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Called to Serve

The Inspiring, Untold Stories of America's First Responders

By: Mike Hardwick,Dava Guerin,Sam Royer

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Called to Serve

The Inspiring, Untold Stories of America's First Responders

By: Mike Hardwick,Dava Guerin,Sam Royer

Join brave American men and women first responders in sixteen inspiring tales of heroism. There is no question that it has been a rough few years for America and around the world. But along with news of the COVID-19 pandemic, new variants, wildfires, etc., there also emerged stories of heroism, courage, and what it truly means to be an American. Called to Serve: The Inspiring, Untold Stories of America’s First Responders tells sixteen stories of America’s unsung heroes. These brave police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical professionals risk their lives every day, not knowing if it will be their last. Readers will get an inside look into their lives on and off the job, often revealing the challenges and triumphs of keeping us healthy and safe. The book takes the reader on a very personal journey of what it is like to handle life and death situations and the toll it takes on first responders. From policing drug infested neighborhoods, pulling firefighters’ bodies from the ruble at Ground Zero and letting families cry on your shoulder after their loved one was murdered—to being an Elvis impersonator to raise money for fallen firefighters—these remarkable individuals are America’s finest. Called to Serve will give every American a deep appreciation of what first responders’ lives are really like, and their unwavering dedication to serve and protect every American.

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Simon and Schuster

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1510771824

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9781510771826

The Eagle on My Arm

How the Wilderness and Birds of Prey Saved a Veteran's Life

By: Dava Guerin,Terry Bivens

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The Eagle on My Arm

How the Wilderness and Birds of Prey Saved a Veteran's Life

By: Dava Guerin,Terry Bivens

In October 1967, eighteen-year-old Patrick Bradley enlisted in the US Army and was later deployed to Vietnam to map mobile POW camps to determine a pattern for rescuing prisoners. Combat left him physically and psychologically wounded, as it does many veterans, and Bradley struggled to adjust when he returned home. He seemed destined for military prison after an altercation in which he broke a superior officer's jaw, but his life changed forever when a psychiatrist recommended a unique path for healing. Thanks to a program sponsored by the Canadian government, Bradley traveled to Canada to study bald eagles and document their behavior. He found himself recovering while living alone in the wild with minimal supplies or human contact. At the same time, his work was paving the way for groundbreaking research, including the discovery of a link between the use of the pesticide DDT and a decrease in southern bald eagle populations. Later, he forged a successful career training and managing wild animals and committed himself to helping other wounded warriors by cofounding the Avian Veteran Alliance, a nonprofit that pairs veterans suffering from PTSD and physical injuries with injured birds of prey. The Eagle on My Arm tells Bradley's inspirational story for the first time. This moving account reveals how a soldier became a dedicated healer, using his years of study and solitude to face his demons and turn his pain into a lifelong passion for helping others.

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University Press of Kentucky

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081318004X

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9780813180045

Unbreakable Bonds

The Mighty Moms and Wounded Warriors of Walter Reed

By: Dava Guerin,Kevin Ferris

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Unbreakable Bonds

The Mighty Moms and Wounded Warriors of Walter Reed

By: Dava Guerin,Kevin Ferris

Unbreakable Bonds tells ten touching stories of mothers who spent years aiding the recovery of their children, US soldiers and Marines who suffered severe injuries during the War on Terror. The survival of these wounded warriors is a testament not only to the extraordinary efforts of military medical personnel and their own inner fortitude, but also to their mothers. These women put their lives on hold from the moment they get that first call about their injured son or daughter, giving up their homes and careers and leaving behind family and friends. They are ever present, from those agonizing early days in intensive care, through dozens of lifesaving operations and the months and years of both triumphs and setbacks during therapy and rehabilitation. Their commitment, like the wounds their children suffer, is lifelong. Unbreakable Bonds showcases the selfless love and support of the mothers who, like their wounded warriors, have been changed forever, and who have, without hesitation, sacrificed greatly for their country. They also find strength through the exclusive network of caregivers, who are there not only for their sons and daughters, but for each other as well. With forewords from former president George H. W. Bush and former Maryland congresswoman Connie Morella, this book will appeal to US service members and their loved ones—and those without ties to the military will gain appreciation for those who risk so much to serve our country. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Arcade imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in history--books about World War II, the Third Reich, Hitler and his henchmen, the JFK assassination, conspiracies, the American Civil War, the American Revolution, gladiators, Vikings, ancient Rome, medieval times, the old West, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

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300

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Skyhorse

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1632201666

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9781632201669

Vets and Pets

Wounded Warriors and the Animals That Help Them Heal

By: Dava Guerin,Kevin Ferris

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Vets and Pets

Wounded Warriors and the Animals That Help Them Heal

By: Dava Guerin,Kevin Ferris

Experience firsthand the inspiring and heartwarming bonds between wounded veterans and their service and companion animals. "Vets and Pets tells fifteen emotional and entertaining stories of the incredible bonds between wounded warriors, veterans, and other service members and their service and companion animals. Whether these special relationships are with dogs, cats, horses, pigs, or even birds of prey, readers will discover how these remarkable animals help veterans return to civilian life and live independently while simultaneously bringing joy and confidence into their lives. Tyler struggled to adjust to civilian life after losing both of his legs in Afghanistan, until he met his intelligent and willfully disobedient red European Doberman pinscher, Apollo. Vietnam veteran Patrick regained a sense of well-being and hope through the study of birds of prey. Max the horse has helped numerous veterans learn to trust, improve their communication, and increase their self-confidence and self-esteem. Mandi discovered that the intelligence and unconditional love of pigs were exactly what she needed to heal from an abusive past and a disappointing army-training injury. These are just a few of the uplifting stories that are featured in this striking collection. In addition to exploring the unique, lifelong bonds that can develop between veterans and their animal companions, Vets and Pets spotlights extraordinary nonprofits that unite wounded warriors with service and companion animals, including Pets for Patriots, Hooves Marching for Mercy, Horses Helping Heroes, and Avian Veteran Alliance, among others. A portion of the proceeds from this book will be donated to Pets for Patriots.

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319

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Simon and Schuster

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1510721940

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9781510721944

Rebuilding Sergeant Peck

How I Put Body and Soul Back Together After Afghanistan

By: John Peck,Dava Guerin,Terry Bivens

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Rebuilding Sergeant Peck

How I Put Body and Soul Back Together After Afghanistan

By: John Peck,Dava Guerin,Terry Bivens

I met Marine Sgt. John Peck, a quadruple amputee who has received a double arm transplant, at Walter Reed in 2017. Today, it was my honor to welcome John (HERO) to the Oval, with his wonderful wife Jessica. He also wrote a book that I highly recommend, Rebuilding Sergeant Peck."—President Donald Trump Marine Sgt. John Peck survived an IED during the War on Terror that left him with a traumatic brain injury, amnesia, and cost him his marriage. He survived another three years later, one that left him with three and a half limbs missing. He’s one of only two living people to survive the flesh-eating fungus he contracted in recovery at Walter Reed, one that left him as a quadruple amputee. And that’s only the beginning of his story. What followed was a recovery nothing short of miraculous. With resilience and the help of advocates like actor and philanthropist Gary Sinise, FOX’s Jennifer Griffin, and Bill O’Reilly, John would use a specialized “Action Trackchair” wheelchair and a newly-built SmartHome to get a third lease on life. In 2016, Peck underwent a groundbreaking bilateral arm transplant, receiving two new arms. To date, the surgery has been successful. Today, Peck is a motivational speaker, a philanthropist for veteran and wounded warrior causes, and is pursuing his lifelong dream of becoming a chef with the help of Chef Robert Irvine. From the lessons learned in a difficult childhood and as a homeless teenager, to dealing with depression in recovery, to learning how to chop with another man’s arms, Rebuilding Sergeant Peck is Peck’s account of an honest, visceral, and inspirational story that is truly unique.

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151074066X

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Rebuilding Sergeant Peck

How I Put Body and Soul Back Together After Afghanistan

By: John Peck,Dava Guerin,Terry Bivens

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How I Put Body and Soul Back Together After Afghanistan

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The Eagle on My Arm

How the Wilderness and Birds of Prey Saved a Veteran's Life

By: Dava Guerin,Terry Bivens

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How the Wilderness and Birds of Prey Saved a Veteran's Life

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Unbreakable Bonds

The Mighty Moms and Wounded Warriors of Walter Reed

By: Dava Guerin,Kevin Ferris

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The Mighty Moms and Wounded Warriors of Walter Reed

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Skyhorse

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Called to Serve

The Inspiring, Untold Stories of America's First Responders

By: Mike Hardwick,Dava Guerin,Sam Royer

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The Inspiring, Untold Stories of America's First Responders

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Vets and Pets

Wounded Warriors and the Animals That Help Them Heal

By: Dava Guerin,Kevin Ferris

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Wounded Warriors and the Animals That Help Them Heal

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Presidents, Kings, and Convicts

My Journey from the Tennessee Governor's Residence to the Halls of Congress

By: Bob Clement,Pete Weichlein

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Presidents, Kings, and Convicts

My Journey from the Tennessee Governor's Residence to the Halls of Congress

By: Bob Clement,Pete Weichlein

From a colorful youth growing up in the governor's mansion, to a distinguished military career, and seeing firsthand the politics of world events during the second half of the twentieth century, Presidents, Kings, and Convicts tells the story of Congressman Bob Clement's multifaceted life, and it reveals many previously untold stories about famous people. This memoir narrates the shaping of his life as a moderate Democrat growing up in the south in the 1950s; it shares how Clement had a front-row seat to some of America's most significant events since World War II; it provides insights on the current crisis situations taking place in the Middle East and around the world; and it addresses the dysfunction and lack of bipartisanship among the nation's political leaders, as well as offers solutions for getting the country back on track. Presidents, Kings, and Convicts provides entertaining and captivating behind-the-scenes accounts of some of Clement's most memorable events and the people who shaped them. From personal stories of country music stars and other notable Americans, to the bipartisan meeting with the exiled king of Afghanistan and leaders of the Northern Alliance at the king's home outside Rome, Italy, Clement offers insight into his event-filled life and his storied political journey.

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1480834440

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Called to Serve

Called to Serve

The Eagle on My Arm

The Eagle on My Arm

Unbreakable Bonds

Unbreakable Bonds

Vets and Pets

Vets and Pets

Rebuilding Sergeant Peck

Rebuilding Sergeant Peck

Rebuilding Sergeant Peck

Rebuilding Sergeant Peck

The Eagle on My Arm

The Eagle on My Arm

Unbreakable Bonds

Unbreakable Bonds

Called to Serve

Called to Serve

Vets and Pets

Vets and Pets

Presidents, Kings, and Convicts

Presidents, Kings, and Convicts

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