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Based on interviews and written accounts from over 50 contributors, this title vividly depicts the experiences of the deck officer, from pre-sea training and cadetship through the ranks to the eventual achievement of a Master's authority and responsibilities.

A complete guide for the most well-known to the not-so-well-known surf spots in the Hawaiian Islands, from Tavaras Bay on Maui to Waimea Bay on Oahu to lesser-known Manele Bay on the island of Lanai.

This clever and delightful little book shows that, more than just a pretty face, Maine coons can serve a wide range of duties beyond simply being your adorable companion. Whether you need a boot warmer, piano tuner, or even a dog-sitter, the coon cats in this collection are willing and ready to help out their owners in any way they can.

Offering advice to sailors on "going green," this timely book embraces the growing trend toward sustainable lifestyles and shows how "clean boating" can be both practical and enjoyable. Sailing is by nature a sustainable activity, but polluted waters and crowded marinas, boatyards, and anchorages are signs that problems must be addressed in order to keep it that way. What does "green" mean anyway? Is it improved efficiency? More considerate behavior? Greater awareness and less ignorance? It is all of the above and more, but one thing it is not is a luxury. "Going green" is becoming the norm, while "staying dirty" will become increasingly expensive, inconvenient, and, eventually, obsolete. Dieter Loibner shows sailors how to reduce their carbon footprint and lessen their impact on the environment as well as how to be a positive force for change. Topics covered include: Clean-boating initiatives and advice from longtime cruisers Tweaking the boatmiracles of efficiency (from rigging to maintenance) Optimizing onboard systems (from renewable energy sources to LED lights) Simple, smart, and cost-effective solutions (from where to moor to which cleaning agents to avoid)

The real-life story of a modern British sea captain, following his career that spans forty years on the world's oceans.

The classic that revolutionized the way Americans see marriage. Sold more than 35 million copies and translated into 14 languages.

Testosterone therapy can improve the overall health and feeling of well-being of aging men, improving sex drive, mental functions, and energy levels and reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.-Library Journal

A man needs a dog to catch long-legged rabbits, so he buys a hound with longer legs than the rabbits. It's the fastest dog he's ever seen--the fastest dog anyone has ever seen. The dog is so fast, in fact, the man takes on the Bangor & Aroostook Railroad in some friendly competition. Hilarity ensues.

Maine Lingo was first compiled in 1975, when TV, radio, and other leveling media had begun to seriously erode regional speech distinctions, and this dictionary will furnish anyone interested in Maine or regional dialects with the terminologies of regular folks, from lobstermen to farmers to woodsmen. Altogether it is a fun and fascinating collection of lore, humor, and straight information that will have you able to tell your billdad from your wazzat in no time flat.

Unparalleled tall tales and heroes wander freely through this collection of John Gould's "reminiscences" of life in Maine.

Twelve Grindstones continues the laughter and wisdom, the leg-pulling and the literate chuckling of John Gould.

A Maine classic, now back in print

As John Gould and his wife tour through Germany, Denmark, Austria, Italy, France, England, and Scotland, you'll discover what a delight it is to travel Gould family style, for that is Maine style with the extra sparkle of Gould's wry Down East humor. There is much to discover, both good and bad as the Goulds search for the quality of European life and bring readers into the presence of ordinary, and fascinating, Europeans.

There used to be a time when marvelous skyrockets could be purchased for a dime and the iceman came around once a week, when throwing a cap on and off took special talent and pants had watch pockets. When John Gould was young it didn' take much to amuse a boy. A boy would wake up in the morning ready to be "amazed all day long at all manner of things."Warmth, humor, nostalgia--these pages are filled with them, all conveyed lovingly in John Gould's signature wit. For anyone who is has ever been young and wants to remember or just laugh with Gould as he recounts his experiences growing up in another era.

Gathered here are fifty favorites from among the author's Christian Science Monitor column, "Dispatches from the Farm."

When John Gould was young, a boy learned about the sea and the woods, about d geography and life. The friendly, close-knit community life and the deep family affection gave him a foundation of sound sense to last through the years ahead. You will be glad to know that once, in Maine, a boy could have this kind of childhood; and you might be envious because you did not.

Maine curmudgeon John Gould offers humorous tongue-in-cheek advice for fathers-to-be with a non-medical, non-technical, non-scientific explanation of the masculine side of the matter, with much that is useful and nothing that is wholly useless.

Hormones. Weight gain. Women's fat-storing bodies vs. men's fat-burning metabolism. What's the difference? Why do women struggle with weight issues so much? This book is a well-researched look at the issues.

Tugboats hold a fascination not only for anyone who has worked aboard a vessel or around a harbor but for many land-bound folks as well. There is something about their chunky, powerful build and their often risky but vital work that excites our interest and admiration. The captains and crews of the tugboats are justifiably proud of what they do, and they have some great stories to tell about the ships and barges they tow or push; the harbors, storms, tides, and dangerous passages they must negotiate; the unions; the pilots; the different designs and capabilties of their boats; and the way the boats and their livelihood are irrevocably changing.

For twenty-five years, a series of rapes and murders by a faceless man dubbed. The Bike Path Rapist terrorized the quiet suburbs of Buffalo, New York. This title examines the story inside the decades-long investigation - including the startling revelation that an innocent man had spent more than twenty years in jail for two of the rapes.

This is your first and last stop for everything you need to know about winning the political game in the modern world of expensive, competitive campaigning.

An information-packed tool for the novice or handy reference for the veteran. Distills years of knowledge into an affordable and portable book.

Step-by-step instructions and diagrams for tying the ten most useful knots and hitches.

Practical projects as useful today as when first published nearly 100 years ago.

Tales--some a little tall, but all with a witty, humane perspective--from one of Montana's premier fishing guides.

Wisdom, insight, and humor, from Addison to Zola, about the world's most popular hobby.

The perfect book for the many hunters and their families who have always wanted to learn how to make venison sausage.

A collection of fascinating true stories about the mysteries of shipwrecks and lost treasure in the Outer Banks.

In a relatively short time, the European Union has become one of the world's most powerful and important bodies. Its critical role in international affairs extends to several different areas: economics; culture; the environment; and, of course, international security and foreign affairs.