A detailed account of the Canadian run-up to the Dieppe Raid, the invasion and life in the P.O.W. camp as well as the final forced march by the malnourished and sick kreigies.This novel documents the daring escape of 52 soldiers, right under the noses of their German captors with the assistance of the camp Kregie band, of which Stephen Michell was part. Their job was to distract the camp guards. The escape at Mulhausen was the reason Hitler ordered the executions of the British and...

In the midst of middle age, women often find themselves at a pivotal juncture, standing at the intersection of experience and opportunity. This stage of life, though sometimes accompanied by societal expectations and stereotypes, offers a unique canvas for self-discovery and reinvention. Embracing the winds of change, these women navigate through the complexities of evolving relationships, shifting priorities, and the constant flux of personal and professional landscapes. As the years unfo...

The metamorphosis from motherhood to grandmotherhood marks a profound and beautiful chapter in a woman's life. As a mother, she was the nurturing force, the steady hand guiding her children through the ebbs and flows of life. Now, as a grandmother, she assumes a role of wisdom and warmth, a beacon of love that spans generations. With time, she transitions from orchestrating the daily rhythms of family life to savoring the quieter, precious moments with her grandchildren. The wrinkles on he...

The Huichols (or Wixárika) of western Mexico are among the most resilient and iconic indigenous groups in Mexico today. In the Lands of Fire and Sun examines the Huichol Indians as they have struggled to maintain their independence over two centuries. From the days of the Aztec Empire, the history of west-central Mesoamerica has been one of isolation and a fiercely independent spirit, and one group that maintained its autonomy into the days of Spanish colonization was the Huichol ...

Debauched pop star Howie Howden has led a charmed life - there has been nothing a fat cheque, a non-disclosure agreement or a course of penicillin hasn't made go away. But a calamitous night on the town, with his troubled yet dutiful manager Eddy Katz, has consequences for both men. Does Howie's reputation as a 'ladies' man' conceal a darker truth? Will the tabloids continue to celebrate his out of control libido or is his luck finally running out? And what price will Eddy pay for his own ...

Dr. Michel Cohen, named by the New York Post as the hip, "must-have" pediatrician, has an important message for parents: Don't worry so much. In an easy-reference alphabetical format, The New Basics clearly lays out the concerns you may face as a parent and explains how to solve them—without fuss, without stress, and without harming your child by using unnecessary medicines or interventions.With sensitivity and love, Dr. Michel describes proven techniques for keep...

Brought to you by Penguin.WINNER - IBA Crime Fiction Book of the YearBy the author of the No. 1 Bestselling Strange Sally Diamond'I expected more of a reaction the first time I hit her.'Oliver Ryan is a handsome and charismatic success story.He lives in the suburbs with his wife, Alice, who illustrates his award-winning children's books and gives him her unstinting devotion....

Assisted vaginal birth (AVB) remains a key aspect of respectful, effective care for women in labour. In trained hands, it is associated with better maternal and neonatal outcomes than the alternative of a caesarean section in late labour. Written to accompany the RCOG Assisted Birth Simulation Training (ROBuST) course, this book provides guidance on the only RCOG-approved, evidence-based techniques for when and how to perform AVB and complex caesarean sections. There are clear descriptions...

"A gripping, cinematic supernatural thriller, shot through with unsettling imagery and startling insights into the nature of good and evil." —David Demchuk, Sunburst Award–winning author of The Bone MotherKidnapped from his foster home, six-year-old Evan desperately searches for a way to escape his brutally violent captor, Rook. Armed with supernatural abilities, Rook is no ordinary man, but then Evan is no ordinary boy. And it soon becom...

"A gripping, cinematic supernatural thriller, shot through with unsettling imagery and startling insights into the nature of good and evil." —David Demchuk, Sunburst Award–winning author of The Bone MotherThis audiobook is narrated using advanced digital voice technology for clear, natural-sounding storytelling.Kidnapped from his foster home, six-year-old Evan desperately searches for a way to escape his brutally violent ...

Women's empowerment is a transformative force, an unwavering commitment to dismantling barriers and fostering a world where every woman can embrace her full potential. It is a movement that transcends boundaries, seeking to challenge societal norms and rewrite narratives that have confined women for generations. True empowerment goes beyond mere rhetoric; it involves providing women with the tools, education, and opportunities needed to shape their destinies. It celebrates diversity and ch...

Middle age often ushers in a period of profound change, and one of the most significant shifts is the transition to an empty nest. As children embark on their own journeys, the once bustling home becomes a quieter space, and parents may find themselves grappling with a complex mix of emotions. While the empty nest represents newfound freedom and opportunities for self-discovery, it can also be accompanied by feelings of melancholy, loneliness, and a sense of loss. The void left by departed...