Quest In The Desert

Download or read book Quest in the Desert written by Roy Chapman Andrews and published by New York : Viking Press. This book was released on 1950 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An American scientific expedition to explore the Gobi Desert faces many dangers, but survives with the help of the leader's dog and a friendly Mongolian ruler.

Download or read book A Mission in the Desert written by Michael E. Welsh and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Under Desert Skies written by Melissa L. Sevigny and published by University of Arizona Press. This book was released on 2016-02-25 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The book tells the story of how an upstart planetary laboratory in Tucson, the Lunar and Planetary Laboratory (LPL), would help create the field of planetary science, breaking free from traditional astronomical techniques to embrace a wide range of disciplines necessary to study planets"--Provided by publisher.

Download or read book Via Negativa written by Daniel Hornsby and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2021-07-06 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A heartfelt, daring, divinely hilarious debut novel about a priest who embarks on a fateful journey with a pistol in his pocket and an injured coyote in his backseat. "A beautiful and meditative exploration of shattered faith." —Brit Bennett, author of The Vanishing Half Father Dan is homeless. Dismissed by his conservative diocese for eccentricity and insubordination, he’s made his exile into a kind of pilgrimage, transforming his Toyota Camry into a mobile monk’s cell. Then he sees a minivan sideswipe a coyote. Unable to suppress his Franciscan impulses, he takes the injured animal in. With his unexpected canine companion in the backseat, Dan makes his way west, encountering other offbeat travelers and stopping to take in the occasional roadside novelty (MARTIN'S HOLE TO HELL, WORLD-FAMOUS BOTTOMLESS PIT NEXT EXIT!). But the coyote is far from the only oddity fate has delivered into this churchless priest’s care: it has also given him a bone-handled pistol, a box of bullets, and a letter from an estranged friend. By the time Dan gets to where he’s going, he’ll be forced to reckon once and for all with the great mistakes of his past, and he will have to decide: is penance better paid with revenge, or with redemption?

Download or read book Wild Woman written by Amy Frykholm and published by Augsburg Fortress Publishers. This book was released on 2021-08-03 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the dusty corner of a library, journalist Amy Frykholm discovers a footnote that leads her on a decades-long search for Mary of Egypt--runaway, prostitute, holy desert dweller, saint, and archetypal wild woman. As their storylines crisscross maps and centuries, both become more fully revealed--in the embrace of the sacred.

Download or read book Cadillac Desert written by Marc Reisner and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1993-06-01 with total page 674 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “I’ve been thinking a lot about Cadillac Desert in the past few weeks, as the rain fell and fell and kept falling over California, much of which, despite the pouring heavens, seems likely to remain in the grip of a severe drought. Reisner anticipated this moment. He worried that the West’s success with irrigation could be a mirage — that it took water for granted and didn’t appreciate the precariousness of our capacity to control it.” – Farhad Manjoo, The New York Times, January 20,2023 "The definitive work on the West's water crisis." --Newsweek The story of the American West is the story of a relentless quest for a precious resource: water. It is a tale of rivers diverted and dammed, of political corruption and intrigue, of billion-dollar battles over water rights, of ecological and economic disaster. In his landmark book, Cadillac Desert, Marc Reisner writes of the earliest settlers, lured by the promise of paradise, and of the ruthless tactics employed by Los Angeles politicians and business interests to ensure the city's growth. He documents the bitter rivalry between two government giants, the Bureau of Reclamation and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in the competition to transform the West. Based on more than a decade of research, Cadillac Desert is a stunning expose and a dramatic, intriguing history of the creation of an Eden--an Eden that may only be a mirage. This edition includes a new postscript by Lawrie Mott, a former staff scientist at the Natural Resources Defense Council, that updates Western water issues over the last two decades, including the long-term impact of climate change and how the region can prepare for the future.

Download or read book The Sahara Quest written by Blake Hudson and published by RWG Publishing. This book was released on 2023-07-26 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Description: Embark on an exhilarating adventure into the heart of the Sahara in "The Sahara Quest: A Journey Through the Desert." Join Captain Drake and his intrepid team as they venture into the vast and enigmatic desert, seeking the secrets of the Lost Oasis. In a race against time, the team battles treacherous sandstorms, navigates unforgiving dunes, and encounters mythical creatures that lurk beneath the desert's surface. They unravel ancient riddles, uncover hidden civilizations, and traverse perilous terrain, all in pursuit of the ultimate prize—the fabled Lost Oasis and its untold treasures. Along their journey, they encounter nomadic tribes, mysterious guides, and desert wildlife, forming alliances and forging unbreakable bonds of unity. They delve into hidden caves, unravel mirage mysteries, and discover the echoes of ancient times that whisper through the desert winds. But their quest is not without its challenges. They face betrayal, confront illusions and deception, and navigate through treacherous territories where every step could mean triumph or tragedy. As they press forward, the team must rely on their resilience, resourcefulness, and unwavering perseverance to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way. "The Sahara Quest: A Journey Through the Desert" is an action-packed adventure that seamlessly blends elements of fantasy and reality. With vivid descriptions that bring the Sahara to life, readers will be transported into a world of stunning landscapes, rich cultural tapestries, and the allure of the unknown. This epic tale takes readers on a rollercoaster ride through the desert's unforgiving terrain, exploring themes of friendship, sacrifice, and the pursuit of wisdom. As Captain Drake and his team uncover the secrets of the desert, they also discover the transformative power of the journey itself—a quest that not only tests their physical limits but also challenges their beliefs and redefines their understanding of the world. If you crave thrilling action, captivating mysteries, and the allure of far-off lands, "The Sahara Quest: A Journey Through the Desert" is the perfect adventure for you. Join Captain Drake and his team on an unforgettable expedition, as they navigate the vastness of the Sahara, uncover ancient treasures, and ultimately, discover the true essence of the desert's magic.