Books with author Michael Card

Ellison "Tarzan" Brown was one of America's premier marathon runners during the 1930s and 1940s. This volume tells the story of his life from the beginning of his budding career in the early 1930s through his untimely death in 1975. With his unorthodox approach to the sport and his spectacular finishes, Tarzan Brown quickly became something of a legend in racing. Inevitably, he became the subject of stories that were not always entirely factual--and sometimes not very flattering. This biography seeks to present an accurate, unbiased account of Brown's life. The reminiscences of his close friends, family and even his rivals paint a vivid picture of the man and his career. The book covers in considerable depth events such as Brown's trip to the 1936 Olympic Games in Nazi Germany and his role in the naming of the infamous Heartbreak Hill on the course of the Boston Marathon. Completing the picture is a look at the more personal aspects of Brown's life, such as his struggle to support his young family, and an examination of his Narragansett Indian heritage. The final chapter discusses the misconceptions surrounding Brown's accidental death outside a bar in 1975.

A fresh and compelling look at wild and awesome examples of weather in this revised and updated book in the Wonders of Creation series!- Did you know the hottest temperature ever recorded was 134° F (56.7° C) on July 10, 1913 in Death Valley, California?- The highest recorded surface wind speed was in the May 3, 1999, Oklahoma tornado, measured at 302 mph (486 kph)!- The most snow to fall in a one-year period is 102 feet (3,150 cm) at Mount Rainier, Washington, from February 19, 1971 to February 18, 1972!From the practical to the pretty amazing, this book gives essential details into understanding what weather is, how it works, and how other forces that impact on it. Learn why storm chasers and hurricane hunters do what they do and how they are helping to solve storm connected mysteries. Discover what makes winter storms both beautiful and deadly, as well as what is behind weather phenomena like St. Elmo’s Fire.Find important information on climate history and answers to the modern questions of supposed climate change. Get safety tips for preventing dangerous weather related injuries like those from lightning strikes, uncover why thunderstorms form, as well as what we know about the mechanics of a tornado and other extreme weather examples like flash floods, hurricanes and more. A fresh and compelling look at wild and awesome examples of weather in this revised and updated book in the Wonders of Creation series!

Accused of murder, John Tannerson is forced to flee the king's men who are hunting him. Running for his life, John pushes deeper into Sherwood Forest where he encounters a mysterious man dressed in green. The man is Robin Hood and John, rechristened Little John, joins his band of outlaws. Living in the forest, helping the poor, even rescuing fair maidens, John discovers a world-and a life-beyond his wildest dreams.

Hollywood legend Michael Caine shares wisdom and stories from his remarkable career in this "engrossing" memoir that "shines with positive energy" (Library Journal, starred review). One of our best-loved actors, Michael Caine has starred in over 100 films in his six-decade career, spanning classic movies like Alfie, Zulu, and The Italian Job to playing Alfred opposite Christian Bale's Batman in Christopher Nolan's blockbuster Dark Knight trilogy. Caine has excelled in every kind of role--with a skill that's made it look easy. Caine knows what success takes. He's made it to the pinnacle of his profession from humble origins. But as he says, "Small parts can lead to big things. And if you keep doing things right, the stars will align when you least expect it." Still working and more beloved than ever, Caine now shares everything he's learned-and "his fans will be rewarded, as will anyone seeking an enjoyable, inspirational read" (Library Journal).

Pack your bags! We’re headed to Jamaica. On this whirlwind tour, you’ll learn all about the country’s landscape, culture, people, and more. We’ll explore Jamaica from its bustling cities to its sandy beaches and jutting mountains. We’ll also find out what kind of food people eat and learn about reggae music and dub poetry. A special section introduces Jamaica’s capital, language, population, and flag. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world.

The earth was created to be the dwelling place of man. It is a complex world and its weather patterns affect our lives every day. Whether you live near the equator, a polar region, or somewhere in between, knowledge of the weather is important.The Weather Book will teach you:Why our exact distance from the sun allows life on earth.How the weather on the other side of the earth affects you.How clouds form and how to identify the different types.What the difference is between a cold and warm front.Why you can often see lighting long before you can hear thunder.How to build your own weather station.How to survive in dangerous weather.What the greenhouse effect and the ozone hole are.What Noah's flood and the Ice Age have in common.How weatherpersons forecast hurricanes and tornadoes.How to read a weather map.What our responsibility is to the environment.Learning about the weather is fun! It will change the way you look at the clouds in the sky. Now you'll have more of an understanding about what is going on miles above your head. And when you hear a weather report on television, you'll understand so much more about the world around you!

Theodore Dayton no longer believes in God. With his beloved wife dead and his teenage daughter, Emily, suffering from a terminal illness, he contemplates the agony of his family's demise. Now, with his faith shattered, he becomes a lost soul, struggling to find meaning in a merciless world.Theodore's journey into salvation begins when a journal arrives at his home. It is through the memoirs of his father, Lawrence, that he may gradually dissolve the fear in his heart. As the tale unfolds, Emily tries to restore her father's faith, but a curse lingers in her family's past. It is within this journal that both she and Theodore will discover the miracles of God, but they will also uncover an unrelenting evil emerging from within. As time grows short, Emily must make her father understand the virtues of God, before he permits another force to lure him into darkness. Will Theodore save himself? And will Emily live to reveal the one soul who can save all of mankind?

From renowned human rights lawyer Michael Sfard, an unprecedented exploration of the struggle for human rights in Israel's courtsA farmer from a village in the occupied West Bank, cut off from his olive groves by the construction of Israel’s controversial separation wall, asked Israeli human rights lawyer Michael Sfard to petition the courts to allow a gate to be built in the wall. While the gate would provide immediate relief for the farmer, would it not also confer legitimacy on the wall and on the court that deems it legal? The defense of human rights is often marked by such ethical dilemmas, which are especially acute in Israel, where lawyers have for decades sought redress for the abuse of Palestinian rights in the country’s High Court―that is, in the court of the abuser.In The Wall and the Gate, Michael Sfard chronicles this struggle―a story that has never before been fully told― and in the process engages the core principles of human rights legal ethics. Sfard recounts the unfolding of key cases and issues, ranging from confiscation of land, deportations, the creation of settlements, punitive home demolitions, torture, and targeted killings―all actions considered violations of international law. In the process, he lays bare the reality of the occupation and the lives of the people who must contend with that reality. He also exposes the surreal legal structures that have been erected to put a stamp of lawfulness on an extensive program of dispossession. Finally, he weighs the success of the legal effort, reaching conclusions that are no less paradoxical than the fight itself. Writing with emotional force, vivid storytelling, and penetrating analysis, Michael Sfard offers a radically new perspective on a much-covered conflict and a subtle, painful reckoning with the moral ambiguities inherent in the pursuit of justice. The Wall and the Gate is a signal contribution to everyone concerned with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and human rights everywhere.

A teenage boxer learns how to fight dirty—in and out of the ring As soon as the bell chimes, Steven knows he’s in trouble. Del Toro is stronger, faster, and in better shape; he’s by far the better boxer. But Steven has been learning to fight dirty. He steps on Del Toro’s toes, whips his head into the bigger man’s chin, and throws a straight right just wide enough to send his elbow crashing into his nose. It isn’t pretty, and it isn’t honest, but it works. In the boxing ring, and in life, Steven is never afraid to cheat. Invited to San Diego for a prestigious Golden Gloves West Coast tournament, Steven needs $600 to make the trip. A friend convinces him to get the money the easy way—by robbing a liquor store, and Steven soon learns there are fights where throwing in the towel means death.