The race to reach the South Pole is one of the most compelling and dramatic stories in humanity's long quest to explore the unknown regions of the world. It is an unmatched tale of courage, hardship, triumph and tragedy, which began with the ancient Greeks and reached a climax over 2,000 years later in the gripping duel between Amundsen and Scott.This epic narrative spanning the centuries, expertly woven by polar historian Michael Smith, reveals that the Amundsen–S...

You probably picked up this book because the math is not adding up. College costs more, rent eats more of every paycheck, and a single job rarely covers the life you are supposed to want. You have seen the gurus promising $500 a day from your phone, and you have learned to be suspicious of anyone who wants your money before you have earned your first dollar. Or maybe you are stuck at a plateau, or you have no idea where to start. Whatever brought you here, this book was written for you: th...

In this study of European American relations, originally published in 1984, the author demonstrates that many of the contentious issues of the 1980s have their origins in the roots of the ‘Atlantic partnership’ which emerged during the 1950s. The book undertakes two tasks which are essential to an understanding of European American relations. Firstly, it reviews the elements of continuity and change which have characterised transatlantic dealings since 1945, and the complexities which have...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Who are you when no one is watching, and why does that person feel like a stranger?Think about the last time you caught your reflection in a mirror after a long day of nodding, smiling, and laughing too loud at jokes that weren’t funny. In a world that constantly rewards performance over presence , most of us have spent years perfecting a mask, a professional mask, a social mask, even a romantic mask until we’ve completely lost touch with t...

**The ultimate insider’s account: living and working in China in a period of unprecedented economic and social upheavalIt was just after midnight when China’s notorious secret police came knocking...**A late-night visit to his Shanghai laneway house by China’s notorious secret police triggered a diplomatic storm which abruptly ended Michael Smith’s stint as one of Australia’s last foreign correspondents in China. After five days under consular protection, Smith was...

The remarkable true story of one man's daring solo flight around the world in a tiny amphibious plane.University dropout Michael Smith built a multimillion-dollar business fitting out movie theatres around the world, before restoring Melbourne's Sun Theatre and becoming one of the country's last independent cinema operators. After a business deal went bad, and shaken by how close he had come to being wiped out, Smith took an even bigger risk- to become the first ...

For the first time ever, the explosive truth behind the world's most secret Special Operations organizationA top-secret U.S. Army Special Operations unit has been running covert missions all over the world, from leading death squads to the hideout of drug baron Pablo Escobar to capturing Saddam Hussein and, in one of the greatest special operations missions of all time, helping to track down al-Qa'eda leader Osama bin Laden. "The Activity," as it became known to insiders, has achie...

'Gripping... The authors skillfully capture the fear and claustrophobia. A riveting real-life drama.' Kirkus'Cabin Fever is riveting, taut, and extensively researched. Smith and Franklin have written a page-turning adventure that will keep you reading late into the night.' Martin Dugard, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Taking Paris**'A gripping account of how an invisible stowaway - the Co...

Chef Michael Smith shares the culinary master he has created at the Inn at Bay Fortune in this stunning collection of recipes inspired by the ingredients of Prince Edward Island, his passion for farming, and cooking with fire.Famous for its miles of beaches, lighthouses, farmland, and sea-food, Prince Edward Island is a destination for travelers and food lovers alike. Nestled on forty-six acres of land overlooking the picturesque Fortune River near the eastern tip ...

Once upon a time, in a small, magical town called Anston, lived a boy named Seth. Anston was unlike any other town in the world. The streets sparkled with fairy dust, the houses were made of gingerbread and candy, and the trees glowed with tiny lights, even in the summer. But the most wonderful thing about Anston was how everyone loved Christmas.

Whispers of Love follows Emma Roberts as she moves to the charming town of Willow Creek for a fresh start. Embracing her new life, she meets Lucas Bennett, a local whose warmth and kindness draw her in. As Emma settles into her job at the library and makes new friends, including the supportive Sarah, she and Lucas grow closer. Their journey is marked by unspoken feelings, misunderstandings, and heartfelt conversations. With the town's celebration of their love and a series of personal reve...

This story began with the idea of boredom. Karl's boredom. Day after day, just guarding the Graf's castle. Who was Karl, anyway? Why was he bored? The story grew. It may seem an odd way to describe a story, but boredom can be fertile soil for the imagination, and sometimes the best ideas grow from that soil. This Karl realizes; as you'll discover if you read on. The book concludes with an additional short story, describing Christmas in Gruseltal. While an author endeavours to paint picture...