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  The Passenger: California

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  The best new writing, photography, art, and reportage from and about California—in the “rich and engrossing” series for travelers and armchair travelers (Times Literary Supplement). 
   
  From the Gold Rush to Hollywood’s golden age to the rise of Silicon Valley, California has long stood as the brightest symbol of the American dream. In recent years, however, the country’s mainstream media has been declaring with increasing frequency—and thinly veiled schadenfreude—the “end of California as we know it.” 
   
  The pessimists point to rising inequality, racial tensions, and the impact of climate change as evidence that the Californian dream has been shattered. Between extreme heat, months-long droughts, devastating wildfires, and rising sea levels, looking at California is like watching the trailer for what awaits the world if we don’t act to reduce global warming. Faced with these pressures, more and more Californians are leaving the state, leading to an unprecedented decline in population that could change the cultural and political balance of power in the country at large. 
   
  That said, demographic decline and climate disasters don’t tell the whole story of one of the most dynamic and diverse states in the Union—one that continues to drive technological and political innovation and define the evolution of work, food, entertainment, and social relations. This volume offers a fascinating picture of California in all its complexity and contradictions—an attempt to understand the laboratory where much of the world’s future continues to be written—with pieces including: 
   
  Growing Uncertainty in the Central Valley by Anna Wiener • How Does It Feel to Be a Solution? by Vanessa Hua • The Burning of Paradise by Mark Arax • Plus: direct democracy and unsustainable development, the rise of the “land back” movement, the cultural renaissance of Los Angeles in defiance of rampant gentrification, and much more . . .  
   
  “The Passenger readers will find none of the typical travel guide sections on where to eat or what sights to see. Consider the books, rather, more like a literary vacation.” —Publishers Weekly

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  Immaculate - How the Steelers...

  Tom O’Lenic, Ray Hartjen

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  Ahead of this year’s 50th anniversary of the National Football League’s most unforgettable play, Steelers Hall of Famer Franco Harris’ “Immaculate Reception,'' comes the book Immaculate: How the Steelers Saved Pittsburgh. Immaculate weaves together the historical stories of Pittsburgh and its beloved professional football team like the linear strands of DNA—antiparallel, twisting throughout, and irrevocably connected together. 

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  Aokigahara - Suicide Forest of...

  Daniel Turmoil

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  Aokigahara, also known as the sea of trees, is a forest on the flanks of Mount Fuji on the island of Honshu in Japan, spread over 30 square kilometres of rock hard lava which was laid down during the last major eruption of Mount Fuji in 864. The western edge of Aokigahara, where there are various caves that fill with ice in winter, is a popular destination for tourists. Parts of Aokigahara are very dense, and the porous lava rock absorbs sound, all adding to a sense of solitude that some visitors decide to be the perfect place to implement their final act.

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  KGB Man - The Cold War's Most...

  Cecil Kuhne

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  A thin, balding, and reclusive middle-aged Russian by the name of Rudolf Ivanovich Abel was one of the Soviet Union's most renowned spies during the Cold War of the 1950s . . . . until his cover was blown by an incompetent colleague who wanted to defect to the United States. This is the full account of Abel's espionage work, his dramatic apprehension, his eventual conviction and its affirmation by the United States Supreme Court, and finally, his surprising release back to Russia. 
   
   
   
  As the authorities hunted down Abel, the FBI had in hand his tools of trade but little else in the way of hard leads. After Abel was located, his modest hotel in Manhattan was staked out by the FBI for over a month before he was eventually arrested and tried for espionage. 
   
   
   
  After his conviction, Abel appealed his case to the Second Court of Appeals. His conviction was affirmed, and the case proceeded to the Supreme Court, which was sharply divided. 
   
   
   
  The cliffhanger facing Abel for the next several years was whether he would face the electric chair, remain in prison for the rest of his life, or be exchanged for an American spy held by the Russians. His fate remained in the balance.

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  Four Thousand Weeks: Book...

  Briefly Summaries

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of Four Thousand Weeks, by Oliver Burkeman.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Oliver Burkeman.
   
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  
   
  "Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals" is a transformative exploration of our relationship with time, urging readers to rethink traditional concepts of productivity and efficiency. Through insightful reflections and practical advice, the author delves into the paradoxes of time management, highlighting the limitations of our finite existence and encouraging a shift towards a more meaningful and intentional life. This book challenges the relentless pursuit of busyness and offers a compelling argument for embracing our mortality, simplifying our lives, and focusing on what truly matters.

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  The Intuitive Author - How to...

  Tiffany Yates Martin

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  “Tiffany's wise approach is one I wholeheartedly applaud.”—Jane Friedman, author of The Business of Being a Writer 
  “What Tiffany Yates Martin offers in The Intuitive Author is as practical as it is inspirational. Writers: This is a must-add title for your writing desk.”—Amy Jones, editor-in-chief of Writer’s Digest 
  “Filled to the brim with wisdom and tips every author needs to know.”—Amy Collins, literary agent, Talcott Notch 
  Creating a successful writing career in today’s complex, competitive publishing environment is like navigating a jungle with only a fountain pen and a dream. In an ever-changing industry where you’re expected to master both craft and business—juggling your writing with marketing demands, budget constraints, social media, and more—how do you maintain your passion and build a thriving writing career? 
  This is a survival manual for authors. 
  Whether you’re a beginning or established author, this indispensable guide gives you the tools to navigate an often difficult, demanding field and overcome the toughest challenges writers face: 
  ·      How to cope with rejection, criticism, and failure 
  ·      How to deal with impostor syndrome, comparison, and other writer demons 
  ·      How to stay motivated and produce your best work 
  ·      How to balance creativity and commerce How to take charge of your career when so much can feel out of your control 
  With compassion, humor, and insight drawn from decades working with thousands of best-selling, successful working authors, career book editor Tiffany Yates Martin empowers you to navigate the challenges of walking the author’s path, and shows you how to build a meaningful, rewarding, happier writing life.

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