Oceans North

This volume, aimed at the general audience, presents life and times of the amazing animals that inhabited Earth more than 500 million years ago. The Cambrian Period was a critical time in Earth's history. During this immense span of time nearly every modern group of animals appeared. Although life had been around for more than 2 million millennia, Cambrian rocks preserve the record of the first appearance of complex animals with eyes, protective skeletons, antennae, and complex ecologies.

Samuel Hearne's three 18th century journeys on the Barren Lands of northern Canada were undertaken on behalf of the Hudson's Bay Company in an attempt to discover a reputed source of copper and to advance the company's fur trading interests in the region.

Holden Beach to Shallotte to Southport to Ocean Isle Beach Put-in-Bay investigative reporter Emerson Moore visits Shallotte, North Carolina to relax with an old friend. Little did Moore know that he would be pulled into the intrigue surrounding a suspicious boat offshore the Flounder Pier restaurant in nearby idyllic Holden Beach. Mixed in the plot are the strange nightly explorations by a retired shrimp trawler captain on the Shallotte River near the Holden Seafood Company plus his longstanding feud with another trawler captain. Toss in a couple unsolved murders, a touch of romance, a ...

"...Damron's able narration carries listeners through this arduous journey with a steady tone that lightens at moments of joy and becomes grave at times of deep sadness and loss. While the tale has all of the trappings of a great adventure novel, neither the author nor Damron let listeners...

Ocean Country is an adventure story, a call to action, and a poetic meditation on the state of the seas. But most importantly it is the story of finding true hope in the midst of one of the greatest crises to face humankind, the rapidly degrading state of our environment. After a near-drowning...

Everyone believes Adam to be something he’s not. Sometimes that’s because he’s told them a story. Sometimes he’s told himself one. But when Adam joins an Alaskan fishing crew that’s promising quick money, the dangerous work and harsh lifestyle strip away all fabrications and force a dark-hearted exploration of who he really is. On the unforgiving Bering Sea, Adam finds the adventure and authenticity of a fisherman’s life revelatory. The labor required to seize bounty from the ocean invigorates him, and the often crude comradery accompanies a welcome, hard-earned wisdom.

The Yurok Tribe and an Indigenous family share a moving multigenerational story of their fight to undam the Klamath river—the largest river restoration project in history—and save the planet. Includes exclusive audio content! The Water Remembers is the story of Indigenous resistance and an...

“Historical adventure fiction that weaves a superb storyline with actual events that compel the reader along with a story that they will find hard to put down.” --Steve Thomas, Best Thriller Books “Amazing action, heartfelt emotions and characters that are all too real, make this one outstanding read.” –Mark Elliot, Goodreads “Carlyle spins a yarn of personal and global discovery through rich characters and exotic locations, and Alaska, where the landscape elevates this adventure to newly heightened fears and passions unimaginable in any other setting.” --Mark B., Amazon ...

Explore Alaska’s Breathtaking Beauty With Alaska Cruising and Adventure Guide by Ocean Breeze Adventures! From towering glaciers and snow-capped peaks to abundant wildlife and charming coastal towns, Alaska offers a cruising experience unlike any other. Whether you’re kayaking near a glacier, spotting whales in the wild, or wandering through historic ports, this guide is your key to experiencing the Last Frontier with ease.

More beach poems! Head back to the North Carolina beaches: Ocean Isle, Calabash, and Sunset with LB Sedlacek.

A sister story, a sea story, a World War II story, and three love stories combine for a mix of fact and fiction on historic Ocracoke Island, North Carolina. For eighteen-year-old twins Virginia and Ruby Starr, life on rugged and remote Ocracoke Island, about twenty miles off the coast of North Carolina, has always been a challenge. Between hurricanes, nor'easters, and the tragedy of losing their papa to the Atlantic, they doubt it could get much worse ... but it does. Not only is their mama in a coma from the influenza, German U-boats are sinking ships close enough for the explosions to ...

Tragedy. Hope. America will either be a new dream or a hopeless nightmare… Southampton, 1912. Margaret and her fiance had great hopes for their voyage across the sea. Sailing the Titanic from Ireland was meant to be the beginning of their lives together. But Margaret's world changes forever when the famed ship sinks and drowns her only love. Alone in an unforgiving New York, Margaret looks for inner strength at a time when the women around her hunt for equal rights. As a second chance for romance emerges, the Irish immigrant's societal status and the emergence of The Great War could yield...

Maui is not just an island; it's a wonderland waiting to be discovered, a canvas painted with vibrant hues of nature's finest creations. But with limited time, budget, and knowledge of Maui’s attractions and offerings, planning an unforgettable visit is challenging. This guidebook is meticulously crafted to address all your concerns. With practical advice and local insights, navigating Maui's diverse landscapes and attractions has never been easier.

Setting out from New Bedford in 1878, the crew of the Esther is confident the sea will be theirs: in addition to cruising the Pacific for whale, they intend to hunt the teeming northern grounds before the ice closes. But as they sail to their final destination in the Chukchi Sea, where their captain Arnold Lovejoy has an urgent directive of his own to attend to, their encounters with the natural world become more brutal, harrowing, ghostly, and strange.

From the glacial wonders of Alaska to the volcanic beauty of Hawaii, this 2-in-1 cruising set delivers the ultimate adventure across two of North America’s most breathtaking destinations. Whether you're whale watching in Juneau or snorkeling in Molokini Crater, this bundle helps you plan every unforgettable moment—both on board and ashore. This comprehensive guide features curated shore excursion ideas and expert tips to help you make the most of limited cruise stops in both regions.

Unlock the secret to a balanced life amidst your hectic schedule travel to Oahu! Find thrills, beauty, culture, and yourself. In the heart of the Pacific Ocean lies Oahu, a paradise that transcends the ordinary. The beauty of this enchanting island isn't just in its pristine beaches or lush landscapes; it's in the air, in the sway of the palm trees, and in the warmth of the aloha spirit that flows through every corner.

Surrender to the undeniable magic of Kauai, where every moment is filled with a promise of unforgettable memories. Picture yourself strolling along pristine beaches, feeling the soft sand between your toes and the gentle breeze against your skin. Snorkel into crystal-clear waters teeming with colorful marine life, or bask in the warm tropical sun as you surf the waves along the majestic coastline…

Missing at the Beach – The Ocean Can be Deadly! Graduate student Kat Benson was excited about seeing her college boyfriend, Liam Cross, at their college reunion on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Kat’s childhood friend, Heidi is looking for great sex and a fantastic weekend hookup. But, things turned bad quickly when they learn a friend of theirs had been brutally attacked. Federal and local law enforcement officials are on alert after a vicious murder on the beach and the disappearance of five women.Grab Your Copy Today!

An unsinkable fortress. An unthinkable sacrifice. A secret buried at sea. In the tense dawn of the atomic age, the United States Air Force constructs a radical new line of defense: massive radar platforms anchored to the ocean floor, sentinels standing guard against Soviet attack. To the public, they are America's unsinkable fortresses. To the men who built them, they are an engineering marvel. But to the airmen stationed aboard Texas Tower 4, a lonely speck of steel in the brutal North Atlantic, the fortress is a cage. A constant, bone-jarring vibration shakes the platform. Strange, ...

Recently recovered from his epic bicycle journey that took him from the Delaware shore to the Oregon coast, distinguished climate scientist David Goodrich sets out on his bike again to traverse the Western Interior Seaway - an ancient ocean that once spread across half of North America. When the waters cleared a geologic age ago, what was left behind was vast flat prairie, otherworldly rock formations, and oil shale deposits.