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  White Pine - The Natural and...

  John Pastor

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  America was built on white pine. From the 1600s through the Civil War and beyond, it was used to build the nation's ships and houses, barns, and bridges. Yet this popularity came at a cost: by the end of the nineteenth century, clear cutting had decimated much of America's white pine forests. In White Pine, ecologist and writer John Pastor takes listeners on walk through history, connecting the white pine forests that remain today to a legacy of destruction and renewal. 
   
   
   
  Since the clear-cutting era, naturalists, foresters, and scientists have taken up the quest to restore the great white pine forests. White Pine follows this centuries-long endeavor, illuminating how the efforts shaped Americans' understanding of key scientific ideas, from forest succession to the importance of fire. Pastor shows us why restoring the vitality of these forests has not been simple: a host of other creatures depend on white pine and white pine depends on them. In weaving together cultural and natural history, White Pine celebrates the way humans are connected to the forest—and to the larger natural world. 
   
   
   
  Today, white pine forests have begun to recover, but face the growing threat of climate change. White Pine shows us that hope for healthy forests lies in understanding the lessons of history, so that iconic species survives.

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  From Odessa With Love -...

  Vladislav Davidzon

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  The Tashkent-born Russian-American literary critic, editor, essayist, and journalist Vladislav Davidzon has been covering post-Soviet Ukraine for the past ten years, a tumultuous time for that country and the surrounding world. The 2014 "Revolution of Dignity" heralded a tremendous transformation of Ukrainian politics and society that has continued to ripple and reverberate throughout the world. 
   
   
   
  In late 2015, a year and a half after the 2014 Revolution swept away the presidency of the Moscow-leaning kleptocratic President Viktor Yanukovich, Davidzon and his wife founded a literary journal, The Odessa Review, focusing on newly emergent trends in film, literature, painting, design, and fashion. The journal became an East European cultural institution, publishing outstanding writers in the region and beyond. From his vantage point as a journalist and editor, Davidzon came to observe events and know many of the leading figures in Ukrainian politics and culture, and to write about them for a Western audience. Davidzon later found himself in the center of world events as he became a United States government witness in the Ukraine scandal that shook the presidency of Donald Trump. This eagerly anticipated debut tells the real story of what happened in Ukraine from the keen and resilient perspective of an observer at its center.

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  The Shadow Influencers - How to...

  Halbert Ward

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  Break Free From Hidden Manipulation and Toxic Influence – Reclaim Your Life and Power! 
  Do you ever feel controlled or manipulated in relationships but can't pinpoint how? 
  Have you been gaslit, guilt-tripped, or love-bombed, leaving you confused and exhausted? 
  Are you ready to eliminate toxic people from your life and regain your inner strength? 
  We've all felt it, haven't we? That sneaky feeling like someone's playing mind games with us. One minute, they're all sunshine and rainbows, and the next, we're left questioning our own sanity. Maybe it's a friend, a partner, or even someone we work with. They seem so great on the outside, but deep down, there's a hidden darkness. You try to fight it, but before you know it, you're feeling exhausted and helpless. Trust me, you're not alone. A lot of us are going through this silent battle. 
  In The Shadow Influencers, you'll learn all about the sneaky tricks these people use to control us, from gaslighting to love bombing. And the best part? You'll discover how to protect yourself from their mind games. This book is packed with tips and tricks to help you spot manipulation and break free from it. You'll regain your confidence and learn how to cut these toxic people out of your life for good. 
  Some people might believe that manipulation is harmless or something they can handle on their own. But toxic relationships drain your energy, shatter your confidence, and keep you from living your best life. The Shadow Influencers will guide you through understanding, resisting, and eliminating these harmful influences for good. Don’t let silent manipulators control your future. 
  Order your copy of The Shadow Influencers today and start taking back control of your life!

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  Self-Publishing - A guide to...

  Emma Rosen

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  You’ve written a book...what next? 
  Publishing your own book can be a daunting process. At each complex stage you need to make creative and business decisions to make the most out of your work. 
  Self-Publishing takes you through each part of the process, including editing, design, formatting, publishing options and marketing. With clear explanations and practical tips, this book makes publishing your book easier and more enjoyable. 
  Whether you’re new to self-publishing or an established indie author looking for new ways to promote your work, there is something in this book for you.

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  Stakeknife's Dirty War - The...

  Richard O'Rawe

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  Freddie Scappaticci was born in 1946 and raised in a deeply nationalist area of Belfast. When the Troubles broke out in 1969, he joined the Provisional IRA, where he quickly rose through the ranks, becoming commander of Belfast in 1984. 
   
  From the outside, Scappaticci appeared to be a dedicated volunteer, but inwardly, he had become disenchanted with the IRA and, in 1977, he started working for British intelligence. At the same time, he took up a leading role in a newly formed IRA Internal Security Unit (ISU), aka ‘The Nutting Squad’. He personally executed two suspected informers and condemned at least thirty-seven more to death. 
   
  Was he the serial killer that history portrays him? Undoubtedly. But it’s not that simple, because every time he passed the death penalty on an informer, he told his British intelligence handlers about the intended execution, giving them the opportunity to prevent the killing. 
   
  Did the tasking and co-ordinating group, the primary British intelligence organisation in Northern Ireland during the troubles, aid and abet the IRA in the mass-murder of British citizens? That is the question Richard O’Rawe poses in Stakeknife’s Dirty War. But O’Rawe goes further: he lays out a very compelling case that points to the TCGs running the IRA’s war from the mid-1980s to the 1994 ceasefire. Such was the British intelliegence penetration of the IRA, that Freddie Scappaticci, aka ‘Stakeknife’, was in control of all IRA operations in the Belfast Brigade area. This book will shock readers, and cause them to reevaluate everything they formerly held to be true about Stakeknife’s dirty war in Ireland.

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  The Atomic Alchemist - J Robert...

  Davis Truman

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  In "The Atomic Alchemist: J. Robert Oppenheimer and the Birth of the Nuclear Age," we embark on a captivating journey through the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures of the 20th century. This meticulously researched and thought-provoking book delves into the fascinating story of Oppenheimer's role in the development of the atomic bomb, the unprecedented power it unleashed, and the profound ethical questions it raised. 
  From Oppenheimer's early years as a brilliant physicist to his pivotal leadership in the Manhattan Project, this book chronicles his journey through creating the underground Los Alamos laboratory, where exceptional minds collaborated under intense pressure to build a weapon of unimaginable destruction. Gain a front-row seat as scientific breakthroughs lead to the splitting of the atom, and the world stands on the precipice of a new era. 
  "The Atomic Alchemist" goes beyond scientific advancements and dives deep into the moral dilemmas faced by Oppenheimer. Explore the inner conflicts he grappled with as he confronted the immense power of the atomic bomb and the catastrophic consequences it could bring. Witness the haunting moments of the Trinity test, the first atomic explosion, and the aftermath of the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, forever changing the course of history. 
  "The Atomic Alchemist" is an engaging and enlightening exploration of the birth of the nuclear age. It examines Oppenheimer's complex legacy, from his entanglement with political suspicion during the Red Scare to his enduring advocacy for arms control and international cooperation. It serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring questions surrounding the responsible use of science and the quest for a peaceful world.

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