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  The National Road - Dispatches...

  Tom Zoellner

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  This collection of "eloquent essays that examine the relationship between the American landscape and the national character" serves to remind us that despite our differences we all belong to the same land (Publishers Weekly). 
   
   
   
  What does it mean when a nation accustomed to moving begins to settle down, when political discord threatens unity, and when technology disrupts traditional ways of building communities? Is a shared soil enough to reinvigorate a national spirit? 
   
   
   
  From the embaattled newsrooms of small town newspapers to the pornography film sets of the Los Angeles basin, from the check–out lanes of Dollar General to the holy sites of Mormonism, from the nation's highest peaks to the razed remains of a cherished home, like a latter–day Woody Guthrie, Tom Zoellner takes to the highways and byways of a vast land in search of the soul of its people. 
   
   
   
  By turns nostalgic and probing, incisive and enraged, Zoellner's reflections reveal a nation divided by faith, politics, and shifting economies, but—more importantly—one united by a shared sense of ownership in the common land.

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  A Question of Standing - The...

  Rhodri Jeffreys-Jones

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  The mission of the CIA has always been intelligence. Seventy-five years ago, in the year of its creation, the National Security Act gave the agency, uniquely in world history up to that point, a democratic mandate to pursue that mission of intelligence. It gave the CIA a special standing in the conduct of United States foreign relations. That standing diminished when successive American presidents ordered the CIA to exceed its original mission. When they tasked the agency secretly to overthrow democratic governments, the United States lost its international standing, and its command of a majority in the United Nations General Assembly. Such dubious operations, even the government's embrace of assassination and torture, did not diminish the standing of the CIA in United States public opinion. However, domestic interventions did. CIA spying on domestic protesters led to tighter congressional oversight from the 1970s on. 
   
   
   
  A Question of Standing offers a balanced narrative and perspective on recognizable episodes in the CIA's history. Famous incidents include the Bay of Pigs invasion, the War on Terror, 9/11, the weapons of mass destruction deception, the Iran estimate of 2007, the assassination of Osama bin Laden, and Fake News. The book also defends the CIA's exposure of foreign meddling in United States elections.

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  Fatal Abstraction - Why the...

  Darryl Campbell

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  Software was supposed to radically improve society. Outdated mechanical systems would be easily replaced; social media platforms like Facebook would bring people together; and generative AI would solve the world’s greatest ills. Yet in practice, few of the systems we looked to with such high hopes have lived up to their fundamental mandate. In fact, in too many cases they've made things worse. How did we get to this point? 
   
   
   
  In Fatal Abstraction, Darryl Campbell explains that the problem is "managerial software": programs created and overseen not by engineers but by professional managers with only the most superficial knowledge of technology itself. 
   
   
   
  A former tech worker himself, Campbell shows how managerial software fails, and when it does what sorts of disastrous consequences ensue, from the Boeing 737 MAX crashes to a deadly self-driving car to PowerPoint propaganda, and beyond. Yet just because the tech industry is currently breaking its core promise does not mean the industry cannot change. Campbell argues that the solution is tech workers with actual expertise establishing industry-wide principles of ethics and safety that corporations would be forced to follow. Fatal Abstraction is a stirring rebuke of the tech industry's current managerial excesses, and also a hopeful glimpse of what a world shaped by good software can offer.

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  Fungi Wonders: Transforming Our...

  Thatcher Wrenwood

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  Fungi Wonders: Transforming Our World and Minds 
  Looking to delve into the captivating realm of fungi and understand how they are revolutionizing our world and influencing our minds? 
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  Our guide distinguishes itself through comprehensive coverage, essential for grasping the full scope of fungi’s influence. Concepts aren't merely skimmed; they are explored with precision. 
  Please note that this guide is an independent resource designed for your benefit and is not affiliated with any official entity. 
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  Journey to Healing: Seven...

  Alaric Stonewood

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  Journey to Healing: Seven Inspiring Tales of Emotional Triumph 
  Embark on a transformative voyage through the pages of this powerful audiobook as you explore seven remarkable stories of emotional resilience and healing. Whether you're looking to deepen your self-awareness or seeking inspiration for your own journey of growth, this collection is your perfect companion. 
  Discover strength and healing through remarkable journeys, offering all the insights you need to embrace emotional triumph. 
  Your search ends here! 
  This audiobook serves as your ultimate guide to understanding, applying skills, and engaging with hands-on experiences that foster healing and personal growth. Through this journey, you are set for success. 
  Updated to reflect the latest insights and healing strategies. 
  Key highlights of this enriching audiobook include: 
  - Profound insights into emotional resilience and healing 
  - Detailed explanations of personal growth and self-discovery 
  - Effective strategies for overcoming emotional challenges 
  Our audiobook stands out through its in-depth and comprehensive exploration of each tale, ensuring that concepts are thoroughly examined and understood. 
  Please note that this resource is purely an independent guide for your benefit, without affiliations to any official health entities. 
  With a clear structure and simple language, our journey to healing ensures smooth transitions between stories. Say goodbye to complexity and welcome clarity, precision, and inspiration. 
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  Blockchain - Demystifying...

  Jasper Donovan

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  Are you interested in innovative technology redefining industries and how we conduct business? Look nowhere else! We are pleased to provide "Blockchain: Demystifying Blockchain Technology- A Comprehensive Guide to Decentralized Systems." This thorough book delves into the blockchain world, explaining its complexities and its numerous uses. 
  Blockchain technology has swept the world, and its influence is only growing. In this book, we explore blockchain's components, consensus mechanisms, cryptography, and security to reveal its inner workings. We explore the possible uses of blockchain in the financial, healthcare, supply chain management, and other sectors, emphasizing practical use examples that demonstrate its disruptive potential. 
  Imagine a society where business transactions are open, safe, and effective. Blockchain makes this world attainable. Learn how blockchain may promote trust in many sectors, increase transparency, and streamline procedures. Learn about blockchain's difficulties and restrictions while exploring prospective advancements that could influence its future. This book covers everything from scalability to privacy, governance to interoperability.

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