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  Inclusive Transportation - A...

  Veronica O. Davis, Tamika L. Butler

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  Transportation planners, engineers, and policymakers in the United States face the monumental task of righting the wrongs of their predecessors while charting the course for the next generation. This task requires empathy while pushing against forces in the industry that are resistant to change. How do you change a system that was never designed to be equitable? How do you change a system that continues to divide communities? 
   
   
   
  In Inclusive Transportation, transportation expert Veronica O. Davis shines a light on the inequitable and often destructive practice of transportation planning and engineering. She calls for new thinking and more diverse leadership to create transportation networks that connect people to jobs, education, opportunities, and to each other. Inclusive Transportation is a vision for change and a new era of transportation planning. Davis explains why centering people in transportation decisions requires a great shift in how transportation planners and engineers are trained, how they communicate, the kind of data they collect, and how they work as professional teams. 
   
   
   
  Davis aims to disrupt the status quo of the transportation industry. She urges transportation professionals to reflect on past injustices and elevate current practice to do the hard work that results in more than an idea and a catchphrase.

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  Cat Tales - A History

  Jerry D. Moore

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  Feared, revered, respected, and beloved, cats have left an indelible paw print on the histories and civilizations of humankind. Over the last two million years, cats and people have interacted in diverse and unexpected ways, but the predecessors of today's furry friends were predators, not pets. 
   
  Leading anthropologist Jerry Moore charts the cat's path from deadly enemy to improbable roommate. Moore journeys through our complicated history with these charismatic creatures. He travels along the Nile and across the Mediterranean, sailing on to South America, exploring pet cemeteries, cat mummies, and exquisite statuary across continents and centuries. 
   
  This book surveys our relationships with cats from the Paleolithic period to the present day, unlocking the mysteries of these remarkable creatures. While cats are now beloved members of families around the world, our attempts to bring cats in from the cold have not always had happy endings, as Moore explores through such famous feline fanciers as Joe Exotic, Siegfried Fischbacher, and Roy Horn. From incredible archaeological finds to cave paintings, and from classical statues to contemporary social media, Cat Tales surveys ancient and modern interactions between humans and cats, wild and domestic, to ask a simple question: who domesticated who?

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  Fun Short Stories for Seniors...

  Tenlee Graham

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  Celebrate the Unconditional Love, Laughter, and Memories That Pets Bring to Your Life 
  Is there anything better than coming home to your pet’s enthusiastic welcome, their wagging tail or happy purr reminding you that you are their whole world? 
  Are you a senior who can’t imagine life without your furry, feathered, or scaly companion? Perhaps you’ve always been an advocate for animals, appreciating their intelligence, empathy, and unwavering companionship. 
  If so, you’re in good company! Over 55% of adults over 50 have pets, and most consider them family. 
  Beyond companionship, pets provide numerous health benefits—reducing stress, improving mood, and even helping us sleep better. Studies show that dogs and cats sense our emotions, offering extra cuddles when we need them most. 
  But the real magic of pets isn’t just their ability to comfort us—it’s their endless ability to surprise and entertain us. Flip through your camera roll, and you’ll likely find countless hilarious moments starring your four-legged (or finned or winged) best friend. 
  This book celebrates the quirky, loving, and sometimes baffling things pets do when they think no one is watching! Designed to delight seniors, these stories bring joy, nostalgia, and laughter. 
  Inside, you’ll find: 
  ✔ 48 heartwarming and hilarious pet stories—from mischievous “thieves” to mysterious moonlit adventures. 
  ✔ 12 chapters featuring different species—including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and even sea creatures! 
  ✔ Fun trivia after every chapter—engage your memory and share these stories with friends. 
  ✔ Short, entertaining real-life anecdotes—perfect for a quick laugh or a cozy moment by the fire. 
  ✔ Fascinating facts about unique pets—from fun-loving ferrets to gravity-defying sugar gliders. 
  And so much more! 
  Whether you’re out enjoying a walk with your pet or curled up with them on a quiet evening, this book reminds you of what you already know=Pets are one of life’s greatest gifts.

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  I Manifest Success And Wealth In...

  Laxmi Jangid

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  Introducing the 'Success & Wealth Manifestation Journal' – your personal guide to unlocking abundance and prosperity. Dive into a transformative journey where each page is a canvas for your dreams. With prompts, affirmations, and goal-setting exercises, this journal empowers you to align your mindset with success. Start scripting your success story today and manifest the wealth you desire. The journey begins on paper, Audiobook paving the way for a life of prosperity.

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  Prepare Your Home for a Sudden...

  Ted Riley

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  You can stockpile all the rice you like... but do you know how you're going to cook it if you're without power for months on end? 
  If the power grid fails, it’s not just your lights that go out. It’s your water supply. It’s your heating and cooling system. It’s all your usual ways of cooking food or doing the laundry. 
  Without the grid, life as we know it changes in an instant. 
  Are you prepared for that? 
  In this audiobook, you’ll discover:The most likely causes of a grid-down situation -- and how they’ll affect your familyGrid-down cooking options (you’ll be amazed by how many ways there are to feed your family a delicious hot meal without your cooker)A full range of emergency backup solutions you can fall back on if you’re currently totally reliant on the gridWhat to do when cash means nothing -- think outside the box to make sure your family thrivesThe ultimate guide to making sure your family has access to clean, safe water (no matter what’s going on outside)Exactly what you can do to stay healthy and well when the toilet won’t flush, the washing machine’s useless, and a long hot bath is out of the questionA clear breakdown of your off-grid power options -- so you can plan now for any unexpected eventEasy DIY projects you can work through right now to sharpen your skills and prepare for the worst 
  And much more. 
  If you thought your stash of canned beans and laundry supplies was enough to see you through an emergency, think again. It’s a great start… but have you thought about how you’re going to cook those beans? Do you know how you’re going to wash your clothes? 
  Being prepared is about more than stocking up. It’s about thinking outside the box and learning essential survival skills.

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  Even More Ketchup than Salsa -...

  Joe Cawley

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  A must-read reality check for anybody who has ever pondered making a new life abroad 
  "Pure enjoyment!" 
  "Another corker from Mr Cawley" 
  "Couldn't put it down. Made me happy, made me sad, made me happy some more. Really, really good book. Can't wait for the next installment!" 
  "Funny, emotional and identifiable, loved every minute..." 
  The first six months of running the Smugglers Tavern had been a baptism of fire. The subsequent years were about as much fun as bobbing for apples in a vat of acid. 
  Having swapped the tin roof of a cold British fish market for the sunny skies of Tenerife, one of Spain's holiday islands, Joe and Joy succeeded in thwarting the first wave of attacks from bungling bureaucrats, bewildered holidaymakers and their own spectacular ineptitude. 
  What they didn’t realise was that their enemies were regrouping. Not only that, but those enemies had made camp a lot closer to home, enemies that would make their encounters with exploding gas bottles, East European squatters and big-time Charlies seem like chapters from a children's picture book. 
  Dreams are shattered, relationships left in tatters and sanity is tested in this prize-winning travel and humour memoir in this revelation about what it's really like when you try to make a better life for yourself overseas.Recent reviews..."Beautifully observed, laugh-out-loud funny in parts and heartbreakingly emotional in others. If you've ever lived abroad, particularly in Spain, this book has something in it for you.""Hilarious all the way through and tinged with the slightest of sadness in parts.""The humour reminds me a lot of Deric Longden's equally poignant books and plays, especially the bits about Joe's gran and Buster the cat. Would make a great film.""Loved this book! Laughed and cried... Honest and compelling read."

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