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Books with author Martine Davison

  • Old Lady on the Trail: Triple Crown at 76

    Mary E Davison

    eBook
    Adventure on National Scenic Trails does not need to end when one is old. Not beginning long-distance hiking until age 60, Mary takes us with her on her trail journeys to experience encounters with the beauty of wilderness from the Eastern ranges of the Appalachian Trail, the challenges of desert, snow, granite and thick forests of the Pacific Crest Trail, and the rugged and the remote grandeur of the Continental Divide Trail.Along the way, she introduces the Trail Community. Hikers of many ages and walks of life labeled with colorful monikers called trail names, and trail angels, planned and total surprises, grace her journey. Bears, moose, deer, coyotes, turkey vultures, hawks, eagles, owls, pronghorn, and endless supplies of squirrels and chipmunks share the world through which she walked.Everyday challenges of completing seemingly endless miles, encountering new adventures, sometimes with friends and much of the time solo, brought Mary to the first pages of this book on a glorious day sighting two grizzly bears and completing long-distance hiking's Triple Crown at age 76.Throughout this inspirational journey, Mary shares the perspective of an aging adult. Challenges of failing body parts add drama and obstacles to be overcome like rocks in the trail or adapted to like the trails that wind slowly up steep mountains.Come along and experience long trails with the Old Lady on The Trail.
  • Old Lady on the Trail: Triple Crown at 76

    Mary E Davison

    Paperback (Vandeleigh Publishing, Oct. 17, 2018)
    Adventure on National Scenic Trails does not need to end when one is old. Not beginning long distance hiking until age 60, Mary takes us with her on her trail journeys to experience encounters with the beauty of wilderness from the Eastern ranges of the Appalachian Trail, the challenges of desert, snow, granite and thick forests of the Pacific Crest Trail, and the rugged and the remote grandeur of the Continental Divide Trail.Along the way she introduces the Trail Community. Hikers of many ages and walks of life labeled with colorful monikers called trail names and trail angels, planned and total surprises, grace her journey. Bears, moose, deer, coyotes, turkey vultures, hawks, eagles, owls, pronghorn, and endless supplies of squirrels and chipmunks share the world through which she walked.Everyday challenges of completing seemingly endless miles, encountering new adventures, sometimes with friends and much of the time solo, brought Mary to the first pages of this book on a glorious day sighting two grizzly bears and completing long distance hiking's Triple Crown at age 76.Throughout this inspirational journey, Mary shares the perspective of an aging adult. Challenges of failing body parts add drama and obstacles to be overcome like rocks in the trail or adapted to like the trails that wind slowly up steep mountains.Come along dear readers and experience long trails with the Old Lady on The Trail.
  • MAGGIE AND THE EMERGENCY ROOM

    Martine Davison

    Hardcover (Random House Children's Books, Oct. 13, 1992)
    Tips on safety and injury prevention, as well as information about what happens in a hospital's emergency room, highlight a look at Maggie's trip to the ER after a bicycle accident, in a book developed by the American Medical Association.
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  • KEVIN AND THE SCHOOL NURSE

    Martine Davison

    Paperback (Random House Children's Books, Oct. 6, 1992)
    Feeling weak from not having eaten all day, Kevin visits the school nurse, finding out about the four major food groups and observing her helping children with all kinds of problems.
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  • The Perfect Nazi: Uncovering My Grandfather's Secret Past

    Martin Davidson

    eBook (Dutton Caliber, March 31, 2011)
    What if you found out that your grandfather had been a Nazi SS officer? This is the confession that Martin Davidson received from his mother upon the death of demanding, magnetic grandfather Bruno Langbehn. The Perfect Nazi is Davidson's exploration of his family's darkest secret.As Davidson dove into his research, drawing on an astonishing cache of personal documents as well as eyewitness accounts of this historical period, he learned that Bruno's story moved lock-step in time with the rise and fall of the Nazi party: from his upbringing in a fiercely military environment amid the aftermath of World War I, to his joining the Nazi party in 1926 at the age of nineteen, more than six years before Hitler came to power, to his postwar involvement with the Werewolves, the gang of SS stalwarts who vowed to keep on after the defeat of Nazism.Davidson realized that his grandfather was in many ways the "perfect Nazi," his individual experiences emblematic of the generation of Germans who would plunge the world into such darkness. But he also realized that every fact he uncovered was a terrible truth he himself would have to come to terms with...
  • MAGGIE AND THE EMERGENCY ROOM

    Martine Davison

    Hardcover (Random House Children's Books, Oct. 6, 1992)
    When Maggie falls off her bike, her mother takes her to be examined, x-rayed, and stitched in the emergency room of a nearby hospital
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  • ROBBY VISITS THE DOCTOR

    Martine Davison

    Hardcover (Random House Children's Books, Oct. 13, 1992)
    Robby is frightened by a proposed trip to the doctor, but he soon discovers that there is nothing of which to be afraid, in a guide developed by the American Medical Association that also includes tips on preventing colds.
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  • The Perfect Nazi: Uncovering My Grandfather's Secret Past

    Martin Davidson

    Paperback (Dutton Caliber, March 6, 2012)
    What if you found out that your grandfather had been a Nazi SS officer? This is the confession that Martin Davidson received from his mother upon the death of demanding, magnetic grandfather Bruno Langbehn. The Perfect Nazi is Davidson's exploration of his family's darkest secret.As Davidson dove into his research, drawing on an astonishing cache of personal documents as well as eyewitness accounts of this historical period, he learned that Bruno's story moved lock-step in time with the rise and fall of the Nazi party: from his upbringing in a fiercely military environment amid the aftermath of World War I, to his joining the Nazi party in 1926 at the age of nineteen, more than six years before Hitler came to power, to his postwar involvement with the Werewolves, the gang of SS stalwarts who vowed to keep on after the defeat of Nazism.Davidson realized that his grandfather was in many ways the "perfect Nazi," his individual experiences emblematic of the generation of Germans who would plunge the world into such darkness. But he also realized that every fact he uncovered was a terrible truth he himself would have to come to terms with...
  • True Heroes of Baseball: The Stories of Jackie Robinson and Roberto Clemente

    David Martinez

    language (Homerunweb Books, March 30, 2011)
    “True Heroes of Baseball: The Story of Jackie Robinson and Roberto Clemente” is about two of the most famous and most important players in baseball history. It tells the story of how they overcame difficult challenges and, through the force of their will and determination, became more than just athletes—they became honest-to-goodness heroes. Written with style and sophistication by David H. Martinez, the critically praised author of “The Book of Baseball Literacy” (now in its 3rd edition and available as a Kindle ebook), this short ebook is aimed at young readers who are just learning about baseball history and want to find out about two of its most significant figures. It is also perfect for parents who want to read to their children about players who exemplify what it means to persevere, show courage, and achieve a greater purpose.The two stories are about 2,500 words each and can be read in just one sitting. They are not complete biographies. Rather, they are biographical sketches that provide details about how Robinson and Clemente turned themselves into superstars, led their teams to the heights of victory, and earned the respect of fellow players, fans, and sportswriters everywhere.If you’re interested in learning about these two remarkable men, “True Heroes of Baseball” is the perfect place to start.
  • The Perfect Nazi: Uncovering My Grandfather's Secret Past

    Martin Davidson

    Hardcover (G.P. Putnam's Sons, March 31, 2011)
    Part personal quest, part family memoir, part World War II history- and one horrifying family secret. What if you found out that your grandfather-the man who had been a demanding, magnetic presence throughout your childhood-was a Nazi SS officer? This is the confession that Martin Davidson, already into middle age, received from his mother upon his grandfather Bruno Langbehn's death, and The Perfect Nazi is Davidson's exploration, using the skills he honed as a documentary producer for the BBC, of the truth behind this dark family secret. As Martin dove into his research, drawing on an astonishing cache of personal documents as well as eyewitness accounts of this historical period, he learned that Bruno's story moved lock-step in time with the rise and fall of the Nazi party. He realized that his grandfather was in many ways the "perfect Nazi," his individual experiences emblematic of the generation of Germans who would plunge the world into such darkness-and he discovered all that he would have to come to terms with.
  • The Perfect Nazi: Uncovering My Grandfather's Secret Past

    Martin Davidson

    Paperback (Berkley Trade, March 6, 2012)
    What if you found out that your grandfather had been a Nazi SS officer? This is the confession that Martin Davidson received from his mother upon the death of demanding, magnetic grandfather Bruno Langbehn. The Perfect Nazi is Davidson's exploration of his family's darkest secret.As Davidson dove into his research, drawing on an astonishing cache of personal documents as well as eyewitness accounts of this historical period, he learned that Bruno's story moved lock-step in time with the rise and fall of the Nazi party: from his upbringing in a fiercely military environment amid the aftermath of World War I, to his joining the Nazi party in 1926 at the age of nineteen, more than six years before Hitler came to power, to his postwar involvement with the Werewolves, the gang of SS stalwarts who vowed to keep on after the defeat of Nazism.Davidson realized that his grandfather was in many ways the "perfect Nazi," his individual experiences emblematic of the generation of Germans who would plunge the world into such darkness. But he also realized that every fact he uncovered was a terrible truth he himself would have to come to terms with...
  • Professor Fannybottom and the Ancient Pyramid

    David Martinez

    eBook
    World-famous explorer Professor Fannybottom takes his cowardly assistant and intrepid niece and nephew to Cairo to explore a newly discovered pyramid. Only through quick thinking and cooperation will they successfully complete their adventure! Includes Fun Facts and Teaching Tools.