New York Times bestseller! An unforgettable novel about a young Jewish woman growing up in Boston in the early twentieth century, told “with humor and optimism…through the eyes of an irresistible heroine” (People)—from the acclaimed author of The Red Tent.Anita Diamant’s “vivid, affectionate portrait of American womanhood” (Los Angeles Times), follows the life of one woman, Addie Baum, through a period of dramatic change. Addie is The Boston Girl, the spirited daughter of an immigrant Jewish family, born in 1900 to parents who were unprepared for America and its effect on their t... [Read More]
Seventy years after predecessor American Airways was fashioned from a hodgepodge of struggling, independent air-mail contractors, American Airlines enters the new century as one of the world's leading air carriers. With a modern fleet of distinctive "silverbirds" serving cities across the United States and overseas, American is a giant in every sense of the word -- in people, equipment and routes. It enters the 21st century bolstered by solid profitability, a far-ranging route network and a long-term agreement with Boeing to keep its fleet updated with the most advanced jetliners. American Eag... [Read More]
The inside story of crisis and turmoil at American Airlines during the twelve years following the terrorist attacks of 9/11.In the twelve years following 9/11, American Airlines lost billions of dollars and endured years of crisis and turmoil. Financial upheaval, the crash of Flight 587, grueling confrontations with labor, a rival’s push to acquire the company, and a challenging fight with the government tested the mettle and fortitude of its top executives. Against all odds, American found a way to save what was once the world’s largest airline from certain ruin. Told through the eyes of ... [Read More]
Much has been written about Pan American Airways, the most influential airline in the history of air transport. There have already been upwards of two dozen Pan Am books, not counting autobiographies, and hundreds of magazines articles and monographs. But there has never been a book like this. While covering the aircraft operations, the route development and the political wrangling, the emphasis here is on the people of Pan Am.
Rand McNally's best-selling Road Atlas conveniently packaged for on-the-go travel fits easily in your glove compartment, purse, or backpack! This compact North American atlas contains updated maps of every U.S. state and Canadian province, an overview map of Mexico, plus detailed maps of over 50 North American cities. Other Features Mileage chart showing distances between 77 North American cities and national parks.
Faith. Trust. Triumph.“I’m sorry,” the doctor said. “He is permanently and totally blind. There is nothing we can do for him.”George and Sarah Hingson looked at each other, devastated. Their six-month-old son, Michael was a happy, strawberry blond baby boy, healthy and normal in every way except one. When the Hingsons switched on a light or made silly faces, Michael did not react. Ever. “My best suggestion is that you send him to a home for the blind,” the doctor continued. “He will never be able to do anything for himself.”Forty-seven years later, a yellow Labrador retriever... [Read More]
Now in paperback, the riveting story of the response of the heroic pilots and air traffic controllers who found themselves on the front lines of an undeclared war on September 11, 2001. In this gripping minute-to-minute narrative, based on an astonishing feat of reporting, Lynn Spencer re-creates the never-before told story of the unprecedented battle in the skies on 9/11, making vital corrections to the findings of the 9/11 Commission and revealing many startling, unknown elements of the day’s events. The reader is taken right to the front lines of the heroic response that fateful morning a... [Read More]
With traditions, records, and lore, this lively, detailed book explores the personalities, events, and facts every Stars fan should know. It contains crucial information such as important dates, behind-the-scenes tales, memorable moments, and outstanding achievements by players like Mike Modano, Joe Nieuwendyk, and Neal Broten. Whether you watched every second of the 1999 Stanley Cup or are a more recent fan of Jamie Benn and Tyler Seguin, this is the ultimate resource guide for all Stars faithful.
A living testimony to the people and spirit of American Airlines. Extraordinary stories of everyday life as told by its current and former employees.
The history of Delta Air Lines can be traced back to 1924 and the start of an aerial crop dusting outfit, but it was in 1929 that scheduled passenger services began. From the small beginnings at Macon, Georgia and then Monroe, Louisiana and a small five-passenger plane, Delta has grown to become one of the world's leading airlines. This book celebrates a remarkable 75-year history in words and pictures, highlighting the men and women who have helped to make Delta a tour de force. Monumental growth and change occurred at Delta throughout the second half of the 20th century. By the start of the ... [Read More]
Welcome to the exciting world of Gemini Jets! These 1/400 scale die cast metal airliner replicas; represent the world s airlines both past and present. Each model is highly collectible and all regular releases are limited to production runs of 2500 pieces. Collect them all!! They actually use the aircraft manufacturers blueprints and Pantone color charts to assure accurate duplication. Other As real as it gets features include Real Metal finishes realistic metal landing gear and printed (not decal) graphics.
In this remarkable WWII story by New York Times bestselling author John R. Bruning, a renegade American pilot fights against all odds to rescue his family--imprisoned by the Japanese--and revolutionizes modern warfare along the way.From the knife fights and smuggling runs of his youth to his fiery days as a pioneering naval aviator, Paul Irving "Pappy" Gunn played by his own set of rules and always survived on his wits and fists. But when he fell for a conservative Southern belle, her love transformed him from a wild and reckless airman to a cunning entrepreneur whose homespun engineering bril... [Read More]
Moving beyond traditional state-centered conceptions of foreign relations, Christopher Endy approaches the Cold War era relationship between France and the United States from the original perspective of tourism. Focusing on American travel in France after World War II, Cold War Holidays shows how both the U.S. and French governments actively cultivated and shaped leisure travel to advance their foreign policy agendas. From the U.S. government's campaign to encourage American vacations in Western Europe as part of the Marshall Plan, to Charles de Gaulle's aggressive promotion of American touris... [Read More]
The second collection drawn together by editor Wendy Martin, these twenty-four exquisite examples of contemporary writing feature stories by Joyce Carol Oates, Margaret Atwood, Mary Gaitskill, Alice Munro, Sandra Cisneros, and Lorrie Moore (to name
Ten information-packed chapters make up this engaging guide to women’s travel for the growing number of women—young, old, single, married, divorced, and widowed—who are hitting the road. The guide covers everything from fabulous birthday getaways
From big city blow-outs and small-town artsy weekends to adventure escapes and pampering retreats, here are great ideas for women-only trips to celebrate milestones, renew old friendships, and bond with daughters and
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