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"This is the story of the vagabond canines that hopped on railroads across the United States, often becoming celebrities and national heroes. Chapters introduce canines like Owney, guardian of the railway mail service; Fala, FDR's beloved dog and train-companion; Annie, the Colorado railway ambassador; the K9 patrols who watch over the tracks; and many more. As railroads were changing America, these raildogs were changing the people who lived and worked in rail communities. For the dogs of the railways, home became the hearts of the people of the railroad. More than the dogs themselves, this book is about the human-animal relationship between a dog and a community and moments in history where that relationship symbolized the quest for home and belonging, a search that humans often share with our canine travelers"--

32 profiles of Formula One's legendary drivers from the 1950s to the present day. As well as examining the racers of the past, such as Jackie Stewart, Alain Prost and Aryton Senna, the text will profile living legends such as Sebastian Vettel, Lewis Hamilton and legend-in-the-making Max Verstappen. Uniquely, this book will also feature stars of the sport who tragically died or were injured before they could realise their true potential, but left a lasting legacy in Formula One.

This is the story of the historic ship Vegäs first missions of mercy¿a real-life sea tale complete with vicious storms, exotic locations, heart-rending moments, and priceless glimpses into real life on some of the world¿s most remote tropical islands.In December 2004, Shane Granger and his partner, Meggi Macoun, had just completed a sailing odyssey from South Africa to Malaysia and were enjoying a well-earned siesta when the Boxing Day Tsunami changed their lives forever. In a matter of hours, unstoppable waves, often over ten meters high, demolished cities not only in Malaysia but also as far away as Sri Lanka, Thailand, and East Africa, making it the deadliest tsunami in recorded history. With thousands of people suddenly in dire need, Shane and Meggi loaded their vessel with donated food and medical supplies, then set sail for Sumatra to deliver aid.For their ship, the Vega, the mission was a return to her origins. More than a hundred years earlier, in 1892, one of Norway¿s finest boat builders had launched the legendary ship, specially designed to sail fully loaded with heavy cargo such as limestone, bricks, pig iron, and cement through some of the world¿s roughest seas. Vega soon became famous for her ability to carry loads other boats her size could not. And now her legacy would continue as she returned to actively carrying cargo, though of a very different kind.Shane and Meggi¿s first mission of mercy marked a turning point and evolved into a passion. Every year since 2004, they have undertaken a 7,500-mile journey to carry tons of free training, tools, health supplies, and educational materials to remote island communities in eastern Indonesia and East Timor. To date, Vega has sailed more than 100,000 miles, delivering everything from pulse oximeters and midwife kits to backpacks and sports equipment and visiting locations few outsiders will ever see. The adventures they encounter along the way are nothing short of amazing.

Europe by Eurail has been the train traveler¿s one-stop source for visiting Europe¿s cities and countries by rail for nearly fifty years. Newly revised and updated, this comprehensive annual guide provides the latest information on fares, schedules, and pass options, as well as detailed information on more than one hundred specific rail excursions and sightseeing options.

The extraordinary and engrossing debut novel from Sarah Brooks - available to pre-order now!A woman on the platform with a borrowed name.A disgraced naturalist determined to discover miracles.A child with a dangerous secret.Welcome aboard The Great Trans-Siberian Express. It is the 19th Century and the world is awash with marvels. But there is nothing so marvellous and terrible as the Wastelands: a vast terrain that lies between Russia and China. Nothing touches this deadly wilderness except the Great Trans-Siberian Express: an impenetrable train built to carry precious cargo across continents, but which now also transports anyone willing to cross the irresistible Wastelands. The train is never short of travellers. After all, the train is completely safe. Except . . . something happened on the last journey. No can remember exactly what, not even Weiwei, the famous 'child of the train' who was born on the Express. The Trans-Siberia Company insist everything has been fixed. But the old rules are changing at a remarkable speed, and as secrets and stories of this curious cast of characters begin to unravel, something uncontrollable appears to be breaking in . . .

Edition papier du BUSINESS / book GP 2023 qui est un livre indépendant sur l'économie de la Formule 1 depuis 2010. Composé d'informations économiques exclusives, le BUSINESS /book GP 2023 analyse la saison 2022 en détail, affiche des données de références pour la saison 2023. Tous les chiffres et statistiques nécessaires pour comprendre les affaires de la Formule 1 sont inclues dans cette publication citée par plusieurs médias dans le monde.

Michel Vaillant ist einer der größten frankobelgischen Comic-Ikonen. Jean Graton schuf im Jahre 1957 den Rennsport-Comic schlechthin und gestaltete ihn über vier Jahrzehnte, davon den Großteil als Autor und Texter in Personalunion. 1965 debütierte Michel Vaillant in Deutschland im legendären Magazin MV Comix des Egmont-Ehapa-Verlags und hat seitdem Generationen von Lesern begeistert. Diese Werkausgabe präsentiert Gratons magnum opus in 20 Bänden. Dieser Band enthält die Alben: Der Weltmeister, Safari durch die Hölle, Rätsel um Steve Warson, Der weiße Prinz

Michel Vaillant ist einer der größten frankobelgischen Comic-Ikonen. Jean Graton schuf im Jahre 1957 den Rennsport-Comic schlechthin und gestaltete ihn über vier Jahrzehnte, davon den Großteil als Autor und Texter in Personalunion. 1965 debütierte Michel Vaillant in Deutschland im legendären Magazin MV Comix des Egmont-Ehapa-Verlags und hat seitdem Generationen von Lesern begeistert. Diese Werkausgabe präsentiert Gratons magnum opus in 20 Bänden. Dieser Band enthält die Alben: Brennpunkt San Francisco, Panik in Monaco, Die jungen Wölfe

"With a unique prewar history as a snagboat and James B. Eads' noted catamaran salvage vessel, the Benton survived a tumultuous government acquisition process and conversion to become flagship of the Union's Civil War Western river navy. From Island No. 10 through the Vicksburg and Red River campaigns, the revolutionary ironclad participated in both combat and administrative activities, earning a prominent place in nautical legend and literature. This first book-length profile of the warship reveals little known details of both her prewar and wartime career and reviews her final disposal"--

Der Wunsch, mit dem Motorrad zu verreisen, abseits der Autobahnen neue Landschaften zu entdecken und andere Kulturen kennenzulernen, ist aktueller denn je.Der Motorradjournalist Jordan Gibbons nimmt uns mit auf eine Reise rund um den Globus und stellt die schönsten Motorradregionen unseres Erdballs vor. Routen, die unvergessliche Erlebnisse versprechen: Vom Outback Australiens über die rauen Pässe der schottischen Highlands bis in den Oman. Gibbons gibt nicht nur Tipps, was auf einer Reise-Checkliste nicht fehlen darf, sondern stellt auch geeignete Motorräder und passende Ausrüstung vor.Mit seinen atemberaubenden Fotografien, aufschlussreichen Karten und inspirierenden Geschichten ist dieses Buch ein spannender Begleiter für jeden, der Abenteuerlust abseits der asphaltierten Straße verspürt.

Formula 1 is a thrilling, glamorous sport, but it can be daunting to watch and understand. What's a chicane? Why is the undercut so important? Do I even want to know what dirty air is?In this book written from an American's perspective, you'll learn all about how a Formula 1 racing season works, how qualifying goes down, and why tire management is so important. Vivid infographics and concise writing break down everything you need to know, including the latest 2023 updates to the sprint format.This vibrant guide includes:A Race Track Atlas with details about the F1 tracks around the globe.QR codes connecting you to videos of key on-track moments.F1 Lingo dictionary defining all the terms you'll hear during the race.Tips on how to watch at home in the US, at a local bar, or finding tickets in the US and abroad.Advice on the best F1 podcasts and other media to get fully immersed.Formula 1: An American's Guide is all you need to jump right in to the world's fastest sport.

Donald Ganslmeier und seine Mitstreiter in der Steilwand des Motodrom zählen zu den letzten ihrer Art. Ihre Kunst ist vom Aussterben bedroht. Der Fotograf Florian Holzherr setzt dem rasanten Leben rund um die Bretter, die die Welt bedeuten, ein bildstarkes Denkmal. Seine S/W-Fotos der waghalsigen Motorradfahrer und die Begleittexte zeigen den Mythos Steilwand auf faszinierend neue Art und Weise.Mehrere Jahre hat der Münchner Fotograf Florian Holzherr die Motodrom-Steilwandfahrer rund um Donald Ganslmeier mit der analogen Kamera begleitet. Beim Aufbau, beim Fahren, beim Abbau, beim Leben unterwegs. Herausgekommen sind Bilder, die die Geschichte einer vom Aussterben bedrohten Artistik zeigen. In beeindruckender, ungefilterter S/W-Bildsprache, begleitet von starken Texten, lässt der Band den Leser die Faszination und Leidenschaft, aber auch das Risiko erfahren und gibt Einblick in das Leben der Artisten jenseits der Show.

Cycling is not just a form of locomotion. Bike culture is in constant interaction with fashion, music, design, politics and urban planning. Cycling is a way of life and a form of protest. The Easy Rider Road Book shows the wild, subversive side of cycling and the powerful bond it can create between people. It aims to inspire utopian thinking and show where the bike can take us. The pioneers of this new bike culture can be found in subcultures across the globe. In New York and Berlin, bike punks are building both fantastic and sustainable vehicles out of scrap metal and old bike frames. Riding a bike is a form of emancipation: When thousands of teenagers ride through London during BikeStormz, they are expressing their hope for a better future. Similarly, the Chilangos Lowbike Club's Sunday rides through Mexico City are a symbol against violence. The bicycle is a promise of freedom. This book presents the bicycle as a vehicle for communal action that has the potential to change life in the city and, ultimately, the city itself.The MUSUKU, MUSEUM OF SUBCULTURES, is a Berlin-based project of artists and creatives. IT aims to reflect the enormous relevance of subcultures, to give space to their narratives, and to be a place of experimentation, discussion and discourse. The projects are conceived in collaboration with a diverse community as temporary exhibitions in changing venues as well as in the open street.

Gendered Violence at International Festivals is a ground-breaking collection that focuses on this highly important social issue for the first time. The book contests the widely-held notion that festivals are temporal spaces free from structural sexism, inequalities, or gender power dynamics.

Der Meister des Biker-Humors legt nach! Gebrochene Bolzen, Plattfuß oder qualmende Auspuffrohre bleiben selbst erfahrenen Motorradfahrern nicht erspart. Und genau darum geht es auch in den Cartoons und Strips von Holger Aue. Jetzt schaltet der Meister des Biker-Humors einen Gang höher und legt nach mit exklusiven , bisher unveröffentlichten Anekdoten  von der Rennstrecke. Ein lustiges  Geschenk für alle Motorradfahrer und Schrauber oder Menschen, die es mal werden wollen. Dieses Buch darf im Zuhause echter Motorradfans nicht fehlen. Mit diesem Buch bekommst du: das Best-of der Comics und Cartoons zu Pannen aus dem Alltag als Motorradfahrer ein Vorwort von Holger Aue exklusive und bislang unveröffentlichte Anekdoten

Jeder Formel 1-Fan sollte diesen Rückblick auf die Saison 2023 in seinem Bücherregal stehen haben. Denn in diesem Buch kann er noch einmal in aller Ruhe jedes Rennen vom Start bis zur Zieleinfahrt nachvollziehen, mit allen Boxenstopps, Überholmanövern und Rekorden, die Jos Verstappen dieses Jahr aufgestellt hat. Dazu Hintergrundinformationen, Berichte zu Teams und Fahrern und - am Ende der Saison für jeden echten Fan unverzichtbar - eine ausführliche Statistik mit allen Zahlen und Daten eines jeden Rennwochenendes. Das alles wie immer mit einer Auswahl hervorragender Fotos, die einen jedes Rennen noch einmal »live« erleben lassen.

This book presents methodological approaches that can help explore the ways in which people develop emotional attachments to historic urban places.

This book explores the political ecology of motor vehicles in an era of growing social disparities and environmental crises. Humanity needs to move beyond motor vehicles as much as possible as part and parcel of the larger process of radical social structural changes.

The COVID-19 crisis has led to calls to reset tourism along more ethical and sustainable lines. It was in this context that calls to "socialise tourism" emerged. This book builds emplys the term as a broad conceptual focal point and guiding term for industry, activists and academics to rethink tourism for social and ecological justice.

The Portland Speedway, dating back to 1924, stood as the anchor for automobile racing in Portland, Oregon, principally from 1936 until its demise in 2001. Two more racing venues - Jantzen Beach Arena and, for a few years, the horse racing track at Portland Meadows were added. These facilities were located within a one-mile radius of the Speedway. Northwest racing history was made at these speedways, much to the delight of millionsw of fans, who all had their local heroes. This book is the first volume in a series that we hope will preserve the rich history of racing in Portland. We dedicate this project to all the many drivers, their families, and the spectators in the grandstands. Please share it with others.

This innovative book explores the dynamic and contested interactions- including the mutually constitutive relationship- among sexualities, transnationalism, and globalization.