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Herge's Tintin cartoon adventures have been translated into more
than fifty languages and read by tens of millions of children aged,
as their publishers like to say, 'from 7 to 77'. Arguing that their
characters are as strong and their plots as complex as any dreamt
up by the great novelists, Tom McCarthy asks a simple question: is
Tintin literature? McCarthy takes a cue from Tintin himself, who
spends much of his time tracking down illicit radio signals,
entering crypts and decoding puzzles and suggests that we too need
to 'tune in' and decode if we want to capture what's going on in
Herge's work. What emerges is a remarkable story of hushed-up royal
descent in both Herge's work and his own family history. McCarthy
shows how the themes this story generates - expulsion from home,
violation of the sacred, the host-guest relationship turned sour
and anxieties around questions of forgery and fakeness - are the
same that have fuelled and troubled writers from the classical era
to the present day. His startling conclusion is that Tintin's
ultimate 'secret' is that of literature itself. Appearing on the
eve of the release of a major Steven Spielberg Tintin film, Tintin
and the Secret of Literature should be avidly devoured by not only
Tintin lovers but also by anyone with an interest in literature,
philosophy or art.
Here are stunning long-buried stories that give proof to the words
Admiral Chester Nimitz used to describe the hero Marines on Iwo
Jima: "Uncommon valor was a common virtue." Painstakingly selected
from the most moving battle accounts written about American heroism
and breathtaking courage during the largest war in the world
history, this breathtaking anthology brings readers to the front
lines in inspiring detail. Courage, duty, and honor became
watchwords for Americans in combat --most of whom were volunteer
soldiers, sailors and Marines. Freedom and principle mattered more
than their own lives. Moving, emotional, and gripping, Great
American WWII Stories offers hidden gems from major battles like
Iwo Jima and Okinawa. It puts readers on Omaha Beach during D-Day.
But here also is the story of USS Nautilus, which engaged the
Japanese on fourteen different patrols, from the Battle of Midway
to the liberation of the Philippines. Here too is the breathtaking
story of Operation Tidal Wave, the bloodiest air battle in the
history of war; and a gripping account of American paratroopers,
isolated behind enemy lines, fighting the elite German SS in
Normandy after D-Day. Great American WWII Stories brings readers
into the impenetrable jungles of the Philippines on a mission to
rescue American prisoners of war and puts them beside a downed
American pilot in Burma who faces two choices: die or walk to
safety. Great American WWII Stories is a magnificent collection of
gripping accounts of battles great and small. It is tribute to
Americans who were willing to risk it all, and in many cases did.
The newspaper advertisement for volunteers to accompany Ernest
Shackleton on his planned traverse of Antarctica in 1914 was frank
in its offering. "Men wanted for hazardous journey. Low wages,
bitter cold, long hours of complete darkness. Safe return doubtful.
Honour and recognition in event of success." Still, hundreds
applied. There were few chances left to be the first to reach the
last challenge on Earth. As the 20th Century came of age, explorers
had uncovered most of the world's mysteries, sailing to the far
corners of the globe, ascending many of its most forbidding peaks,
crossing its greatest deserts and penetrating its thickest jungles.
Frozen, alien, inhospitable, dangerous, and close to impossible to
reach, there were only two tiny dots on the globe that human beings
had not yet set foot on--the North and South Poles. The Greatest
Polar Exploration Stories Ever Told is a visceral, exciting and
stunning collection of twelve stories recounting the bravery,
resoluteness, and strength of the men who willingly traversed
frozen hells to be the first to reach the North or South Pole. It
is a collection that will both inspire and inform--and answer
questions about the limits of human endurance. Many men would die
during their challenging, frozen journeys, and their deaths were
not pleasant. Yet they continued to try again. Here are stories,
wrought by the challenging landscape and weather, that made these
explorers household names and heroes: Peary, Scott, Amundsen,
Shackleton, Franklin, Cherry-Garrard, Scott, Kane, Cook--and others
lost to history whose bravery was nonetheless as admirable. Each of
these men knew success would bring glory for their countries and
financial security and fame and eminent places in history for
themselves. Each knew also the odds of success were slim and the
chance of dying great. Nations held their collective breaths for
news of each expedition and those years later were termed the
Heroic Age of Exploration--there were simply no other endeavors
that captured the world's attention the various races to the poles.
The Greatest Polar Exploration Stories Ever Told recaptures the
spirit, drama, and tragedy of a time in history that will never
come again.
Great American War Stories is a magnificent collection of gripping
accounts of battles great and small throughout history. Capturing
all the elements of ancient and powerful tragedy, this book is
chock-full of thrilling tales of war--as well as a frightful
examination of man's darkest impulses--allowing the reader a
gruesome glimpse behind the veil of honor and bravery that history
often ascribes to soldiers and their leaders. These are all stories
that have endured the test of time and have attracted discerning
readers for generations.
Guilty as charged. If reading true crime is a guilty pleasure, this
collection of stunning heists and unspeakable murders from the
front pages of history will leave no doubt about the verdict. Three
unsuspecting men's lives cut short at the hands of their lovers in
Gangland Chicago, a mysterious and murderous trapper chased across
unforgiving Arctic mountains in sub-zero temperatures, a notorious
band of outlaws' ill-fated bank robbery, a little-known but starkly
detailed look at Lizzie Borden's handiwork with her famous ax, a
body in a trunk and a suspect halfway across the world thinking
he's pulled it off are among the enticing and unsettling tales in
this arresting collection. Here are stories sure to intrigue and
shock readers and put them on the edges of their seats. That's the
point after all, and The Greatest Crime Stories Ever Told will not
disappoint. From a first-person account of the infamous Lufthansa
robbery that netted millions, to the beguiling society bank robber
so confident he broke into the same New York City bank twice to
pull off the biggest haul in history, to the mysterious and brutal
murders of a quiet farm family in a close-knit but suspicious
community that offered an unusual number of suspects, The Greatest
Crime Stories Ever Told is a fascinating and darkly enticing
contribution to the wildly popular true crime genre. Here are not
only the suspects, obvious or not, but the detectives who wanted
them in prison and were willing to put their own lives at risk to
do so. Did the perpetrators get away with their perfidies? Did the
rule of law prevail in the end? Were the right people caught and
prosecuted? Readers will have to decide for themselves.
Saddle up for a wild ride through those thrilling days of
yesteryear. In Stories of the Old West, Steven Price serves up a
heapin' helpin' of tales of America's frontier days: ranches and
rodeos, lawmen and desperadoes, saloons and gunslingers, wilderness
exploring and range warfare, and everything else that reflects our
fascination with our Western heritage from its earliest untamed era
to the dawn of the 20th Century. Contributors include Zane Grey,
Buffalo Bill Cody, Theodore Roosevelt, Calamity Jane, Stewart
Edward White, Frederic Remington, Ned Buntline, Mark Twain
("Roughing It"), Thomas North Willa Cather, Helen Cody Wetmore, O.
Henry, Bret Harte and Owen Wister, to name only a few.
The orders to proceed were nothing more than an invitation to die,
and usually in unpleasant ways. But the soldiers proceeded
nonetheless, because a higher cause was at stake. This stunning
collection of stories is a tribute to the courage, steely resolve,
and discipline of men who accomplished daunting missions in the
face of almost certain death. Nonetheless, they stepped into the
breach and performed heroically. That was their duty and they did
not question. They had a mission and they accepted. Here are ten
powerful stories of American soldiers and sailors that span more
than 200 years of action with one common theme, summed up
succinctly a participant who took control of Omaha Beach on D-Day,
1944. "We were doing the very thing that we had trained so long to
do, and we were fascinated, and eagerly excited about it. We
realized that any number of things might happen to us and knew too
that some things we'd never dreamed of might very well be waiting
for us on the beach."' From Marines taking Iwo Jima's Mount
Suribachi or defending Khe San, Navy pilots taking to the air to
defend Pearl Harbor, or an outnumbered American regiment in Korea
defeating the Chinese at the Battle of Chipyong-ni, courage was the
common watchword, death the common consequence. Such is the lot of
soldiers everywhere. Here is a not-so-gentle reminder of the price
of freedom--paid by American men for more than 200 years of
struggle, from the Revolutionary War, the Spanish-American War,
Civil War, World War II, Korea, and Viet Nam.
Snow Leopards, Second Edition provides a foundational,
comprehensive overview of the biology, ecology and conservation of
this iconic species. This updated edition incorporates all the
recent information from range-wide surveys and conservation
projects, the results of technical and advances particularly in
genetics, camera trapping and satellite tracking, and evaluates
emerging threats. New chapters synthesize the novel scientific
methods and statistical analyses used to develop density and
population estimates and how they inform conservation and
management estimates. Sections cover historical information, the
main biogeographic patterns, evolutionary trends, conservational
efforts, and cultural significance. Status and distribution are
fully updated for all 12 countries where snow leopards occur. Other
sections describe established and emerging threats, including
human-wildlife conflict, illegal trade, infrastructure development,
and climate change along with conservation solutions used to
address these threats. The book concludes with a final section on
global snow leopard initiatives and future potentials.
Heroism and valor in the sky! * A new title in the relaunch of our
successful Greatest Stories Ever Told franchise. * Air combat has
captured the imaginations of people since the fighter plane was
first introduced during WWI. * Stories of aces such as Eddy
Rickenbacker and Captain Baron Manfred Von Richthofen have become
staples of books and movies as well as the stuff of legend. In The
Greatest Air Combat Stories Ever Told, the editor has pulled
together some of the finest tales of heroism and valor in the skies
over the battlefield! It is an unforgettable collection, and
includes stories by Baron Manfred Von Richthofen, Len Deighton, Jay
A. Stout, and many others. It includes tales of legendary aces from
the Great War up through the present day, and is the newest title
in the series that includes: *The Greatest Special Ops Stories Ever
Told *The Greatest Sniper Stories Ever Told *The Greatest Air Aces
Stories Ever Told *The Greatest Coast Guard Rescue Stories Ever
Told
In The Greatest Special Ops Stories Ever Told, editor Tom McCarthy
has pulled together some of the finest writings about Special
Operations that capture readers imaginations, meticulously culled
from books, magazines, movies, and elsewhere. It is an
unforgettable collection, and includes stories by Marcus Luttrell
(author of Lone Survivor), Mark Owen (author of No Easy Day; the
Firsthand Account of the Mission that Killed Osama Bin Laden),
William Morgan, Christian McBurney, James Otis, H. Beam Piper,
Duane Schultz, Hampton Sides, Michael Haas, Ben S. Malcolm, and
many others. It includes legendary tales from the French and Indian
Wars up through present-day Afghanistan and Iraq. We've all read
about the killing of Bin Laden and the heroics of Chris Kyle and
the SEALs and other special forces teams. Who hasn't seen or heard
about the extraordinary success of the book and movie American
Sniper? But what many people don't know is that they follow in a
direct line from the earlier and equally lethal efforts of Special
Forces in wars throughout our history. Special Operations have been
going on since man first started fighting--from the Trojan War
(think Trojan horse) to the American Revolution and the Civil War,
and from World War II to Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan. In
one place, The Greatest Special Ops Stories Ever Told pulls
together all of the greatest tales.
Snow Leopards: Biodiversity of the World: Conservation from Genes
to Landscapes is the only comprehensive work on the biology,
behavior, and conservation status of the snow leopard, a species
that has long been one of the least studied, and hence poorly
understood, of the large cats. Breakthroughs in technologies and
methodologies to study this elusive cat have come rapidly,
including non-invasive genetics, camera traps, and GPS-satellite
collaring. The book begins with chapters on the genetic standing
and taxonomy of the snow leopard, followed by chapters on their
behavior and ecology. Additional contributions follow on the
current and emerging threats to the species, which include
longstanding concerns, such as poaching and conflicts with
livestock, and new and emerging threats such as mining and climate
change. A section on conservation solutions, backed by valuable
case studies, starts with an overview of the important role
mountain communities play in assuring the snow leopard's long-term
persistence. In addition, chapters on the role of captive snow
leopards for the conservation of the species, state-of-the-art
techniques and technologies for studying and monitoring snow
leopards, status reports from around the region, and future
perspectives, such as transboundary conservation initiatives,
international conventions (CITES, CMS, etc.), the role of the IUCN
Cat Specialist Group and the Snow Leopard Network, and undertakings
such as the Global Snow Leopard Forum facilitated by the World Bank
are also included.
Few people would want to test their mettle in an ice-encrusted boat
with Ernest Shackleton, sail the Straits of Magellan with Joshua
Slocum, or watch with Owen Chase as an angry whale sends his ship
to the bottom, thousands of miles from the nearest land. But it's
quite another thing to read these true accounts while settled into
a favorite chair. Shackleton and Chase persevered in the face of
travails that would have given even Job pause. Their stoic accounts
are stronger and more dramatic for their total lack of affection,
their frankness, and their lack of ego. Their gripping stories are
custom made for the imaginative reader who seeks adventure in a
more controlled environment, safe and warm, and well fed.
"Civilized "readers with their armchairs anchored firmly to the
living room floor.
Rich in drama and history, here are fifteen stories that will
entertain, inform, and inspire--enduring stories that have
attracted generations of readers.
With contributions from:
William Shakespeare
Aaron Smith
Joseph Conrad
Erskine Childers
Joshua Slocum
James Fenimore Cooper
Herman Melville
Richard Henry Dana
Jerome K. Jerome
Edgar Allan Poe
Richard Hakluyt
Robert Louis Stevenson
Owen Chase
Ernest Shackleton
Exciting rescue stories on the high seas! The Coast Guard's rescue
personnel are second to none, and Coast Guard air and sea rescue
missions have been the subjects of celebrated newspaper accounts,
books, and movies, including The Perfect Storm. The Coast Guard is
one of the nation's five military services, which exist to defend
and preserve the United States. In The Greatest Coast Guard Rescue
Stories Ever Told, the editor has pulled together some of the
finest writings about air and sea rescues that capture readers
imaginations, culled from books, magazines, and elsewhere. It is an
unforgettable collection, and includes stories by Kathryn Miles,
Eric Hartlep, Gerald Hoover, Martha Laguardia-Kotite, Geoffrey D.
Reynolds, Kalee Thompson, H. Paul Jeffers, and many others.
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Selected Nonfiction, 1962-2007
J.G. Ballard; Edited by Mark Blacklock; Foreword by Tom McCarthy
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Created for adventure addicts *A carefully curated collection of
adventure classics *A Lyons American classic *Fresh, new series
design There has never been a more exciting collection of stories
that celebrate the indomitable spirit of the American character.
These accounts all have one thing in common: They capture the grit
and spirit of adventure that made America what it is today.
From Long John Silver to Captain Hook, from Blackbeard to Captain
Kidd, pirates have made off with our imaginations for centuries
with their charisma and adventurous living. Truth be told, these
capricious cutthroats are not only figures of horror but also of
vicarious delight. Incredible Pirate Tales captures the most
incredible stories of actual and fictional characters who took up
the "black flag" and a life on the high seas. In these pages meet
L'Olonnois the Cruel, the most notorious and wicked pirate of his
day, whose ardent cravings for plunder sailed him down a path of
treachery and brutality. Witness the rise of a pirate named Peter,
who successfully manages his career and settles in France, where he
retires as a gentleman. Learn about the exploits, arrests, and
executions of infamous sea wolves such as Jean Lafitte, Captain
Charles Vane, and the Joassammee Pirates of the Persian Gulf. From
the women who married them to their hostages and slaves, from the
sailors defending their ships against attack to the legendary
pirates themselves, everyone has an astonishing tale to tell. There
are even accounts of ghost pirates seeking revenge on their enemies
and reclaiming stolen treasure. This bloody band of buccaneers
sailed together, caroused together, pillaged and plundered
together, and, like most outlaws, died together. From the top of
the hawk's nest to the depths of the galleys, this rousing
collection of stories vividly captures the pirates' most savage and
glorious existence.
Rich in domestic history and detail, Cat Tales entertains,
enlightens, and amuses. These are enduring stories that have passed
the test of time and have attracted generations of readers. They
are custom-made for the imaginative reader who seeks feline
adventure ensconced in his or her favorite reading chair by the
fire, curled up with a purring cat.
Crime does pay. At least for a while. You'll see that quickly in
these the ten compelling and true stories of brilliant plans,
guile, and nerves of steel. The thieves awaiting you seem to have
it all. They are clever, cool, and set at their goals with icy
resolve. It takes a lot of guts and nerves of steel to do what they
did and not fold under the pressure. After all, if those
hard-wrought plans fail, they'll have plenty of time to think about
what went wrong in prison. Break into the poshest hotel in New York
City and roust guests and security guards for the jewels and cash
hidden in front-office deposit boxes under the tightest security?
Hijack an airplane, demand a ransom and two parachutes, then
disappear? Invent a device that allows you to record the
combination of any bank vault, then break into bank vaults twice?
Steal from a secret mob depository run by a boss known for his
brutality? Why not? The Greatest Heists Stories Ever Told will
allow readers to appreciate the efforts that go into a truly
magnificent heist. It is a celebration of stunning, well-planned
and audacious capers that left police and armies of investigators
looking for answers and scratching their heads. Maybe that's what
assures us that there will always be more heists. There is always
that golden chance of getting away with it. Among the stories
included are: The Lufthansa Heist The Oddball Crew and the $17
Million Heist The Last Good Heist The Pierre Hotel Heist Hijack! DB
Cooper's Great Escape
From the early years of Western Expansion to the present day, our
history is marked by the heroic exploits of the rescuer and the
rescued in some of the most daunting geographic, meteorological,
and otherwise life-threatening challenges. "First responders" have
variously been members of law enforcement to ordinary good
samaritans who couldn't look the other way in the face of their
brethren in peril. This book collects the most compelling
search-and-rescue accounts of the last two hundred years, from
William Lewis Manly bringing relief to '49ers lost in Death Valley,
to modern-day SAR teams working with the National Park and Forest
Services to locate missing hikers or carry out the injured from a
wilderness mishap. Of course, many search-and-rescues turn into a
body recovery effort, or even a criminal investigation if foul play
is suspected. Regardless of the outcome, this book honors those who
put others' lives before their own in the face of peril.
Using the professional life of psychologist-educator Thomas N.
McCarthy as a touchstone, Developing the Whole Person: A
Practitioner's Tale of Counseling, College, and the American
Promise explores the achievements and difficulties of postwar
counseling psychologists and psychologist-administrators in
American higher education. They advanced a whole person development
model for student life inside and outside the classroom, despite
skepticism from faculty and other administrators and the emergence
of a potent student freedom model in the late 1960s that insisted
students were adults. These two models have persisted in tension
with one another ever since.
Great American Shipwreck Stories is a magnificent collection of
gripping accounts of a ship's encounter with a great whale or an
overwhelming monsoon or a disastrous passage through the Straits of
Magellan, leading to a wreck and a crew's harrowing plight for
survival on the open seas or on a desert island. Capturing all the
elements of ancient and powerful tragedy, this book is chockful of
thrilling tales of survival - as well as a frightful examination of
man's darkest impulses - which allow the reader a gruesome glimpse
behind the veil of honor and bravery that history often ascribes to
such men of the sea. These are all stories that have endured the
test of time, and have attracted discerning readers for
generations. Includes stories by George Byron Merrick, Owen Chase,
Henry Cabot Lodge, Theodore Roosevelt, Riley Brown, J. S. Ogilvie,
Horace Holden, and many others.
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