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The Secret Of The Wooden Lady (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #27)
by Carolyn KeeneMr. Drew has been retained to clear the title of a clipper, the Bonny Scot. Nancy, Bess, and George travel to Boston Harbor to assist Captain Easterly and solve the mystery of ghostly visitors on board his ship. The ship's figurehead of a wooden lady is missing. Once the mystery is solved, the history of the ship will be revealed. First written in 1950, the ghost writer was Margaret Scherf, writing as Carolyn Keene. In the late 1950s, the first 34 books in the Nancy Drew series were revised and condensed. This is the version published before the revision.
Smuggler's Reef (Rick Brant, # #7)
by John BlaineSmuggler's Reef finds Rick Brant and Don Scott tracking down a band of smugglers, operating in the north Atlantic. Using an infrared camera and sniperscope Rick traces the criminals, but each time they elude the grasp of the police: somehow the stolen goods vanish before they can be nailed. How Rick and Scotty are at last able to track down the smugglers makes for some fantastic, fast-paced reading.
Warren of West Point
by R. G. EmeryLarry Warren has to learn about self-confidence and friendship during his first year at West Point.
Wild Animals of the Southwest
by George Corey FranklinA collection of short stories about some wild animals that can be found in the southwestern United States. Each takes a unique look at a different animal.
Wild Trek
by Jim KjelgaardAN UNFORGETTABLE SAGA OF COURAGE AND SURVIVAL. This is the story of the trapper, Link Stevens, and his fearless snow dog, Chiri. It began when the trapper and his dog set out to rescue a naturalist stranded in the perilous Caribou mountains — the impenetrable storm-blasted heights from which no man has ever returned. Forced to live by Stone Age methods, they relied on every resource of the dog’s wild cunning and the trappers woodlore. How they battled a killer cougar and bloodthirsty wolves, yet brought their man to safety, is a gripping, action-packed saga. It is also the stirring tale of the deep love between a loyal snow dog and his courageous trapper master.
Behind the White Veil (Vicki Barr, Book #6)
by Julie TathamVicki meets an old friend of her father's, Professor Hyacith, during one of her flights. The professor has heard a rumor of a valley warmed by hot springs which remains fertile throughout most of the harsh Alaskan winter. The valley is said to be shrouded by a mist most of the time which makes it nearly impossible to spot from the air. The professor plans an exploratory flight into Alaska in search of the valley and invites Vicki to go along as the flight stewardess. The cost of the flight is shared by all of the passengers, about whom the professor knows very little. The searchers find the valley, but the plane is damaged by a rough landing on the valley floor. Unable to take off or communicate with the outside world, the passengers face the horror of possibly never being rescued from the valley. The white veil shrouding the valley prevents them from signaling a rescue plane. The only way to escape is to find a way to scale the sheer walls of the valley. Escape is not the only problem since several of the passengers begin bickering almost as soon as the plane lands in the valley. Additionally, several of the passengers appear to have hidden agendas. Vicki finds an old letter dropped by one passenger which reveals that stolen crown jewels are likely to be found in the hidden valley. While the pilot works to repair the plane, Vicki races to discover the jewels and finds herself in grave danger.
The Brand New Parson
by Sara JenkinsThis is the story of young Robert Anderson's first year as a minister in a small textile mill town inSouth Georgia. When he arrived in Archibald Heights, he discovered that the teachers and books had not fully prepared him for the actual problems and situations that confront a brand new, young parson. Fortunately, the Reverend Jim Forbes could give him some wise advice. THE BRAND NEW PARSON is a novel of people and situations which are compellingly real, of romance which is tenderly appealing, of achievement which is enobling and significant, and of values which are enduring.
The Capture of the Golden Stallion: Golden Stallion #1 (Famous Horse Stories)
by Rutherford MontgomeryWhile checking out the wild horses above the bar L ranch, Charlie Carter finds a golden colt in Big Red’s band, and decides he must have the beautiful young horse. But can he overcome meat hunters, a broken hip, and his mother’s illness to catch the colt? And can he win the heart of Ellen Sprague, who is visiting again for the summer, and loves everything about the ranch, but is being courted by Dean Bailey, who is older and owns a showy convertible?
The Catcher in the Rye
by J. D. SalingerHolden Caulfield, a native New Yorker and a dreamer, is expelled from his Pennsylvania prep school. He travels back to his family's New York apartment, but spends three days time underground in the city before returning to his family. He struggles with growing up and finding meaning in his own life, spending much time in an alcohol-fueled daze to dull his pain. This is a classic coming of age story of an angst-ridden youngster, feeling misunderstood by the adults around him.
The Caves of Fear (Rick Brant, # #8)
by John BlaineThe eighth Rick Brant book starts with Rick Brant and Don Scott receiving a coded telegram, begging for them to go to the Far East and help a friend in danger. The pair leaves for Hong Kong and quickly becomes entangled with a dangerous spy known only as the Long Shadow. The attempt to capture the Long Shadow and rescue their kidnapped friend takes them to the dark caves of Tibet, where Rick becomes hopelessly lost. What happens to him in the caves and the finale with the Long Shadow makes for an outstanding piece of reading.
Cherry Ames, Mountaineer Nurse (Cherry Ames #12)
by Julie TathamCherry Ames serves the rural poor in Kentucky and stumbles upon feuds, love, and mystery.
Classic American Philosophers
by Max H. FischIt is increasingly apparent that American philosophy has had its classical period, corresponding to the Greek classical period - Democritus through Aristotle. America's classical period began just after the Civil War and ended just before the Second World War. Its canon is already nearly fixed, and it includes six philosophers: Charles Sanders Pierce, William James, Josiah Royce, George Santayana, John Dewey, and Alfred North Whitehead. The primary purpose of this volume is to introduce these philosophers to readers who do not yet know their writings at first hand. The writings of each of these philosophers is enhanced by a thoughtful introduction to each. The volume as a whole is framed by a detailed introduction exploring these philosophers' place in America's Classic Period of Philosophy. The book is perfect for beginning students of or enthusiasts about American Philosophy and philosophy in general. The text is followed by an appendix which makes suggestions for further readings produced by these classic American philosophers.
The Clue of the Black Keys (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #28)
by Carolyn KeeneTerry Scott, a young archaeology professor, seeks Nancy's help in unearthing a secret of antiquity which can be unlocked by three black keys. While on an archaeological expedition in Mexico, Terry, Dr. Joshua Pitt, and two other professors came across a clue to the buried treasure. The clue was a cipher carved on a stone tablet. <p><p> Follow Nancy as she travels to Miami and the Florida Keys to uncover clues that help them find the kidnapped Dr. Pitt and eventually unravel the mystery within a mystery and find a treasure that has been lost for generations! <p> In the late 1950s the first 34 volumes of the Nancy Drew series were shortened and revised. This is the version published before the revision.
Dark Sunshine
by Dorothy LyonsTwo years before, horse-loving Blythe Hyland would have been thrilled with the news that the family was moving back to an Arizona ranch, but now--what difference did it make to her? What could a thin, listless girl, crippled by polio, do on a ranch? Then the haunting vision of Blind Man's Pocket, a deep spring-fed valley tucked away in a range of mountains, tempted her to try riding a horse again. And when she had conquered her initial panic, Blythe felt that it might be hers once more. It was in Blind Man's Pocket Blythe found Dark Sunshine, a magnificent wild mare that had been trapped by a landslide. From the moment she learned it was possible to rescue the buckskin, Blythe determined that, crutches or no, she would train and ride her. It was slow, often painful work for the crippled girl, but when an endurance ride offered Blythe her only chance to win athletic honors toward a scholarship, both horse and rider were ready for the grueling test. Dorothy Lyons' earlier books have established her as a favorite writer of horse stories for older girls. In this moving story of a girl whose courage overcame the handicap of a useless leg, she has created an inspiring book that young readers will remember.
The Explorations of Pere Marquette
by Jim KjelgaardThis book presents the adventures of a real hero, greater than those created by fiction.
Fast Man on a Pivot
by Duane DeckerAt last Second Baseman Bud Walker was back again with the Blue Sox-this time, he profoundly hoped, to stay. He was not a spectacular player, just a reliable one. But he could make that double play. He had figured out to a split second just how to make the pivot and get off the throw in the absolute minimum of time. His teammates liked him, particularly the pitchers, for whom he saved game after game by his expert handling of the double play. But the fans insisted on flashy young Devlin, their choice for the second-base spot. From their hot partisanship sprang an almost unbearable situation for Bud. The manager rightly refused to take him out of the line-up while the Sox were still winning, and the incredible result was that the fans rooted violently for the defeat of their own team-and the banishment of Bud for good. In this, his finest book, Mr. Decker has built up the suspense, from the first page to the last, with a craftsmanship only matched by the skill of his expert baseball reporting.
The First Book of Nurses
by Mary EltingThere are many different kinds of nurses--so many that you couldn't read about them all in one book. But all nurses are alike in these ways: They want to help you get well when you are sick; and, more than anything else, they want to help you stay well. This book tells how they do both these things. It tells about the people they meet and how they help them.
Friday the Arapaho Indian (The American Adventure Series)
by A. M. AndersonPart of the American Adventure series about the life of Friday, the Arapaho Indian, who lived from 1821-1881.
In the Sunken Garden (Kay Tracey Mystery #12)
by Frances K. JuddAs Kay Tracey walked into the flower shop, a smiling young stranger hailed her with, "Hello there. Grand party last night, wasn't it?" Kay had never seen him before! Neither did she know any of several other people who greeted her that morning as an old friend. Mistaken identity? More than that! Double trouble! This time Kay is in collision with a deep and intriguing mystery which threatens to land her in a tight spot. Even Betty and Wilma, the Worth twins, cannot uncover the slightest hint as to who looks so much like their best friend. When Kay finally picks up the faint thread of a clue, it leads to the sunken garden of an old mansion where a ghostly figure wheels and pirouettes in the dim light. How Brantwood's teen-age detective extricates herself in this exciting case provides an unforgettable story of courage, adventure and mystery.
Irish Red: Son of Big Red (Famous Dog Stories)
by Jim KjelgaardIrish Red: Son of Big Red A TALE OF A TRUE CHAMPION This is the unforgettable story of a boy and his dog and the wilderness trek that sealed their friendship. It is the heartwarming story of Mike, the rebel who found his master. And of Danny, who learned that a dog, like a man, needs time to grow into his own. Together they faced a killing snowstorm and a murderous puma. Together they won a special victory which would forever establish the place of the Irish Red in the wild Wintapi.
The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis: Eleven Campus Stories
by Max ShulmanThis book contains 11 stories, humorous and sometimes touching about a postwar college student's search for love.
The Mysterious Neighbors (Kay Tracey Mystery #18)
by Frances K. Judd"Stay away from The Witch . . . It's a jinx boat!" Such a grim warning would have frightened a less courageous girl than Kay Tracey. But to this amateur detective the threat is only a challenge to make a trip on The Witch. Kay and her friends, the Worth twins, peppy Betty and studious, quiet Wilma, board the trim little houseboat. Sailing close behind and always mooring near them, is the strange black Ajax, guarded day and night by a vicious watchdog. Two mysterious, unfriendly men are aboard, armed with guns and wary of any boat approaching them. At night, from the darkened Ajax, a flashlight winks a message in code and is answered by a beam from the shore. Can there be any connection between this sinister gang and the recent jewel robberies the police had been unable to solve? Kay, Wilma and Betty find that their holiday cruise has turned into a precarious chase. The trail leads the girls into danger on the Sharon River from which there seems to be no escape . . . THE MYSTERIOUS NEIGHBORS is exciting entertainment, with Kay Tracey doing her keenest detective work. This was Kay Tracey Mystery #18 in original printing, #4 in this run, 1951. Misspells (and there are many!) in original text preserved as dictated by copyright law.
Of Courage Undaunted: Across the Continent with Lewis and Clark
by James DaughertyWritten from original records and diaries of the expedition, this book is an account of the resourcefulness and courage of Lewis and Clark on their journey through the wilderness from St. Louis to the Pacific.
Red: A Trailing Bloodhound
by S. P. MeekDoes the New York State Police have use for a Bloodhound Platoon? Can Trooper Courtney handle Red in searching for criminal or the lost person?
The Sea Gulls Woke Me
by Mary StolzJean Campbell was a wallflower, generally considered an outsider by her contemporaries, and the thing she wanted more than anything in the world, she thought, was to be just like all the other sixteeners. When her one date was a dismal flop, even her mother, who wanted to hem her in, agreed to let her go to an uncle who ran a summer resort inn with the help of college boys and girls. Jean was ecstatic and terrified. As a gesture of independence she had her hair cut before she boarded the sleeper. Then comes a story of the growing pains of a singularly difficult transition from little girlhood to maturity--but the island and the responsibility of a job and the contacts with other young people who had no preconceived notions about her gave Jean the stimulus she needed and she came through, triumphantly.