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The big book of climbing : an illustrated history of mountaineering, bouldering, and beyond / by Abadía, Ximo,1983-;
Who were the first people to reach the summits of the world's highest mountains? What materials did they use? Where are the tallest mountains located? When did sport climbing emerge? What is bouldering? From the rugged beauty of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park to the remote landscapes of Patagonia's Fitz Roy, the towering peaks of Everest in the Himalayas to Europe's iconic Mont Blanc, this large-format illustrated work explores the evolution, beauty, and history climbing. Brimming with incredible feats, stories of overcoming obstacles, and a wealth of information, The Big Book of Climbing includes information on how to ascend a peak in different seasons and with various types of climbs and covers important milestones and fundamental figures in the history of mountaineering.
Subjects: Mountaineering; Mountaineering; Mountaineering; Mountaineers; Rock climbing; Rock climbing; Rock climbing;

Robbery Under Arms. by Crombie, Donald,film director.; Hannam, Ken,film director.; Devereaux, Ed,actor.; Neill, Sam,actor.; Vidler, Steven,actor.; Umbrella Entertainment (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Ed Devereaux, Sam Neill, Steven VidlerOriginally produced by Umbrella Entertainment in 1985.Acclaimed actor Sam Neill (Death in Brunswick, Jurassic Park) stars as the suave and enigmatic bushranger, Captain Starlight, in this lavish action adventure tale set in the rugged Australian outback. Joined by bush larrikin, Ben Marston, and Ben's two adventure-hungry sons, Starlight leads his gang of wild colonial boys in search of riches, romance and other mens cattle. After some daring escapades, including a nocturnal train hijack and a hot-air balloon assisted jailbreak, the boys decide to change their lives and go straight after one last job. However, their luck may be running out. With the chief of police and his men in tow, the outlaws will have to make a run for it in one last wild race to freedom.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Motion pictures.; Drama.; Crime.; Western films.; Motion pictures--Australia.; Historical films.; Action and adventure films.;

Always a cowboy / by Miller, Linda Lael.;
Drake Carson is the quintessential cowboy. In charge of the family ranch, he knows the realities of this life, its pleasures and heartbreaks. Lately, managing the wild stallions on his property is wearing him down. When an interfering so-called expert arrives and starts offering her opinion, Drake is wary, but he can't deny the longing--and the challenge--she stirs in him. Luce Hale is researching how wild horses interact with ranch animals--and with ranchers. The Carson matriarch invites her to stay with the family, which guarantees frequent encounters with Drake, her ruggedly handsome and decidedly unwelcoming son. Luce and Drake are at odds from the very beginning, especially when it comes to the rogue stallion who's stealing the ranch mares. But when Drake believes Luce is in danger, that changes everything--for both of them.
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Man-woman relationships; Cowboys;

Lyrebird / by Ahern, Cecelia,1981-author.;
On the edge on Ireland's west coast, rugged mountains meet wild sea and bright blue lakes. Deep in the forest, surrounded by farmland, a girl lives alone in a small stone cottage. Then, into hernd thick forests. Deep in the woods, a young woman lives alone, forever secluded from the world, her life a well-kept secret. She possesses an extraordinary talent, the likes of which no-one has seen before: a gift that will earn her the nickname Lyrebird. When Solomon stumbles into Laura's solitary existence, her life is turned on its head. Pulled from her peaceful landscape to the cacophony of Dublin, she is confronted by a world desperate to understand her. But while Solomon knows the world will embrace Laura, will it free her to spread her wings -- or will it trap her in a gilded cage? Like all wild birds, she needs to fly free.
Subjects: Domestic fiction.; Secrets; Coming of age; Man-Woman relationships;

Seven summers / by Toon, Paige,1975-author.;
"Liv and Finn meet six summers ago working in a bar on the rugged Cornish coastline, their futures full of promise. When a night of passion ends in devastating tragedy they are bound together inextricably. But Finn's life is in LA with his band, and Liv's is in Cornwall with her family -- so they make a promise. Finn will return every year, and if they are single they will spend the summer together. This summer Liv crosses paths with Tom -- a mysterious new arrival in her hometown. As the wildflowers and heather come into bloom, they find themselves falling for one another. For the first time Liv can imagine a world where her heart isn't broken every autumn. Now Liv must make an impossible choice. And when she discovers the shocking reason that Tom has left home, she'll need to trust her heart even more."--
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Novels.; Man-woman relationships; Mate selection;

Deep in the Alaskan woods / by Harper, Karen(Karen S.),author.;
In the wilds of Alaska, someone sinister is hunting ... Alexandra Collister came to her estranged cousins' B and B in Falls Lake, Alaska, looking for a fresh start. The surrounding forest can be harsh and unforgiving--luckily, rugged wilderness tracker Quinn Mantell offers to be her guide. Still recovering from a toxic previous relationship, Alex is wary of getting too close, but when savagely deep claw marks appear outside her bedroom window, keeping her distance from Quinn is no longer an option. Then a body turns up exhibiting the same ruthless slash marks, and Alex knows it isn't a coincidence. Something sinister is lurking in the woods around Falls Lake, turning Alex's fresh start into a brutal game of survival. The murky veil of forest offers more threats than answers. Can Alex and Quinn find the killer before darkness falls for good?
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Wilderness areas; Bed and breakfast accommodations; Man-woman relationships;

Texas fierce / by Dailey, Janet,author.;
He came home to sell his family's failing ranch, but once twenty-year-old Bull Tyler sets foot on the Rimrock, he's determined to tame the rugged land and make it his own. First he'll have to take on the powerful Prescott clan, who'll do anything to get their hands on the Tylers' holding - even murder. Then Bull sets eyes on the breathtaking woman earmarked to be Ferg Prescott's bride. Now nothing will stop Bull from taking the land - or the lady who stirs his blood like no other - and building a dynasty worthy of both. She was born to privilege, and raised to do the right thing. But Susan Rutledge has never felt anything like the fire she feels for Bull Tyler. Yet can she defy her father's strong will and leave her secure life for a ramblin' rodeo man? She'd have to be crazy - or crazy in love.
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Ranch life; Ranchers; Man-woman relationships;

Monster hunter. [electronic resource]. by Microsoft Corporation.;
Game.Monster Hunter Wilds is the highly anticipated next evolution in the award-winning Monster Hunter franchise. The latest entry in the beloved series of co-op action RPGs takes the thrill of hunting larger-than-life foes in expansive natural environments to immersive new heights. The story transports players to the Forbidden Lands, a mysterious wilderness that can transform in unexpected ways. This living world is teeming with rugged wildlife adapted to an ever-changing climate, including massive monsters that players will take on in action-packed encounters. As hunters, players protect the balance of the ecosystem, utilizing resources from hunts to craft powerful gear and continue investigating the mysteries at the heart of these new lands.ESRB Content Rating: T, Teen (Blood, violence, crude humor).Ultra HD Blu-ray disc compatible with Xbox Series X console ; HDTV 720p/1080i/1080p/4K/8K/HDR 10 video ; Spatial audio, Dolby Atmos in game surround sound ; 2-4 player online multiplayer (paid subscription and broadband internet connection required) ; online play optional ; Optimized for Xbox Series X.
Subjects: Adventure video games.; Role playing video games.; Video games.; Xbox Series X (Video game console); Video games.; Computer games.; Monster hunter Wilds (Game); Adventure and adventurers; Wilderness survival; Monsters; Computer adventure games;

Wild Instinct A Novel [electronic resource] : by Parker, T. Jefferson.aut; CloudLibrary;
A gripping high-stakes thriller by three-time Edgar Award winner and New York Times bestselling author T. Jefferson Parker ("A marvel...hits the high-water mark for crime fiction every time out." —Gregg Hurwitz) The hunt for the truth is the deadliest game. Former Marine sniper Lew Gale, now a detective with the Orange County California Sheriff’s Department, is assigned to track and shoot a mountain lion that has killed a man in the rugged country east of Laguna Beach, California. The victim is Bennet Tarlow, a rich developer and man-about-town in upscale coastal Orange County. The investigation takes a chilling turn when Lew and his new partner, Daniela Mendez, discover that Bennet was dead long before the lion got to him. And while he might have been the first to die, he certainly will not be the last.General adult.
Subjects: Electronic books.; Suspense; Crime;
© 2025., St. Martin's Publishing Group,

In the likely event : a novel / by Yarros, Rebecca,author.;
"When Izzy Astor gets on a plane to go home, she isn't expecting much. It's the usual holiday travel experience: busy, crowded, stressful. Then she spots her seatmate, who is anything but ordinary. Nate Phelan sports dark hair, blue eyes, and a deliciously rugged charm that Izzy can't resist. Their connection is undeniable. Izzy never believed in destiny before, but she does now. Just ninety seconds after takeoff, their plane goes down in the Missouri River. Their lives change. They change. Nate goes on to a career in the military while Izzy finds her way into politics. Despite a few chance encounters over the years, the timing never feels right. Then comes a high-stakes reunion in Afghanistan, where Nate is tasked with protecting Izzy's life. He'll do anything to keep her safe. And everything to win her heart"--
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Novels.; Airplane crash survival; Life change events; Politicians; Soldiers;

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