Author: Shlomo ben Avraham Brunell
Publisher: Gefen Publishing House Ltd
ISBN: 9789652293046
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
In this book, Brunell reveals the personal account of his wife and children, as they embark on the journey of a lifetime he explains why he chose to walk down a different path, from a privileged and comfortable one -- for something so difficult and different. He believes that by sharing his experiences, he will help others realise and rediscover the preciousness and uniqueness of Judaism.
Strangers No More
Author: Shlomo ben Avraham Brunell
Publisher: Gefen Publishing House Ltd
ISBN: 9789652293046
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
In this book, Brunell reveals the personal account of his wife and children, as they embark on the journey of a lifetime he explains why he chose to walk down a different path, from a privileged and comfortable one -- for something so difficult and different. He believes that by sharing his experiences, he will help others realise and rediscover the preciousness and uniqueness of Judaism.
Publisher: Gefen Publishing House Ltd
ISBN: 9789652293046
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
In this book, Brunell reveals the personal account of his wife and children, as they embark on the journey of a lifetime he explains why he chose to walk down a different path, from a privileged and comfortable one -- for something so difficult and different. He believes that by sharing his experiences, he will help others realise and rediscover the preciousness and uniqueness of Judaism.
Fireman Down
Author: Lee Shargel
Publisher: Archway Publishing
ISBN: 1665710772
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
It is the early 1980s when Artie and Angela Reese and their children move into their dream home in the Stoneybrook community in Charlotte, North Carolina, with the hope that the fears and prejudice that once overshadowed their African American family have melted away. Artie is now a lieutenant in the Charlotte Fire Department and Angela is an accountant for a banking firm. But as they settle in, no one has any idea of the everlasting effect that Artie and his family will soon have on the community and entire city. Unfortunately, Artie knows his new assignment at University Station is not going to be easy. The fire station houses a den of redneck racists who are determined to make his life miserable. Although he knows he will be the only black man there, he still needs to command respect and authority from his brothers in uniform. As he rescues victims in burning buildings that he is certain are racist, Artie transforms into a courageous hero who does not see color—only lives to be saved—a decision that seals his fate and determines his legacy. Fireman Down is the story of an African American firefighter who bravely wears his uniform during a time of racial unrest in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Publisher: Archway Publishing
ISBN: 1665710772
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
It is the early 1980s when Artie and Angela Reese and their children move into their dream home in the Stoneybrook community in Charlotte, North Carolina, with the hope that the fears and prejudice that once overshadowed their African American family have melted away. Artie is now a lieutenant in the Charlotte Fire Department and Angela is an accountant for a banking firm. But as they settle in, no one has any idea of the everlasting effect that Artie and his family will soon have on the community and entire city. Unfortunately, Artie knows his new assignment at University Station is not going to be easy. The fire station houses a den of redneck racists who are determined to make his life miserable. Although he knows he will be the only black man there, he still needs to command respect and authority from his brothers in uniform. As he rescues victims in burning buildings that he is certain are racist, Artie transforms into a courageous hero who does not see color—only lives to be saved—a decision that seals his fate and determines his legacy. Fireman Down is the story of an African American firefighter who bravely wears his uniform during a time of racial unrest in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The Firefighter's Dilemma
Author: Mariah Ankenman
Publisher: Entangled: Amara
ISBN: 164937254X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 269
Book Description
Firefighter Stephanie Díaz won’t let anyone stop her from becoming the youngest female fire chief in Denver. Not the jerks who’d like to see an ambitious Latine woman admit defeat. Not the ultra-bro firefighters she has to work with. And definitely not her ridiculously hot and often infuriating, fellow firefighter Eli Ward. Now Stephanie has the chance to prove to everyone that she’s got what it takes...but there’s one helluva catch. The Battle of the First Responders is a live, balls-out competition in the secluded Rockies and Stephanie has been selected—along with Ward as her partner. On the line are their reputations, a whole lot of cash...and the promotion they’ve been fighting for. Teaming up is the perfect chance to finally settle their never ending one-upmanship, but it also exposes the smoldering attraction they’ve held at bay. Now their days are fueled by a high-stakes, adrenaline-fueled competition. Their nights are filled with sizzling deep kisses that steal her breath away. But this sexy little fling is about to set off a five-alarm blaze she can’t control... Each book in The Mile High Firefighters series is STANDALONE: * The Dating Dilemma * The Wedding Dilemma * The Firefighter’s Dilemma
Publisher: Entangled: Amara
ISBN: 164937254X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 269
Book Description
Firefighter Stephanie Díaz won’t let anyone stop her from becoming the youngest female fire chief in Denver. Not the jerks who’d like to see an ambitious Latine woman admit defeat. Not the ultra-bro firefighters she has to work with. And definitely not her ridiculously hot and often infuriating, fellow firefighter Eli Ward. Now Stephanie has the chance to prove to everyone that she’s got what it takes...but there’s one helluva catch. The Battle of the First Responders is a live, balls-out competition in the secluded Rockies and Stephanie has been selected—along with Ward as her partner. On the line are their reputations, a whole lot of cash...and the promotion they’ve been fighting for. Teaming up is the perfect chance to finally settle their never ending one-upmanship, but it also exposes the smoldering attraction they’ve held at bay. Now their days are fueled by a high-stakes, adrenaline-fueled competition. Their nights are filled with sizzling deep kisses that steal her breath away. But this sexy little fling is about to set off a five-alarm blaze she can’t control... Each book in The Mile High Firefighters series is STANDALONE: * The Dating Dilemma * The Wedding Dilemma * The Firefighter’s Dilemma
Firefighter's Secret Baby
Author: Rachel Foster
Publisher: DM Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Jake has recently moved back home and joined the fire department. He’s leaving his past behind after making some rough choices and losing a fellow firefighter in his old town. Now he’s struggling to find his dad’s acceptance, he is trying to prove to him that he’s a changed man. He finds solace in his fire chief, Brian and his son, Mason. Now Mason’s setting him up with his sister Dana for the annual fire banquet. What he assumes is just a one night thing turns into more when he develops feelings for her. Dana has vowed to never date a firefighter again after her bad breakup with Thomas, but she can’t help herself from falling for the new member, Jake. She’s crazy about him and feels like it was love at first sight. Now his past is revealed to her and she’s struggling to accept it and move on. It’s a few months later and she finds herself pregnant with Jake’s baby. Will she be able to forgive his past so they can have a future together? Or will their relationship go up in flames?
Publisher: DM Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Jake has recently moved back home and joined the fire department. He’s leaving his past behind after making some rough choices and losing a fellow firefighter in his old town. Now he’s struggling to find his dad’s acceptance, he is trying to prove to him that he’s a changed man. He finds solace in his fire chief, Brian and his son, Mason. Now Mason’s setting him up with his sister Dana for the annual fire banquet. What he assumes is just a one night thing turns into more when he develops feelings for her. Dana has vowed to never date a firefighter again after her bad breakup with Thomas, but she can’t help herself from falling for the new member, Jake. She’s crazy about him and feels like it was love at first sight. Now his past is revealed to her and she’s struggling to accept it and move on. It’s a few months later and she finds herself pregnant with Jake’s baby. Will she be able to forgive his past so they can have a future together? Or will their relationship go up in flames?
Up In Smoke - Stories From a Life on Fire
Author: Leigh Hosy-Pickett
Publisher: Trapeze
ISBN: 140919888X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
'Firefighters are a unique breed. It takes a certain kind of individual to enter a burning building to rescue someone they have never met before.' A third-generation firefighter, Leigh Hosy-Pickett has seen it all in his twenty-five years in the job. He's battled infernos and pulled people from the wreckage of twisted metal. He's experienced pain and trauma in the discharge of his duty, and been supported by the laughter and strength of character you find within every fire station. A family away from home, firefighters share intimate trust and healthy mutual banter - a spark of light often desperately needed amongst the darkness. Leigh shares his deeply personal story and the funniest, most eye-opening and moving experiences from a life lived amongst the smoke. A celebration of the everyday heroism of our Fire Service, Up In Smoke is a clear-eyed and honest record of the many sacrifices made for us all in the line of duty. 'A real insight into the commitment of our firefighters' Nick Knowles 'Highly inspiring and impossible to put down' Nazir Afzal OBE
Publisher: Trapeze
ISBN: 140919888X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
'Firefighters are a unique breed. It takes a certain kind of individual to enter a burning building to rescue someone they have never met before.' A third-generation firefighter, Leigh Hosy-Pickett has seen it all in his twenty-five years in the job. He's battled infernos and pulled people from the wreckage of twisted metal. He's experienced pain and trauma in the discharge of his duty, and been supported by the laughter and strength of character you find within every fire station. A family away from home, firefighters share intimate trust and healthy mutual banter - a spark of light often desperately needed amongst the darkness. Leigh shares his deeply personal story and the funniest, most eye-opening and moving experiences from a life lived amongst the smoke. A celebration of the everyday heroism of our Fire Service, Up In Smoke is a clear-eyed and honest record of the many sacrifices made for us all in the line of duty. 'A real insight into the commitment of our firefighters' Nick Knowles 'Highly inspiring and impossible to put down' Nazir Afzal OBE
A Man Named Dave
Author: Dave Pelzer
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101213094
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 427
Book Description
A Man Named Dave, which has sold over 1 million copies, is the gripping conclusion to Dave Pelzer’s inspirational and New York Times bestselling trilogy of memoirs that began with A Child Called "It" and The Lost Boy. "All those years you tried your best to break me, and I'm still here. One day you'll see, I'm going to make something of myself." These words were Dave Pelzer's declaration of independence to his mother, and they represented the ultimate act of self-reliance. Dave's father never intervened as his mother abused him with shocking brutality, denying him food and clothing, torturing him in any way she could imagine. This was the woman who told her son she could kill him any time she wanted to—and nearly did. The more than two million readers of Pelzer's New York Times and international bestselling memoirs A Child Called "It" and The Lost Boy know that he lived to tell his courageous story. With stunning generosity of spirit, Dave Pelzer invites readers on his journey to discover how he turned shame into pride and rejection into acceptance.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101213094
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 427
Book Description
A Man Named Dave, which has sold over 1 million copies, is the gripping conclusion to Dave Pelzer’s inspirational and New York Times bestselling trilogy of memoirs that began with A Child Called "It" and The Lost Boy. "All those years you tried your best to break me, and I'm still here. One day you'll see, I'm going to make something of myself." These words were Dave Pelzer's declaration of independence to his mother, and they represented the ultimate act of self-reliance. Dave's father never intervened as his mother abused him with shocking brutality, denying him food and clothing, torturing him in any way she could imagine. This was the woman who told her son she could kill him any time she wanted to—and nearly did. The more than two million readers of Pelzer's New York Times and international bestselling memoirs A Child Called "It" and The Lost Boy know that he lived to tell his courageous story. With stunning generosity of spirit, Dave Pelzer invites readers on his journey to discover how he turned shame into pride and rejection into acceptance.
Those Were the Days
Author: Neal Murphy
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1462817556
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
You are invited to return to the 1940s and 1950s with the author for a look at humorous events that happened in his life. Born and reared in San Augustine, Texas, life was truly in the slow lane. The Early Years – read about his first experience with chewing tobacco, and shooting his grandfather’s shotgun, raising a pet chicken, owning his first dog, and landing his first job. School Days – true stories of attacks by a goose, fishing with his coaches, and his initiation into high school, and a fight at school. College Years – working at a funeral home, a runaway cot, and experience with “white lightning”. Early Married Life – Burning his marriage license twice, a diddler on his roof, and go along on a lost weekend, read about the ditch nurse. Long Arm of The Law – Humorous incidents that happened while working as a police officer. Read about an embarrassing moment for the author, Baptist foxes, and dueling cops. A mail box in a cemetery causes questions. Home Town – Reminisce about a drive-in movie, a mystery drink, and catching a huge fish in a small pond. Finally, selling the old family house.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1462817556
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
You are invited to return to the 1940s and 1950s with the author for a look at humorous events that happened in his life. Born and reared in San Augustine, Texas, life was truly in the slow lane. The Early Years – read about his first experience with chewing tobacco, and shooting his grandfather’s shotgun, raising a pet chicken, owning his first dog, and landing his first job. School Days – true stories of attacks by a goose, fishing with his coaches, and his initiation into high school, and a fight at school. College Years – working at a funeral home, a runaway cot, and experience with “white lightning”. Early Married Life – Burning his marriage license twice, a diddler on his roof, and go along on a lost weekend, read about the ditch nurse. Long Arm of The Law – Humorous incidents that happened while working as a police officer. Read about an embarrassing moment for the author, Baptist foxes, and dueling cops. A mail box in a cemetery causes questions. Home Town – Reminisce about a drive-in movie, a mystery drink, and catching a huge fish in a small pond. Finally, selling the old family house.
Just One of the Guys
Author: Kristan Higgins
Publisher: HQN Books
ISBN: 1488034729
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 359
Book Description
A witty tale of romantic rivalry and second chances by the New York Times-bestselling author who “only gets better with each book” (The New York Times). Having grown up with four brothers in upstate New York, journalist Chastity O’Neill is tired of being just one of the guys. When she returns to her hometown, she decides it’s time to get in touch with her feminine side. While doing a story on local heroes, she meets a hunky doctor who is the perfect candidate to test her newfound womanly wiles. There’s only one problem: firefighter Trevor Meade, her first love and the one man she’s never quite gotten over—although he seems to have gotten over her just fine. Yet the more time she spends with Dr. Perfect, the better Trevor looks. But with the in-your-face competition, the irresistible Trevor starts to see Chastity as more than a friend . . . . “An amiable romp that ends with a satisfying lump in the throat.” —Publishers Weekly
Publisher: HQN Books
ISBN: 1488034729
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 359
Book Description
A witty tale of romantic rivalry and second chances by the New York Times-bestselling author who “only gets better with each book” (The New York Times). Having grown up with four brothers in upstate New York, journalist Chastity O’Neill is tired of being just one of the guys. When she returns to her hometown, she decides it’s time to get in touch with her feminine side. While doing a story on local heroes, she meets a hunky doctor who is the perfect candidate to test her newfound womanly wiles. There’s only one problem: firefighter Trevor Meade, her first love and the one man she’s never quite gotten over—although he seems to have gotten over her just fine. Yet the more time she spends with Dr. Perfect, the better Trevor looks. But with the in-your-face competition, the irresistible Trevor starts to see Chastity as more than a friend . . . . “An amiable romp that ends with a satisfying lump in the throat.” —Publishers Weekly
Following Your Steps
Author: Frances Morales
Publisher: WestBow Press
ISBN: 1449779948
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 109
Book Description
Isaiah 6:8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, Whom shall I send? And who will go for us? And I said, Here am I. Send me! Has the Lord called you? This book is for you. Following Your Steps will take you through its pages to see Gods faithfulness, and you will find testimonies to strengthen your faith. In its chapters, you will see the trials, tribulations, and difficulties that a missionary encounters in his work. You will be able to see that in his moments of pain, need, sadness, discouragement, happiness, and victories, the Lord is present. As you read these pages, you will see how the footprints of a missionary with the divine support for his call marked hundreds of lives over the last forty years in many different countries.
Publisher: WestBow Press
ISBN: 1449779948
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 109
Book Description
Isaiah 6:8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, Whom shall I send? And who will go for us? And I said, Here am I. Send me! Has the Lord called you? This book is for you. Following Your Steps will take you through its pages to see Gods faithfulness, and you will find testimonies to strengthen your faith. In its chapters, you will see the trials, tribulations, and difficulties that a missionary encounters in his work. You will be able to see that in his moments of pain, need, sadness, discouragement, happiness, and victories, the Lord is present. As you read these pages, you will see how the footprints of a missionary with the divine support for his call marked hundreds of lives over the last forty years in many different countries.
Congressional Record
Author: United States. Congress
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Congressional Record is the official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress. It is published daily when Congress is in session. The Congressional Record began publication in 1873. Debates for sessions prior to 1873 are recorded in The Debates and Proceedings in the Congress of the United States (1789-1824), the Register of Debates in Congress (1824-1837), and the Congressional Globe (1833-1873)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Congressional Record is the official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress. It is published daily when Congress is in session. The Congressional Record began publication in 1873. Debates for sessions prior to 1873 are recorded in The Debates and Proceedings in the Congress of the United States (1789-1824), the Register of Debates in Congress (1824-1837), and the Congressional Globe (1833-1873)