A Dangerous Profession

A Dangerous Profession
Author: Frederick Busch
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 257
Release: 1998-10-15
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 031219255X

Will make one want to reread all those great books one had not thought of in years.

The Most Dangerous Jobs in the U. S. A.

The Most Dangerous Jobs in the U. S. A.
Author: June English
Publisher: Apple
Total Pages: 40
Release: 1998-03-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780590897518

Describes such dangerous jobs as smoke jumper, undercover cop, test pilot, and epidemiologist and presents brief interviews with people who hold these risky jobs.

Baby-Sitting Is a Dangerous Job

Baby-Sitting Is a Dangerous Job
Author: Willo Davis Roberts
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2016-04-19
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1481437062

A bestselling classic mystery about a baby-sitter who is kidnapped along with the three kids she is watching from three-time Edgar Award–winning author Willo Davis Roberts. “A solid adventure with more than a few spine-tingling moments” (Booklist). From the moment she set eyes on the three Foster kids, Darcy knew being their baby-sitter would be no picnic. But the pay was twice her usual rate, and the job was only for a few hours a day—surely an experienced baby-sitter like her could handle it. But Darcy hadn’t counted on the mysterious things that started happening at the Fosters’ home after she took the job. She did everything a good baby-sitter was supposed to do: she didn’t let the stranger claiming to be from the gas company into the house and she called the police when the burglar alarm went off in the middle of the afternoon. But that wasn’t enough to prevent a baby-sitter’s worst nightmare from coming true. Now it’s up to Darcy to rescue the Foster kids—and herself—from three ruthless kidnappers.

World's Most Dangerous Jobs

World's Most Dangerous Jobs
Author: Paula Reid
Publisher: Hachette UK
Total Pages: 219
Release: 2012-08-06
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0857657690

Do you find yourself daydreaming about a glamorous occupation, such as a racing driver, an astronaut or a stunt double? This compelling book unravels the mysteries and exposes the pitfalls of the world’s most dangerous jobs, giving a fascinating insight into the working lives of those who regularly stare death in the face.

The World's Most Dangerous Jobs

The World's Most Dangerous Jobs
Author: Tim O'Shei
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2007
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780736864381

"Describes 10 of the world's most dangerous jobs in a countdown format"--Provided by publisher.

A Most Dangerous Profession

A Most Dangerous Profession
Author: Karen Hawkins
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Brothers
ISBN: 9781617931734

"For beautiful, seductive Moira MacAllister, the stakes have become terrifyingly high. Her daughter has been abducted and a priceless ancient relic is the ransom. Moira must acquire it at any cost, even if it means confronting the man she once duped and left, a man who still doesn't know she has a child ... and that he is the father. Robert Hurst, an operative in the king's service, has never forgiven the mysterious spy who seduced him into marriage and then disappeared without a trace. Now, as he pursues the onyx box that will save his brother's life, their paths cross again. But Robert isn't sure which he longs for more--to satisfy his lust for revenge or to quench his relentless hunger for this bewitching woman. When Moira reveals to Robert her long-kept secret, however, he realizes his burning desires must wait as a treacherous foe closes in, threatening all they hold dear ... and their second chance at love."--Page 4 of cover.

Dangerous Jobs

Dangerous Jobs
Author: Abigail Gehring
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2009-05-12
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1602396205

Presents brief descriptions of hazardous jobs, covering the risks involved and pay rates for positions as a smoke jumper, CIA agent, bomb squad technician, roofer, and more, and includes Web sites to consult for additional information.

Working on the Edge

Working on the Edge
Author: Spike Walker
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Total Pages: 316
Release: 1993-03-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1466809337

A Deadly Chase on The Bering Sea Immerse yourself in crewman Spike Walker's Working on the Edge, an adrenaline-fueled narrative that brings to life the world of Alaskan king crab fishing. Set against the merciless backdrop of the turbulent Bering Sea, the book is a visceral account of human struggle, survival, and the dogged pursuit of fortune. Working on the Edge transports you to the wretched, unforgiving conditions of the Bering Sea with its icy winds, treacherous waves, and debilitating on-deck labor. More than a mere profession, crab fishing in these chilling waters stands as a brutal testament to the battle of man against nature, where every decision carries the weight of life and death. Alongside personal stories, Walker brings to light the stories of survivors from the industry's deadly disasters, painting a vivid picture of the harsh reality of this dangerous line of work. Walker rivetingly depicts the modern-day gold rush that drew hundreds of fortune-and adventure-hunters to Alaska's dangerous waters.