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Black Mesa

By: Sharon Balts

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Black Mesa

By: Sharon Balts

Cassidy Henderson was only trying to survive. With ruthless killers chasing her, she meekly allowed private detective Brady Hollister to whisk her away from the scene of the crime.

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Tate Publishing

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1602475873

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9781602475878

The Other Side of Russia

A Slice of Life in Siberia and the Russian Far East

By: Sharon Hudgins

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The Other Side of Russia

A Slice of Life in Siberia and the Russian Far East

By: Sharon Hudgins

Travel to post Soviet Siberia and the Russian Far East with author Sharon Hudgins as she takes readers on a personal adventure through the Asian side of Russia—an area closed to most Westerners and many Russians prior to the 1990s. Even today, few people from the West have ridden the TransSiberian railroad in winter, stood on the frozen surface of Lake Baikal, feasted with the Siberian Buryats, or lived in the "highrise villages" of Vladivostok and Irkutsk. One of the few American women who has lived and worked in this part of the world, Hudgins debunks many of the myths and misconceptions that surround this "other side of Russia." She artfully depicts the details of everyday life, set within their cultural and historical context—local customs, foods, and festivals, as well as urban life, the education system, and the developing market economy in postSoviet Siberia and the Russian Far East. Hudgin's prose shines in her colorful descriptions of multicourse meals washed down with champagne and vodka, often eaten by candlelight when the electricity failed. The author's accounts of hors d'oeuvres made of sea slugs and roulades of raw horse liver will fascinate those with adventuresome tastes, while her stories of hosting Spanish, French, and TexMex feasts will come as a surprise to anyone who thinks of Russia as a gastronomic wasteland. Readers of The Other Side of Russia: A Slice of Life in Siberia and the Russian Far East will find themselves among the guests at Christmas parties, New Year's banquets, Easter dinners, and birthday celebrations. They will experience the challenges of living in highrise apartment buildings often lacking water, heat, and electricity. Above all, Asian Russia's natural beauty, thriving cities, and proud people shine from the pages, proving it is not only a land of harsh winters and vast uninhabited spaces, but also home to millions of Russian citizens who live and work in modern metropolises and enjoy a rich cultural and social life.

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356

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Texas A&M University Press

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1585444049

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9781585444045

Australia & New Zealand

By: Susan Griffith,Sharon Calder

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Australia & New Zealand

By: Susan Griffith,Sharon Calder

Designed with the independent traveler in mind, the Travellers Survival Kit guides contain a wealth of information for those who want to break free of the tour groups and the restrictions they pose. What better way to experience a country than firsthand? Each TSK guide is structured for ease of use. At the start of each guide is vital information, must-have knowledge travelers should read before they go. Following this are individual chapters, covering everything from the climate for a country to where to find the best shopping bargains. City by city, each country is detailed thoroughly! Health care organizations, employment agencies, accommodations, restaurants, local media, available transportation -- all this and more is included to help prepare travelers for the adventure of a lifetime. Who knows? Once travelers experience a country off the beaten tourist track, they may never want to come back! -- Thorough information covering major cities in each country, as well as vital information on health care, travel restrictions, law enforcement, and more -- TSK guides are the guides to consult when planning that trip away from the tour buses and camera entourages -- the independent way to see the world!

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Vacation Work Publications

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1854581457

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9781854581457

The Killing of Luther Dunn

By: Sharon Balts

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The Killing of Luther Dunn

By: Sharon Balts

Occasional distant flashes of lightning were accompanied by deep rumbles of retreating thunder. Jake gathered the reins of his brother's horse and trudged through the mud toward the barn. The robbery failed, just as planned, Jake considered as he unsaddled the animal and turned it into a stall with a forkful of hay and a bucket of water. But one of the men was shot to death. Too bad it wasn't Dunn. Jake tossed the brush aside and reached for his own mare's bridle, saddle, and blanket. He had told Garrett he was going to scout around a little. Now Jake knew exactly where he was going to go. Midnight. They're meeting Dunn at midnight." When his stage coach is robbed and Luther disappears, his wife, Sigrid Dunn, is shocked to learn he plotted the robbery. Filled with bitterness and anger toward lying, ambitious, unfaithful Luther, Sigrid does not even mourn when his body is found. Determined to raise her daughters alone with the help of a greenhorn hired boy, Sigrid resentfully turns to her interfering neighbor, Jacob Kearney, for protection and guidance, especially when Luther's ruthless father comes calling. But Luther's murder has not been solved. Evidence points to Mr. Kearney, but he has no motive. Or does he? Worse, he is slowly chipping away at Sigrid's stone-hard, stubborn heart. Will she find out too late what Jacob Kearney is really after?

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306

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1622956281

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9781622956289

Sharon

By: Sharon Historical Society

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Sharon

By: Sharon Historical Society

At the turn of the 20th century, Sharons very existence was threatened by the collapse of the local iron industry as the towns economy and population began to decline. However, the popularity of automobile transportation and Sharons accessible distance from New York attracted a class of wealthy visitors who fell in love with the rolling hills and quiet valleys. This new weekend population purchased land and built stately country homes, reigniting interest in the area. Steady growth in construction provided much-needed work, and commerce began to thrive again. Early businesses expanded, and new operations opened. Local residents could shop at stores run by the Gillette brothers and A.R. Woodward, fill their tanks at Herman Middlebrooks gas station, and have their health care needs attended to by doctors at the state-of-the-art Sharon Hospital, built in 1916. Eastern Europeans became the towns newest residents, taking advantage of the affordable, cleared land to fuel a large number of highly successful farms. Sharons residents thrived as they reshaped their town, welcoming newcomers and nurturing a community of inclusion that lasts to the present day.

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128

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Arcadia Publishing

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1439646651

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9781439646656

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Black Mesa

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