackeau. 
  Idle in Provence is the story of the transformation of both the place and the man. Against the sun-drenched backdrop of southern France, Idle penned iconic songs and scripts, hosted a revolving door of eccentric and brilliant friends—George Harrison, Robin Williams, Paul Simon, and others—and found a rare kind of peace far from the madness of showbiz. Equal parts memoir, travelogue, and comedy masterclass, the book is filled with laugh-out-loud moments, tender reflections, and the kind of sharp, self-deprecating wit only Idle can deliver. 
  As he reflects on love, loss, friendship, and joy, Idle paints a vivid portrait of a place that became more than a home—it became a sanctuary. The story spans decades. It’s a love letter to France, to old friends, and to the wild, unpredictable journey of being alive. 
  Along the way, readers are treated to behind-the-scenes glimpses of Eric Idle’s creative output, candid memories of fame, and thoughtful meditations on life, purpose, and the legacy of laughter. 
  Charming, cheeky, and unexpectedly moving, Idle in Provence is Eric Idle at his best—hilarious, candid, and unforgettable. 
   

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  Borderline - Defending the Home...

  Vincent Vargas

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  An inside look at the U.S./Mexican border through the eyes of former U.S. Border Patrol agent, Vincent Vargas, who served in Iraq and Afghanistan with the U.S. Army’s 75th Ranger Regiment.This program is read by the author and features a foreword written and read by #1 New York Times bestselling author Jocko Willink.The U.S./Mexican border stretches nearly 2,000 miles and is protected by a thin line of overworked and underfunded U.S. Border Patrol Agents, who risk their lives every day.  Stigmatized in the media and fought over in the halls of Washington D.C., this is the true story of what is really happening on the U.S./Mexican border.Borderline provides an inside look through the eyes of former U.S. Border Patrol agent, Vincent Vargas, who is no stranger to violence, having served in Iraq and Afghanistan with the U.S. Army’s 75th Ranger Regiment.The story begins on the battlefields of the Middle East and culminates on the southwest border of the United States, where Vargas was tasked with protecting his country, his fellow agents, and the immigrants caught in the middle. He learned firsthand about the unforgiving brutality of the cartels, human traffickers and the desert.  After bearing witness to the carnage, Vargas made the decision to join the Border Patrol’s elite search & rescue unit called BORSTAR.With almost unfettered access, Vargas provides an in-depth, never-before-seen look into the U.S. Border Patrol, from the agency’s origins to its present-day missions.A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press.

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  Simpin' ain't easy - twelve...

  Vincent Gervasi

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  Introducing "Simpin' Ain't Easy: Twelve Steps to Embracing Common Sense and Rejecting Stupidity" - a powerful blend of self-help and memoir philosophy that challenges conventional thinking and transforms lives. 
  In this thought-provoking journey, our author fearlessly embraces accountability and lays bare the truth about life - its ups, its downs, and everything in between. "Simpin' Ain't Easy" unveils the raw realities of living life on life's terms, leaving no room for excuses or blame. Every decision, every twist and turn, brings us back to the person we see in the mirror, urging us to confront our choices and shape our destinies. 
  But this is not your typical self-help book; our author won't lecture you with empty platitudes. Instead, he invites you into the depths of his own personal catastrophes, baring his soul to reveal the path he took to recovery and self-discovery. Unapologetically honest and void of political correctness, "Simpin' Ain't Easy" is a real, unfiltered odyssey towards genuine humility. 
  Prepare to challenge your assumptions, shatter barriers, and awaken the greatness within. Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-awareness and genuine change? "Simpin' Ain't Easy" beckons you to step up, take charge, and seize the reins of your life. 
  If you seek transformation, if you crave authenticity, and if you yearn for a life of purpose, then this raw and empowering masterpiece is your indispensable companion. Embrace the journey and embrace yourself. 
  Are you ready to reject the facade of stupidity and embrace the wisdom of living authentically? Unleash your true potential today with "Simpin' Ain't Easy."

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