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This story chronicles the first year of a veteran with his guide
dog. Guide Dogs for the visually impaired are truly remarkable
animals and the bond that develops between these two can be
extraordinary. Total trust and unconditional love are the corner
stones of their relationship. This book follows that development in
a light hearted, tongue-in-cheek manner from the dog's perspective.
Alyce La Gasse from OR wrote; Move over Lassie, Ace the Guide Dog
Detective is on the job now. With a unique combination of humor,
pathos, and ingenious dog-dialog, Adams cleverly conveys his very
special relationship with Ace. Through a series of shared
adventures with Ken, 'the blond', and the hero of the story, Ace,
the reader is introduced to the world of those who have limited or
no vision and their challenges. There is no self-pity in Ken's
story . . . in a very sweet and delightful tongue-in-cheek
presentation; he shares his love for his dog, their dedication to
each other, and his joy in having Ace as a guide, a partner, and a
friend. Phillip Blaney from CA. wrote; I really liked this book. A
good story line and I loved the way he drew the reader into the
story. A good read for all ages, a dog lovers delight. Rich Holland
from PA. wrote; I just finished reading your book. Without wanting
to sound patronizing, IT WAS GREAT What a dog I really and truly
enjoyed reading it and will recommend it to all. Jim Aker from VA.
wrote; I loved the book. Good for all dog lovers and others as
well. I would recommend it for young and old alike. I look forward
to his next book.
This lavishly illustrated visual encyclopedia tells the story of
our world in depth and detail from the dawn of civilization to the
present day. Charting human endeavour from every angle, History
chronicles the significant events, ground-breaking ideas, political
forces, and technological advances that have shaped our planet.
Every historical episode is explored and explained with the help of
stunning images that bring the authoritative text to life.
Important points in history, from the battle of Hastings and the
storming of the Bastille to D-Day and 9/11, have clear but concise
coverage, together with profiles of influential figures, such as
Julius Caesar, Cleopatra, and Nelson Mandela. It's time to head
back in time and explore the past with this striking history book,
which features: - Profiles of key people who have made history -
Features on inventions, discoveries, and ideas that changed the
world - Graphics lend immediacy and impact to key statistics -
National Histories section separately chronicles key events of
every country As each moment in history is defined and detailed,
supporting panels note the causes and consequences, providing wider
context and broadening our horizons. New and enhanced coverage of
recent events - such as the Arab Spring - and contemporary issues
such as climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic, bring the book
firmly into the present. With its broad-themed approach to
important historical events, this book shows that ours is a history
with genes and viruses, not just battle and treaties - and the
stories and biographies of men and women from every corner of the
globe who have shaped today's world reaffirm that History is the
story of humankind in which everyone has a part to play.
This book, originally published in 1967, traces the development of
the United States in the twentieth century, paying particular
attention to the years after 1917. At the time Dr Adams was already
one of the leading British scholars in American studies and had
done much to encourage interest in the subject. The book follows
two main themes. One traces the change in America's place in the
world from a position of isolation, and one suspicion of foreign
entanglements, to its present role as leader of the western world.
The second is the increasing initiative taken by the Federal
Government in improving social conditions and ensuring civil rights
for all citizens. There is a wide-ranging introductory chapter
covering the period up to 1918, and accounts of the cultural and
social background are included.
Explore the science innovations as you have never seen them with
this visual guide. From the humble beginnings of science, right
through to today's information age - go on a journey through the
history of science through its people, inventions, and discoveries.
This updated 3rd edition explores astronomy, biology, geology,
mathematics, and more in stunning visual detail. Inside the pages
of Science: The Definitive Visual History, you'll find: - The most
recent scientific discoveries across a variety of fields, from
astronomy to genetics - Scientific concepts explained using clear,
instantly understandable text combined with informative diagrams
and CGIs - Feature spreads that illuminate the breakthroughs that
changed the world - "Before" and "After" panels allow the reader to
follow a particular theme throughout the book This fully
comprehensive visual guide delves into the groundbreaking moments
in science that changed the world. Explore the experiments,
theories, and individuals and why each is so significant to
developing scientific thought from Greek geometry to quantum
physics. This science book also includes great scientists such as
Zhang Heng, Isaac Newton, and Marie Curie and gives you more
information about the people behind each discovery. Updated to
include the latest scientific developments, from recent advances in
genetic engineering to the detection of gravitational waves 100
years after Einstein predicted their existence, Science is the
ultimate gift for any science or history enthusiasts!
This story chronicles the first year of a veteran with his guide
dog. Guide Dogs for the visually impaired are truly remarkable
animals and the bond that develops between these two can be
extraordinary. Total trust and unconditional love are the corner
stones of their relationship. This book follows that development in
a light hearted, tongue-in-cheek manner from the dog's perspective.
Alyce La Gasse from OR wrote; Move over Lassie, Ace the Guide Dog
Detective is on the job now. With a unique combination of humor,
pathos, and ingenious dog-dialog, Adams cleverly conveys his very
special relationship with Ace. Through a series of shared
adventures with Ken, 'the blond', and the hero of the story, Ace,
the reader is introduced to the world of those who have limited or
no vision and their challenges. There is no self-pity in Ken's
story . . . in a very sweet and delightful tongue-in-cheek
presentation; he shares his love for his dog, their dedication to
each other, and his joy in having Ace as a guide, a partner, and a
friend. Phillip Blaney from CA. wrote; I really liked this book. A
good story line and I loved the way he drew the reader into the
story. A good read for all ages, a dog lovers delight. Rich Holland
from PA. wrote; I just finished reading your book. Without wanting
to sound patronizing, IT WAS GREAT What a dog I really and truly
enjoyed reading it and will recommend it to all. Jim Aker from VA.
wrote; I loved the book. Good for all dog lovers and others as
well. I would recommend it for young and old alike. I look forward
to his next book.
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