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This book tells you what it is like to do just that. The author, who served for twenty-seven years at busy inner-London fire stations, gives a fascinating account of his life as a London Fireman. From attending the biggest fire in post-war London to achieving the Chief Officer's Commendation for bravery, this book takes you through the highs of saving lives to the lows of multiple child deaths. Skillfully blending drama with farce, it will have you chuckling out loud.Described in American reviews as, 'the best first-person account of firefighting ever!'WARNING: NOT RECOMMENDED FOR LONG TRAIN OR AEROPLANE JOURNEYS, WHERE CONTINUOUS CHUCKLING OUT LOUD MIGHT BE CONSIDERED ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR.

Have you taken your child to the zoo to see the different animals? This book highlights the unique qualities each animal possesses and conveys the importance of acceptance. Remember to always be kind to everyone, even to people who don't look or act like you. We are all special!

On the frigid coast of Newfoundland and Labrador, two families find themselves in the cold water of turbulent times. One, a human family, is immersed in a sea of misdirected emotions and the other, a killer whale family, is faced with the consequence of human interference. Both families are split apart on the rocks of life and heading straight for a collision course.Young Charlie Newhook and his clan were struggling fishermen, who lived under a continual cloud of brooding storms brought on by blinded emotions. The immaturity of a son to understand his family's situation and the inability by the father to express his feelings, introduces a perfect storm of discontent.Cultis, the renegade killer whale, is the product of humanity's quest for greed. Taken from the freedom of the sea, he becomes an uncontrollable force of terror, hell-bent on destroying everything in its path. Blinded by the thirst for revenge, blood is freely spilled on the path of reconciliation, in hopes of shedding the weight of antiquated ways. In a sea of uncertainty, the Newhook clan and the pod of killer whales finally collide, to find unexpected redemption upon the cold-blooded waters of Newfoundland.

How lovely to introduce a child to a beautiful world, full of fun and charm! Why not let Barra the Squirrel, his little friend Cairn and their much-loved band of chums, entertain you? There is many a moral to be found in the story of friendship, tolerance and understanding. Although aimed at reading to the tiny child, it's a lovely book to read, re-read and treasure over the early years. Their adventures take the reader, and listener, to a world of joy. Leading to the understanding that, no matter what, friendship and love will triumph over all. In particular, that if respect is given to everyone and their differences, it will be a happier world!

Little Daisy wakes up to start a new day which turns out to be unlike any other day. That's because it's spring in the meadow. Come along and join Little Daisy on her big and exciting adventure, because the meadow looks good again.

Against the background of broad brush strokes of Nepal's history and geography, David Hawker tells a dramatic story. After 20 years working in Nepal, Nurse Ellen Findlay saw an opportunity to go and attempt to meet the desperate needs of people living in the remote and inaccessible mountains of Nepal. With vision, determination and bravery, she and surgeon Mike Smith pioneered outreach into some of Nepal's most isolated and poverty-stricken communities. For 25 years, 7-10 day surgical, medical and dental camps were organised, treating more than 100,000 sick people during civil war and political upheaval, many in places with no roads or airstrips. Finally, after the massive earthquake of 2015, specialist gynaecological and ear centres were established to provide ongoing treatment and training for Nepali clinicians.

We can no longer look the other way when it comes to sustainability. An unhealthy planet means unhealthy people. This book gives the child the knowledge to ask the right questions about the food they buy. When we buy food, we have a role in making the right choices. The intention of this book is to raise awareness about how seafood is produced and making those right choices for your dinner table. In the back of the book there is a section that helps the big person in the room to understand the broader issues. Together, child and adult are encouraged to team up when shopping for food for a sustainable planet.

Willy and Wally are windscreen wipers. They're what now? They are windscreen wipers, you know those things that keep car windscreens clear when it rains or snows. But they're very special windscreen wipers. These windscreen wipers come to life when people (that's you and me) are not looking. Next time you are in a car with your family, take a look. But don't touch them! They may be special too. Our mischievous windscreen wipers (as in cheeky monkeys!), love to go on adventures in their home town of Bryson-on-the-Walk. When they do they are helped by their friends. There's Milly and Molly the mirrors, 'Enery the engine, Horatio the headlight and Boddington the bumper. I first met Willy and Wally on a journey to London many, many years ago. It was raining and they did a grand job in keeping the windscreen clear and so kept me safe. Of course I didn't know their names back then but I soon found out.... Find out what happens in this their first adventure when they hear a very strange noise coming from the back of their car.