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The Kurai army is decimated, the deterrent of Orran’s Blade gone. In the wake of the battle with Zian Agran, a lord known as Kichibei moves to seize Hirono – a domain he believes is rightfully his. Lord Orran has but one choice – to send out Takashi Asano, a boy who can speak with wolves, to beg aid from the Council of Wolves – the legendary reborn warriors duty-bound to the Kurai. However, all is not right with the Council – they have lost something precious to them and Takashi must find it, but how can he go on when Meera has vanished from his life…?Book 2 of The Hirono Chronicles trilogy – WOLF WARRIORS takes you on another journey into the distant past to a land where honour, respect and duty are valued above life itself, a land where death is no barrier to loyalty… or to love.
The Hirono Chronicles
Meera is dying. After months on the run with Takashi the Council have reclaimed her, but the gift is slowly killing her. Takashi and Meera discover their only hope is to enter Sen’i – the spirit realm – and to beg an almighty spirit to transfer it. But an unnatural sickness is spreading through Sen’i and they must first stop it before it is too late… Book 3 of The Hirono Chronicles trilogy – SPIRIT WAR takes you on a final journey into the distant past to a land where honour, respect and duty are valued above life itself, a land where death is no barrier to loyalty… or to love.
Higher Love
In 2006 Kit DesLauriers made history by becoming the first person to climb–and then ski–from the summit of each continent’s highest mountain, the famed Seven Summits. Centered on this quest, her book <i>Higher Love</i> represents a hero’s journey, rich with personal insights, life-threatening consequences, and a thrilling crescendo. Spanning seven continents in just two years, this deeply personal memoir recounts Kit’s initially secret journey that would change her life forever. From braving Antarctica’s bone-chilling temperatures to trudging through an African rainforest, from corn snow on the slopes of Australia to blue ice on Everest, Kit leads you up each mountain and gives you a heart-racing ride back down. This candid, fast-paced story shows how in¬spiration, teamwork, and honoring our true nature blazes the trail to every summit, on or off the mountain.
Mud, Rocks, Blazes
Despite her success setting a self-supported Fastest Known Time record on the Pacific Crest Trail in 2013, Heather “Anish” Anderson still had such deep-seated insecurities that she became convinced her feat had been a fluke. So two years later she set out again, this time hiking through mud, rocks, and mountain blazes to crush her constant self-doubt and seek the true source of her strength and purpose.<br><br> The 2,180 miles of the Appalachian Trail, from Maine to Georgia, did not make it easy. Anderson struggled with its infamous rain, humidity, insects, and steep grades for 54 days. But because she had to fight for every step, she knew when she reached the summit of Springer Mountain, the AT’s southern terminus, that she had fully earned the trail. Of greater value, she learned to love herself and her body, and to feel the depth of her power. Examining emotional scars as well as her relationship with her mother, Anderson’s deeply internal yet highly physical journey in <i>Mud, Rocks, Blazes</i> is an essential story.
A Shape in the Dark
In <i>A Shape in the Dark</i>, wilderness guide and lifelong Alaskan Bjorn Dihle weaves personal experience with historical and contemporary accounts to explore the world of brown bears–from encounters with the Lewis and Clark Expedition, frightening attacks including the famed death of Timothy Treadwell, the controversies related to bear hunting, the animal’s place in native cultures, and the impacts on the species from habitat degradation and climate change. Much more than a report on human-bear interactions, this compelling story intimately explores our relationship with one of the world’s most powerful predators. An authentic and thoughtful work, it blends outdoor adventure, history, and elements of memoir to present a mesmerizing portrait of Alaska’s brown bears and grizzlies, informed by the species’ larger history and their fragile future.
Walking Toward Peace
Walking Toward Peace shares the intimate stories of veterans who, post-deployment, have wrestled with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Through a process called «ecotherapy,» spending time in nature to promote healing and mental health, they have found new tools to deal with issues that have resulted from combat experiences: survivor’s guilt, nightmares, lack of trust, depression, hypervigilance, thoughts of suicide, and lack of purpose. Some veterans profiled here have gone to extremes, spending months on long-distance expeditions, like hiking the 3,100-mile Continental Divide Trail or canoeing the 2,320-mile Mississippi River. For many others, however, brief excursions in the outdoors offer an opportunity for healing. Author Cindy Ross examines current research and perspectives of professional therapists and provides information on organizations devoted to healing veterans in the outdoors. Each featured veteran is depicted in an illustrated portrait. Veterans share their stories, frequently as they sit by a campfire, describing wartime traumas and their present lives. Through their collective voices what becomes clear is that anyone suffering from any form of PTSD may discover the powerful comfort and healing that can be found in the outdoors.
Hike the Parks: Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park encompasses 415 square miles crowned by spectacular mountain environments. Its famed Trail Ridge Road crests at over 12,000 feet elevation and includes many overlooks onto subalpine and alpine worlds. The park also features hundreds of miles of hiking trails, stunning wildflower blooms, wildlife viewing including the iconic Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, crystal-clear starry nights, and the highest continuous paved road in the nation. Guide features include: <ul> <li>35 day hikes with detailed directions, photos, maps</li> <li>Longs Peak summit route</li> <li>Recommended 1- and 3-day itineraries</li> <li>Park access and transportation options</li> <li>Park history, geology, flora and fauna</li> <li>Top 7 “must-see” sights and activities</li> </ul>
Discovering Portland Parks
Portland has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to parks, with more than 500 found in the greater urban area. Here Owen Wozniak takes on the challenging task of selecting just over 100 of the most appealing parks across the city; those that offer excellent facilities, “hidden” neighborhood gems, intriguing history, unique features, exceptional beauty, and more! Residents and visitors alike can use this guide to explore different corners of the region, from close-in neighborhoods, to Hillsboro in the west, Wilsonville in the south, Gresham and Troutdale in the east, and even across the Columbia to Vancouver, Washington, and Clark County. Park listings include: <ul> <li>Quick-reference icons: accessible, kid-friendly, dog-friendly, views, historic significance, public art, gardens, unpaved trails, paved trails, beach/waterfront, spray park/wading pool</li> <li>Major amenities: restrooms, shelters, playgrounds</li> <li>Public transportation, driving, parking, and biking directions</li> <li>Park history and size</li> <li>Easy add-on walks, bike rides, and nearby parks or attractions</li> </ul> The easy-to-use and friendly approach, with colorful format, photos, and maps of larger parks, will keep families, walkers, dog-lovers, and kids of all ages busy with year-round exploration and fun.
Hike the Parks: Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park showcases rocky headlands, an abundance of biodiverse habitats, and clean air and water. It is home to a rich cultural heritage, along with miles of hiking trails, historic carriage roads, and beautiful stone bridges. Centered on Mount Desert Island, with its famed views from Cadillac Mountain, the park also encompasses the town of Bar Harbor, stunning Isle au Haut, and the rugged coast of Schoodic Peninsula. Guide features include: <ul> <li>40 day hikes with detailed directions, photos, maps</li> <li>Recommended 1- and 3-day itineraries</li> <li>Park access and transportation options, including biking</li> <li>Park history, geology, flora and fauna</li> <li>Top 12 «must-see» sights and activities</li> </ul>