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  Crisis on Mount Hood - Stories...

  Christopher Van Tilburg

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  In Crisis on Mount Hood, author and emergency room doctor Christopher Van Tilburg looks at the history of America's oldest all-volunteer mountain rescue team, the Hood River Crag Rats, and his own three-decade commitment to search and rescue. Centered on Oregon's iconic 11,249-foot-high Mount Hood, considered by many to be the world's most-climbed glaciated peak, this dramatic narrative leads listeners through a century of life-and-death challenges. 
   
   
   
  Covering the past, present, and future of Mount Hood, Van Tilburg highlights the titans of mountain rescue, the ways that outdoor recreation has changed over time, the challenging effects of climate change, and, most of all, the unwavering passion of search and rescue volunteers.

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  I Am Herod

  Richard Kelly Kemick

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  On a whim, armchair-atheist Richard Kelly Kemick joins the 100-plus cast of The Canadian Badlands Passion Play, North America's largest production of its kind and one of the main tourist attractions in Alberta. By the time closing night is over, Kemick has a story to tell. From the controversial choice of casting to the bizarre life in rehearsal, this glorious behind-the-scenes look at one of Canada's strangest theatrical spectacles also confronts the role of religion in contemporary life and the void left by its absence for non-believers. 
  "Kemick's book is that delicious cross between Waiting for Guffman and The Studhorse Man, a rousing personal comedy that dances between the sweat of art and the glue of experience. Nothing like it exists in non-fiction, but don't read it for that reason. Read it because it sticks to your fingers and you can't shake it off." — Dave Bidini 
  "Well-observed and poignant, this is a fascinating look into a largely unknown world." — Michael Coren 
  "Richard Kemick spends a summer in Alberta's Bible Belt where it may be easier to find God than a vegetarian meal. There, he confronts age-old questions about belief with near-miraculous freshness, honesty, and humour. A deeply personal investigation of the blurred border between faith and imagination." — Marcello Di Cintio

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  George Washington Is Cash Money...

  Cory O'Brien

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  PREPARE TO BE BEAKED BY THE MAJESTIC EAGLE OF HISTORY 
   
    
   
  Most of us are familiar with the greatest hits and legendary heroes of US history. In George Washington Is Cash Money, Cory O'Brien, author of Zeus Grants Stupid Wishes, does away with the pomp and circumstance and calls America's history what it is: one long, violent soap opera. In his signature clever, crude, and cuss-ridden style, O'Brien reminds us that: 
   
    
    
  ● Teddy Roosevelt stopped bullets with his manly chest 
   
   
   
  ● Harriet Tubman avoided danger by having prophetic seizures. 
   
   
   
  ● Joseph Smith invented Mormonism by staring into a hat full of rocks. 
   
   
   
  ● Billy the Kid was finally defeated by the smell of fresh bacon. 
   
   
    
  And there's plenty more Star Spangled stupidity where that came from.

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  Singapore Travel Guide -...

  Captivating Travels

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  Experience Singapore with maps, QR codes, and over 100  images
   
  Step into a destination where modern precision meets centuries of heritage. This guide shows you how to move through Singapore with confidence, eat like a local, explore with purpose, and understand what makes this city unlike any other in Asia.
  
  Inside, you will discover:
  
  - Simple, structured itineraries from one-day highlights to five-day explorations, each designed around transport efficiency and comfort. 
  - Comprehensive neighborhood coverage including Marina Bay, Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Orchard Road, and Sentosa Island. 
  - Detailed landmark profiles with historical background, visiting tips, and the best times for photography. 
  - Practical travel logistics covering transport systems, safety, currency, language basics, and cultural etiquette. 
  - Food and dining guidance featuring top hawker centers, local dishes, and insider dining routines. 
  - Nature and outdoor escapes such as the Botanic Gardens, Pulau Ubin, and Bukit Timah Nature Reserve. 
  - Local culture explained clearly: religions, festivals, and traditions that define daily life in Singapore. 
  - Hidden corners and calm retreats where residents go to slow down, away from the city's main flow. 
  - Useful Malay, Tamil, and Mandarin phrases for polite, confident communication. 
  - And much, much more! 
   
  Click  Add to Cart now and start planning a journey through one of the world's most efficient, safe, and culturally rich destinations.

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  This Sorrow that Lifts Me Up

  Florbela Espanca

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  Florbela Espanca (1894–1930) is one of Portugal's most celebrated poets. This bilingual anthology allows English-speaking readers to see why she deserves to be more widely known. Her poetry speaks passionately of longing, love and sexual liberation against the backdrop of the interwar années folles. After her untimely demise in 1930, Espanca quickly became the stuff of legend, thanks to the captivating combination of a tumultuous life-story and a string of signature sonnets that alternate between feelings of crushing failure and proclamations of lust for life. This bilingual antology, edited by Cláudia Pazos-Alonso, with illustrations by Margarida Fleming and translation by Simon Park, allows English-speaking readers to see why Espanca deserves to be widely known.

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  The Black Candle

  Emily Murphy

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  ""The Black Candle" is a significant work by Emily F. Murphy, also known as "Janey Canuck". This early exploration of the illegal drug trade in Canada was initially published in 1922 based on earlier articles in Maclean's Magazine. Let's delve into the details:    Summary  Topic: The novel sheds light on the evils of the drug trade.  Setting: It focuses on Canada during the early 20th century.  Content: Murphy's exposé delves into the impact of drugs, including opium, heroin, cocaine, and marijuana.  Legacy: Her work led to laws governing narcotics in Canada, which remained largely unchanged until the late 1960s.  Emily Murphy's courageous exploration of this pressing issue remains relevant, and her efforts paved the way for greater awareness and regulation."

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