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  Billion-Dollar Fish - The Untold...

  Kevin M. Bailey

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  Alaska pollock is everywhere. If you’re eating fish but you don’t know what kind it is, it’s almost certainly pollock. Prized for its generic fish taste, pollock masquerades as crab meat in california rolls and seafood salads, and it feeds millions as fish sticks in school cafeterias and Filet-O-Fish sandwiches at McDonald’s. That ubiquity has made pollock the most lucrative fish harvest in America—the fishery in the United States alone has an annual value of over one billion dollars. But even as the money rolls in, pollock is in trouble: in the last few years, the pollock population has declined by more than half, and some scientists are predicting the fishery’s eventual collapse. In Billion-Dollar Fish, Kevin M. Bailey combines his years of firsthand pollock research with a remarkable talent for storytelling to offer the first natural history of Alaska pollock. Crucial to understanding the pollock fishery, he shows, is recognizing what aspects of its natural history make pollock so very desirable to fish, while at the same time making it resilient, yet highly vulnerable to overfishing. Bailey delves into the science, politics, and economics surrounding Alaska pollock in the Bering Sea, detailing the development of the fishery, the various political machinations that have led to its current management, and, perhaps most important, its impending demise. He approaches his subject from multiple angles, bringing in the perspectives of fishermen, politicians, environmentalists, and biologists, and drawing on revealing interviews with players who range from Greenpeace activists to fishing industry lawyers. Seamlessly weaving the biology and ecology of pollock with the history and politics of the fishery, as well as Bailey’s own often raucous tales about life at sea, Billion-Dollar Fish is a book for every person interested in the troubled relationship between fish and humans, from the depths of the sea to the dinner plate.

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  Montenegro Travel Guide -...

  HowExpert, Svetlana Kralj

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  This step by step guide to explore Montenegro teaches: 
  • How to get to Montenegro 
  • Where the Eagle meets the mountain 
  • What is Wild Beauty 
  • Where is the sunniest city 
  • Why is Budva the pearl of Mediterranean 
  • How to explore the most beautiful fjord in Europe 
  • Which city is Lonely Planet’s #1 destination 
  • Where is Balkan Ibiza 
  • Why is Cetinje a city-museum 
  • Where is a Lake city of rock and blues 
  • How to explore the modern capital 
  • How to experience a mountain life 
  • How to explore marvelous nature 
  • Discover 5 National Parks 
  • Where is Sea Dance Festival 
  • Get to know the unseen nightlife 
  • How to explore best beaches 
  • How to Jeep safari in the mountain 
  • How Tara rafting will make adrenalin rush 
  • Where can you see fancy yachts 
  • Where was James Bond Casino Royal filmed 
  • Where to see real castles 
  • How to explore churches, monasteries, and culture 
  • What kind of cultural activities you can find 
  • Why is Montenegro a hidden gem 
  • What is typical Montenegrin food 
  • How to explore the fortresses 
  • Where to make a romantic escape 
  • The ideal vacation for a family with kids 
  • How to explore eco places and resorts 
  • Where are the best hotels 
  • How to travel on the budget 
  • How to call a taxi 
  • Where is your embassy 
  • And lot more 
  About The Expert 
  Svetlana Kralj (MA) is a Professor of Language and Literature, a writer, and author.She has many years of teaching experience in Language and Literature, high-level writing skills and both of her creative and scientific works were published.Svetlana is a passionate music lover, which resulted with a lot of traveling around the World to be a part of music events. 
  HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

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  Highest Duty - My Search for...

  Chesley B. Sullenberger, Jeffrey...

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  The inspirational autobiography of the hero pilot who landed a crippled flight in New York’s Hudson River—now a major motion picture starring Tom Hanks. 
   
  On January 15, 2009, the world witnessed a remarkable emergency landing when Captain “Sully” Sullenberger skillfully glided US Airways Flight 1549 onto the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 passengers and crew. His cool actions not only averted tragedy but made him a hero and an inspiration worldwide. His story is now a major motion picture from director/producer Clint Eastwood and stars Tom Hanks, Laura Linney and Aaron Eckhart. 
   
  Sully’s story is one of dedication, hope, and preparedness, revealing the important lessons he learned through his life, in his military service, and in his work as an airline pilot. It reminds us all that, even in these days of conflict, tragedy and uncertainty, there are values still worth fighting for—that life’s challenges can be met if we’re ready for them. 
   
  “His fascinating and deservedly praised memoir reflects on his childhood love for planes and an outstanding 42-year career as a pilot—as well as how he and his family coped with the onslaught of sudden celebrity.” —Publishers Weekly

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  Do Not Adjust Your Set - Volume 2

  Humphrey Barclay, Terry Jones,...

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  Do Not Adjust Your Set is a 60s comedy show comprised mostly of satirical sketches, often presented in a bizarre, surreal and disjointed manner- much like that of Monty Python, a succeeding show which several of the cast became part of. 
  An important Monty Python predecessor and arguably one of the finest children's sketch comedies ever produced, DNAYS is certainly something you do not want to miss... 
  This volume features a compilation of classic sketches from the show, including: 
  -King Lear-Musicians at Work-Family Grocer-Science for Sixth Forms-Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band-Monster Mash-Maternity Ward-On Guard-The Wonder of Words-Stool Pigeon-The Sound of Music-An Extraordinary Sight-Captain Fantastic-The Tartan Thistle Club

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  It's Okay to Laugh - Crying Is...

  Nora McInerny Purmort

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  NATIONAL BESTSELLER 
  “Thank you for the perfect blend of nostalgia-drenched humor, wit, and heartbreak, Nora.” — Mandy Moore 
  Joining the ranks of Let’s Pretend This Never Happened and Carry On, Warrior, a fierce, hysterically funny memoir that reminds us that comedy equals tragedy plus time. 
  Twentysomething Nora McInerny Purmort bounced from boyfriend to boyfriend and job to job. Then she met Aaron, a charismatic art director and her kindred spirit. They made mix tapes (and pancakes) into the wee hours of the morning. They finished each other's sentences. They just knew. When Aaron was diagnosed with a rare brain cancer, they refused to let it limit their love. They got engaged on Aaron's hospital bed and married after his first surgery. They had a baby when he was on chemo. They shared an amazing summer filled with happiness and laughter. A few months later, Aaron died in Nora's arms in another hospital bed. His wildly creative obituary, which they wrote together, touched the world. 
  Now, Nora shares hysterical, moving, and painfully honest stories about her journey with Aaron. It's OK to Laugh explores universal themes of love, marriage, work, (single) motherhood, and depression through her refreshingly frank viewpoint. A love letter to life, in all of its messy glory, and what it's like to still be kickin', It's OK to Laugh is like a long chat with a close friend over a cup of coffee (or chardonnay).

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  Sustainable Minimalism - Embrace...

  Stephanie Marie Seferian

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  The Aspiring Minimalist’s Guide to Living Consciously and Contributing to a “Greener” Tomorrow“This is the perfect book for people that want to find a realistic roadmap to sustainable living.” ?The Holistic MillennialEco-minimalism is a hot-button issue right now, and for good reason.Living a life with less can be the key to saving our precious planet.Break the consumption cycle.  There’s so much to do, and way too much to buy. Whether it’s through late night TV ads, social media, or other sources of influence, we are addicted to buying and then storing things. Sometimes we consume with no regret and other times we realize that we’re doing more harm than good to our wallets and our homes. It’s a constant cycle?one that many are longing to break. Who wants their hard-earned money to go toward something that soon ends up in a landfill?A guide to eco-minimalism with a plan that is realistic.  Manufacturing "stuff" exploits Earth's precious (and finite) resources. And then there's the harsh reality of where it all goes. Our discarded possessions ultimately head to landfills and contribute to environmental pollution, releasing greenhouse gases during breakdown and decomposition. Sustainable Minimalism is the solution. Empower yourself to incrementally incorporate the tenets of sustainable minimalism into your home and life. Learn to master the easiest tasks first and build upon your successes?a practical and stress-free process. Now that’s sustainable!A blueprint for sustainability and stress management:How to gain greater mental clarity and increase your free time with fewer possessionsEnvironmentally friendly ways of decluttering and organizingWays to improve your financial stability, while going green at the same timeHow to get organized and operate a zero-waste homeIf you enjoyed books like  Zero Waste Home,  The Minimalist Home, or  The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, you’ll love  Sustainable Minimalism.

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