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Why would anyone want to do something as dangerous as motorcycling? For those who love to ride, no explanation is necessary. For everyone else, there's Why We Ride. Designed as both an explanation for outsiders and an anthem for those within the fold, this new book presents the insights of Mark Barnes, PhD, a motorcycling clinical psychologist. As a popular columnist at Motorcycle Consumer News for more than 20 years, Dr. Barnes articulates the elusive...
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Want to Teach Your Kids about Transportation & Directions in German?Wonder How They're Pronounced?Enhance your learning experience with our complimentary audio recordings. Follow the link in the book to not only read but also listen and familiarize yourself with authentic German pronunciation.Delight in learning German with our vivid picture book!Key Features of the Book: German Names for Transportation & Directions.Vibrant Illustrations of Each Transport...
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Captain Maria Sanchez and Dr. Robert Sullivan lead a daring expedition aboard the research sub Pacifica to uncover the deepest ocean secrets. Among their breathtaking finds ancient stone ruins, hinting at a long-lost civilization. But before they can investigate, a mammoth lurking vessel destroys parts of the ruins, sending the terrified crew fleeing.
Analysis of the ruins shakes scientists, believing they belong to extraterrestrials. Undaunted,...
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Trucking collisions are an unrecognized epidemic. Though seemingly similar to normal accidents, these cases are high-stakes and abound in complexity. This book aims to give you vital information to help protect you and your family if you become involved in such a collision. You'll learn:
• Why commercial vehicles are more common than you think (p.33)
• How commercial cases are different (p.39)
• Why the trucking company has an advantage...
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Project Street Rod is a complete guide to restoring a vintage car, written by auto-restoration guru Larry Lyles, a regular contributor to Auto Restorer magazine. In this detailed 21-chapter volume, Lyles walks the car owner through every step of the modification, from the disassembly of the car and to the finish touches, all with detailed instructions. Lyles transforms a beat-up 1946 Ford into a car the looks nice, is very dependable, and is decked...
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Embark on an exhilarating journey through the pages of "Trip Hunter - A Travel Guide For Everyone", where adventure awaits at every turn. This meticulously crafted guide is your passport to discovering the world's most captivating destinations, curated for travelers of all tastes and preferences. From bustling cities to serene landscapes, this comprehensive guide offers insider tips, hidden gems, and advice to make your travels unforgettable. Whether...
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The Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad's history is one of big booms and bigger busts. When it became the first railroad to reach and then cross the Mississippi River in 1856, it emerged as a leading American railroad company. But after aggressive expansion and a subsequent change in management, the company struggled and eventually declared bankruptcy in 1915. What followed was a cycle of resurrections and bankruptcies, a grueling, ten-year,...
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Are you a solo traveler looking for the ultimate adventure? Look no further than the Sole Holiday Voyager's Handbook! This comprehensive guide is your ticket to the most thrilling and unforgettable One Traveller Holiday experience. Whether you're embarking on a soloholiday, just you holiday, singles holiday, or simply exploring the world through solo travel, this handbook is your ultimate companion.Solo travel has become increasingly popular in recent...
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The diesel locomotive sent shock waves through rigid corporate cultures and staid government regulators. For some, the new technology promised to be a source of enormous profits, for others, the railroad industry seemed a threat to their very livelihoods. Evolution of the American Diesel Locomotive introduces the reader to the important technological advances that gave rise to diesel engines, examining not only their impact on locomotive design, but...
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This book is An Easy Guide to Bangkok's taxis in Thailand. Many tourists and some locals are afraid to hail a taxi because of all the horror stories they hear. And it is true, there are some taxi drivers that take advantage of many unsuspecting tourists and overcharge them. Then there are the stories of taxi drivers being drunk, rude or on drugs. This can make your journey very unpleasant and slightly frightening, especially if you are on your
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Embark on a delectable journey around the globe with "Culinary Harmony: Savoring Sustainable Gastronomy Across the Globe," a captivating exploration that transcends mere culinary boundaries. Diving into the heart of diverse traditions, this book invites you to savor the kaleidoscope of flavors, history, and innovation that defines our global food landscape.In the opening chapters, discover the art of Culinary Journeys, where anticipation meets unexpected...
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Ever gotten lost in a book? Or on your bicycle? Or both at once, by falling through a portal on the page? Anything is possible in this collection of fifteen very short stories and one comic. Ranging from science fiction to fantasy and traveling in time from a reimagined past to the heat death of the universe, these stories combine the personal and popular power of spokes and words. Meet a young graduate who rides off to become a velo-archivist, a...
14) Sustainable Travel, Travel Green, Tread Lightly, Leave a Legacy ~ 131 Tips for Minimizing Your Trave
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It is possible and easy to embrace sustainable tourism into your travel plans, starting right NOW.Many practices involve some pre-planning, which is where this book comes in. This guide serves as your essential pre-travel toolkit, paving the way for a journey that conscientiously engages with the six sectors of today's travel industry. These sectors encompass: Accommodations, Adventure, Recreation & Exploration, Attractions and Event Conferencing,...
15) Puppies on Board
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When eleven puppies are born on Mollie's family's boat, chaos ensues. Mollie's mother wonders what to do, but Mollie has an idea. She will host a tea party in order to find homes for Charlotte, Heidi, Stuart, Margalo, Max, Pippi, Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, and Tigger. But Wilbur...Wilbur is special. Not just any home will do for him.
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Florida Book Awards Silver Medal Winner: New answers to one of the greatest mysteries of the twentieth century.
What really happened to Amelia Earhart? Since Earhart and her navigator disappeared during their around-the-world flight attempt in 1937, the world has searched in vain for an answer to this question. The culmination of thirteen years of research into this tantalizing mystery, The Earhart Enigma brings to life Earhart's final days in...
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Travel Tales: Sea Stories - The Ways of WaterI have collected so many fascinating stories of traveling the World's waterways from tales of ocean-going travel by huge ocean liners, and cruise ships to even sailboats. Indeed, if you expand the notion of travel along the World's waterways as well to include some of the Planet's most famous rivers, and if you consider the huge variety of means of water transport to also include small boats, canoes, rafts,...
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A young boy, lying awake one Christmas Eve, is welcomed aboard a magical trip to the North Pole...
Through dark forests, over tall mountains, and across a desert of ice, the Polar Express makes its way to the city atop the world, where the boy will make his Christmas wish.
For millions of readers worldwide, this mysterious journey to the North Pole has become a beloved classic. In this 30th anniversary edition, the inimitable artistry of Chris Van...
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In the summer of 1883, a famous clipper ship ran aground off the coast of Prince Edward Island near the home of a young girl named Lucy Maud Montgomery. Lucy Maud, who became one of Canada's most beloved writers, wrote about the grand adventure in her journals and reflected on it years later in her notebooks. The town of Cavendish was transformed by the presence of the crew, and the ship's captain stayed with Lucy Maud and her strait-laced grandparents....
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In "Blue Horizons: Harnessing Green Hydrogen for Maritime Decarbonization," embark on a transformative journey across the seas where innovation meets sustainability. As the maritime industry navigates the choppy waters of climate change, a beacon of hope emerges: green hydrogen. This revolutionary fuel promises to chart a new course toward decarbonization, ushering in an era of cleaner, greener shipping. Through meticulous research and insightful...
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