Publisher: e-artnow
This book is about the American Arts scene in the early 1920s. Seldes devotes a chapter to each of the arts. These are motion pictures; music; US. theater; dance; journalism; circus and American Wit and Humour. Several prominent practitioners of the time are discussed.
On June 23, 2000, the iron-ore carrier MV Treasure, en route from Brazil to China, foundered off the coast of Cape Town, South Africa, spilling 1,300 tons of oil into the ocean and contaminating the habitat of 75,000 penguins. Realizing that 41 percent of the world's population of African penguins could perish, local conservation officials immediately launched a massive rescue operation, and 12,500 volunteers from around the globe rushed to South Africa in hopes of saving the imperiled birds. Serving as a rehabilitation manager during the initial phase of the three-month rescue effort, Dyan deNapoli-better known as "the Penguin Lady" for her extensive work with penguins-and fellow volunteers de-oiled, nursed back to health, and released into the wild nearly all of the affected birds. Now, at the tenth anniversary of the disaster, deNapoli recounts this extraordinary true story of the world's largest and most successful wildlife rescue. When she first entered the enormous warehouse housing most of the 19,000 oiled penguins, the birds' total silence told deNapoli all she needed to know about the extent of their trauma. African penguins are very vocal by nature, prone to extended fits of raucous, competitive braying during territorial displays and pair-bonding rituals, but these poor creatures now stood silently, shoulder to shoulder, in a state of shock. DeNapoli vividly details the harrowing rescue process and the heartbreaking scenarios she came up against alongside thousands of volunteers: unforgettable images of them laboriously scrubbing the oil from every penguin feather and force-feeding each individually; the excruciatingly painful penguin bites every volunteer received; and the wrenching decisions about birds too ill to survive. She draws listeners headfirst into the exhausting physical and emotional experience and brings to life the cast of remarkable characters-from Big Mike, a compassionate Jiu-Jitsu champion with a booming voice, who worked every day of the rescue effort; to a man named Welcome, a.k.a. "the Penguin Whisperer," who had the amazing ability to calm any penguin he held in his arms; to Louis, a seventeen-year-old medical student who created a new formula for the highly effective degreaser used by the rescue mission-whose historic and heroic efforts saved the birds from near extinction. The extraordinary international collaboration of scientists, zookeepers, animal rescue groups, and thousands of concerned individuals helped save the African penguins-recently declared an endangered species-from an all-too-common man-made disaster.DeNapoli's heartwarming and riveting story is not just a portrait of these captivating birds, nor is it merely a cautionary tale about the environment. It is also an inspirational chronicle of how following one's passion can lead to unexpected, rewarding adventures-and it illustrates not only how people from around the world can unite for a greater purpose but how they can be extraordinarily successful when doing so. The Great Penguin Rescue will inspire listeners to believe they can make a difference.Show book
Injuries and damages caused by mountain lion encounters are on the increase in several western states as the suburbs there move into mountain lion territory and as lions learn to hunt in the suburbs. For public safety, fish and wildlife officials suggest the following behavioral guidelines . . .Show book
Lou got a black eye from a date. Lou's running for dog catcher. Lou is becoming an artist. Susan is mad at Lou since he went out with another girl. Bud wants some new ideas for the show. Benny Rubin has an idea to let the audience participate.Show book
First time toilet training a puppy? Confused and not sure what to do? Had several dogs before, but still having trouble with this one? If so, this book was written for you. Unfortunately, typical toilet training guidelines and programs frequently fail to meet the needs of dog owners. And here’s why. They often: · Exclude essential information · Use misinformation · Take a cookie cutter approach Toilet Training Your Puppy - The Complete Guide for New Dog Owners by professional dog trainer, James Leung, is packed with all the essential details and tips needed to successfully toilet train your puppy. It helps you create a personalized approach that matches your specific lifestyle and circumstances. You’ll also learn to:Develop realistic expectationsMaster human-dog communicationBe well prepared for any “accident”Teach your puppy where the toilet is—and where it isn’tEnjoy creating an everlasting bond with your new furry friend … and so much more! You’ll love this invaluable resource, because it’s easy to follow and takes you through the process step-by-step. Equipped with the right information, anyone can successfully potty train a dog - including you. Get it now.Show book
#1 New York Times bestseller:A hilarious look at one of the toughest jobs on earth, by a writer “with the comic equivalent of perfect pitch” (The Boston Globe). Anyone who thinks motherhood is easy has never had children. To care for children, a husband, and oneself is a superhuman task, and any woman who appears to be expert at doing all three simultaneously is not Supermom—she’s a good actress. For three decades, Erma Bombeck chronicled motherhood’s daily frustrations and victories. In this classic anthology, she presents all sorts of mothers, and even a stay-at-home dad, on good days and bad. With hilarious anecdotes and deep compassion, she shows that there is no other profession that demands so much, and rewards so highly. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Erma Bombeck including rare images and never-before-seen documents from the author’s estate.Show book
The Warrior's Principles Never Change... But What If They Are Flawed?The greatest warriors of the land disappeared without a trace. But were they missing, or merely hiding?Now one young warrior, eager to prove himself, ventures into the nether to earn his place.But will he come out on top, or will the nether change him in ways he never could have imagined?Disclaimer: This is not an official Minecraft book and is not authorized or owned by MojangShow book
