Author: Frank Elliott Sisson II
Publisher: Author House
ISBN: 1496948440
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 215
Book Description
The photo on the cover of the book is thoughtful-looking Frank Elliott Sisson II at age nineteen, just prior to his admission to West Point as a new cadet in July 1947. Frank was determined to better himself in spite of the fact that the family simply did not have money to further his college education. He was determined to take care of this challenge by himself. Although Frank came from a family that was well-known by its accomplishments during the Civil War years, Frank's father died in late 1940, when Frank was thirteen years old, and with four children to support by his widowed mother, there was little extra money to provide for more than basic needs of the family. The book tells the rest of the story which encompasses many exciting adventures in growing up, and later on, military and private life challenges. Along with the challenges were the many travels along the way that took Frank to many different cities and schools around the country while he was growing up, as well as many countries around the world during his later years. In spite of these challenges and travels, Frank was always the gentleman and representative of Christian morals, honorable dealings, and high-minded ethics. He founded an aviation marketing company from scratch that became quite successful and demonstrated his skill in business management. He was a product of a West Point education that molded his life to be a role model for people who knew him. You will find the story fascinating, fast-moving, and exciting.
A Determined Yankee
Author: Frank Elliott Sisson II
Publisher: Author House
ISBN: 1496948440
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 215
Book Description
The photo on the cover of the book is thoughtful-looking Frank Elliott Sisson II at age nineteen, just prior to his admission to West Point as a new cadet in July 1947. Frank was determined to better himself in spite of the fact that the family simply did not have money to further his college education. He was determined to take care of this challenge by himself. Although Frank came from a family that was well-known by its accomplishments during the Civil War years, Frank's father died in late 1940, when Frank was thirteen years old, and with four children to support by his widowed mother, there was little extra money to provide for more than basic needs of the family. The book tells the rest of the story which encompasses many exciting adventures in growing up, and later on, military and private life challenges. Along with the challenges were the many travels along the way that took Frank to many different cities and schools around the country while he was growing up, as well as many countries around the world during his later years. In spite of these challenges and travels, Frank was always the gentleman and representative of Christian morals, honorable dealings, and high-minded ethics. He founded an aviation marketing company from scratch that became quite successful and demonstrated his skill in business management. He was a product of a West Point education that molded his life to be a role model for people who knew him. You will find the story fascinating, fast-moving, and exciting.
Publisher: Author House
ISBN: 1496948440
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 215
Book Description
The photo on the cover of the book is thoughtful-looking Frank Elliott Sisson II at age nineteen, just prior to his admission to West Point as a new cadet in July 1947. Frank was determined to better himself in spite of the fact that the family simply did not have money to further his college education. He was determined to take care of this challenge by himself. Although Frank came from a family that was well-known by its accomplishments during the Civil War years, Frank's father died in late 1940, when Frank was thirteen years old, and with four children to support by his widowed mother, there was little extra money to provide for more than basic needs of the family. The book tells the rest of the story which encompasses many exciting adventures in growing up, and later on, military and private life challenges. Along with the challenges were the many travels along the way that took Frank to many different cities and schools around the country while he was growing up, as well as many countries around the world during his later years. In spite of these challenges and travels, Frank was always the gentleman and representative of Christian morals, honorable dealings, and high-minded ethics. He founded an aviation marketing company from scratch that became quite successful and demonstrated his skill in business management. He was a product of a West Point education that molded his life to be a role model for people who knew him. You will find the story fascinating, fast-moving, and exciting.
THE DETERMINED YOUNG WOMEN TRILOGY
Author: Allan Cannon
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 130068044X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 281
Book Description
THE DETERMINED YOUNG WOMEN TRILOGYThree young women find themselves in difficult circumstances which require all their talents, experience and decision-making abilities to extricate themselves, while still managing to find romance along the way to resolving their problems. . Angelique volunteers at a camp for handicapped kids, and daringly rescues all of them from a forest fire. Beth returns home to her father's ranch, only to find herself trying to find a way to escape being a hostage of horse thieves. Maria invades a man's territory, professionally, and is scorned, until she arrives at the topmost position in the organization.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 130068044X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 281
Book Description
THE DETERMINED YOUNG WOMEN TRILOGYThree young women find themselves in difficult circumstances which require all their talents, experience and decision-making abilities to extricate themselves, while still managing to find romance along the way to resolving their problems. . Angelique volunteers at a camp for handicapped kids, and daringly rescues all of them from a forest fire. Beth returns home to her father's ranch, only to find herself trying to find a way to escape being a hostage of horse thieves. Maria invades a man's territory, professionally, and is scorned, until she arrives at the topmost position in the organization.
A Determined Black Lab
Author: Thomas Kendrick
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781734905502
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
When Tom reluctantly agrees to take a small, black Lab off a friend's hands as a favor, he has no way of knowing how close he and his new dog will become, and the puppy has no way of knowing the adventures that await him. On the way to becoming the most popular dog in Oakville, the young Lab not only wins over his new master but also wins the heart of Tom's girlfriend, Hope, and an old veterinarian's respect. A mischievous, white cat, hungry coyotes, and a terrible accident are just a few of the obstacles waiting for the young Lab in this story of a dog's bravery and perseverance.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781734905502
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
When Tom reluctantly agrees to take a small, black Lab off a friend's hands as a favor, he has no way of knowing how close he and his new dog will become, and the puppy has no way of knowing the adventures that await him. On the way to becoming the most popular dog in Oakville, the young Lab not only wins over his new master but also wins the heart of Tom's girlfriend, Hope, and an old veterinarian's respect. A mischievous, white cat, hungry coyotes, and a terrible accident are just a few of the obstacles waiting for the young Lab in this story of a dog's bravery and perseverance.
Lab Lingo
Author: Lacy Peters
Publisher: eBookIt.com
ISBN: 1456641034
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 77
Book Description
Unleash Your Pup's Potential: A Journey to Perfect Canine Companionship Imagine having a loyal, well-behaved, and affectionate canine companion by your side. A pup that not only understands your commands but also connects with you on an emotional level. This dream can become your reality with the proper guidance and understanding of your furry friend's world. Our guide, penned by the renowned dog lover and expert Lacy Peters, is a treasure trove of practical advice, insightful tips, and heartwarming anecdotes. It's not just a book; it's a roadmap to raising a pup that's perfect for you. Lacy's approach is rooted in understanding the unique 'Lab Lingo' - the subtle cues and behaviors that make your Lab uniquely adorable and, sometimes, a handful. From the moment you bring your new family member home to the joyous day they fetch their first ball, this guide is with you every step of the way. It's not just about training; it's about building a bond that lasts a lifetime. Whether you're a first-time dog owner or a seasoned pet parent looking for fresh insights, this guide is your key to unlocking a fulfilling and joyful journey with your Lab. Join the countless readers who have transformed their relationship with their Labs. Embrace the journey of raising the perfect pup and experience the unconditional love and companionship only a well-raised Lab can offer. Ready to embark on this rewarding journey? Your perfect pup awaits.
Publisher: eBookIt.com
ISBN: 1456641034
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 77
Book Description
Unleash Your Pup's Potential: A Journey to Perfect Canine Companionship Imagine having a loyal, well-behaved, and affectionate canine companion by your side. A pup that not only understands your commands but also connects with you on an emotional level. This dream can become your reality with the proper guidance and understanding of your furry friend's world. Our guide, penned by the renowned dog lover and expert Lacy Peters, is a treasure trove of practical advice, insightful tips, and heartwarming anecdotes. It's not just a book; it's a roadmap to raising a pup that's perfect for you. Lacy's approach is rooted in understanding the unique 'Lab Lingo' - the subtle cues and behaviors that make your Lab uniquely adorable and, sometimes, a handful. From the moment you bring your new family member home to the joyous day they fetch their first ball, this guide is with you every step of the way. It's not just about training; it's about building a bond that lasts a lifetime. Whether you're a first-time dog owner or a seasoned pet parent looking for fresh insights, this guide is your key to unlocking a fulfilling and joyful journey with your Lab. Join the countless readers who have transformed their relationship with their Labs. Embrace the journey of raising the perfect pup and experience the unconditional love and companionship only a well-raised Lab can offer. Ready to embark on this rewarding journey? Your perfect pup awaits.
Dog Years
Author: Mark Doty
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1448114136
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
Why do dogs speak so profoundly to our inner lives? When Mark Doty decides to adopt a dog as a companion for his dying partner, he finds himself bringing home Beau, a large golden retriever, malnourished and in need of loving care, to join Arden, the black retriever. As Beau bounds back to life, the two dogs become Mark Doty's companions, his solace, and eventually the very life force that keeps him from abandoning all hope during the darkest days - their tenacity, loyalty and love inspiring him when all else fails. Dog Years is a remarkable work: a moving and intimate memoir interwoven with profound reflections on our feelings for animals and the lessons they teach us about life, love, and loss. Mark Doty writes about the heart-wrenching vulnerability of dogs, the positive energy and joy they bring, and the gift they bear us of unconditional love. A book unlike any other, Mark Doty's surprising meditation is radiantly unsentimental yet deeply affecting. Beautifully written, Dog Years is a classic in the making.
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1448114136
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
Why do dogs speak so profoundly to our inner lives? When Mark Doty decides to adopt a dog as a companion for his dying partner, he finds himself bringing home Beau, a large golden retriever, malnourished and in need of loving care, to join Arden, the black retriever. As Beau bounds back to life, the two dogs become Mark Doty's companions, his solace, and eventually the very life force that keeps him from abandoning all hope during the darkest days - their tenacity, loyalty and love inspiring him when all else fails. Dog Years is a remarkable work: a moving and intimate memoir interwoven with profound reflections on our feelings for animals and the lessons they teach us about life, love, and loss. Mark Doty writes about the heart-wrenching vulnerability of dogs, the positive energy and joy they bring, and the gift they bear us of unconditional love. A book unlike any other, Mark Doty's surprising meditation is radiantly unsentimental yet deeply affecting. Beautifully written, Dog Years is a classic in the making.
The Lab
Author: Shelby Miller
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1546233695
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
Teenagers Ryan and Meagan have just left Texas to follow their father to Maryland where he has landed a job with a pharmaceutical lab. Less than thrilled about their new home, Ryan and Meagan soon discover that life is full of more unexpected surprises when they learn the pharmaceutical company is engaged in questionable practices and the lab is sitting on an old government compound used for radioactive testing. Meanwhile in Tibet, teens Choden and Dorje are captives of a cruel lab experiment where they are being injected with an unknown substance. After they finally manage to escape, they, along with Meagan and Ryan, begin to realize they have special abilities. While an evil force watches and waits, their two worlds intertwine, brought together by their common bond. When the four teens finally unite in a Tibetan palace, they summon help from monks to help them battle the evil force and hopefully put it to rest. Now only time will tell if they will be able to stop what was started hundreds of years ago, before it is too late for all of them. In this thought-provoking adventure, four Indigo teens brought together by fate must summon help from Tibetan monks to combat an evil force.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1546233695
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
Teenagers Ryan and Meagan have just left Texas to follow their father to Maryland where he has landed a job with a pharmaceutical lab. Less than thrilled about their new home, Ryan and Meagan soon discover that life is full of more unexpected surprises when they learn the pharmaceutical company is engaged in questionable practices and the lab is sitting on an old government compound used for radioactive testing. Meanwhile in Tibet, teens Choden and Dorje are captives of a cruel lab experiment where they are being injected with an unknown substance. After they finally manage to escape, they, along with Meagan and Ryan, begin to realize they have special abilities. While an evil force watches and waits, their two worlds intertwine, brought together by their common bond. When the four teens finally unite in a Tibetan palace, they summon help from monks to help them battle the evil force and hopefully put it to rest. Now only time will tell if they will be able to stop what was started hundreds of years ago, before it is too late for all of them. In this thought-provoking adventure, four Indigo teens brought together by fate must summon help from Tibetan monks to combat an evil force.
Puppy Chow Is Better Than Prozac
Author: Bruce Goldstein
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 0306817624
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
To Bruce Goldstein-an edgy, twenty-something New Yorker trying to make his mark in advertising-just waking up in the morning was an ordeal. Underemployed and recently dumped, he was well into the downward spiral of bipolar disorder. Even with therapy, lithium, Paxil, Wellbutrin, and Prozac, he could not shake his rapid mood swings, his fear of dying, or the voice of Satan, who first visited him one sunny day in Central Park. Then came Ozzy, a black Labrador pup (named after metal's "Prince of Darkness") who leads Bruce toward recovery through complete, canine dependence. From the depths of his despair to a life remade, Bruce shows how learning to care for, train, and love the hilariously loyal Ozzy provided him with the structure and focus he needed to heal.
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 0306817624
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
To Bruce Goldstein-an edgy, twenty-something New Yorker trying to make his mark in advertising-just waking up in the morning was an ordeal. Underemployed and recently dumped, he was well into the downward spiral of bipolar disorder. Even with therapy, lithium, Paxil, Wellbutrin, and Prozac, he could not shake his rapid mood swings, his fear of dying, or the voice of Satan, who first visited him one sunny day in Central Park. Then came Ozzy, a black Labrador pup (named after metal's "Prince of Darkness") who leads Bruce toward recovery through complete, canine dependence. From the depths of his despair to a life remade, Bruce shows how learning to care for, train, and love the hilariously loyal Ozzy provided him with the structure and focus he needed to heal.
Guilty with an Explanation
Author: Trevor Toop
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1532652178
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
In a day when rules are being rewritten, guilt has come up with a bad rap. Many parents rush to emancipate their children from such troubling apprehensions--and the results are telling. This coming-of-age memoir traces the challenges of a fatherless boy growing up amidst the folly of his peers and the ever-present predators who cannot be wished away. Faced with the reality of evil, the theological concept of Original Sin looms large. This book is an observation that trouble often springs from circumstances that look pretty benign. It's the prerequisite of every murder trial, that accidents happen from a confluence of events and decisions that seem innocuous but end badly. We who live in the world are wounded by the same evil that sociologists explain away. Yet part of adulthood is the willingness to call things what they are. When Jesus cast out demons, he first asked their names, because naming something is to see it clearly. We must render verdicts. Sound judgment is a forgotten virtue, and failure to judge will leave us accountable to our children for the weeds that have grown in the course of our neglect, as evil that goes unchecked is sure to grow.
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1532652178
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
In a day when rules are being rewritten, guilt has come up with a bad rap. Many parents rush to emancipate their children from such troubling apprehensions--and the results are telling. This coming-of-age memoir traces the challenges of a fatherless boy growing up amidst the folly of his peers and the ever-present predators who cannot be wished away. Faced with the reality of evil, the theological concept of Original Sin looms large. This book is an observation that trouble often springs from circumstances that look pretty benign. It's the prerequisite of every murder trial, that accidents happen from a confluence of events and decisions that seem innocuous but end badly. We who live in the world are wounded by the same evil that sociologists explain away. Yet part of adulthood is the willingness to call things what they are. When Jesus cast out demons, he first asked their names, because naming something is to see it clearly. We must render verdicts. Sound judgment is a forgotten virtue, and failure to judge will leave us accountable to our children for the weeds that have grown in the course of our neglect, as evil that goes unchecked is sure to grow.
A Hope in the Unseen
Author: Ron Suskind
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307763080
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
The inspiring, true coming-of-age story of a ferociously determined young man who, armed only with his intellect and his willpower, fights his way out of despair. In 1993, Cedric Jennings was a bright and ferociously determined honor student at Ballou, a high school in one of Washington D.C.’s most dangerous neighborhoods, where the dropout rate was well into double digits and just 80 students out of more than 1,350 boasted an average of B or better. At Ballou, Cedric had almost no friends. He ate lunch in a classroom most days, plowing through the extra work he asked for, knowing that he was really competing with kids from other, harder schools. Cedric Jennings’s driving ambition—which was fully supported by his forceful mother—was to attend a top college. In September 1995, after years of near superhuman dedication, he realized that ambition when he began as a freshman at Brown University. But he didn't leave his struggles behind. He found himself unprepared for college: he struggled to master classwork and fit in with the white upper-class students. Having traveled too far to turn back, Cedric was left to rely on his intelligence and his determination to maintain hope in the unseen—a future of acceptance and reward. In this updated edition, A Hope in the Unseen chronicles Cedric’s odyssey during his last two years of high school, follows him through his difficult first year at Brown, and tells the story of his subsequent successes in college and the world of work. Eye-opening, sometimes humorous, and often deeply moving, A Hope in the Unseen weaves a crucial new thread into the rich and ongoing narrative of the American experience.
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307763080
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
The inspiring, true coming-of-age story of a ferociously determined young man who, armed only with his intellect and his willpower, fights his way out of despair. In 1993, Cedric Jennings was a bright and ferociously determined honor student at Ballou, a high school in one of Washington D.C.’s most dangerous neighborhoods, where the dropout rate was well into double digits and just 80 students out of more than 1,350 boasted an average of B or better. At Ballou, Cedric had almost no friends. He ate lunch in a classroom most days, plowing through the extra work he asked for, knowing that he was really competing with kids from other, harder schools. Cedric Jennings’s driving ambition—which was fully supported by his forceful mother—was to attend a top college. In September 1995, after years of near superhuman dedication, he realized that ambition when he began as a freshman at Brown University. But he didn't leave his struggles behind. He found himself unprepared for college: he struggled to master classwork and fit in with the white upper-class students. Having traveled too far to turn back, Cedric was left to rely on his intelligence and his determination to maintain hope in the unseen—a future of acceptance and reward. In this updated edition, A Hope in the Unseen chronicles Cedric’s odyssey during his last two years of high school, follows him through his difficult first year at Brown, and tells the story of his subsequent successes in college and the world of work. Eye-opening, sometimes humorous, and often deeply moving, A Hope in the Unseen weaves a crucial new thread into the rich and ongoing narrative of the American experience.
The Black Butterfly Predator
Author: Dale R. Lincoln
Publisher: Outskirts Press
ISBN: 1977273718
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 189
Book Description
A person with a split personality has a good and evil side; should the person with a good personality be executed for the crimes committed by the person with a wicked personality? One must ask if it is genuinely possible to rehabilitate a split personality for the good of the person.
Publisher: Outskirts Press
ISBN: 1977273718
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 189
Book Description
A person with a split personality has a good and evil side; should the person with a good personality be executed for the crimes committed by the person with a wicked personality? One must ask if it is genuinely possible to rehabilitate a split personality for the good of the person.