The Ear Of The Hippo

Young, John Dendy

Quickfox Publishing

What do parents do when they suspect or discover that their child has been abused? This practical, no-nonsense handbook guides parents each step of the way, covering topics such as the signs of abuse; which children are most at risk; paedophiles and the grooming process; online predators and cyber bullying; addressing the problem if you suspect or find out about abuse; supporting your child emotionally and practically - what to say and do, and what not; the legal process; and preparing for court. Bruna includes the Sexual Offences Act and the Children's Act so that you'll know the child's rights and what you can expect from the legal system in South Africa. She has also included helpful resources at the end. By reading this book and understanding how paedophiles groom children, you can help to keep your children safer. Written simply and without undue melodrama, Bruna Dessena gives it to you straight. This book is highly recommended for all adults who have children or who have to deal with children in the course of their work.

Every Parent's Nightmare: A Practical Guide for Dealing with Child Abuse

Politics & Social Sciences

Dessena, Bruna

Sociology

Living in Two Worlds: Addressing Humanity’s Greatest Challenge

McCallum, Ian

Michler, Ian

Social Sciences

Running Alone is the unique life story of legendary South African long-distance runner Jackie Mekler. Heart-wrenching in parts, Jackie’s story unfolds to reveal a man imbibed with a fiercely competitive spirit that carried him through the often harsh experiences in an era when the first glimmerings of medical and scientific advances in the sport were emerging. That indomitable spirit coupled with his passion for running saw Jackie win five of the eleven 90km Comrades Marathons in which he competed. Unbeknown to him at the time, his self-taught ability to focus his mind on the end result was a discipline that today is recognised as visualisation, a powerful tool used by leading coaches and sportsmen and women internationally. A man who loves his privacy, he nevertheless has the ability to share a host of amusing anecdotes covering his early life, his experiences in the print industry that ended in heartbreak, and his escape to the country where he and his family enjoyed a bucolic lifestyle on his farm aptly named Camperdown. Jackie provides unique insights into the challenges that arose in many of the local and international races in which he competed, quoting media reports to provide independent opinions. Much of the where, how, and why in this work is taken directly from the detailed diaries he has maintained throughout his running career. During his many years as a long-distance runner, Jackie competed in 403 races of under standard marathon distance; 41 standard marathons (won 14) in South Africa, Canada (Empire Games), England, Scotland, Greece and Finland; and 32 ultra marathons (won 13, including Comrades, Pieter Korkie and London to Brighton). He set new world records in many of these events. Jackie also set world records on the track for 30, 40 and 50 miles running against the clock. His narrative adds substantial value to the broad long-distance running community, from those runners taking their first tentative steps on the road, to middle-of-the-field competitors and elite athletes at the pinnacle of their game. Running Alone is Jackie’s magnum opus. It was 45 years in the making.

Running Alone: The Autobiography of Long-distance Runner Jackie Mekler

Mekler, Jackie

Biographies & Memoirs

The combination of an increasing crime rate and staggering rape and gender-based violence statistics in South Africa has clearly defined the need for a book that not only empowers and encourages women to acknowledge their capabilities, but shows them how to defend themselves. The South African Woman's Guide to Self-Defence is such a book. In this book you will learn how to: <ul> <li>identify potentially dangerous situations and how you can avoid them;</li> <li>identify patterns/styles of attack and understand the best defence response for each pattern;</li> <li>identify opportunities to defend yourself should you be compromised;</li> <li>identify and use vulnerable body target areas onto which to apply your techniques;</li> <li>identify and change your own limiting beliefs and mental programming concerning your rights and capabilities;</li> <li>implement easy, yet highly effective self-defence techniques.</li> </ul> Aimed at every woman, regardless of fitness level, age or physical ability, the authoritative text, step-by-step instructions and 250 full-colour photographs clearly demonstrate the various techniques and make learning self-defence easy. Author Sanette Smit - an 8th Dan Black Belt in karate and South Africa's leading self-defence expert - has, along with her team, empowered more than 350,000 women and girls in these techniques during the course of her 30-year, self-defence career. "Yes, there is something women can do to drastically increase their chances of preventing a rape attack; and, no, women are not as weak and helpless as they think they are - they simply need to be taught how to defend themselves. This includes adopting the respective mind shift necessary for effective self-defence." - Sanette Smit "All indications are that a woman who can defend herself and make informed choices in difficult situations is better placed to avoid rape than one who is not. Sanette Smit has a long history of empowering women to take control, defend themselves and make informed choices." - Carol Bower, Past Director of Rape Crisis Cape Town "All indications are that a woman who can defend herself and make informed choices in difficult situations is better placed to avoid rape than one who is not. Sanette Smit has a long history of empowering women to take control, defend themselves and make informed choices." - Carol Bower, Past Director of Rape Crisis Cape Town "... the time has come for women and men to take collective responsibility to end the scourge of violence against women and ensure that women are free. To achieve significant change, there needs to be a fundamental shift in attitudes and behavior, which will take time. While we work towards this change, women are encouraged to empower themselves. The one thing we can do is to become aware of how to prevent rape and assault happening to us as individuals. Sanette Smit has a passion for empowering women to take control, make informed choices and become aware of how to defend themselves in various situations." - Chantel Cooper, Past Director of Rape Crisis Cape Town "After attending one of Smitti's [Sanette Smit's] brilliant self-defence workshops, I felt empowered as a woman, more aware and more confident in averting certain dangerous situations. While teaching self-defence, Smitti reminds women of their inner strength and beauty, and urges them to realize their powers and identify those important intuitive feelings that they so often ignore." - Kathy Rath, Rape survivor

The South African Women's Guide to Self-Defence

Smit, Sanette

Sports & Outdoors

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