Mike Shaw est né dans la pauvreté en Angleterre pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale. Malgré ses humbles débuts, il est devenu un homme d'affaires prospère qui a parcouru le monde à la recherche de "la grosse affaire" qui le rendrait riche. D'une vie de pénurie, il a créé un style de vie d'abondance dont il n'aurait jamais pu rêver enfant. Il a découvert qu'en intégrant la Loi de l'Attraction dans ses objectifs "Gagnant-Gagnant", il atteignait la plupart des objectifs qu'il s'était fixés.
A rich, immersive, funny and heartbreaking memoir of the charming bookseller who runs two tiny bookshops in the remote village of Manapouri in Fiordland, in the deep south of New Zealand. 'An extraordinary story.' Shaun Bythell, The Diary of a Bookseller
My name is Mike Shaw; I was born into poverty in England during the Second World War, the son of a bricklayer. Despite my minimal education and humble beginnings I became a successful business man traveling the World in search of ''The Big One" the one big deal that would make me rich. From a life of scarcity I created a lifestyle of abundance I could never have dreamed of as child, flying my own airplanes and driving fast cars. How so? I discovered that by incorporating the Law of Attraction into my “Win Win” Goals, I achieved most of the goals I set! The rest, as they say, is history!
Within three short decades this raggedy arsed kid wouldmetamorphose into the globe-trotting, womanizing “Son of abitch” pictured here! As a successful International businessman traveling the World he would rub shoulders with ArabSheiks, Millionaires, High Ranking British Politicians, Arm’sdealers and a sinister Mafi a type “God Father” fi gure! Whenhe wasn’t chasing the one big deal that would make him rich,he headed up his own Rock Band and played with his toys,he would drive fast cars and fl y his own Airplane’s! Drivenby his lust for sexual gratifi cation he would pursue many women most of whom he woulduse, emotionally abuse then leave them in tears! This was a man of whom it was said,had totally lost “The Meaning of Life” and he was headed straight to “The Gates of Hell”!However he eventually saw the error of his ways and for the past two decades he hasbeen desperately searching for “The Key to his Redemption!” But is it all too little toolate to save his worthless ass?This is a classic “From Rags to Riches” and back to Rags several times kind of story!However there is a bizarre twist in the tail of this fascinating story!
"The Truth about Toxic Black Mold" is based upon my personal experiences after being exposed to this toxic substance for six months. As a consequence I have been sick for the past two years! My primary goal in writing this book is to help the reader avoid the medical, physiological and financial problems my exposure to this toxic mold cause for me, my business and my wife of fifteen years Melanie. My secondary goal is to raise awareness and donations for the two charities' I support. To that end 10% of the royalties I receive from the sale of all my books will be donated to the two charities' I support. The Make-A-Wish Foundation and The Wounded Warrior Project. This is my personal story and a true account of my personal experiences with Toxic Mold and my advice on how to avoid the life changing effect on your life that I have to overcome. Although I am not "an expert" on Black Mold and its effects on your health I feel that due to my own problems I am a somewhat of an authority on the subject. For the benefit of the reader I embarked on a great deal of additional research on the subject in order to add professional medical and technical information to support my own advice. I will also share the sources of this valuable information for the benefit of the reader. For additional information or specify questions on any of the above please go to my Blog at www.mike-shaw.com.
How to Capture the Cosmos with Any Camera
This guide empowers aspiring astrophotographers with techniques to capture stunning images of the cosmos. It covers essential equipment, camera settings, and composition tips tailored for both beginners and experienced photographers. With step-by-step instructions and practical advice, readers will discover how to photograph celestial events, star trails, and deep-sky objects, enhancing their skills to create breathtaking astrophotography.
Mike Shaw's life as a science teacher is anything but ordinary, filled with thrilling adventures that include animal attacks, electrocutions, and explosive mishaps. From his early years to adulthood, he navigates a series of wild escapades across diverse settings—from North Carolina fields to a New Orleans casino. Each experience, whether humorous or harrowing, contributes to his personal journey of discovery and self-identity, reflecting the universal quest for one's place in the world amidst chaos and excitement.
Focusing on the challenges of aging, the author addresses the physical and mental decline often experienced by individuals aged sixty-five and older. Initially lacking enthusiasm, the writing process was slow and the book remained unfinished for some time. The work aims to resonate with older readers, encouraging them to confront and improve their well-being as they navigate the complexities of growing older.
This book brings together leading voices from academia and practice to discuss whether the government's new life chances agenda is meaningful.
Situated amid beautiful rolling countryside, Meifod is a very ancient settlement and many of the surrounding hills are topped with earthworks of the Bronze Age and the Roman periods. The village church is dedicated to Saint Tysilio & Saint Mary and is late medieval. A detailed description and a map enable each walk to be followed without difficulty.