Skunk

From the development of the U-2 to the Stealth fighter, the never-before-told story behind America's high-stakes quest to dominate the skies. Skunk Works is the true story of America's most secret and successful aerospace operation. As recounted by Ben Rich, the operation's brilliant boss for nearly two decades, the chronicle of Lockheed's legendary Skunk Works is a drama of Cold War confrontations and Gulf War air combat, of extraordinary feats of engineering and human achievement against fantastic odds.

No one wants a skunk. They are unwelcome on front stoops. They should not linger in Important Rock Rooms. Skunks should never, ever be allowed to move in. But Skunk is Badger’s new roommate, and there is nothing Badger can do about it. When Skunk plows into Badger’s life, everything Badger knows is upended. Tails are flipped. The wrong animal is sprayed. And why-oh-why are there so many chickens?

From the outside, Isabel doesn’t seem to have much going on. It’s the summer after college graduation, and she’s moved back to her hometown, where she spends her days house-sitting, babysitting, working the front desk at a yoga studio, and hanging out with her friend Ellie. But on the inside, Isabel’s mind is always running, always analyzing, and right now, she’s trying hard to not let her thoughts give weight to boys. So when Isabel spots three baby skunks in the yard, their presence is not only a strangely thrilling break from the expected, it feels like a fortuitous sign from the universe.

SKUNK WORKS is the true story, told for the first time, of America's most secret and successful aerospace operation. As recounted by Ben Rich, the operation's brilliant boss for nearly two decades, the story of Lockheed's legendary Skunk Works is a high-stakes drama of Cold War confrontations and Gulf War air combat, of extraordinary feats of engineering and human achievement against fantastic odds.

School’s out for summer! A.J. can’t wait to spend his days playing video games, watching TV, and forgetting everything he learned during the school year. But when his parents announce they’ve signed him up for sleepaway camp, his great plans slip away right before his eyes.

Skunk and Badger have an easy roommate rhythm—Skunk cooks! Badger cleans!—when they take in two orphaned rat pups, Zeno and Zephyr. Badger is working on an Important Rock Work article for Rock Hound Weekly and needs focus, focus, focus to write it. But how much trouble could two tiny rats really be? Some scheduling, a few strategically placed naps, and all will be well!

Skunks are stinky and smelly. But why?

A Boy from the East moved west and found himself hunting and fishing in the Rocky Mountains of Wyoming. At the Government School, his Sioux and Shoshone friends became his Blood Brothers. They played basketball and baseball, but the most time was spent along, or in, the Little Wind River. Read on if you want to know how to catch or control rabbits, hornets, rattlesnakes, raccoons, prairie dogs and eagles. Go on a cattle drive, drum at the Sundance and catch fish with your bare hands. Hunt deer, antelope and elk. Safely handle dynamite caps and learn to smoke in a haystack.

A group of teenage campers out for a weekend of drinking, partying, and unsupervised fun, arrive at the abandoned Muck Hollow Campground. They discover that Muck Hollow was deserted for a reason, and some campfire tales may have more than a shred of truth to them... Siblings Mallory and Dylan arrive late to the party -- immediately sensing something is off, they soon find out why so many tales of a monster lurking in the swamp persist to haunt the area... A creature feature with 80s camp slasher vibes.

Unlock the Magic of Learning English with Kippy! 🚀 A Fun & Engaging Adventure That Makes Learning English Easy! You can achieve many things in life! Kippy, a brave little skunk, is about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Living in a magical kingdom filled with talking animals, Kippy receives a mysterious letter from her father: ✨ "When the peregrine falcon arrives, you must travel to England to join me. But first, you must learn to speak English!" Determined to succeed, Kippy sets off on a thrilling journey through the jungle, meeting wise and wonderful animal friends along the...

Surely, no camping trip could be that bad. Surely. But this novella is inspired by actual events, and the Brooks family little expects just how bad one long weekend at a state park can be. This book has also been collected in the anthology "Molded by Humor" along with other short stories and novelettes that were inspired by actual events.

Punk the Skunk liked to tease. Normally, his teasing was harmless. But what happens when teasing goes too far? For a child, recognizing mistakes can be difficult. Saying I'm sorry can be even harder. Help your child learn this valuable social skill with Punk the Skunk. Parents, counselors, and teachers love that the valuable life lessons in this book are taught in such a fun way that kids won’t even realize they’re learning.

Another great audiobook classic from the world’s most prolific and prestigious new company, Icon Audio Arts. Presented by actor-author Geoffrey Giuliano, here is an exciting "listen while you learn" audio production which promises to entertain, enlighten, and enliven the listener. Icon productions offer a daring, fresh perspective on the hundreds of perennial favorite tales which have inspired generations and imbued a deep love of literature and art in millions over time. Welcome to the wonderful, unparalleled world of Icon Audio Arts.

Starting in the Humboldt wilds and ending on the Skid Row of Los Angeles, Skunk Train follows two teenagers, Kyle and Lizzie, who stumble upon stolen drug money and set off to find Kyle’s father, a Hollywood director he’s never met, with drug dealers, dirty cops, and the Mexican mob on their heels.

Welcome to the 2024 edition! You have a wonderful idea and want to make it real. What are the first steps? Many forces act on you to slow you down, but your imagination, creativity, and passion need to overcome these constraints. INTENSE DESIGN presents a time in history when great ideas became great products such as the SR-71 Blackbird. How did an organization shrug off all the problems associated with Mach 3 travel? INTENSE DESIGN considers the historical moderation and guidance of a successful design operation as well as providing practical advice for making designs come to reality. This...

When Samantha Moon is hired by a film crew to help hunt for the most elusive creature of them all, she’s pretty sure they have the wrong person. Turns out this is a super well-funded expedition, and the eccentric backer is sparing no expense, including hiring, among dozens of other specialists, a private investigator—someone trained to find the missing. And there is nothing more missing than Bigfoot. The logic almost makes sense to Sam, and the money is right. In the least, the vampire private eye is intrigued. After all, even among her fellow supernaturals, the creature known as ...

Think Bigfoot only haunts the deep wilderness? Think again. For generations, we've pictured Sasquatch lurking in remote forests, a shy giant confined to the shrinking edges of the map. But what if the most chilling encounters aren't happening miles from civilization, but practically in your own backyard? This groundbreaking book shatters the myth of the wilderness-bound Bigfoot, revealing a creature far more adaptable, widespread, and unsettlingly close than we've ever imagined. Journey beyond the familiar forests and explore the compelling evidence placing Bigfoot: On the fringes of ...

Hi! My name is Astrid, and I’m 10 years old. I wrote this book when I was in the 5th grade as part of my homeschool curriculum. My inspiration for writing this book was when my Mamaw bought me a stuffed animal skunk, and on the tag his name was Pewie. I also had a unicorn stuffed animal named Uni as well. It just so happened that week for school my Dad told me to come up with an idea for a book. I thought of my stuffed animals and told my parents I wanted to write it about a skunk named Pewie and a unicorn named Uni who become friends. My experience writing my first book was hard at times...

Cuando Zac se da cuenta de que sus bromas no son muy graciosas, ¿podrá hacer lo necesario para recuperar sus amigos o será muy tarde?¡Obtén tu copia hoy del libro “Zac el Zorrillo aprende a pedir perdón” para ayudar a tu niño a aprender la importancia de disculparse!

Enter the world of Mr. Vunck. Some of this story is based on true events. Some is fiction. Find out why he grew up thinking expelling gas from his rear end was an acceptable practice. Granny was a true wind-breaker. And as a little boy Vunck picked up that habit and what follows is a hilarious ride on the farside. Good humor for adults and juveniles. True poetic humor will get you laughing.