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This is the story of the historic ship Vegäs first missions of mercy¿a real-life sea tale complete with vicious storms, exotic locations, heart-rending moments, and priceless glimpses into real life on some of the world¿s most remote tropical islands.In December 2004, Shane Granger and his partner, Meggi Macoun, had just completed a sailing odyssey from South Africa to Malaysia and were enjoying a well-earned siesta when the Boxing Day Tsunami changed their lives forever. In a matter of hours, unstoppable waves, often over ten meters high, demolished cities not only in Malaysia but also as far away as Sri Lanka, Thailand, and East Africa, making it the deadliest tsunami in recorded history. With thousands of people suddenly in dire need, Shane and Meggi loaded their vessel with donated food and medical supplies, then set sail for Sumatra to deliver aid.For their ship, the Vega, the mission was a return to her origins. More than a hundred years earlier, in 1892, one of Norway¿s finest boat builders had launched the legendary ship, specially designed to sail fully loaded with heavy cargo such as limestone, bricks, pig iron, and cement through some of the world¿s roughest seas. Vega soon became famous for her ability to carry loads other boats her size could not. And now her legacy would continue as she returned to actively carrying cargo, though of a very different kind.Shane and Meggi¿s first mission of mercy marked a turning point and evolved into a passion. Every year since 2004, they have undertaken a 7,500-mile journey to carry tons of free training, tools, health supplies, and educational materials to remote island communities in eastern Indonesia and East Timor. To date, Vega has sailed more than 100,000 miles, delivering everything from pulse oximeters and midwife kits to backpacks and sports equipment and visiting locations few outsiders will ever see. The adventures they encounter along the way are nothing short of amazing.

The legendary Blues Highway has played a key role in the lives of countless musicians. Running from Nashville, Tennessee, to New Orleans, Louisiana, there¿s music around every bend. The greatest blues singers, rockers, and country wailers have all traveled this fateful road, U.S. Route 61. From the two-room home where the King was born to the original Heartbreak Hotel to the crossroads where Robert Johnson allegedly sold his soul to the devil for fame, every stop has a story to tell. Inspiring, practical, and entertaining, this is the premier guide to all the off-the-radar stops along Americäs Blues Highway that you simply must not miss. Author Amy Bizzarri, road trip expert and author of the bestselling guide to the Mother Road, The Best Hits on Route 66, provides a comprehensive list of 100 unique stops that you¿ll want to take a moment to explore as you journey along the fascinating, 730-mile route from Nashville to New Orleans. Experience its world-famous music landmarks, tucked-away locations, and one-of-a-kind stops. Travel one section at a time, or plan an extended trip along the entire route.

The unofficial guide to the home of the Knights! The University of Central Florida Trivia Book features a wealth of new and recent facts, with over 650 questions (with answers!) and quotations spanning more than six decades of UCF history, ranging from the fun to the significant, and from the bizarre to the informative. This book is the quintessential source of information about UCF, perfect for current and prospective students, alumni, college sports fans, and UCF fans in town and all over the world.Discover obscure facts, forgotten lore, and exciting tidbits about everything from student life and traditions to Town and Gown, including:Who was the first football game against?What was the shuttle on campus called in 1993?When did the Spirit Splash ducks first appear?Where did the Citronaut debut?Why do most of the phone numbers on campus begin with 823?And much more!

The University of South Carolina Trivia Book features a wealth of new and recent facts, with over 700 questions (with answers) and quotations spanning more than two centuries of USC history.

The unofficial guide to the home of the Tigers! The Princeton University Trivia Book features a wealth of historic and recent facts, with over 650 questions (with answers!) and quotations spanning nearly three centuries of Princeton history, ranging from the fun to the significant, and from the bizarre to the informative. This book is the quintessential source of information about one of the world¿s most respected universities, perfect for current and prospective students, alumni, and locals.Discover obscure facts, forgotten lore, and exciting tidbits about everything from student life and traditions to Town and Gown, including:Campus myths that may be true¿ or false¿ or funny!The University¿s many connections to TV and moviesEinstein¿s true relationship to the UniversityThe when and how of Princeton¿s informal motto ¿In the Nation¿s Service and the Service of Humanity¿Student rivalry with Rutgers leading to football and cannon wars

Up North Wisconsin is said to be a ¿state of mind and geography, less about geography and more about what you do when you get there.¿ Up North is considered to be any north-central Wisconsin community above Highway. 8. Once a remote primeval forest settled by iron and copper miners and then lumberjacks, Up North is now an extremely popular vacation destination, drawing vacationers form Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Michigan, and parts beyond, year 'round, who enjoy its 3,200 lakes, streams and a half-million acres of public forest.More than just a cookbook, Up North Wisconsin celebrates the history, the people, and cultures that so influenced the area for centuries with a compilation of recipes presenting a fresh take on traditional foods alongside interesting sidebars on the quintessential uniqueness that makes Up North Wisconsin.

The story of Madeleine and Colonel John Jacob Astor is very much part of the story of Bar Harbor, Maine. The relatively poor Madeleine Force met Colonel Astor, the third richest man in the United States, in Bar Harbor in 1910. The viscous scandal after they're wedding caused the newlyweds to board the Titanic to return to America; the ensuing tragedy would claim the life of the colonel.Madeleine Astor returned to Bar Harbor after the Titanic disaster, where all eyes were on her, and where she was triumphant in claiming the role of social leader. In 1916,she remarried in the center of Bar Harbor, and gave up everything Astor. The story follows the 17 years of her second marriage, and then her scandalous third marriage. Madeleine, now in her 40s, married a penniless young boxer and her name erased from the Social Register after that. She died a lonely figure in her 40s. This new book from historian Mac Smith documents Madeleine's life in Bar Harbor and the Astor presence on Bar Harbor through Colonel Aster's family and the Kane family--Astor cousins who were prominent there. It puts Madeleine Astor's story in the context of Bar Harbor's Golden Age. In telling Madeleine Astor's story, the story of a changing Bar Harbor is also revealed.

Gardeners will find advice and photos for adapting to any microclimate or situation including shade; wet soil; coastal landscapes; container, raised-bed, and extended-season gardening; and much more. Gardeners and landscapers will treasure this book for its elegant writing and full-color photography, its photo-essay tours of outstanding owner-maintained gardens throughout New England, its focus on organic methods and native plants, and its guidance on integrating gardens of every variety into their surrounding landscapes. Photo sequences of key techniques enhance the book, which is designed and indexed to provide instant access to the information a gardener needs at hand. In Reeser Manley and Marjorie Peronto's view, the plots of land on which we live are not our ¿yards¿ but our gardens¿extensions of the surrounding natural world¿and we, as gardeners, are caretakers of that world. They advocate gardening in tune with nature¿ avoiding pesticides, chemical fertilizers, and invasive plants, while creating a garden that enhances local biodiversity. The New England Gardener's Year will guide you to a garden of great beauty and bountiful harvests.

Exploring the Southern Maine coast and interior from Kittery to Portland, this eclectic book guides readers to geological points of interest such as waterfalls, glacial boulders, rock profiles, and towering cliff views; to historic houses, garrisons, and mansions; to hiking trails and scenic walkways; to museums, historic churches, and nineteenth-century libraries; to beaches, rivers, parks, and launch sites for cartop watercraft; and to golf courses. Brief descriptions provide just enough information to whet your curiosity without giving anything away and GPS coordinates make sure you don't get lost.

In this exciting conclusion to Kayel Hayes' Lake Kanakonda trilogy, the mysterious Mr. Blackendoff appears to tell Alex the story of the bell box, which begins in far off Peru. Soon Alex realizes he must take control to finally unravel the ancient mystery that surrounds Lake Kanakondah. Is he on the right trail or is he making things unimaginably worse?

Great American World War II Survival Stories is a magnificent collection of gripping accounts of survival during the largest war ever fought.

Silas Talbot¿s life illuminates his time¿not with greater brightness than the lives of his more famous contemporaries, but with perhaps broader range and greater insight into the experiences and circumstances of a plain citizen of the new republic¿a citizen whose bravery and energy helped to create it.Silas Talbot was a farmer¿s son who went to sea, learned the building trades, saved and invested his money wisely, married well several times, fought as a Rhode Island soldier in the Revolutionary War, became a lieutenant colonel, served with courage and competence, became a privateer and a prisoner-of-war in the conflict at sea, speculated in western lands, was elected to the New York State Legislature and the U.S. Congress, represented the interests of American sailors forced to serve in Britain¿s navy, and finally achieved the rank of U.S. Navy captain and became the second commanding officer of the frigate USS Constitution.In a full and energetic life of sixty-two years he met and served the famous¿Washington, Adams, Hamilton, Lafayette¿and also raised a family; advanced in the social, political, and business circles of New York and Rhode Island; and was, as the author notes, ¿among the first of the new citizens of the new republic to seize its gifts.¿

Whether you're planning a big bash or an intimate date night, Gathering Boards is the insider's guide on how to make your night special. With helpful tips on how to thoughtfully array a spread of food, recipes for crafting cocktails, and how to decorate your space, this book has all the tricks, tips, and fixings to help create the perfect party setting.

In A League of Her Own shares the inspiring stories of nineteen groundbreaking women in the world of sports. Using exclusive interviews and her own unique lens, former NBA scout and NFL cheerleader Bonnie-Jill Laflin captures the remarkable life journeys of these iconic women whose bravery and hard work have changed the face of sports and culture.

Part love letter, part invitation, 1,001 Ways Nature Makes You Smile is an informative celebration of the outdoors in simple, classic, fun, illustrated list-style chapters.

From beach peas to serviceberries, hen of the woods to Indian cucumber, ostrich ferns to sea rocket, this guide uncovers the edible wild foods and healthful herbs of New York. Helpfully organized by environmental zone, the book is an authoritative guide for nature lovers, outdoorsmen, and gastronomes.

From acacia to wild grape, this guide uncovers the edible wild foods and healthful herbs of California. Helpfully organized by plant families, the book is an authoritative guide for nature lovers, outdoorsmen, and gastronomes.

Hiking Fire Lookouts New York details 40 hikes that lead to climbable lookouts throughout the state.