Other books that might interest you

• 

  Unnatural Companions -...

  Peter Christie

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  We love our pets. Dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and other species have become an essential part of more families than ever before—in North America today, pets outnumber people. Pet owners are drawn to their animal companions through an innate desire to connect with other species. But there is a dark side to our domestic connection with animal life: the pet industry is contributing to a global conservation crisis for wildlife—often without the knowledge of pet owners. 
  In Unnatural Companions, journalist Peter Christie issues a call to action for pet owners. If we hope to reverse the alarming trend of wildlife decline, pet owners must acknowledge the pets-versus-conservation dilemma and concede that our well-fed and sheltered cats too often prey on small backyard wildlife and seemingly harmless reptiles released into the wild might be the next destructive invasive species. We want our pets to eat nutritionally healthy food, but how does the designer food we feed them impact the environment? 
  Christie's book is a cautionary tale to responsible pet owners about why we must change the ways we love and care for our pets. It concludes with the positive message that the small changes we make at home can foster better practices within the pet industry that will ultimately benefit our pets' wild brethren.

  Show book

• 

  Coming Together Coming Apart - A...

  Daniel Gordis

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  When Daniel Gordis, his wife, Elisheva, and their three young children abandoned a safe and comfortable home in Los Angeles to move halfway around the world and find a new life in Israel, the future looked bright. It was 1998, Ehud Barak had just been elected prime minister, and peace appeared to be only a few tough negotiations away. Two years later, hope had turned to terror, as the rattle of machine-gun fire perforated the night and the frightened, exhausted children clung desperately to their stuffed animals in fitful sleep, dreaming perhaps of the quiet, peaceful world they had left behind. In Coming Together, Coming Apart, Gordis tells a timely, relevant, and deeply personal tale that lays bare the complex problems of the seemingly intractable and often incomprehensible Israeli-Palestinian conflict, revealing how much is at stake and underscoring the toll the struggle takes on every human being it touches.

  Show book

• 

  My Guy Barbaro - A Jockey's...

  John Eisenberg, Edgar Prado

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  A new superstar appeared on the American sports landscape in the spring of 2006. Barbaro, a three-year-old racehorse, won the Kentucky Derby by the largest margin of victory in sixty years, stirring talk of a possible Triple Crown. But in the opening yards of the Preakness Stakes two weeks later, the magnificent animal suffered a catastrophic leg injury that ended his un-defeated career and left him fighting for his life.One of the world's top jockeys, Edgar Prado rode Barbaro to glory and then stood beside him for months as the horse valiantly struggled to survive. My Guy Barbaro is the true story of the dream that carried Prado from an impoverished childhood in Lima, Peru, to the winner's circles of the world's greatest racetracks—and is the heartwarming account of his love for a beautiful, talented, irreplaceable teammate.

  Show book

• 

  Bet Smart Win Big - The...

  Theo Henderson

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Welcome to "Bet Smart, Win Big: The Essential Guide to Poker Math," your passport to mastering one of the world's most captivating and intellectually stimulating card games. Whether you're a poker novice eager to learn the ropes or an experienced player striving to elevate your game, this book is your comprehensive roadmap to success. 
  Poker, often described as a game of skill and strategy, is intrinsically tied to mathematics. Understanding the numerical intricacies that underlie every poker decision is the key to becoming a formidable player. This book delves deep into the world of poker mathematics, unraveling complex concepts with clarity and precision.  
  You'll find a treasure trove of knowledge, from hand rankings and odds calculation to expected value and advanced mathematical strategies. We provide practical insights that will empower you to make better-informed decisions at the poker table, whether you're playing with friends, in local tournaments, or even aiming for the professional circuit.  
  Beyond the math, we explore essential aspects of poker psychology, bankroll management, and real-world applications of the concepts covered. "Bet Smart, Win Big" is not just a book; it's your trusted companion on your poker journey, offering the tools and strategies needed to gain an edge in this dynamic and competitive game.  
  So, whether you aspire to win big in high-stakes tournaments or simply enjoy friendly home games, this book equips you with the skills and knowledge to bet smart and emerge victorious. Join us on a voyage through the thrilling world of poker math and watch your game transform into a calculated and strategic endeavor. Prepare to sharpen your mind, enhance your poker prowess, and embark on a path to poker success like never before.

  Show book

• 

  Pilgrimage to Medina and...

  Sir Richard Francis Burton

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  In the 19th century, Sir Richard Francis Burton, Oxford-educated spy and adventurer became the first Englishman to enter the Muslim city of Mecca. Disguised as a dervish, Burton braved the harsh desert climate, Bedouin bandits, and the scrutiny of Muslim travelers to reach the forbidden city. He recorded his experiences in this book, a fascinating adventure of unique anthropological significance.

  Show book

• 

  You Can't Lose Them All - Tales...

  Sal Iacono, Jimmy Kimmel

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  In this informative and entertaining book, learn from Cousin Sal how not to gamble your life away -- along with many other life lessons -- so you don't have to learn the hard way.Over the last forty years, Cousin Sal has made bets with doctors, lawyers, teachers, agents, bookies, writers, comedians, radio DJs, tv producers, baseball players, front office executives, bandleaders, movie stars, publicists, weed lab owners, hedge fund operators, and even professional wrestlers. From his early days growing up in Brooklyn and Long Island flipping baseball cards to now hosting podcasts and TV shows and managing several offshore accounts we don't talk about, Cousin Sal has truly become the average American sports fan's go to source for gambling tips. So here's how not to do it . . .With hilarious tales of love and loss, winning and (a lot) of losing, crazy family and fatherhood, and a life saga that inspired the Phil Collins' song, "Against All Odds," Cousin Sal has now written THE Vegas super-system, MIT-algorithmic, sharp-approved book for how to gamble like a pro -- or at least not how not to go broke and lose your kids to Child Protective Services.

  Show book