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Michael Hodge has been many things in life. A surfer. A husband. A father. A son. A business owner. A lover. Abandoned.
Ever since Michael's wife, Anita, ran off leaving him to raise their child on his own, he has been struggling to pick up the pieces. And, after seven years, he's finally starting to put his life back together. He has given up his dream of surfing and now manages his own construction business, he works hard to be the best father...
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Perfect for fans of Scott Turow and John Lescroart, The Practical Navigator is a smart, fast-moving legal thriller where everyone's motives-and desires-are in question. Membership in the Great Arcadia, an exclusive East Coast yacht club, is pretty much limited to the rich and powerful in 1980s business, finance, and politics. But the sexually charged murder of Greek billionaire George Minot during their annual regatta off the coast of Maine opens...
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"Michael Hodge is a struggling contractor living in Southern California raising his autistic son, Jamie, on his own. When his long-absent wife Anita returns unannounced wanting Michael isn't sure what a reconciliation? A new relationship? Her role as their son's mother back? Michael must decide whether to give her a second chance or protect his son from more hurt. Meanwhile, a burgeoning relationship that could be heading towards love is put on hold...
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United States. Hydrographic Office. [Publication] volume no. 9
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U.S. Govt. Print. Off
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1939
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English
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Pub volume 9
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For sale by the Supt. of Docs., U.S. G.P.O
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2002
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English
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 8
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English
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After finding a way to teach the ship's crew members to understand navigation, Nat, a self-taught mathematician and astronomer in eighteenth-century Salem, Massachusetts, writes down his explanations and compiles them into "The American Practical Navigator," also known as the "Sailors' Bible."
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How Not to Get Phished equips you with the knowledge and tools to:Unmask the tactics phishers use to steal your information and money.Become a cybersecurity sleuth,sharpening your eye to spot red flags and avoid falling victim.Build a fortress around your accounts with essential security practices.Navigate the digital world confidently with proactive online habits.Respond effectively if you suspect you've been phished, minimizing damage and recovering...
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In The Scouting Guide to Hiking, current Scouts, Scout alumni, and readers interested in the outdoors are provided with time-tested advice on hiking and backpacking in the wilderness. Some practical tips include:
• How to choose the best gear.
• How to set up a campsite.
• How to interact safely with wildlife.
• How to properly read a map.
• How to forecast the weather.
• Learning practical navigation skills.
• And so much more!
Since...
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In Scouting's Guide to Survival, current Scouts, Scout alumni, and readers interested in the outdoors are provided with time-tested advice on emergency preparedness. Some practical tips include:
How to build a fire How to purify water How to identify common edible plants and mushrooms How to signal for help How to build simple shelters Learn practical navigation skills And so much more!
Since 1910, the Boy Scouts of America has helped build the...
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Using second language (L2) socialization theory as a theoretical framework, this book investigates the ways in which four advanced learners of Japanese on an immersion program in the USA exercise their agency to pursue their language learning goals. The work presents their learner portraits and documents the different ways in which the four learners negotiate the meaning of their participations in the new community of practice, navigate and shape...
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Dive into the urgent exploration of 'Rising Tides: Navigating the Depths of Climate Change,' a compelling journey through the intricate web of environmental challenges in our changing world. Uncover the profound impacts of climate change, from rising sea levels and extreme weather events to the delicate balance of our ecosystems. This enlightening book delves into the depths of climate science, presenting insights into global warming, carbon footprints,...
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Dive into "The Strep Throat Mastery Bible: Your Blueprint For Complete Strep Throat Management" and embark on a transformative journey towards comprehensive health and well-being. Unravel the intricacies of strep throat, from its anatomy and causes to recognizing symptoms and long-term effects. This book offers a holistic approach, emphasizing the mind-body connection, nutritional support, herbal remedies, and self-care practices.Navigate medical...
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2 books in 1 at a value price!
Be Prepared! Time-tested advice on emergency preparedness. An official publication of the Boy Scouts of America!
Each year hundreds of outdoor enthusiasts find themselves in an unexpected outdoor emergency. They get lost, injured, or stranded. Cut off from the rest of the world, they have to depend upon their survival skills to survive.
For most people, thanks to modern communications such as cell phones, satellite...
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"The Flu Mastery Bible: Your Blueprint for Complete Flu Management" is a comprehensive guide designed to empower individuals in understanding, preventing, and managing influenza. Delving into the intricacies of the influenza virus, the book provides a historical overview of pandemics, shedding light on how the flu spreads and its impact on the body. From recognizing symptoms and differentiating seasonal from pandemic flu to dispelling myths, the book...
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Tough Love Screenwriting is NOT another dreaded "how to write" book.
It's something much more valuable-a brass-knuckles, boots on the ground guide to building a paid, professional screenwriting career, written by a veteran who's made a good living doing it for over two decades. These pages come from the direct, firsthand experience of a produced professional who's sold scripts, had a hit movie, been hired on numerous writing assignments, dealt with...
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Embark on a transformative journey with "The Lung Cancer Mastery Bible: Your Blueprint for Complete Lung Cancer Management." This comprehensive guide illuminates the complexities of lung cancer, from understanding its basics and types to exploring causes, risk factors, and stages. Dive into the symptoms to watch for and navigate the intricate landscape of diagnosis and screening, unraveling biological mechanisms.Unveil medical treatments, from surgery...
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EMBARK ON A SOULFUL ODYSSEY:Unveil the mysteries of existence in this enlightening journey through "The Path to God Consciousness." Immerse yourself in a captivating exploration that transcends the ordinary, guiding you toward a life brimming with purpose and spiritual vibrancy.Discover the Divine Essence:Enter the realm of profound questioning as you unravel the very fabric of divinity. "What is God?" becomes a portal to understanding, inviting you...
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Vivianne Knebel was born illegitimate in 1943 in the epicenter of Nazi power, Berlin, Germany. Her free-spirited and strong-willed mother, Marija, fought to keep her alive among falling bombs and Soviet attacks. After the end of World War II, with much of Berlin razed to the ground, Vivianne came to know poverty and constant hunger. As a teenager, she immigrated to Canada, but in her new homeland, times became so desperate that she had to beg for...
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Oxford University Press
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[2019]
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"Thomas Harriot (1560-1621) was a pioneer in both the figurative and literal sense. Navigational adviser and loyal friend to Sir Walter Ralegh, Harriot took part in the first expedition to colonize Virginia. Not only was he responsible for getting Ralegh's ships safely to harbor in the New World, once there he became the first European to acquire a working knowledge of an indigenous language (he also began a lifelong love of tobacco, which may have...