Novedades

Maurice and Maralyn make an odd couple. He’s a loner, awkward and obsessive; she’s charismatic and ambitious. But they share a horror of wasting their lives. And they dream – as we all dream – of running away from it all. What if they quit their jobs, sold their house, bought a boat, and sailed away? Most of us begin and end with the daydream. But Maurice began to study nautical navigation. Maralyn made detailed lists of provisions. And in June 1972, they set sail. For nearly a year all went well, until deep in the Pacific, a breaching whale knocked a hole in their boat and it sank.

A college graduate from the Midwest travels to Beijing to teach English, and contends with culture shock and a mysterious government official following his every move. Based upon the author’s journals, the story combines exploration of a strange land with magical realism and a sudden romance, which forces a critical, life-changing decision.

Lovestruck and newly unemployed, Andrew Singer cashes in his savings to investigate a key question: Is #vanlife as awesome as it looks? After all, what could go wrong when two millennials—who have never used a saw before—attempt to convert a plumber’s van into a tiny home-on-wheels?

Like a modern-day Chaucer in The Canterbury Tales, Cary Segall, a former award-winning newspaper reporter, has captured the stories of the hikers, hostel owners, trail angels, volunteers and others along the nearly 2,200 miles of the Appalachian Trail. As he hiked the entire trail, he interviewed hundreds of people about their experiences, dreams and aspirations, and about their motives for attempting the scenic and arduous hike through 14 states from Georgia to Maine. His reporting skills led those 21st-Century pilgrims to open their hearts about their lives and their journeys on the ...

What happens when a burnt-out techie professional ditches the comforts of modern life and hikes 2,650 miles across the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada? A head-on collision of midlife crisis and wilderness reality, where he’s never felt more alive. Somewhere between blisters, bear poop, and resupply, it clicks. Those cryptic ideas of Zen and Taoism he skimmed almost two decades ago—about ‘simplicity’ and ‘attachment,’ the kind most of us flag as hippie nonsense, weren’t entirely wrong.

A summer hike, a lakeside swim, a night in a camper… these moments of peace can become nightmares in a heartbeat. The line between the human world and the wild is vanishing. In this gripping collection of true, meticulously researched accounts, you will confront the terrifying reality of what happens when that line is crossed. From the dense forests of National Parks to the deceptive quiet of a suburban backyard, these stories reveal the chilling truth: a predator can be anywhere. Inside, you will discover: Heart-Pounding Encounters: Witness the split-second decisions that mean life or ...

Discover the remarkable life of Daniel Boone... Daniel Boone is one of those figures in American history whose life often intertwines with myths and legends. While numerous tall tales surround this American adventurer, many of his greatest feats are actually true. They are not merely artifacts of folklore—they genuinely happened. Daniel Boone really did blaze a trail through the Cumberland Gap into the western frontier. He really did become initiated as a member of the Shawnee (who gave him the name “Big Turtle”), and he really did serve under Revolutionary War General George Rogers Clark.

You don’t need all the answers—just the courage to take the first step. In Bold: A Memoir, author J.A. Jernay delivers an unforgettable story about daring to live a life guided by guts, not guarantees. From leaving behind predictable paths to chasing dreams in unfamiliar places, each chapter is an invitation to defy limits and trust yourself to survive every outcome. Follow the author as he finds a foothold in the Washington, D.C. political media establishment navigates the pitfalls of the Hollywood entertainment industry climbs the highest mountain in the contiguous 48 states restarts ...

"Digging For Life" is a moving narrative by Adiang Assuoe, chronicling his harrowing journey from Cameroon to the diamond fields of Angola. In this heartfelt memoir, Assuoe shares his pursuit of a better life in post-apartheid South Africa, a dream that tragically lands him in a world of exploitation and enslavement. Assuoe's storytelling captures the essence of an individual's struggle against overwhelming odds, making "Digging For Life" a compelling read that resonates with anyone who has dared to dream. It's a story that stays with you, long after the last page is turned.

Eine schwere degenerative Erkrankung des motorischen Nervensystems, undenkbar, unumkehrbar, vermeintlich unheilbar. Doch trotz der Erkenntnis, dass er nach und nach seine Bewegungsfähigkeit einbüßen und auf die Hilfe anderer angewiesen sein wird, verliert Philipp nicht seinen Lebensmut. Er beginnt, sich mit grundlegenden Fragen auseinanderzusetzen, Fragen zu Leben und Tod, zur Schulmedizin und möglichen Alternativen, zu Sinn und Spiritualität.

In the heart of the Swiss Alps stand the three majestic peaks of the Bernese Oberland, Europe's most famous mountain range. The highest, at 13,638 feet, is the Jungfrau. Next is the Mönch, at 13,465 feet. But it is the smallest, the Eiger, rising 13,038 feet above sea level, that is by far the deadliest.

When Loving Them Hurts: A Parent’s Guide to Surviving an Addicted Adult Child You never thought you’d be here—living in the nightmare of addiction, watching your child spiral, feeling powerless to stop it. You’ve tried everything. You’ve begged, pleaded, paid for rehabs, covered for them, bailed them out, given second chances—and still, nothing changes. So what now? This book is for parents who are exhausted, heartbroken, and out of options. It’s for those drowning in guilt, fear, and the unbearable weight of waiting for the call. It’s for those who need real answers, hard ...

Lessons about embracing the miracles of life, based on a story of how Brody Young survived being shot nine times and severely wounded by a man while on patrol as a park ranger in a remote canyon in Utah one night. After many months, he recovered from his wounds and returned to work, forever changed by his near-death experience. How Young reacted in the face of life-threatening danger takes on heightened meaning when we learn how he decided to respond to the miracles that followed.

Captain William Kidd stands as one of the most notorious "pirate" outlaws ever, but his legend is tainted by a bed of lies. Having captivated imaginations for more than three hundred years and inspired many stories about pirates, troubling questions remain. Was he really a criminal or is the truth more inconvenient: that he was a buccaneer's worst nightmare, a revered pirate hunter turned fall guy for scheming politicians?

Latin America is a mystery, shrouded behind myths and niceties. However, the politically incorrect truth about the region is becoming more prescient as the diaspora balloons, especially in Anglo-America. If you want to get past polite-society conversations and marketing narratives to understand the reality on the ground, this is the book for you. The Latin America Red Pill is part investigative journalism, part economic analysis, and part autobiography.

Sie wurde 1836 während des Fort-Parker-Massakers von Comanchen entführt und später von einer Indianerfamilie adoptiert. Als Siebzehnjährige heiratete sie einen Kriegshäuptling. Zu den gemeinsamen Kindern zählt Quanah Parker, der später als Häuptling lange gegen europäische Siedler kämpfte. Cynthia Ann Parker wurde 1860 von Texas Rangern aufgegriffen und gegen ihren Willen zu ihrer Familie zurückgebracht.

Melissa Chapman was 23 years old and part of a happy, loving family. With no cell phone, no GPS, no support team or truck following with supplies, Chapman quickly learned that the reality of a cross-country horseback journey was quite different from the fantasy. Her solo adventure would immediately rest her mental, physical, and emotional resources as she and her four-legged companions were forced to adapt to the dangers and loneliness of a trek that would span over 2,600 miles, beginning in New York State and reaching its end on the other side of the country, in California.

Chandler Ricks was born for this. Smokejumping isn’t just a job—it’s a calling. It’s danger wrapped in adrenaline, sweat forged in purpose. At just twenty years old, Chandler steps out of training and into the flames, a six-foot-three force of will, armed with a pulaski axe and the kind of courage only found in those who run toward what others flee. But fire isn’t the only thing waiting in the wilderness. As Chandler’s first season with the elite team of smokejumpers begins, he’s faced with searing heat, shifting winds, and a fiery phenomenon even the veterans can’t explain...

Hope in the Darkness – A Story of Redemption, Faith, and Unshakable Love For years, the weight of the past felt unbearable. The pain, the struggles, the longing for love from those unable to give it—it all seemed too much. But even in the darkest moments, there was hope. And not just any hope—hope through God. In Hope in the Darkness, I share a deeply personal testimony of resilience, survival, and faith. Through heartbreak and trials, one truth remains: God never abandons us. No matter where you come from or what you’ve endured, He has a plan for your life—a plan of healing, ...

What if everything you know can be cloned... except who you are? INIMITABLE is a bold, first-person manifesto about the only thing artificial intelligence can’t replicate: your lived experience turned into impact. Through a series of sharp, real-life stories—some uncomfortable, all true—Nacho Caballero shows how authenticity, presence, and emotional intelligence are now your only competitive edge in a world of templates and tech. It's not a book about fighting the future. It's a book about owning who you already are, and why the one thing that can't be hacked is your story, told live,...