Bücher von William Stanley

Grey Wolf and Rose is the continuing story about early fur trappers living in the wilds of the Dawson City area. This story is the tale of a young, native couple born and raised in the Yukon. After marriage at twenty-one years of age, they are gifted a cabin of their own in the wilderness of Canada's far north. Follow the couple's adventures in their non-confrontational way of life in the bush, preferring to follow the rules of nature rather than those of man. This is the latest chapter in an ongoing story about a close-knit group of family and friends enjoying their lives, as they establish a wilderness community in the Yukon. This entertaining story is not solely about survival in a savage land, but presents a picture of a land of peace and security for the people who live there. It is a descriptive tale of nature, so beautiful readers will feel joy when they finish reading this heart-warming tale of family life in Canada's north. This book, once read, will be ingrained in the readers' thoughts forever.

The Call of the Yukon is comprised of two stories, both set in the late 1800's in the wilderness of Canada's far north. Rudy is the heart-warming story of a wolf cub abandoned by its mother, who is rescued from sure death when found by an Indigenous man named Steward. Initially rejected by Steward's sled dogs, Rudy grows into a strong animal the team learns to fear, eventually becoming the alpha male. Rudy's leadership is demonstrated during the annual Dawson City dogsled race, a high-spirited competition. This is a wilderness tale of a wolf who learns to place his trust in one man, until the call of the wild eventually beckons him to return to the forests of the Yukon, where he belongs. Quest for Gold and Fur is a fascinating tale about a young couple and their life together in the Yukon wilderness. Joe and Mary share their adventures in this heart-warming tale of survival in their adopted forest community. Read about how Rudy's short life ended after he followed his heart and returned to the wild. Experience an encounter between a black bear and a wolverine, fighting over who is going to eat Joe and Mary's pack animal. Follow the couple as they find riches hidden by old trappers in the most unlikely places.These two stories depict the courage and bravery of early fur-trappers in Canada's north, which will not to be easily forgotten by its readers.

The Spirit of the North is a story of a young couple and their tale of survival in the Yukon in 1898. Johnathan travels north to Dawson City in Canada's Yukon Territory after striking it rich during the California Gold rush. With his newfound money, he purchases a cabin in the wilderness equipped for fur trapping. Taking an Indigenous woman as his bride, Johnathan and Shining Star's tale of love and survival begins. The harsh realities of life in the wilderness are expressed through this descriptive story involving new family and friends. It is a story about nature and man's fight to survive, a wilderness adventure sure to spark the imagination of the reader and leave an unforgettable imprint in the minds of the curious who would like to imagine a life like this of their own. Readers will get lost in the life of a trapper as the story of Johnathan and Shining Star unfolds. It is a family story of a hard life where love matters most. Theirs is a life lived in an inhospitable climate, a land welcoming only the strong in spirit.

In A Collection of Short Stories, William Stanley shares intriguing tales presented in four broad categories-wilderness and nature, fiction, science fiction and horror, and family-which leads readers into the lives and challenges of diverse characters. These include college students driving to Nevada to explore abandoned mines and ghost towns, a couple marooned on a deserted island, a serial hunter, a fur trapper, and a plantation owner in New Orleans. Readers are also treated to essays vividly describing nature, stories based on the author's memories growing up in rural Ontario, and light-hearted tales suitable for all ages.A Collection of Short Stories offers over a hundred entertaining narratives that vividly spark readers' imaginations, often making them feel part of the scene. It is a once in a lifetime literary experience which will not be soon forgotten.

The howl of the lone wolf pierces the still northern air. The call of the north beckons for attention from the hardy souls that call this place home. It is a wild, untamed land where nature rules and man has no voice. Survival his only thought as this unforgiving place plays on the minds and souls of even the strongest adventurers. The Call of the North will evoke happiness, sadness, and a sense of adventure set in the far north of Canada.In "The Cabin in the Woods", a couple take over a great-uncle's cabin in the wilderness of the North West Territories. Carrying on his fur trapping trade, this modern story contains romance, adventure and mystery that will capture one's heart. Next, follow two tales set during the Yukon gold rush. In "Yellow Fever", learn how a young couple meets and their lives together begin. Explore the mysteries and legends of a treasure rumored to be hidden somewhere on an old homestead."The North West Mounted Police" provides the account of two officers who bring law and order to the Dawson City area. New to both law enforcement and survival in the far north, follow their adventures and experiences in the time of the Klondike gold rush. These stories bring to light the hardships the men and women of the north struggled through daily, enduring a harsh environment that brought peace to their souls.

Money Sense starts with responsibility and confidence and attitude. You first must realize your money is your responsibility. Then you must learn enough about money matters to gain confidence to do what must be done. The right attitude is essential. Young professionals in their twenties and thirties already should have a good foundation of knowledge about money. Many do. Unfortunately, many do not. The goal of this book is to help young people start (or continue) moving in the right direction with money issues. The articles are short and informative. Read them and learn. Then pass on, by example, what you have learned to your peers and to your children. Bill Stanley is the Money Coach. He educates and trains; he congratulates and encourages. He teaches accountability and common sense to help you manage your Money World. Bill is a fiduciary, someone who puts the client first. He does not sell financial products. Bill helps people of all ages. His dog, Zorro the Money Dog, does one-minute videos for elementary school children. Bill works with high schoolers and young adults to point them in the right direction. His Money Sense is used by those in the middle of their careers as well as those approaching and in retirement. In this book, Bill provides solid, easy-to-understand advice to Young Professionals who are starting and building careers after formal education.Money Sense for Young Professionals will help the reader enjoy a successful Money Life.