Faith, an abandoned dog at Paws' House - a no-kill policy shelter - finds a new lease of life when Joe fosters him. Also down in the dumps himself, Joe has Faith to thank for reconciling him with his estranged son back home. With his boundless energy and puppy smarts, Faith takes the family through a new lease of life when he glues them together as a pack.This book is part of a series "Tails of Paws' House", a tribute to the irreplaceable bond between shelter dogs and humans.

While waiting for a family to adopt her from the orphanage, Charlie chances upon an abandoned puppy near Paws' House one day. She brings the puppy back to the orphanage, where a wealthy and loving family await her. Charlie brings the puppy with her to her new home, where they both find forever homes.*This is part of a series "Tails of Paws' House", a tribute to the irreplaceable bond between shelter dogs and humans.*

Janice's life screeches to a halt when she becomes crippled. In the depths of despair, she draws inspiration at Paws' House, where she meets 3-legged puppy Hope. Despite the handicap, Hope embraces life and infuses Janice with his energy and optimism. Eventually, Janice adopts Hope and they brave life's challenges together.*This is part of a series "Tails of Paws' House", a tribute to the irreplaceable bond between shelter dogs and humans."

This book covers one person's story of life with this virus, and the effects it had on his life. There are many I am sure, stories from people living with this, or from people who know someone who has survived polio.This account is written in the victim's own words, as he lived it and viewed his life. It is a personal account.

The Iberian Peninsula was conquered by Islamic forces in 711 AD and the Islamic presence continued in this part of Europe for 900 years. This presence left an indelible stamp in Spain and Portugal, like the wonders of the Alhambra and the Great Mosque of Córdoba. Its legacy also extends to the rich seam of learning, in science, medicine, literature and philosophy that was later transmitted to the rest of Europe. How did all this come about? In this engaging book Michael Barry tells the sto...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Includes a new afterword about the Iran nuclear agreement, the 2016 presidential race, and the future of the U.S.-Israel allianceMichael B. Oren’s memoir of his time as Israel’s ambassador to the United States—a period of transformative change for America and a time of violent upheaval throughout the Middle East—provides a frank, fascinating look inside the special relationship between America and its closest ally in the region....

A Jesse Stone MysteryThe woman on the bed was barely out of her teens. She wasn't exactly beautiful, but she'd tried to make the most of her looks. Now, defiled and alone in a seedy beachfront motel, she was dead. And Paradise Police Chief Jesse Stone doesn't know her name.Whoever she is, she didn't deserve to die. State police captain Healy's resources turn up nothing helpful, and Gino Fish, who knows his way around dark places, is characteristically uncoo...

In Israel and the West, it is called the Six Day War. In the Arab world, it is known as the June War, or simply as “the Setback.” Never has a conflict so short, unforeseen, and largely unwanted by both sides so transformed the world. The Yom Kippur War, the war in Lebanon, the Camp David accords, the controversy over Jerusalem and Jewish settlements in the West Bank, the intifada, and the rise of Palestinian terror are all part of the outcome of those six days of intense Arab-Israeli fight...

Life in Burbank during the '60s and '70s was an unparalleled experience. From biking Lucky Busters trail to enjoying movies at the Cornell Theater and shopping at The Akron, Burbankers' choices of entertainment seemed endless. Relive fond memories of dining out at Genio's, the Dip or Santoro's. Recall visits to the Golden Mall before heading home to watch Dark Shadows on television. While some of the local icons may have changed, the spirit has remained the same--and it's waiting to be red...

'One of the great series in the history of the detective story'New York Times Book ReviewThere's trouble in Paradise, Massachusetts...Paradise, Massachusetts, is gearing up for the busy summer season when a spate of car thefts places its quiet, tourist-friendly reputation in jeopardy.Jesse Stone fears an automobile theft gang has set up shop in town, and the silver-tongued, heavy-handed police chief vows to ...

Hollywood has come to Paradise, Massachusetts. And Police Chief Jesse Stone has been distracted from his duty by a beautiful young producer.But before Jesse can get too cozy, the leading star of the movie approaches him for help. Her ex is terrorizing her, and she is frightened for her life. As if he's not got enough to be dealing with, Jesse's also juggling an ongoing investigation. Not one to give up a fight, Jesse throws himself into it with his charact...

If 1916 is the founding myth of the Irish state then the famine is the founding tragedy.It was a tragedy on a truly epic scale, the events of the famine came to pass not in one of the worlds poorest nations, but in what was at the time part of metropolitan Britain (following the Act of Union of 1800).Caused by the destruction of the staple food of the ordinary Irishman and women, the potato, by blight. the famine resulted in the massive depopulation of Irel...