Retracez les pas de John Tanner alors qu'il raconte son périple à travers les déserts de l'Amérique du Nord pendant plus de trente ans. Tanner a été capturé par les Shawnees lorsqu'il était jeune et vivait avec les Amérindiens depuis. Cette histoire fascinante est un aperçu unique de la vie indigène avant l'arrivée des Européens.
Exterminator 69 will place you directly in the path of an onrushing freight train going a hundred miles an hour. The tragically flawed protagonist, Mick, also known as exterminator sixty nine is the ultimate country boy just trying to do his job on a regular Friday afternoon, that is until he enters a house only to find the local sheriff's deputy murdered, half eaten, and with fire ants consuming the remains of his carcass. And when the ants turn on him as one sentient being he soon realizes he is facing a lot more than just a simple extermination job. Confronted with an unknown diabolical force, albeit within the body of a mysterious raven haired man, he finds himself in a fight for not only his survival but that of mankind itself. Initially just one step ahead of the lawmen who suspect him to be the murderer, they eventually join forces as they realize what they are up against. In an epic battle that lays waste to an unsuspecting town by the forces of darkness, he must use his wits, hillbilly cunning and entomological knowledge against a fire ant army of billions controlled by the spawn of Satan. In this macabre, raunchy, and frighteningly fast paced novel, will a "good ol' country boy" be able to outwit and defeat the forces of darkness.
Focusing on midwifery and obstetrics, this book offers insights into 19th-century practices, including the use of anesthetics during childbirth. As a faithful reprint of the 1871 edition, it provides historical perspectives and techniques relevant to the era's medical understanding. The text serves as both a practical guide and a valuable resource for those interested in the evolution of obstetric care.
Focusing on the experiences of John Tanner, this narrative recounts his thirty-year life among Native American tribes in North America's interior. It provides a unique perspective on his captivity and adventures, offering insights into indigenous cultures and the challenges he faced. The modern republication ensures that the text is clear and accessible, preserving this significant historical account for contemporary and future readers.
the Achievement and Context of Richard Brautigan's Fiction
122 pages
5 hours of reading
Set against the backdrop of the late 1960s and early 1970s, this study delves into Richard Brautigan's complex legacy as a counter-cultural figure whose literary merit has been overshadowed by his hip image. Dr. John Tanner seeks to restore Brautigan's reputation by examining his work within the cultural and literary transformations of the era. The analysis reveals Brautigan as a significant and innovative voice in American literature, challenging the notion that he is merely a relic of the Sixties.
Focusing on the accountability systems in education, the book explores the misalignment between the designed functions of standards, assessments, and quality determinations, and the intentions behind their selection. It skillfully unravels the complexities of these systems, highlighting the inherent contradictions in a clear and coherent manner, making it an essential read for understanding the challenges within educational accountability.
John Tanner's fascinating autobiography tells the story of a man torn between white society and the Native Americans with whom he identified.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.