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A personal narrative of the war in Afghanistan and how it went dangerously wrong. Graeme Smith was a young reporter who, for several years, was the only Western journalist brave enough to live full-time in the perilous southern region. This account of modern warfare takes the reader into alleys, cockpits, and prisons. Smith was not simply embedded with the military. He operated independently and at great personal risk to report from inside the war. The heroes of his story are the translators, guides, and ordinary citizens who helped him find the truth and they provided the key to understanding why the West failed to deliver peace and democracy.

Olga Kotelko is in her nineties. Yet she is a Canadian track star. She is aging at an almost supernaturally slow rate. The author considers every piece of the puzzle that is Olga---her diet, how she scores on tests of various personality traits, her hobbies, and her family history. In the process an enduring and unlikely friendship develops between the author and his subject.

"Describes the characteristics, food, habitat, behavior, life cycle, and threats to arctic shrews"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of rap singer and songwriter Drake, discussing his childhood, career in the music business, and personal achievements.

Pete, a young Aboriginal gang member, is sent to jail for killing his mother's boyfriend during a fight. While there, he realizes that he has become a negative influence on his younger brother and decides to turn his life around with the help of traditional Aboriginal healing circles and ceremonies.

"Details the life and career of hockey superstar Steven Stamkos"--Provided by publisher.

"Details the life and career of hockey superstar Carey Price"--Provided by publisher.