Ship Life

Oxford Street burned for three weeks; the Regent's Park camps have been bombed. Lalla, 16, has grown up sheltered from the new reality by her visionary father, Michael Paul. He has promised Lalla and her mother that they will escape. Escape on a ship big enough to save 500 people. Once onboard, as day follows identical day, Lalla's unease grows. Where are they going?

Every journey starts the same, one step at a time. In One Journey 7 Ships, Nahchon Guyton explains the seven crucial ships necessary to complete your journey and how our relationship with Jesus Christ is the anchor for each of one these ships.

It's 1926, and the one thing eleven-year-old Lexie Lewis wants more than anything is to leave Portland, Oregon, where she has been staying with her strict grandparents, and rejoin her mother, a carefree singer in San Fransisco's speakeasies. But Mama's new husband doesn't think a little girl should live with parents who work all night and sleep all day.

A maritime adventure novel set in the unforgiving seas around Kerguelen predominantly during the late 19th century. To Hell from the Sea is a visceral narrative plumbing the depths of a dangerous nautical journey, the gritty life of sailors, and the machinations of high society. Following the lives of worldly seamen and aristocrats alike, this novel delivers hard-hitting truths about survival, human resilience, and enduring love, no matter the odds or societal norms. The heart of the story revolves around the lives onboard the Albatross, a vessel on a treacherous voyage. Axel, a grizzled ...

Write what your know, they say. The author presents a novelization of her parents' marriage. Wife Betty recounts their World War II romance, a rocky beginning to what should be wedding bliss, the births of a son and daughter, and a move to rural Idaho. A man who could build or fix anything, Mitch gradually spirals into mental illness, obsessed with the Virgin Mary and extra-terrestrial flight. Betty relies on her love for the land and her own courage to fulfill her marriage vows and protect her family. From a life of subservience to the family bread-winner, temptation, fear and love give a ...

Set sail to new adventures and escapes with eight best-selling authors in the exciting new Sail Away series! Single and over sixty... Those are the only boxes Jennifer Golden needs to check to be eligible for a ticket on the Silver Sails cruise line. She's taken a few solo trips with women her age, and she knows how to pack what she needs for a 2-week vacation in a single carry-on. She's never done a cruise quite this long or quite this nice, but with her daughter now moved out of the house she's been renting from Jennifer for a decade, a son who's stopped talking to her, and the man she's ...

Rod Brown and Julius Lester bring history to life in this profoundly moving exploration of the slave experience. From the Middle Passage to the auction block, from the whipping post to the fight for freedom, this audiobook presents not just historical facts, but the raw emotions of the people who lived them. Inspired by Rod Brown's vivid paintings, Julius Lester has written a story that places each of us squarely inside the skin of both slave and slave owner. It will capture the heart of every listener, black or white, young or old.

Life is becoming more and more chaotic. Don't you think it's about time someone took ahold of the wheel and steered our crew to some less choppy waters? Have no fear, the hap-hazardous Christopher Colombus is here in an all new self-help comedy book to assist what ails you. From traveling in literal modes of transportation, to dealing with the complacency of now, to planning the unthinkable future, and literally everything in between, CC will advise you.

Disruption is upon you. This is the way out. A thick fog of disruption has rolled into your life. Maybe your entire industry just went into freefall. Or your business is struggling mightily. Perhaps your career path has been upended. Whatever your situation, the world as you know it has changed. You may feel despair, fear, even anger. You have no idea what to do next. Is there a way through this?

Over the course of their respective lives both ships and people often go by different names. Designations change with service and names change with relationships. Robert A. Belie was just shy of two when he disembarked from what was then known as the SS Philadelphia. Over the course of nearly one hundred years after leaving that ship he would go by many names and many titles. But I would know him simply as grandpa.

Dive deeply into the mesmerizing realms of marine conservation and cruise ship culture with our new eBook, "Ocean Odyssey". This offering guides you effortlessly through the transformative journey of one of the most intriguing and underexplored subcultures— the Cruiserati. Cruise ship enthusiasts and marine life defenders meet at the intersection of their shared passions, embarking upon a voyage towards lasting change and respect for our treasured seas. The unique tapestry of narratives explores multifaceted aspects of life onboard a cruise ship, revealing the delightful surprises and ...

Many have dreamed of having a trip through the galaxy, visiting other worlds, meeting other humanities. We have asked ourselves: What will the extraterrestrials truly be like? How they live? What is its true form? What will it feel like to travel on an extraterrestrial ship? Perhaps we have also asked ourselves: What do aliens look for? What is your relationship with Earthlings? Why not openly present? Many of these questions are answered as a result of the analysis of the fantastic experience of an earthling in another galaxy. This is the story of Rodrigo, a young man whose destiny gave ...

Written and read by Jessica Watson, this is the story of a remarkable girl who followed her dream and conquered the world. There is something different about adventurers, about the way their minds work. They look at the world as a place of challenges and though they know what fear is, they refuse to be hindered by it.

It's danger on the high seas for the Barnetts, but will it come from the authorities, Mother Nature or family Flood? In Wisconsin six years ago, Ursula Barnett accidentally committed a shocking crime. The statute of limitations is inching closer, and the police are circling in. Panicked, Ursula books herself and her American family passage on a budget centennial Titanic cruise, hoping to ride out the investigation and embark a woman redeemed. But lurking amongst the leaky walls of the Queen of Crabs is a danger worse than disgruntled, poorly-paid staff, bad food and terrifying onshore ...

On the 3rd of June 1975 in New York, Edward and Pearl Riley receive the ultimate gift of love - a newborn baby, wrapped in a blanket and stuffed in a burlap bag. The child's name, Sakkara, is written out on a torn sheet of paper, and immediately fills every void the married couple has ever had. Pregnant seamstress Petrina Dugal becomes a runaway at the age of twenty-six. She flees the claws of a brutish husband, despite her adoration for a well-loved South American country known as Guyana. At the heart of the rebellion resides an enigmatic lover named Michael Chen. The journey to escape ...

'Evoke the spirit of exploration and venture 'Beyond Borders' with this thrilling new eBook. As unique as it is captivating, this not-to-be-missed guide navigates through the novel concept of shipboard education, offering an unprecedented opportunity to broaden your horizons from the comfort of your reading nook. 'Beyond Borders' throws open the windows to the manifold advantages of living full time on a cruise ship while undertaking a truly global educational voyage. It challenges the confines of traditional classrooms, urging learners to maximize global exposure and challenging them to ...

In July 1882, the steamboat Red Cloud hit a snag near Fort Peck, Montana, and settled into the bed of the Missouri River with a full cargo. The Red Cloud was a symbol-and a source-of the trading company's success. Bought for $25,000 in 1877, it was one of three boats that I. G. Baker employed on the Missouri. A stern-wheeled, wooden-hulled packet boat, the Red Cloud carried both cargo and passengers on a floating palace.

Embark on an unforgettable journey with "Sailing Together," a comprehensive guide for families seeking an adventure at sea. This eBook provides a roadmap to transforming a long-term cruise into a nurturing home, filled with laughs, discovery, and togetherness. Does the thought of family dynamics on a cruise ship make you anxious? Chapter one dives straight into understanding the living constraints and debunking myths about family cruising. It's straightforward, crystal clear, and will put your worries to rest. Venture further into the sea of knowledge and explore the benefits of life at sea...

In early 2020, the world was on edge. An ominous virus was spreading and no one knew what the coming weeks would bring. Far from the hotspots, the cruise ship Zaandam was preparing to sail from Buenos Aires loaded with 1,200 passengers—British, American, Australian, European and South American tourists, plus 600 crew. Most passengers were over the age of 65.

Meet Jack, a typical sixth grader except for his glorious passion for all things under the sea. One morning Jack secretly embarks on a dive alone, taking his gear and some gadgets invented by his dad, including a "scubaphone", a device that allows divers to talk without a tablet. Enter Armstrong, a brilliant and beguiling octopus. The eight-armed creature not only befriends Jack and teaches him about the creatures swimming around him, but leads him to a long-lost ship. There, they confront an earthquake, unpleasant animal strife, a collapsing cave, and worst of all, treasure hunters.