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Unveil the secrets of the Pacific Northwest with "Wine Country and Local Cuisine," a tantalizing journey through a region renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and unparalleled gastronomic pleasures. This immersive eBook invites readers to explore a world where the land's distinct terroir and vibrant culinary scene intertwine to create an unforgettable experience for the senses. Begin your adventure with an introduction to the region's rich tapestry of terrains and flavors, revealing the hidden allure that captivates wine and food enthusiasts worldwide. Venture into the unique wine ...

The story of John Robert Mortimer (1825-1911) encompasses both the beginnings of archaeology as a scientific study and the details of a life lived entirely in one small corner of the East Riding of Yorkshire. During the second half of the nineteenth century archaeology made the transition from antiquarian pursuit to fledgling academic discipline. Mortimer, a corn merchant from Driffield, was of central importance, laying many of the foundations on which the subject came to be built. He devoted most of his adult life to the systematic and careful examination of large numbers of prehistoric ...

Jesus came to seek and to save the lost, paying particular attention to the downtrodden and the poor. As followers of Jesus, Christians are called to imitate his example and reach out to those who have the least. This book offers biblical guidelines and practical strategies for reaching those on the margins of our society with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

“Just sit tight, shut up and let me work my magic. And, for heaven’s sake, try to look empowered.” Trent Argent, community troubleshooter, has been parachuted into an isolated village identified as a problem area. It’s his job to tell the Ramstead locals to eat less sugar and stop getting their teenagers pregnant. He’s done this countless times before, but how did he end up so rich? The council is determined. It’s brought together public agencies in partnership, and not just to have someone else to point at when things go wrong. The villagers, led by Gerald Thompson of the ...

Movies have always helped Ethan Ashby make sense of the world. So when developers swoop in and say the classic Green Street Cinema is going to be destroyed to make room for luxury condos, Ethan is ready for battle. And so a motley crew of cinema employees comes together to save the place they love.

In the late 1880s, Pleasant Valley, Arizona, descended into a nightmare of violence, murder, and mayhem. By the time the Pleasant Valley War was over, 18 men were dead, four were wounded, and one was missing, never to be found. Valley of the Guns explores the reasons for the violence that engulfed the settlement, turning neighbors, families, and friends against one another.

“Internationally Known, Locally Disrespected” is a collection of the most insane, unexpected, and hilarious Uber Rides from your favorite Uber Youtuber, Driver Eddie. From a late night drug run to getting trapped in a brothel, these funny, absurd, and downright wild rides are guaranteed to leave you wondering who ever thought driving around drunk strangers you met on the internet would be a good idea. Eddie Doyle is a comedian, author, and content creator born and bred outside of Philadelphia in that little slice of heaven known as Delco.

In this powerful, passionate chronicle, Noah Adams, the beloved host of NPR's All Things Considered, takes us on a river journey through the heart of Appalachia - a journey shared by pioneers and preachers, white-water daredevils, bluegrass musicians, and an unforgettable cast of vivid historical characters.

The pet industry is growing and are you ready for a recession proof career? Discover a book full of concrete, actionable, and clear guidance to choose your next profession. Are you unhappy with your current job? Would you like to work in the pet industry but don’t know where to begin? Do you want a form of passive income doing something you love? Twelve time best-selling author and pet career expert Wendy Van de Poll is the founder of the business—Center for Pet Loss Grief and has over twenty years of working in the pet industry. Now she’s here to help you choose the career you always...

Nuclear power once promised to be the solution to the world's energy crisis, but that all changed in the late twentieth century after multiple high-profile accidents and meltdowns. Power plant workers, finding themselves the subject of public opposition, became leery of reporters. But one plant in Zion, Illinois, allowed unrestricted access to one journalist: the Chicago Tribune's Casey Bukro. Bukro spent two years inside the Zion nuclear plant, interviewing employees, witnessing high-risk maintenance procedures, and watching the radiation exposure counter on his own dosimeter tick up and up.

We all know of Theodore Roosevelt being the US president from 1901 to 1909, an American politician, statesman, soldier, conservationist, and naturalist. BUT few know of him being an acclaimed historian. Roosevelt’s The Winning of the West quickly became a bestseller. The first edition of his book sold out in little more than a month and helped establish Roosevelt as a literary man and scholar, placing him on a path toward future greatness.

“Social Enterprise is a powerful agent for fostering societal change. When social entrepreneurs and social impact enthusiasts come together and are supported, there is an opportunity for real, lasting sustainable peace and transformation”. The SDGs represents some of the smartest interventions the world has ever had. And actually, the SDGs with their broader vision of 169 targets with an all comprising mandates are supposed to be interlinked with every other goal and relate meaningfully to the current social economic structures in terms of practical poverty, hunger, unemployment and ...

Greater Than A Tourist - Gettysburg, Pennsylvania USA by Melody Guillen offers the inside scoop on Gettysburg. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination. From this audiobook, you will discover advice that will help you throughout your stay.

This engaging history pulls listeners back to a chaotic time along the lower Rio Grande in the mid-19th century. Texas Devils challenges the time-honored image of "good guys in white hats" to reveal the more complicated and sobering reality behind the Ranger Myth. Michael L. Collins demonstrates that, rather than bringing peace to the region, the Texas Rangers contributed to the violence and were often brutal in their injustices against Spanish-speaking inhabitants.

Discover the compelling rhythm of retail with "The Storefront Symphony," an engaging guide to creating and sustaining a successful local farm store. Journey into this all-embracing guide that meticulously blends the spirit of the farm-to-table philosophy with the practicalities of retail business. In Chapter 1, uncover the undeniable importance of physical retail in the digital era and familiarize yourself with the idea of the farm store concept. Move onto Chapter 2, where you find the key to selecting your niche and identifying your target market, setting the base strong for a successful ...

Greater Than a Tourist - Portland Oregon USA, by Cassie Kluse, offers the inside scoop on Portland, Oregon. This audiobook will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

This book focuses on the development of a missional ethos at New Hope Church of God in Christ in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Members were encouraged to embrace missiology as a means of spreading the gospel, making disciples within New Hope Church, and throughout the community. The project was based on the premise that the congregation was not involved in missional ministry. The hypothesis was that an attitudinal change would occur within members once they were informed of the concept of a missional church. The methodology used to evaluate the hypothesis was qualitative, using surveys, ...

Navigating Christmas Traditions: A Handbook for Expatriates in Christian Countries is aguidebook designed to assist expatriates in understanding and participating in the diverse Christmas customs and practices prevalent in Christian nations. With a focus on cultural sensitivity, this invaluable resource offers practical advice, historical insights, and step-by-step instructions to help expats immerse themselves in the joyous festivities, while also respecting local traditions and customs. Whether you are a newly arrived expatriate or a seasoned traveler, this handbook will ensure that you ...

Seth Halliday and Caroline are honeymooning off the coast of Ecuador when a young girl falls from a gray and rainy sky to her death. Seth's search for her killer will take the couple to Boca Raton, Paris and Mykonos, Greece. A tale of obsession begins to emerge as Seth tries to find the connection between the young girl and a jazz singer who committed suicide a decade earlier. The singer's friendship with the sister of a lovely television star and her relationship with a brutal arms dealer all come into play before Seth returns to Ecuador. A bloody confrontation in the jungles of Tena ...

Dear Traveler, Welcome to the WanderStories™ guide to Chinese cuisine and table manners. We will tell you about the eight main schools of Chinese cookery, the delicious Peking duck, about eating out and table manners, and finally about the Chinese custom of tea drinking. We, at WanderStories™, are storytellers. We don’t tell you where to eat or sleep, we don’t intend to replace a typical travel reference guide. Our mission is to be the best local guide that you would wish to have by your side when visiting the sights. So, we meet you at the sight and take you on a tour. ...