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  Dogfight - How Apple and Google...

  Fred Vogelstein

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  Behind the bitter rivalry between Apple and Google—and how it's reshaping the way we think about technologyThe rise of smartphones and tablets has altered the industry of making computers. At the center of this change are Apple and Google, two companies whose philosophies, leaders, and commercial acumen have steamrolled the competition. In the age of Android and the iPad, these corporations are locked in a feud that will play out not just in the mobile marketplace but in the courts and on screens around the world.     Fred Vogelstein has reported on this rivalry for more than a decade and has rare access to its major players. In Dogfight, he takes us into the offices and board rooms where company dogma translates into ruthless business; behind outsize personalities like Steve Jobs, Apple's now-lionized CEO, and Eric Schmidt, Google's executive chairman; and inside the deals, lawsuits, and allegations that mold the way we communicate. Apple and Google are poaching each other's employees. They bid up the price of each other's acquisitions for spite, and they forge alliances with major players like Facebook and Microsoft in pursuit of market dominance.Dogfight reads like a novel: vivid nonfiction with never-before-heard details. This is more than a story about what devices will replace our cell phones and laptops. It's about who will control the content on those devices and where that content will come from—about the future of media and the Internet in Silicon Valley, New York, and Hollywood.

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  Oil Beach - How Toxic...

  Christina Dunbar-Hester

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  Can the stories of bananas, whales, sea birds, and otters teach us to reconsider the seaport as a place of ecological violence, tied to oil, capital, and trade? 
    
  San Pedro Bay, which contains the contiguous Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, is a significant site for petroleum shipping and refining as well as one of the largest container shipping ports in the world—some forty percent of containerized imports to the United States pass through this so-called America’s Port. It is also ecologically rich. Built atop a land- and waterscape of vital importance to wildlife, the heavily industrialized Los Angeles Harbor contains estuarial wetlands, the LA River mouth, and a marine ecology where colder and warmer Pacific Ocean waters meet. In this compelling interdisciplinary investigation, award-winning author Christina Dunbar-Hester explores the complex relationships among commerce, empire, environment, and the nonhuman life forms of San Pedro Bay over the last fifty years—a period coinciding with the era of modern environmental regulation in the United States. The LA port complex is not simply a local site, Dunbar-Hester argues, but a node in a network that enables the continued expansion of capitalism, propelling trade as it drives the extraction of natural resources, labor violations, pollution, and other harms. Focusing specifically on cetaceans, bananas, sea birds, and otters whose lives are intertwined with the vitality of the port complex itself, Oil Beach reveals how logistics infrastructure threatens ecologies as it circulates goods and capital—and helps us to consider a future where the accumulation of life and the accumulation of capital are not in violent tension.

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  Rum Rebels - A Celebration of...

  Martyna Halas, René van Hoven

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  Gender equality—sip by sip. “An essential book, which shows that women are taking an increasingly important place in the world of rum.” —Rum PorterOnce known as a sailor’s drink, rum has matured into a refined spirit. In some Caribbean countries, rum is offered as a libation to the gods. In others, it is aged and savored on the rocks. But in the most magical places, rum is distilled by women. Inside Rum Rebels, you’ll find personal anecdotes from master blenders, fabulous recipes for artisan rum cocktails, and the inside scoop on the magic behind Appleton, Zacapa, Cachaça Maria Izabel, Brugal, and more.A pirate staple, rum has been the drink of rebels since the Old World. Now, there’s a new generation of rebels—the business women curating the taste of today’s best rum companies.  Part rum cocktail book, part ode to feminism, Rum Rebels is a story of female empowerment in a traditionally male-dominated industry. Looking at more than a dozen rum distilleries, each chapter of Rum Rebels profiles women in leadership, their rum, and the perfect cocktail pairing.Learn how rum is made. Alongside women leaders and pioneers, this worldwide master class explores everything from palates to aging, providing first-hand stories from today’s leading rum distilleries. Whether a beginner or a seasoned rum enthusiast, Rum Rebels is the perfect read for anyone curious about the craft of rum distilling, artisan cocktails, or female leaders in history.Grab a copy to learn how: At Appleton, Joy Spence becomes the first female master blenderAt Zacapa, Lorena Vasquez adorns her bottles with hand crafted palm leaves by Guatemalan womenAnd more

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  Taxes for Small Businesses 2023...

  Nicholas Regan

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  First-time business owners: Don’t file your taxes until you’ve read this book twice. 
  If you want to get a handle on taxes for your small business, then this guide may help you save over 100 hours per year in administrative work. 
  That’s if you’re one in 3 small businesses that spend more than two workweeks just on federal taxes, according to survey data from the US National Small Business Association (NSBA). 
  The problem is taxes tend to appear complicated and difficult to navigate. 
  You may have been warned that you need a CPA to hold your hand… or that you should just let someone take care of your taxes for you completely. 
  And though it may be helpful to consult with a tax professional… the truth is managing taxes for your small businesses is much easier than you think. 
  All you need are proven tactics and strategies to help you minimize your taxes and maximize the amount of hard-earned money you get to keep. 
  In this book, you’ll discover:What exactly S Corps are, and the tax savings you can gain from this kind of taxationWhat qualifies for business travel deductions, and what you can’t includeLittle-known taxes that affect lots of business ownersHow small business owners can earn more by paying themselves a lower wageHow to leverage your investments to limit your taxes, and the 5 different “tax flavors” that can apply to your investment accounts 
  And much more! 
  The choice is yours. 
  You can keep watching your tax bill grow bigger every year without understanding why… or you can conquer all the ins and outs of small business taxes and legally lower your tax bill.  
  Get ready to finally catch a real tax break for your business.

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  Urban Economics and Policy - The...

  Lyric Vale

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  Cities are complex economic organisms, pulsing with intricate networks of human activity, capital flow, and systemic interactions that define our modern social landscapes. In the dynamic realm of urban economics, every street corner, housing development, and land transaction tells a story of economic forces, policy decisions, and human aspirations that collectively shape the growth, opportunity, and challenges of urban environments. This comprehensive exploration delves into the multifaceted world of Urban Economics, Housing and Urban Policy, and Urban Land Markets—revealing the sophisticated economic mechanisms that transform cities from mere geographical locations into vibrant, evolving economic ecosystems. 
  The narrative of urban economic development is a profound journey through the intersections of policy, market dynamics, and human potential. By examining the strategic frameworks that govern urban land use, housing accessibility, economic development, and spatial economic patterns, this book uncovers the hidden economic architectures that determine how cities grow, prosper, and respond to changing social and economic pressures. Readers will navigate through the complex terrain of urban economic theory and practice, exploring how local and national policies, real estate markets, infrastructure investments, and global economic trends interact to create the economic DNA of our urban environments. From understanding land valuation and housing affordability to analyzing the economic implications of urban design and development, this exploration offers a comprehensive lens into the economic forces that continually reshape our urban landscapes.

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  Work from Home Hacks - A Guide...

  Trevor Tamboline

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  Work from Home Hacks: A Guide to Remote Work Success. Learn How to Achieve Work-Life Balance and Boost Your Productivity While Working from HomeIn recent years, remote work has become increasingly popular. With the global pandemic in 2020, many companies and employees were forced to quickly adapt to working from home. Working from home has numerous advantages, including greater flexibility, no commuting, and more control over your environment. However, it also presents some unique challenges, such as distractions from family members, difficulty separating work and home life, and the need to self-motivate.This audiobook is packed with practical tips and actionable advice for staying focused, motivated, and successful while working from home. From creating a productive workspace to developing healthy habits and routines, "Work From Home Hack" offers a wealth of insights and strategies for making the most of your work-from-home setup. You'll learn how to manage your time effectively, stay organized and focused, and maintain a healthy work-life balance - all while enjoying the freedom and flexibility of remote work.This audiobook will cover the following topics:- Introduction to Remote Work- Creating a Productive Workspace- Time Management and Organization- Self-Motivation and Discipline- Communication and Collaboration- Self-Care and Wellness- Overcoming Common Productivity Challenges- Future of Remote Work- And many more!If you want to learn more, scroll up and click “add to cart” now!

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