Dangerous Jobs: The Adventurer's Guide to High-Risk Careers
By (Author) Abigail Gehring
Skyhorse Publishing
Skyhorse Publishing
12th May 2009
United States
General
Non Fiction
331.702
Paperback
224
Width 127mm, Height 191mm, Spine 130mm
342g
The success of A&Es hit series Deadliest Catch and Discovery Channels new reality show, The Worlds Toughest Jobs prove that Americans are fascinated with danger and the people who make it their livelihood. Here readers will find all the harrying details on dozens of the riskiest jobs on earth. Ever thought about becoming a bounty hunter Wondered how much bullfighters make Considered training lions or jumping out of helicopters into forest fires for some extra cash Did you know truck drivers have steered themselves into one of the most dangerous jobs in America Dangerous Jobs offers an entertaining and informational guide to employment for the truly adventurous soul.
Abigail R. Gehringis the author or editor of more than a dozen books includingBack to Basics,Homesteading,The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Country Living, andClassic Candy. She enjoys writing, gardening, experimenting in the kitchen, and spending time with family.She lives with her husband and two children in an 1800s farmstead they are restoring in Marlboro, Vermont.