Vivid storytelling and relatable characters drive this collection of short stories, each imparting valuable life lessons. Protagonists face unique challenges and overcome them through virtues like integrity and compassion. One standout tale features a boy whose unique interests lead him to unexpected friendships, emphasizing acceptance and individual differences. This enriching read fosters moral responsibility and personal integrity, making it ideal for both young readers and adults. Perfect for bedtime or classroom use, it inspires and educates through the art of storytelling.
If you currently lead a team, often knowing how to motivate and engage them is really hard. This book is your perfect guide to managing you and your people.
Fans of A Few Good Men and Saving Private Ryan will be drawn to this powerful story of moral courage, integrity, and valor in uniform, revealed in war and in peacetime. Alex Kramer, a prior-enlisted marine and a midshipman at the U.S. Naval Academy, saved three gravely-wounded brothers during combat and was decorated for extraordinary valor. Now conflict confronts him after he takes unauthorized leave to prevent a suicide by a Marine whose life he had rescued under fire. Navy Lieutenant Tara Marcellus, an Academy graduate and submarine junior officer, has returned to Annapolis as a company officer. She meets the fearless midshipman who petitions Tara's sense of moral courage when senior officers recommend punishing Alex with the harshest sanction: separation. Alex's case triggers heated arguments at the Naval Academy's highest levels. He fiercely defends the code of honor he swore, and bled, to uphold; never leave a sailor or Marine behind. Tara deals with a major test of character: either take Alex's side with risks to her role, or do nothing and regret her silence. Together, the two young service members will stand up for a greater duty--for integrity--because it is honorable, despite any consequences that lie ahead for them.
Written in an accessible and engaging style, this book is for anyone embarking
on a research project or beginning to think about a career involving research,
and for those in need of refocusing on why they started research in the first
place.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The story explores the contrasting lives of Sam, a shy and reclusive man in his thirties, and Alice, a passionate activist in her sixties. Their generational differences highlight themes of personal struggle and social justice, as Alice embodies a countercultural spirit that challenges societal injustices, while Sam navigates his own dreams and insecurities. Through their interactions, the book delves into the complexities of human connection across age divides and the impact of activism on personal identity.
The dogs of Easthill believe in the Thumbald, a mysterious locket which
supposedly puts them in touch with goodness, beauty, and truth. At least, they
think they believe in it. Some of them aren't sure. Some of them think it's
nonsense. Others just want to groom their bottoms.
Facing the transition to secondary school, David seeks to maximize his last summer before this big change. He embarks on a personal journey, cycling the three-mile peninsula near his home to reach the lighthouse at its end. This adventure not only serves as a physical challenge but also symbolizes his quest for independence and self-discovery as he navigates his feelings about growing up.
