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The Kaiser's Pirates: Hunting Germany?s Raiding Cruisers in World War I
By Nick Hewitt. 2013
The Kaiser's Pirates is a dramatic and little-known story of World War I, when the actions of a few men…
shaped the fate of nations. By1914 Germany had ships and sailors scattered across the globe, protecting its overseas colonies and "showing the flag" of its new Imperial Navy. After war broke out on August 4 there was no hope that they could reach home. Instead, they were ordered to attack Britain's vital trade routes for as long as possible. Under the leadership of a few brilliant, audacious men, they unleashed a series of raids that threatened Britain's war effort and challenged the power and prestige of the Royal Navy. The next year saw a battle of wits which stretched across the globe, drawing in ships and men from six empires.By the end, the "Kaiser's Pirates" were no more, and Britain once again ruled the waves. Including vivid descriptions of the battles of Coronel and the Falklands and the actions of the Emden, the Goeben and the Breslau, the Karsrühe and the Königsberg, The Kaiser's Pirates tells a fascinating narrative that ranges across the Atlantic, the Indian Ocean, the Pacific, and the Caribbean.The Jutland Scandal: The Truth about the First World War?s Greatest Sea Battle
By Vice-Admiral John Harper, Admiral Reginald Bacon. 2016
Two high-ranking officers defied the British Admiralty to tell the tale of World War I’s first naval battle against Germany.The…
Royal Navy had ruled the sea unchallenged for one hundred years since Nelson triumphed at Trafalgar. Yet when the Grand Fleet faced the German High Seas Fleet across the grey waters of the North Sea near Jutland, the British battleships and cruisers were battered into a draw, losing far more men and ships than the enemy.The Grand Fleet far outnumbered and outgunned the German fleet, so something clearly had gone wrong. The public waited for the official histories of the battle to be released to learn the truth, but month after month went by with the Admiralty promising, but failing, to publish an account of Jutland. Questions were raised in Parliament (twenty-two times), yet still no official report was produced, due to objections from Admiral Beatty.This led to Admiral Bacon producing his own account of the battle, called The Jutland Scandal, in 1925. Two years later the man instructed to write the official report, Rear-Admiral Harper, decided to publish his account independently, under the title The Truth about Jutland.Together, these two books lay bare the facts about Jutland and reveal the failings of senior officers and the distortions of the early historians. Produced as one volume for the first time, this book tells the truth about the scandal that developed following the largest battle ever fought at sea.Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Arcade imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in history--books about World War II, the Third Reich, Hitler and his henchmen, the JFK assassination, conspiracies, the American Civil War, the American Revolution, gladiators, Vikings, ancient Rome, medieval times, the old West, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.Terror of the Autumn Skies: The True Story of Frank Luke, America's Rogue Ace of World War I
By Blaine Pardoe. 2008
Frank Luke, Jr. was an unlikely pilot. In the Great War, when fliers were still ?knights of the air,” Luke…
was an ungallant loner?a kid from Arizona who collected tarantulas, shot buzzards, and boxed miners. But during two torrid weeks in September 1918, he was the deadliest man on the Western Front. In only ten missions, he destroyed fourteen heavily-defended German balloons and four airplanes, the second highest American tally in the entire war. Author Blaine Pardoe retraces and refreshes Frank Luke’s story through recently discovered correspondence. Frantic, short, and splendid, the life of Frank Luke, Jr. dramatizes the tragic intervention of an American spirit in the war that devastated Europe.Gentlemen Volunteers: The Story of the American Ambulance Drivers in the First World War
By George Plimpton, Arlen J. Hansen. 2011
They left Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Michigan, and Stanford to drive ambulances on the French front, and on the killing fields…
of World War I they learned that war was no place for gentlemen. The tale of the American volunteer ambulance drivers of the First World War is one of gallantry amid gore; manners amid madness. Arlen J. Hansen's Gentlemen Volunteers brings to life the entire story of the men-and women-who formed the first ambulance corps, and who went on to redefine American culture. Some were to become legends-Ernest Hemingway, e. e. cummings, Malcolm Cowley, and Walt Disney-but all were part of a generation seeking something greater and grander than what they could find at home.The war in France beckoned them, promising glory, romance, and escape. Between 1914 and 1917 (when the United States officially entered the war), they volunteered by the thousands, abandoning college campuses and prep schools across the nation and leaving behind an America determined not to be drawn into a "European war." What the volunteers found in France was carnage on an unprecedented scale. Here is a spellbinding account of a remarkable time; the legacy of the ambulance drivers of WWI endures to this day.Was I in Mama's Stomach, Too? (The Safe Child, Happy Parent Series)
By Dagmar Geisler. 2014
The perfect read for children who are curious about where babies come from and how they grow. When Mama&’s girlfriend,…
Lili, visited, I was surprised to see that Lili has a very round, rather big belly. &“There&’s a baby growing in there!&” Mama explained. &“Was I in your stomach, too?&” I asked. &“Of course!&” Mama says. &“And was your stomach as big as Lili&’s?&” Mama laughs. &“I think my stomach was even bigger. You were a big baby when you were born . . . .&” What could be more exciting than discussing where we come from and how we got here? Was I in Mama&’s Stomach, Too? gives parents, grandparents, and caregivers the opportunity to speak with children about this important topic, allowing children who are curious about science and nature to learn the answers to their questions about sexual attraction, reproduction, pregnancy and birth, as well as gain knowledge about one of the most fascinating processes in life.Small: On motherhoods
By Claire Lynch. 2021
"Original, important, moving, funny - quite a feat." - BERNARDINE EVARISTO"Incredible... beautiful and funny and humane." - EMILIE PINE"Babies who…
are this small, he says, have a good chance of survival. Small is not good for babies. It is not whimsical or cute or the cause of admiration. It is the first time it occurs to us that they might not survive. Babies die from smallness."Claire Lynch knew that having children with her wife would be complicated but she could never have anticipated the extent to which her life would be redrawn by the process. This dazzling debut begins with the smallest of life's substances, the microscopic cells subdividing in a petri dish in a fertility treatment centre. She moves through her story in incremental yet ever growing steps, from the fingernail-sized pregnancy test result screen which bears two affirmative lines to the premature arrival of her children who have to wear scale-model oxygen masks in their life-saving incubators. Devastatingly poignant and profoundly observant - and funny against the odds - Claire considers whether it is our smallness that makes our lives so big.Good Dog, Happy Baby: Preparing Your Dog for the Arrival of Your Child
By Michael Wombacher. 2015
For years dog trainer Michael Wombacher has worked with expecting dog owners to prevent problems between dogs and children. He…
has also unfortunately witnessed too many families forced to surrender their beloved family companions because they failed to prepare the dog for the arrival of a new family member. In Good Dog, Happy Baby, Wombacher lays out a twelve-step process that will give families the skills they need to navigate this new era of their lives. These skills include how to evaluate dogs, resolve common behavior problems, and fully prepare dogs for a new baby. This easy-to-use guide, filled with photos and simple instructions, makes a great gift for any expecting family with a dog, whether the dog is perfectly trained or in serious need of behavioral help.The First World War: A Miscellany
By Norman Ferguson. 2014
Telling the stories of the battles, the aircraft, the weapons, the soldiers, the poets, and the many heroes, Norman Ferguson…
delves deep into the history of the 'Great War'. Through anecdotes and statistics, and drawing on letters, speeches and official reports, this comprehensive miscellany is a compelling guide to the ‘Great War’.Trying: Love, Loose Pants, and the Quest for a Baby
By Mark Cossey. 2013
In four years of baby-making boot camp, Mark and Martha face The Calendar, the joy of scheduled sex, hostile cervical…
mucus, IUI and IVF. Written with laugh-out-loud humour and complete honesty, Trying is a noholds-barred story about infertility written by a man who has lived through it all and realised his ultimate dream – his own family.Pocket Commando Dad: Advice for New Recruits to Fatherhood: From Birth to 12 months
By Neil Sinclair. 2014
In your hand is an indispensable pocket-sized training manual for new dads. Written by ex-Commando and father of three, Neil…
Sinclair, this no-nonsense guide will teach you how to prepare base camp for your baby trooper’s arrival, survive the first 24 hours, establish feeding/sleeping routines, and much, much more. Let training commence!My Mini Midwife: Everything You Need to Know about Pregnancy and Birth
By Denyse Kirkby. 2014
Ever wished your midwife lived next door so you could ask her questions anytime? My Mini Midwife, by midwife and…
lecturer D. J. Kirkby, is here to provide the guidance you need. This handy book gives clear answers to confusing questions, from conception to delivery and beyond: it will be invaluable for anyone who is planning or expecting a baby.Pregnancy: An Infographic Guide
By Claire Plimmer. 2016
Pregnancy can be bewildering for new parents-to-be: your life is about to change forever and the amount of information out…
there can be overwhelming. But fear not: this pictorial guide, packed with accessible and stylish infographics, will give you all the essential facts as well as a healthy dose of quirky trivia.The Baby Shower Planning Guide
By Verity Davidson. 2017
Your friend has announced she’s expecting – and you’re in charge of the baby shower preparations. This is a time…
to celebrate, so dive into this indispensable treasure trove of theme ideas, activities, gifts, games and treats to make, as well as practical party-planning tips and advice, and throw your friend the shower she deserves!The Dos and Don'ts of Pregnancy: From Conception to Birth
By Louise Baty. 2015
Baby Tips for Mums
By Simon Brett. 2017
So you’ve carried your baby around for nine months and survived the pains and stresses of childbirth itself: surely it’s…
time you had a well-earned rest? Whether you’re a new mum or you have a PhD in child-rearing, this handy little book will help you through the burping, whining and tantrums – and not just the ones from your partner.The New Parents' Survival Guide: The First Three Months
By Wendy Green. 2015
No one is ever quite prepared for the impact a new baby has on their life. This book tells you…
what you can REALLY expect in the first three months, and is packed with practical advice and bite-sized tips on how to deal with common problems you are likely to encounter.Pregnancy for Dads-to-Be: Everything You Need to Know, from Conception to Birth
By Adam Carpenter. 2016
Packed with information, tips and advice, from the development of your baby month by month to how to help your…
partner throughout the birth, this book is a jargon-free, easy read that will help you to understand what to expect during pregnancy, and plan for the weeks ahead.Whether the news comes as a shock or a delightful surprise, one thing is for certain: having twins is going…
to change your life. Packed with advice from professionals and anecdotes from fellow twin parents, this book will be your go-to guide to help you navigate the first year with twins, from birth and beyond.Baby Tips for Grandparents (Baby Tips Ser.)
By Simon Brett. 2017
The nine months is up and the new baby is finally here! But what do you do when your darling…
child calls to ask you to play babysitter? You’ve been through it all before and then some, but with the help of this quirky little book you’ll be sailing through those unexpected play dates with your nerves and your furniture intact.Pregnancy Made Simple: An Illustrated Guide from Conception to Birth
By Claire Plimmer. 2018
Pregnancy is exciting for new parents-to-be. Your life is about to change forever, yet the amount of information out there…
can be overwhelming. But fear not: this pictorial guide, packed with accessible and stylish infographics, will give you all the essential facts as well as a healthy dose of quirky trivia.